3 Alabama-connected airmen among 6 killed in KC-135 crash in Iraq
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Three of the six U.S. airmen killed in the crash of a KC-135 refueling aircraft in western Iraq had ties to Alabama through the Birmingham-based 117th Air Refueling Wing.
According to a...
Significant severe weather event likely beginning this evening
Jim Stefkovich, meteorologist, Alabama Emergency Management Agency
CLANTON, Ala. – Sunday, March 15, 2026, noon
…Almost the entire state is now in an Enhanced Risk due to an increase in damaging wind probabilities…
Non-thunderstorm winds will be...
Storm shelters available across Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. – With severe weather possible across north Alabama, residents are encouraged to know where their nearest storm shelter is before storms arrive.
According to the Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), all shelters...
West Point High scholars win JV state championship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The West Point High School JV Scholars’ Bowl team won the Alabama Scholastic Competition Association (ASCA) JV State Tournament March 6 at Wallace State Community College.
Coach Lee Henry said the great thing about winning a JV title is that it shows the program has a good pipeline...
Significant severe weather event unfolding today into erly Monday
CLANTON, Ala. – Sunday, March 15, 2026, 7 a.m.
…Areas east of I-65 and south of I-85 have been upgraded to Enhanced Risk…
Non-thunderstorm winds will be on the increase this afternoon and evening ahead of...
COLUMN: Things don’t last like they once did
If Murphy’s Law is, “Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong,” the Mechanical Law would be, “What can break down, will break down.” That’s the one that ruled at our house last week.
My...
Files from Yesteryear: March 14, 1946
From the files of March 14, 1946
Eidson Chapel News
Mrs. Ella Thomason celebrated her 59th birthday Sunday, March 10th. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Thomason and son, Hubert, J. W. Bush, Miss...
Cullman area faces windy Sunday, overnight severe storms, then sharp cold
CULLMAN, Ala. — Residents across Cullman County and the Tennessee Valley could see several rounds of changing weather conditions over the next two days, including strong winds Sunday afternoon, a line of severe thunderstorms...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 14, 2026
BASEBALL
Cold Springs 12, Brewer 3 - Batting: C. Perdue 1-3 (3B), 3 RBI - B. Chasteen 3-4 (2B), 2 RBI Pitching: C. Johnson 4.0 IP, 2 ER, 3 K
Scottsboro 6, Fairview 3 - Batting:...
TRACK & FIELD: West Point, Fairview among others with impressive days at 1A-7A Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several local teams took part in the Cullman Classic on Saturday, and multiple squads, along with more than a handful of individuals, put together impressive results on Saturday. All area athletes who placed...
Obituary: Randy D. Ballard
Randy D. Ballard, born on October 29, 1955, in Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, in Cullman. He was beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew...
Obituary: Tina Marie Jenkins
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Tina Marie Jenkins, 60, of Hanceville.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Tina passed away Friday, March 13, 2026, at CRMC. She was born August...
Obituary: Norma Olene Fincher
Funeral service for Norma Olene Fincher, 89, of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Baldwin Heights Baptist Cemetery, Dr. Howard Rodgers officiating....
A word with Richard Barnett, candidate for Cullman County Commission, District 2
WEST POINT, Ala. - Richard Barnett, a longtime member of the West Point community, is a Republican candidate for the Cullman County Commission, District 2. “I grew up on a cattle and chicken farm – so I know what work is,” Barnett...
AHSAA announces updated 2026-2028 classifications for basketball; public & private schools split
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Alabama High School Athletic Association released updated classifications for winter sports, notably basketball, for 2026-28. Following suit with fall sports, the AHSAA split public and private schools for postseason competition, now...
Alabama Tulip Festival open at Cullman’s 4D Farm
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Tulip Festival is officially open at Cullman’s 4D Farm.
Months of planting and preparation went into the beautiful tulip fields on the property.
Owner Beth Daniel said, “Tulips are very weather-dependent,...
A word with Josh Speakman, candidate for Cullman County Commission, District 2
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point resident and Brandin’ Iron General Manager Josh Speakman is a Republican candidate for the Cullman County Commission, District 2.
“My goal is fostering economic growth, business loyalty and community prosperity,” Speakman said. “In our community,...
TheraPlay hosting sensory friendly Easter event April 8
CULLMAN, Ala. – Easter Sunday is approaching! We are less than a month away from all the family fun and festivities. As you plan for events and trips in between family gatherings, church services and community agendas, don’t miss...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 13, 2026
BASEBALL
Winston Co. 12, Addison 9 - Batting: S. Talley 1-3, 2 RBI - K. Lake 1-4 (HR), 2 RBI Pitching: T. Gaither 3.2 IP, ER, 5 K
Cullman 3, Hillcrest 2 - Batting: K. Mauldin...
Obituary: Barry Dean Woods
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Barry Dean Woods, 67, of Cullman, Alabama, who passed away on March 12, 2026, in Cullman, AL .Born on April 19, 1958, Barry...
Obituary: Ronald Paul Peebles
Ronald Paul Peebles, age 46 of Logan, AL, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at his residence. He was born February 10, 1980, to Ronald Peebles and Vickie Kellum Brewster.He was preceded in...
Spirit Life Church collecting toy cars and trucks
CULLMAN, Ala. – As we clean out garages and gather up old clothes and forgotten toys to donate during the process of spring cleaning, keep in mind the many organizations that could use those items.
A local nonprofit...
CCPS receives TVA grant for STEM program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School was presented with a $5,000 grant from the TVA to support the school's Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) program this week.
With this award, the CCPS STEM program has now...
Op-Ed: Read, no matter what!
In honor of “Read Across America,” I would like to share my two cents on what it means to be a “reader.”
I didn’t always love to read. I have always loved to write, though I never saw myself as...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 13, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
Dobson, Woodall address local Republicans
CULLMAN, Ala. – Attendees gathered Saturday, March 7, at the Cullman VFW for the Cullman County Republican Party breakfast and to listen to two candidates running for statewide office.
Alabama Secretary of State candidate Caroleene Dobson and Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 2 candidate Brent Woodall shared their backgrounds...
Severe Weather Threat Sunday into Monday Followed by a Hard Freeze
CLANTON – Friday, 8:00 am, March 13, 2026
A potent upper-level system and associated strong cold front will push a fast-moving line of thunderstorms through the state Sunday evening through Monday morning. Damaging straight-line winds...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 12, 2026
BASEBALL
Austin 13, Fairview 5 - Batting: C. Cullen 2-3, 2 RBI Pitching: C. Cullen 3.0 IP, 3 ER, 2 K
Oakman 11, Holly Pond 0 - Batting: J. Miller 0-0 (HBP) Pitching: T. Harrison 2.2...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Eagles’ errors kickstart Hanceville’s 15-3 rout; Bulldogs hand Vinemont their first...
VINEMONT, Ala. - On Thursday evening the Vinemont Lady Eagles, riding a 6-0 start to the season, hosted county and area foe Hanceville, who started the season at 3-8 under first-year head coach Kim...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman County Hall of Famer, Holly Pond basketball coach Tim Willoughby announces...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Thursday, March 12, saw legendary head basketball coach Tim Willoughby retire after 23 years. He coached five different teams, finished with 371 wins and had a tremendous impact on so many kids' lives...
Pet of the Week: Meet Buddy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Buddy is a Golden Retriever/Lab mix, approximately 2 years old, with a calm spirit that makes an immediate impression. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Low-energy and full of quiet charm,...
Obituary: Billy Wayne Veal
Billy Wayne Veal, 68, a lifelong resident of Cullman, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026. Born to Billy Ray and Yvonne Veal on August 27, 1957; he graduated from Fairview High School.
Mr. Veal was a talented...
Obituary: Jerry Don Payne
Jerry Don Payne, a cherished member of the Hanceville community and a decorated veteran, passed away on March 10, 2026, in Hanceville, Alabama, at the age of 77. Born on May 20, 1948, in...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 12, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 12, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 9
assault; CR 1222
domestic violence;...
Upcoming lunar events
Pink Moon - April 1, 2026
The Lenten Moon, Paschal Full Moon or the last Full Moon of winter. It has many names, but “pink” is not entirely accurate. This name comes from the early blooming flower called “pink...
Op-Ed: Coast Guard acquisition of Birmingham-Southern College signals opportunity
The closure of Birmingham-Southern College (BSC) left a significant void in West Birmingham. For decades, the 192-acre campus served as an educational and cultural hub. Its vacancy represented a loss of activity and uncertainty for the surrounding community and local economy.
The recent purchase of the campus by the United States Coast Guard marks a strategic turning point. The Coast Guard plans to repurpose the site as a national training center, which will subsequently transform a period...
Milkweed, Monarchs and more
Milkweed may have “weed” in the name, but it is an essential native wildflower. It can commonly be mistaken for a weed because it grows among them along roads, in pastures or fields. As we near spring and the time for...
Cullman council discusses tourism, infrastructure updates, a major award, hemp regulations
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Monday, March 9, meeting discussed tourism activities, infrastructure updates, a major award and hemp regulations.
The meeting commenced as follows.
As the floor opened for public...
Cullman High’s Grayson Gay named APT 2026 Young Hero
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Alabama Public Television recently announced the winners of its 2026 APT Young Heroes Scholarships. Among the three winners is Cullman High School Junior Grayson Gay. Other winners are Kayden Bland of Billingsley School and Courthey Pride of Alabama School of...
Colony council talks website, thanks clean-up volunteers
COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council gathered for its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 10, where Mayor Jasmine Cole announced that there is a website in the works for the town. No timeline was given, but expect an...
Good Hope City Council
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council’s regular meeting on Monday, March 9, was extremely brief.
The council heard from Kenneth Cornelius, Republican candidate for Cullman County Revenue Commissioner.
In committee reports, there were no updates...
FAITH: Cullman’s Molly Wilson talks religious, personal influences in basketball
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman senior basketball player Molly Wilson thanks God for helping her overcome some tough times in her life, and she wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for Him. She talked...
Statewide Severe Weather Threat Continues into Early Thursday
CLANTON – Wednesday, 1:15 pm, March 11, 2026
A line of storms will enter the northwestern sections this afternoon and move southward into the evening hours.
Between 4-7 pm, discrete supercells will likely form in southeastern...
Obituary: Dale “Squirrel” Ahrendt, Jr.
Memorial services for Dale "Squirrel" Ahrendt, Jr, age 65 of Somerville, will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 2 p.m. at the Hospice of the Valley Community Bereavement Center located at 240 Johnston...
Obituary: Francisca Garcia
Funeral services for Francisca Garcia, age 77 of Decatur, will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Decatur Brown Service Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Oscar Garcia officiating. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Bonnie Jean Schaefer
Funeral service for Bonnie Jean Schaefer, 89, of Hanceville will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 14th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Welti Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. The family...
Obituary: Ronald Lee South
Ronald was born on July 19, 1947, in Cullman Alabama to Robert Lee South and Johanna T. South. He died on March 8, 2026, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 11, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 11, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
Prom fashion trends and spending
CULLMAN, Ala. - Prom season is upon us, and the experience continues to evolve as trends, technology and spending habits change over the years.
Sonya White, owner of First Avenue Bridals and Formals, said the formalwear industry...
Spring weather: Be prepared
CULLMAN, Ala. - As winter turns to spring and temperatures begin to warm across north Alabama, residents enter a time of year marked by rapidly changing and occasionally severe weather. Spring’s shifting temperatures often create the perfect...
Harmony School’s 20th annual Southern Beauty Pageant set for April 18
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School is preparing to host its annual Southern Beauty pageant, a tradition that has supported the school since 2007.
Pageant organizer Heather Lynn said the event began the same year the school opened...
Obituary: Linda Frances Allen
Graveside Service for Linda Frances Allen, age 78 of Northport, formerly of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of...
Obituary: Percy William Baldwin
A memorial service for Percy William Baldwin, 77, of Falkville will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 14th, 2026, at Living Faith Baptist Church at Good Hope, Pastor Larry Brown officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
We can protect ourselves from colorectal cancer by getting screened
We can protect ourselves from colon cancer; a cancer that affects people of all genders, races, and backgrounds. The recent deaths of well-known actors James Van Der Beek and Catherine O’Hara from colorectal cancer...
Local band Key Lime Pie searching for new lead singer
Key Lime Pie, a local, genre-blending band known for its energetic performances and wide-ranging setlist, has recently announced it will begin auditions for a new lead vocalist.
Lead guitarist Max Townson said the band performs...
All Modes of Severe Weather Possible into Early Thursday
CLANTON – Wednesday, 8:00 am, March 11, 2026
The SPC expanded the Slight Risk statewide overnight, as models now indicate higher instability and wind shear, even overnight.
A solid to broken line of storms will enter...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Stats and scores for March 10, 2026
BASEBALL
Hubbertville 3, Addison 2 - Batting: C. Speegle 2-3 (2B) Pitching: K. Lake 3.0 IP, 0 ER, K
Homewood 12, Cullman 7 - Batting: J. Inman 3-4 (HR), RBI - B. Vincent 1-4 (2B), RBI...
PREP SOFTBALL: Johnson and Bates homer; Storey pitches a complete game for Cullman in...
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman Lady Bearcats welcomed rival Jasper on Tuesday evening for their first area game of 2026, and sent the Vikings home with a 6-1 loss.
The Bearcats, with the win, improved...
Obituary: Clara Barnett
Clara M. Elliott Barnett age 99 of Hanceville, AL passed away March 8, 2026, at 4:45 p.m.
She was born February 16, 1927, in Hanceville to Elbert M. Elliott and Myrtie Whaley Elliott.
Aunt Clara, as...
Obituary: Linda Reid White
Linda Reid White, 72, of Holly Pond, Alabama, was welcomed into heaven by our Lord and Savior in the early morning hours of Monday, March 9th, 2026. Linda was born in Cullman County, Alabama,...
Obituary: Samantha Marie Rogers
Samantha Marie Rogers, 21, of Fairview passed away on 3/8/26.
Samantha was born in Fullerton, California to Chris and April Rogers on 2/12/2005. She graduated from Fairview High School in 2023 where she cheered for...
Obituary: Jimmy Wade Oldacre
Jimmy Wade Oldacre, 79, of West Point, died peacefully at home on March 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a short illness.
Jimmy was born in Cullman, Alabama, on August 9, 1946, to...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 10, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2026. 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...
Senior cookouts creating bonds at local senior centers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging said the Crane Hill Senior Center held its annual community cookout with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently, one of the first in a series of spring events at local senior centers.
Cullman County Commission...
City of Cullman receives Rainer Bauer Award from Alabama Germany Partnership
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman was honored Thursday, March 5, with the Rainer Bauer Award, the highest recognition presented by the Alabama Germany Partnership (AGP), during the organization’s annual meeting.
The Rainer Bauer...
Cold Springs FCCLA excels at State Leadership Conference
BREMEN, Ala. - Cold Springs High School’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter had an outstanding showing at the FCCLA State Leadership Conference held in Montgomery March 5–6, 2026. The group...
PREP BASEBALL: Holly Pond’s Sam Hunt throws a no-hitter, strikes out 12 as Broncos...
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Hanceville Bulldogs traveled to take on the Holly Pond Broncos in an area game on Monday afternoon. Holly Pond got out to a quick 3-0 lead, and that was more than...
Severe Threat Increasing Across Much of the State Through this Evening
CLANTON – Monday, 1:30 pm, March 9, 2026
…Slight Risk Expanded for much of the state…
Increasing instability has led to an expansion of the Slight Risk across much of the state. Discrete cells as well...
Obituary: Michael Timothy White
Michael Timothy White, 69, of Cullman, passed away March 6, 2026, at home surrounded by loving family. He was born December 14, 1956, in Akron, Ohio to Roland Earl and Jettie Pope White. Michael's...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 9, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 5
domestic violence; Commercial St....
CRG on protecting children from online predators
GARDENDALE, Ala. – Josh Moody is the chief executive officer of Covenant Rescue Group. It is a nonprofit based out of Gardendale that fights against human trafficking, child exploitation and other related crimes. Moody...
Editorial: It’s time for a moratorium on campaign promises
Election season produces a familiar pattern.
Bold promises. Absolute declarations. Assurances that sweeping change will occur the moment one candidate takes office.
Then governance begins. And reality intrudes.
At every level of government, candidates speak as if...
Cullman County Schools to host career fair March 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools will host its annual career fair later this month, offering prospective employees the opportunity to meet with school leaders and learn more about working in the district.
The event...
Small Business Spotlight: Big Boom Coffee Company
DODGE CITY, Ala. – Cathie Hodges recently opened her coffee shop, Big Boom Coffee Company. The soft opening was March 4, and it will remain open Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m.-2 p.m. until...
Interesting Bee-havior: Auburn researchers highlight the sociality of bees
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Bees appear to be social creatures, as they frequently congregate on flowers or nest in plain sight. At the Auburn University Bee Center, researchers and students are digging deeper into...
Ivey appoints Heath Meherg 32nd Judicial Circuit district judge
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey has appointed Heath Edward Meherg of Cullman to serve as district judge in the 32nd Judicial Circuit in Cullman County. Meherg fills the vacancy left by Chad Floyd,...
Alabama State Parks officially launches new Junior Ranger Program
PELHAM, Ala. – The outdoors is calling — and Alabama’s next generation of explorers is invited to answer.
Alabama State Parks has launched the new Junior Ranger Program, designed to inspire young adventurers, spark curiosity and cultivate a life-long...
Wallace State announces Back on Track initiative
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College said it is excited to announce the launch of Back on Track, an initiative to build pathways from low-wage jobs to family-sustaining careers. Beginning in 2026, WSCC...
Wallace State Theatre to present ‘Xanadu’ March 13-15
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Roll into the disco era with Wallace State Community College’s Theatre program as it presents “Xanadu” March 13-15 at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. Shows are scheduled for 7 p.m. on...
A Few Severe Storms Possible Monday with More Significant Threat Wednesday into Thursday
CLANTON – Sunday, 8:00 am, March 8, 2026
On Monday, an upper-level disturbance will produce showers and thunderstorms that will move from west to east across Alabama during the afternoon and evening hours. A few...
COLUMN: What it was, was soccer
Seventy-two years ago, Capital Records released a recording of a young Andy Griffith. He recorded under the name Deacon Andy Griffith. Side A of the record contained a comedy monologue that was almost six...
Files from Yesteryear: March 7, 1940
From the files of March 7, 1940
To and Fro
Robert A. Taft, United States Senator from Ohio, wrote the Festival Committee early this week that he appreciated the kind invitation to participate in the Strawberry...
PREP BASEBALL: Moody’s offense rolls as Blue Devils collect 10-2 win over Fairview
BOAZ, Ala. - After picking up a huge county win at home against West Point on Friday night, the Fairview Aggies hit the road for a doubleheader on Saturday afternoon against the Boaz Pirates and the Moody Blue...
PREP BASKETBALL: Swarming Oxford defense too much for Cullman in 68-44 6A State Championship...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- An improbable run by the Bearcats came to an end on Saturday.
With the 6A State Championship on the line, Cullman faced off against no. 1 Oxford at Legacy Arena. The Yellow...
Obituary: Imogene Rusk
Imogene Rusk age 92 of Cullman passed away on March 6, 2026, at Woodland Village Healthcare Center.
Imogene is survived by her son, ONeal Rusk (Lana); her daughter, Carol Tekulve (Danny); granddaughters, Mindy Strange (John) and Stacey...
Obituary: James Richard Fowler, Jr.
James Richard Fowler Jr. passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 65. Born on September 15, 1960, in Alabama, James was a resident of Joppa, Alabama.
Visitation will be held at Moss-Service...
Obituary: Shirley Regina Richards
Shirley Regina Pair Richards, of Hanceville, died Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
She is survived by her husband, Cecil Lavern Richards; sons: Shawn Lavern Richards and Tony Ray (Bridgett) Richards; daughter, Cheryl Murphey; sister, Margie Hill;...
Obituary: Garlon Wayne Williams
A visitation for Garlon Williams, 78, of Bremen will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday March 9th at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Williams was born on August 26, 1947, in Cullman, Alabama to Frank Williams and...
Obituary: Barbara Annette Looney
Funeral Service for Barbara Annette Looney, age 56 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial at East Point Cumberland Presbyterian Cemetery. Visitation will be from...
Line Of Storms This Afternoon into Early Sunday
CLANTON – Saturday, 11:00 AM, March 7, 2026
A line of thunderstorms will enter the northwestern portions of Alabama this afternoon and move southeastward through much of the overnight hours. Damaging wind gusts and hail...
Library receives $4K Pizza Hut Foundation grant
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library received a $4,000 Slice of Literacy Grant from the Pizza Hut Foundation to support local literacy initiatives and expand educational programming. Library officials said the funding...
ALDOT: Project to improve Hanceville intersection starts
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A project to improve Alabama Highway 91 at U.S. Highway 31 in Hanceville began this week.
The project includes widening to add a left turn lane on Highway 91 northbound and relocation...
Ivey signs law opening classroom doors to Alabama veterans
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on March 3, 2026, signed Senate Bill 149, one of her legislative priorities, into law, creating a new pathway for military veterans to serve Alabama students in the...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 6, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 18, Meek 1 - Batting: T. Gathier 2-4, 3 RBI - C. Lane 2-4, 3 RBI Pitching: K. Lake 3.0 IP, 0 ER, W
Addison 18, Lynn 10 - Batting: C. Lane 4-5, 3...
CHAMPS!: No. 4 Lady Raiders take down no. 1 Plainview 59-54 to win the...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- "Defense wins championships." It's an adage that dates back to the great Paul Bryant, and one that holds true today.
The no. 4 Good Hope Lady Raiders met with no. 1 Plainview...
Obituary: Carlton Jimmy Bates
Funeral service with military honors for Mr. Carlton Jimmy Bates, 79, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Bethsadia Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. Brian...
Fairview council talks ballpark improvements, new pickleball courts
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Town Council at its Monday, March 2, meeting began with attendees praying for Former Mayor Randall Shedd as he prepares for a medical procedure this week.
During updates on ongoing...
Holly Pond council discusses Governor’s Park upgrades, town events
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting Monday, March 2, addressed upgrades at Governor’s Park, upcoming events and more.
In old business, Mayor Carla Hart discussed four new picnic...
Obituary: Donna Freeman Laratta
Donna Freeman Laratta, age 73 of Jasper, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at HarborChase of Jasper.The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Collins-Burke Funeral Home, funeral services...
Obituary: Cathy Marie Kilgo
Cathy Marie Kilgo age 62 of Warrior, Alabama passed away March 5, 2026. She was born February 19, 1964, in Alabama.
Cathy is preceded in death by her father Dalton James Wright; sister Wanda Sue...
MOST COMMENTED
PREP BASEBALL: Bulldog bats get hot; Lake impressive as Addison takes...
DORA, Ala. - Looking to bounce back from a tough 13-11 loss to Hubbertville last Saturday, the Addison Bulldogs traveled to Dora to take...
