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    Cullman City Council terminates wastewater plant head Jake Calloway following arrest

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Tuesday, Jan. 27, after a lengthy closed-door executive session, voted to terminate the employment of Cullman...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Bulldogs roll past Lady Yellow Jackets in 49-18...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- It was Youth Night inside Lane Horton Gymnasium, as the Hanceville Bulldogs took on the Corner Yellow Jackets in Thursday night hoops...

    Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 27, 2026

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 22 – 26, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ =...

    TRACK & FIELD: West Point’s Sutter qualifies for state championships, Warriors...

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The West Point high school track and field team traveled to the Birmingham CrossPlex to compete in the first two days of...

    BREAKING NEWS: Hanceville Mayor Paul Campbell resigns, cites personal loss and...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Hanceville Mayor Paul Campbell has resigned from office, effective immediately, citing the ongoing impact of personal loss and the demands facing...

    Cullman City School Board meeting notes: Jan. 20 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board at its last meeting recognized educators, approved contracts and reviewed personnel actions during its regular meeting.  During...

    BOOK REVIEW: ‘Proving Ground’ by Michael Connelly 

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    The Lincoln Lawyer is back with the eighth novel of the Mickey Haller (Lincoln Lawyer) series.   Mickey Haller is the half-brother of Harry Bosch, a...

    Cornelius officially qualifies to run for Cullman County revenue commissioner 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Kenneth Cornelius has officially qualified to run for Cullman County revenue commissioner as a Republican.   Cornelius...

    2025 All-County Football honors

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    Cullman County Schools congratulates the following young men for earning All-County Football honors for the 2025 season. Cold Springs: Ayden Black , Will Jackson, Trey...

    North Alabama Agriplex announces local author visit Feb. 13-14 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex announced it will welcome Alabama author Heather C. Morris for three separate classes.   On Friday, Feb. 13, Morris...

    Very cold temperatures into this weekend 

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Monday, Jan. 26, 7 a.m. Flurries occurred across the northern half of the state overnight, with some snow showers near and north of...

    Wallace State: More than 860 students earn honors for Fall 2025...

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      HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 862 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall...

    United Way of Cullman County invites local nonprofits to apply for...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County invests donor dollars back into local nonprofits that are working every day to improve life for...

    Local band Raine performs at scholars bowl fundraiser 

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    WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School’s Scholars Bowl team hosted a fundraising concert in the school auditorium Jan. 17, featuring a rising...

    ALDOT warns of black ice danger as temperatures drop

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    The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is urging motorists to use extreme caution in the coming days as temperatures are expected to drop below...

    ALDOT prepares for icy roads in north Alabama

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    Plummeting temperatures across north Alabama will pose a significant and widespread threat of icy roads this afternoon and throughout the night. The threat may...

    Alabama unemployment rate holds steady at 2.7% 

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed announced Friday, Jan. 23, that Alabama’s preliminary seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for December held...

    Jacobs proclaims Lutheran Schools Appreciation Week in Cullman 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Jan. 25–31, 2026 Lutheran Schools Appreciation Week in the city of Cullman, recognizing the long-standing...

    Files from Yesteryear: Jan. 24, 1952

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    Back - a - Bit (From The Tribune Files of 1902 and 1932) 50 YEARS AGOMr. and Mrs. H. V. Weeks and daughter, Miss Roxie, have...

    COLUMN: When the phones stopped ringing

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    Where were you when the phones stopped ringing, that January day? That January day was Wednesday, Jan. 14. For roughly 10 hours that day,...

    Winter weather and severe storm threat continue, followed by very cold...

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Saturday, Jan. 24, 2 p.m. …The forecast for freezing rain and sleet well north of I-20 remains unchanged……Upgrade to Slight Risk for...

    Medical cannabis program advances in Alabama; Cullman County positioned for dispensary...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama’s long-delayed medical cannabis program is moving closer to becoming operational following recent action by the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission. Cullman...

    Aderholt announces $2.5M for Wallace State Community College affordable housing and...

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    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama on Friday, Jan. 23, announced $2.5 million in federal funding for Wallace State Community College’s Lions’ Village project...

    Jacobs proclaims Catholic Schools Week in Cullman 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Jan. 25–31, 2026 as Catholic Schools Week in the city of Cullman, recognizing the long-standing...

    Tulip fields, Alabama Tulip Festival coming to Cullman’s 4D Farm 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County’s 4D Farm has announced an addition to the family friendly attraction: tulip fields.    4D Farm Owner Beth Daniel said...

    CJ House: Restoring Women Outreach announces 6th sober-living home 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Restoring Women Outreach, a local program that has been serving women in Cullman since 2011, recently announced its sixth sober-living home. Founder...

    Cullman City Primary School named 2025 Safe School Award winner

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School is one of just nine schools in the state of Alabama to be awarded a 2025 Safe...

    Dingler, Swann named CCBOE/AmFirst December Employees of the Month 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools this week announced that Chrissy Dingler and Jennifer Swann have named December Employees of the Month.  Teacher of the...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Strong second quarter, second half helps no. 2 West...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The 2026 Cullman County Basketball Tournament concluded with the varsity boys championship game between no. 1 Cold Springs and no. 2 West...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: No. 1 West Point holds off no. 3 Good...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The no. 1 West Point Lady Warriors met no. 3 Good Hope in the Cullman County Basketball Tournament varsity girls championship on...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: No. 1 West Point knocks off no. 3 Good...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The JV boys county champions would be decided on Championship Friday, as the top-seeded West Point Warriors faced off against the third-seeded...

    Aderholt announces $13.5M for St. Bernard Bridge, U.S. 278 improvements

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    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama on Friday, Jan. 23, said he secured $13.5 million in federal funding for the U.S. Highway 278 St. Bernard Bridge replacement...

    Winter weather and possible severe storms update

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Friday, Jan. 23, 2:45 p.m. …Ice Storm Warning for Lauderdale, Colbert and Franklin counties from midnight Saturday until 6 p.m. Sunday… …Winter Weather...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Ellis’ all-around game pushes No. 2 Cold Springs to...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- In the first matchup of championship Friday, the no. 2 Cold Springs Lady Eagles took on no. 5 Holly Pond to finish...

    Cullman Power Board urges preparation as winter weather increases outage risk

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - With forecasts calling for a mix of winter precipitation and rapidly falling temperatures, Cullman Power Board officials are urging residents to...

    Arrests and Incidents reported January 23, 2026

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Winter weather and possibly severe storms this weekend

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Friday, Jan. 23, 7 a.m. …Ice Storm Warning for Lauderdale, Colbert and Franklin counties from midnight Saturday until 6 p.m. Sunday……Winter Weather...

    Berlin council addresses Flock camera, farmers market details  

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    BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council at its meeting Monday, Jan. 19, welcomed Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Cheryl Hawkins, who answered questions...

    Wallace State signs transfer agreement with Western Governors University 

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.  - Leaders from Wallace State Community College and Western Governors University recently gathered at the James C. Bailey Center on campus to...

    Build a stronger hive at the 31st Annual Alabama Beekeepers Symposium...

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    AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Honey bee enthusiasts are invited to see what all the buzz is about at the 31st Annual Alabama Beekeepers Symposium...

    Cullman County included in state of emergency proclamation ahead of weekend...

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday signed a proclamation issuing a state of emergency for 19 northern counties ahead of the anticipated...

    Winter precipitation still forecast

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Thursday 7 a.m., Jan. 22, 2026 A Winter Storm Watch is in effect north of I-20 from 6 p.m. Friday through 6...

    Arrests and Incidents reported January 22, 2026

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Chapman’s double-double, team defense lead no. 2 West Point...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- In the final game of day four of the Cullman County Basketball Tournament on Wednesday, no. 2 West Point and no. 6...

    City school system celebrates 5 new National Board Certified Teachers 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools welcomed five more teachers who recently achieved National Board Certification.  Nicole Heptinstall - East Elementary School - Certification in...

    Alabama’s Ultimate Fishing Expo in Cullman draws thousands from across the...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The inaugural Alabama’s Ultimate Fishing Expo drew large crowds and widespread praise as anglers and outdoor enthusiasts filled the Cullman OmniPlex...

    Pet of the Week: Whitaker, a quiet companion with an attentive...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Whitaker is a red heeler, approximately 2 years old, with a medium to high energy level and an unusually quiet presence...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Balanced scoring, defense helps no. 1 Cold Springs get...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- A spot in the championship game was on the line Wednesday night, as the top-seeded Cold Springs Eagles took on the no....

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: No. 3 Good Hope advances to championship after winning...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- In the second semifinal matchup of Wednesday afternoon, no. 3 Good Hope and no. 2 Vinemont met for a shot at no....

    Winter Storm Update

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    CLANTON – Wednesday 300 pm, January 21, 2026 Temperatures have trended slightly warmer near and north of I-20 but impacts still expected. The past couple of...

    Cullman City Schools monitoring winter storm; decision on Monday and Tuesday...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools officials are closely monitoring weather conditions ahead of an approaching winter storm as administrators evaluate potential impacts to...

    Cullman County Schools monitoring weather as storm system approaches

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette said the district is closely monitoring weather conditions as a major storm system approaches...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Faulkner twins, Shadix combine for 55 points in no....

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The first varsity girls semifinal game took place on Wednesday, as the top-seeded West Point Lady Warriors faced off against the fifth-seeded...

    ALDOT, ALEA preparing for potential winter weather this weekend

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) are preparing for potential winter weather this weekend. From ALDOT ALDDOT...

    Winter Storm Watch Friday Into Sunday

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    CLANTON – Wednesday 730 am, January 21, 2026 A Winter Storm Watch is in effect north of I-20 from 6 pm Friday until 6 pm...

    Arrests and Incidents reported January 21, 2026

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 21, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Threes rain as no. 2 West Point defeats no....

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- Closing out day three of the Cullman County Basketball Tournament, the two-seeded West Point Warriors took on the seven-seed Hanceville Bulldogs in...

    Thursday Novel Creations at the library 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Every Thursday at 3 p.m. the Cullman County Public Library welcomes its Novel Creations crafting group. They gather to create a...

    Cullman library hosts quarterly card trading event  

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Pokémon cards were first launched in the mid-1990s and have recently regained traction by popular demand. In 2016 the release of...

    Local Eats: Pop’s Cafe  

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Are you looking for a restaurant with a “blast to the past” dining experience? How about Southern entrées that are made...

    Small Business Spotlight: Patsy’s Alterations  

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work from the comfort of your own home doing what you...

    Editorial: There is no place I can go and leave Cullman...

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    I have come to understand that rest is not simply a matter of distance. I can leave town. I can change scenery. I can stand...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: No. 5 Cold Springs upsets no. 4-seeded Fairview 50-36...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The second varsity girls matchup of the night saw the No. 4 seed Fairview Lady Aggies take on the no. 5 seed...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Slick passing, Marsh’s shooting the difference in no. 6...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- In the second matchup of the varsity boys bracket on Tuesday evening, the no. 3 Fairview Aggies met a feisty sixth-seeded Vinemont...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Big second half helps propel no. 3 Good Hope...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- Day three of the 2026 Cullman County Basketball Tournament started with a varsity girls matchup between No. 3 seed Good Hope and...

    Arrests and Incidents reported January 20, 2026

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 20, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

    Notes from latest CALiCo meeting 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Literacy Council (CALiCo) met Jan. 14 to review recent activities and discuss upcoming events and priorities to expand...

    Casino Night fundraiser to support Cullman High School soccer set for...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Supporters of Cullman High School soccer will have a chance to enjoy an evening of games, food and friendly competition when...

    St. Paul’s Lutheran School to host Spring Open House Feb. 5  

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School will host a Spring Open House on Thursday, Feb. 5, from 5:30-7 p.m., welcoming families and members...

    Rotary Club donates $5K toward library bathroom renovations 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board at its regular meeting on Thursday, Jan. 15, saw the Cullman Rotary Club present a...

    Hanceville Parks and Recreation hiring full-time and seasonal positions 

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for multiple employment opportunities, including one full-time position and several seasonal roles ahead of...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Allbright and No. 4 seed Holly Pond stuff no....

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- Capping off day two of the Cullman County Basketball Tournament on Monday was the first game of the varsity boys bracket, which...

    County Tournament: Robinson’s big second quarter helps propel no. 2 Vinemont...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala - The no. 2 Vinemont Lady Eagles faced off against the no. 7 Hanceville Lady Bulldogs in the first varsity girls' matchup...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Buchanan’s big third pushes no. 3 Good Hope to...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- With the game tight and the Aggies having just taken a 27-26 lead, Good Hope's star point guard, Web Buchanan, took charge....

    County Tournament: No. 2 Cold Springs advances to JV Girls championship...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The first JV girls semifinal game on Monday saw the no. 2 seed Cold Springs Lady Eagles take on the no. 3...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: No. 1 seed West Point takes down no. 5...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- Day two of the Cullman County Tournament saw its' JV Girls no. 1 seed go down in the first game, but the...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Physical no. 5 seed Holly Pond knocks off no....

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The Cullman County Basketball Tournament kicked off with a semifinal matchup between no. 5 Holly Pond and no. 1 Fairview, who got...

    Cold today into Tuesday with potential winter weather late week

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    CLANTON, Ala. – A chilly couple of days with high temperatures both today and Tuesday from the 40s north to the 50s south.  Lows tonight...

    Kitten in Russell County tests positive for rabies; 1 individual exposed

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health is urging people to be cautious around stray animals following a stray cat testing positive...

    ACES: Considerations for successful watermelon production

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    Watermelons can be a great crop for both home and commercial production. The following information outlines several key considerations before growing watermelons. Preparing the site Like...

    Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program applications now open in Cullman County 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Applications are now open for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), offering eligible low-income seniors in Cullman County and throughout...

    St. Bernard Preparatory School Honor and Merit Rolls

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    Honor Roll – Fall Semester 2025 Semester average 95.0 and above  Grade 7  Ryan Keough Helena Perkins  Grade 8  Kade Chamblee Eleanor Franklin Vivian Gargan Jesus Sanchez Andrade Murphy Thomas   Grade 9  Brooklynn Agnello Payton Becker Chloe Brewer Aaron...

    COLUMN: A case of hit and run

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    I had never experienced anything quite like it. To say I was shocked would probably be an overstatement, but I certainly didn’t see it...

    Files from Yesteryear: Jan. 17, 1935

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    From the files of Jan. 17, 1935 CULLMAN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Klaxograms The Debating Club The officers of the debating club are: President, Ruth Kaple; vice-president, Leldon Singleton;...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Balanced scoring helps no. 2 seed Fairview get past...

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    Hanceville, Al. - Day one of the 2026 Cullman County Basketball Tournament concluded with a JV boys matchup between the no. 2 seed Fairview...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Ellis’ 35-point gem drives no. 2 seed Cold Springs...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- No. 2 seed in the JV girls bracket, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles, faced the no. 7 seed Hanceville Lady Bulldogs in...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: No. 3 seed Good Hope knocks off no. 6...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The second game in the JV Boys division featured the no. 3 seed Good Hope and the no. 6 seed Holly Pond....

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: No. 3 seeded Good Hope JV girls play complete...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The no. 3-seeded Good Hope Lady Raiders took on the no. 6 seed Vinemont Lady Eagles in game two of the JV...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Chasteen, Belcher help No. 5 Cold Springs JV boys...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The no. 4 seed, Vinemont, faced off against the no. 5 seed, Cold Springs, in the first JV boys matchup of...

    COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Mayfield shines as No. 5 seed Holly Pond JV...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The 2026 Cullman County Basketball Tournament tipped off on Saturday afternoon at Wallace State with a gritty defensive battle between the no....

    CHA: Public housing waitlist pre-applications available 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. –  Pre-applications for the Cullman Housing Authority's public housing waitlist are available now. CHA Executive Director Marquisha Griffin advised all people interesting...

    Bowling officially qualifies for Alabama Senate race 

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    BATTLEGROUND, Ala. - Cullman County’s James R. (JR) Bowling has officially qualified to run for Alabama Senate, District 4.   Bowling announced his candidacy in December.   Bowling...

    Oden officially qualifies for reelection to Alabama Public Service Commission, Place...

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    EVA, Ala. - Jeremy Oden officially qualified Jan. 14,  as a candidate for re-election to the Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 1.  Oden announced his...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Broncos, Bulldogs’ boys collect area wins on Holly...

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    HOLLY POND, Ala.- If you desired to go out and see a pair of defensive games, then Holly Pond was the place for you....

    Safe surrender

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    Safe Haven Baby Box installed at Cullman Fire Rescue Station No. 3  CULLMAN, Ala. - Local leaders and community members gathered Thursday, Jan. 15, at...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Addison varsity boys and girls topple St. Bernard

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    Addison traveled to St. Bernard to play an area game in both girls' and boys' basketball. Addison came away with a sweep as the Lady...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs loses key player, Falkville pulls off huge...

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    FALKVILLE, Ala.- The 21-1 Cold Springs Eagles traveled 35 miles north to face the 14-6 Falkville Blue Devils on Friday night. The first half...

    ‘Everyone has secrets’: PostSecret at Karma’s

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma's Coffee House is inviting the community to anonymously share their secrets this January through an interactive art installation inspired by...

    Arrests and Incidents reported January 16, 2026

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 14, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...