Kursten Putman becomes first female student to achieved Solid Edge Certification at CATA
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) student and Holly Pond sophomore Kursten Putman is the first ever female student to pass the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison takes spring game over East Lawrence 25-7
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the 4A East Lawrence Eagles at hot and muggy A.G. Hicks Stadium and as in all Spring Games the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope hosts spring matchup against Priceville
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope hosted the Priceville Bulldogs for this year’s spring game Friday night and the Raiders mounted a late comeback effort to...
Obituary: Wayne Miles
Wayne Miles, age 88, of Eldridge, Alabama, passed away Thursday, May 19, 2022, at his residence.
He was born on November 11, 1933 in Eldridge,...
Obituary: Loreen Bice
Loreen Bice, age 94, of Clincho, Virginia formerly of Hanceville, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022. She was born in Cullman, Alabama on...
Obituary: Jerry Lee Norman
Funeral service for Jerry Lee Norman, age 73, of Vinemont, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 22, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Minnie Beth Breakey
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Minnie Beth Breakey, 69, of Falkville.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Breakey family.
Mrs. Breakey...
Obituary: Robert Wayne Blake
Memorial service is incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date for Robert Wayne Blake, 72, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: Michael Wayne Turner
No services are planned at this time for Michael Wayne Turner, 57, of Vinemont.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Turner family.
Michael passed...
Motorcycle crash south of Dodge City results in fatality
DODGE CITY, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash at approximately 6:10 a.m. on Friday, May 20, has claimed the life of a Remlap man.
Dustin Chase...
Wallace State’s Adult Education Department hosts 2022 commencement; CCDW completers recognized in dual ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Adult Education Department hosted its 2022 Graduation this week, recognizing students who earned their GED (general education...
Arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Wallace State experiences highest enrollment since 2012
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College has experienced its highest enrollment in a decade. Enrollment for the spring 2022 semester totaled 5,502 students,...
ADEM installs sea turtle sculpture at Grand Bay Welcome Center to highlight ‘Help Keep...
MOBILE, Ala. – As part of its campaign to educate the public about the need to keep Alabama’s bio-rich watersheds free of litter that...
Elementary students give musical performances at Vinemont Music and Art Fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Vinemont Elementary School K - 5th grade classes gave performances at the first Vinemont Music and Art Fair on Tuesday....
Obituary: Jerry H. Sullins
Jerry H. Sullins, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. He was 70 years old. Mr. Sullins was born December 4,...
Obituary: Dorothy Ellen Thomas
Funeral services for Dorothy Ellen Thomas of Cullman, Alabama will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 20, 2022 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Father Patrick...
Obituary: Nicholas James Dewayne Frazier
Nicholas James Dewayne Frazier, age 37, of Phil Campbell, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at Helen Keller Hospital.
Nicholas was born on October...
Cullman County Commission meets and agrees to split online sales tax revenue with schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission met on Tuesday evening at the Cullman County Courthouse with a hefty agenda to review.
Resolution 2022-37: Revenue...
Arrests and incidents reported May 19, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
The Town of Arley prepares for 49th Annual Arley Day festival taking place May...
ARLEY, Ala. - The Town of Arley’s 49th Annual Arley Day community festival will be Saturday, May 21. The all-day event will last from...
Jerome Flanigan, convicted for reckless manslaughter in 2016, out on five-year probation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jerome Flanigan, convicted of reckless manslaughter in the 2016 death of Leslie Clements, was released from prison yesterday after serving four...
Hanceville City Council honors Math Team and announces kiddie pool to open this summer
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville City Council held their meeting on Monday with all council members present.
The council began by honoring the Hanceville High School...
Fairview High School celebrates graduating seniors with awards night
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School held a Senior Awards Night Celebration on Monday at 6:00 p.m. to recognize the scholarships and personal awards...
Multiple arrested across the county on drug-related charges
CULLMAN, Ala. – CCSO deputies went to a residence in the Vinemont area on Thursday, May 12 in an attempt to serve a warrant. Zackary...
Obituary: Delwyn Geree Baker
Delwyn Geree Baker, age 77, of Logan, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022. Delwyn was born July 5, 1944, in Cullman, Alabama...
Obituary: Stephen Thomas Tice
Stephen Thomas Tice, age 60, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022. Stephen was born November 17, 1961 in Huntsville,...
Obituary: Marlene Miller Pigg
Marlene Miller Pigg, 60, of Addison, passed away May 17, 2022 at Huntsville Hospital.
She was born September 4, 1961 to Johnny B. Miller and...
Obituary: Bettie Sue Henderson Valenti
Bettie Sue Henderson Valenti, 75, of Harpersville, Alabama, formerly of Double Springs, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at her home surrounded...
Obituary: Linda Faye Townsend Facciuolo
Linda Faye Townsend Facciuolo, age 74, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022, at Cullman Regional. She was born on August 27,...
Obituary: Jimmie Lou Gable
Jimmie Lou Gable, 88, of Cullman, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab. She was born February 20,...
STATE SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point’s postseason run ends with 9-4 loss to Hayden
OXFORD, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors spent their Wednesday competing in this year’s 5A State Softball Tournament at Oxford’s Choccolocco Park and...
Arrests and incidents reported May 18, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Cullman County Schools, Cullman County Commission reach online sales tax revenue agreement
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and the Cullman County Commission have reached a revenue sharing agreement that will provide additional funding for future...
Berlin Town Council aids local business, approves new home construction
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening approved up to $17,000 in economic development assistance and financial incentives to help Berlin...
St. Paul’s alumni gather for Third Annual Alumni and Friends Dinner and Auction
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School held their Third Annual Alumni and Friends Dinner and Auction on Saturday evening at Terri Pines Country...
Summertime fun hits Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville is getting ready for summer with a calendar full of events for everyone’s enjoyment.
Kicking off the entertainment...
PREP SOCCER: Harbin stepping down as Bearcats Head Coach
CULLMAN, Ala. — After spending 12 seasons at the helm of Cullman’s Men’s varsity soccer program, Head Coach Casey Harbin is stepping aside. Harbin...
Obituary: Ricky Roger Garrison
Ricky Roger Garrison, 67, of Double Springs, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022.
He was born on July 24, 1954 in Haleyville, Alabama. Rick...
Obituary: Paul Richard Jones
Paul Richard Jones, 72, of Phil Campbell, entered into rest on May 16, 2022 at his home.
Paul was born on May 1, 1950 in...
Obituary: Norma Lee Pruitt
Norma Lee Pruitt, 52, of Haleyville, entered into rest on Monday, May 16, 2022 at North Alabama Medical Center.
Norma was born on June 21,...
Obituary: Bonnie Fay Simpson Dove
Bonnie Fay Simpson Dove, formerly of Andalusia, passed away Tuesday morning, May 10, 2022, at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab in Hanceville, AL. She was 88.
Funeral...
Cullman City Schools names new principals for CHS, CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has named the new principals who will take over at Cullman High School and Cullman City Primary School...
PREP TRACK & FIELD: Cullman’s Baker sets school Decathlon record, locals compete at State...
HOOVER, Ala. – This year’s AHSAA State Heptathlon and Decathlon officially wrapped up at Hoover High School Tuesday night after two days of competition...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Baseball’s season ends at 34-22; Golf teams wrap up at respective national...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s baseball team had its season end on Monday in the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Tournament after stringing together...
Guest Editorial: Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announces report of April 2022 Grand...
CULLMAN, Ala. - In its April 2022 term, the Grand Jury of Cullman County issued felony and misdemeanor indictments in 257 cases with a...
Arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Hanceville wreck leaves man injured
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - According to the Hanceville Police Department, around 12:15 a.m. on Tuesday, a motorcycle passed a sitting patrol vehicle at excess speeds...
Touch A Truck event brings families from all over the county to Cullman County...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Touch A Truck, hosted by Cullman Electric Cooperative, took place at the Cullman County Fairgrounds Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00...
Happy Homes hosts Annual Community Appreciation at Festhalle
CULLMAN, Ala. - Happy Homes Real Estate, with lifelong Cullman resident Wes Warren at the helm, hosted the citizens of Cullman to their yearly...
The Klein Building renovations to honor Klein family and history
CULLMAN, Ala. - The historic Klein Dairy building, previously a creamery and ice cream shop, was established in Cullman in 1948 by Charles Klein...
Obituary: Charles “Charlie” Cordes
Charles “Charlie” Cordes, age 91, of Bremen, passed away on May 11, 2022 at his home. He was born in Jasper, Alabama on June...
Obituary: Laura Elizabeth Baxter
Laura Elizabeth Baxter, of Bremen, Alabama, passed away on March 4, 2022. She was born December 6, 1992 to Mildred Gayle Wilson and Mackie...
Obituary: Jimmy Dale Hudson
Jimmy Dale Hudson age 67 of Vinemont, AL. died Sunday May 15, 2022.
Jimmy was a member of Temple Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death...
Obituary: Roger Leon Prestridge
Roger Leon Prestridge, 77 of Haleyville, entered into rest on Sunday, May 15, 2022 in Florence, Alabama.
Roger was born on December 25, 1944 in...
Obituary: Joseph Lynn Copeland
Joseph Lynn Copeland, 81, of Arley, passed from this life May 16, 2022. He was born November 22, 1940. A private memorial service will...
Arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Warriors ready to battle at State Tournament
OXFORD, Ala. – This season has been one to remember for the West Point Lady Warriors. They collected their eighth consecutive Cullman County Championship...
Cullman VFW plans active approach to Memorial Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – In the leadup to Memorial Day on May 30, Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 has a full slate of...
As infant formula shortage continues, Alabama pediatricians advise against diluting infant formula
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- News reports abound about the current shortage of infant formula facing families across the nation and in Alabama, due to supply...
Obituary: Carl “Skip” Davis
Carl "Skip" Davis, age 65, of Hanceville, passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at his residence. He was born, September 23, 1956 to...
ARCHERY: Vinemont Middle School places 2nd in NASP Eastern Nationals & NASP IBO/3D Challenge;...
LOUISVILLE, KY. – Several local schools were busy at the NASP Eastern Nationals in Louisville this weekend and they brought home a lot of...
Wallace State celebrates commencement for Class of 2022
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College and President Vicki Karolewics celebrated the college’s commencement in Traditions Bank Arena at Tom Drake Coliseum Friday. Two ceremonies...
52 ODES TO JOY: SIMPLICITY POSITIVITY
When I get the urge to purge,
I first put on some music.
A little more punk and a little less dirge,
Then...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1933 and 1902
From the files of 1933:
Mrs. Charles R. Watson of Cullman announces the engagement of her daughter, Rosa, to William Oscar Dunlap. The wedding will...
Obituary: Waymon Allen Daniel
Waymon Allen Daniel, 74 of Double Springs, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2022 at his residence.
Waymon was born on May 18, 1947 in...
Obituary: Obenia “Muddie” Lee Hood (Updated)
Obenia “Muddie” Lee Hood, 85, of West Jefferson, Alabama, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2022, at Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care.Mrs. Hood is...
Obituary: Linda Rena Akin
A funeral service for Linda Rena Akin of Hanceville will be 4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 15 at Hanceville High School Gymnasium. The burial will...
HeavenLee Companion Aquamation offers alternative to flame cremation and burial for family pets
CULLMAN, Ala. - Amberly and Shane Lee opened HeavenLee Companion Aquamation in March of 2022 to give people a better option when faced with...
Cullman County seniors gather for some spring fun at the 2022 Senior Shindig Friday
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging held its first Senior Shindig since the beginning of the pandemic on Friday morning at...
Trio of Cullman High School bands play to packed house for Spring Concert
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School Band performed their annual Spring Concert on Thursday night at Cullman High School.
In a packed auditorium, the...
Lucas Rhodes: An amazing young man with a lemonade stand
CULLMAN. Ala. - “It’s amazing that all the people have come, I must say! I didn’t even know that the word would spread this...
Obituary: Charles A. ‘Charlie’ Shafer
Funeral service for Charles A. ‘Charlie’ Shafer, 88, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at St. John’s Evangelical Protestant...
Obituary: Carl ‘Ray’ Whaley
Funeral services for Carl “Ray” Whaley of Cullman will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 15, 2022 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Vinemont Town Council decides to hold review of progress at Vinemont Village and Vinemont...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town council met on Tuesday evening to discuss whether to revoke the business license for Business Resource LLC DBA...
Arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wallace State’s free short-term training programs hosting new boot camps later this month, including...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Adult Education Department and the Center for Career and Workforce Development are preparing for their next round of training...
CCBOE announces May teacher, staff member of the month
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Schools, along with America’s First Federal Credit Union, recognizes a teacher and staff member each month. Here are...
Alabama poultry’s environmental excellence
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Poultry ranks as Alabama’s top-producing agricultural commodity. The industry continues to strive for environmental excellence each day while meeting the...
Cullman County Schools once again participating in Summer Feeding Program
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - On Mondays through Thursdays from June 8 – July 12, hot meals will be provided at the following schools: Fairview,...
Obituary: Brenda Nelson Horn
Brenda Nelson Horn died on May 9, 2022 in Cullman, Alabama. She was 79. Brenda was an amazing person who lived life to the...
Obituary: Donald Leroy Staudt
Donald Leroy Staudt, 76 of Priceville, entered into rest on Wednesday May 11, 2022 at his home.
Donald was born on July 28, 1945 in...
REGIONAL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point punches ticket to State Tournament with 4-3 win over...
FLORENCE, Ala. – For the first time in school history, the West Point Lady Warriors are headed to the State Tournament. West Point arrived...
Arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Two arrested in separate incidents of possession of drug paraphernalia
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Cullman man for multiple outstanding warrants on Tuesday, May 3.
Andrew Halik, 34, of Cullman...
Cullman County Student of the Year Peyton Trotter on influence, inspiration and her future...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – With one glance at Peyton Trotter’s resume it’s easy to tell that the Fairview High School senior is an overachiever. With...
Touch a Truck event coming to Cullman County Fairgrounds May 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - Touch a Truck is a free event hosted by Cullman Electric Cooperative where businesses, local first responders and other organizations bring...
Flourish of Cullman participants celebrate graduation from eight-week cooking class with Party Night
CULLMAN, Ala. - Clients from Flourish of Cullman participated in a Cooking Class at Childhaven for the last eight weeks, learning different cooking skills...
Holly Pond High School, 5th and 6th grade bands to perform at Pops in...
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Pops in the Park is a spring concert and community event hosted at Governor’s Park brought to the town of...
Obituary: Grover Richardson Blaylock
Grover Richardson Blaylock, age 61, passed away on May 9, 2022, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Grover was born in Birmingham, Alabama,...
Obituary: Paul Keith “Bo” Echols
Paul Keith "Bo" Echols, age 57, passed away in Birmingham, Alabama on Monday, May 9, 2022. Paul was born June 16, 1964. God has...
Alabama’s booming catfish industry ranked #2 in U.S.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Alabama has a reputation for cooking and serving delicious food. Barbecue, coleslaw and fried chicken are all southern staples. In the summer,...
Wallace State student Justin Self named Federal Work Study of the Year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State student Justin Self has been named the Federal Work Study of the Year.
Self, 25, is a general studies major...
Arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
REGIONAL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point advances to North Regional Finals, Britton’s walk-off lifts Cullman...
FLORENCE, Ala. – Both the Cullman Lady Bearcats and Lady Warriors of West Point were back on the field at Coffee O’Neal Park in...
Deadlines near to apply to Wallace State health science programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Deadlines are quickly approaching for students wishing to apply to most health science programs at Wallace State Community College for fall...
Wallace State hosts inaugural Cullman County Drone Race Friday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Schools seventh grades took part in the first Cullman County Drone Race at Wallace State on Friday in an...
83rd Annual Cullman Strawberry Festival has record number of attendees
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Strawberry Festival on Saturday, May 7 was packed with people looking to buy farm fresh strawberries and enjoy the...
REGIONAL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: Cullman splits opening matchups, Good Hope, Holly Pond eliminated
FLORENCE, Ala. – Three Cullman County squads were on the field at Coffee O’Neal Park in Florence Tuesday to compete in this year’s North...
Wallace State’s students earn record gold medals at state SkillsUSA competition, win 50 medals...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College students set a school record recently by winning 33 gold medals at the state SkillsUSA competition.
Wallace State...
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PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls to Lamar County 46-20
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs was back at home Friday night to host a regional game against Lamar County and despite a three-touchdown performance...
