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After 1 victory in 2015, Broncos looking for more

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HOLLY POND - Now that the Holly Pond Broncos have seen the thrill of victory on the football field, the team is wanting more for the 2016 season. In the 2015 regular season finale, the...
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School of Nursing at Wallace State Community College named NLN Center of Excellence in...

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Photo: A Wallace State Nursing student practices using a puppet as part of the Children’s of Alabama Kids on the Block Puppetry program. Through the program, students visit area schools to teach children safe...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Doosie Day 2016 rained out Saturday, to begin 11 a.m. Sunday morning

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Our goal is to make a stand against epilepsy by raising money for research as it is funded extremely low compared to the number of people affected. We also want to raise awareness of...
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Files from Yesteryear: 1907, 1992

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From the Files of 1907 Hanceville News  Misses Kate and Mary Stender, of Cullman, spent Sunday with parents, in Hanceville.  Miss Dela Matthews returned Saturday from a visit to friends in Cullman.  Mrs. Fred Hassenphlugg was quite sick...
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Aggies focused on preparing for football season

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Photo: The Aggies participated in a team camp in Muscle Shoals in mid-July. FAIRVIEW - Two main concerns encounter the Fairview Aggies for the 2016 football season. One is getting the team ready for their...
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Tale of a donkey: sanctuary houses more than dogs, cats

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Photo: Noah the donkey is a favorite fixture at 2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary. Owner Sandra Shaffer saved Noah from drowning nearly 12 years ago. (Shelby County Reporter Photo/Keith McCoy) BLOUNT COUNTY – Noah the donkey...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Vinemont children enjoy a back-to-school bash

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This is two churches coming together to hand out free school supplies and let the kids have some fun before they have to start back to school.” Jamie Johnson   VINEMONT – Area children enjoyed a back-to-school...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Disabled Marine vet gets support, and a new ride

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Photo: (l-r) John O’Malley, Josh Speakman, Jeremy Hogan, Ed Smith, Trent Winstead and Chris Gill. Seated: Jack Stevens I wish I could have taken daily pictures of him just to watch and see how he...
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UPDATED: Sheriff weighs in on 2 arrests made in connection with counterfeit bills circulating...

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Updated Saturday, July 30 at 4:07 p.m. CULLMAN - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Friday morning at approximately 1 a.m. arrested two individuals in connection with the recent spate of counterfeit money being passed...
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Bussman comments on Zika virus in Cullman County

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MONTGOMERY- State health officials confirmed the first case of the Zika virus in Cullman County recently. The resident contracted the illness while traveling in an impacted area, and was diagnosed back home in Alabama....
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Fall football practices start Monday in the AHSAA

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Photo: The West Point Warriors will face off against Hamilton on Aug. 19. CULLMAN - Preparation for the 2016 football season begins Monday when the first day of fall practice is allowed by the Alabama...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

City Council: Hanceville heated heading into election

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HANCEVILLE - The Hanceville City Council met for their work session and regular meeting on Thursday night at Hanceville City Hall. It’s rarely a dull meeting, and the most recent one certainly didn’t disappoint. Business...
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Local woman arrested for child abuse

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CULLMAN - A local woman was arrested for child abuse yesterday at the Cullman County Courthouse. Darcy Lindsey, 31, of Cullman County was arrested and charged with torture, willful abuse of a child under...
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Motorcycles and sharing the roads safely

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CULLMAN - In light of recent events, we took a look into motorcycles: those who drive them, those who drive alongside them and the law enforcement officers who deal with them.           According to Frank Calvert,...
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Hanceville man arrested, suspected of transporting heroin from Jefferson Co. into Cullman Co.

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GARDENDALE - Michael Shane Hudson, 41, of Hanceville was arrested as a result of the cooperation of multiple law enforcement agencies recently. He is charged with unlawful distribution of a controlled substance. Officers from...
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Wallace State Continuing Education revamps Lifelong Learning program for area senior citizens

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HANCEVILLE - The Continuing Education department at Wallace State Community College is revamping its Lifelong Learning program for area residents ages 50 and over, offering a new membership plan that grants participants access to...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

CCCDC gives West Point High $50,000 for football field and track

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Pictured (l-r): Rep. Ed Henry, R-Hartselle, Richard Barnett, Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope, CCCDC Commissioner Bradley Williams, West Point High School Principal Heith Yearwood, CCCDC Commissioner Josh Speakman and West Point High School Assistant...
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Back-to-School sales tax holiday set for Aug. 5-7

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CULLMAN - The 11th Annual Alabama Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will begin Friday, Aug. 5 at 12:01 a.m., and will end at midnight on Sunday, Aug. 7.           Cullman County and city will be participating in...
Wesley Britt

Cullman’s Brannon headed for the Tide

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Photo: Hunter Brannon, left, with his proud uncle, and former Tide player, Wesley Britt CULLMAN - A week before the start of fall practice in his final season at Cullman High School, offensive lineman Hunter...
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New volleyball coaches use WSCC team camp to their advantage

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HANCEVILLE - Two new volleyball coaches used this week's team camp at Wallace State Community College to prepare themselves for the upcoming season that starts in a month. Samantha Bryson at Good Hope and Amy...
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Images of Australia on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum

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HANCEVILLE - Dozens of photographs by Australian photographer Anatole Zurrer are on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum on the campus of Wallace State Community College.  Based out of Sydney, Australia, Zurrer’s photography celebrates everything...
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Former Folsom Center business office manager indicted for theft

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MONTGOMERY - Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange today announced the indictment of the former business office manager of a Cullman nursing home on charges that he stole patient funds entrusted to him. Jeffery Adam Woods,...
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Cullman’s legislative delegation reacts online to possible statewide lottery vote

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CULLMAN - Gov. Robert Bentley this morning released a video announcing his intention to call a special session of the Alabama Legislature to address the state's funding crisis. On the agenda is a possible...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Dodge City mayor and council will see no changes

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Photo: From left to right: Ervin Chumley, Anthony Todd, Inez McDonald, Murray Lowe, Mayor Tawana Canada and Jason Burney DODGE CITY – There will be no election in Dodge City this time around; all five...
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Traffic stop leads to arrest of woman with drug warrant

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CULLMAN - Cullman Police Department Narcotics Investigators Justin Craft and Chris Thomason on Monday conducted a traffic stop on U.S. Highway 278 West and arrested a local woman. An occupant of the vehicle, Latasha Shai...
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Wallace State student helps provide life-saving CPR

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Photo: Kathy and Doug McGrew, center, are thankful for the help Doug received from Lynn Hill, left, and Mason Jones, right, when he suffered a heart attack in the gym at the Cullman Wellness...
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Good Hope’s John Harris uncontested for third term

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The city is going to grow and we have to be ready for it.” John Harris   GOOD HOPE – John Harris, lifelong citizen of Good Hope, will continue to serve the community in the Place 1...

Cullman Lil’ Bearcat Hoops Camp set for Aug. 1-3

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CULLMAN - With the school year fast approaching, Cullman basketball is giving sports campers a last opportunity to get in on some skills camp action. The Cullman Lil’ Bearcat Hoops Camp will take place...
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Obituary: Ruth E. Whitaker

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Funeral services for Ruth E. Whitaker, 77, of Hanceville will be held on Thursday, July 28 at 11 a.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home; Jimmy Sawyer officiating; with interment in Hopewell Cemetery. The family will...
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Additional walking/biking trails opened at Duck River Reservoir

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CULLMAN - The Utilities Board of the City of Cullman has completed another section of the walking/biking trails at Duck River Reservoir.  This will open 13.4 miles to the public. The trails are now open...
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Obituary: Michael Bradley Thomas

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Michael Bradley Thomas, 38, of Berlin Community, passed away on Sunday morning as the result of an automobile accident. He was born in Cullman County to Carl David and Edna Robbereson Thomas. Mr. Thomas...
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Obituary: Larry “Keith” Waid

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Mr. Larry "Keith" Waid of Cullman Alabama passed away on July 24, 2016 at his residence at the age of 51. He was born in Moulton Alabama on September 8, 1964. Funeral services will be...
Randy Britt

Randy Britt vying for Holly Pond Town Council, Place 4

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HOLLY POND - Holly Pond resident Randy Britt has qualified for Holly Pond Town Council, Place 4 (Safety). “My greatest concern and number one priority is the safety of our community, all its citizens and...
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Wallace State anglers Ryan Shields, Chayse Freeman fishing in this week’s Carhartt Bassmaster College...

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Photo: Chayse Freeman, left, and Ryan Shields HANCEVILLE – Wallace State anglers Ryan Shields and Chayse Freeman have circled this week on their calendars since February.  Shields and Freeman are in Campbellsville, Ky., preparing for the...

Controlled buy nets Good Hope man

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CULLMAN - On Monday, July 25, Cullman City Police Department Narcotics Investigators arrested Patrick Ray Wren, 46, of Good Hope for unlawful distribution of a controlled substance.  During an undercover operation, narcotics investigators made a...
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Local man Frank Calvert named Alabama Truck Driver of the Year

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CULLMAN - Frank Calvert, a Cullman native, has been driving a truck for 60 calendar years. Recently, Calvert was voted Alabama Truck Driver of the Year by the Alabama Trucking Association (ATA) after he...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

4 Good Hope officials receive Certificates of Election at Monday night meeting; 2 will...

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GOOD HOPE - The Good Hope City Council held a regular council meeting on Monday night, with two special guests in attendance, Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Good Hope High School Principal John...
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2-car incident in West Point Monday evening injures 2

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UPDATED 9:12 A.M.: ALEA this morning released the names of two people who were injured in a wreck in West Point yesterday evening. Wallace Wright, 68, or Vinemont and Pamela Hancock, 53, also of...
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Obituary: Sandra “Sandi” Anita Baker Allen

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Sandra "Sandi" Anita Baker Allen, 59 of Arley, entered into rest on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at Walker Baptist Medical Center. Sandi was born on April 25, 1957 in Haleyville, Alabama. She graduated from Meek...
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Plans for Cullman Marine Corps detachment moving forward

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CULLMAN - CEO of Saving Forgotten Warriors Jeremy Hogan is moving forward with plans for a Marine Corps detachment in the Cullman area. As of Monday, Hogan, himself a Marine, reported the group has 17...
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Obituary: Wilma “Betty” Calvert

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Funeral services for Wilma “Betty” Calvert, 80, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Minister Kent Persall officiating with interment in Bowman’s Chapel Cemetery. Arrangements by...

Hanceville man arrested with 20 grams of ICE

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HANCEVILLE - On Thursday, July 14, CNET agents with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), along with law enforcement officers from Madison and Morgan Counties arrested James Daryl Hunt, 57, of Hanceville for possession...
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Work release inmate killed on job identified as Jerry Lynn Coggins

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BAILEYTON - The inmate who was killed on Friday, July 22 while on the job in the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) work release program has been identified. Jerry Lynn Coggins, 38, of Cullman...
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Locals participate, honored and recognized during AHSAA All-Star Sports Week

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MONTGOMERY - Cullman County had its share of people to participate, be honored and recognized during the 20th annual Alabama High School Athletic Association All-Star Sports Week. Six athletes representing four schools and four different...
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Educator Joey Orr seeking Place 1 on Cullman City School Board

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CULLMAN - Joey Orr is a mother of three, a teacher with 13 years of experience in the classroom and she holds a master’s degree in school administration. She is the children’s minister at...
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Obituary: Herbert Pershing “Mac” McAlpine

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Herbert Pershing “Mac” McAlpine was born in rural Blount County on July 16, 1919, the fifth child of Alex and Ophelia Roberts McAlpine. He was called to serve his country in 1941 during WWII where...
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Obituary: Daniel Parker Gillam

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Funeral services for Daniel Parker Gillam, age 35 of Vinemont, will be at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jerry Lawson officiating. Interment will follow...
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Obituary: Jacquelyn Lendman

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Funeral services for Jacquelyn Lendman, 90, of Hanceville will be held on Tuesday, July 26 at 6 p.m. at Hanceville funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the...
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Obituary: Josey Lee Johnson

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Funeral Services for Josey Lee Johnson, 24, of Cullman will be held on Monday, July 25, 2016 at 2 p.m. in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Welcome Baptist Cemetery, with...
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Obituary: Margaret Virginia Bolan

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Funeral services for Margaret Virginia Bolan, 87, formerly of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 25, 2016 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Union Grove Cemetery in...
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Obituary: Justin Dean Hardin

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Justin Dean Hardin Funeral Services for Justin Dean Hardin, 26, of Cullman will be held on Monday, July 25, 2016 at 2 p.m. in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Welcome...
Will Hogue

3rd Anniversary Jay’s Ride rolls through Cullman Sunday evening

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CULLMAN - Bikers and other community members united on the steps of the Cullman County Courthouse on Sunday evening for the Third Anniversary Jay’s Ride event.          The event, started to honor the memory of Jerry...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

North-Central AL Young Democrats host Community Fun Day at Sportsman Lake

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CULLMAN - The group is still in its infancy, but the North-Central Alabama Young Democrats (NCAYD) are already making a name for themselves locally in Cullman, Walker and Blount counties, the three areas they...
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2 confirmed fatalities in collision on U.S. Hwy 278 E between Berlin and Holly...

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UPDATED 5:30 p.m. ALEA investigators have identified the third person in today's head-on collision as Kimberly Mason, 40, of Holly Pond. Mason is listed in critical condition at Huntsville Hospital. She was in the...
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Files from Yesteryear: 1933, 1953

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From the Files of 1933:  Winners in the baby contest on Wednesday evening were: Betty Rose Biggers, daughter of Mrs. Alvie Gibbers, sponsored by Marjorie Thompson, first, Barbara Ann Leeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs....
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Addiction: Wrap-up

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CULLMAN - Back in May, we begin weekly installments examining addictions and their impact on the lives of people in our community. This week, in part eight, we wrap up the series. Which drug addiction...
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2nd Chance Sanctuary readies cats for adoption

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Photo: Gracie is one of about 15 cats at 2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary. BLOUNT COUNTY – As the sun beats down on Sandra Shaffer's 16-acre spread at 2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary on June 16,...
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Cullman team eliminated in USSSA Summer Showdown semifinals

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CULLMAN - Success by the North Alabama Crusaders, a 16-under softball team from Cullman, was had until the semifinal round of the United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) Summer Showdown at the Field of...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Area veterans enjoy a day of fun

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Photo shows members of Fallen Heroes Bowfishing.   This is the first Appreciation Day we have ever done together. There has been too much separation between the American Legion and the VFW in the past; we...
Will Hogue

MEGA Cash Drawn Down raises funds for hospice

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CULLMAN – On Thursday night in the John G. Cullmann Room in Cullman Regional Medical Center, Hospice of Cullman County held its annual MEGA Cash Draw Down event, the nonprofit’s largest yearly fundraiser.           “This is...
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Alabama’s June unemployment rate is 6%

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MONTGOMERY – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced yesterday that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted June unemployment rate is 6.0%, unchanged from May’s revised rate of 6.0%, and below June 2015’s rate of...
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Local youth train with Olympian Willie Smith

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COLD SPRINGS- For everything there is a beginning and The Cullman Tribune was on hand to witness what may be the beginning of a great relationship with Olympic gold medalist Willie Smith and the...
Mark Stephens

CHS soccer coach Harbin recognized in Montgomery

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CULLMAN - Cullman Bearcats boy’s head soccer coach Casey Harbin picked up a little more hardware Friday night as he was recognized at the 2016 AHSAA Championship Coaches Banquet in Montgomery. Harbin led the...
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AGA Women’s Stroke Play Tournament brings 49 to Terri Pines

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CULLMAN - Forty-nine golfers across the state have spent three consecutive days facing humid conditions in the 26th Annual Alabama Golf Association Women's Stroke Play Tournament at Terri Pines Country Club. Twenty-nine were involved in...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Sheriff, Dodge City residents discuss recent attacks on cops

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If people don’t know who their deputies are, then we are failing. There are places that see law enforcement and the citizens as two separate entities, us and them; law enforcement and citizens. Thankfully...
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Talent Search program receives $415,000 grant to help area students

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HANCEVILLE - A program that helps students who may not normally think they could attend college do just that has been extended at Wallace State Community College thanks to a federal grant. WSCC has...
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Work release inmate killed on the job

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CULLMAN - An inmate was killed today while on the job in the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) work release program. “At approximately 10:29 a.m. this morning, we received a call that an inmate worker...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

Townson, Jacobs go head-to-head in mayoral forum

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CULLMAN - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s monthly community luncheon on Friday provided a forum for Cullman incumbent mayor Max A. Townson and his challenger, Woodrow "Woody" Jacobs, to answer questions presented by...
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Two motorcyclists deceased following high-speed ride around Cullman city, county

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UPDATE: Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick on Friday morning identified the two victims who were killed in a motorcycle wreck Thursday evening as Justin Hardin, 26, and Josey Johnson, 24, both of Cullman. -------------------- CULLMAN –...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Dodge City Town Council meets; all members running unopposed next month

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DODGE CITY - A regular Dodge City Town Council meeting was held on Thursday night, with all members present. All five members of the council, along with Mayor Tawana Canada, received certificates of election,...
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Bearcat GROWLS at Depot Park Aug. 13

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CULLMAN - Several local organizations are coming together to support students who need help with school supplies. Bearcat GROWLS (Growing Resources for Our Winning Local Schools), an event whose organizers hope will become an...
Noah Carpenter

New “Twenty-Four Seven” Bible study for grades 7-12

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Photo shows Bible study organizer, Noah Carpenter. CULLMAN - Local community member Noah Carpenter has created Twenty-Four Seven – a Bible study - which he hopes will be a place “to help students learn to...
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Friday Fun: July 22

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Moving Sale Friday and Saturday, July 22 and 23, 8 a.m.-? Household items, tools, crafts, winter clothes, books, some furniture, etc. 711 Ninth Ave. SE in Cullman.   CSYFA Speed & Agility Camp The Cold Springs Youth Football...
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1st free summer meal program sees success, will end on July 29

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CULLMAN - The first free summer meal program, provided by the Cullman City Schools Child Nutrition Program, was deemed a great success during the month of June yet has not been as busy during...
Will Hogue

EvaBank Midnight Run 2016 set to take off Aug. 19

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Photo: Runners enjoying last year’s Midnight Run CULLMAN - Get ready to get your glow on at the 2016 EvaBank Midnight Run on Friday, Aug. 19 at 11:59 p.m. The race will start at the...
Dale Seals

Dale Seals seeks 2nd term as mayor of Fairview

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I'm a servant of the people for the people. I want to do the best job I can for everyone in the town and surrounding communities.” Dale Seals   FAIRVIEW - Fairview Mayor Dale Seals has announced...
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National Weather Service issues heat advisory

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HUNTSVILLE - The National Weather Service in Huntsville has just issued a heat advisory for the counties of  LAUDERDALE-COLBERT-FRANKLIN AL-LAWRENCE-LIMESTONE-MADISON-MORGAN- MARSHALL-CULLMAN-LINCOLN- INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...FLORENCE...MUSCLE SHOALS...SHEFFIELD... TUSCUMBIA...RUSSELLVILLE...RED BAY...MOULTON...TOWN CREEK... ATHENS...HUNTSVILLE...DECATUR...ALBERTVILLE...BOAZ... GUNTERSVILLE...ARAB...CULLMAN...FAYETTEVILLE The heat advisory...
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Cullman County Fair Association presents check to calf project recipients

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(Photo: Jim Howard) Pictured, front row, (left to right): Steve Singleton, Fair Board treasurer; Shelby Sellers, recipient; Jay Conway, Cullman County Extension Office and Richard White, Fair Board president. Back row, (left to right):...
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Pokémon Go event set for Sept. 24

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CULLMAN - Chances are you have seen numerous people wandering through town, heads down, staring at their phones, playing the newest mobile game craze, Pokémon Go. For those who do not know, Pokémon Go...
Will Hogue

The Movie Factory – defying the odds since 1995

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CULLMAN - When Donna Garrett first came to Cullman, she already owned two Movie Factory stores. In 1995 she opened her first location in Hanceville, and then in 1996, she opened her location on...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Teens from Cullman’s sister city, Frankweiler, Germany, have arrived!

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It is really beautiful here and I am really enjoying my stay.” Verena Rong   CULLMAN – The Cullman Friends of Frankweiler organization welcomed special guests, 17-year-old Verena Rong and 16-year-old Antonia Poulsen, to Cullman this week....
Will Hogue

Stiefelmeyer Park gets new playground

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CULLMAN – Stiefelmeyer Park on Eighth Avenue Northeast has received a new playground.           The new equipment was installed as part of Cullman City Parks & Recreation Department’s initiative to improve and upgrade playground equipment around...
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UPDATED: Ethics commission reverses decision; Brown’s name WILL appear on ballot

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UPDATE: THURSDAY, JULY 21 AT 12:10 P.M. (see updated documents below as well) "I have received verification from the Alabama Ethics Commission that Bobby Brown has now completed the requirements of the Alabama Code Section...
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DEEZ Vapes in Cullman

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CULLMAN - Cullman has a new kid on the block in the vape department. DEEZ Vapes, owned by Steven and Kimberly Siegel, opened its doors on July 14 and will have its official grand...
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Bearcats ready to claw their way back to the top

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CULLMAN - It was an up and down year for the Cullman Bearcats in 2015, going 6-4 and getting booted from the playoffs in the first round by the eventual state runner-up, Clay-Chalkville, but...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

City aggressively addressing WWTP odor problem; several election certificates issued

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CULLMAN - The Cullman City Council met on Tuesday evening where they issued several election certificates and moved forward to combat the issue raised at the last meeting regarding the odor arising, literally, from...
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Tawana Canada seeking 2nd full term as mayor of Dodge City

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Dodge City is my much-loved hometown and I am honored to be a part of its history.” Tawana Canada   DODGE CITY - Tawana Canada has announced she will seek her second full term as mayor of...
Will Hogue

Breaking News: Fairview football stadium still 8 weeks away from completion

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FAIRVIEW - Fairview High School’s football stadium has been in construction now for much longer than anticipated, with the most recent report stating that the stadium is still eight weeks from completion.           “And that’s eight...
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3rd Anniversary Jay’s Ride to take place this weekend

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CULLMAN - On May 21, 2014, Jerry "Jay" Kendall, Jr. was struck and killed by a teen boy who was driving distracted. In July 2014, a special rally, Jay’s Last Ride, was held in...
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Kim Hall named CHS principal at today’s school board meeting

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CULLMAN - While the East Elementary School Archery Team was honored and recognized for winning a world championship, other big news came from Tuesday's regular meeting of the Cullman City Board of Education. Superintendent...
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Alabama State Capitol illuminated blue this week to honor law enforcement

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MONTGOMERY- Gov. Bentley on Monday announced the Alabama State Capitol will be illuminated blue every night this week to honor the men and women who willingly put themselves in harm’s way to protect all...
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Garden City Town Council notes- July 18

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GARDEN CITY – The Garden City Town Council came together on Monday evening for a regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with a call to order by Mayor Tim Eskew, which was followed by...
Will Hogue

FOX6’s Wes Wyatt special guest in Bremen Monday night

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BREMEN - Neighbors gathered for their normal monthly neighborhood watch meeting Monday night at the Beat 8 Community Center in Bremen.  This month, they had a very special guest- WBRC FOX6 meteorologist Wes Wyatt.           This...
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Fishing in Duck River Reservoir? Be patient.

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CULLMAN - It’s a question we are asked almost weekly: “Can I fish in Duck River Reservoir yet?” According to Cullman Economic Development Agency Special Projects Coordinator Susan Eller, the Duck River Reservoir project coordinator...
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Eller seeking 4th term on Good Hope City Council

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If a community is going to grow and provide for their citizens, the groundwork for growth in the utility area is vital.” Susan Robinson Eller   GOOD HOPE - Susan Robinson Eller has announced she will seek...
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Patrick Dunagan running for Good Hope City Council, Place 2

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Photo: Patrick Dunagan with son Landon and fiancée, Britney Gato I want to help make Good Hope the best it can be. I have seen the city progress, and I want to be a part...

UPDATE: Gas leak near Main Ave. contained; one lane reopened

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UPDATE: The gas leak is contained, but crews are still working to fix the roadway. One lane is functional, but officials are asking those who are able to, to please detour around the scene. CULLMAN...
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Meeting on July 20 to offer info about short-term health courses at WSCC

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HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College’s Continuing Education program will host an informational meeting on Wednesday, July 20 for anyone interested in learning about short-term health courses. These non-credit courses can be completed in...
Carol Poupore

Rock Creek Mission – God’s “floating church”

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Church services are very casual and there’s a good mix of adults, youth and at least 2-3 dogs.” Carol Poupore   SMITH LAKE - Located on the banks of Alabama’s scenic Smith Lake, Rock Creek Mission provides a place...
Amanda Kilgo

2 fundraisers set for Hanceville teen fighting cancer

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I know what it's like to be a cancer mom, and I know they'll appreciate the help and support.” Karen Cook   HANCEVILLE - In Oct. 2015 Hanceville’s Alexis “Lexie” York was diagnosed with a rare form...