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Commission Proclaims January 2016 Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Cullman

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The average age of a (human trafficking victim) is 13-years-old; so you have young people who make connections online who are lured away with promises. Those promises soon turn to exploitation.” Judge Kim Chaney, Human...
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UPDATED: ALDOT to Open New I-65/County Road 222 Interchange Jan. 22

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UPDATE (Jan. 20): Due to the potential threat of rain, the location for the Exit 305 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony has been moved indoors to Topre America Corporation (1580 County Road 222). GOOD HOPE - The...
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Wallace State Human Services student invited to speak at conference in New Zealand

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HANCEVILLE - A Wallace State student has been invited to share her story of recovery during the Indigenous People Must Survive conference Feb. 18 - March 5 in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The conference is...
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Obituary: Jeffery Lee Moehring

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Memorial services for Jeffery Lee Moehring, 60, of Cullman are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date. Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mr. Moehring passed away Tuesday,...
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Obituary: Freeman Bennett

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Funeral services for Freeman Bennett, 75, of Holly Pond, will be at 2 p.m., Friday, January 15, 2015 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Union Hill Cemetery. Cullman Funeral Home is in charge...
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Wallace State Community College Athletics to Reintroduce Co-ed Tennis Teams in August 2016

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HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College is reintroducing its men’s and women’s tennis programs beginning with the 2016 fall season, Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics has announced. Before the tennis programs were discontinued in...
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Republican Commission Candidates Speak

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I really think the citizens need to go out and hear who they are voting for before they vote. You can’t just go with a name, you need to hear them and hear what...
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Barham’s career night propels Wallace State men in conference opener; Lady Lions fall to...

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HANCEVILLE – Wallace State men’s sophomore guard Marcus Barham registered a career-high 30 points and the Lions rolled to a 79-62 triumph over Gadsden State in their conference opener Tuesday night. Barham entered the game...
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Veterans Helping Veterans- The Birth of a Nonprofit

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Things have changed since 9/11. Our government has failed our veterans in so many ways. They like to say that things have fallen through the crack, but this is healthcare; it should not have...
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Wallace State Ranked Among Nation’s Fastest Growing Colleges

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HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College has earned a place among Community College Week’s ranking of the nation’s fastest growing community colleges with enrollments of 5,000 or more, the only community college in Alabama...
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Obituary: George Melvin Schaefers, Sr.

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Funeral services for George Melvin Schaefers, Sr., age 74 of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Patrick Eagan, OSB and Father John...
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Mayor Proclaims Jan. 11 Human Trafficking Awareness Day

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CULLMAN - On Monday, Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson proclaimed Jan. 11, 2016 Human Trafficking Awareness Day in the City of Cullman. Human trafficking is often called modern-day slavery and involves the use of coercion,...
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Patrick Riley- Just a Janitor?

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My mother always says, ‘You got to get out there and work. Be independent and take care of yourself.’ And I do.” Patrick Riley, CHS janitor CULLMAN - Patrick Riley is someone special. The janitor at...
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Letter from Private Glenn R. Reid from Boot Camp

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Reporter Sharon Schuler Kreps shares a private family letter.   GOOD HOPE - The following letter was written by my grandfather, Glenn Ray Reid, on July 2, 1941. He had just joined the Army and left...
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Obituary: Lucy “Dean” Ashley

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Lucy "Dena" passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2016. She was born on March 10, 1923 to Dewey and Hassie Speakman. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Rev. William "Wally"...
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Obituary: James Elliott Scott

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Funeral services for Mr. James Elliott Scott, age 74, of Holly Pond will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at the chapel at Holly Pond cemetery, Moss-Service Funeral Home directing. Burial will be at Holly Pond...

Farmers Still Grounded with FAA Registration Rule

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MONTGOMERY – Farmers interested in using unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) will have to wait a little longer despite the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) recent announcement of web-based aircraft registration for drone technology. The Alabama Farmers...
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Obituary: Marlon Tony Walker

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Memorial service for Marlon Tony Walker, 49 of Hanceville, will be 6 p.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2016, at Crosshaven Church, 9131 US Highway 31 South in Hanceville. Pastor Jason Murphree will be officiating. Cullman Heritage...
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Obituary: Marlon Tony Walker

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Memorial service for Marlon Tony Walker, 49 of Hanceville, will be 6 p.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2016, at Crosshaven Church, 9131 US Highway 31 South in Hanceville. Pastor Jason Murphree will be officiating. Cullman Heritage...
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Obituary: Sister Margaret Mary Fisher OSB

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Sister Margaret Mary Fisher, a Benedictine Sister of Sacred Heart Monastery in Cullman, died early on the morning of January 8, 2016, at the age of 92. Sister Tonette Sperando, O.S.B., Prioress, led the...
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Focus on: Cullman County Animal Shelter

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We take in hundreds of unwanted animals each month, and we strive to find them homes.” Candie Horsley, Cullman County Animal Shelter CULLMAN – The Cullman County Animal Shelter takes in many animals each month. They...
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Good Scoring in the Fourth Keys Fairview Lady Aggies

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WEST POINT – Fairview’s Lady Aggies finally got control of the game in the fourth quarter with West Point Friday night, scoring 15 consecutive points to turn a tight contest into a 47-29 victory...
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Obituary: Juanita Faye Geiser

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Funeral services for Juanita Faye Geiser, age 87 of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 11, 2016 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Vernon Alvis officiating. Interment will be in...
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Obituary: Joshua Todd Goodwin

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Graveside service for Joshua Todd Goodwin, 44, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m., Monday, January 11, 2016 at Garden City Cemetery, Rev. Charles York officiating. Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mr....
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Christmas Day Flooding Causes Estimated $2.5 Million in Damages at WWTP

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The ultraviolet light disinfection, two clarifier basins, along with the screen and grit removal basin were flooded. The estimated damage at this time is $2.5 million.”  Jeff Adams, WWTP superintendent CULLMAN – The Christmas Day flood...

Area Children Preparing for Their Chance on Stage

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This program gives children the ability to perform on stage for the first time and get experience in the arts at a young age to help them see if this is something they would...

Freshman duo lifts Wallace State men’s basketball past Cleveland State

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HANCEVILLE – Four Wallace State men finished with double figures, including freshmen Jaylen McCoy and Nubian Spann, and the Lions wrapped up non-conference action Thursday with a 70-51 victory over Cleveland State Community College...
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Winning Streak Extends to 10 for St. Bernard Saints

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ATHENS - Returning to a comfortable setting in the Fazi-Richard Athletic Center Thursday evening, the St. Bernard Saints kept their record on the home floor undefeated by turning back Athens Bible School 55-41. This was...
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Obituary: Rufus Clinton Kelley

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Arrangements under the direction of Mr. Rufus Clinton Kelley of Pasadena, Texas passed away on January 2, 2016 in Texas at the age of 88. He was born in Florence, Alabama on December 21,...

Obituary: Harvey Eugene Gilliland

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Funeral services for Harvey Eugene Gilliland, age 91 of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Wayne Wisner officiating. Interment will be in Mt....
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U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt Issues Statement on Plans to Repeal Obamacare and Defund Planned...

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Washington, D.C. -  U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Ala. on Wednesday released a statement concerning his vote to repeal Obamacare and to target funding for Planned Parenthood. “This is the first time since Obamacare was forced...
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Garret Taylor of Christians Living Proof Ministries

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The most rewarding moments in my ministry is (sic) when I see people who have lost everything to addiction receiving salvation through reconciliation. Jesus restores everything, like it never happened.” – Garret Taylor, pastor CULLMAN -...
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Relay For Life of Cullman County Plans Kickoff for Jan. 21

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CULLMAN - The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Cullman County will kick off the 2016 fundraising season on Thursday, Jan. 21, in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church of Cullman. The...
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Cullman County Will Continue to Issue Marriage Licenses to Same-Sex Couples, Despite Chief Justice...

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The Cullman County Probate Office will issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples in the same manner and pursuant to the same requirements as applied to traditional couples.” Honorable Tammy Brown CULLMAN – Alabama Chief Justice Roy...
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East Elementary Named 2015 CLAS Banner School

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Fourth-grade teacher Kristin Nunn said it best - character is the most important thing that we teach.” Principal David Wiggins CULLMAN – East Elementary School (EES) on Monday was named a 2015 CLAS Banner School by the Council for...
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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month

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We all know that Internet safety is an issue for young people. Sexting is an issue and it all starts with that. They get them on the hook and then into exploitation.” Judge Kim Chaney CULLMAN...

Obituary: Larry Joe Willingham

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Funeral arrangements for Larry Joe Willingham, 69, are incomplete at this time. Moss-Service is handling arrangements.
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Obituary: Velvie Talley Farley

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Funeral services for Velvie Talley Farley, age 94 of Baileyton, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at Lystra Baptist Church with Albert Dean Estes officiating; interment in the adjoining cemetery. Cullman...
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Obituary: Timothy Neal Caldwell

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Funeral services for Timothy Neal Caldwell, age 52 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2016 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Steve Bryan officiating. Interment will be...

WSCC Students Earn Prize Money as Winners of Haiku Poetry Contest

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HANCEVILLE — A few Wallace State students celebrated Christmas as winners in the haiku poetry contest sponsored by the WSCC English Department, the Sigma Kappa Delta English honor society and The Lion’s Den Writing...
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U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby Visits Cullman, Gives Washington Update

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Because of your help I have been placed in a position of power which I want to use for the good of the nation, you are certainly a part of that.” Sen. Richard Shelby CULLMAN –...

Obituary: Delton Sonny Gilland

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Funeral services for Delton Sonny Gilland, 72, will be held Thursday, January 07, 2016 beginning at 1 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home.    Moss-Service Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January...
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Obituary: Millard Ray “Buddy” Clark

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Funeral services for Mr. Millard Ray "Buddy" Clark, age 69 of Falkville will be at 10 am., Friday, January 8, 2016 from Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Anthony Clark officiating with burial at Bell...
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Obituary: Mrs. Opal Skelton

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Funeral Services for Opal Skelton, age 93 formerly of Holly Pond, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at New Hope # 2. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. She...
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Cold Springs Avoids Potential Upset by Falkville

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FALKVILLE – Triston Chambers of the Cold Springs Eagles didn’t force himself to get involved in the game offensively Tuesday night with the Falkville Blue Devils. He just eased into it. The school’s and Cullman...

Wallace State women’s basketball tunes up for ACCC play with convincing win over Columbia...

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HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s women’s basketball team posted its most dominant effort of the season on Tuesday, rolling past Columbia State 71-45 at Tom Drake Coliseum. The Lady Lions marched out to a 20-2 cushion...
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Cats Claw Red Raiders, Lady Cats Fall

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DECATUR – The Cullman Bearcats jumped out to an early six-point lead thanks to accurate outside shooting Tuesday night when they traveled to Decatur to take on the Decatur Red Raiders. The 6-0 run...

Obituary: James William Schaefers

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Mr. James William Schaefers passed away January 4, 2015 at his residence. He was 82 years old. Funeral Mass for Mr. Schaefers will be Thursday at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church with...
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Obituary: Eleanor Marie Woodard

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A graveside service for Eleanor Marie Woodard, 91, will be held Thursday, January 07, 2016 beginning at 2 p.m. at Cullman City Cemetery, located at 912 9th Street, Cullman, AL 35055. Moss-Service Funeral Home handling...

Sign-Ups Underway for CP&R’s Spring 2016 Programs

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CULLMAN – The Cullman City Parks and Recreation Department (CP&R) has an activity to meet almost every Cullmanite’s need. Buckle up for a year packed with programs and events for all ages. Whether you...
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Chris Pettit, Development Pastor at Life Church

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When you come to our church, you won’t feel judged. We are all in the same boat. What you will find is hope for a better life in Christ.” Chris Pettit HANCEVILLE – Life Church in...
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U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt Issues Statement on President Obama’s Proposed Gun Regulations

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Ala., on Sunday released the following statement after learning from news reports that President Obama plans to use an Executive Order this week to implement new gun...

Broncos, Lady Broncos Roll

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HOLLY POND – Monday night was supposed to be a matchup between the Holly Pond Broncos and the West Point Warriors but it more closely resembled a three-point clinic. Both teams combined for nine...
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Vinemont High School’s InSPIRESS Teams win UAH STEM Competition

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VINEMONT – Two teams of Vinemont High School students took part in the InSPIRESS project in Huntsville in December. Both teams, Team M.A.R.E. and Team A.T.T.A.C.K., were named Overall Winners in their divisions on...
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Obituary: Johnnie Faye Tanguy

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Funeral services for Johnnie Faye Tanguy, 72, will be held Wednesday, January 06, 2016 beginning at 6 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home.    Moss-Service Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January...
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Obituary: Harold William Beavon

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Mr. Harold William Beavon, 93, passed away on January 2, 2016 at his daughter's home in Cullman. Memorial services will be held later in Montana. Mr. Beavon was born November 1, 1922 in Kenya, Africa...
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Obituary: Lesley Amos Griffin

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Funeral Services for Lesley Amos Griffin, age 82 of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Panama Baptist Cemetery, with...
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Obituary: Dudley Howard Loggins

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Funeral services for Dudley Howard Loggins, 78, of Hanceville will be held on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; Denny Armstrong officiating; with interment in Bethlehem Cemetery in...
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Obituary: Charles Rex Burns

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Funeral service for Charles Rex Burns, 77, of Hanceville, will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at Duck River Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. Wayne Brown officiating. The...
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Obituary: Peggy Joyce Hendrix

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Funeral service for Peggy Joyce Hendrix, 65, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Pastors Frank McKenzie and Sid...
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Obituary: Patricia Moudinia Veal

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Funeral Services for Patricia Moudinia McGriff Veal, age 58, of Vinemont, will be Monday, January 4 at 11 a.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel; Danny Buchanan officiating, with interment in Etha Cemetery. She was...
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Obituary: Donald Jeffery Bullard

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Funeral services for Donald Jeffery Bullard, 83, will be held Sunday, January 03, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home.   Moss-Service Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be held Saturday, January 02,...
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Obituary: Evon Johnson

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Funeral Services for Evon Johnson, age 80, of Breman, will be Monday, January 4, 2016, at 2 pm, at Kinney Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He will lie in state at the church from 1...
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Obituary: Gary Lee Tankersley

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Funeral services for Gary L. Tankersley, known as ‘Tank’, age 57, will be Tuesday, January 5 at 11 a.m., at Ebenezer Baptist Church; Clay Tankersley and Michael Jones officiating, with Interment in Ebenezer Cemetery. Cullman...
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Obituary: Gary Lee Tankersley

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Funeral services for Gary L. Tankersley, known as ‘Tank’, age 57, will be Tuesday, January 5 at 11 a.m., at Ebenezer Baptist Church; Clay Tankersley and Michael Jones officiating, with Interment in Ebenezer Cemetery. Cullman...
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Obituary: Josielene Rider Adams

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Graveside services for Josielene Rider Adams, 79, of Hanceville will be held on Sunday, January 3, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Hopewell Cemetery. Mrs. Adams passed away on Friday, January 1, 2016 at her residence. Hanceville...
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UPDATE: Assessment of Cullman’s Flood Damage

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CULLMAN – Cullman and its surrounding areas are still recovering following the floods of Christmas week. According to John Lang, head engineer at the Cullman County Road Department, there were 75 roads and/or bridges...
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2016 State of the Community Scheduled for Jan. 14

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On Jan. 14 we will have our State of the Community, in which we will have our mayors as well as the Cullman County Commission talking about the future of Cullman County and what...
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Obituary: Blanche Miner Tanner

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Funeral services for Blanche Tanner, age 84 of Eva, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at Bethel United Methodist Church at Eva, with Kenneth Weldon and Nicky James officiating. Interment...
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Malcolm Carter II, Pastor of Temple Baptist Church

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In America, the Christian Church is losing ground; we need to be working together to win souls in these last days.” Malcolm Carter CULLMAN – There is never a dull moment at Temple Baptist Church. Their...

Cullman, Fairview Girls Close Out Yule Tide Classic with Wins

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HANCEVILLE – Even though the Cullman Bearcats and Fairview Lady Aggies didn’t claim a championship trophy in the 4th annual Mitch Smith Yule Tide Basketball Classic Wednesday, both teams ended the 2015 portion of...
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Obituary: Kathryn Walker Maddox

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Funeral services for Kathryn Walker Maddox, 73 of Cullman, will be Sunday, January 3, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Corinth West Methodist Church with interment in adjoining cemetery, Bro. Wayne Jetton and Bro. Glenn...
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Obituary: Velma Mae Story

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Funeral services for Velma Mae Story, 76, will be held Saturday, January 02, 2016 11 a.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home. Moss-Service Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be held Friday, January 01, 2016 from...
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Four Arrests Made in Joppa Post Office Burglary

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JOPPA – On Monday, Dec. 28, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Andrew Cleveland Rogers, 28, of Arab, Tessa Jean McCay, 24, of Vinemont and Brett Michael Baker, 34, of Albertville for burglary...
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Join Sen. Richard Shelby for Breakfast and a Washington Update

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CULLMAN – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce will host a breakfast with special guest U. S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Ala. on Tuesday, Jan. 5 at 7:45 a.m. at the All Steak Restaurant, where the senator...

West Point Christmas Tournament: Day Three

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WEST POINT – The annual West Point Christmas Tournament concluded Tuesday with four match-ups. FAIRVIEW 72, RA HUBBARD 74 Both Fairview and RA Hubbard shot well in the first quarter, matching each other shot for shot....
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Obituary: Diana Dean Tanner

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Funeral services for Diana Dean Tanner, 65, will be held Thursday, December 31, 2015 1 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home. Moss-Service Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 31, 2015 12...
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Plenty of Excitement Expected for Final Day of Yule Tide Classic

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HANCEVILLE – Intensity will be at full force Wednesday afternoon when the Holly Pond Broncos and Cullman Bearcats clash during the finale of the 4th annual Mitch Smith Chevrolet Yule Tide Basketball Classic. It’s just...
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Local Military Family Aims to Make Holidays Special for Cullman Law Enforcement

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I would like to let the police, firefighters, paramedics, doctors, nurses and soldiers know that I am so thankful they work every day to keep us safe so that we can enjoy our families...

Cold Springs Falls to Westminster

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ALBERTVILLE – It was a contrast in styles Monday afternoon when Cold Springs laced up their sneakers to take on the number one ranked team in Class 4A, the Westminster Wildcats. The fast paced...

Upsets Among the First Day of the Cullman Yule Tide Classic

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HANCEVILLE — Tournament basketball can present surprises. It did during the first day of the Mitch Smith Yule Tide Classic at Tom Drake Coliseum. No. 2 Holly Pond experienced misfortune when the Broncos lost to...
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Art Faulkner, State EMA Director, Addresses Audience in Cullman- Discusses Storm Damage

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CULLMAN – On Monday at 3 p.m., Art Faulkner, director of the Alabama Emergency Management Agency (AEMA), visited the Cullman County EMA to speak about the state's flooding situation. Faulkner explained how Cullman and the state could...
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Obituary: Joseph Anthony Wood

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Memorial Services for Mr. Joseph Anthony Wood, age 59 of Baileyton, are incomplete, and will be announced at a later date. Joseph was born in Michigan on March 17, 1956, and passed away at his...
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Obituary: Lou Christine Odell Green

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Funeral services for Lou Christine Odell Green, 85, of Hanceville will be held on Saturday, January 2, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Liberty Church of God Cathedral in Warrior; with interment in the Colony...
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Obituary: Fred Alton Clay

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Fred Alton Clay was born August 30, 1933 to the late Vera and H.H. Clay. He went home to the Lord December 27, 2015. He was preceded in death by his wife Lee Clay. Cullman...

Obituary: Wendell Keen Gable

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Mr. Wendell Keen Gable of Cullman Alabama passed away on December 26, 2015 at Veterans Hospital in Birmingham at the age 71. He was born in Cullman on May 3, 1944 to Lonnie Gable...
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Obituary: Karen Keel Knight

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Karen Keel Knight age 55 of Owens Cross Roads, died Sunday, December 27, 2015. Karen was a loving mother, daughter, sister, & friend. She served as a registered nurse for 30 years. She was preceded...
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Obituary: L. D. Cadle

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Funeral services for L. D. Cadle, age 66 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Sam Hollis officiating. Interment will be in...
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Obituary: Van Steven Maner

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Funeral services for Van Steven Maner, age 60 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Jackie Ellenburg officiating; interment in Jones Chapel...

Good Hope Gains a Berth to Hayden Girls Christmas Tournament Semifinal

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HAYDEN – Good Hope’s Lady Raiders have been a regular participant to the Hayden High School Christmas Tournament. They made their presence felt as a championship contender in defeating Cordova 73-49 during the quarterfinal round Saturday afternoon. Good...

West Point Christmas Tournament Day One

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WEST POINT – Heavy rains and flooding of low-lying areas could do little to dampen the spirits of local fans as the flocked to the campus of West Point to witness the Christmas...

Convent Road, Larkwood Drive among two sections of roadways currently closed to traffic

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CULLMAN – The Cullman Police Department, Cullman Fire and Rescue, Cullman Power Board, Cullman Street Department, along with Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson are all asking the public to stay away from affected areas...
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Obituary: James Paul Kashuba

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Graveside memorial service for James Paul Kashuba, 62, will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 30, 2015, at Cullman Heritage Cemetery Mr. Kashuba passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2015, in Hamilton, Alabama. He was born December...
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Obituary: Barlice Estell Posey

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Funeral service for Barlice Estell Posey, 88, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Monday, December 28, 2015 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman City Cemetery, Revs. Stanley Reeves and Perry...
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Obituary: David Ray Crider

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Funeral service for David Ray Crider, 56, of Athens, will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, December 27, 2015 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Jeff Mashburn and Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating with interment in Flint...
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Obituary: Nellie Jewel Greier

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Funeral services for Mrs. Nellie Jewel Greier, age 80 of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Sunday, December 27, 2015 at Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel, with burial at Berlin Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. Mrs. Greier passed...

Scattered Power Outages Have Cullman Electric Cooperative Working Overtime

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CULLMAN – With a constant stream of inclement weather throughout Christmas Day, the Cullman Electric Cooperative has been working all day to restore power. "We have about 900 households without power right now. 1,300 (households)...
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Sheriff Gentry Asking Residents to Stay Home

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We are just asking people to stay in and not travel unless it necessary due to the road conditions." Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry CULLMAN – Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry wants residents to be aware...
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UPDATED 3X: Heavy Rains Continue to Fall, Flash Floods Closing Area Roads

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CULLMAN - With heavy rain expected for most of Christmas Day and into the evening, Cullman residents are being advised to stay put due to flash flooding and road closures. The National Weather Service in...
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Obituary: Judith Ann Quick

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Funeral services for Judith Ann Quick, 78, of Hanceville will be held on Sunday, December 27, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; with interment in Center Hill Cemetery. The family will...