What’s in our water: Register for Alabama Water Watch Monitoring Training

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CULLMAN, Ala. –  Cullman residents have the opportunity to participate in researching Alabama’s abundant biodiversity and water resources at the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s (ACES) upcoming Alabama Water Watch (AWW) Monitoring Training Wednesday, April...

Thompson Rents opening in Hanceville; Construction rental equipment available March 20

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thompson Tractor announced the upcoming opening of its newest Thompson Rents location at 6307 County Road 490 in Hanceville just east of the Dodge City exit off Interstate 65. Set to...

West Elementary to host Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System demo

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A school safety demonstration event will be held Monday, March 13, at 11:30 a.m. at West Elementary School, located at 303 Rosemont Ave. SW. The event will showcase a new Rapid-Deploy...

‘All Creatures Great and Small’ Art Show Saturday, March 11

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Students from East and West Elementary Schools will showcase their artistic talents when the schools present the All Creatures Great and Small Art Show in the East Elementary gym Saturday, March...

PREP BASEBALL: West Point pulls away to top Hanceville on the road 10-0

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HANCEVILLE, Ala.  – The West Point Warriors were back on the road Friday night for a county matchup at Hanceville and after three scoreless innings, West Point put three runs on the board in...

Obituary: Leo Junior Anders

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Leo Junior Anders, age 58, of Addison, passed away March 8, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born on Jan. 18, 1965 in Cullman, AL to Henry Bud Anders and Christine Trussell Anders. Visitation...

Obituary: Jerry “Wormy” Wayne Covington

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Jerry "Wormy" Wayne Covington was born on February 18, 1951 in Haleyville, Alabama. His parents were C.D. and Lois Covington. He graduated from Winston County High in 1969. He served as Chief of police in Double...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 10, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...

Obituary: Robert L. Findlay, Jr.

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Robert L. Findlay, Jr., 65, of Peoria, Illinois, passed away Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 in Cullman, Alabama. He was born May 13, 1957 to Robert and Betty Findlay. He is survived by his wife, Sharon...

Obituary: Freda Pauline Freeman

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A graveside service was held for Mrs. Freda Pauline Freeman on March 6, 2023, at Cullman Memory Gardens. Mrs. Freeman passed away on March 3, 2023, at her residence in Cullman. She was born Oct....

Obituary: Teresa Kay Jones Wooten

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Funeral service for Teresa Kay Jones Wooten, 49, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Springhill Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Tim Aris, Rev. Terry Blankenship...

Health Science Career Fair connects students to future employers

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hundreds of Wallace State students visited with dozens of potential employers Thursday during the Health Science Career Fair. This was the second of two career fairs held this week, with the...

An unexpected retirement: EES principal David Wiggins to retire after 17 years 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School Principal David Wiggins on Tuesday announced his retirement to staff and coworkers. Wiggins, who has been principal at the school for 17 years, is a community favorite, with...

ALEA launches 3rd annual ‘Think Smart Before You Start Spring Break’ campaign

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – March 20, marks the first official day of spring, meaning vacation and spring break travel plans are on the rise. While the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) will continue to focus...

Sign up now for spring 2023 CCSO Citizens’ Academy

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Applications are now being accepted for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy - spring 2023 session. The Citizens' Academy is an opportunity for all residents of Cullman County to learn...

PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont picks up 12-4 win at J.B. Pennington, West Point falls at...

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BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- The Vinemont Eagles took a road trip to J.B. Pennington Thursday afternoon, and they jumped out to a quick lead on their way to a 12-4 win over the Tigers. Vinemont 12 -...

WSCC Lady Lions advance to ACCC Finals with 89-65 win over Lawson State

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College women's basketball advanced to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Championship Final Thursday after defeating Lawson State in the semifinals 89-65. They will face their conference rival,...

PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Working hard is the key to success’: Cold Springs’ Ella Bruer talks...

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BREMEN, Ala. – This season was another special one for the Cold Springs Lady Eagles. They more than tripled their win total from last season, going from 10 to 31, won an area title...

Cullman County Schools announces partnership with Academy of Craft Training

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced a new partnership with the Academy of Craft Training (ACT). Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Assistant Director/WBL Coordinator Haynes Riddle was selected to lead the initiative...

Obituary: Liddie Bee Bryan

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Funeral service for Liddie Bee Bryan, age 90, of Baileyton, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2023, at Eidson Chapel Cumberland Presbytarian Church with Floyd Bradford officiating; interment in Eidson Chapel...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 9, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents March 6• dog bite;...

PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard’: Good Hope’s Campbell...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The 2023 softball season has arrived for the Good Hope Lady Raiders and even though they will be fielding a young team this year, they have quickly matured and gotten...

PREP BOWLING: 3 local bowlers earn All-State honors

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The state’s high school bowling coaches conducted a poll amongst themselves to award All-State honors and three local bowlers earned recognition after outstanding seasons. West Point’s Kevin Vance earned first team...

Granny Squares at Guy Hunt Library

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Pat Hicks (Cayla Grace Murphy for The Cullman Tribune)  HOLLY POND, Ala. - Pat Hicks is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to textile-related heritage skills. An avid quilter and crocheter, she leads artists,...

Planning commission makes multiple recommendations

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Planning Commission moved forward on several recommendations at its meeting on Monday night after five public hearings.  A public hearing was held and short form subdivision approved for...

State correctional officers to receive pay increase

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) Commissioner John Hamm recently announced pay increases and new pay grades for correctional officers statewide. The ADOC said this is an important step in the commissioner’s...

City appoints Sullins to full planning commission term

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Michael Sullins was appointed to a full, six-year term on the City of Cullman Planning Commission at Monday’s Cullman City Council meeting. Mayor Woody Jacobs made the recommendation, and the council...

WSCC career fair offers job opportunities for students 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Hundreds of people made their way around the indoor track of the Traditions Bank Arena inside Tom Drake Coliseum at Wallace State Community College Tuesday, when dozens of potential employers were...

International Women’s Day: Words from local women

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Left to right are Heather Gudger, Laura Quick and Lynsey Todd. (Contributed)  CULLMAN, Ala. - International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This...

Chief David Nassetta settling into new position

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Since being named Cullman police chief by the Cullman City Council on Dec. 5, 2022, David Nassetta has settled into his new position with ease. Nassetta said he is very thankful...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 8, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...

Obituary: Joey Lowery

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Beloved father and son, Joey Lowery, passed away peacefully in his home on March 5, 2023, aged 56. Joey was a proud father of two children and grandfather of two. He is survived by his...

Obituary: Willadean Martin Sprinkle

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Willadean Martin Sprinkle, 74, of Nauvoo, entered into rest on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Willadean was born on Sept. 6, 1948 in Cullman, Alabama. She enjoyed playing...

Obituary: Ruby Christeen Clark

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Funeral service for Ruby Christeen Clark, 73, of Cullman, will be 2 p.m., Friday, March 10, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home. The visitation will be Thursday, March 9, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. until 8...

PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Always have confidence’: Good Hope’s Alexandria Steed excited for freshman season

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders are ready for another year of softball after making it to Regionals last year and freshman Alexandria Steed talked about all she gained from that...

United Way Crawfish Boil returns March 24

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After a three-year hiatus the United Way of Cullman County Crawfish Boil will be held Friday, March 24, from 5-7 p.m. at Goat Island Brewing. The Crawfish Boil is sponsored by Hank’s...

Alabama State Chapter receives National Wild Turkey Federation Acreage Award

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - At the recent National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention celebrating the 50th anniversary of the organization, the Alabama Chapter received the prestigious Acreage Award for land conservation in the state. In...

City Spring Cleanup coming March 20-24

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CULLMAN, Ala. – City of Cullman Sanitation customers will get a hand with spring cleaning the week of March 20-24. Spring Cleanup week allows customers to place things such as appliances, furniture, mattresses and...

Children’s of Alabama doctor stresses importance of good night’s sleep

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Children’s of Alabama pediatrician Dr. Erinn Schmit encourages parents to consider their children’s sleep health during National Sleep Awareness Week.  It begins on Sunday, March 12, the start of daylight saving...

Self-defense class coming Thursday, March 9

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Refuge Church of God will host a self-defense class on Thursday, March 9, at 6 p.m. at 1115 U.S. Highway 278 East. Open to the public, the class will be...

National School Breakfast Week this week

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - We have all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it “breaks the fast” from our overnight sleep. A good breakfast is an especially important part...

Ivey delivers 2023 State of the State Address

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday night delivered the 2023 State of the State Address. Below are the governor’s remarks, in full: Lieutenant Governor Ainsworth, Pro Tem Reed, Speaker Ledbetter, Speaker Pro Tem Pringle,...

PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville rolls past Oakman 10-3

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted the Oakman Wildcats for a varsity matchup Tuesday night and the Bulldogs jumped out to a quick lead on their way to a 10-3 win over the Wildcats. Hunter...

PREP BASEBALL: Raiders collect 10-6 win at Vinemont

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VINEMONT, Ala. – Good Hope hit the road Tuesday night for a county battle at Vinemont and the Raiders returned home with a nice win over the Eagles. Good Hope plated four runs in...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 7, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 7, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...

Obituary: Brent Pearl

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Funeral services for Brent Pearl of Bremen will be 1 p.m. Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Cold Springs Cemetery. Reverend Junior Garmin will be officiating. Visitation...

Obituary: Regina Ann Thompson

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Regina Ann Thompson, age 68, of Weaver, Alabama, formerly of Cullman Alabama passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023. Regina was born in Cullman, Alabama on Aug. 26, 1954 to Lilborn Thomas "L.T." and...

Reminder: Library hosting Teen Tech Week event today

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library will host Teen Tech Week: 3Doodlers 3D Printing Pens today, Tuesday, March 7, at 3 p.m. This is a one-hour program for teens in which they...

PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Never stop pushing’: Holly Pond’s Maggie Nail ready for freshman season

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HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The 2023 softball season is underway for the Holly Pond Lady Broncos and they’re looking to make yet another trip to Regionals. They finished with a 14-13 record last season...

City Sanitation announces green waste material service change

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CULLMAN, Ala. – To ensure compliance with the EPA's environmental regulations concerning inert landfills, beginning this week the Sanitation/Recycling Department will not pick up grass, leaves or other green waste materials bagged in non-biodegradable...

Cullman EC awarded $4.58M Broadband Accessibility Fund grant

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nine grants, totaling $24.72 million, were awarded to broadband providers across the state to support projects in unserved or underserved areas of Alabama. Gov. Kay Ivey’s office announced the grants Friday.   One...

Cullman County Commission gives $200K toward Agriplex community hub

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CULLMAN, Ala. - At its February meeting, the Cullman County Commission approved a $200,000 appropriation toward the building of a new community hub at the North Alabama Agriplex.  “We always appreciate the support of the...

St. Patrick’s Day with a purpose

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Restoring Women Outreach will hold its inaugural St. Patrick Celebration Day at Stone Bridge Farms Friday, March 17, at 5 p.m. The celebration will include a 50/50 raffle, silent auction and...

PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope drops area opener to West Morgan 4-3

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders started area play against the West Morgan Lady Rebels Monday night. The Lady Raiders fell behind early and looked to mount a comeback, but they...

PREP BASEBALL: Warriors earn 3-1 win over West Morgan

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WEST POINT, Ala. – After splitting a weekend doubleheader with Scottsboro and Boaz, the West Point Warriors returned home Monday night for a matchup with West Morgan. Cade Welborn and Kanaan Sutter combined to...

PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman tops West Point on the road 13-2

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WEST POINT, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats traveled to West Point for a matchup with the Lady Warriors Monday night and returned home with an impressive, 13-2 win. Cullman plated 10 runs in...

Obituary: E. L. Ragsdale

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E. L. Ragsdale, 90, of Logan, Alabama, passed away on March 6, 2023 at his residence. Mr. Ragsdale was born September 9, 1932, to Elijah Johnny Avery and Ethel Estell Wall Ragsdale. No services...

Obituary: Leslie E. Blaylock

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Leslie E. Blaylock, age 72, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Leslie was born on June 9, 1950. He was a brick mason for...

Obituary: Brandon Lee Veal

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Brandon Lee Veal, 39, of Cullman, passed away from this life on March 6, 2023, at his residence. He was born June 20. 1983 to Dennis Dewayne & Debra Jean Schultz Veal. Brandon had health struggles...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 6, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents March 2• harassment; Chad...

City Sanitation announces green waste material service change

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Starting March 6th, to ensure compliance with the EPA's Environmental Regulations Concerning Inert Landfills, the Sanitation/Recycling Department will not pick up grass, leaves, or other green waste materials bagged in non-biodegradable plastic bags. Residents who...

Obituary: David Edgar Styles

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David Edgar Styles, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away March 5, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Bonnie Virginia Styles; daughters, Susan Styles (Will) Parker, Donna Styles (Mark) Taylor...

PREP BASKETBALL: ‘I’m always trying to improve my game’: Good Hope’s K’mal Bell recaps...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- This season was another successful one for the Good Hope Raiders as they finished eclipsed the 20-win mark for the fifth consecutive season and junior K'mal Bell talked about what...

Simulations help Wallace State Health Science students experience working as a team

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students in Health Science programs at Wallace State Community College were dealing with patients suffering chest pains, asthma attacks, overdoses and more during simulations this week. Luckily, the patients were either...

Archer named director of ALEA Dept. of Public Safety

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Secretary Hal Taylor on Thursday announced the appointment of Colonel Jonathan Archer as director of ALEA’s Department of Public Safety (DPS), effective March 1.  The appointment follows the...

OP-ED: Alabama newspapers are not disappearing

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Recent changes in the newspaper landscape in Alabama have us wanting to share some good news about newspapers. Alabama newspapers are alive and printing.  Like most every industry in the world, our industry is experiencing...

Cullman’s Creel named to Abilene Christian University’s Fall 2022 Dean’s Honor Roll

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ABILENE, Texas - Kaci Creel of Cullman was named to the Abilene Christian University Fall 2022 Dean's Honor Roll. Creel is a junior majoring in Art.  Creel was among more than 1,500 students named to...

‘It’s been an honor’

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Police Chief Bob Long announced his retirement, effective Sept. 1, 2023, at the Hanceville City Council meeting on Wednesday, March 1.   Despite raising their children on family land in Blount County,...

Nominations open for 2023 Senior Citizens Hall of Fame

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Senior Services is seeking nominations for outstanding individuals to be considered for induction into the 2023 Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. Married couples who have celebrated...

Obituary: Edith Rena McNutt

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Edith Rena McNutt, 55, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023, at her residence.  Rena was born on Sept. 26, 1967, in Haleyville, Alabama. Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 7, 2023, from 12...

Obituary: S. Wayne Fuller, 72

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S. Wayne Fuller, age 72, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, March 3, 2023. S. Wayne was born in Cullman, Alabama. S. Wayne is survived by his fiancé' of 5 years: Karen Ploppert; his...

Local business spotlight: Family-owned Jones Brother’s Services

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ARLEY, Ala. - Jones Brother's Services, LLC is a small, family-owned business that provides dump truck hauling of non-hazardous materials in Winston, Cullman and Walker counties. The company, owned and operated by Tommy Jones...

COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Quilted pan-roasted vegetables

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CULLMAN QUILTS inspired the art style I used to illustrate the folktale, “WUNDERGARTEN” (see the Cullman Quilts poster, available at Leldon’s in the Warehouse District). My very earliest memory is being a 3-year-old playing...

Native azalea and wildflower sale coming

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Master Gardeners and Alabama Cooperative Extension System will host an inaugural Native Azalea and Wildflowers Sale on Saturday, March 25, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Just in time for...

Wallace State announces upcoming production of ‘The Robber Bridegroom’

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Theatre program is excited to announce its upcoming production of "The Robber Bridegroom," a bluegrass musical comedy with music and lyrics by Alfred Uhry and Robert Waldman,...

Files from yesteryear: 1957

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From the files of 1957  Hanceville Happenings  Holiday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Clate Hamrick were Mr. and Mrs. Bert Hamrick, Mr. and Mrs. Quinnon Holmes and son and Mrs. Jack Waldrop and children, all of...

PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont tops Cold Springs on the road 9-7; Saturday scoring recap

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BREMEN, Ala. -- Vinemont traveled to take on Cold Springs Saturday morning and Vinemont didn't waste any time getting on the scoreboard first. Hayden Robinson hit a leadoff double and moved to third on...

PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After topping Brewbaker Tech in the final moments of Wednesday’s 5A State Semifinals, the Arabian Knights were back on the court at Legacy Arena Saturday morning to face No. 4 Pleasant...

Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellor’s Honor Roll, Dean’s Honor Roll

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UNIVERSITY, Miss. - Alexander Brooks, of Arab, was named to the University of Mississippi's Fall 2022 Chancellor's Honor Roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75-4.00.  "The remarkable students achieving...

Pet of the Week: Miss Beans

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CULLMAN, Ala. – This week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is Miss Beans!  Miss Beans is a 1-1.5-year-old mini yellow lab and hound mix who is ready to find her forever home. Miss Beans...

Career fairs March 7 and March 9 at Wallace State

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is hosting two career fairs March 7 and 9 that are open to students and the public. Presented by the college’s Center for Career and Workforce Development,...

‘It was very emotional’

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer on Thursday evening received the 2023 Emma Marie Eddleman Citizenship Award at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce Gala. The award, sponsored by O.F....

CCSO arrest roundup

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) has made multiple arrests over the past several days.    On Feb. 27, CCSO investigators and the CCSO Special Response Team executed a search warrant at a...

Obituary: Hazel Lorene Glover Powell

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Funeral service for Hazel Lorene Glover Powell, 84, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Living Faith Baptist Church, Bro. Larry Brown and Bro. Garry Couch officiating. Visitation will be...

Obituary: Curtis Ray Nix

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Curtis Ray Nix, 74, of Haleyville, entered into rest on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Curtis was born on March 25, 1948 in Jasper to Troy Curtis and...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 3, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...

PREP BASKETBALL: No. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 2 Mars Hill in 2A...

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The top-ranked Cold Springs Lady Eagles were back at Legacy Arena Friday morning to battle No. 2 Mars Hill and despite getting off to a fast start, Cold Springs was unable...

Obituary: Tommy Wayne Cole

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Funeral service for Tommy Wayne Cole, 74, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 5, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Bethlehem West Baptist Cemetery, Rev. Delbert Freeman officiating. Visitation...

Obituary: Betty Carol Graves

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Now, a beautiful soul is at peace; hardworking hands are at rest. Our own earthly angel, Betty Carol Graves, 77, answered her Father when he whispered her name. Carol shared her life with her beloved husband,...

Arrests and Incidents reported March 2, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 2, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents Feb. 27• possession of...

Obituary: Elwood Allen Rogers

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Elwood Allen Rogers, age 62, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Elwood was born in Louisiana. Elwood is survived by his wife, Karen Cassandra Rogers; his daughter, Lauren Banks (Kelien);...

Shift-based scheduling offered by WSCC EMS program for Paramedic training

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program has implemented new schedules that allow emergency medical technicians who are seeking to become paramedics the convenience of fitting those classes around their...

Winners of 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest announced

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The winners of the 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest are listed below. As usual, the judges had a very difficult time selecting the winning photos from among the thousands entered. The...

Hanceville Civitans honor county’s clergy

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Hanceville Civitan Club hosted its 2023 Clergy Appreciation Luncheon at Hanceville Methodist Church on Tuesday, Feb. 28. The luncheon was attended by members of the club and representatives from the...

Gudger champions economic growth

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The inaugural Alabama Economic Forum was held in Birmingham on Feb. 16 to discuss the state’s need to continue growing its sustainable job market as it looks to the future. A...

Google providing $100K for 58th Annual Selma Jubilee

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SELMA, Ala. – Google announced this week it is providing $100,000 to the Selma-Montgomery March Foundation in support of the upcoming 58th Annual Selma Jubilee and to further support storm relief efforts due to...

The Link awarded portion of $1.5M grant

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention joined local and state leaders Tuesday, Feb. 28, to present a check in the amount of $1,521,900 to local grantee organizations in...

Bradford Neal Meeks released over weekend

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Bradford Neal Meeks, convicted in January 2020 of criminally negligent homicide in the DUI crash that killed 15-year-old Curtis James Wilson, was released from custody over the weekend according to Cullman...

ADPH: Ask about screening during March, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - During March, Colon Cancer Awareness Month, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) asks Alabamians ages 45 and older to speak with their healthcare provider about screening for colorectal cancer (CRC).  CRC...

PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49 win over Brewbaker...

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Arab made its way to Legacy Arena at the BJCC Wednesday night for a 5A Girls Semifinal clash with Brewbaker Tech and the Arabian Knights advanced to the state finals in...