Amy Hasenbein Leonard

Planning Commission meets; Fox Meadow Phase II a sore spot

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Photo shows Austin Evans of Davidson Homes. CULLMAN - The Cullman Planning Commission met on Tuesday night at the City Hall Auditorium where present members, Andy Page, Bobby Kelley, Wendell Copeland, Cherri Drake, Gene Green,...
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2nd judge recuses himself from Cullman HS principal, asst. principal trespassing case

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CULLMAN, AL (WBRC) - A second judge has recused himself from the trespassing case involving a retiring Cullman High School principal and the school’s assistant principal. Judge Kim Chaney cited spousal connection to the school...
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WSCC therapeutic massage graduates work Rock the South

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Moriah Gross, left, takes a selfie with Britney Gato, Patrick Dunagan and Jennifer Craig in the backstage area at Rock the South. Gross, Gato and Craig all work for Below Chiropractic, which provided massages...
Sharon Callahan

Augusta’s hosting spirit night for Good Hope Fishing Team July 14

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Photos: Taken on May 14: Good Hope High School took the title for the second year in a row in this year’s Cullman Alabama High School Bass Fishing Classic at Smith Lake. The tournament...

1 person arrested Sunday after crashing stolen vehicle; 2 suspects remain at-large

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CULLMAN - One person was arrested on Sunday and two remain at-large after a vehicle reported stolen from Walker County crashed in Cullman. Cullman City Police officers responded to two separate calls on July 3....
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Wallace State has school-record 35 student-athletes recognized by NJCAA for academic achievements

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HANCEVILLE – Wallace State athletics had a school-record 35 student-athletes recognized Tuesday as National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Athletes of Distinction for their 2015-16 academic achievements, including seven acknowledged as Pinnacle Award for...
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Bentley announces $28,762 for north Alabama food project

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MONTGOMERY - A $28,762 grant announced by Gov. Robert Bentley will boost the production, marketing and availability of locally grown food in north Alabama. The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission will assist the growth...
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WSCC’s Crime Scene Investigation Team wins national silver medal at SkillsUSA competition

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Photo: Wallace State’s Crime Scene Investigation team consists of, from left, Melissa Kilpatrick, Micah Oliver and Anthony Martin. Instructor Thea Hall accompanied the group to the national event.    HANCEVILLE - In only its second year...
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Noted ball hawk draws ire from MLB fans

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Photo is the one that Zack Hample tweeted from the game. FORT BRAGG, N.C. - On July 3, ESPN’s Sunday Night Baseball aired just like is does each and every Sunday during the MLB season....
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Staycation: Muscle Shoals

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MUSCLE SHOALS - At just around an hour drive away is one of America’s best kept secrets: Muscle Shoals. It has been the subject of documentaries, it’s the Motown and Sound City of the south,...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

Heritage Park fireworks festival goes off with a boom

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CULLMAN - Desperation Church and the City of Cullman teamed up for their annual Fourth of July celebration and fireworks show at Heritage Park tonight. Lasting 16 minutes, the fireworks show was appreciated by...
Will Hogue

15th Annual Fairview Area-Wide Freedom Celebration held tonight

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FAIRVIEW – Hundreds backed in and parked their vehicles around Fairview Community Park this Independence Day to watch the community’s annual fireworks display and take part in the 15th Annual Fairview Area-Wide Freedom Celebration.           Families...
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Clint Hollingsworth: I just want to take care of this community

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CULLMAN - Clint Hollingsworth is a man who is outnumbered. Until two years ago, he was the only man in the house, living with four ladies- his wife and three daughters. The addition of...

Vinemont finishes 3rd in Dizzy Dean state tournament

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VINEMONT - Momentum gained by Vinemont in beating Vincent 16-6 in the Dizzy Dean 14-under state tournament was not maintained Sunday evening. The host of this age group fell in the loser's bracket final to...
Jason Leonard

Fireworks over Garden City

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GARDEN CITY - Garden City First Baptist Church hosted its annual, family-friendly fireworks celebration at Garden City Park this evening, where they provided fun for kids of all ages. Inflatables were available for children,...
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Staycation: The Secret Bed & Breakfast

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Guests come here frazzled from the real world and leave relaxed.” Kris Thomas, innkeeper   LEESBURG - While the school children are out for summer vacation, their parents will be super busy with all the extra activity...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Biggest event yet for this year’s Smith Lake Park Fireworks and Music Festival

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The fireworks brought tears to my eyes. Only in America can we celebrate the Fourth of July with such a beautiful display of fireworks!” Cindie Wilson   CULLMAN – Smith Lake Park held its annual Fireworks and...
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Files from Yesteryear: 1940

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From the Files of 1940 The Junior II Class of Meek High School enjoyed a visit to the cotton gin at Nathen. This class has been studying a unit about slavery and the invention and...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Who remembers sleeping on a feather bed?

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CULLMAN - Today, feather beds and mattress toppers are considered a thing of luxury. The soft, fluffy, feather/down blend looks and feels like you are sleeping on a big billowy cloud. Cozy and warm,...
Mitch Maddox

New resource for area veterans

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In the past year I have submitted anywhere from 150 to 200 claims, and as of today, I am 100 percent on my claims; every single claim I have sent in has gotten an...
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Divine Mercy Retreat July 8-10 at The Shrine

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HANCEVILLE – Everyone is invited to The Divine Mercy Retreat - The Closeness of God given by Father John Paul Mary Zeller, MFVA. The retreat will take place the weekend of July 8-10 at The Shrine of...
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Local realtor gives back through Homes for Heroes program

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CULLMAN - Local real estate agent Richard Neese became a part of the Homes for Heroes program two months ago. The St. Bernard graduate and former officer with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is...
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Addiction: Alcoholism and consequences of being the life of the party, part 6

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CULLMAN - Stevie is a successful career woman with a bright teen son. Since her divorce from her son’s father 10 years ago brought her back home to Cullman, Stevie has lived a comfortable...
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Community profile: James Hutchens

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Photo shows James Hutchens (left) assisting a customer on the first day of business at Giant Foods. CULLMAN - When James Hutchens climbed in the back of a truck with his fellow workers in the...
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Cullman’s Bradley Williams to cast vote at Republican National Convention

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CULLMAN - Bradley Williams is a member of local law enforcement, and he’s also a delegate for presidential hopeful Donald J. Trump in the upcoming Republican National Convention in Cleveland.           As an elected Trump delegate,...
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Rogers’ pitching plus timely hits keep Vinemont in Dizzy Dean state tournament

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VINEMONT - Clay Rogers was given the assignment to keep the Vinemont 14-under baseball team in contention Saturday afternoon in the Dizzy Dean state tournament at Mike Cupp Field. After they were sent to the...
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WSCC news roundup: join alumni association; program changes its name

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Join WSCC Alumni Association today to fund scholarships, enjoy benefits HANCEVILLE - The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association will kick off its annual membership drive in August, but alumni and friends of the college...
Will Hogue

Pentastar South Car Club presents Secret Meals for Hungry Children donation

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CULLMAN - Earlier this week, the Cullman branch of Alabama Credit Union received a donation of $1,850 from the Pentastar South Car Club’s annual car show. The funds will go toward the credit union’s...
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Benefit car wash held today at McGriff Tire for Anna Hughes

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CULLMAN – Since the tragic wreck one week ago today, the lives of two families have forever been changed. Sadly, Vinemont’s Whitney Cotton was laid to rest this week in her hometown of Winfield....
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ALDOT: New effort to ease traffic congestion announced on Fourth of July holiday weekend

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MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Transportation Thursday announced a data-sharing partnership with Waze (http://www.waze.com), the free, real-time crowdsourced navigation app powered by the world’s largest community of drivers. Designed as a free, two-way...
Keith McCoy

Lifetime Guarantee: 2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary redefines rescue

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2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary owner Sandra Shaffer talks to Noah, a donkey she saved from drowning nearly 12 years ago. BLOUNT COUNTY – Barks break the morning quiet at 2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary as owner...
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Wallace State’s Jamie Robertson named 2016 Alabama Adult Education Staff Person of the Year

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Jamie Robertson, right, with 2016 ALAPCAE President Robert Johnson. HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s Jamie Robertson, the Adult Education Program’s administrative assistant, recently received the most outstanding Staff Person of the Year at the 2016 Alabama...
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Area fireworks festivities

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CULLMAN - Looking for somewhere to see some fireworks this holiday weekend? You'll have six big chances around town. See the details below!   Smith Lake Park Fireworks and Music Festival When: Saturday, July 2 starting at...
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Emmett Leroy Davis Found GUILTY of the murder of Helen “June” Collier Mayo

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CULLMAN – After the jury deliberated for just 1 hour and 47 minutes, Emmett Leroy Davis was this afternoon found guilty of the murder of Helen "June" Collier Mayo. The jury found Davis, 57,...
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Vinemont man arrested for distribution of meth

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CULLMAN – On June 29 Cullman City Police Department Narcotics Investigators Chris Thomason, Justin Craft and Adam Clark arrested Mark Anthony Stewart, 28, of Vinemont for two counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled...
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Hanceville woman arrested for distribution of meth

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CULLMAN – Cullman City Police Department Narcotics Investigators yesterday arrested Amber Michelle Alfrey, 33, of Hanceville on two counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), one count of unlawful possession of a...
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Execution of search warrant leads to arrest; meth seized

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CULLMAN – Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) arrested Jason Anthony Brandmire, 37, of Holly Pond for unlawful possession of a controlled substance, second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana and unlawful possession of...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Un-Open House and Fundraiser held for The Link Community Place

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Photo: Best friends Sherry Tainter and Tammy Moore praise The Link for helping them transform their lives for the better.     Before the formal event this evening we learned that $15,500 has already been secured in...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Colonel Cullmann hosts his 193rd birthday bash

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We have a great heritage here; we want to keep that and maintain it. My motto is: Make Cullman a great place to live, work, play and worship. We are all in this together.” Mayor...
Wendy Sack

Davis murder trial: closing arguments to begin in the morning

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CULLMAN - The testimony phase of the Emmett Leroy Davis murder trial concluded this afternoon, after almost four full days of witnesses. Closing arguments will begin tomorrow morning. Today was all about the defense, as...
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Two arrested in connection to burglaries and thefts

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CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jody Alan Mead, 31, of Cullman and Shannon Alford McDonald, 35, of Cullman in connection to several burglaries and thefts that have occurred the past few...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

Community aids in healing efforts after tragic wreck involving Vinemont students

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CULLMAN - In times of peril, one’s true character is evident. Following Whitney Cotton’s untimely death in a traffic incident on Saturday night, the Cullman community showed its true colors when local churches, restaurants...
Noah Galilee

Dr. Bouldin retires following 28 years of service

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  CULLMAN -–On Thursday at 2 p.m. at the central office of the Cullman City School System, Dr. Elton Bouldin read a prepared statement thanking the board, the teachers he has worked with over his 28 years in...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Hanceville children enjoy a special treat as the library wraps up its summer reading...

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I liked the helicopter because my dad is a paramedic.” 8-year-old Cailyn from Georgia   HANCEVILLE – The Hanceville Library’s Summer Reading Program came to an end on Tuesday, and the group celebrated the last day with...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Citizens pack City Hall for CCSO firearms safety class

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You never, ever shoot to wound. When it comes down to a deadly force situation there is only one thing to do; you shoot to kill that person.” Sheriff Matt Gentry   CULLMAN – Cullman County Sheriff...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Hundreds show up for Moe’s VIP Night for Childhaven

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We have eaten at the Moe’s in Decatur several times so when I found out we were getting one in Cullman, I was like ‘Yessss!’” Jeffrey Brown   CULLMAN – Moe’s Southwest Grill partnered with Childhaven for...
Wendy Sack

Davis murder trial: two charges dismissed as prosecution rests

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CULLMAN - The prosecution rested its case late today against accused murderer Emmett Leroy Davis, 57, of Arab. Immediately afterward, the defense made a motion for an acquittal, which was promptly denied. Judge Martha...
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ALDOT highway reminders for Fourth of July holiday travel

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MONTGOMERY - Drivers taking to Alabama roads during the Fourth of July holiday should plan for increased traffic and allow extra time to reach their destinations. As an added precaution during the heavily traveled...
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Cullman County Commission negotiating relocation of Cullman County Rescue Squad

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CULLMAN - At the regularly scheduled Cullman County Commission meeting on June 28, 2016, commissioners considered a request from County Attorney Chad Floyd to move forward with negotiations between the commission and the Cullman...
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Students take second opportunity to apply for WSCC health programs

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HANCEVILLE - Though they did not get into their first-choice programs in Wallace State Community College’s Health Division, more than 40 students took advantage of the Second Opportunity event hosted this week to find...

Danville man killed Wednesday morning after 18-wheeler hits tractor

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BATTLEGROUND - A Danville man was killed early this morning when the tractor he was driving on Alabama Highway 157 was hit from behind by an 18-wheeler. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick pronounced James Mcabee,...
Wendy Sack

Davis murder trial: prosecution still going strong at the end of day 2

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Photo shows Cullman City Police Lt. Jody Martin being cross-examined by the defense.   CULLMAN - Day two of the trial of the man accused of murdering Helen June Mayo, 87, stretched past 5 p.m. today,...
Will Hogue

Disappointing turnout at Voter ID and Registration Drive at City Hall

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CULLMAN - Todd Ossanna with the Alabama State Secretary’s Office held a Voter ID and Registration Drive at Cullman City Hall today.           “What we’ve done already is go to every county in the state, this...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

radKIDS underway at civic center

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CULLMAN - The radKIDS Summer Safety Camp is underway at the Cullman Civic Center where roughly 40 children are learning about protecting their personal space, gun safety, dog attacks, how to escape a house...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

Commission gives Cullman Rescue Squad extension to July 11; several other business items approved

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Photo shows County Administrator Gary Teichmiller and Commissioner Garry Marchman.   CULLMAN - The Cullman County Commission met on Tuesday morning at the Cullman County Courthouse where they decided on 13 new business items from their...
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URCD board: CSX passenger rail service reports not true

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CULLMAN - The Urban Renewal and Community Development Board met on Monday evening at Cullman City Hall, where it squashed rumors of a CSX passenger rail service traveling through Cullman. Cullman Economic Development Agency’s Vice...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

Good Hope City Council notes: June 27

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GOOD HOPE - The Good Hope City Council met Monday night, with the biggest items on the agenda pertaining to the City’s Zoning Board of Adjustments. The first was a memorandum from the board concerning...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

Cullman City Council revokes Vintage Beverages’ liquor license; city fire department praised

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Photo shows City Attorney Roy Williams. CULLMAN - The Cullman City Council met for its regular meeting on Monday evening at City Hall where they, acting as an administrative court, held a public hearing and...
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Dr. Jenny Folsom on what drives her to serve: “Hopefully I have been able...

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CULLMAN - After a successful career as an educator, Cullman City Council President Pro Tem Dr. Jenny Folsom is a trailblazer in her hometown. Folsom has an enduring history of being an integral cog...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

Hanceville FD aims to make homes easier to find in emergencies

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HANCEVILLE - As reported from the June 23 Hanceville City Council meeting, Hanceville Fire Chief Rodger Green’s department had difficulty locating a home whose address was located in an area of Hanceville notorious for...
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WPHS and WPMS have solid showings in 2016 NASP World Tournament

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MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. - It was a busy weekend for the West Point Warriors as they took part in the 2016 National Archery in the Schools Program World Championships in Myrtle Beach. Both West...
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Cullman boy receives diabetic alert dog after almost year long wait

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CULLMAN COUNTY, AL (WAFF) - Last July Lucas Hembree began raising money for a diabetic alert dog and this past weekend his dreams finally became a reality. On April 21, 2015, Lucas was diagnosed with Type...
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Report of suspicious activity leads to drug trafficking arrests

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CULLMAN – Two Florida residents were arrested yesterday in Cullman after police responded to a call about suspicious activity. Cullman City Police Officer Zachary Latham received a call on Sunday about a vehicle parked at...
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“June. Help.”

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Photo shows Mayo's home on Dec. 5, 2012. CULLMAN - "June. Help." Those are the words Helen June Mayo was able to say over the phone when she called for help on the morning of...
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North Alabama Crusaders win USSSA 16-under state title

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GOOD HOPE - Six state championships were earned during the weekend in the United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) Class C Softball State Tournament. One piece of championship hardware will remain in Cullman. In the...
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Vinemont community grieving after area teenager is killed, another in serious condition

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CULLMAN – The Vinemont community is grieving today after one area teenager was killed and another seriously injured in a late-night traffic incident. The single-car incident happened last night, Saturday, June 25, on County Road...
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East Elementary in 1st place at NASP world tournament

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MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. - The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) World Tournament and 3D Challenge are happening this weekend in Myrtle Beach, and at the end of the day Saturday, East Elementary’s...
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Files from Yesteryear: 1933, 1955 and 1992

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From the Files of 1933 The Hi-Y Club of Cullman High School was organized in 1929. This club is a Christian organization promoting clean speech, clean thoughts and clean athletics. Only boys of high character...
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Expert summer snake safety tipsss

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Photo shows a Timber Rattlesnake.   CULLMAN - As the summer comes into full-swing and everyone spends more of their days outdoors, the potential for encounters with snakes grows.           North Alabama Private Lands Technical Assistance Biologist and...
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Addiction: Food, part 5

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CULLMAN - “During elementary school I always played sports, but remained the fat kid. During middle school I continued to play sports and have semi-monitored meal plans, and continued to gain weight. As high...
Will Hogue

Temple Baptist Church hosts free field day at Old Nesmith Park

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CULLMAN - On Saturday, the student ministry at West Point’s burgeoning Temple Baptist Church held a field day, which was the culmination of a week of outreach within Cullman County, according to Youth Pastor...
Shirley Burden

Hanceville’s Nail talks reelection

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HANCEVILLE - The lobby of Hanceville’s City Hall sees much action on a typical Friday morning with residents coming and going to pay fees to the City and shoot the breeze with various City...
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Local woman arrested for trafficking

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CULLMAN - Cullman City Police Department Narcotics Investigators, with assistance from the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), yesterday arrested Cristie Ann Dunn, 47, of Cullman for trafficking in methamphetamine, first-degree unlawful possession of a...

Moe’s Southwest Grill partners with Childhaven for VIP Night ahead of grand opening

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CULLMAN - Moe’s Southwest Grill has partnered with Childhaven for a VIP Night next Wednesday, June 29, from 5-7 p.m. ahead of the restaurant chain’s first Cullman location’s official opening on Thursday, June 30...
Sharon Schuler Kreps

American Legion Post 4’s new building nearing completion

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Technically we can use the building now, but we’ve got to get lights. I’d say it will be at least another month before we are ready to move in.”  Don Reid   CULLMAN – Good news! Cullman...
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Slip sliding away

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It’s easy! All you have to do is flop on your belly and fly!” 6-year-old Ansley   CULLMAN – A giant slip-n-slide on a brutally hot day? Yes, please! On Friday, children from all over Cullman met...

Heat wave safety tips

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CULLMAN - With temperatures soaring into the mid- to high-90s, the heat index hitting 110 and humidity almost unbearable, it is extremely important to take precautions and stay safe. Not only you, but your...
Will Hogue

Goat Island Brewing holds grand opening

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CULLMAN – On Friday night, Cullman’s hometown craft beer company, Goat Island Brewing, held its grand opening and ribbon cutting.           With Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson , members of the Cullman City Council, Sen. Paul...
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Camp Wallace a success as students learn and have fun

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Photo: Brylee Gregory poses for a photo using a photo frame she and other students created during the Party Like a Princess class during Camp Wallace on June 21 at Wallace State Community College.   HANCEVILLE...
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Nursing program welcomes new students at orientation; launches new concept-based curriculum

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HANCEVILLE - Around 150 students were welcomed to Wallace State Community College this week during their first orientation session in the WSCC Nursing program. The students will start classes in the fall in the...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

Hanceville City Council moving forward with block grant process; paving of Hopewell Road and...

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Shown is Joey Hester from NARCOG presenting info about the ADECA block grant during the public hearing Thursday night at Hanceville City Hall.   HANCEVILLE - The Hanceville City Council met on Thursday evening following a...
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Summer play-day series ends for Lady Aggies ad Lady Raiders at Danville

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DANVILLE - Both the Fairview Lady Aggies and Good Hope Lady Raiders took Thursday's Danville basketball play-day as a learning lesson. The two ball clubs were operating without key personnel which prompted others to step...
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Plenty of new business covered at Cullman City School Board meeting

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CULLMAN -  In addition to what was arguably the biggest news of this morning’s Cullman City School Board meeting- the transfer of Cullman High School Principal Dr. Elton Bouldin to the new Virtual School-...

Execution of multiple search warrants leads to 6 arrests; meth and money seized

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CULLMAN - Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and officers with the Cullman City Narcotics Unit arrested six individuals for unlawful manufacturing of a...
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Wallace State students earn places on President’s and Dean’s Lists

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HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College in Hanceville congratulates the 749 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2016 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s...
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Bouldin leaving CHS, will head up district’s new Virtual School

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CULLMAN - Dr. Elton Bouldin will leave his position as principal of Cullman High School and will instead serve as the principal of Cullman City Schools' new Virtual School, which will launch this fall. The...
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Colonel Cullmann invites you to his 193rd birthday celebration!

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CULLMAN – It’s not every day you get to celebrate someone’s 193rd birthday, but on Thursday, June 30, you can do just that, with the founder of our town, Colonel Johann Cullmann. The party...
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Community Events: Thursday, June 23

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  Utility Assistance Meeting- Baileyton On Thursday, June 23 at 9:30 a.m., Community Action Partnership of North Alabama will be at Baileyton Town Hall to speak with seniors ages 60 and over who need help with...

Cullman Lady Bearcats getting plenty of work with new coach

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HANCEVILLE - Getting to know the personnel is what new Cullman girls’ basketball coach Josh Hembree is doing with his team during the month of June. His ball club is also learning all about his...
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Addington Chapel UMC clothes closet available to those in need

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BREMEN - Most churches have outreach programs that specialize in helping members of their local communities in times of need. Addington Chapel United Methodist Church in Bremen is no exception. The church makes free clothing...
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Former Cullman Co. volunteer coach pleads guilty to raping student

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CULLMAN COUNTY, AL (WBRC) - A former volunteer coach at a Cullman County school has pleaded guilty to raping a student. Spencer Jackson Byrd, 22, was arrested on Feb. 18, 2015. Byrd, a volunteer basketball coach...
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Jammin’ in the gym with Cullman seniors

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I came out tonight to listen to the Patsy Cline music as well as all the other country music they are performing.” Pat Shoup   CULLMAN - Cullman seniors danced the night away last night at the...
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Dallas police: Troubled QB Manziel reports hit-and-run crash

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DALLAS (AP) - Police in Dallas say troubled quarterback Johnny Manziel reported a hit-and-run accident earlier this week. The publicist for the former Texas A&M star says he wasn’t seriously injured. Senior Cpl. DeMarquis Black...
Will Hogue

Garden City Town Council meeting notes- June 20

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GARDEN CITY – The Garden City Town Council met on Monday evening to discuss matters that were queued for review. At the meeting were all councilmembers and the Garden City Mayor Tim Eskew. The council...
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Coaching changes on the hardwood for 2016-17 season

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CULLMAN - A husband-wife team will be a feature in Cullman County high school basketball for the 2016-17 season. But they will be coaching at different programs. Paige Parker-Adams and her husband, Drew Adams, will...
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Meeting offers second chance – or first – to enter WSCC health programs

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HANCEVILLE - Individuals who didn’t get into their first-choice health program at Wallace State or those who are interested in learning about programs with open admission for Fall 2016 have the opportunity to meet...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

New Hanceville bakery: Paradise Cove

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HANCEVILLE - The owner of Paradise Cove, the newest bakery in the county, comes from a sturdy, Blount County lineage that believed in elbows-deep in flour, apron-wearing, baking-from-scratch Southern cooking. Jenni Teichmiller has been in...
Amy Hasenbein Leonard

CCPL happenings

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CULLMAN - Set to wrap up next Thursday, this year’s Summer Library Program has been a success thus far with little ones packing the house at the county’s flagship library location on Clark Street...
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Lonesome grave in Holly Pond: who is buried there?

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HOLLY POND – Have you ever walked through an old cemetery and wondered who was buried there? What did they look like? Were they married? Did they have children? Ever wonder what kind of...
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Community Events: Tuesday, June 21

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  Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group Meeting Find meaningful advice and support from a community of fellow Alzheimer’s Caregivers. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 21 at 5:30 p.m. at Westminster Assisted Living, located...