Work on New Bridge on Hwy. 278 West at Kugler Creek in Phase One
Photo shows retaining wall underneath the bridge on Feb. 19.
CULLMAN - Approximately one-third of the way through its 30-day contract on the Highway 278...
Obituary: Sylvia Dale “Syvie” Smith
Funeral Service for Sylvia Dale "Syvie" Smith, age 52 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Mt. Olive...
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Dewayne Burns, 53 of Haleyville, entered into rest on March 3, 2016.
Mr. Burns was born on November 16, 1962. Dewayne loved listening to country...
Obituary: Edward “Neal” Shipman
Edward “Neal” Shipman, 76 of Double Springs, entered into rest on March 3, 2016 at Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama.
Neal was born on...
Obituary: Edith Lee
Funeral services for Edith Lee, age 69 of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Kevin Dwight Cheatham
Complete arrangements and obituary information for Kevin Dwight Cheatham will be announced later.
Obituary: Jeff Allen Brannon
Complete arrangements and obituary information for Jeff Allen Brannon will be announced later.
Obituary: Geraldine Fuson
Complete arrangements and obituary information for Geraldine Fuson will be announced Saturday.
Garden City Library Getting a Facelift
GARDEN CITY - The Garden City Library, located in the Garden City Municipal Building, is in the final leg of a renovation which started...
Chamber’s 73rd Annual Meeting & Gala Honors Chaney, Smith
CULLMAN - Last night’s Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce shindig at Stonebridge Farm was a party with a purpose. The 73rd Annual Meeting &...
CCBOE Superintendent Position Search Narrows to Four Applicants; Brandon Payne to Step Down
CULLMAN - On Thursday, March 3, the Cullman County Board of Education announced the names of the finalists for the position of superintendent. Of...
Application deadlines approaching for Wallace State health programs
HANCEVILLE - Anyone interested in enrolling in an allied health program at Wallace State Community College should keep in mind approaching deadlines for turning...
Obituary: Christopher Robert Baswell
Mr. Christopher Robert Baswell of Cullman passed away on March 2, 2016 at Cullman Regional Medical Center at the age of 45. He was...
Obituary: Burnadine Maudie Schelles
Burnadine Maudie Schelles, 88 of Garland, Texas, formerly of Double Springs, entered into rest on February 26, 2016 in Dallas, Texas.
Burnadine was born on...
Obituary: Pauline “Polly” Burks
Mrs. Pauline "Polly" Burks, 89 of Holly Pond, passed away early Friday morning at her residence. Mrs. Burks was born in Morgan County to...
Obituary: James Buddy Rooks
James Buddy Rooks, 72, of Houston passed away on March 1, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born on April 13,...
Obituary: Sidney E. Buchanan
Sidney Eugene Buchanan entered into rest on February 29, 2016, at Princeton Baptist Hospital in Birmingham.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Light lifts Wallace State baseball in DH split with Columbia State
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State freshman pitcher Braxton Light struck out nine Columbia State batters, including five looking, in five innings Wednesday night, propelling the...
No. 19 Wallace State men race past Alabama Southern in ACCC Tournament quarterfinals
HANCEVILLE - Four Wallace State players finished with double figures, and the top-seeded Lions overcame a slow start in a 77-60 victory over Alabama...
Cullman Named No. 2 Micropolitan Area Based on Corporate Facility Investment
We have some great leadership and people that recognize from the outside that Cullman is the place to be, and they’re starting to recognize...
“American Made” Screening at WSCC March 10
HANCEVILLE - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College presents “American Made Movie” with directors Vincent Vittorio and Christopher Harvey as part...
March 1 Primary: What a Night!
CULLMAN- Thank you for voting and we’ll see you in November! Not so fast, Cullman. We’re heading to a runoff on April 12!
The Cullman...
Three St. Bernard seniors recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation
CULLMAN - Three seniors at St. Bernard Preparatory School have been recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for their exceptional academic promise demonstrated...
Lions Club Annual Fish and Ham Dinner March 5
CULLMAN - On Saturday, March 5 the Cullman Lions Club will hold its annual Fish and Ham Dinner. The event, which the organization has...
West Point drops a pair to Priceville
PRICEVILLE - The West Point Warriors soccer teams are still trying to find their identities as the "new kids on the block" in the...
WSCC Health programs welcome new program chairs
HANCEVILLE - Two healthcare programs at Wallace State Community College welcomed new department chairs to campus for their first full semester of classes. Melanie...
Obituary: Michael Steve Neighbors
Funeral services for Michael Steve Neighbors will be held Wednesday, March 02, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home.
Arrangements under the direction of...
Obituary: Gregory Miles Pigg
Funeral Service for Mr. Gregory Miles Pigg, age 50 of Cullman , will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at Cullman...
Obituary: Georgia Phillips Brown
Georgia Phillips Brown peacefully left this world on February 29, 2016. She was born on May 22, 1924 in Dora, Alabama to the late...
Wallace State hosting the women’s and men’s Alabama Community College Conference/NJCAA Region XXII tournaments...
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College is set to host the women’s and men’s Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC)/NJCAA Region XXII tournaments at Tom...
OPINION: A Letter to My Fellow Republicans
My Fellow Republicans,
My name is David Andrews. I am a loyal supporter. Tomorrow is primary day. We will go to the polls and select...
Chinese Festival Celebrated at St. Bernard
CULLMAN - On Feb. 19, St. Bernard Preparatory School students traveled across campus to experience a taste of Chinese culture. The event was presented...
OPINION: What is Going on with Kanye and What is He Doing?
CullmanSense reporter Will Hogue, based in NYC, has some thoughts on Kanye West, and he wants you to hear them.
NEW YORK CITY - There...
OPINION: Why I Am Voting for Donald Trump
Why I am voting for Donald Trump:
Trump’s company of $10 billion has a larger budget than 15 other U.S. states’ budgets that are managed...
INTERVIEW: Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2016 Inductee Bobby Meyer
CULLMAN - Compared to the majority of my colleagues in the wonderful world of sports writing, I admittedly have less experience than most, holding...
Obituary: Deborah Gay Gillon
Funeral Service for Mrs. Deborah Gay Bahr Gillon, age 60, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at Northside...
4D Family Farm Spring Celebration
CULLMAN - On Friday and Saturday, March 25-26 and Saturday, April 2, 4D Family Farm will open to the public for its Spring Celebration...
Professional Women’s Fashion Show and Luncheon: “Dancing in the Street”
The women in this club are single, married, all ages, business owners, stay at home moms, professional women, retirees, all with big hearts and...
Secretary of State Releases Details on SEC Primary Election Night Reporting
MONTGOMERY - On March 1, the Office of the Secretary of State John Merrill will conduct a project to collect and report results for...
Peter Nassetta, Deacon at Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Many young people find themselves disinterested in attending church when they get away from home, but that never happened to me.”
Peter Nassetta
Photo: Deacon Peter...
No. 15 Wallace State men’s basketball has won multiple ways as ACCC regular season...
This team has been a lot of fun to coach. We have a lot of enjoyable guys to be around, and they’ve taken pride...
Obituary: Ralph Glenn Parvin
Mr. Ralph Glenn Parvin, of Vinemont, passed away on February 26 at the age of ninety-two. As was his wish, he spent his last...
Obituary: Delisa Pearson
Memorial services for Delisa Pearson, 61, of Hanceville are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Obituary: James Allen Kilgore
Funeral Service for James Allen Kilgore, age 61 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 28, 2016 at New Hope #2...
MISSING PERSON: Glenda Cofield Mahler, 42, of Cullman- UPDATE: FOUND
URGENT: Missing Person
The Cullman County Sheriff's Office is trying to locate Glenda Cofield Mahler, 42, of Cullman.
She was last seen at her residence on...
Obituary: Shirley Jean Cooper
Shirley Jean Cooper entered into rest February 26, 2016.
Complete obituary and arrangements will be announced at a later time.
Sweet B’s of Cullman to Compete in 11th Annual AWF Wild Game Cook-Off at...
TALLADEGA - Talladega Superspeedway is known for its rich auto racing history with tales of the Allison family and the Alabama Gang, discussions of...
Hillary Clinton to Make Campaign Stop in Alabama
MONTGOMERY - Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill confirmed this morning that Hillary Clinton will make a campaign stop in Alabama. On Saturday, Feb....
Entries sought for local art show at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College is seeking entries for its annual “Arts in April Celebration” planned for April 4-30 at the Burrow Center...
Alabama Attorney General to Speak at Cullman County Republican Breakfast March 5
CULLMAN - Republican Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange will be the featured speaker at the March breakfast meeting of the Cullman County Republican Party....
Hanceville City Council Meets Thursday Night; Crime, AirEvac Among Topics
HANCEVILLE - The City of Hanceville City Council came together for their twice monthly meeting on Thursday, Feb 25 at 7 p.m. at Hanceville...
Obituary: Mary Glenn Schuler
Funeral Service for Mary Glenn Schuler, age 72, of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at Sacred Heart Church...
Obituary: Jerry Phillips
Funeral services for Jerry Phillips will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home.
Arrangements under the direction of...
Obituary: Michael Coy “Mike” Cates
Funeral services for Michael Coy “Mike” Cates, 61, of Bremen will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 1 p.m. at Cold Springs...
Obituary: Buddy J. Andrews
Funeral Service for Mr. Buddy J. Andrews, age 67 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at First Baptist...
Obituary: Carolyn Lucille Otto Trawick
Carolyn Lucille Otto Trawick left this life on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 with family by her side at her home in Crane Hill, AL....
March 1 Primary: What You Need to Know; Trump, Rubio, Cruz and Clinton in...
CULLMAN - Alabama will be joining six other southern states on Tuesday, March 1 in what’s being called the “SEC primaries.” While the presidential...
2016 AHSAA Northwest Regional Tourney in the Books
HANCEVILLE - Another year of the Alabama High School Athletic Association Northwest Regional Basketball Tournament is now in the record books.
Traditions continued with teams...
Cullman Named Tree City USA for 28th Consecutive Year
Pictured: Poster Contest 2nd Place Winner Elijah Pittman (East Elementary); Poster Contest 1st Place Winner Myra Arnold (East Elementary); Mayor Max A. Townson, Arborist...
Cullman County’s Rich and Bountiful Resource: The North Alabama Agriplex
CULLMAN - Cullman is a place with a rich history with many tales of origin passed down through the generations. The beginnings of the...
ADOL Releases More than $85 Million in Tax Credits to Employers
MONTGOMERY - Alabama Department of Labor Commissioner Fitzgerald Washington announced today that nearly 33,000 Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) certifications, representing a potential $85,932,400...
Upsets Take Center Stage in Class 6A Title Games at NW Regional
HANCEVILLE - It didn't pay to be the favorite in Class 6A of the Alabama High School Athletic Association Northwest Basketball Regional Tournament Tuesday....
Obituary: Tammy Rene Goodwin
Funeral arrangements for Tammy Rene Goodwin are incomplete at this time.
Moss-Service Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Obituary: Venora Brannan Ray
Funeral Service for Venora Brannan Ray, age 91 of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Thursday, February 25, 2016 at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian...
Obituary: Maxine Durham
Funeral services for Mrs. Maxine Durham, age 78 of Vinemont, will be 2 p.m. Thursday, February 25, 2016 at Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel, Rev....
Obituary: Mark K. Davis
Mark K. Davis passed away at his home on February 21, 2016. He was born in Tallahassee, FL. to Therman Davis and Barbara Jean...
Obituary: Sherrel E. Hancock
Sherrel E. Hancock, 83, of Vinemont passed away Saturday Feb. 20, 2016 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born October 22, 1932 in...
Commission Meeting Held; New Businesses in Baileyton and Dodge City
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Commission meeting, held Feb. 23, was thorough and efficient with Kerry Watson, Place 1, Garry Marchman, Place 2 and...
Cullman’s Judge Annie Lola Price Was a Woman Ahead of Her Time!
CULLMAN - On Oct. 24, 1901, Annie Edson Taylor, a school teacher from Michigan, became the first person to go over Niagara Falls in...
Obituary: Michel McCombs
Funeral arrangements for Michel McCombs are incomplete at this time.
Nichols Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Obituary: Ray Morris Clark, Jr.
Ray Morris Clark, Jr., 58 of Houston, entered into rest on Sunday, February 21, 2016 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Ray was born on April...
Obituary: Lola Mae Hood Ergle
Lola Mae Hood Ergle, 90 of Haleyville, entered into rest on February 20, 2016 at her home.
Mrs. Ergle was born on November 10, 1925....
Obituary: Jimmy Wayne Hamm
Jimmy Wayne Hamm, age 55 of Bremen, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2016, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham. He was born June 27, 1960,...
Cullman City Council Meeting Held, Montgomery New Assistant Chief of CPD
Photo shows Cullman City Chief of Police Kenny Culpepper, Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson and Cullman City Assistant Chief of Police Craig Montgomery.
CULLMAN -...
No. 12 WSCC softball has perfect weekend in Gulf Shores; WSCC baseball wins three...
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State’s 12th-ranked softball team was perfect at the Sun Chief Classic tournament over the weekend, reeling off five victories in Gulf...
UNA Lions: Walk-Off Wonders
FLORENCE - College baseball season has just started but already the University of North Alabama is showing that they are a force to be...
More on Remembering Harper Lee
Ms. Alice and Ms. Nelle were all about empowering women even back before that became the popular thing to do. Ms. Nelle was a...
Welfare Checkup Leads to Sex Offender Arrest
BERLIN - On Friday, Feb. 18, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Nathaniel Scott Pilgrim, 24, of Berlin, a registered sex offender, for...
Prep Sports Schedule Feb. 22-26
Monday, Feb. 22
Baseball
Cullman vs. Sparkman 4 p.m.
Holly Pond @ Locust Fork 4 p.m.
West Point vs. Hanceville 6 p.m.
Softball
West Point vs. Arab 4:30 p.m.
Soccer
St. Bernard...
Tom Sawyer Musical at St. Bernard
CULLMAN - The thespians of St. Bernard Prep will perform “Tom Sawyer: The Broadway Musical” this week, Feb. 25-27. Showtimes are 6:30 on Thursday,...
AHSAA Northwest Regional Tournament Hits Half-Way Mark
HANCEVILLE - Excitement has been a part of the 2016 Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) Northwest Regional Basketball Tournament, even without a Cullman...
Darrell Hicks, Candidate for Cullman County Commission Chairman
CULLMAN - Darrell Hicks wants to be the next Chairman of the Cullman County Commission.
Hicks, former Cullman County Associate Commissioner, Place 1, said that...
Desperation Church Small Groups: The Sisterhood
Photo shows The Sisterhood, a small group that meets on Thursday nights at different members' homes.
CULLMAN - Before making it through the door of...
Obituary: Betty Dillard Fortenberry
Betty Dillard Fortenberry, 77 of Huntsville, entered into rest on February 18, 2016.
Mrs. Fortenberry was born on February 16, 1939. Betty was a retired...
Obituary: Henrietta Brewer Posey
Henrietta Brewer Posey of Cullman, Alabama passed away on February 18, 2016 at Cullman Regional Medical Center at the age of 74. She was...
Obituary: Billy Hugh Horton
Billy Hugh Horton was born in Vinemont, Al. on April 9, 1931 to Floyd and Trudie Horton. He graduated from West Point High School...
Obituary: Elton Jones
Complete arrangements and obituary information for Elton Jones will be announced Monday afternoon.
Nichols Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Obituary: William Edward Calhoun
Funeral service for William Edward Calhoun, 80, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 21, 2016 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rickey...
Obituary: Sandra Dee Johnson
Memorial Services for Sandra Dee Johnson, age 53 of Cullman will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 21, 2016 at Vinemont Christian Church,...
Obituary: Edward Vickery
Funeral arrangements for Edward Vickery, 90, are incomplete at this time.
Nichols Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
East Elementary Hosts Archery Tournament
Today I was shooting and I realized it was important to take your time. The more you take your time, the more you will...
“Dorothea Lange: Grab a Hunk of Lightning”
Dyanna Taylor is an accomplished filmmaker with five Emmys. It was an honor to have her on our campus to screen this film, which...
Memory Gardens Meeting Draws Big Crowd at City Hall
The turnout was good and we had a large crowd. Everybody had a chance to speak and we listened. We’ll take what they said,...
The Link of Cullman County’s Annual Event & Auction
We can't wait to share with you all God has done this past year through the ministry of The Link of Cullman County.”
Dawn Owens,...
Southern Rock Racing Series at Stony Lonesome March 11-12
CULLMAN - On Friday and Saturday, March 11-12, the first race in the Southern Rock Racing Series will be held at Cullman’s Stony Lonesome...
Repair work on U.S. 278 slope to begin Monday, Feb. 22, weather permitting
Current conditions pose no immediate danger to the traveling public; however, foot traffic is advised to remain clear of the slopes, retaining wall and...
Remembering Harper Lee
Ms. Alice and Ms. Nelle were all about empowering women even back before that became the popular thing to do. I bet she’s up...
Northwest Regional Tournament, Day 1
HANCEVILLE- The first round of action tipped off for 1A and 6A boys and girls in the Northwest Regional Tournament at Wallace State Community...
Meet Courtney Ferguson, 21st Century Mom
Photo shows Brian, Gavin and Courtney Ferguson.
CULLMAN - June Cleaver wore pearls, pantyhose and high heels on the beloved show “Leave It to Beaver.”...
Shedd Kills Two County Commission Bills in the House
MONTGOMERY - State Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview, led the way on Thursday to kill two legislative bills in the Alabama House of Representatives that...
APLICATIONS
Get your tater on: 21st annual Sweet Tater Festival Sept. 3-4
CULLMAN - The 21st annual Sweet Tater Festival is coming up soon. Scheduled for Labor Day Weekend, the festival will take place at Smith...
