W.C. Mann

Home folks bring antique business to Holly Pond

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Wayne White and Robin Yates, owners of The Middle of Nowhere HOLLY POND - Holly Pond recently became home to another new business, and the owners are local folks.  In November, The Middle of Nowhere,...
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This week in Cullman history (Dec. 29-Jan. 4)

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This week in 1982, the Wal-Mart Distribution Center officially opened for business. Present at the ribbon cutting (and pictured left to right) were: Plant Manager Anthan Fuller, Operations Manager Bill Tichenor, Executive Vice President...
Wendy Sack

Early morning fire guts home near Cullman Middle School

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CULLMAN - An early-morning house fire near Cullman Middle School resulted in a total loss of the structure, but no fatalities or injuries, according to Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt, Jr. The fire occurred...
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Cold Springs, West Point take wins to wrap up West Point Christmas Tournament

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WEST POINT - The 2016 West Point Christmas Tournament wrapped up play at Jim Boyd Gymnasium Thursday afternoon with some thrilling action. Cold Springs 53, Decatur Heritage 36 In a battle of the Eagles, it was...
W.C. Mann

Profiles in Faith: Oak Level Baptist Church

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OLBC Pastor Rev. Etsel Riddle BERLIN/HOLLY POND - In the Southern Baptist Convention-affiliated East Cullman Baptist Association, there are 53 churches.  Among the smallest is a tiny little congregation between Berlin and Holly Pond called...
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Foxgloves & Fireflies: Cooking with holiday leftovers

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Cooking with leftovers can be as easy as popping something into the microwave or it can be a new adventure in creating with what you have on hand. If you’ve tired of turkey sandwiches, here’s...
Heather Mann

Christmas break shoot draws crowd to Civic Center

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Samantha Johnson, Evan Johnson and Jackson Henshaw CULLMAN - Archers from all different ages came together today in the Cullman Civic Center for a day of fun and friendly competition in Cullman City Parks and...
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Relay For Life of Cullman County hosting 2017 Kickoff Celebration Jan. 12

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CULLMAN - The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Cullman County will kick off the 2017 fundraising season on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017, at 5:30 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist...
Johnny Thornton

Lady Broncos drop final game in Decatur Orthopedic Clinic Classic

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DECATUR - Holly Pond guard Ruth Horton single-handedly kept the Lady Broncos in the game with Colbert County by scoring 12 points through the first 4:00 minutes. But Colbert County was able to slow down...
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Heads up, private collectors! “American Pickers” filming in north Alabama

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Mike Wolfe, Danielle Colby Cushman and Frank Fritz If these faces look familiar, you must be a fan of the History Channel's “American Pickers." The cast and crew will be filming in north Alabama soon...
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House Committee continues important work on driver’s license issues

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Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview is the chairman of the House Interim Committee on Driver’s License Review. MONTGOMERY – An agreement announced between the state of Alabama and the U.S. Department of Transportation on Wednesday underscores...
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Man throws meth from car during traffic stop

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CULLMAN - A Hartselle man, Joshua Earl Hanners, 28, was arrested in Cullman on Tuesday and charged with unlawful possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.  Hanners was...
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Altoona man arrested after undercover operation in Cullman

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CULLMAN -  Altoona resident Russell Howard Rich, 44, was arrested in Cullman on Dec. 22 after he allegedly sold drugs to officers in an undercover operation. Rich was arrested by the Cullman Police Department...
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On-time property tax collections end Dec. 31

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CULLMAN - According to the Cullman County Revenue Commission, on-time property tax collections end Dec. 31. Property taxes are due each Oct. 1 and may be paid with no penalties or interest through Dec....
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Hanceville defeats Cleveland in last day of Hayden Christmas Tournament

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HAYDEN - The Hanceville Lady Bulldogs looked to finish off the final day of the Hayden Christmas Tournament on a high note after losing to Hayden on Monday and receiving a bye yesterday. The...
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2017 Bownes Memorial For Kids’ Sake Variety Show set for Jan. 22

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CULLMAN - Students from the Cullman community are preparing to showcase their talents to benefit nursery and pediatric care at Cullman Regional on Sunday, Jan. 22 at 4 p.m. in the Betty Leeth Haynes...
Johnny Thornton

Priceville upsets undefeated Lady Eagles in West Morgan Christmas tourney

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TRINITY - Kathleen Wheeler and Jenna Walker of Priceville were a deadly fourth-quarter scoring force, leading the Lady Bulldogs to a 62-50 upset of the Cold Springs Lady Eagles in the opening round of...
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Foxgloves & Fireflies: Clever clutter cover-ups

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Now that the holidays are almost over, some of us are already dismantling our decorations. It feels kinda good to see the normal room reappear, but sad in a way because the decorations held...
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West Point Christmas Tournament: Day 2 recap: Cold Springs, West Point come up short

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WEST POINT - It was another day full of basketball at Jim Boyd Gymnasium Tuesday afternoon as the 2016 West Point Christmas Tournament continued with day two action.   Curry 49, Cold Springs 36 In the first...
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Catching up with Colony

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Photo taken Dec. 13: Colony Town Council members are (front) Julian Fields, (center) Jamelle Dimbo, (back, l-r) Mayor Donnis Leeth, Tam Malcolm, Myra Twitty and Curtis Johnson. COLONY - Due to the absence of three...
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Hayden Christmas Tournament day 2 recap: Good Hope falls to Cleveland

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HAYDEN - Good Hope looked to not get eliminated on the second day of the Hayden Christmas Tournament.  Unfortunately, they did, as they fell to the Cleveland Lady Panthers, 63-52. Cleveland got off to a...
Johnny Thornton

Tradition continues with Decatur Orthopedic Girls’ Basketball Tournament

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DECATUR - For almost three decades, the Decatur Orthopedic Clinic Christmas Tournament has made a name for girls basketball in North Alabama. The tournament, formerly known as the River City Classic, is hosting 16 teams...
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Huntsville defeats Holly Pond Lady Broncos in Decatur tournament

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DECATUR - There were heavy hearts on the Huntsville sideline this morning, as girls’ coach Willie Moore had a death in the family Monday. Moore was on the sidelines Tuesday morning for Huntsville's game...
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Hayden Christmas Tournament day 1 recap: Good Hope, Hanceville fall

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It is now tournament time for some of the county teams, post-Christmas. Two of those teams, Good Hope and Hanceville, were in action Monday night on the first day of the Hayden Christmas Tournament. Mortimer...
Johnny Thornton

West Point Christmas tourney day 1: Warriors win, Cold Springs falls

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WEST POINT - Good guard play from Brandon Farley and Kolton Sapp was the key for the West Point Warriors to snap a nine-game losing streak, defeating the Danville Hawks 61-32 Monday night in...
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Cold Springs Elementary principal arrested for DUI Christmas evening

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CULLMAN - Cold Springs Elementary School Principal Phillip Gay was arrested Sunday evening in Cullman and charged with driving under the influence. The incident occurred at approximately 7:30 p.m. Christmas evening at Main Avenue...
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Files from Yesteryear: 1940 and 1957

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From the Files of 1940: ROTC Unit Receives High Rating For 22 Years Three Auburn students, from Cullman County, are serving this year as officers in the ROTC Unit. Their recent appointment by Colonel John...
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Christmas eats: area restaurants open today

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CULLMAN - If you’re looking for somewhere to dine on Christmas Day, or just want to get out of the house and not have to worry about cleaning the kitchen, there are several restaurants...
W.C. Mann

From the church on Christmas Eve…

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CULLMAN - At Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in downtown Cullman, one of the most treasured and anticipated traditions of the season features its children: the annual Christmas Eve Children's Mass, featuring the Christmas...
Johnny Thornton

Post-Christmas prep hoops tournaments

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CULLMAN COUNTY - High school basketball tournaments will be active throughout the week after everyone celebrates Christmas on Sunday. Here is the area tournament schedule: Teams playing in the Cullman Tribune coverage area:  Cold Springs - Girls,...
Loretta Gillespie

Countdown to Christmas: Decorating with food

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Decorating with food is fun and although some vegetables can become very complicated, others like the ones I’m about to show you, are relatively simple. Artichokes are an architectural marvel. They come tightly woven but...
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Update: Bethsadia Volunteer Fire Department

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Bethsadia VFD Chief Buddy Carden, member Cody Bice and Assistant Chief Maurice Reynolds at the Dec. 1 board meeting BETHSADIA - After a mass resignation of seven firefighters and EMTs on Nov. 28, a tense...
Loretta Gillespie

Countdown to Christmas: Homemade ornaments and gift tags

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If you love making Christmas memories with your kids, here is a great way to have fun with them while making ornaments to put on your tree, in a wreath or on a package. These...
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Countdown to Christmas: Gift wrapping ideas

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I love plain brown wrapping paper, or plain white, because you can dress them up so cleverly that they look like artwork or arrangements made from clipped greenery. First wrap your gift in either of...
Johnny Thornton

Taylor, team defense lead Lady Aggies to victory over Helena

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FORT PAYNE - Fairview coach Mary Hartline received a nice Christmas gift from her Lady Aggies' basketball team Friday afternoon: a hard-fought 48-39 victory over the Helena Lady Huskies to close out the Wills...
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Christmas through the eyes of a child: Children’s Christmas Mass at Sacred Heart of...

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The cast at the dress rehearsal Thursday afternoon CULLMAN - Almost every church, be it high church or low church, traditional or contemporary, from the classical parish hall to the rented storefront, has its Christmas...
Heather Mann

Giant Christmas Sale lasts through tomorrow night at Ag Center

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CULLMAN - As Christmas draws closer, many people are still out looking for last-minute gifts. For those who wish to avoid crowded stores, the 10th annual Giant Christmas Sale will be open at the...
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Vintage West owner pairs with HGTV’s Chip and Joanna Gaines

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HGTV stars Chip and Joanna Gaines on either side of Vintage West owner, Teresa Daniel, who has incorporated the couple’s line, Magnolia Home, into her already fabulous lines of home decor and accessories. CULLMAN -...
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Hanceville council addresses half-cent sales tax increase and urgent road repairs

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HANCEVILLE - The Hanceville City Council held a regular meeting Thursday evening, passing a resolution which will set in motion the City’s recent half-cent sales tax increase, and addressing urgent road repairs. In new business,...
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Countdown to Christmas: Make-ahead appetizers

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Here is a list of recipes that are tried and true, they’ve stood the test of time and people never seem to tire of them! Most recipes are on the boxes of ingredients listed, if...
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CPD uses new helicopter to locate stolen vehicle

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HOLLY POND - The Cullman Police Department (CPD) used the department's newly-acquired helicopter to locate a stolen vehicle in Holly Pond on Wednesday. CPD pilot Matt Dean and Investigator Sgt. Scott Sanford located the...
Johnny Thornton

4th-quarter play lifts Lady Aggies past Scottsboro

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FORT PAYNE - Fairview got control of the game in the final five minutes to get past Scottsboro 49-40 Thursday afternoon in the consolation bracket of the 16th annual Wills Valley Girls' Shootout at...
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Combatting area homelessness: Daystar House

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The Cullman community has been fantastic about helping us to provide these services. We couldn’t do this without their support.” Brenda Thomas, co-director of Daystar House   Image provided by Daystar House. CULLMAN - Worldwide, it is estimated...
Krista Conlin

McDonald’s kicks off 5th annual Celebration of Creativity Art Contest

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A winning entry from 2016's contest BIRMINGHAM – McDonald’s of Central Alabama proudly announces the fifth year of the McDonald’s Celebration of Creativity Art Contest. To celebrate Black History Month 2017, 95.7 JAMZ, WBRC FOX6...
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Countdown to Christmas: American-made stocking stuffers

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If you are looking for American-made products this year, here are some ideas that might help you fill those stockings! The New York Times dubbed zkano founder Gina Locklear the "Sock Queen of Alabama," and for good reason. The organic sock...
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Hospice of Cullman County celebrates 30 years, now Cullman Regional Hospice

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Hospice & Home Care Team: The Cullman Regional Hospice Team recently celebrated National Home Care & Hospice Month, which recognizes the compassionate care team that provides excellent in home and end-of-life care. CULLMAN - It’s...
Johnny Thornton

Eufaula girls top Lady Aggies in Wills Valley Shootout

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FORT PAYNE - A shootout in the first round of the Wills Valley Girls Shootout featured Fairview and Eufaula, led by talented scoring guards, Taylor Yeager from Fairview and Jirah Ards of Eufaula. The difference...
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Cullman man arrested for burglary

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CULLMAN - A Cullman man was arrested this week for allegedly burglarizing Tobacco Country on U.S. Highway 278 West and Cleveland Avenue. David Eric Sanders, 28, was charged with two counts of third-degree burglary.  On...
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Hanceville, Blount County authorities bring down major area drug trafficker

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Updated 12/21/16 at 10:12 p.m. HANCEVILLE - Hanceville Police Chief Bob Long today announced the arrest of a major area drug trafficker. Long, along with Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail, held a press conference to announce...
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West Point Elementary School Playground Project receives construction grant

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WEST POINT - West Point Elementary School's playground serves both that school and West Point Middle, as well as being a community park outside school hours.  Most of the equipment is more than 30...
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ALDOT and Cullman Co. coroner asking drivers and passengers to buckle up for holiday...

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CULLMAN – According to the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), fatalities on Alabama highways are up more than 25 percent this year over last year. In Cullman County, that number is closer to 50...
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Raiders win at the buzzer; Lady Eagles still perfect

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GOOD HOPE - It has been almost two years since the Good Hope Raiders last won over Cold Springs, which happened to be on a game-winning shot by Alex Cofer. Tonight, same story for...
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Christmas comes early on the Pond: No. 2 Broncos, Lady Broncos sweep Hanceville

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HOLLY POND - It was a festive atmosphere in Holly Pond Tuesday night as the Broncos and Hanceville Bulldogs tangled in their last regular season game before the Christmas break. On ugly sweater night, the...
Johnny Thornton

Bearcats overcome by Spain Park in Buffalo Wild Wings Christmas Challenge

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HANCEVILLE - Cullman played hard against Spain Park Tuesday night in the Buffalo Wild Wings Christmas Challenge, but could not overcome the Jaguars' athleticism and the play of Jamal Johnson. Johnson was a highlight reel...
Johnny Thornton

Addison Lady Bulldogs edge Meek in 5th place game of Winston County Christmas Tournament

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DOUBLE SPRINGS - Accurate foul shooting in crunch time propelled the Addison Lady Bulldogs by the Meek Lady Tigers, 46-44 in the fifth-place game of the third annual Winston County Christmas Tournament Tuesday morning. Addison...
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Lady Eagles avoid upset on road; Broncos win

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Cold Springs 57, Holly Pond 49 (Girls) HOLLY POND - The Holly Pond Lady Broncos were thinking upset at home against No. 4 Cold Springs. After Camryn Crider hit back-to-back threes to give the Lady...
Joseph Land

Letter to the Editor: For official use only

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FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY - The Department of the Army issued orders today to COL S. Claus, recalling him to active duty, with a report date of 24 Dec 16.  A reservist, with 1,742 years of...
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Cullman City Council draws crowd for rezoning vote; reconsiders $2.5 million WWTP bid

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Audience members show their opposition to a rezoning ordinance with a show of hands. CULLMAN - The Cullman City Council held its regular meeting Monday evening, with a larger and more vocal than usual crowd...
Johnny Thornton

Monday night heartbreak in area hoops

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CULLMAN COUNTY - Two local basketball teams were on the verge of huge wins Monday evening, but experienced the agony of defeat at the final buzzer. At Fairview, the Lady Aggies had Brewer down by...
W.C. Mann

Community Development Commission awards more than $160K in grants

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CCCDC members Josh Speakman, Bradley Williams, Bill Strandlund (chairman), Joe Golden, Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and State Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope CULLMAN - On Monday evening the Cullman County Community Development Commission (CCCDC)...

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Cullman Lions present check for almost $19K to Cullman Caring for Kids

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  CULLMAN - The Cullman Lions Club presented Cullman Caring for Kids a very special gift Monday evening: a check for almost $19,000. The club’s meeting, held at the All Steak Restaurant, started with a quick...
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Countdown to Christmas: making your home smell festive

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Over the next few days leading up to Christmas, Tribune columnist Loretta Gillespie will be sharing Christmas tips with our readers. They will include recipes, craft projects, unique home decorating ideas and more. Our countdown...
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Coming to Cullman: Harbor Freight, Ashley Furniture and Milo’s Hamburgers

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CULLMAN - The Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) and Drinkard Development have announced the coming of three new businesses to the city of Cullman: Harbor Freight Tools, Ashley Furniture and Milo's Hamburgers. CEDA Project Coordinator...
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Aderholt on Electoral College: “The Founders’ system works”

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama on Monday released the following statement after attending the vote of Alabama’s nine members of the Electoral College where they cast their votes for Donald Trump and...
Loretta Gillespie

Behind the scenes: Share Club of Cullman

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Beautiful Christmas décor on this year’s Christmas Tour of Homes CULLMAN - This time of year, there is a lot of hustle and bustle, the weather turns sharply colder and people are often preoccupied with...
Andrew Cryer

Winter Wonderland: 5 nights left!

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CULLMAN - This holiday season marks the 14th annual Cullman Winter Wonderland light display at Sportsman Lake Park, and there are five nights remaining to enjoy it. The light displays and subsequent activities will continue...
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Harmony School takes class outside for hands-on science

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The original raised bed, shortly after its completion in 2015. LOGAN - Lea Scott is the librarian and eighth-grade history teacher at Harmony School (HS) in Logan.  Not all her educational endeavors keep her cooped...
Loretta Gillespie

Countdown to Christmas: Fresh greenery wreaths with spending a dime

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Over the next several days leading up to Christmas, Tribune columnist Loretta Gillespie will be sharing Christmas tips with our readers. They will include recipes, craft projects, unique home decorating ideas and more. With just...
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NWS: Patchy black ice possible overnight

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Special alert from the National Weather Service, posted at 2:52 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18: Lauderdale-Colbert-Franklin AL-Lawrence-Limestone-Madison-Morgan- Marshall-Jackson-De Kalb-Cullman-Moore-Lincoln-Franklin TN- Including the cities of...Florence...Muscle Shoals...Sheffield... Tuscumbia...Russellville...Red Bay...Moulton...Town Creek...Athens... Huntsville...Decatur...Albertville...Boaz...Guntersville...Arab... Scottsboro...Fort Payne...Rainsville...Cullman...Lynchburg... Fayetteville...Winchester...Sewanee...Decherd...Estill Springs... Cowan ...Cold temperatures...
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Cold Springs girls, West Point boys county basketball champs

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GOOD HOPE - Tonight concluded the Cullman County Middle School Basketball Tournament. In both games, it was the top two seeds battling it out to see who would take home the championship. In the...
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Files from Yesteryear: 1940

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From the Files of 1940:   Miss Warnke Is Bride of Ted Graveman On Wednesday Miss Mary Warnke, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Warnke and Ted Graveman were married on Wednesday afternoon, October 9th, at 3:30...
Johnny Thornton

Recap so far: inaugural Buffalo Wild Wings Christmas Challenge

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Lee-Montgomery vs. James Clemens HANCEVILLE - A holiday hoopfest at Wallace State Community College has brought 25 teams to Tom Drake Coliseum for five days of entertaining Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) basketball. Wallace State...
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This week in Cullman history (Dec. 15-21)

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On Dec. 17, 1967, the Cullman County Public Library opened its main branch at 200 Clark Street NE. The new building was financed by the Cullman County Board of Revenue, the Appalachian Commission and...
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Saints take 3rd to close out St. Bernard Christmas Tournament

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CULLMAN - The campus of St. Bernard Prep School was bustling Saturday as eight boys’ and girls’ hoops teams invaded the St. Bernard Gym for the final day of the 2016 St. Bernard Christmas...
Loretta Gillespie

Countdown to Christmas: Great gifts for not a lot of money: salt candles

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Over the next several days leading up to Christmas, Tribune columnist Loretta Gillespie will be sharing Christmas tips with our readers. They will include recipes, craft projects, unique home decorating ideas and more.   Most people...
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Tis the season for hoops: Saint Bernard Christmas Tournament, Friday night recap

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CULLMAN - The St. Bernard Christmas Tournament kicked off last night, with St. Bernard playing host to the Sumiton Christian Eagles and Lady Eagles, the Southeastern Mustangs and Lady Mustangs and the Vinemont Eagles...
Johnny Thornton

Plenty of prep holiday hoops at Wallace State

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HANCEVILLE - A holiday hoopfest at Wallace State Community College has brought 25 teams to Tom Drake Coliseum for five days of entertaining Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) basketball. Wallace State coach John Meeks...
W.C. Mann

Cullman kids get to “Shop with a Cop”

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  CULLMAN - On Saturday morning, several area kids were rounded up at the Cherokee Avenue Chick-fil-A and transported from the scene by Cullman Police.  It's okay, though.  They were on their way to Wal-Mart...

Lady Hornets, Broncos stay unbeaten

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HOLLY POND - Both the Locust Fork Lady Hornets and the Holly Pond Broncos stay undefeated in the regular season and in the area with big wins tonight. Holly Pond 82, Locust Fork 47 (Boys) The...
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Artist profile: Cullman native Kassie Wilson

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NASHVILLE - Kassie Wilson is busy these days. She just returned to Nashville from a trip to Canada. "We were performing in Canada this weekend and had a layover due to weather conditions. We didn't...
W.C. Mann

Fairview starts new tradition with Christmas parade

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FAIRVIEW - On Friday evening the Fairview Lions Club hosted its first Christmas parade, running from the elementary school down to Fairview Town Park, where other activities were planned.  The parade itself was a...
Johnny Thornton

Fairview sweeps West Point in Friday night hoops

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WEST POINT - The Fairview Lady Aggies sit on top of the Class 5A, Area 12 basketball standings after a 46-32 victory Friday evening over the West Point Lady Warriors. Closing out the third quarter...
Andrew Cryer

Vinemont council tackles Scout House issues, sells property to state for use as group...

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VINEMONT - The top two items on the agenda for this week’s Vinemont Town Council meeting were the town’s Cary C. Montgomery Scout Community Center, known locally as the “Scout House,” and the possibility...
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Home in Simcoe fire a “total loss”

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SIMCOE - A house fire on County Road 1635 in the Simcoe community resulted in a total loss of the structure this afternoon. Fortunately, no one was home at the time of the blaze. "This...
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Dodge City residents arrested with firearms, drugs

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DODGE CITY - Two Dodge City residents were arrested Thursday after a search warrant led to the discovery of drugs and firearms. Stephen Joshua Hughes, 40, of Dodge City was charged with first-degree unlawful possession...
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ADOL: Alabama’s November unemployment rate 5.9%; Cullman’s 4.7%

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MONTGOMERY – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted November unemployment rate is 5.9 percent, with Cullman County at 4.7 percent, one of the lowest in the...
Loretta Gillespie

Countdown to Christmas: How to make awesome Brussels sprouts

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Over the next several days leading up to Christmas, Tribune columnist Loretta Gillespie will be sharing Christmas tips with our readers. They will include recipes, craft projects, unique home decorating ideas and more.   Brussels...
Johnny Thornton

Close games and dominating performances highlight middle school semis

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GOOD HOPE - One near upset, two dominant wins and a game gone down to the wire highlighted the semifinal round of the Cullman County Middle School Tournament at Good Hope Thursday evening. In the...
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Wallace State’s Quiz Bowl team has won three straight tournaments this semester

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Wallace State Quiz Bowl members are, from left, sponsor Christine O’Leary, Ross Wallace, Zakk Waddell, Derik Arendall and Paul Knetter. HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s Quiz Bowl team recently accomplished a feat sponsor Christine O’Leary hasn’t...
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CP&R hosting Christmas break archery tournament

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CULLMAN – Cullman City Parks and Recreation (CP&R) will host a 3D and National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) archery tournament on Thursday, Dec. 29 at the Cullman Civic Center. This fun shoot...
Johnny Thornton

2016 Coaches’ All-County Middle School Football Team announced

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GOOD HOPE - Twenty-eight young men were recognized Thursday night for an outstanding 2016 Cullman County middle school football season. The coaches' All-County team was announced at halftime of the middle school girls’ basketball semifinal...
Andrew Cryer

CCBOE recognizes achievements, swears in newly-elected members

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Newly-elected board member Heath Allbright takes his oath of office. CULLMAN -The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) met Thursday evening, presenting awards and giving recognition to several individuals, and also swearing in newly-elected board...
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Vinemont man arrested for burglary; guns, knives and swords taken

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VINEMONT - A Vinemont man is behind bars for allegedly stealing multiple weapons from an area flea market, including guns, knives and swords. Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) investigators on Wednesday arrested Joshua Wayne Moon,...
W.C. Mann

Fairview and Hanceville schools receive impressive Christmas gifts from Merchants Bank

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FAIRVIEW and HANCEVILLE - On Thursday, representatives of Merchants Bank visited Fairview High School and later met with staff from all three Hanceville schools to deliver John Deere Gator ATVs the organization has donated...
WSCC

7-week Phlebotomy course offers introduction into medical career

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Kendra Cummings works as a phlebotomist at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She completed the non-credit Phlebotomy program through Wallace State Community College’s Continuing Education program after graduating high school. HANCEVILLE - Kendra Cummings of Baileyton...
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Animal rescue in Eva seeks good homes for good pets

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Hoss and Elsa went home with Cullman City Police Chief Kenny Culpepper and family. EVA - Dianne McRea is on a mission.  With the help of family, she operates Great & Small Rescue, a nonprofit...
Loretta Gillespie

Drew Green named chairman of Cullman’s Alabama Bicentennial Committee

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Last week the Cullman Alabama Bicentennial Committee met for the first time to discuss the upcoming state bicentennial. The state is branding it “ALABAMA 200.” State director of the event, Jay Lamar, came up...