Funny Things from Yesterday: 2 snakes
The first of this article happened in the summer when I was a youngster.
Dale and I were staying at Mama and Papa Tidwell’s home. Freddie Lee, our summer friend, was with us. We went...
Files from Yesteryear: 1904, 1937, 1954
From the Files of 1904:
A lively group of Decaturites came to Vinemont on Saturday and spent the day hunting chestnuts.
Born to Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Foust on October 29 was a daughter.
Clint Humphrey entertained...
Saints Motorcycle Club visits Cullman’s Miracle League
CULLMAN, Ala. - Athletes from Cullman’s special needs Miracle League, along with their families, welcomed the Saints Motorcycle Club, cheered them on and thanked the riders as they swung by the Field of Miracles...
Obituary: Janice Ilene Hunter Cagle
Janice Ilene Hunter Cagle, 78, of Haleyville, Alabama went home to be with her Lord Friday, June 12, 2020. She was surrounded by her loving family as she left this old world for her...
Obituary: Margaret White
Graveside services for Margaret White, 82, of Hanceville, Alabama will be at 10 a.m. Monday June 15, 2020 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville.
Mrs. White is survived by her husband Robert White; children Marnie (Steve)...
Obituary: Thomas Clyde Smith
Graveside services for Thomas Clyde Smith, 80, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 14, 2020 at Etha Baptist Cemetery with John McKoy officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr....
Obituary: Walter Callio
Memorial service details for Walter Callio, 86, of Cullman will be announced at a later date.
Mr. Callio passed away Friday, June 12, 2020 at his residence. He was born Saturday, March 31, 1934 to...
For the love of Claire: Local dad launches patient advocacy service
CULLMAN, Ala. - After working in health care for more than a decade, Cullman County resident Jeff Byars thought he had a firm grasp of the system when his daughter Claire was diagnosed with...
ADPH reports 2,595 cases of COVID-19 in Alabama Thursday-Saturday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - More than 800 cases of COVID-19 were reported Thursday, June 11 (848), Friday, June 12 (859) and Saturday, June 13 (888) in Alabama.
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on Friday...
5 Cullman-area students earn degrees from Troy University
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to recognize students who completed the requirements for graduation during the spring semester and Term 4 of the 2019/2020 academic year. The spring semester includes graduates from...
Grab a burger and more at Whitlock’s General Store and Cafe
The Tribune is highlighting small businesses around Cullman County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Know of one we should feature? Email maggie@cullmantribune.com.
TRIMBLE, Ala. – Since 1992, Bruce and Beatrice Whitlock have offered a variety of...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Make room for Big Red!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has a few extra opportunities for love, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Big Red is a Redbone Hound who’s a...
Obituary: Gladys “Bonnie” Speakman
Mrs. Gladys "Bonnie" Speakman, 73, of Falkville, Alabama passed away Thursday, June 11, 2020.
Bonnie was born June 12, 1946 in Alabama to William Leroy and Ollie Jane Brock.
Bonnie is survived by mother Ollie Jane...
Obituary: Magan Brittney Ford Ramirez
Magan Brittney Ford Ramirez of Holly Pond was called home to be with the Lord Saturday, June 6, 2020 at the age of 31.
Magan was born April 10, 1989 in Gadsden, Alabama to Anita...
Obituary: Sue Durham Gilland
Sue Durham Gilland of Cullman passed away June 11, 2020 at the age of 76.
She was born Aug. 3, 1943 in Cullman to Bruce Clifford and Elvis Olene Taylor Durham.
She is preceded in death...
Obituary: Betty Sue Patterson
Betty Sue Patterson, 80, of Addison entered into rest Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Betty was born May 28, 1940 in Jasper, Alabama.
She was a member of Houston Congregational Christian Church...
ADPH: More than 800 COVID-19 cases reported both Thursday, Friday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on Friday cautioned the public that the risk of contracting the novel coronavirus COVID-19 remains. More than 800 cases were reported both Thursday, June 11...
CATA seeks input on new public safety/firefighter course
VINEMONT, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Principal Billy Troutman is looking into the possibility of including a firefighter training course in the school’s 2020-21 curriculum, and he is seeking input from interested...
Arrests and incidents reported June 12, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 12, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests...
Mopars by the Lake this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The second Saturday of June marks the Pentastar South Car Club's annual Mopar show. The show was previously held at the Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealership, then at Depot Park...
‘Don’t drink and drive’: Signs near grounds of Friday’s Alan Jackson concert honor memory...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Just ahead of Friday’s Alan Jackson drive-in concert at the Rock the South (RTS) venue at the intersection of County Roads 469 and 436, four signs appeared- one at each approach...
42 years, more than 8K babies: Dr. Howard Williamson, beloved by his patients, retires
CULLMAN, Ala. - After 42 years practicing obstetrics and gynecology in Cullman, Dr. Howard Williamson recently retired. Williamson, who began practicing in 1978, estimates he has delivered more than 8,000 babies.
After taking a leave...
Dodge City pays off CR 216 bridge project loan with back taxes from local...
DODGE CITY, Ala. – The Dodge City Town Council on Thursday night voted to pay off the balance of its loan for the County Road 216 Bridge Culvert Replacement Project, thanks to back sales...
Good Samaritan Health Clinic earns 2020 Gold Rating from NAFC
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Good Samaritan Health Clinic earned a 2020 Gold Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) Quality Standards Program recently. By self-attesting that the organization has certain...
San Diego Padres select Levi Thomas in 2020 MLB Draft
TROY, Ala. –
Junior Levi Thomas was selected by the San Diego Padres with the
109th pick in the fourth round of the 2020 MLB Draft, Thursday
evening. Thomas becomes the sixth Trojan in program history to be selected in
the top five rounds...
Obituary: Darlene Louise Sayre
Memorial service details are incomplete at this time for Darlene Louise Sayre, 61, of Logan.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family.
Mrs. Sayre passed away June 10, 2020 at her residence. She...
Obituary: Eileen Francis Paden
Eileen Francis Paden, 72, of Cullman passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at her residence. She was born Wednesday, June 11, 1947 to Sam and Eleen Rose Hook.
She was preceded in death by her...
Obituary: Gerald Glen Hester, Jr.
Graveside services for Gerald Glen Hester, Jr., 55, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Panama Baptist Cemetery with Greg Alldredge officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m....
Obituary: Ruby Nell (Pugh) Lay
Mrs. Ruby Nell (Pugh) Lay, 86, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Mrs. Lay was born April 14, 1934 to Riley and Dera Mae Pugh in Alabama.
Mrs. Lay is survived by...
Steve Cummings declares candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – Steve Cummings on Thursday announced his candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 4. Cummings will face incumbent Clint Hollingsworth in the Municipal Election Aug. 25, 2020.
From Cummings’ announcement:
Cummings is the former...
Q&A with Shane Quick about Friday’s Alan Jackson concert
CULLMAN, Ala. - Shane Quick, of Premier Productions and Rock the South, held a media briefing Thursday afternoon at the Rock the South venue, ahead of Friday evening’s Alan Jackson drive-in concert.
Following are Quick's...
State adds 848 cases, 11 deaths from COVID-19 in 24 hours; update from Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama continues to see an increase in the number of cases of COVID-19, adding 848 since this same time Wednesday, along with 11 deaths in the same time period.
Cullman County has...
Foundry Farm benefits from new hen house
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Most Cullmanites are familiar with The Foundry Thrift Store which sits along U.S. Highway 31 South. Some may not know The Foundry is a faith-based rehabilitation organization and ministry out...
Arrests and incidents reported June 11, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 11, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 8
domestic violence; CR...
Cullman Utilities Board receives its highest credit rating ever
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Utilities Board recently received its highest credit rating in its 70-year history. Cullman received an AA- credit rating from Fitch Ratings, Inc., with a stable financial outlook...
Arrests made in Crane Hill burglary
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two people from Morgan County are behind bars in the Cullman County Detention Center following their arrests Wednesday in connection to a burglary at a property in Crane Hill.
The Cullman County...
Clint Hollingsworth announces re-election bid for Cullman City Council, place 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - Clint Hollingsworth on Thursday formally announced his candidacy for place 4 on the Cullman City Council. Hollingsworth has served three terms on the council and currently serves as the chairman of...
Cullman Caring for Kids food pantry dangerously low on many staple items
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) on Wednesday reported to The Tribune that its food pantry’s shelves are getting dangerously close to empty, and a visit to the agency proved that the...
Participation encouraged in COVID-19 Agriculture Impact Survey
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – COVID-19 has impacted the agriculture industry; however, the full extent of the impact is currently unknown. Professionals with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System and Auburn University's College of Agriculture are...
‘We all want what’s best for our community’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Wednesday afternoon, more than 50 people of all ages joined together in Depot Park to pray for peace in the United States. The vigil, led by Reverend James Fields, was organized...
Obituary: “Southern Man” Gregory Ray “Gregg” Cummings
"Southern Man" Gregory Ray “Gregg” Cummings, 56, of Haleyville passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born Nov. 9, 1963 to Billy Ray and Dorothy Lee Dooley-Cummings. Gregg was...
Obituary: Katie Lee Moore
Katie Lee Moore, 83, of Addison entered into rest Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Katie was born July 26, 1936 in Cullman. She was a longtime member of Addison Church of...
Obituary: Mary S. Lee
Mrs. Mary Sharon Howard Lee passed away June 8, 2020 at the age of 85.
She was born Oct. 1, 1934 in Cullman to Andrew J. and Marguerite Hill Howard, who preceded her in death...
Vinemont council considers community improvements
VINEMONT, Ala. - An effort is underway in the town of South Vinemont to bring new activities and amenities for the community to enjoy. Mayor Radginal Dodson and the town council on Tuesday night...
Hanceville woman charged with murder; Hanceville man wanted by Clarksville police
Updated 6-10-20 at 5:07 p.m.
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. - A Hanceville, Alabama woman has been charged with homicide in Tennessee, and police in Clarksville are searching for Eric Lamar Caffey, 25, also from Hanceville, in connection...
Pet of the Week: Enrich your life with this Dollar Bill!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Dollar Bill is a 2-3-year-old “pure mix of all Alabama dogs.” He’s an active, medium-energy pet who’s...
Cullman Electric Cooperative names scholarship winners
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Electric Cooperative recently named its annual scholarship winners.
From the Cullman Electric Cooperative: “Each year, Cullman Electric Cooperative awards a $1,000 scholarship to a student at each high school in...
Arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrest...
Colony Town Council moves forward on road repairs
COLONY, Ala. - The Colony Town Council on Tuesday evening voted to contract MC Paving, LLC of Hanceville to patch and repair damaged portions of Ward Hill Road, while discussing the need for repairs...
Legislative wrap-up: 5 local bills signed into law
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Amid ongoing coverage of COVID-19, with the addition of protests and violence nationwide, the conclusion of Alabama’s 2020 legislative session passed quietly. All five local bills pertaining to Cullman County received...
Blount County historical group says ‘No’ to proposed relocation of Birmingham Confederate monument
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. - On Monday evening, a proposal that could have brought the Confederate Soldiers and Sailors Monument that was recently removed from Birmingham’s Linn Park nearer to Cullman County was declined. The Blountsville...
Obituary: Kathy Gail Haynes
On June 7, 2020, the world lost a shining light with the passing of Kathy Haynes. A never-ending beacon of dreams and radiant optimism, she dedicated herself to making life easier for others as...
Obituary: William Larry Dunlap
William Larry Dunlap, 70, of Cullman passed away June 5, 2020 at McGuffey Healthcare in Gadsden, Alabama.
Born July 24, 1949, Larry was a decorated Vietnam War Veteran with the following honors: Bronze Star Medal...
Obituary: Vivian Louise Spears
Vivian Louise Spears, 82, died peacefully Sunday, June 7, 2020 surrounded by her family.
Louise was born March 11, 1938 in Cullman County to O.V. and Bernice Seymore.
Louise moved to Wyoming in the 1950s with...
Obituary: Diane Rachel Miller
In loving memory of Diane Rachel Miller, 70, of Crane Hill, Alabama
Mrs. Miller is survived by her daughters Diane (Wesley Long) Ballenger and Peggy Wilcutt; grandchildren Michael Ballenger, Christopher Ballenger, Nicholas Ballenger, Kenny Franklin,...
Obituary: Shirley Ann Kilgo
Shirley Ann Kilgo, 77, of the Helicon community entered into rest Monday, June 8, 2020 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Shirley was born April 6, 1943 in Cullman. She attended Jones Chapel School and went...
Obituary: Sackey Gilman Joles
Funeral services for Sackey Gilman Joles will be at 4 p.m. Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Faith Restoration Church in Hanceville, Alabama. Reverend Oney Cooper will be officiating. Visitation will begin at 3 p.m....
Cullman County Commission talks retirement benefits
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its Tuesday morning meeting passed a resolution to adopt ACT 2019-132 to provide Tier I retirement benefits to Tier II plan members. The passage of ACT...
Saint Bernard’s Tafazoli receives 2020 National Junior Honor Society Outstanding Achievement Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - Saint Bernard Prep School’s Amelia Tafazoli, an eighth-grade student, was recently selected, one of 500 students nationwide, as a 2020 National Junior Honor Society Outstanding Achievement Award recipient, earning her first scholarship of...
State health officer talks asymptomatic transmission of COVID-19
CULLMAN, Ala. - The state’s top health official said Tuesday he was surprised when the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove said Monday that transmission of the coronavirus by asymptomatic people is...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman’s Smith signs with Huntingdon
CULLMAN, Ala. – Former
Bearcat Houston Smith is the latest local standout to make his college decision
and he’ll be heading to Huntingdon to play for Head Coach Mike Turk and the Hawks.
Smith will join several...
(Updated) Gudger, Shedd speak about need for red light at Hwy. 157/Hwy. 278
Updated 6-9-20 at 6:06 p.m. with a statement from ALDOT
CULLMAN, Ala. - After a fatal two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Alabama Highway 157 and U.S. Highway 278 Sunday evening, many Cullman County residents...
Arrests and incidents reported June 9, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 9, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrest...
Links for Literacy: Charity golf tournament raises funds for The Link of Cullman County’s...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County on Monday welcomed 25 teams of golfers, from old hands to first-timers, to Terri Pines Country Club for the organization’s annual Links for Literacy charity golf...
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail talks Confederate monuments
CULLMAN, Ala. - Protests and riots have been sweeping the nation in the aftermath of the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis May 25. The city of Birmingham saw residents take it upon themselves...
WellStone to launch mobile mental health crisis response team in Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. - WellStone, provider of mental health services to Cullman and Madison Counties, sent notification to The Tribune on Monday that “a Mobile Crisis Team will officially be added to WellStone Cullman’s program...
Cullman council awards 1st bids for Hwy. 157 widening, issues permit for 4th of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday night approved several requests for special event permits and also awarded the first bids for the long-awaited widening of Alabama Highway 157 from just east...
Good Hope could welcome Ultimate Fair in July; Saints MC talks Miracle League Ride
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Ultimate Fair, originally scheduled to be in Good Hope in April, was canceled due to COVID-19. At Monday night’s meeting of the Good Hope City Council, however, Mayor Jerry...
Obituary: Margie Okalene Tilley
Funeral services for Margie Okalene Tilley will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home. The Reverend Jerry Lake will officiate the service. The interment will be at New Hope #1...
Obituary: Riley Charles Wix
Funeral services for Riley Charles Wix, 71, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in Springhill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m....
Obituary: Caleb Johnson
Caleb Johnson was born Sept. 19, 1999 and passed away on June 7, 2020 and is under the care of Moss Service Funeral Home.
Obituary: Glenda Ann Sapp Doss
Glenda Ann Sapp Doss, 81, passed away peacefully in her home Sunday, June 7, 2020 after a 15-year battle with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. She was surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 18,...
Obituary: Randy Wayne Pope
Randy Wayne Pope, Jr. of Cullman, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2020 at the age of 28.
Wayne attended Parkside Elementary School and Fairview High School. He loved the Lord and was a faithful in...
UPDATED LIST: Commission on Aging senior food distribution
Updated 7-7-20 at 12:37 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging is distributing food as part of the USDA’s Farm to Families program. The distributions take place Wednesdays.
There are no restrictions and...
Man, woman charged with assaulting man along Hwy. 91
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man and woman have been charged after allegedly assaulting a man along Alabama Highway 91 south of Holly Pond.
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) said deputies responded to a call...
Arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 4
domestic violence; CR...
PREP SPORTS: 4 local standouts earn “Terrific 20” honors
CULLMAN, Ala. – This
year has been an unusual one for spring sports and so far, awards season is no different.
Since there were so few games played before the coronavirus pandemic closed
schools across the state,...
Obituary: Kevin Ray Cole
Kevin Ray Cole, 60, of Double Springs passed away Saturday, June 6, 2020 at Princeton Baptist Hospital, Birmingham.
He was born Nov. 7, 1959 to Luman “L.G.” and Irene Virginia Cole.
Kevin worked in maintenance at...
(Updated) 1 dead, 2 injured in wreck at Hwy. 157/Hwy. 278
Updated 6-7-20 at 9:06 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - One person is dead and two injured in a wreck at the intersection of U.S. Highway 278 and Alabama Highway 157 in Cullman County. The incident happened...
Cullman arts fans enjoy ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ with Cullman Civic Ballet
CULLMAN, Ala. - The recently formed Cullman Civic Ballet (CCB), under the direction of Brooke Desnoes and with the help of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST), gave its first performance Saturday evening...
Ride for Justice: Charity motorcycle ride June 20 to benefit Victim Services
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, June 20, Victim Services of Cullman will host the “Ride for Justice” to promote crime victims’ rights awareness. Riders will meet at Hawg Engineering, 230 U.S. Highway 278 in...
Kickstands up! Miracle League invites athletes to cheer on charity motorcycle ride coming to...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Miracle League for special needs athletes will get a visit at the Field of Miracles Saturday, June 13 from the Saints Motorcycle Club of Cullman County as the club takes...
Files from Yesteryear: 1937
From the Files of 1937:
School opened at Enon on Monday with Herbert Alldridge and Ethel Brown Harris as teachers.
We are sorry to report that Mr. James Easterwood has sold his farm here and with...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Trying to catch a donkey
Things have changed a lot since I was a young boy. Nowadays, children have many games and toys for entertainment: video games, VCRs and now cell phones also occupy a lot of time.
Back when...
Cafe Tula Taqueria opens in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville residents suffered the loss of a cozy family restaurant when Bulldogs Country Cook'n announced its permanent closure last month, but that space has been filled with another restaurant: Cafe Tula...
Obituary: Shirley Hite
A private family memorial service for Shirley Hite, 78, of Cullman will be held at a later date.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Hite passed away Friday, June 5, 2020 at...
Obituary: Marion “Dalton” McLeroy
Marion “Dalton” McLeroy, 97, of Double Springs, Alabama passed away at his home Friday, June 5, 2020, surrounded by family.
He was preceded in death by his parents Joel Bailey McLeroy and Ethel Motes McLeroy;...
Obituary: Frances Wood Neal
Frances Wood Neal, 86, of Foley, formerly of Arley, entered into Jesus' arms Thursday, June 4, 2020 at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center.
Frances was born Dec. 16, 1933 in Crane Hill, Alabama.
She was a...
Obituary: Randy Kevin Wren
Graveside services for Randy Kevin Wren, 63, of Hanceville will be at 10 a.m., Friday, June 12 2020 at Hopewell Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home was honored to assist the family.
Mr. Wren passed away Friday, June...
Obituary: Carl “Tim” McDonald (The Sun Drop Man)
A visitation for Carl "Tim" McDonald (The Sun Drop Man) , 56, of Cullman will be Monday night at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of the...
‘Cat Man Do’ to the rescue!
VINEMONT, Ala. - On Friday afternoon, a long ordeal came to a joyful conclusion when Tiger the cat was rescued from the top of a tall, tall pine near Vinemont, two weeks to the...
Profile: Dodge City Collision Center
The Tribune is highlighting small businesses around Cullman County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Know of one we should feature? Email maggie@cullmantribune.com.
DODGE CITY, Ala. – Dodge City Collision Center, LLC, in business since 2008, is...
More than 400 law enforcement officers injured in riots across U.S., 2 dead
UNITED STATES - The riots that have followed many peaceful protests across the country over the last several days have resulted in millions of dollars in damage and more than 9,000 arrests. They have...
Saving Forgotten Warriors cuts ribbon on veterans transitional home in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Saving Forgotten Warriors (SFW) on Friday morning cut the ribbon on a house along Hopewell Street in Hanceville that will serve as a veterans transitional home, housing up to 12 veterans...
‘You’re saving lives’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual City of Cullman v. Cullman County blood drive took place Friday, with four LifeSouth bloodmobiles parked around town. In past years, the drive has been a friendly “competition” between...
Access for all: Flourish of Cullman adds new accessibility ramp
CULLMAN, Ala. – Flourish of Cullman, a local service that works with State of Alabama Vocational Rehabilitation Services to help people with developmental disabilities find employment, excitedly announced recently the completion of an accessibility...
‘Couple skate!’: Sports World Skate Center still truckin’ after all these years
VINEMONT, Ala. - While there may be many differences between older and younger generations, one thing surely everyone can agree on is some of their greatest memories are times spent with friends at the...
Enjoy gourmet popcorn, and more, at Kernel Kullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Neal and Holly McLeod saw their first popcorn store while on their honeymoon almost 30 years ago. Years later, while searching for new careers, they opened their own popcorn store in...
Wallace State ranked Best Online Community College in Alabama in 2020; 16th in nation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College has been ranked No. 1 among Alabama community colleges in the 2020 Best Online Community College Rankings and 16th in the nation, according to the Guide to...
Cruise-in this Saturday at Grave’s in West Point
WEST POINT, Ala. - Grave’s General Store & Diner in West Point will host a cruise-in this Saturday night, June 6, beginning at 5 p.m.
Building owner Michelle Wisner, who is helping organize the event,...
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Colony talks debt repayment, summer food program
COLONY, Ala. - The Colony Town Council on Tuesday evening shared that it is restructuring payments on its two outstanding debts in order to...
