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    Wallace State Sonography program graduates 2 classes 

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College celebrated graduates of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with a pinning ceremony for graduates of the General/Vascular...

    Wallace State Diagnostic Imaging program celebrates graduates 

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Diagnostic Imaging program celebrated the success of nearly 40 students during its pinning ceremony for the class...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Meek grinds out a 56-53 overtime win over rival...

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    ARLEY, Ala.- Meek High School's basketball arena was packed wall-to-wall on Thursday night, as hundreds gathered in spite of a tornado watch to see...

    Thunderstorms enter state late afternoon

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Thursday, 1:15 pm, Dec. 18, 2025 A broken to solid line of thunderstorms will enter northwestern Alabama around 4 pm, move southeastward...

    Arrests and Incidents reported December 18, 2025

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 18, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Youth raise funds for First Source for Women 

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    Calvary Baptist Church, Cullman recently held a “Collect Pennies” contest for First Source for Women. The winner was Reagan Duke. They brought in a...

    Welcome Homestead hosting classes  

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    BAILEYTON, Ala. – Welcome Homestead, a locally owned regenerative farm and health store in Baileyton, is hosting classes for the community.   Owners Michael and Jaclyn...

    Keep pets safe around holiday decorations and foods 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Christmas decorations and holiday meals are part of what makes the season special, but they can also pose hidden dangers for...

    Pet of the Week: Holly Klaus is waiting for you 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Holly Klaus is a domestic shorthair tabby, approximately 1 year old, with a gentle presence that quietly draws you in. She’s...

    Cullman City Council closes out 2025 with marathon meeting 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday took on a huge slate of business and recognitions packed into its last meeting of...

    City School Board honors achievements, Teachers of the Year 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board held its final regular board meeting of the year Tuesday evening at Cullman High School, recognizing...

    (Updated) Superintendent of Cullman Wastewater Treatment Plant arrested

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    Updated Dec. 18, 2025, at 8:39 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – The superintendent of the Cullman Wastewater Treatment Plant was arrested Wednesday, Dec. 17. Shannon “Jake” Calloway,...

    Arrests and Incidents reported December 17, 2025

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 17, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Split Tree Designs Hat Bar

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - What began as a personal project has grown into a full creative business for Stephanie King, owner of Split Tree Designs...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs collects road sweep of Vinemont

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    VINEMONT, Ala.- It was senior night at Vinemont High School, where they hosted the Cold Springs Eagles in a county matchup on Tuesday night....

    ‘We shall remember’

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    Cullman honors veterans during Wreaths Across America ceremony  CULLMAN, Ala. – “Remember the fallen. Honor those who serve. Teach our children the value of freedom.”  The...

    West Point Scholars Bowl fundraiser to feature local musicians 

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    WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point High School Scholars Bowl Team will host a fundraiser on Saturday, Jan.17, in the school auditorium. The...

    Cullman graduate Christina Chambers found dead in Hoover home

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    HOOVER, Ala. - Former WBRC Sports Reporter and 2006 Cullman High School graduate Christina Chambers was tragically found dead in her home in Hoover...

    Cold Springs High FCCLA spreads holiday cheer 

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    BREMEN, Ala. - The Cold Springs High School FCCLA chapter spread holiday cheer through its FCCLA Angels community service project. The students raised funds...

    Honey Baked Ham holds grand opening 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman's Honey Baked Ham held a grand opening event Saturday, Dec. 13, with the first 50 guests in line receiving free...

    Shop with a Cop: ‘What it’s all about’ 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department’s longest running community policing event, Shop With a Cop, took place Saturday, Dec. 13. Officers took local...

    COLUMN: Rudolph – an exclusive interview 

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    You know him. You’ve sung about him, watched him on TV and probably even worn his likeness on an ugly Christmas sweater. But how...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Addison girls fall 55-27, boys win 60-48 at Lynn

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    Addison traveled to Lynn to play the county-rival Bears in a boy/girls matchup. The Addison girls came away with a 55-27 loss while the boys...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Priceville’s Langlois drops 31 as Vinemont goes down 62-45

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    VINEMONT, Ala.- The 9-3 Vinemont Lady Eagles and their high-powered offense hosted an 8-2 Priceville Bulldogs team with a strong frontcourt on Monday night....

    Arrests and Incidents reported December 15, 2025

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 15, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Cullman Christkindlmarkt’s walk-on Christmas arch is world’s largest

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman unveiled a record-breaking architectural landmark on Nov. 20, 2025, as part of the rapidly expanding Cullman Christkindlmarkt....

    EDITORIAL: The cost of chaos, blogs, livestreams and the erosion of...

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    There is a growing sickness in our information culture. It is not new, but it is getting bolder, louder and far more destructive.   It is...

    Files from Yesteryear: Dec. 13, 1945

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    From the files of Dec. 13, 1945 To and FroBy EAGLE EYE Only a short distance makes a lot of difference in the depth of snow....

    COLUMN: Our first Christmas together

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    We have spent 50 of them together. Jean and I spent our first Christmas together as husband and wife in 1975. We were still...

    Cullman man killed in I-65 crash; multiple people injured

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:10 p.m. Friday, Dec.12. Alabama State Troopers identified...

    DRG crews begin inspections across Cullman Power Board system 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Power Board customers may see crews from Davey Resource Group (DRG) in neighborhoods over the next several weeks as part...

    ‘One of the most rewarding experiences’

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted over 1,700 kids at the special needs rodeo at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center...

    CHS senior Madison Johnson receives full scholarship to Denison University  

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School senior Madison Johnson was recently admitted to Denison University in Granville, Ohio, with a full, four-year QuestBridge National...

    Local farmers honored at 104th annual meeting 

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - After a banner year fraught with battles on Capitol Hill and in weather-worn fields, Alabama farmers celebrated resiliency, resolve and their...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont sweeps Hanceville at home

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Eagles hosted the Hanceville Bulldogs in a county matchup on Friday night, and Vinemont came away with a 2-0...

    Woodall, Butts named CCBOE/AmFirst November Employees of the Month 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced that Derrick Woodall and Karen Butts were named November Employees of the Month.  Teacher of the Month:...

    Extension specialist outlines buying safe, appropriate toys and gifts this holiday...

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    AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The holiday shopping season is here, bringing with it the hustle and bustle of searching for the perfect gift. When...

    PREP BASKETBALL: West Point wins both matchups over Addison

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    ADDISON, Ala. - 1A Addison hosted a double header against 5A West Point on Friday night and came out with two losses. The Addison's girls'...

    EMA: Be prepared for this weekend’s cold weather 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) said residents should be prepared for dangerously cold weather this weekend. EMA Director Tim...

    City of Good Hope thanks Nexan Building Products for longtime Christmas...

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The City of Good Hope shared the following message, thanking Nexan Building Products for its longtime sponsorship of the Christmas...

    Arrests and Incidents reported December 12, 2025

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 12, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Wallace St. Lady Lions still “nowhere near our ceiling” despite 79-41...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The Wallace State Lady Lions, ranked 13th in the NJCAA, continued their hot start to the season with a 79-41 thrashing of...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Addison boys and girls pick up wins over Sumiton...

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    Addison hosted the Sumiton Christian Eagles in a boys/girl's matchup and the home folks came away happy with two wins.  The girls opened up...

    Op-Ed: APA Journalism Foundation responds to UA suspending publications

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    The Alabama Press Association Journalism Foundation is stunned by the recent decision by the University of Alabama to suspend the publication of two student...

    Lydia Haynes elected to State Equine Committee

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, Alabama farmers gathered in the Capital City Dec. 7-8 to fine-tune commodity-specific...

    Arrests and Incidents reported December 11, 2025

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 11, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Vinemont Town Council addresses municipal funds and surplus equipment

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, Dec. 8, addressing financial updates and municipal equipment during...

    Judge Greg Nicholas retiring

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Greg Nicholas is retiring after serving 20 years in the Alabama court system. In the 32nd...

    Pet of the Week: Sherwood and his soulful ‘Aroo!’

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Sherwood is a Siberian Husky mix who is about 5 years old, with a steady medium energy that makes him a...

    Outback opens in north Cullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -The ribbon was cut on the brand-new Outback Steakhouse in north Cullman on Wednesday, Dec. 10. Members of the Cullman Area Chamber of...

    CCSO hosts sponsor dinner ahead of this weekend’s rodeo 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted its annual rodeo sponsor dinner on Tuesday night at Cotton Creek Warehouse, ahead of this...

    Falkville hosts 27th annual Christmas in the Park

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    FALKVILLE, Ala. - The Town of Falkville hosted its 27th annual Christmas in the Park event on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at Jack McCaig...

    Hayden man killed in Cullman County crash

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – A Hayden man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10. Alabama State Troopers...

    ALL-SEC: Auburn’s Atkins leads quartet of all-conference Tigers

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Auburn linebacker Xavier Atkins earned First Team All-SEC honors while the league’s coaches voted defensive linemen Keldric Faulk and Keyron Crawford and running back Jeremiah Cobb to the Third Team, the...

    Arrests and Incidents reported December 10, 2025

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Raiders, Eagles notch county victories

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    BREMEN, Ala. - The Cold Springs Eagles hosted the Good Hope Raiders in a pair of varsity matchups on Tuesday night, and each school came away...

    Holiday safety at home: Protecting your family, tree and traditions

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - As Christmas quickly approaches, local officials are reminding families to slow down long enough to make sure the season’s decorations, lights...

    Fun holiday beverage trail

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    Several coffee shops around Cullman have rolled out their holiday drink and treat menus and there’s plenty to choose from. From cozy classics like...

    What’s on your Christmas reading list?

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    Christmas is a blink away! It’s time to grab a cup of hot cocoa and savor the holiday magic with a great book. Want a...

    Budget-friendly holiday meal options

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    The Christmas season is busy for everyone. Lighten the load this year by whipping up a budget-friendly holiday meal. Taco Soup Ingredients and prices from Walmart: 2.25...

    City of Cullman recognizes Steve Cummings for service

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs recently recognized Steve Cummings for his years of service on the City of Cullman Planning Commission. Cummings served...

    Santa and Mrs. Claus stop by Karma’s Coffee House

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma’s Coffee House hosted a heartwarming holiday event on Sunday, Dec. 7, welcoming families to spend the afternoon listening to stories,...

    Good Hope City Council talks Leonard Road, Love’s, Christmas activities

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday, Dec. 8, revisited earlier agreements regarding a subdivision off Leonard Road. The council noted...

    Bremen woman charged with trafficking fentanyl

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen woman as been charged with trafficking fentanyl. The Cullman Police Department said Kayla N. Graham, 32, was arrested Friday,...

    Arrests and Incidents reported December 9, 2025

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 9, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    BOWL SEASON: A guide to postseason college football in Alabama

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    CULLMAN, Ala.- For teams like UAB and Auburn, it's time to look ahead to new eras, but the season's not over yet for a...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman frontcourt fuels 63-48 win over Thompson

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    CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman Bearcats got back in the win column on Monday night, defeating Thompson 63-48 behind a strong performance from their frontcourt....

    Hanceville Robotics Team takes top county honors

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville High School Robotics Team competed in Cullman County High School Robotics Competition late last month, receiving the Excellence Award....

    ‘Simple joy of being outdoors’: East Elementary Garden Club hosts Christmas...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Community members gathered at East Elementary Friday evening, Dec. 5, for a warm and festive Christmas celebration hosted by the school's...

    CHS Theatre wins Best in Show at State Trumbauer for 2nd...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre has done it again, earning Best in Show at the State Walter Trumbauer High School Theatre Festival...

    Cullman council to update waste and zoning ordinances, approves loan for...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Dec. 8, took on multiple tasks including property annexations, money for airport improvements, updating...

    AMRV celebrates grand opening of Jack’s in Fairview

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Alabama Mountains Rivers Valleys (AMRV) Resource Conservation & Development (RC&D) Council gathered with local leaders, state officials and community members recently...

    Cullman Regional NICU welcomes 1st set of triplets

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional recently announced the delivery of its first set of triplets since opening a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in...

    Arrests and Incidents reported December 8, 2025

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 8, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Waterloo woman killed in Hwy. 157 crash; baby transported to hospital

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    MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Waterloo woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:40 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, on Alabama...

    Fit Society: Pilates and more

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Local teacher Christina Watson opened Fit Society in October. Watson, a biology teacher at Hanceville High School, has spent several years...

    COLUMN: ’Twas the day after Thanksgiving

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    ‘Twas the day after Thanksgiving, when all through the store – shoppers came early, for bargains galore – Some arrived early, to wait in...

    Files from Yesteryear: Dec. 6, 1951

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    From the files of Dec. 6, 1951 North Vinemont News Mr. and Mrs. Adell Maner and Barbara and Mrs. Perry Maner enjoyed dinner Sunday with Mr....

    PREP SPORTS: West Point track and field participates in the Magic...

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- Cullman's West Point High School Track and Field team traveled to participate in the annual Magic City Invitational this weekend. The indoor...

    Honoring our loved ones – 9th annual Tree of Remembrance ceremony...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Moss Service Funeral Home will host its ninth annual Tree of Remembrance ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m. in...

    Hanceville library hosting multiple events 

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville has a host of community events scheduled in December, January and into February.   Library Manager...

    2026 Festival of the Cranes coming Jan. 9-11 

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    DECATUR, Ala. – Over 14,000 Sandhill Cranes, along with several pairs of Whooping Cranes, spend the winter each year at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge...

    PREP SPORTS SCOREBOARD: Dec. 1-6

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    Monday, Dec. 1 Prep Basketball Priceville 45 - Good Hope 41 (VG) Fairview 54 - Cold Springs 48 (VG) Cullman 66 - Cordova 18 (VG) Cold Springs 65 -...

    Local officers complete SWAT training 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Police Department officers and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies recently completed SWAT Level 3 Hostage Rescue training.  Cullman Police Chief Joey...

    ‘Together, we make a difference’: Brandin’ Iron reflects on another successful...

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    WEST POINT, Ala. – The Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse in West Point has been hosting a free Thanksgiving dinner honoring local veterans for a decade....

    Warming stations: What you need to know 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. –  Across the county during winter months, warming stations are available for community members.   In the city, the designated warming shelter is the...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Warriors, Eagles collect county wins

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    BREMEN, Ala. - The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors made the trip to Bremen to take on the Cold Springs Eagles on Friday night, and...

    ALEA reports 7 traffic fatalities during Thanksgiving 2025 enforcement period

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has wrapped up its seven-day Thanksgiving 2025 holiday enforcement period, from Tuesday, Nov. 25, through...

    (Updated) Cullman woman charged with financial exploitation of an elderly person

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    Updated with mugshot Dec. 5, 2025, at 5:19 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – A local woman has been indicted on charges of first-degree financial exploitation of...

    Arrests and Incidents reported December 5, 2025

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Kicking his goals one at a time

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    UWA business student balances the classroom and the gridiron Whether he’s flying around a motocross track or drilling field goals for the University of West...

    Mortensen named UAB head football coach

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – UAB Director of Athletics Mark Ingram has named Alex Mortensen the eighth head coach in UAB Football history. Mortensen has served as the...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Addison defeats Cullman Christian 68-36

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    ADDISON, Ala.- The Addison Bulldogs, with less than a week of practice since the end of their football season, hosted the Cullman Christian Lions...

    Cullman City Schools honored with Alabama School Counseling Program of Distinction...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has seen its guidance counseling programs honored among the best in the state this past year, with several...

    Eve Brantley named director of Alabama Cooperative Extension System 

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    AUBURN, Ala. - Auburn University has named Eve Brantley as the 1862 Extension director for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, effective Jan. 1, 2026,...

    Wallace State celebrates industry partners, student success

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development celebrated its successes by showing appreciation to the people who have...

    Ivey announces CHOOSE Act family applications for 2026-2027 school year

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced The CHOOSE Act (Creating Hope and Opportunity for Our Students’ Education Act of 2024) family...

    Arrests and Incidents reported December 4, 2025

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Hanceville man killed in crash

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - A Hanceville man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3. Alabama State Troopers...

    Vinemont man facing child pornography charges  

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    VINEMONT, Ala. – A Vinemont man is facing multiple child pornography charges. Omar Blas Hernandez, 32, was arrested Dec. 2, by Cullman County Sheriff’s...