Virtual classroom tools used at Wallace State make remote learning engaging and seamless

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – They say necessity is the mother of invention. That was certainly the case at Wallace State during the spring semester, as the COVID-19 pandemic spurred unprecedented innovation in classroom instruction. Like...

Local tattoo parlors following, establishing health guidelines for customers

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey last Friday announced the rollout of the next phase of her Safer at Home Order, “Proceeding with Caution,” effective Monday, May 11, 2020. These changes are in...

A colorful farewell

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VINEMONT, Ala. - A parade was held at Vinemont Elementary School Friday afternoon, giving students and teachers and opportunity to say farewell. Faculty and staff lined the front drive of the school in a...

Awesome Trail opens at Joe Wheeler State Park

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David Rainer, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources  Those who love to explore nature have another opportunity with the opening of the new trail at Joe Wheeler State Park in northwest Alabama. The name...

Cullman Regional now offering COVID-19 antibody testing

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional announced this week that COVID-19 antibody testing is now available at the Cullman Regional Urgent Care Center, Cullman Regional Family & Internal Medicine and Cullman Regional Family Care. “With so...

Obituary: Dana Harton Powell

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Dana Harton Powell, 59, of Addison entered into rest Thursday, May 14, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Dana was born July 6, 1960 in Decatur, Alabama. She graduated from Austin High School...

Obituary: David “Shad” Shadrick Adams

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Private graveside services for David "Shad" Shadrick Adams, 48, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m.  Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Cemetery with Alton "Butch" Shedd officiating. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...

SportsFit closes its doors after more than 30 years

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman SportsFit & Wellness Center is closing after more than 30 years in business. The decision to put the building and 17 acres of property along U.S. Highway 31 North up...

Dodge City Day canceled; Census event June 5

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DODGE CITY, Ala. –  The Dodge City Town Council Thursday night voted to cancel this year’s Dodge City Day due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The annual event is usually held near the end of...

County schools issue graduation ceremony instructions

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - As the Cullman County school system prepares to hold graduation ceremonies, principals have begun sending out instructions for those planning to attend ceremonies coming up May 22-23. The Tribune has...

Going places

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School senior Mason Roberts has a lot to celebrate. Not only did he score a 35 on his ACT, he is also one of only two Cullman County students...

Cook announces Cullman City Council re-election bid

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Councilman Johnny Cook on Friday announced he will seek re-election to the Cullman City Council, Place 3, in the Aug. 25, 2020 Municipal Election. Place 3 has oversite responsibility over...

Sports Column: ‘Best games I’ve ever covered’ vol. 2

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of spring sports and during this unprecedented time, I’ve compiled a list of some of the best games I’ve seen in my years with The Cullman Tribune. I’ve seen...

Arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear   Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests...

Pet of the Week returns! Alana wants to make a splash in your life!

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay and Andrea Hudson are proud to announce the reopening of the shelter as they share The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Alana is a...

Harmony School awarded $30K P-3 grant

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LOGAN, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education has awarded a $30,000 Alabama Pre-K–3rd Grade Integrated Approach to Early Learning (P-3) grant to Cullman County Schools to fund two Kindergarten units at...

Duchess Bakery owner announces retirement; Future of bakery uncertain

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CULLMAN, Ala. - For 81 years, The Duchess Bakery has been a Cullman landmark, its famous donuts attracting customers from all over Alabama. Owner Larry Bontrager has been at the bakery for 43 years,...

Cullman Electric Co-op, TVA donate $30K to local agencies during COVID-19 pandemic

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative is proud to announce it has partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority to award a total of $30,000 to three Cullman-area agencies to assist their ongoing work serving...

Sacred Heart School sends off students with drive-thru parade

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CULLMAN, Ala. - On Thursday, which would have been their last day in class for the 2019-20 school year, the faculty and staff of Sacred Heart School (SHS) lined up along the street down...

Obituary: Charles Earl Smith

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Mr. Charles Earl Smith passed away peacefully at his home May 13, 2020. Memorial service details are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later time. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to be...

Obituary: Jacqueline Madeline Rose Shelton

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Mrs. Jacqueline Madeline Rose Shelton passed away May 13, 2020 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Memorial service details are incomplete and will be announced at a later time. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to be serving...

‘It is times like these when my school babies need me most’: Local educators...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - COVID-19 has impacted virtually all areas of normal life, especially when it comes to education. With Alabama schools transitioning to distance learning back in March, teachers and students alike had to...

Alabama’s Kolby Robinson selected to the CoSIDA Academic All-District IV Baseball Team

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama senior infielder Kolby Robinson was selected to the CoSIDA Academic All-District IV Baseball Team, the organization announced Thursday. The CoSIDA Academic All-America program recognizes the nation’s top student-athletes for their combined academic and athletic performances....

‘It’s like a family project’: East Elementary updating playground

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CULLMAN, Ala. – With on-campus instruction suspended for the rest of the academic year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some schools are taking advantage of this time to do maintenance and make improvements to...

Bringing Out the Best: CATA Health Science staff ‘pops’ in on Hanceville Nursing and...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Wednesday afternoon, staff at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab received a special treat in the form of Frios pops and thank-you cards delivered by Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Health Science...

Sports Column: ‘The best games I’ve ever covered’ vol. 1

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of spring sports and during this unprecedented time, I’ve compiled a list of some of the best games I’ve seen in my years with The Cullman...

Cullman County student’s Farm-City poster wins statewide award

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Young artists and storytellers were honored during the Alabama Farm-City Awards livestream May 12 for showcasing how farmers “Keep Alabama Growing.” Students from Autauga, Houston, Lawrence and Shelby counties took home top...

Arrests and incidents reported May 14, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 14, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear   Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents May 11 harassment; CR 1422 theft...

Have still, will travel

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Back in March, Gary “Sarge” Sargeant was just like many local business owners in Cullman. He worried about how COVID-19 and potential shutdowns would affect his motorcycle shop, Hawg Engineering. Little...

Commission on Aging’s Jamie James retiring after 22 years

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Cullman County Commission on Aging employee Jamie James is retiring after 22 years. James was recognized at Tuesday’s meeting of the Cullman County Commission. Shown left to right are Commissioner Kerry Watson, Chairman Kenneth Walker,...

‘Grow More, Give More’: Local gardeners can help feed those in need

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Home gardeners can now use their passion for gardening to make a difference in their communities through the Alabama Cooperative Extension’s Grow More, Give More project.  Cullman County is very blessed...

Obituary: Gwendolyn Pruitt Monk

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Gwendolyn Pruitt Monk, 83, of Cullman passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at the Folsom Center. She was born Feb. 7, 1937 to Everett Collins and Lois Pansy Pruitt. She was preceded in death by...

Obituary: Reverend Theron Robertson

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Graveside services for Reverend Theron Robertson, 82, of Holly Pond, Alabama will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday May 15, 2020 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Randall Edmondson and Reverend Mark Dennis will be...

Obituary: Ronald Monroe Wilkinson

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Ronald Monroe Wilkinson, 79, of Jasper passed away May 11, 2020 at Shades Crest Assisted Living in Jasper, Alabama. He was born Aug. 13, 1939 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Ronald proudly served his country in the...

Obituary: Nickey Ray Lee

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Nickey Ray Lee, 65, of Addison passed away May 12, 2020 at Russellville Hospital. He was born Dec. 23, 1954 to Willie Lavoyd and Verler Geneva Lee. Nickey was a 1973 graduate of Addison High School....

Obituary: Robert Quill Griffith

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Private graveside services for Robert Quill Griffith, 72, will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 14, 2020 at Cullman City Cemetery with John Richter officiating. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mr....

Cullman courts to return to limited in-person proceedings May 18

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CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, May 13, the Alabama Supreme Court authorized presiding judges in each circuit across the state to reopen courtrooms for in-person proceedings other than jury trials, and to determine for...

Cullman County native, Auburn University student lands Alabama Farmers Federation internship

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Cullman County native and Auburn University senior Kaycee Wright is spending her summer educating students about the importance of agriculture as an intern with the Alabama Farmers Federation. An animal sciences major...

CCBOE prepares for in-person graduations, limits attendance

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After announcing recently that in-person graduations will take place May 22-23 (www.cullmantribune.com/2020/05/08/cullman-county-schools-sets-in-person-graduation-dates) the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) is determining how those events can be as safe as possible. The...

Garden City sets new fire dues, votes to start town hall roof work

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GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Garden City Town Council on Monday night officially set the new fire dues it voted on at its March meeting. The dues, billed to customers through the Cullman Electric...

Vinemont council considers pavilions, food pantry, summer ball

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday evening and discussed the addition of two pavilions and a food pantry. Council members said the two pavilions were approved by a previous council more than...

Arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear   Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests...

Jacobs proclaims Peace Officers Memorial Day May 15, Police Week May 10-16

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Wednesday officially proclaimed May 15, 2020 “Peace Officers Memorial Day” and the week of May 10-16, 2020 “Police Week” in the city of Cullman. On hand...

Walker, Marchman, Watson give thoughts on 5-member commission

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Senate last Friday passed House Bill 486, which would increase the Cullman County Commission from three members to five. The bill is now headed to the desk of Governor...

Colony Town Council pushing for census participation, new service contracts

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COLONY, Ala. - The Colony Town Council did not hold a formal meeting Tuesday, but still had two big items on the agenda for its work session. Mayor Donnis Leeth and council members hope...

Cullman Farm-City Committee honored with 3 awards by Alabama Farmers Federation

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Since 1955, Farm-City Committees around Alabama have worked to deepen the understanding of the relationship between rural farmers and urban workers. These committees work on a variety of projects and programs...

Agriplex receives USDA grant benefiting local farmers, feeding agencies

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex recently announced it was awarded a United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farmers to Families Food Box Program grant. Agriplex Director Rachel Dawsey said the grant will...

‘She’s not alone’: Boss shaves head to support employee with cancer

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A cancer diagnosis is an incredibly stressful ordeal, both for the patient and their family - treatments, work obligations, health complications and the mental toll of having to handle everything can wear...

Courthouse, County offices reopening Wednesday

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission voted Tuesday morning to reopen the courthouse beginning Wednesday, May 13. The commission was in full agreement to reopen the courthouse and county offices, but said social...

(Update) Brad Meeks sentenced to 12 years in death of Curt Wilson, injury of...

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Updated 5-14-20 at 1:36 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Gregory Nicholas on Tuesday sentenced Bradford Neal Meeks to 12 years in prison for the May 7, 2017 head-on crash that killed...

Local gyms reopen to guests

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After Governor Kay Ivey issued her amended Safer at Home Order last Friday, many local businesses began looking forward to reopening - including gyms and fitness centers. While many people have...

Local salons, barbers cautiously reopening

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday announced the rollout of the next phase of her Safer at Home Order, “Proceeding with Caution,” effective Monday, May 11, 2020. These changes are in...

Arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 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...

Cullman man facing federal child pornography charge

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  A Cullman man has been charged after allegedly coercing a 15-year-old Texas girl to send him four sexually explicit videos. According to WBRC in Birmingham, “Prosecutors say Bo Jack Kelley, (27), reached...

Welcome back! Local restaurants reopen their doors to diners

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman restaurants eased into reopening to dine-in customers Monday after Governor Kay Ivey announced last Friday that some COVID-19 restrictions would be lifted. While a few local eateries were ready to...

Cullman City Council celebrates Craft Beer Week, talks downtown beautification

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council had a light agenda Monday evening, devoting much of its time to recognizing Craft Beer Week and Cullman’s own local brewery Goat Island Brewing, along with presenting...

Good Hope Council welcomes public back to in-person meetings

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The City of Good Hope took a step toward a return to normal Monday night at its first council meeting open to the public since the state’s Stay at Home...

U.S. Attorney Jay E. Town recognizes Police Week, May 10-16

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - In honor of National Police Week, U.S. Attorney Jay E. Town will recognize the service and sacrifice of federal, state, and local law enforcement. The week will be observed Sunday, May...

Fairview eatery gets new artwork

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - In a lightning-swift one-day operation, local artist Bethany Kerr gave a facelift to the west wall of Fairview landmark eatery Pizza Done Right, adorning the structure with a mural featuring two...

Obituary: Larry James Swearingen

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Larry James Swearingen, 56, of Cullman died Sunday, May 10, 2020. He was preceded in death by his father John Terry Swearingen. Larry is survived by his daughters Kayla Davis (Jon) and Jessica Tanner (Mark); grandchildren...

Obituary: Carolyn Wynell “Hale” Cranford

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Carolyn Wynell “Hale” Cranford, 80, entered into Heaven Sunday morning to be with the Lord. Carolyn was born in Newman, GA (Coweta County) and raised in Opelika, AL (Lee County). She is survived by her husband...

Obituary: Robin Cindy “Bonnie” Brown

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Robin Cindy “Bonnie” Brown passed away May 10, 2020 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.  She was born August 8, 1965 to Curtis Frank and Martha Jo Ballew Brown. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve...

Obituary: Wanda Faye Frazier

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Graveside services for Wanda Faye Frazier, 80, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Cemetery with Seth Hesterly officiating. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mrs....

Obituary: Eddy Dean Stephens

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Eddy Dean Stephens, 65, of Blountsville went to be with his Heavenly Father May 9, 2020. He was born in Blountsville, Oct. 18, 1954 to Lelton J. and Frances Stephens. He lived a life full...

Obituary: Margaret Marie Wallace

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Margaret Marie Wallace, 74, of Double Springs entered into rest Sunday, May 10, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Margaret was born on July 30, 1945 in Winston County, Alabama to Amos...

Smoker stolen from Southern Eats

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Southern Eats, Meals to Go Owner Laci Schuman had a not-so-pleasant surprise when an employee opened up her business this morning. Someone stole the Masterbuilt smoker from the business’ back stoop. Schuman...

Arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear   Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents May 7 possession of drug...

Sacred Heart celebrates 1st congregational Mass outside

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Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Cullman celebrated its first congregational Mass this past Sunday, utilizing all safety precautions as deemed by the State and Bishop Robert Baker.  Attendees gathered together in the...

Nick’s picks: Top 10 sports comedies

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With COVID-19 shutting down schools, businesses and seemingly everything else across the country, both movies and sports are experiencing an unprecedented hiatus. This is as good a time as ever to stay home and try to enjoy...

Obituary: Gordon Dennis “Billy” Pigg, Sr.

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Gordon Dennis "Billy" Pigg, Sr., passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020 in Addison, Alabama. Billy was born April 28, 1930 in Winston County, Alabama to George and Veron Pigg. A graveside service will be held Tuesday,...

Wilson, Watts: Do not let your guard down on COVID-19 in Alabama

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Mark Wilson, M.D., health officer, Jefferson County Department of Health Ray L. Watts, M.D., president, University of Alabama at Birmingham As parts of Alabama’s safer-at-home measures relax Monday, May 11, health experts — including public...

Files from Yesteryear: 1933, 1952

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From the Files of 1933: Mrs. J.E. Pierce and son, Leroy of Cullman, spent the week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Nesmith, at Panama. The 1933 Home Economics Club at Cullman High School includes:...

Funny Things from Yesterday: I got a splinter in my caboose

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Most folks as old as I am can remember when houses had a front porch and a back porch. If you had a house that didn’t have a back door because it was built...

7 Cullman-area students earn degrees from Jacksonville State University

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JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State graduated its largest class in university history - 895 graduates - in spring 2020. Due to COVID-19, commencement has been postponed to August 1. Cullman-area graduates include: Virginia Earwood of...

Obituary: Mary Charlene Koehler

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Mary Charlene Koehler, of Vinemont, passed away Friday, May 8, 2020 at the age of 77. She was born July 11, 1942 to Gustav and Elizabeth Stewart Koehler. She attended Kelly school and Cullman High...

Obituary: Mary Tillman Clark

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Mary Tillman Clark, of Cullman passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020 at the age of 85. She was born Sept. 23, 1934 in Simcoe, AL to Benjamin and Lesta Bea Smith Tillman. After the death...

Obituary: Dell Minor

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Graveside services for Dell Minor, 86, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at Duck River Cemetery in Walter, Alabama. Minister Leon Mauldin will be officiating. The family will have...

Obituary: Thomas (Tom) Winston Kean

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Thomas (Tom) Winston Kean was born in Karnak, Illinois July 6, 1939 to Joseph Lamen and Sadie Adeline Wilson Kean.  He was the grandson of Charles Owen and Hattie Lowe Kean and Isaac and...

5-member Cullman Co. Commission bill, municipal tax sharing bill headed to Ivey’s desk

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Senate on Friday passed two local bills that would increase the Cullman County Commission from three members to five and prevent new municipalities from sharing Cullman County sales tax...

Look twice, save a life

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May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. If you remember my piece from last year or know me outside of my profession, you know I’ve been riding motorcycles since July 2018. The number of close...

Op-Ed:  Let’s build America’s health care equipment in Alabama 

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This is a difficult day for all of us. New unemployment numbers released this morning, some of the worst in our nation’s history, paint a grim picture of the economic devastation caused by the...

2020 Bearcats receive caps, gowns; graduation set for May 22

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cheers and congratulations could be heard over the back parking lot of Cullman High School Friday afternoon as members of the Class of 2020 drove through to receive their caps and...

Op-Ed: Community colleges:  Essential to post-pandemic economic recovery in Alabama and nationwide

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Community colleges in Alabama and across the nation have responded quickly to the COVID-19 pandemic, making contributions to enhance capabilities of emergency responders and health care professionals.  Two-year public colleges have the unique capability...

Amy Carter announces candidacy for Cullman City School Board

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Updated 5-9-20 at 3:17 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – Amy Carter on Friday announced her candidacy for Cullman City School Board, Place 5. All seats on the board are up for re-election in the Aug. 25,...

Obituary: Obie Cleveland Thompson

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Obie Cleveland Thompson, 91, of Sardis entered into rest Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at his home. Mr. Thompson was born Jan. 17, 1929 in Cullman County, Alabama. He loved to fish and was an avid Alabama...

Obituary: Arnice Nell Melton

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A private graveside service for Arnice Nell Melton, 73, of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9, 2020 at Hopewell Cemetery, Minister Leon Mauldin officiating. Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the...

Obituary: Lamar Wayne Wilkinson

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Graveside services for Lamar Wayne Wilkinson, 72, of Cullman are Monday, May 11, 2020 at 1 p.m. at Mt. Olive at Providence Cemetery. Mr. Wlkinson passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at his residence. He...

Obituary: Curtis Dewayne Hopper

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Curtis Dewayne Hopper, of Cullman passed away Thursday, May 7, 2020 at the age of 59. He was born May 26, 1960 to William and Imogene Hardin Hopper. Curtis was a wonderful and loving son,...

Obituary: Patricia Diane Shelton

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Patricia Diane Shelton, 75, of Cullman passed away at her residence Thursday, May 7, 2020. Diane was born to Richard and Drexal Martin Clifton Dec. 15, 1944. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother and grandmother....

‘They’ve got to have something to do’: Smith Lake Park Campground operating as normal

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Smith Lake Park Campground and other parks around the state of Alabama remain open during the COVID-19 pandemic. Parks, including campgrounds, have been allowed to remain open while playgrounds remain closed...

Cullman High graduation set for May 22

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools Superintendent Dr. Susan Patterson on Friday afternoon said Cullman High School will have an in-person graduation ceremony May 22. The move comes as Gov. Kay Ivey loosened restrictions...

CEDA website to support local businesses goes live

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Two weeks ago, the Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) announced it would be creating a website that would compile the operating information for local businesses into one convenient place. Wednesday, the...

Census Bureau to resume drop-off of 2020 Census packets at homes of those with...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The U.S. Census Bureau on Wednesday reopened 2020 Census field offices in Alabama while continuing to follow all current health and safety guidelines. The resumption of activities come as part of a...

Cullman County Schools sets in-person graduation dates

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools has set graduation dates for all its 2020 seniors. Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette said high school graduation ceremonies will take place Saturday, May 23 at 6 p.m. at...

Arrests and incidents reported May 8, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 8, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear   Cullman County Sheriff’s Office In incidents or arrests...

May 11: church services, in-house dining allowed; salons, gyms open

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday announced the rollout of the next phase of her Safer at Home Order, “Proceeding with Caution,” effective Monday, May 11, 2020. These changes are in...

AHSAA update regarding Safer at Home Order

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- Today, Gov. Kay Ivey announced that beginning Monday, May 11, 2020, the COVID-19 Safer at Home Order will be amended by opening other facilities across the state. While the amended order does open gyms...

Wallace State’s Cheerleaders hosting virtual tryouts for 2020-2021 season, submission deadline is May 15

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HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s Cheerleading tryouts for the 2020-2021 season will be submitted virtually for the first time. Video submissions should be sent to coach Jill Honeycutt at jillian.honeycutt@wallacestate.edu by Friday, May 15, at 10 a.m. “We...

Graduation celebration, pandemic-style

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Although the original graduation ceremony has been postponed to July 31, the faculty and staff at Wallace State Community College wanted to give the graduating class of 2020 a more immediate...

Ivey announces new protections for health care providers, businesses and guidance for Primary Runoff...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced new supplemental emergency proclamations aimed at protecting health care providers and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The latest emergency proclamations also include new guidance on...