Religious Leader Spotlight: Reverend John Richter – A Teacher at Heart
I love the moment the light bulb turns on and someone gets it. It’s that moment when someone realizes, ‘Oh, that’s what God is...
The Luck of the Irish: Crowds Enjoy St. Paddy’s Day in Cullman
CULLMAN – There is a lot of fact and fiction behind why we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, and what the true meaning behind the holiday...
2nd Fridays Kicks Off
I love that Cullman can finally have events like this. We have evolved so much in the past five years.”
Ashley Love, 2nd Fridays Attendee
CULLMAN –...
Cullman County Awarded Over $27,000 for Emergency Food and Shelter
CULLMAN – Congress has appropriated $120 million to supplement and expand emergency food and shelter programs. Each jurisdiction's award is based upon the jurisdiction's...
A Guide to St. Patrick’s Day in Cullman
CULLMAN – Local restaurants are offering big fun and entertainment for this year’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Live music, giveaways and drink specials are...
OBITUARY: Lexie A. McSwain
Funeral Services for Lexie A. McSwain, age 85 will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 17, 2015 in the Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel. Burial...
OBITUARY: Dora Diane Pridmore
Funeral Services for Dora Diane Pridmore, 57 of Tarrant, will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2015, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Roger...
OBITUARY: Sue Henderson Tipton
Mrs. Sue Henderson Tipton, age 75, passed away Sunday morning, March 15, 2015 at her home. She was born in Cullman County to Ed...
OBITUARY: Evelyn Cone Harris Goodwin
Funeral services for Mrs. Evelyn Cone Harris Goodwin, age 93 of Cullman will be at 3 p.m. Sunday March 15 at Moss-Service Funeral Home...
OBITUARY: Irene Glass Crow
Funeral services for Irene Glass Crow will be held Monday, March 16, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home, located at 1901...
Spring Cleaning is Right Around the Corner
CULLMAN – Despite all the snow and ice lately, spring is just around the corner. Flowers will begin to bloom and the grass will...
IRS Scam Bullies Local Residents
CULLMAN – A growing scam has been spreading rapidly across the nation, and has affected some residents of Cullman County and surrounding areas. The...
CP&R Hosting Parent/Child Night Out
CULLMAN – A family night out can be one of the best ways to bond together. CP&R will be holding a Mother/Daughter PJ Party and...
OBITUARY: Hollis C. Loyd
Mrs. Hollis C. Loyd, age 85, of Cullman, passed away Friday morning, March 13, 2015 at the Folsom Center.
She was born in Blount County...
OBITUARY: Keith E Smith
Mr. Keith E. Smith of Cullman Alabama passed away on March 12, 2015 at his residence at the age of 67. He was born...
OBITUARY: Philip Earl Young
Funeral services for Mr. Philip Earl Young, age 68, of Vinemont will be Saturday, March 14 at 2:30 p.m. from Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel,...
OBITUARY: Carlton ‘Pete’ Lee Scott
Carlton 'Pete' Lee Scott, age 72, of Brent, Alabama, passed away Thursday afternoon, March 12, 2015. He was born in Cullman County to Johnny...
OBITUARY: Richard Earl Evans
Mr. Richard Earl Evans of Cullman Alabama formerly of Anniston passed away on March 6, 2015 at his residence at the age of 80....
OBITUARY: Charles Ray Edge
Funeral services for Charles Ray Edge, 74, will be at 2 p.m. Friday, March 13, 2015, at Moss Service Funeral Home Chapel, the Rev....
UPDATED: HPD Escapee Apprehended by Birmingham PD at St. Vincent’s Hospital
UPDATED: 9:20 P.M.
CULLMAN – Following several hours of searching by most all Cullman City and County law enforcement agencies, Hanceville Police Chief Bob Long...
UPDATED: Juvenile Runaway Brought to CCDC by Citizen
UPDATED 11:03 P.M.
CULLMAN – Early Friday morning Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry was asking for the public's help in locating a local runaway.
That call...
New Shanghai Circus Comes to WSCC
HANCEVILLE – On Tuesday, March 17, at 7 p.m., the New Shanghai Circus will perform in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre at Wallace State...
East Side Baptist Church Invites All to Celebrate Easter
I was radically saved and called to preach at the age of seventeen years old, a junior in high school, and started pastoring Southern...
Vinemont Eagles Baseball Team to Hold 1st Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction
VINEMONT – The Vinemont Eagles Baseball team will host their 1st Annual Pancake Breakfast & Silent Auction Saturday, March 14 in the school lunchroom....
Mirroring History: From Cullman County School to Cullman County Courthouse
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Courthouse’s current location was vacant until the year 1920 when it became home to a two-story brick building, which...
Former Alabama First Lady Marsha Folsom to Star in Ben South’s New Play
HANCEVILLE – On Saturday, March 14 at 7 p.m., Ben Johnson South’s new play, “Yours Eternally: Letters of a Lifetime” will premiere. The play...
OBITUARY: Hazel Pearl Allen
Funeral Services for Hazel Pearl Allen, age 99 will be at 3:30 p.m., Friday, March 13, 2015 in the Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel. Burial...
Cullman Savings Bank: A Business with Lots of Change
CULLMAN – Towering over the city of Cullman stands a wonderful piece of the community’s history, Cullman Savings Bank. The bank was originally known...
OBITUARY: Betty Faye Wood Freeman
Mrs. Betty Faye Wood Freeman of Cullman Alabama passed away on March 9, 2015 at Hanceville Nursing Home and Rehab at the age of...
OBITUARY: Elba Jean Johnston Sadberry
Mrs. Elba Jean Johnston Sadberry of Bremen Alabama passed away on March 8, 2015 at Cullman Regional Medical Center at the age of 77....
OBITUARY: Mattie Ruth Kenner
Funeral services for Mattie Ruth Kenner, 80, of Hanceville will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Pleasant Grove United...
CP&R Community Garden Coming in March
Cullman City Parks & Recreation has shown a long history of bringing in new and innovative facilities and programs into our community with multiple...
‘Carly’s Law’ CBD Oil Drug Trials to Begin
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) – Last Tuesday afternoon, Michelle Graham stood in the lobby of the Civitan building on UAB's campus with tears brimming in...
Dale Greer Discusses the Work of the Alabama Workforce Council at Chamber’s Biscuits &...
HANCEVIILLE – In July of 2014, Gov. Robert Bentley appointed industry leaders, educators and others to work on the Alabama Workforce Council. The council’s...
American Bulldog Charity Show Honors Young Boy
But just because a dog isn't the prettiest or doesn't walk exactly right doesn't mean it's not the best dog ever to someone who...
Chamber Hosts Seminar on Using Facebook & Social Media to Build and Grow Local...
You don’t need millions of fans, you just need to start with three or four people who want to hear what you have to...
Annual Autism Walk and 5K Returns to Hanceville April 11
HANCEVILLE – While many may be aware of the condition of autism, there is still much work to be done in the way of...
OBITUARY: Patricia Marie Compton
Patricia Marie Compton passed away March 6, 2015 at her residence. She was 73 years old.
Funeral Services will be held March 11, 2015 at...
OBITUARY: Bernadette Agnes Sponaugle
Funeral services for Bernadette Agnes Sponaugle, age 71 of Cullman, will be Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
OBITUARY: Wacota “Rastus” DeMonia
Funeral services for Wacota “Rastus” DeMonia, age 85 of Hartselle will be on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
OBITUARY: Lovie Golden
Mrs. Lovie Golden, age 88, passed away Saturday morning, March 7, 2015 in Hanceville Nursing Home. She was born in Cullman County to Greene...
A Little Black Dress & Lots of Fun
The event focuses on women. Just everyone coming together for a girl’s night out and having a good time."
Dr. Vicki Hawsey Karolewics, President of...
Why You Should Care About Net Neutrality
You have probably heard the term before, and chances are the term slipped by you. It’s easy enough to understand, but it is has...
LeNa` Powe of West Alabama Speaks on Helping Communities Help Their Workforce Development
CULLMAN – Industry and training were on the menu at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s February Community Luncheon this past Friday. With industry...
Lilly Grae & Co.: A Place to Create and Celebrate Hard Working Wives and...
The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more in life there is to celebrate!"
Audra Vest, co-owner of Lilly Grae & Co.
CULLMAN –...
More than Cookies: Girl Scouts Serve Positive Impact to Community
CULLMAN – February and March have always been the season for selling cookies, according to Girl Scout Leadership Experience Manager Debbie Hicks.
However, Hicks, who...
OBITUARY: Alta P. Easterwood
Funeral Services for Alta P. Easterwood, age 86 will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 8, 2015 in the Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel. Burial...
OBITUARY: Bettye Waites Estes
Graveside services for Bettye Waites Estes will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Cullman City Cemetery with Rev. Paul...
OBITUARY: Lena Mae Kilgo
Mrs. Lena Mae Kilgo of Cullman Alabama passed away on March 4, 2015 at her residence at the age of 90. She was born...
OBITUARY: Johnie Edward Freeman
Funeral services for Johnie Edward Freeman, age 77 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2015 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
OBITUARY: Janice Lynn Johnson
Visitation for Janice Lynn Johnson will be held Sunday, March 08, 2015 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home, located...
OBITUARY: Charles Milton Sims
Visitation for Charles Milton Sims will be held Saturday, March 07, 2015 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:01 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home, located...
New Davidson Homes Offer A piece of luxury
CULLMAN – With several expansions happening all around in industrial and retail businesses alike, the Cullman area is pulling in more newcomers to our...
Lifting Spirits
CULLMAN – This Saturday people from all over Cullman County came together for a good cause. The event, a fundraiser benefitting HopeKids, was held...
Weiss Cottage: Cullman’s Oldest Home
CULLMAN – In the heart of downtown Cullman, located at 401 1st Ave. SW, there sits a little white house. The house, although delicate...
OBITUARY: Arlan Ray Grimmett
Memorial services for Arlen Ray Grimmett, 65, of Hanceville will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at 2 p.m. at his residence 609...
OBITUARY: John Junior Stidham
John Junior Stidham, age 67 of Baileyton, passed away at his home, Tuesday, March 3, 2015. He was born in Cullman County to John...
OBITUARY: Vernell Harbison Hardy
Funeral services for Vernell Harbison Hardy, 85, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 7, 2015, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Rev....
OBITUARY: Sarah Jane Dial Stewart
Funeral services for Sarah Jane Dial Stewart, 86, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2015 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
OBITUARY: Glendon Shedd Phillips
Mrs. Glendon Shedd Phillips, age 80, of Holly Pond, passed away at her home Wednesday, March 4, 2015. She was born in Cullman County...
OBITUARY: Norma Faye (Heaton) Herron
Funeral service for Norma Faye (Heaton) Herron will be held on Saturday, March 07, 2015 from 12 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home, located...
OBITUARY: Alice A. White
Funeral Services for Alice A. White, age 73 will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 2015 in the Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel. Burial...
OBITUARY: Larry Hershel Hicks
Funeral services for Larry Hershel Hicks, age 73 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at Seventh Street Baptist...
Ice Storm 2015: Cullman Becomes Frozen For the Second Time in a Week
We appreciate everyone's patience as we make these weather calls based on the information that we receive.”
Dr. Doreen Griffeth, Cullman City Schools Superintendent
CULLMAN – Old Man Winter...
Turning Experience into Passion
CULLMAN – Everyone these days seems to fancy themselves a photographer. Social media has made it easier than ever to share and lightly edit...
Singing Through Time
HANCEVILLE – On Friday, Feb. 27, the Wallace State Singers presented “Disney Through the Decades” for a crowd that consisted of lots of happy...
Putting Cullman to Work: City and County Come Together to Host Job Fair at...
The city and county work very close together anyway, and our job together is to promote industry in any way we can. This would...
Mirroring History: From the Palace Saloon to Luyben & Boike
CULLMAN – In 1900, the Palace Saloon once stood on the corner of what is now Highway 278 and 1st Avenue.
Eventually the Palace was...
Quentin Nigg: Telling an alternate history
HANCEVILLE – One doesn’t have to look very far to find extraordinary people in Cullman County. For example, Hanceville’s Victorian Manor assisted living facility...
Overturned log truck has Hanceville PD rerouting traffic on Hwy 31
HANCEVILLE - According to Sheriff Matt Gentry a "log truck overturned in the median" on Hwy 31 in Hanceville.
Hanceville Police Department is working the...
OBITUARY: Patricia Dianne Armstrong
Patricia Dianne Armstrong passed away February 26, 2015 at her residence. She was 69 years old. She was born November 26, 1945 to Odie...
OBITUARY: John W. Chapman
Mr. John W. Chapman, age 85, of Duck River Community, passed away at his home early Friday afternoon, February 27, 2015 surrounded by his...
Historic Downtown Hanceville
HANCEVILLE – Downtown Hanceville is truly a sight to see, there are so many buildings lining the streets that are filled with old memories....
A Study of Hands
It takes all different kinds of people and all different gifts and talents to make a community. I wanted to show people who have...
Young Stars Burn Bright at For Kids’ Sake Variety Show
HANCEVILLE – For more than 20 years, the For Kids’ Sake Variety Show has brought a wonderful opportunity for youth in the Cullman area...
Winter Wonderland 2015
CULLMAN – The winter storm of 2015 is upon us and people of all ages have been outside enjoying the massive amounts of fluffy...
UPDATED 3X: Some Cullman County Residents Still Without Power
UPDATE: 02/26/2015 7:30 p.m.
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Cullman City/County Schools close Thursday, among other agencies
CULLMAN – Both Cullman City and County Schools will be closed on Thursday due to the immense amount of snowfall. Both Dr. Doreen Griffeth...
How are you enjoying the snow?
The first snow of the year has Cullman residents taking advantage of this rare opportunity. Share your snow pictures with us on Facebook.
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Cullman City/County roadways deemed impassable
CULLMAN - Cullman County EMA has just issued a statement advising residents of Cullman County and city that roadways are now impassable.
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Cullman Police Department to host Coffee with a Cop
CULLMAN – Tomorrow on Feb. 26, the Cullman Police Department and members of the community will gather together in an informal, neutral atmosphere to...
Alabama Vaccination Rate Ranks 6th Highest in Nation
CULLMAN – There has been much fear and controversy over the past several years in relation to vaccines and growing outbreaks in different parts...
Hundreds Flock to the Shrine for Healing Service
HANCEVILLE – People came out in droves to attend a special healing Mass in Hanceville on Wednesday. The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament...
County Schools to Close Feb. 20 due to Cold Weather
CULLMAN - Cullman County Schools will be closed again tomorrow due to winter weather.
Once again in the interest of doing what is best for...
ABC 33/40 Meteorologist James Spann Coming To Hanceville March 3
HANCEVILLE - ABC 33/40 Meteorologist James Spann will be making a stop in Hanceville on Tuesday, March 3, 2015. The public is invited to...
Frigid Temperatures Cripple Cullman County Schools
CULLMAN – Old Man Winter has paid Cullman County a chilly visit this week and along with freezing temperatures and dangerous wind chills, schools...
Alleged rape, sodomy, and enticing a minor has Fairview volunteer facing charges
CULLMAN – Allegations of rape, sodomy, and enticing a child under the age of 16 lands a Fairview volunteer basketball coach in Cullman County...
Cullman County Schools canceled Thursday due to winter weather
CULLMAN – Each day this week parents have waited to hear if their children would be attending school on time, on a delayed schedule,...
Empty Bowls of Cullman County Celebrates 12th Year
CULLMAN – The 12th Annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County dinner was held at the First United Methodist Church on Monday. Despite the cold and rainy weather,...
Guitars and More, LLC Coming to Cullman February 21
“There is no solid music store offering out there that carries premium brands so we decided to make a move and Cullman was the...
Cullman County Library Is Spreading the Love to its Patrons
CULLMAN – February is known as the month of valentines and love, but the Cullman County Public Library System refers to it as “Love...
OBITUARY: Addie Luene Rice
Funeral service for Addie Luene Rice, 71, of the Mt. Joy Community will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at Mt. Joy...
OBITUARY: George William VanHolt
Funeral services for George William VanHolt, 79, of Hanceville will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home...
OBITUARY: Roxie Ann Mooney
Roxie Ann Mooney of Cullman passed away on Friday, February 13, 2014 at her residence at the age of 41. She was born in...
OBITUARY: Sarah Alene Howard Allen
Funeral services for Sarah Alene Howard Allen, 77 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. Monday, February 16, 2015 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel...
UPDATED: CCSO Deputy Brian Shadowens struck while conducting traffic stop on I-65 onramp
CULLMAN – CCSO Deputy Brian Shadowens has been released from CRMC after he was struck by a passing motorist on the southbound onramp of I-65 at Exit 299.
“He has been released...
February 2015 City Council Meeting
CULLMAN - A regular Cullman City Council meeting was held last Monday night in the Lucille N. Galin Auditorium at City Hall at 7 p.m.
The...
Calling All Artists
The overarching idea behind Wallace State's annual Arts in April celebration is to provide a variety of culturally enriching events that service both the...
Scientists Discover New Procedure That Could Potentially Reverse Aging
Now we have found a way to lengthen human telomeres by as much as 1,000 nucleotides, turning back the internal clock in these cells by the...
OBITUARY: Billy Ray Baswell
Funeral Services for Billy Ray Baswell, age 79 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2015 in the Moss-Service Funeral...
APLICATIONS
Wallace State announces UAB Nursing Joint Enrollment program leading to bachelor’s...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education has announced a joint enrollment agreement with the University of Alabama at Birmingham...
