Harmony Mendoza to end 13-year run with WVTM 13

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Mendoza plans to focus on nonprofit work moving forward BIRMINGHAM, Ala.– WVTM 13 on Wednesday announced the departure ofmeteorologist Harmony Mendoza. Mendoza has been covering weather in central Alabamafor 13 years but has decided to focus more on her work with nonprofit organizations inAlabama. Her...

Obituary: David Lloyd Corbin, 49

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Celebration of Life Visitation for David Lloyd Corbin, age 49, of Cullman, will be 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 14, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...

Obituary: John Paul Luke Tomeny

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John Paul Luke Tomeny, 24, passed away on May 6, 2023. Born May 6, 1999 to Dr. Patrick and Nelly Tomeny in Dunedin, FL, John Paul is survived by his parents; 9 siblings; Nathalie...

Obituary: Carles Lemeul Farr

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Carles Lemeul Farr, age 69, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023. Carles is survived by his wife, Shirley Renee Farr; his daughters, Donna Renee Standridge, Amanda Farr, Crystal Farr, Branada Farr,...

Obituary: Sylvia Evelyn Annunziato

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Sylvia Evelyn Annunziato, 73, of Hanceville, passed away on May 9, 2023, at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born July 28, 1948, to Carmine and Joan Pagano Annunziato. No services are...

Obituary: Carolotta Lou Cox-Miller

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Funeral services for Carolotta Lou Cox-Miller of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Friday, May 12, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Damascus Cemetery. Reverend Wayne Wisener will officiate...

Obituary: James Jeremy Morrison

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Graveside Service for James Jeremy Morrison, age 47, of Cullman, was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery with Maxie Haygood officiating. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home was in charge...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 10, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...

PREP SPORTS: ‘Be the best teammate I can be’: Holly Pond’s Alyssia Mitchell talks...

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HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond Sophomore Alyssia Mitchell about her experience playing both volleyball and basketball for the Broncos during the last school year, starting with volleyball. "Last...

‘Eat. Drink. Wander.’

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The National opens CULLMAN, Ala – The National, a stylish and fresh new gastropub in the historic district of Cullman has officially opened its doors. The ambience is polished yet industrial, with plush green velvet...

31 Hanceville High students inducted into National Honor Society

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thirty-one Hanceville High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society in a ceremony held Sunday, May 7, at the Hanceville First Baptist Church. The National Honor Society is one of...

PREP SOFTBALL: Holly Pond’s season ends at East Regional with losses to Pisgah, Woodland

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ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – The Lady Broncos hit the road Tuesday morning to compete in this year’s East Regional Tournament in Albertville but unfortunately for Bronco fans, Holly Pond’s postseason run came to an end...

Obituary: Faye Nell McGriff

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Funeral Service for Faye Nell McGriff, age 91, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at New Hope #2 Baptist Church with Elder Donnie McPherson officiating; interment in New...

Obituary: Robin William Fergusson Franks

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Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Robin William Fergusson Franks, 80, of Blountsville, Alabama. Mr. Franks passed away May 9, 2023 at his residence. He was born Nov. 4, 1942 to John and...

Obituary: Cora Lee Ola Pigg

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Cora Lee Ola Pigg, 96, of Addison, passed away May 8, 2023 at her residence. She was born May 22, 1926, in Addison, Alabama. Cora loved her family. She enjoyed doing yardwork, including taking care...

Obituary: Bobby Joe Waldrip

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Bobby Joe Waldrip, age 89, lifelong resident of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Bobby was born in Bremen, Alabama on April 21, 1934 to Horace and Stella Morgan Waldrip. He was...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 9, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...

‘We will forever be indebted to Hope Horses’

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. hosted its popular Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser, Hats, Horses and Hope, Saturday evening, May 6. The event was held at Camp Meadowbrook, and attendees dressed in their...

PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for semifinal battle at No. 1 Oxford

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats topped Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one, swept Athens in round two and took a thrilling, three-game series over Gardendale to advance past round three. Now, Cullman...

Local man indicted on 53 counts related to child pornography

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CULLMAN, Ala. – A local man arrested earlier this year after allegedly using a cellphone to record images of a child in a restroom is back in jail following a grand jury indictment. Ethan...

Council recognizes EES Archery Team, recaps Strawberry Festival

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night recognized the East Elementary School Archery Team, who took the state title in the Elementary Division at the 2023 National Archery in the Schools...

Good Hope’s Peyton Caudle receives City of Good Hope Endowed Scholarship

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council hosted its first May meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and the main topic was Good Hope High School’s Peyton Caudle. Caudle was recognized...

Obituary: Olean Harper

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Our dear mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Olean Harper, was called home to glory on May 7, 2023, and she will be sorely missed. Olean was well-loved and respected by her large family, many...

Obituary: Lt. Col. Raymond O’Neal Lindsey (Ret)

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Funeral service for Lt. Col. Raymond O'Neal Lindsey (Ret), age 86, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Kenneth Weldon officiating; interment in...

Obituary: Danny Skinner

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Funeral service for Danny Skinner, age 71, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church with Garry Waddell officiating. Visitation will be from 11 a.m....

Obituary: Deborah Kay (Turner) Goodson

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Funeral services for Deborah Kay (Turner) Goodson, 61, of Union Grove, Alabama will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Fairview West Cemetery...

Obituary: Franklin Elidge Glover

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Franklin Elidge Glover, 76, of Vinemont, went home to Jesus on Friday, May 5, 2023 at UAB Hospital. He was born Feb. 21, 1947. Our Daddy, our Pawpaw, our brother and our friend. He truly...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 8, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents May 4• possession of...
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6 local students join Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

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BATON ROUGE, La. - The following local students were recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Cal Allen of...

PREP SPORTS: ‘Good Hope will always have a special place in my heart’: Good...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope senior Bonnie Williams. She shared some of her best memories during her time at Good Hope and she was a part of...

ACES: Alabama 4-H Foundation invests in future through scholarships

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The Alabama 4-H Foundation is helping 35 Alabama 4-H members achieve their dreams of higher education. This year, the foundation will award 33 $1,000 scholarships to graduating 4-H members in...

3rd annual Grilled Cheese Festival coming to Hanceville May 27

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – You'd be hard-pressed to find a more classic, comforting sandwich than a grilled cheese. Whether a simple white bread and American single combo has your heart or you're more into "designer"...

COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Arts in the Garden

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ARTS IN THE GARDEN is a new way to enjoy the natural beauty of Sportsman Lake, the 70-year old,  Cullman County Parks and Recreation, multiuse, fresh air refuge. The Woodlands & Wildflower Garden of...

Taziki’s to open soon; job fair May 11

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Taziki's Mediterranean Café is gearing up for its much-anticipated arrival in the community, with a soft opening slated for May 30, followed by a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on June...

Files from yesteryear: 1937, 1954

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From the files of 1937 October is here -the month of witches, black cats and spooks. Already at Fairview High we are looking forward to the big event of the year, “The Fall Carnival.” There...

Letter to the Editor: In honor of my father

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My beloved father Randy Wilkerson died March 22, 2010, 13 years ago at the age of 61. My father's love was unconditional, and he always wanted the best for me. He encouraged my dreams, my...

STATE TRACK MEET: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles capture 2A State Championships; locals shine...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Another state track meet is in the books and this year the Cold Springs Eagles and Lady Eagles are your Class 2A state champions. The Eagles outpaced Sand Rock by 45...

Obituary: John Costin

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John Costin, age 53, of Double Springs, passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. John was born February 5, 1970 in Florida. This is where he met his...

Obituary: Glenn “Clyde” Eugene Bonner Jr.

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Glenn “Clyde” Eugene Bonner Jr., age 62, of Double Springs, Alabama, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2023, at his residence. Clyde was born on June 4, 1960 in Winston County, Alabama. He loved everyone he...

Obituary: Sherry Lane Morris

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Sherry Lane Morris, 68, of Cullman, passed away May 5, 2023 in Cullman, Alabama. A private graveside ceremony for the immediate family will be held on May 13, 2023. Sherry was born in Cullman to Lelton and...

7th graders conquer drone race

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Schools seventh graders on Friday took part in the second annual Cullman County Drone Race at Wallace State Community College, where they  navigated their drones through various obstacle courses...

Seniors twist, twirl and dip at Strawberry Festival Senior Day

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CULLMAN, Ala. – A little drizzle and unseasonably chilly temps weren't going to stop hundreds of Cullman area seniors from celebrating Senior Day at the Cullman Strawberry Festival Friday morning at the Festhalle. Seniors from...

CCCDD unveils renovations to 1st group home

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Center for the Developmentally Disabled (CCCDD) Executive Director Charese Morris on Thursday afternoon was thrilled to unveil finished renovations six months in the making on the organization’s first ever...

PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats advance to state semifinals with dramatic, 4-2 win over Gardendale

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats punched their ticket to the 6A State Semifinals with a 4-2 win over Gardendale Friday night and they did it in dramatic fashion. With the score knotted at...

Obituary: Hershell Eugene Downs

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Graveside service for Hershell Eugene Downs, 82, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery. Mr. Downs passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Woodland Village...

Obituary: Terry Wayne Thomason

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Terry Wayne Thomason, age 48, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Terry was born in Stuttgart, Germany on Oct. 21, 1974 to Roy and Robbie Allbritten Thomason. Terry is preceded in...

Obituary: Freeda Idella Hawkins Hudson

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Freeda Idella Hawkins Hudson, age 98, of Cullman, AL. died Friday, May 5, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents: John Homer and Erie Cobbs Hawkins; 5 brothers, 4 sisters, and her daughter-in-law,...

Obituary: Norman L. Wright

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Funeral service for Norman L. Wright, age 76, of Baileyton, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 8, 2023. He will lie in state from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Welcome Baptist...

Obituary: Charles “Shorty” Michael Milstead

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Charles "Shorty" Michael Milstead, age 66, of Addison, passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023, peacefully surrounded by family. He was born Aug. 3, 1956, in Texas to Arthur Kenneth Milstead and Annie Oneida...

Obituary: Michael Ray Butler

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Funeral service for Michael Ray Butler, 41, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m., Monday, May 8, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in McKinney’s Chapel Cemetery, Pastor Dewayne Harbison officiating. Visitation...

PREP BASEBALL: ‘If you put the work in, the results will come’: Cold Springs...

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BREMEN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs senior baseball player Brodee Bartlett. Brodee shared some of the baseball and high school memories he’s made during his time at Cold Springs. "Every...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 5, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 5, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...

Pet of the Week: My fellow Americans, check out Mr. Kennedy

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Mr. Kennedy, an approximately 3-year-old male "shollie" (shepherd and collie mix) with a dark thick coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman County Animal Shelter. Mr. Kennedy is truly man's best...

WSCC students bring home 35 medals from State SkillsUSA competitions

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students from Wallace State Community College are bringing home 35 medals from the state SkillsUSA competition held this week in Mobile. There were 21 first-place winners, 10 second-place winners and four...

PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman splits opening games with Gardendale, Game 3 set for Friday

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats were back home at Bill Shelton Field for a quarterfinals battle against Gardendale and after dropping game one to the Rockets 4-2, Cullman bounced back to take game two...

AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats split with Mortimer Jordan, advance to North Regional

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Lady Bearcats were back in action at the 6A, Area 13 Tournament Thursday night and after punching their ticket to the North Regional Tuesday, the ‘Cats split a pair of...

Obituary: Edna Faye Elrod

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Edna Faye Elrod passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, in Pell City, Alabama. She was born June 17, 1932, in Cullman, Alabama to the late Joseph C. Pearson and Emma Lou Harper Pearson....

Obituary: Dorothy “Dot” Louise Nelson

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Dorothy “Dot” Louise Nelson, age 80, of Haleyville, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Lakeland Community Hospital. She was born April 26, 1943 to Everett and Yvetta Strobel in Advance, Missouri. She loved playing...

Obituary: Richard Lawrence ‘Rooster’ Quisenberry

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Memorial service for Richard Lawrence ‘Rooster’ Quisenberry, 52, of Vinemont, will be from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday, May 6, 2023 at Corinth Baptist Church, Bro. Glen Miller officiating. Cullman Funeral Home is honored...

Obituary: Christine Hodge, 90

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Christine Hodge, 90, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. She was born Jan. 27, 1933 to Homer Huffstutler and Elma Wilson Huffstutler. She is survived by her daughters, DeNeal (Larry) Wright and...

Men’s and Women’s Golf preparing for national tournaments

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Hanceville, AL — Wallace State Men’s and Women’s Golf teams are gearing up for appearances at their respective national tournaments in the coming weeks. Coming off conference and regional victories, the women’s team will compete...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 4, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 4, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents May 1• violation of...

‘With great power comes great responsibility’

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Community celebrates David Wiggins' 17-year tenure at East Elementary CULLMAN, Ala. – The community came out to celebrate a beloved educator Monday, May 1, when family, mentors, faculty, staff and countless current and former students...

ALL-COUNTY BASEBALL: Cold Springs’ Bartlett named MVP; Freeman, West, Sutter, Voce earn top honors

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Another baseball season is in the books in Cullman County and that means there are plenty of postseason honors to be awarded. The county’s seven head coaches voted on this year’s...

Hats, Horses and Hope: Hope Horses fundraiser May 6

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CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday, May 6, local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. will host its Hats, Horses and Hope fundraising event. “This Hats, Horses and Hope event is the biggest fundraising event of the year...

Agriplex online spring auction May 4-7

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will hold its spring online auction Thursday-Sunday, May 4-7, raising funds for its new community hub. The auction features several valuable prize packages including passes to area attractions...

AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Cold Springs falls in 2A, Area 12 Tournament

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SUMITON, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Lady Eagles traveled to Sumiton Christian for the Class 2A, Area 12 Wednesday and unfortunately for Eagle fans, Cold Springs was eliminated after dropping a pair of games to Locust...

Obituary: Vo Thi “Bay” Bacate

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Vo Thi “Bay” Bacate, age 88, passed away peacefully April 18, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vo Van Lu and Le Thi Chung and her loving husband of 45 years, Emilo...

Obituary: William “Mark” Bullock

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Graveside service for William "Mark" Bullock will be at Highland Memorial Gardens, in Bessemer, AL on Friday May 5, 2023 at 1 p.m. Mr. Bullock passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Cullman...

Obituary: Kenneth Robert Smith

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Kenneth Robert Smith, 81, of Houston, entered into rest on Monday, May 1, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Kenneth was born on December 15, 1941 in Alton, Illinois, the son of...

Obituary: Stacy Arlin Waldrop

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Stacy Arlin Waldrop, 50, of Double Springs, passed away May 2, 2023 at Princeton Baptist Medical Center. He was born on July 6, 1972 in Moulton, Alabama. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 5, 2023...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 3, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...

Hanceville’s Lowery inducted into Phi Beta Kappa Society at MSU

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MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Lindsey Lowery, majoring in Business Administration and German from Hanceville, is among Mississippi State seniors inducted into the Gamma of Mississippi Chapter of the Phi Beta Kappa Society for 2023. Phi...

PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Give all glory to God’: Holly Pond’s Sawyer Olinger recaps sophomore season

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HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos are coming off another great basketball season that saw them collect over 20 wins and add an area title to their trophy case. Sophomore Sawyer Olinger...

PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for round 3 clash with Gardendale

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CULLMAN, Ala. – After toppling Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one and sweeping past Athens in round two, the Cullman Bearcats are set to return to Bill Shelton Field Thursday night to...

West Point High finishes 8th in Quiz Bowl National Championship

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ROSEMONT, Ill. - On the weekend of Saturday, April 29, West Point High School joined 131 of the top quiz bowl teams from small public high schools at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago for...

ADMH: May is Mental Health Awareness Month

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Each May, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) promotes Mental Health Awareness Month along with other national organizations to raise awareness and acceptance surrounding mental health and to reduce stigma....

1 killed, 2 injured in multi-vehicle crash on I-65

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – One person was killed and two injured in a multi-vehicle crash at approximately 8:15 a.m. Monday, May 1, near the 318 mile marker on Interstate 65 in Cullman County. Alabama State...

AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats advance to Area Championship game with 13-1 win over...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats returned home to host this year’s 6A, Area 13 Tournament Tuesday night and after dropping their first game with Mortimer Jordan, the ‘Cats bounced back to win...

Obituary: Patricia Ann Strickland

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We sadly announce the passing of Mrs. Patricia Ann Strickland on Saturday, April 22, 2023. She touched many lives as an educator and teacher through her many years of service, including White City, Cold...

Obituary: Gary Glynn Garmon

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Funeral service for Gary Glynn Garmon, age 59, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. David Estes officiating; burial at Crossroads Cemetery....

Obituary: April Dawn Cochran

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Funeral service for April Dawn Cochran, 43, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10...

Obituary: Thomas Edwin Holcombe

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Funeral service for Thomas Edwin Holcombe, 82, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Friday, May 5, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Blair Methodist Cemetery, Rev. Stanley Dye officiating. Visitation...

Obituary: Andrew Arvin Baker

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Andrew Arvin Baker, age 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023. Andrew was born in Wilkesboro, NC. on Nov. 21, 1940 to William Taft and Virgie Church Baker. A Celebration of...

Obituary: Lantry Ed Brandon

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Lantry Ed Brandon, age 65, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023. Lantry retired from the Cullman City School System in 2008 after a successful career as a teacher. He is survived by...

Obituary: Jessie “Gail” Sawyer

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Jessie “Gail” Sawyer, age 78, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023, at University of Alabama Birmingham Hospital. Gail was born on April 22, 1945 in Lynn, Alabama. She loved her family, her...

Obituary: Claude Ferrell “Sandy” Sanders

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A graveside funeral service for Claude Ferrell “Sandy” Sanders, of Bremen, Alabama will be 2 p.m. Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Ryan’s Creek Baptist Cemetery. Rev Horace Swann and Rev. Tommy Graves will be...

Obituary: Annette Loy Maddox

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A Celebration of Life Service for Annette Loy Maddox, 50, of Blountsville, will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 6, 2023 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Mark Maddox and Larry Nail will officiate...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 2, 2023

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 2, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...

Cullman libraries celebrate National Library Week

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System last week celebrated National Library Week. This year’s theme was “There’s More to the Story.” According to the Cullman County Public Library System Director Sharon Townson,...

2023 Bloomin’ Festival breaks records

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The 39th Annual Bloomin’ Festival at St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School was a smashing success! The two-day arts and crafts festival, held April 22-23, attracted record numbers of visitors and...

Fun run raises money for WPES sensory room

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WEST POINT, Ala. – The evening was aglow with neon, puzzle piece motifs and plenty of pump-up music Saturday, April 29, at West Point baseball field for the 5K Sensory Fun Run to help...

‘We must continue to ensure that Alabama remains connected’

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Ivey attends Hwy. 157 expansion ceremony CULLMAN, Ala.  – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday cut the ceremonial ribbon on the completion of the Alabama Highway 157 four-lane expansion project. The ceremony took place at Northbrook...

AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Holly Pond splits with Cleveland, West End; Monday scoring recap

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Holly Pond 11 – Cleveland 6 (2A, Area 10) The Lady Broncos jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the bottom of the first and after making it 4-0 in the bottom of the second,...

ALEA marks 1st anniversary, success of LEADS

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MONTGOMERY, Ala.  – In April of 2022, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division launched a new and modernized driver license system, replacing a complex legacy system that had been in place...

Obituary: Reverend Horace R. Hall

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Reverend Horace R. Hall, 86, passed away on Monday, May 1 2023, at 12:55 a.m. He was affectionately known by his host of friends and church families as Bro. Hall, and he was known...

Obituary: Patricia Ann Atchley

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Mrs. Patricia Ann Atchley, age 87, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Patricia was born in Fayette County Alabama on May 13, 1935 to Thomas Lester and Irene Boger Dockery....

Obituary: Dwight R. Nichols

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Dwight R. Nichols of Bradenton, Florida passed away from this earth March 11, 2023. A gathering of family and friends will be Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the Hanceville Senior Center,...

Obituary: Allen Doyle Copeland

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Funeral services for Allen Doyle Copeland of Hanceville will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation for the...

Obituary: Joseph Allen Tarvin

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Joseph Allen Tarvin, 48, of Vinemont, passed away April 29, 2023. He was born December 25, 1974, in Birmingham, Alabama. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 4, 2023, from 1 p.m. until 2...