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    USDE Office for Civil Rights announces resolution of pregnancy discrimination investigation of Troy University

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    WASHINGTON, D.C. -  The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently announced the resolution of an investigation into whether Troy University...

    CHS band student Hornsby finalist in AMEA Young Composers Competition

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    CHS Principal’s Newsletter: “Congratulations to Cullman Band student Caden Hornsby for being selected as a finalist in the Alabama Music Educators Association’s Young Composers...

    Ivey issues executive order aimed at promoting transparency in state government

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed Executive Order 734, “Promoting Transparency in State Government Through Enhanced Accessibility to Public Records,” that,...

    CCSO weekly arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -  The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the last week, including:   Thursday, Jan. 19  Deputies served a warrant on Marlan...

    2 Birmingham residents charged with drug trafficking in Cullman County

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Two people from Birmingham were arrested in Cullman County on Tuesday, Jan. 24, and both are facing three counts of drug...
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    Marshall sues Biden Administration to stop ‘unlawful new immigration program’

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall’s Office on Tuesday announced that Marshall has  joined a multistate coalition suing the Biden Administration over...

    TVA asks for comments on proposed transmission project in Arab

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    ARAB, Ala. - The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is asking for public input on proposed transmission system improvements to prepare for growth and increase...

    Cullman EMS 6th Annual 911 Chili Supper & Cook-Off Feb. 18

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -  Cullman EMS will host its sixth annual 911 Chili Supper & Cook-Off Saturday, Feb. 18, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the...

    Summer Food Service Program sponsor signup begins

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Many families depend on school meals to provide nourishment to their children during the school year. At the culmination of the...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has made numerous arrests recently, including:   Tuesday, Jan. 17  Deputies arrested Derrick Lynn Vincent, 35, of Cullman,...

    Secret Hat Society: CCPS teachers wear hats as reminder of educator versatility, dedication

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - It’s no secret that teachers wear several different hats at school, so to channel that metaphor into reality, Cullman City Primary...

    CCBOE names Suzy Berryman new CSFO

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at a special-called meeting on Wednesday approved a request to hire Suzy Berryman as...
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    United Way to host communitywide food drive Feb. 6-11

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County will host a communitywide food drive to benefit all food banks, pantries and feeding ministries...

    2023 Bownes Memorial For Kids’ Sake Variety Show coming Feb. 5

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from the Cullman community are preparing to showcase their talents to benefit nursery and pediatric care at Cullman Regional on...

    ALEA: ‘You Do Have a Choice’ National Passenger Safety Week

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Passengers accounted for 62% of traffic fatalities nationwide in 2019, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It’s imperative that passengers...

    R.E. Garrison acquires Georgia-based Boaty’s Transport

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -  R.E. Garrison Trucking has successfully completed the acquisition of certain assets of Boaty’s Transport Inc., a family-owned refrigerated trucking company located...

    WWF: Special Youth, Veteran and Active Military Personnel Waterfowl Hunting Day Feb. 4

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) has designated Saturday, Feb....

    How to protect your child from asthma flare-ups during the winter

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -  Parents must watch out for several illnesses during the winter, such as the flu or RSV. However, these infections may cause...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has made multiple arrests recently, including:  Thursday, Jan. 5  On Jan. 4, deputies responded to a call...

    Allen officially withdraws from ERIC organization

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Secretary of State Wes Allen has officially withdrawn from the Electronic Registration Information Center as his first official act in office.  “I...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 18, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    ADPH: Make sure your children are up to date with their childhood vaccinations

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Vaccines are safe and effective in protecting children against a variety of potentially dangerous infectious diseases. The Alabama Chapter-American Academy of...

    Marshall condemns FDA’s ‘illegal and dangerous decision to abandon restrictions on abortion-inducing drugs’

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Attorney General Steve Marshall on Friday led a coalition of 22 state attorneys general in sending a letter to the commissioner...

    Relay For Life of Cullman County announces 2023 anniversary event

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Relay For Life of Cullman County will return to Depot Park in downtown Cullman on Saturday, April 29, 2023, from 5-10...

    South to introduce new folktale ‘WUNDERGARTEN’ Feb. 3

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - 1870s German Colonial era Cullman County and the collected folktales of the Brothers Grimm inspired the original, new folktale "WUNDERGARTEN," which will...

    Ivey announces more than $40M in road and bridge projects

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday announced that more than $40 million in state transportation funding is being awarded to cities and...

    VA: Free emergency health care for veterans in suicidal crisis

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    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Starting Jan. 17, veterans in acute suicidal crisis will be able to go to any VA or non-VA health care facility...

    Blountsville man killed in crash

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    BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – A Blountsville man was killed in a single-vehicle crash at approximately 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, in Blount County.   Alabama State Troopers...

    CHS to offer new workforce training in electrical, welding, plumbing, more

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Starting next year, students at Cullman High School will be able to receive hands on training in several major trade programs...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 11, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 11, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 10, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 10, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -  The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has made multiple arrests over the last several days, including:    Tuesday, Jan. 3  Deputies conducted a traffic...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 9, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Letters from Home tour coming to Wallace State

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Erinn Dearth and Dan Beckmann will be traveling the country performing one show in each of the United States as the...

    Harris: Keep your body healthy; it may lead to better brain health

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Brain health and physical health are both important, especially as we age. According to the most recent survey of people ages...

    Agriplex hosting Green Snake Education Jan. 12

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is kicking off its 2023 programs with its Secondary Heritage Homeschool series on Jan. 12, from noon-2...

    Alabama Farm Credit expands into crop insurance with new company, Farm Shield

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Steve Tate Insurance is joining the Alabama Farm Credit family of companies. Since 1992, Steve Tate Insurance has provided crop insurance...

    ALEA announces Firearms Prohibited Person Database

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In 2021, the Alabama Legislature passed the Alabama Uniform Concealed Carry Permit Act (Act 2021-246) which went into effect Jan. 1, 2023....

    Obituary: Rebecca Marie “Beki” Glass

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    A memorial service will be held on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2022, at Walter Baptist Church in Hanceville, AL, to celebrate the life of Rebecca...

    ALEA: 19 fewer traffic fatalities in 2022 than 2021

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Over the course of 2022, Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division investigated crashes that resulted in 19...

    Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 4, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 4, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 3, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 2, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Pediatric Dental Associates, Cullman Orthodontics open new building Jan. 2

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Pediatric Dental Associates and Orthodontics this week announced its new building, which will house Pediatric Dental Associates and its new orthodontic...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the Christmas holiday, including:   Thursday, Dec. 22  Deputies arrested Kenneth Author Burks, 21,...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 30

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 30, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Former Air Force Captain Stacia Robinson to lead Alabama Office of Minority Affairs

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced she is tapping Stacia Robinson to serve as director of the Alabama Office of Minority...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 29

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 29, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Merrill: Audit program confirms accuracy of Alabama elections

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Secretary of State John H. Merrill on Tuesday announced the completion of the post-election audit pilot program. The results of the...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 28

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 28, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Bloomin’ Festival set for April 22-23, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - While the South may be experiencing some of the coldest temperatures of the year, St. Bernard is warming up for the...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 27

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 27, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    $2.65M awarded to combat homelessness in Alabama

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The State of Alabama has awarded $2.65 million to help Alabamians who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless obtain shelter...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 22, 2022

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 22, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    ALEA: Be ready, be safe during wintry weather

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Forecasts are calling for extremely cold weather, which could potentially produce a wintry mix in certain areas across the state leading up...

    ADPH: Prevent hypothermia; recognize, seek medical attention if symptoms occur

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Staying warm, keeping well informed and taking extra precautions are extremely important during times of extremely cold weather, such as the...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 21

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    NWTF donates more than $143K for wildlife management

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) recently allocated more than $143,000 in Hunting Heritage Super Funds and...

    Philip Mayer to lead Tyson’s Blountsville facility

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    BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Tyson Foods has named Philip Mayer plant manager of its Blountsville poultry processing facility. Mayer brings over a decade of experience...
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    State November unemployment rate 2.7%; Cullman Co. 2nd lowest at 1.8%

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted November unemployment rate is 2.7%, unchanged from October, and below November 2021’s rate of 3.1%. November’s rate...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 20

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 20, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    ALEA: Travel safe, arrive safe this holiday season

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Holiday safety is an issue that burns brightest from late November to mid-January, when families gather, parties are scheduled and travel...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 19

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 19, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 16

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    $7.1M awarded to AL domestic violence and sexual assault service providers

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala.  – Multiple organizations around the state that provide services to domestic violence and sexual assault victims were recently awarded grants totaling $7.1...

    Governor awards $1.4M to assist child abuse victims in north Alabama

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Five nonprofit organizations in north Alabama were awarded $1.4 million to provide child abuse victims with access to professional assistance in...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 15

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 15, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Cullman Regional EMS 1st in state to provide blood transfusions in the field

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional’s ambulance service, Cullman Emergency Medical Services (CEMS), is the first ambulance provider in Alabama to provide blood treatment in...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests over the last several days, including: On Thursday, Dec. 8, deputies arrested Amanda...

    Agencies receive almost $48M to assist low-income families with utility costs

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Local grants totaling nearly $48 million have been awarded to local agencies to help low-income households with utility costs. The grants...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 14

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Alabama man brings Pearl Harbor/Day of Infamy Flag back to Washington

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    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Bryan Morgan of Birmingham came to Washington Monday, Dec. 12, on a special mission.  Back in 1941, his father, Earl Morgan...

    Eagle Awareness Weekends planned for early 2023 at Lake Guntersville State Park

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    GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. – One of the most popular programs offered by Alabama State Parks is back for its 37th year.   Lake Guntersville State Park will...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 13

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 12, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the last several days, including:  Thursday, Dec. 1   Deputies arrested Timothy Allen Karns,...

    Cullman City Schools central office becomes living art exhibit

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Schools central office in downtown Cullman will turn into a building-sized art exhibit on Tuesday, Dec. 13, from...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 12

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 12, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    GOP speaker nominee announces choices for committee chairs

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Rep. Nathaniel Ledbetter, R-Rainsville, the Republican Caucus nominee for speaker of the Alabama House, on Wednesday announced that if he is...

    ALEA awarded $1.5M for Troopers, training

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey recently awarded grants totaling about $1.73 million to help keep Alabama highways safe and ensure that motorists who...

    Put in a token, get a book!

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary School is making it more fun than ever for students to get their hands on a good book, with...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 9

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 9, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Casting Crowns to perform at Sand Mountain Amphitheater April 15

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    ALBERTVIILLE, Ala. -  Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater (SMPA) is excited to announce the 2023 concert season opener. Christian Rock band Casting Crowns will...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 8

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 8, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Local heritage group donates to Cullman Caring for Kids

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Sons of Confederate Veterans Thomas Jefferson Denney Camp #1442 of Cullman presented a check to Cullman Caring for Kids recently...

    Nominations open for Alabama State Parks 7th Annual Eagle Awards

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama State Parks Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will again recognize special contributors to the...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 7

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 7, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.   GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Capitol Christmas tree lit

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala.  – Alabama’s annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony took place Friday evening.   Arriving at the Alabama State Capitol, accompanied by a blue siren...

    ACES: Pest proof your home to keep critters away this winter

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    AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Winter can bring a seemingly sudden invasion of indoor pests when the weather turns cold. Dealing with these critters can...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 2

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 2, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Cullman man arrested on burglary charges in Florence

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    FLORENCE, Ala. – Braden Boner, 19, of Cullman, was arrested Tuesday by the Florence Police Department during an attempted burglary at a Walgreens Pharmacy...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 1

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 1, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Troopers report 8 fatalities over Thanksgiving travel period

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – As holiday travel numbers continue to reflect pre-pandemic numbers, Troopers within the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division investigated...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the weekend, including:   Thursday, Nov. 24  Deputies responded to a reported burglary in the...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 30

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 30, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Santa Claus visiting Dodge City Jack’s Dec. 12

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    DODGE CITY, Ala. – Jack’s in Dodge City will host Santa for a special evening of holiday cheer and hand-made Southern food. Families are...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 29

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 29, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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    Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 28

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    Cullman County Sheriff’s Office   Incidents  November 21  domestic violence; Co. Rd. 392 assault; Co. Rd. 695 unlawful possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Co. Rd. 1098 theft of...

    Students get creative for 100th National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – From state flowers to notable landmarks, American students have designed one-of-a-kind ornaments to celebrate the places they call home.   These ornaments will...

    Ivey offers support to Operation Iron Ruck

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday offered her support to Operation Iron Ruck (OIR), an effort by student veterans at The University...

    Tigers for Tomorrow fall, winter hours

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    ATTALLA, Ala. - Tigers For Tomorrow Wild Animal Preserve has a family weekend planned! The preserve will be open Friday-Sunday, Nov. 25-27, from 9...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the last several days, including:   Saturday, Nov. 19  Deputies conducted a traffic stop...