Obituary: Norma Olene Fincher
Funeral service for Norma Olene Fincher, 89, of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
A word with Richard Barnett, candidate for Cullman County Commission, District 2
WEST POINT, Ala. - Richard Barnett, a longtime member of the West Point community, is a Republican candidate for the Cullman County Commission, District 2. “I grew up on a...
AHSAA announces updated 2026-2028 classifications for basketball; public & private schools split
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Alabama High School Athletic Association released updated classifications for winter sports, notably basketball, for 2026-28. Following suit with fall sports, the...
Alabama Tulip Festival open at Cullman’s 4D Farm
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Tulip Festival is officially open at Cullman’s 4D Farm.
Months of planting and preparation went into the beautiful tulip fields...
A word with Josh Speakman, candidate for Cullman County Commission, District 2
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point resident and Brandin’ Iron General Manager Josh Speakman is a Republican candidate for the Cullman County Commission, District 2.
“My goal is fostering economic growth,...
TheraPlay hosting sensory friendly Easter event April 8
CULLMAN, Ala. – Easter Sunday is approaching! We are less than a month away from all the family fun and festivities. As you plan for...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 13, 2026
BASEBALL
Winston Co. 12, Addison 9 - Batting: S. Talley 1-3, 2 RBI - K. Lake 1-4 (HR), 2 RBI Pitching: T. Gaither 3.2 IP,...
Obituary: Barry Dean Woods
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Barry Dean Woods, 67, of Cullman, Alabama, who passed away on March 12,...
Obituary: Ronald Paul Peebles
Ronald Paul Peebles, age 46 of Logan, AL, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at his residence. He was born February 10, 1980,...
Spirit Life Church collecting toy cars and trucks
CULLMAN, Ala. – As we clean out garages and gather up old clothes and forgotten toys to donate during the process of spring cleaning, keep in mind...
CCPS receives TVA grant for STEM program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School was presented with a $5,000 grant from the TVA to support the school's Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)...
Op-Ed: Read, no matter what!
In honor of “Read Across America,” I would like to share my two cents on what it means to be a “reader.”
I didn’t always love to read....
Arrests and Incidents reported March 13, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Dobson, Woodall address local Republicans
CULLMAN, Ala. – Attendees gathered Saturday, March 7, at the Cullman VFW for the Cullman County Republican Party breakfast and to listen to two candidates running for statewide office.
Alabama Secretary of State candidate Caroleene Dobson...
Severe Weather Threat Sunday into Monday Followed by a Hard Freeze
CLANTON – Friday, 8:00 am, March 13, 2026
A potent upper-level system and associated strong cold front will push a fast-moving line of thunderstorms through...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 12, 2026
BASEBALL
Austin 13, Fairview 5 - Batting: C. Cullen 2-3, 2 RBI Pitching: C. Cullen 3.0 IP, 3 ER, 2 K
Oakman 11, Holly Pond 0...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Eagles’ errors kickstart Hanceville’s 15-3 rout; Bulldogs hand Vinemont their first...
VINEMONT, Ala. - On Thursday evening the Vinemont Lady Eagles, riding a 6-0 start to the season, hosted county and area foe Hanceville, who...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman County Hall of Famer, Holly Pond basketball coach Tim Willoughby announces...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Thursday, March 12, saw legendary head basketball coach Tim Willoughby retire after 23 years. He coached five different teams, finished with 371 wins...
Pet of the Week: Meet Buddy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Buddy is a Golden Retriever/Lab mix, approximately 2 years old, with a calm spirit that makes an immediate impression. He’s The Cullman...
Obituary: Billy Wayne Veal
Billy Wayne Veal, 68, a lifelong resident of Cullman, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026. Born to Billy Ray and Yvonne Veal on August...
Obituary: Jerry Don Payne
Jerry Don Payne, a cherished member of the Hanceville community and a decorated veteran, passed away on March 10, 2026, in Hanceville, Alabama, at...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 12, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 12, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Upcoming lunar events
Pink Moon - April 1, 2026
The Lenten Moon, Paschal Full Moon or the last Full Moon of winter. It has many names, but “pink” is not...
Op-Ed: Coast Guard acquisition of Birmingham-Southern College signals opportunity
The closure of Birmingham-Southern College (BSC) left a significant void in West Birmingham. For decades, the 192-acre campus served as an educational and cultural hub. Its vacancy represented a loss of activity and uncertainty for the surrounding community and local economy.
The recent purchase of the campus by the United States...
Milkweed, Monarchs and more
Milkweed may have “weed” in the name, but it is an essential native wildflower. It can commonly be mistaken for a weed because it grows among them along roads, in pastures...
Cullman council discusses tourism, infrastructure updates, a major award, hemp regulations
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Monday, March 9, meeting discussed tourism activities, infrastructure updates, a major award and hemp regulations....
Cullman High’s Grayson Gay named APT 2026 Young Hero
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Alabama Public Television recently announced the winners of its 2026 APT Young Heroes Scholarships. Among the three winners is Cullman High School Junior Grayson...
Colony council talks website, thanks clean-up volunteers
COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council gathered for its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 10, where Mayor Jasmine Cole announced that there is a website in...
Good Hope City Council
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council’s regular meeting on Monday, March 9, was extremely brief.
The council heard from Kenneth Cornelius, Republican candidate for...
FAITH: Cullman’s Molly Wilson talks religious, personal influences in basketball
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman senior basketball player Molly Wilson thanks God for helping her overcome some tough times in her life, and she wouldn't...
Statewide Severe Weather Threat Continues into Early Thursday
CLANTON – Wednesday, 1:15 pm, March 11, 2026
A line of storms will enter the northwestern sections this afternoon and move southward into the evening...
Obituary: Dale “Squirrel” Ahrendt, Jr.
Memorial services for Dale "Squirrel" Ahrendt, Jr, age 65 of Somerville, will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 2 p.m. at the Hospice...
Obituary: Francisca Garcia
Funeral services for Francisca Garcia, age 77 of Decatur, will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Decatur Brown Service Funeral...
Obituary: Bonnie Jean Schaefer
Funeral service for Bonnie Jean Schaefer, 89, of Hanceville will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 14th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Ronald Lee South
Ronald was born on July 19, 1947, in Cullman Alabama to Robert Lee South and Johanna T. South. He died on March 8, 2026,...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 11, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 11, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Prom fashion trends and spending
CULLMAN, Ala. - Prom season is upon us, and the experience continues to evolve as trends, technology and spending habits change over the years.
Sonya White, owner...
Spring weather: Be prepared
CULLMAN, Ala. - As winter turns to spring and temperatures begin to warm across north Alabama, residents enter a time of year marked by rapidly changing and...
Harmony School’s 20th annual Southern Beauty Pageant set for April 18
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School is preparing to host its annual Southern Beauty pageant, a tradition that has supported the school since 2007.
Pageant organizer Heather Lynn...
Obituary: Linda Frances Allen
Graveside Service for Linda Frances Allen, age 78 of Northport, formerly of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at...
Obituary: Percy William Baldwin
A memorial service for Percy William Baldwin, 77, of Falkville will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 14th, 2026, at Living Faith Baptist Church...
We can protect ourselves from colorectal cancer by getting screened
We can protect ourselves from colon cancer; a cancer that affects people of all genders, races, and backgrounds. The recent deaths of well-known actors...
Local band Key Lime Pie searching for new lead singer
Key Lime Pie, a local, genre-blending band known for its energetic performances and wide-ranging setlist, has recently announced it will begin auditions for a...
All Modes of Severe Weather Possible into Early Thursday
CLANTON – Wednesday, 8:00 am, March 11, 2026
The SPC expanded the Slight Risk statewide overnight, as models now indicate higher instability and wind shear,...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Stats and scores for March 10, 2026
BASEBALL
Hubbertville 3, Addison 2 - Batting: C. Speegle 2-3 (2B) Pitching: K. Lake 3.0 IP, 0 ER, K
Homewood 12, Cullman 7 - Batting: J....
PREP SOFTBALL: Johnson and Bates homer; Storey pitches a complete game for Cullman in...
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman Lady Bearcats welcomed rival Jasper on Tuesday evening for their first area game of 2026, and sent the Vikings home...
Obituary: Clara Barnett
Clara M. Elliott Barnett age 99 of Hanceville, AL passed away March 8, 2026, at 4:45 p.m.
She was born February 16, 1927, in Hanceville...
Obituary: Linda Reid White
Linda Reid White, 72, of Holly Pond, Alabama, was welcomed into heaven by our Lord and Savior in the early morning hours of Monday,...
Obituary: Samantha Marie Rogers
Samantha Marie Rogers, 21, of Fairview passed away on 3/8/26.
Samantha was born in Fullerton, California to Chris and April Rogers on 2/12/2005. She graduated...
Obituary: Jimmy Wade Oldacre
Jimmy Wade Oldacre, 79, of West Point, died peacefully at home on March 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a short illness.
Jimmy...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 10, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Senior cookouts creating bonds at local senior centers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging said the Crane Hill Senior Center held its annual community cookout with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently, one of the first in...
City of Cullman receives Rainer Bauer Award from Alabama Germany Partnership
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman was honored Thursday, March 5, with the Rainer Bauer Award, the highest recognition presented by the Alabama...
Cold Springs FCCLA excels at State Leadership Conference
BREMEN, Ala. - Cold Springs High School’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter had an outstanding showing at the FCCLA State...
PREP BASEBALL: Holly Pond’s Sam Hunt throws a no-hitter, strikes out 12 as Broncos...
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Hanceville Bulldogs traveled to take on the Holly Pond Broncos in an area game on Monday afternoon. Holly Pond got out...
Severe Threat Increasing Across Much of the State Through this Evening
CLANTON – Monday, 1:30 pm, March 9, 2026
…Slight Risk Expanded for much of the state…
Increasing instability has led to an expansion of the Slight...
Obituary: Michael Timothy White
Michael Timothy White, 69, of Cullman, passed away March 6, 2026, at home surrounded by loving family. He was born December 14, 1956, in...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 9, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
CRG on protecting children from online predators
GARDENDALE, Ala. – Josh Moody is the chief executive officer of Covenant Rescue Group. It is a nonprofit based out of Gardendale that fights...
Editorial: It’s time for a moratorium on campaign promises
Election season produces a familiar pattern.
Bold promises. Absolute declarations. Assurances that sweeping change will occur the moment one candidate takes office.
Then governance begins. And...
Cullman County Schools to host career fair March 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools will host its annual career fair later this month, offering prospective employees the opportunity to meet with school...
Small Business Spotlight: Big Boom Coffee Company
DODGE CITY, Ala. – Cathie Hodges recently opened her coffee shop, Big Boom Coffee Company. The soft opening was March 4, and it will...
Interesting Bee-havior: Auburn researchers highlight the sociality of bees
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Bees appear to be social creatures, as they frequently congregate on flowers or nest in plain sight. At the Auburn...
Ivey appoints Heath Meherg 32nd Judicial Circuit district judge
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey has appointed Heath Edward Meherg of Cullman to serve as district judge in the 32nd Judicial Circuit in...
Alabama State Parks officially launches new Junior Ranger Program
PELHAM, Ala. – The outdoors is calling — and Alabama’s next generation of explorers is invited to answer.
Alabama State Parks has launched the new Junior Ranger Program, designed...
Wallace State announces Back on Track initiative
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College said it is excited to announce the launch of Back on Track, an initiative to build pathways...
Wallace State Theatre to present ‘Xanadu’ March 13-15
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Roll into the disco era with Wallace State Community College’s Theatre program as it presents “Xanadu” March 13-15 at the Betty...
A Few Severe Storms Possible Monday with More Significant Threat Wednesday into Thursday
CLANTON – Sunday, 8:00 am, March 8, 2026
On Monday, an upper-level disturbance will produce showers and thunderstorms that will move from west to east...
COLUMN: What it was, was soccer
Seventy-two years ago, Capital Records released a recording of a young Andy Griffith. He recorded under the name Deacon Andy Griffith. Side A of...
Files from Yesteryear: March 7, 1940
From the files of March 7, 1940
To and Fro
Robert A. Taft, United States Senator from Ohio, wrote the Festival Committee early this week that...
PREP BASEBALL: Moody’s offense rolls as Blue Devils collect 10-2 win over Fairview
BOAZ, Ala. - After picking up a huge county win at home against West Point on Friday night, the Fairview Aggies hit the road for a...
PREP BASKETBALL: Swarming Oxford defense too much for Cullman in 68-44 6A State Championship...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- An improbable run by the Bearcats came to an end on Saturday.
With the 6A State Championship on the line, Cullman faced...
Obituary: Imogene Rusk
Imogene Rusk age 92 of Cullman passed away on March 6, 2026, at Woodland Village Healthcare Center.
Imogene is survived by her son, ONeal Rusk (Lana); her...
Obituary: James Richard Fowler, Jr.
James Richard Fowler Jr. passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 65. Born on September 15, 1960, in Alabama, James was...
Obituary: Shirley Regina Richards
Shirley Regina Pair Richards, of Hanceville, died Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
She is survived by her husband, Cecil Lavern Richards; sons: Shawn Lavern Richards and...
Obituary: Garlon Wayne Williams
A visitation for Garlon Williams, 78, of Bremen will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday March 9th at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Williams was born on...
Obituary: Barbara Annette Looney
Funeral Service for Barbara Annette Looney, age 56 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial...
Line Of Storms This Afternoon into Early Sunday
CLANTON – Saturday, 11:00 AM, March 7, 2026
A line of thunderstorms will enter the northwestern portions of Alabama this afternoon and move southeastward through...
Library receives $4K Pizza Hut Foundation grant
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library received a $4,000 Slice of Literacy Grant from the Pizza Hut Foundation to support local literacy...
ALDOT: Project to improve Hanceville intersection starts
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A project to improve Alabama Highway 91 at U.S. Highway 31 in Hanceville began this week.
The project includes widening to add...
Ivey signs law opening classroom doors to Alabama veterans
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on March 3, 2026, signed Senate Bill 149, one of her legislative priorities, into law, creating a new...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 6, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 18, Meek 1 - Batting: T. Gathier 2-4, 3 RBI - C. Lane 2-4, 3 RBI Pitching: K. Lake 3.0 IP, 0 ER,...
CHAMPS!: No. 4 Lady Raiders take down no. 1 Plainview 59-54 to win the...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- "Defense wins championships." It's an adage that dates back to the great Paul Bryant, and one that holds true today.
The no....
Obituary: Carlton Jimmy Bates
Funeral service with military honors for Mr. Carlton Jimmy Bates, 79, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Bethsadia...
Fairview council talks ballpark improvements, new pickleball courts
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Town Council at its Monday, March 2, meeting began with attendees praying for Former Mayor Randall Shedd as he...
Holly Pond council discusses Governor’s Park upgrades, town events
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting Monday, March 2, addressed upgrades at Governor’s Park, upcoming events and more....
Obituary: Donna Freeman Laratta
Donna Freeman Laratta, age 73 of Jasper, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at HarborChase of Jasper.The family will receive friends on Sunday, March...
Obituary: Cathy Marie Kilgo
Cathy Marie Kilgo age 62 of Warrior, Alabama passed away March 5, 2026. She was born February 19, 1964, in Alabama.
Cathy is preceded in...
Obituary: Barbara Ann Friedrich
Barbara Ann Friedrich was born on October 22, 1953, and passed away on March 4, 2026, at the age of 72. A beloved and...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 6, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP BASKETBALL: No.1 North Sand Mtn.’s defense stifles no. 10 Cold Springs, takes 2A...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- While a bright future lays ahead, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles fell just short of glory in 2025-26.
On Friday morning, Cold Springs...
Rolling the dice for a good cause
CULLMAN, Ala. - Community members gathered Saturday, Feb. 28, at Cotton Creek for an evening of games, food and fundraising at Hope Horses’ annual...
Supporting local artists
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Art Shop Around the Corner hosted a special art exhibition on Sunday, March 1, showcasing work from several local artists,...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 5, 2026
BASEBALL
Fairview 4, West Point 3 - Batting: L. Wright (Fair.) 0-2, Walk-off sacrifice fly) - D. Cleghorn (West.) 2-3, 1 RBI Pitching: C. Cullen...
PREP SOFTBALL: Bates’ game-winning RBI single puts Cullman over Brewer in 7-6 extra-innings win
CULLMAN, Ala. - After dropping their last game at Athens, the Cullman Lady Bearcats looked to bounce back at home against Brewer on Thursday afternoon.
It...
Obituary: Mitford “Mickey” Ray Megginson, Jr.
Mitford Ray “Mickey” Megginson, Jr., age 82, passed peacefully at home on March 4, 2026, just two days after celebrating his birthday. Born on...
Obituary: Betty Kilgo Smith
Funeral Service for Betty Kilgo Smith, age 82 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Gary Edward Davis
Funeral Service for Gary Edward Davis, age 64 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 5, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 5, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Vinemont council announces Community Easter Egg Hunt, approves parking improvements
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 3, addressing several items related to town operations...
APLICATIONS
OPINION: ‘Find the joy in the journey’: Motorcycle day rides
CULLMAN, Ala. – When it comes to needing some “wind therapy,” sometimes you can only afford a day ride, which is sometimes all you...
