West Point Town Council looking for interest in farmers market

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WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point Town Council met on Monday evening and voted to surplus the old park playground equipment and donate it to a school, church or municipality where it may be...

Obituary: Marjorie Louise Mize

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Marjorie Louise Mize, 92, of Good Hope, AL, passed away on Monday, June 20, 2022. She was born in Saginaw, MI on February 10, 1930, to the late John Moses and Rosetta Bruce Davis Survivors...

Obituary: Doris Virginia (Roberts) Gorman

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Doris Virginia (Roberts) Gorman, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Cullman Regional. Doris was born July 10, 1937 in Cullman, Alabama. Doris is survived by her son: Everett...

Obituary: Eddie Lecil Curtis

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Eddie Lecil Curtis, 97, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Sunday, June 19, 2022 in Pearl River, Louisiana. Lecil was born on October 10, 1924, in Double Springs, Alabama to Silas and Pearl McCullar...

Obituary: Loyd Berton Nickelson

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Visitation for Loyd Berton Nickelson, 36, of Vinemont will be from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home. A committal service will be announced at a later date. Cullman Funeral...

Obituary: James Vincent Lambert

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Vincent Lambert on Saturday, June 18, 2022. This is a completely unexpected loss and our family is devastated by his passing.Vince was...

North Alabama Agriplex’s Heritage Skills Camp beginning at the end of June

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will be hosting a special Heritage Skills Camp next week from Tuesday, June 28 through Thursday, June 30 from 9 a.m. until noon each day. The camp’s teachers...

Arrests and incidents reported June 21, 2022

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 21, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents June 16 unlawful possession of controlled...

Hanceville Math Team state champions recognized at Wednesday Cullman County Board of Education meeting

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The State Championship winning Hanceville Math Team Cullman was recognized at the County Board of Education meeting last Wednesday. Members of the team include Luke Brown, Brady Cleek, Ivan Conway, Logan...

‘Do what you believe in’: Brooke Hill reflects on her Holly Pond days

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HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond first baseman Brooke Hill who will be continuing her academic and athletic career at Oakwood University. Brooke made some really fun memories on...

Sportsman Lake Yard Sale draws hundreds of shoppers Saturday

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CULLMAN, Ala. - In search of good deals on just about every item one can imagine, hundreds of people from Cullman and surrounding areas visited Sportsman Lake’s Summer Yard Sale on Saturday. Vendors stretched all...

State Delegation gives informational update at Community Luncheon

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a Community Luncheon on June 17 at Stonebridge Farms to bring an update on important issues to the community with the State Delegation of...

Distinguished Young Women program presents showcase and announces 2023 winner

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Former Junior Miss Program, now Distinguished Young Women held a showcase at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre on Saturday, June 18 to present the class of 2023 and select the...

Obituary: Doris Virginia (Roberts) Gorman

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Doris Virginia (Roberts) Gorman, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Cullman Regional. Doris was born July 10, 1937 in Cullman, Alabama. Doris is survived by her son: Everett...

Obituary: Patsy Ann Williams

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The funeral service for Patsy Ann Williams, 82, of Hanceville, will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m....

Obituary: John Elliot Fowler

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Friends and family are invited to attend graveside services for John Elliot Fowler at 9:00 a.m. on  Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at Greenwood Memorial Park, with Pastor Rick Davis and Dr. Ramonalynn Bethley  officiating, under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Alexandria.   John Elliot Fowler of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022. John was born in  Alexandria, Louisiana on July 20, 1964 to Walter C. and Patty Fowler.  John is survived by his daughter: Morgan Kathryn Fowler and Andrea Kristine Fowler of Cullman,  Alabama; grandchildren: Damian Jason “D” Fowler, Xander Elliott Fowler, Anna Kathyrn Kristine Hausler and Olliver James Felix “Ollie” Fowler; brother: Walter C. Fowler, Jr. and sister: Nancy Fowler.  John graduated from Holy Savior Menard High School, attended Louisiana Tech and graduated from Automobile School in Nashville, Tennessee. He worked for  Keystone Automobile as a manager and retired after 24 years of service.  Honoring John’s memory will be the following pallbearers: Steve Edwards, Michael Brame, Andy  Leveque, John Robert Elliott, Aldon Ryan Elliott and Hunter Leveque.  The family would like to thank John’s caregivers, Julie Sharpton, Patty Duke and Betty Shelton, for all the love and care during John’s illness.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Amyloidosis Foundation, 7151 North Main Street, Suite 2. Clarkston, MI, 48346. 

Arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2022

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman...

‘Always put God first’: Bracie Rodgers looks back on her time at Addison

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ADDISON, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Addison volleyball and basketball player, Bracie Rodgers, who graduated as this year’s salutatorian at Addison High School. Bracie spent a lot of her time at...

Summer sun safety tips

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Warm weather naturally allows people to engage in outdoor activities, such as barbecues, sports, hiking or camping; yet warm weather can bring its share of troubles that include hurricanes, insect...

WildWater holds official Grand Opening Friday

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CULLMAN, Ala. - With generations of Cullman County youth decrying the lack of fun activities in town, the City of Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism (CPRST) department provided their solution on Friday with...

Colony Senior Center celebrates Juneteenth holiday

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COLONY, Ala. - Kizzie Mongomery Leeth, “Aunt Kiz” to many in her community, was born into slavery in Blount County in 1861 to slave parents. As a child, the family moved to Colony in...

Community Career Fair to be held June 23 at Active Adult Center

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development has partnered with Cullman Economic Development Agency to sponsor a Community Career Fair which will be held at the Active Adult Center (formerly...

Funding opportunities for city and county infrastructure explored during recent D.C. trip

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WASHINGTON D.C. - A band of Cullman County heavyweights made their way to Washington D.C. last week to learn more about grant opportunities and funding available through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, passed...

52 ODES TO JOY: S.U.N.S. DADS

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                                                                      ODE TO MY DAD                             Dad, I’m glad you were one of my favorite parents,                             Even though we disagreed about most sermons and nearly every election.                             Dad, I’m glad you named me for you...

Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1934 and 1954

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From the files of 1934: Mrs. Johnnie Drake, of Route One, Lacon is ill with typhoid fever in the Cullman Hospital. Miss Clara Werdt is expected home this week, after a three-month tour of Europe. Vacationing...

Obituary: William Sidney Morris

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William Sidney Morris, 74, of Brent, AL passed away on June 17, 2022 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, AL due to complications of open heart surgery. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00...

Obituary: Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ Rodgers DeMonia

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Jacqueline “Jackie” Rodgers DeMonia was born on July 31, 1937 to William and Ida Bell (McSwain) Rogers in Cullman County, Alabama. She transitioned peacefully from her earthly home on June 15, 2022 with family...

Obituary: Teresa George Bradford

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Teresa George Bradford, 60, of Guntersville, Alabama, passed away on June 17, 2022. She was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, to Raymond and Ruby Helen George on July 17, 1961. Teresa was a member of...

Obituary: June Speegle

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June Speegle, age 68, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022 at her residence. She was born April 22, 1954, in Cullman, AL to James Otto and Elouise Bailey.She was preceded in...

Obituary: Kathy Campbell

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Kathy Campbell, age 64, of Eva, passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022, at her residence. She was born October 31, 1957, in Cullman, Alabama to James Joshua and Geraldine Miner.She was preceded in...

Obituary: Kelley Jo Pesto

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A celebration of life service is incomplete at this time for Kelley Jo Pesto, 61, of Falkville.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Pesto family. Kelley passed away Friday, June 17, 2022 at her...

Sportsman Lake cuts ribbon on new playground

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A ribbon cutting was held at Sportsman Lake Park Friday morning for the brand-new playground. There was plenty of people and kids on hand to see the special event unfold. All...

ALEA driver license offices to close June 20 in observance of Juneteenth

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's (ALEA) Driver License Offices across the state will be closed Monday, June 20, in observance of Juneteenth, a federal holiday established June 2021. The day is set...

‘Clothed in Cullman’ – a mother’s pain turned into triumph in her son’s memory

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Ashley Wilson and her sister-in-law, Helen Lewis, chose the Saturday before Mother’s Day to hold their first Clothed in Cullman fundraiser with great intention in 2019. It was to be a...

‘Bless Your Sole’ shoe donation kicks off for local students in need

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Back to school shopping puts a hefty dent into most parent’s budgets as they scramble to gather items from school supply lists, get their children’s shaggy, summer hair trimmed and replace...

Oktoberfest committee accepting nominations for 2022 Burgermeister

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Burgermeister is a tradition at Cullman Oktoberfest dating back to the beginning of the festival. The Burgermeister is nominated each year by the community and voted on by the Oktoberfest...

The Link holds Farewell Tea for Renew U Coordinator Amber McLaughlin

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CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Link, their series of self-help programs including anger management and parenting classes is called Renew U. Coordinator Amber McLaughlin has helped people get involved in classes that assist them...

Obituary: Jackie Demonia

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Jackie Demonia, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. Jackie was born July 31, 1937 in Cullman, AL. A visitation for Jackie will be held Friday, June 24, 2022 from...

Obituary: Ruth Virginia Terwilliger

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Ruth Virginia Terwilliger, age 80, of Cullman, AL., formerly of Ft. Lauderdale, FL., died Sunday, June 12, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents: Howard Ralph and Bertha Mae Beale Shallcross; husband: John...

Arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2022

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman...

WSCC ATHLETICS: Mitchell Heer named NJCAA Division I Honorable Mention All-American; 81 WSCC student-athletes...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State baseball’s Mitchell Heer was named a National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I Honorable Mention All-American earlier this week. Heer, an Acworth, Ga., native, was a dual threat for the Lions...

Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development & Reliance Worldwide Corporation launch Tool...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development and the Machine Tool Technology Department have partnered with Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) to launch a Tool Maker Registered Apprenticeship program. The...

‘There is always room to get better’: Cade Simmons reflects on his West Point...

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WEST POINT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to one of West Point’s multi-sport standouts Cade Simmons. Cade had a near endless list of his favorite sports and high school memories. "My favorite baseball memories...

COVID-19 testing no longer mandated for flights to the U.S., but testing and avoiding...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Travelers returning to the United States from foreign countries by air this summer are relieved of one requirement. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has rescinded its order requiring...

Restoring Women Outreach in search of property to expand services

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Restoring Women Outreach is a 12-step residential sober living program that currently houses 26 residents that have struggled with addiction. The program was established in 2011 to provide direction to the...

Obituary: Caren Patrice White

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Funeral service for Caren Patrice White, age 63, of Hanceville, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Wayne Wisner officiating, and interment in Hopewell Cemetery...

Obituary: Orby Venell Shedd

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On Wednesday, June 15, 2022, Mr. Orby Venell Shedd went to be with the Lord and reunite with his wife of 66 years, Minnie Beatrice Shedd. Mr. Shedd was 90 years old and the...

Obituary: Brian Heath Burgess

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Brian Heath Burgess, age 45, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. Brian was born October 12, 1976 in Cullman, Alabama to Jerry and Angela Buchanan Burgess. He worked as an...

Obituary: Wayne Livingston Carner

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Mr. Wayne Livingston Carner, 71, of Cullman, passed from this life on June 16, 2022 at his residence, surrounded by family. He was born November 30, 1950, to Kenneth Ford Carner, Sr. and Betty Sue...

Obituary: Danny Lee Kimbril

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The funeral service for Danny Lee Kimbril, 61, of Cullman will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 18, 2022, at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m....

Obituary: Fred Barnett

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Fred Barnett, age 73, of Hanceville, died Thursday, June 16. Fred was a 1967 graduate of Hanceville High School. After graduation, he married his high school sweetheart, Connie Ballard, and together they embarked on...

Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. MEGA CASH Draw Down Set for July 28

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Cullman, Ala. — Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. of Cullman Regional Hospice announced the MEGA CASH Draw Down, its largest annual fundraiser benefiting indigent patients, will be held on Thursday, July 28th at 6:00...

Exceptional expertise and wisdom found at Hinkle Shoe Shop

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Stepping through the door at Hinkle Shoe Shop is like crossing the threshold into a bygone era, a simpler and kinder time when life was easy, excellent service was the norm...

Arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2022

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents June 13 unlawful possession of marijuana,...

‘Just be yourself’: Mattie Earl looks back on her time at Holly Pond

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HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond pitcher Mattie Earl, who will continue her athletic and academic career at Oakwood University in Huntsville Mattie made many favorite sports and high...

Cullman Swim Team hosts Madison Swim Team Tuesday

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Swim Team’s (CST) season is now in full swing, and the boys collected a win over Madison at the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center Tuesday night. Madison’s Swim Team edged...

Community Meal at Northside Baptist a relief for families during hard times

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Some churches choose to spend their money and outreach solely within the confines of their church walls and for their parishioners. Others opt to grow and reach beyond those boundaries and...

Busy weekend for CCSO

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office managed multiple drug-related arrests over the weekend.    Thursday, June 9, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Dustin Dakota Overton, 25, of Vinemont. He was arrested for...

Alcoholics Anonymous celebrates 87th birthday

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AKRON, OH. - “Alcoholics Anonymous saved my life. There’s no question about that. It’s the best thing that ever happened in my life. I was one of those that everybody that knew me thought...

Vinemont Town Council approves renovation of community center

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council met on Tuesday evening to discuss various improvement projects for the town. The town allocated $16,105.00 of American Rescue Plan Funds to begin improvements on the community...

Obituary: Clynton Wayne Rawlins

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Clynton Wayne Rawlins, age 75, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Monday, June 13, 2022, at his residence. Clynt was born on October 10, 1946, in Gordonville, Texas. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June...

Obituary: Vernile “Verna” Lou Gilley

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Funeral service for Vernile "Verna" Lou Gilley, age 73, of Phil Campbell, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 17, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Ricky Newell officiating, and interment in...

Obituary: Carolyn Monts Branch

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Carolyn Monts Branch was born to John Michael Monts and Mary Frank Monts of Cullman, AL on August 7, 1948. She died June 9, 2022, at the age of 73. Carolyn graduated from Newberry High...

New principals named at Good Hope Primary, West Point High

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Wednesday approved the hiring of two new principals. Shanda Garner will be the new principal of Good Hope Primary. Dr. Wesley Black will...

Arrests and incidents reported June 15, 2022

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman...

Cullman’s WildWater celebrates grand opening on June 17

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CULLMAN, Ala. – WildWater Cullman will celebrate its grand opening on Friday, June 17, 2022. Park hours will be from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The grand opening ceremony will be held from 11:00...

Local man arrested following DV incident

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Deputies from the Cullman County Sheriff’s office responded to a report of domestic violence in the Valley Grove community on Saturday, June 11.  Upon arrival, deputies determined that Austin Kane Yates, 24,...

Antique Tractor and Engine Show provides family fun

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 24th Annual Hanceville Antique Tractor and Engine Show was held on Saturday under the bright sun at Wallace State Community College. The event kicked off with a prayer, the Pledge of...

Cullman man arrested for drugs; weapons seized after eluding deputies

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of a suspicious vehicle in the Vinemont area on Sunday, June 12. Christopher Todd Burton, 43, of Cullman was the driver...

Obituary: Carolynn Sue Moody Daniel

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Carolynn Sue Moody Daniel, 71, of Double Springs passed away June 13, 2022, at her residence.                                     ...

Obituary: Woodie Darrell White

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Woodie Darrell White, age 76, of Hanceville, passed away on Monday, June 13, 2022 at U.A.B. Hospital in Birmingham. He was born in Cleburne County, Alabama. He was a member of Hopewell Church of God,...

PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders host summer games at Good Hope

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope's varsity boys and girls each played in a pair of summer play-day games Tuesday at Good Hope High School. The Raiders split their matchups against Hayden and Cordova while the...

Cullman Community Theater presents ‘Seven Brides for Seven Brothers’

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CULLMAN, Ala. - "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" is a musical with a book by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay. Set in the late 19th century in Oregon, the musical is a western/romantic comedy...

Arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman...

‘Holly Pond is a family’: Addison Armstrong recaps her time as a Bronco

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HOLLY POND, Ala. - In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond softball player Addison Armstrong, who will be majoring in Agricultural Business at Wallace State Community College and will have the same major...

City of Hanceville hosts inaugural Bull Bash Saturday

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The fun was just starting in Hanceville. The Parade of Bulls was on Friday night and there was a BBQ dinner afterwards. The fun continued Saturday night at the inaugural Hanceville Bull Bash as a...

Local author and former CHS teacher holding book reading and signing at Karma’s Coffeehouse

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Retired Cullman High School teacher and now, best-selling author, Dorenda Doyle, will present a reading and signing of her newly published memoir “How I Learned to Like My Mom: Forgive Those...

2nd Annual Cullman Area Association of Realtors Golf Tournament set for July 17

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Association of Realtors Golf Tournament will be held at Cross Creek Golf Course with early bird registration beginning at 10:30 a.m. Participants are welcome to attend lunch at the...

2nd Fridays makes a return to the Warehouse District

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CULLMAN, Ala.  - Friends and families packed nearly a mile stretch of 1st Avenue on Friday night for 2nd Fridays which spanned from Depot Park to several blocks north of Hwy 278. The event, hosted...

Obituary: Reba Joyce Helsel Gower

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Reba Joyce Helsel Gower, 49 of Double Springs, entered into rest on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at her home. Reba was born on July 8, 1972, in Stuart, Florida to Paul Helsel II and Betty...

Obituary: Linda Gail Peters Bailey

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Linda Gail Peters Bailey was welcomed into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Linda was 62 years old at the time of her passing. Ms. Bailey was born...

Surviving the high cost of living

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (2022), food prices, on average, increased by 10.8 percent from April 2021 to April 2022. This spike marked the largest one-year...

WSCC ATHLETICS: Softball’s Felicity Frame named ASWA Community College Athlete of the Year; tennis...

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HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State softball’s Felicity Frame was recognized Sunday as the Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA) Community College Athlete of the Year during the group’s annual banquet at the Hilton Birmingham at UAB. Frame is...

Arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2022

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents June 9 domestic violence; CO. Rd....

‘Live in the moment’: Zeke White remembers his Cold Springs career

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BREMEN, Ala. - In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs guard/defensive end Zeke White, who will continue his academic and athletic career at Millsaps College. Zeke talked about some of his favorite football and...

Cullman Ballet Theatre School offering Summer Dance Classes

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Ballet Theatre School (CBT) is offering the opportunity for all ages, from young children to adults, to attend Summer Dance Classes. The curriculum at CBT School is carefully structured by...

Among the literacy elite

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has been named one of only two Science of Reading spotlight districts by the Alabama State Department of Education, in honor of the system’s progressive and creative approach...

Search for missing Cullman girl continues

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office investigators are still actively following up on leads in the search for Alana Jean Aldridge. Ms. Aldridge, 16, was last seen getting into the pictured vehicle around...

Obituary: Robert A. Love

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Robert A. Love, age 93, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 10, 2022. Robert was born December 12, 1928, in Jefferson County, Alabama. Robert is survived by his daughters: Luanne (Joey) Mann,...

‘Don’t ever take anything for granted’: Cody Bales looks back on his time at...

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BREMEN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to former Cold Springs basketball and baseball standout Cody Bales about his Eagles career. Cody shared some of his best sports/high school memories from Cold Springs. "Two of...

Young members of No Fences Cowboy Church with servants’ hearts host outreach

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FALKVILLE, Ala. - No Fences Cowboy Church in Falkville is on a mission to teach an invaluable lesson to its young parishioners—the positive impact and vital Christian lesson on giving back and providing outreach...

52 ODES TO JOY: THE 1-HOUR S.U.N.S. JOY LIFT

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NEVER TRUST A GERONTOLOGIST UNDER 70! Please hear me saying that playfully. However, I’ve done my 70 years and spent much of it studying and practicing “joyful aging,” so you can totally trust me...

Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1904 and 1934

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From the files of 1904: Professor J.L. Gibson has moved to Falkville, where he is in charge of the college there. Miss Dora E. Schneider and Herman Richter were married on Thursday evening, at the home...

Obituary: Mitchell Lewis Fortenberry

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Funeral service for Mitchell Lewis Fortenberry, age 81, of Cullman, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 13, 2022 at Mt. Olive Church with Rev. Paul Monk and Rev. Chris Kitchens officiating, and...

Obituary: Matthew James Amaro

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A funeral service for Matthew James Amaro of Vinemont, Alabama will be 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. Visiting hours...

Obituary: Glenn Perdue

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Glenn Perdue, age 77, of Bremen, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 10, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Bremen, Alabama on February 5,...

Obituary: Jerry Lee Hailes

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Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Jerry Lee Hailes, 56, of Cullman.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hailes family.  Mr. Hailes passed away Friday, June 10, 2022.  He was born January...

Cullman man arrested following tip

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of an individual running down the road in the Vinemont area on Wednesday, June 8.  Upon arrival, deputies located Christian Xavier Smith,...

Hanceville City Council continues to work with Industrial Board to fund projects

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council met on Thursday evening where the council voted to approve transferring funds to the Hanceville Industrial Development Board for a nearly completed property located on Hwy 91...

Home Builders Association recognizes four seniors with J.B. ‘Boots’ Hill Memorial Scholarships

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Four seniors were honored at a Family Scholarship Night held by the Cullman County Home Builders Association and hosted by Mitch Smith Chevrolet Thursday evening. The students were awarded $2000 scholarships...