PREP GOLF: Fairview’s Lawson qualifies for State Tournament

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GADSDEN, Ala. - The Fairview Lady Aggies were at Silver Lakes Golf Course for the North Sub-State Regional Tournament in Gadsden on Tuesday and after posting an 86, Lauren Lawson is advancing to this...

Hooper joins staff at St. Bernard

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The St. Bernard community welcomed Tyler Hooper (SBP ’07) to the Alumni and Development Office of the school in April.  Hooper, a recipient of the General Excellence Award while at St....

Pet of the Week: You’ll love Lucylou!

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. Lucylou is a 1-year-old terrier mix, jet black with a tiny white flash on her chest.  She’s...

WSCC ATHLETICS: Women’s tennis, baseball and softball updates

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HANCEVILLE, ALA. -- Wallace State’s women’s tennis team had three players earn singles victories this week at the National Junior College Athletic Association Division I Women’s Championship in Tyler, Texas. Nicole Barron (6-3, 6-1),...

Arrests and incidents reported May 7, 2019

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 7, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear   Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...

PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats gearing up for semi-final matchup at Hueytown

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CULLMAN, Ala. - It’s May, which means the Cullman Bearcats are deep in the AHSAA State Baseball Playoffs chasing another state title. For the sixth straight year, the ‘Cats are in the semi-finals and this year they’ll...

2nd annual Kids’ Summer Showcase Tuesday

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CULLMAN, Ala. – There’s always the same question when the school year comes to an end: What are the kids going to do over the summer?  For ideas, visit the second annual Kids’ Summer...
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Community Happenings: Tuesday, May 7

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Lunch at VFW Post 2214 Everyone come to Tuesday's lunch at the VFW Post in Cullman. Starts at 11:30, $5 per plate. We have carryout if you can't stay and eat with us. We always...

Marchman addresses Baileyton Council on new 10-cent fuel tax increase

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BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton Town Council welcomed Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman to its Monday night meeting to help clarify what, if any, impact the recently passed statewide 10-cent fuel tax increase will...

‘Clothed in Cullman’ raises more than $18K for Curt’s Closet

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CULLMAN, Ala.  - Hundreds of Cullman-area residents turned out at the Cullman Civic Center Saturday to shop, eat and show their support for Ashley Wilson and her free clothing boutique, Curt’s Closet. At “Clothed...

Obituary: Randall Keith Blackwood

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Graveside services for Randall Keith Blackwood, 52, of Cullman, were Monday, May 6, 2019 at Crossroads Cemetery with Tommy Blackwood officiating; interment in Cross Roads Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Mr....

Obituary: Paul Dudley Freeman

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Dr. Paul Dudley Freeman, DMD, 64, of Hanceville, died Sunday, May 5, 2019. Paul was a deacon at Northbrook Baptist Church, his beloved church. He was a graduate of Cullman High School, Birmingham Southern and...

Obituary: Billie Jo Motes

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Billie Jo Motes, 86, was born on Nov. 15, 1932 and passed away on May 5, 2019. A graveside service will take place Wednesday, May 8 at 3 p.m. at  Cullman Memory Gardens.

Obituary: Christina Marie Cason Hopper

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Christina Marie Cason Hopper, 30, was born on Nov. 19, 1988 and passed away on May 4, 2019. Visitation will be May 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home where...

Obituary: Melvin Talley

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Mr. Melvin Talley, 83, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2019.  Arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Obituary: Guin Andrews

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Guin Andrews, 83, of Addison, entered into rest Sunday, May 5, 2019 at Folsom Health and Rehab in Cullman. Mr. Andrews was born on Aug. 28, 1935 in Winston County, Alabama and was a farmer...

Check that receipt! Some area stores collecting repealed half-cent tax; corrections underway

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See update in video below! CULLMAN, Ala. - After the Cullman County Commission voted to enact a half cent sales tax increase on March 12, local businesses began preparing their computerized cash registers for the...

Arrests and incidents reported May 6, 2019

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 6, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear   Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents May 2 harassment; CR 1742 unlawful...

PREP SOFTBALL: Regional Tournaments coming up this week for local teams

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Five local squads are headed to regional tournaments this week after their strong showings in their area tournaments and each one is looking for a spot in Montgomery. Meek, Good Hope and Holly Pond will head to...

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crews to repair I-65 guardrail at Lacon Tuesday-Thursday, May 7-9

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) advises motorists that crews will be repairing guardrail on Interstate 65 northbound just north of Exit 318 (U.S. Highway 31) at Lacon in Morgan County...

STATE TENNIS RECAP: West Point, St. Bernard, Cullman qualify after sectional performances

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The St. Bernard Boys Tennis Team recently competed in the Boys 1A/3A state tournament in Montgomery. The Saints qualified for state after finishing runners-up in their sectional tournament. The #1 doubles team of William Tang...
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Community Happenings: Monday, May 6

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Hanceville Kids’ Fish-O-Rama 4-7 p.m. at Veterans Park in Hanceville; Free and open to all kids old enough to hold a fishing pole.   Cullman City Planning Commission Meeting 5:30 p.m. in the Cullman City Hall auditorium   Victory Support...

Wallace State’s Rotaract Club makes donation for ‘Tame the Hunger’ drive

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Rotaract Club members know what it means to “give back.”Wallace State’s Rotaract Club, the student level of the professional Rotary Club, raised $2,500 during its Valentine Caramel...

The past comes alive at Good Hope’s Alabama Bicentennial Festival

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The rich history of Good Hope was celebrated Saturday at the There’s Good Hope in Alabama Festival. The students and faculty of Good Hope High School (GHHS) worked all year...

Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force: Childhaven striving to keep kids safe, and much...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Childhaven is a nonprofit, Christian children's home that serves abused and neglected teenagers and their families in Alabama.  The organization serves approximately 30 residential clients on its Cullman campus, in four...

Arizona’s Dean Rojas wins MLF Bass Pro Tour Stage 5 event on Smith Lake

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The world’s 80 best anglers spent the past week competing on Smith Lake in Major League Fishing’s (MLF) Bass Pro Tour Stage Five event but by Sunday morning only 10 were left in the...

Cullman Relay For Life raises more than $14K

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Hundreds gathered at the Cullman County Fairgrounds Friday evening for the 2019 Relay For Life event to celebrate cancer survivors, honor caretakers and remember those whose lives were lost to the...

67-County Alabama Garden Party: Conecuh County

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The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature, "The 67-County Alabama Garden Party," will spotlight different counties each...

Teach a Child to Fish Day a hit at Sportsman Lake

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park was full of young anglers Saturday morning for Pond Hopper Nation’s Teach a Child to Fish Day with Major League Fishing. The weather cleared up in time for...

Wiggins, Matt and Jordan Lee eliminated after Saturday’s Knockout Round

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CULLMAN, Ala. – After waiting through a rain delay early Saturday morning, 40 anglers hit Smith Lake for the knockout round of Major League Fishing’s (MLF) Bass Pro Tour Stage Five event but only 10 can advance...

Cullman woman killed in I-65 crash

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman woman was killed early Saturday morning in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 65, 1 mile east of Dodge City. Christina Marie Hopper, 30, was pronounced dead at the scene by...

STATE TRACK MEETS: Saints, Lady Saints finish as 1A runners-up, state track & field...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – They had to work through a quick schedule to dodge the rain but when this year’s 1A-3A State track meet was over, St. Bernard’s boys and girls were both holding red maps. The Lady...

A store with a mission: New King’s Home Thrift Store opens in Hanceville

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The King’s Home Thrift Store held a grand opening celebration in Hanceville Thursday, opening in place of the old Jimmie Hale Mission store. The Hanceville store is one of three in...

Addison’s Jesse Wiggins, Cullman’s Matt and Jordan Lee headed into Saturday’s Knockout Round on...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After his monster day on the water Wednesday in the Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour Stage Five, Addison's Jesse Wiggins reeled in 25lbs. 14 oz. Friday to stay on...

Obituary: Jamie Quinn

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Jamie James Lawayne Quinn of Hanceville passed away on May 2, 2019 at the age of 39. He was born Dec. 13, 1979 in Cullman to Rodney Wayne and Brenda Quinn. Funeral services are Thursday,...

Obituary: Thomas H. Graves

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Mr. Thomas H. Graves, 95, of Hanceville, passed May 2, 2019 in Hanceville, Alabama. Mr. Graves was born to Vernard and Lou Liettela (Morrow) Graves of Cullman County on July 7, 1923. Visitation will be Monday,...

Obituary: Sandra Sue Hildreth Hutchens

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Sandra Sue Hildreth Hutchens, 75, of Crane Hill died Thursday, May 2, 2019. She was the youngest daughter of 10 children. Sandra is survived by her daughters: Nancy Hutchens Bonds (Edward) and Sheila Hutchens Sexton (Steve);...

PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats headed to 6th straight Final 4 after 9-3 win at...

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HAZEL GREEN, Ala. – For the sixth straight season, the Cullman Bearcats are headed to the final four of the AHSAA state playoffs. After splitting Thursday night’s matchups against the Trojans, the Bearcats knocked off Hazel Green...

Major League Fishing anglers visit Good Hope Primary

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. - On Friday afternoon, Major League Fishing (MLF) anglers in town for MLF Bass Pro Tour Stage Five on Smith Lake dropped by Good Hope Primary School to visit the students,...

Share Club of Cullman donates $4,100 to Hospice of Cullman County, Inc.

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional’s Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. recently received a donation of $4,100 from the Share Club of Cullman. The contribution came from proceeds from the Share Club’s Christmas Tour of...

Jesse Wiggins, Matt and Jordan Lee headed to Saturday’s Knockout Round on Smith Lake

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After his monster day on the water Wednesday in the Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour Stage Five, Addison's Jesse Wiggins reeled in 25lbs. 14 oz. Friday to stay on...

Seniors enjoy annual Fish-O-Rama in Hanceville

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville’s annual Fish-O-Rama event began Friday morning with the Senior Fish-O-Rama. Reeling in first place was Willie Pitts with a total of 12 pounds. Second place was Ralph Rogers; his...

Arrests and incidents reported May 3, 2019

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 3, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests...

Southern born and Southern bred: WSCC wows with opening of ‘Stars Fell on Alabama’

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts on Thursday evening opened “Stars Fell on Alabama,” a joint effort of the community college’s music, dance and theater programs presented in conjunction with the...

Register now for summer programs at the North Alabama Agriplex

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex offers several programs this summer. Below are  a few. May 4: Farm Kids Club- Attracting Birds to your Backyard- 9-10:30 a.m. Make a birdhouse and bird feeders.  Learn ways...

PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman splits round 3 matchups at Hazel Green

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HAZEL GREEN, Ala. – Cullman hit the road for round three of the AHSAA state baseball playoffs Thursday night and after coming from behind to take game one from Hazel Green, the ‘Cats dropped game two and...

AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: West Point wins area title, Cullman advances to North Regional, Thursday...

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Two more local squads punched their tickets to regional tournaments tonight and the Lady Warriors of West Point did it by winning the 5A Area 14 title. West Point defeated Arab 13-3 and topped Brewer twice to...

Obituary: Nelta Movalene Bowene

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Nelta Movalene Bowen, 83, of Russellville, Alabama entered into rest on May 1, 2019 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Ms. Bowen was born on May 22, 1935 and was a member of...

Obituary: Doris Mae Segars

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Memorial services for Mrs. Doris Mae Segars, 75, of Vinemont are Thursday, May 9, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Cullman Funeral Home directing. Mrs. Segars passed away Wednesday, May...

Obituary: Frances Carolyn Robertson

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Frances Carolyn Robertson, 75, was born on March 22, 1944 and passed away on May 1, 2019. Visitation will be Sunday, May 5 from noon-2 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home Chapel. A Celebration of...

Obituary: Robert Stephen Flippo

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Robert Stephen "Flip" Flippo, 58 of Haleyville, entered into rest Wednesday, May 2, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born on Nov. 16, 1960. He attended Phillips High School in...

Cullman’s Jordan, Matt Lee advance past elimination round into Saturday field

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CULLMAN, Ala. – He spent a lot of the day on the water close to the cut line on Thursday but Cullman’s Jordan Lee made a late push to finish 14th and secure a...

Wallace State men’s basketball has 3 players sign with 4-year programs

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State’s men’s basketball team celebrated three players this week as Demarkus Lampley, Zion Williams and Mike Johnson each signed letters of intent with four-year programs. Lampley, who became only the third...

Coffee for Curt: CMS special education class donates $515 to Curt’s Closet

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Understanding the importance of giving back to the community, the special education class at Cullman Middle School created a coffee service at the school to raise money for a local organization....

Cullman man charged with trafficking;  1 pound meth, 3 grams heroin seized

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  A Cullman man was arrested Wednesday after members of the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) and investigators and deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) allegedly found approximately 1 pound...

Arrests and incidents reported May 2, 2019

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 2, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsApril 29 domestic violence; CR...

Pet of the Week: Meet gentle giant Cedar

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. Cedar is a fairly big dog with beautiful coloration, a Catahoula with maybe even a little Great...

Hanceville Fish-O-Rama events this Friday, Monday

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The City of Hanceville will host its annual Fish-O-Rama events this Friday and Monday at Veterans Park.  The senior citizen event will be Friday, May 3, at 7 a.m., while the...

Relay For Life 2019 set for Friday evening

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    "If you or someone you know has ever had a screening test such as a mammogram, a PSA test, a colonoscopy or have received cancer treatment of any kind, you’ve been touched by the...

Cullman’s Colvard, Gable sign athletic scholarships with Calhoun, Birmingham-Southern

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Family, friends, teammates and coaches packed Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall Wednesday afternoon to celebrate a pair of Bearcats taking their athletic careers to the next level. Seniors Peyton Colvard and...

‘It was just an awesome day’

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Anglers have been putting up some big numbers on Smith Lake so far this week in the Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour Stage 5, but no one is putting...

Obituary: Everett Campbell

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Everett Dormal Campbell of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at the age of 82. He is preceded in death by his parents: General W. and Lawasel Campbell and wife, Mary Lucille Campbell....

Obituary: Euladene York

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Memorial Service for Euladene York, 86, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2019, at Westside Baptist Church in Eva with Bro. Gary Peebles officiating. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is assisting...

Obituary: Jean A. Russell

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Jean A. Russell passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at her residence. She was born July 9, 1930, to Neal and Annie Lou McNair. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph...

Obituary: Kathie Finley

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Kathie Finley, 68, of Blountsville, passed away on April 30, 2019. She was born April 5, 1951, to Luther and Marie Cook Freeman. Kathie spent the early part of her adult life as a legal...

Obituary: Herman Nail

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Herman Nail, 74, of Holly Pond, passed away on April 30, 2019. He was born Jan. 15, 1945, to Leonard and Gussie Mae Bice Nail. Mr. Nail was a man of many talents and skills....

Obituary: Donna Howard

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Donna Allan Howard, 62, of Decaturville, Tennessee, passed away on April 28, 2019. She was born Oct. 7, 1956, to Author and Mae Ola Taylor Allan. Mrs. Howard was a factor worker before retirement. Donna...

Obituary: Fritz Moore

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Mr. Fritz Moore of Cullman passed away April 30, 2019 at the age of 87. He was born April 20, 1932 to Crawford and Ruthie Ratliff Moore. He is preceded in death by his parents,...

AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Raiders capture 4A Area 12 crown, Wednesday scoring wrap-up

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope took on Ashville in a rematch Wednesday afternoon for the Class 4A, Area 12 championship and a big third inning was the key for the Lady Raiders as they wound up...

Shrimp Basket open for business

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Shrimp Basket celebrated its grand opening Wednesday and seafood lovers came out in droves to take part. Located at 716 Second Ave. NW (U.S. Highway 31), the new restaurant offers...

Pro anglers show off their wing-eating skills

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Anglers in town for the Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour Stage 5 took some time off from the water to show off a different skill Wednesday. Close to a dozen...

Wiggins climbs to top of leaderboard after record-setting day on Smith Lake

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Jesse Wiggins is sitting in first place in Group B of the Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour Stage 5 after Wednesday’s shotgun round on Smith Lake, and he got...

Arrests and incidents reported May 1, 2019

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 1, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo arrests or incidents...

ADPH: Mental Health Awareness Month celebrated in May

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – When you or someone you love is dealing with a mental health concern, it can be an overwhelming feeling. It’s important to remember that mental health is essential to everyone’s overall...

Wallace State students win record 71 medals at state SkillsUSA competition

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s students continue to set new records at the state SkillsUSA competition. Wallace State had a record-high 71 individuals earn a medal at the event recently, including earning 31 gold medals...

Obituary: Shad Allen Spencer

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Shad Allen Spencer, 47, was born on Sept. 19, 1971 and passed away on April 30, 2019. No services are scheduled at this time.

AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Raiders rack up 19 hits in blowout win over Ashville,...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Area softball tournaments continued across the state on Tuesday and the home-standing Good Hope Lady Raiders maintained their spot in the winner’s bracket of the 4A Area 12 tournament after routing Ashville 16-0...

Obituary: Jonathan Garrett Pigg

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Jonathan Garrett Pigg, 34, of Addison, entered into rest on Monday, April 29, 2019 at his residence. Jonathan was born on June 13, 1984 in Cullman, Alabama. He was a member of Arley First Baptist...

PREP GOLF: Lady Raiders, Lady Aggies advance to sub-state tournament after sectionals performances

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DECATUR, Ala. – The Lady Aggies and Lady Raiders advanced to sub-state after their performances in the 4A-5A Section Tournament Tuesday in which Fairview finished as the runner-up and Good Hope took home third place. The Raiders’...

Cullman High ranked no. 14 in state in U.S. News 2019 Best High Schools...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - U.S. News and World Report on Tuesday released its 2019 Best High Schools rankings. Cullman High School is ranked number 14 in the state of Alabama among public schools. "Cullman High School...

MLF Bass Pro Tour Stage 5 on Smith Lake officially underway

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Stage Five of the 2019 Major League Fishing Bass Tour officially kicked off early Tuesday morning and Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs threw out the first cast from the boat of Cullman native and pro...

Arrests and incidents reported April 30, 2019

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 30, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo arrests or incidents...

Wallace State presents ‘Stars Fell on Alabama’ this week

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - This Thursday through Saturday, Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts will present “Stars Fell on Alabama,” a joint production of the Wallace State Singers and Jazz Band.  The program of vocal...

Irlene Mandrell wows at Welcome Back Hanceville concert

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A great crowd came out Saturday to enjoy the Welcome Back Hanceville concert featuring Irlene Mandrell and other guests. The weather was perfect as the city welcomed everyone downtown for the...

Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Rose to speak at CCSO Citizens’ Academy graduation tonight

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, U.S. Army Capt. Gary Michael “Mike” Rose will be the special guest speaker at tonight’s Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Citizens’ Academy graduation ceremony. The event...

Holly Pond Key Club raising funds for Children’s of Alabama, challenging removal of ‘God’...

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HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Key Club of Holly Pond High School (HPHS) is working to remember its founder and longtime sponsor Bob Palys through acts of service and fundraising for Children’s of Alabama....

NOTICE: Planned power outage Thursday, May 2 between Center Hill/Walter

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From the Cullman Electric Cooperative: NOTICE: Planned Power Outage: Thursday, May 2 from 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. between Center Hill and Walter. All areas in blue (SEE BELOW) will be impacted. This is to...

Obituary: Danny “Donnie” Ray Weaver

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Funeral services for Danny "Donnie" Ray Weaver, 67, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Lonnie Goodwin officiating; interment in Simcoe Baptist Cemetery. Cullman...

AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Raiders pull away late from Fairview, Monday scoring wrap-up

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Area Tournaments are underway for softball teams across the state and Good Hope, Fairview, West Point, Vinemont and Holly Pond got theirs started on Monday. The Lady Raiders topped Fairview 5-1 to move...

PREP TRACK & FIELD: Local teams put together strong weekend at sectional meets; full...

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Sectionals are in the books for local track and field squads and several athletes will be moving on to their respective state meets in May. Several teams collected top three finishes over the weekend, starting with Cold...

‘Cullman Women Sing’ makes beautiful music

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Women Sing held its Spring Concert recently at Grace Episcopal Church. The concert was free to the public and one of two for the group this year. The group is...

Wallace State men’s golf punches ticket to 24th NJCAA Division I national championship; WSCC...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State’s 13th-ranked men’s golf team has punched its ticket to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I Championship on May 14-17 after finishing fourth recently at the NJCAA...

United Way Crawfish Boil sees record-breaking crowd

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The crawfish were fresh and the weather was perfect for the United Way of Cullman County’s (UWCC) Crawfish Boil Saturday at Goat Island Brewing. The doors were up and people enjoyed...

Arrests and incidents reported April 29, 2019

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 29, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents April 25 harassment; Hwy. 91 theft...

West Point man charged with rape

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WEST POINT, Ala. - A West Point man has been charged with second-degree rape. Nathan Ryan Evans, 31, was arrested Friday, April 26. According to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), deputies and investigators executed...

Talladega Recap: Reddick wins 2-lap shootout at Talladega Xfinity race; Elliott wins GEICO 500

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TALLADEGA, Ala. - It’s amazing the difference eight years can make.  On this day, eight years ago, the state of Alabama was suffering tremendous tragedy as tornadoes tore paths of destruction and heartache throughout...

Obituary: William Alexander Corey

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William Alexander Corey, 67 of Arley, formerly of Rhode Island, entered into rest on April 28, 2019 at his home. He was born on Nov. 20, 1951 in Rhode Island. A private memorial service will be...

Obituary: Patricia (Pat) Scott Johnson

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Patricia (Pat) Scott Johnson, 68, of Southside (Gadsden) passed away Saturday afternoon, April 27, 2019. She was born in Cullman County to John Rayford and Edith Amos Scott. Pat and her husband drove long-haul truck...

Busy Bee celebrates 100 years

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CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, the 100th anniversary celebration of the Busy Bee was officially supposed to start at 2 p.m., but diners and well-wishers had other ideas.  By 1 p.m., the restaurant was...

2019 Strawberry Festival sees record attendance

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CULLMAN, Ala.  - This year’s Cullman Strawberry Festival not only marked the 80th anniversary of the event, but will also likely turn out to be the biggest Strawberry Festival in recent years.  Just two...