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    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Fairview edges West Point 33-28 to claim back...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – West Point and Fairview clashed in Saturday’s second county title game and for the second consecutive season, the Aggies are JV...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: JV Lady Raiders capture county title with 43-32...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – We tipped off Championship Saturday the Cullman County Tournament with the JV Girls finals between Good Hope and Cold Springs and...

    Hanceville dispatchers enjoying newly renovated office

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Police Department dispatch crew is finally settling into their newly renovated space this week; new chairs and consoles, along...

    Sinkhole discovered on County Road 222

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - On the afternoon of Friday, Jan. 26, a large sinkhole was discovered along the shoulder of County Road 222. The roadway...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point advances to county finals with 51-44...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond and West Point met in Friday night’s final county tournament game with a spot in Saturday’s championship game on...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Raiders pull away to top Fairview 58-42, advance...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The top-seeded Good Hope Raiders faced off against Fairview in Friday night’s first varsity boys’ semifinal and after a tight first...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point topples Good Hope 49-44, advances to...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – West Point clashed with Good Hope in Friday night’s second JV Boys semifinal game at the Cullman County Tournament and after...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Fairview advances to JV Boys finals with 47-34...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Day four at the Cullman County Tournament tipped off with a JV Boys semifinal matchup between Fairview and Vinemont. The Aggies...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 26, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 26, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    ‘It was a door that needed to be opened’ 

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    Cullman Lions Club has first female member   CULLMAN, Ala. – Some residents may only know the Cullman Lions Club as the “people at the fair,”...

    PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs’ Edgeworth named Gatorade Player of the...

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    CHICAGO (January 26, 2024) — In its 39th year of honoring the nation's most elite high school athletes, Gatorade today announced Ethan Edgeworth of Cold Springs...

    Cullman City Council praises response to winter storm

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday offered praise for the response of multiple City departments to last week’s ice storm, noting...

    Logan man killed in wreck 

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    Updated Jan. 26, 2024, at 8:50 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - A Logan man died in a two-vehicle crash on Thursday, Jan. 25, just after 12:40...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point advances to county finals with 57-38...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – We capped off Thursday night’s county tournament action with a semifinal battle between West Point and Cold Springs and the Lady...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Good Hope races past Vinemont 77-56 to advance...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Good Hope and Vinemont clashed in the county tournament’s first varsity semifinal game Thursday night and after a back and forth...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Good Hope pulls away to top Holly Pond...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Lady Raiders squared off against the Lady Broncos of Holly Pond in the JV Girls semifinals Thursday night...

    Flooding rain threat continues with severe storms possible today and Saturday

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Radar estimates that widespread 2-4 inches with isolated spots over five inches fell through 5 am near and west of I-65,...

    Cullman City School Board honors Gunter, Bowen

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board recognized two educators as 2024 Teachers of the Year at its regular meeting that had been...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point advances to semifinals with 68-42 win...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – West Point and Cold Springs clashed in Wednesday night’s final county tournament matchup with a spot in the varsity boys’ semifinals...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Vinemont takes 41-38 thriller over Holly Pond to...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond and Vinemont battled it out in Wednesday night’s first varsity matchup at the county tournament and it came down...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Cold Springs edges West Point 41-35 to advance...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This year’s county tournament resumed play at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Wednesday night, and we tipped things off with a...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 24, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 24, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    ADCRN’s Blankenship testifies before House Committee about impact of GOMESA funds

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - At the request of Alabama Representative Jerry Carl (R) and the House Natural Resources Committee, Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship traveled to...

    Flooding rain, storms into weekend

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Rain and thunderstorms ahead of a line of storms will move across the state from this morning through evening with several...

    Valentine’s Celebration at Stone Bridge Farms Feb. 10

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Planning ahead for an intimate, upscale date night experience this Valentine’s Day? Find a sitter for the children and slip on...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Holly Pond advances to semifinals with 62-59 OT...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A varsity boys’ matchup between the Holly Pond Broncos and Hanceville Bulldogs capped Tuesday night’s county tournament action and four quarters...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point earns 56-44 win over Fairview, advances...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – In our first varsity matchup of the night, West Point and Fairview duked it out for a spot in Thursday night’s...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point routs Holly Pond 58-13 to advance...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – West Point and Holly Pond met in the opening round of the JV Boys tournament Tuesday night and the Warriors dominated...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Lady Broncos top Fairview 58-32, advance to JV...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Tournament got back underway at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Tuesday night, and we tipped things off...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 23, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 23, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Tree sale coming to Agriplex Feb. 24

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - After surviving the recent ice storm, many residents may be dreaming of warmer temperatures and sunny days spent in the garden....

    Lost wages and grocery bills: Now what?

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - An estimated 59% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, according to a survey by Charles Schwab. That’s 59% of Americans...

    140 jumpers brave 2024 Polar Bear Plunge

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Brave souls of all ages braved the wintry waters of WildWater at Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism’s 2024 Polar Bear...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Fairview punches ticket to semifinals with 64-44 win...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies and Vinemont Eagles battled it out in Monday night’s final county tournament matchup and after building a 32-18...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Cold Springs advances to semifinals with 65-27 win...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Cold Springs and Hanceville faced off in the first varsity matchup of this year’s county tournament Monday night and the Lady...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Good Hope downs Hanceville 66-25, advances to JV...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders and Hanceville Bulldogs met in Monday night’s second JV Boys County tournament matchup and the Raiders were...

    COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Vinemont advances to JV Semifinals with 50-31 win...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After icy weather delayed the start of this year’s event, the Cullman County Basketball Tournament finally got underway at Wallace State’s...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 22, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 22, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘Never take the ability God gave us for granted’:...

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- This was the first full season on varsity for Fairview junior volleyball player Karlie English and she talked about what she...

    Alabama’s Nick Dunlap wins PGA Tour Event, The American Express

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    LA QUINTA, Calif. – University of Alabama sophomore men's golfer Nick Dunlap became the first amateur to win a PGA Tour event since 1991 when he claimed...

    Wallace State hosts VEX IQ robotics competitions

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — On Saturday, Jan. 13, Wallace State Community College welcomed 46 teams to campus for VEX IQ robotics competitions for elementary and...

    Hanceville Exxon ensures locals receive warm meals

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In most small Southern towns, there’s a hub – a location that attracts retired farmers and their buddies for biscuits and...

    Victoria’s Hope opens online storefront

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Victoria’s Hope has joined the ranks of other thrift and vintage boutiques creating an online presence and has officially...

    Agriplex announces tiered giving donors for New Home for the Harvest...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is excited to announce major donors for the New Home for the Harvest Capital Campaign. This includes...

    Files from yesteryear: 1937, 1994

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    From the files of 1937 Doctor R.B. Dodson is Commander of the American Legion. Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Kirtt, who formerly lived at West Point, have...

    Community of all ages comes together in time of need

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - When Cullman County was hit with frigid temps over the last several days, and ice made travel treacherous, if not impossible,...

    How to beat the chill, without killing the power bill

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – While the worst part of the winter storm week has passed, there are a few more days of freezing temperatures ahead....

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘You have to work hard for what you want...

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders had an amazing 2023 volleyball season. They took home the county title, an area championship...

    First Source for Women hosting Me and My Gal tea party...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Promising an afternoon of delectable delights, laughter and cherished connections, First Source for Women, a pregnancy resource center in Hanceville and...

    Morris Williams running for Cullman County Schools superintendent

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Morris Williams, a lifelong resident and educator, has announced his candidacy for Cullman County Schools superintendent. Williams said he brings a...

    Braving the cold for the sake of others

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -  Cullman County has effectively been at a standstill for the better portion of a week, thanks to the winter storm that...

    PREP BASKETBALL: ‘It wasn’t just a team; it was a family’:...

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    BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Lady Eagles completed their middle school basketball season not too long ago and finished second in this year’s...

    ADEM: Don’t drip faucets if temps are above freezing

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Due to excessive water demand experienced by many public water systems across the state, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management is...

    COLUMN: Tickets

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    I know some of you are going to think I’m out of my mind, and maybe I am. I bought tickets to see the Rolling...

    Type 2 diabetes risk factors: What you need to know

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    Diabetes is one of the most prevalent and costly diseases in the United States. It affects over 37 million Americans, and most people are...

    The Link closes warming shelter

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Temperatures began to plummet on Monday, Jan. 15, and Cullman County quickly succumbed to the freezing point as roads, vehicles and...

    Desperation Church adds 2 new pastors to Cullman staff

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Desperation Church last Sunday morning announced the recent hiring of two new pastors to assist in day-to-day operations at its Cullman...

    Saw Mill Road Productions: Paving the way for future artists

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Two local troubadours are offering up-and-coming musicians and artists real-word experience in the music industry, giving them insight and encouragement into...

    Auburn names Derrick Nix Offensive Coordinator, Kent Austin Quarterbacks Coach

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    Auburn, Alabama—Derrick Nix has been named offensive coordinator and running backs coach at Auburn, head coach Hugh Freeze announced Wednesday. A native of Attalla, Alabama,...

    Introducing ‘Cullman Today’ weekday news broadcast 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Today, originally a popular Facebook page, has been relaunched as a news broadcast of the same name that will run...

    Avoid freezing disaster: 15 tips from a plumber

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - While the promise of snow and freezing temps may sound like a dream to some, others are aware of the lurking...

    ALDOT cautions against travel as conditions worsen

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    ALDOT advises motorists that travel is hazardous and expected to become more hazardous as conditions worsen tonight in north Alabama. Non-essential travel is strongly discouraged. At...

    Winter precipitation ending this morning but bitterly cold temperatures continue

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    Winter Weather Advisories will be expiring across eastern and southeastern sections between 9 am – 12 pm. Wind Chill Advisories and Hard Freeze Warnings for...

    Start the new year with a pantry cleanout  

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    AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Take advantage of the cold weather and make the time spent indoors productive. Angela Treadaway, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System...

    United Way hosts largest Business Alliance Breakfast to date 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The scene was buzzing on Thursday morning at East Side Baptist Church as people poured into the fellowship hall for the...

    Scholarship audition dates set by Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students who love to sing, dance, act, play an instrument, or even work behind the scenes may attend upcoming auditions at...

    Education notes

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    Kendall Rooks awarded degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic Christine Beaudry DAVENPORT, Iowa -  Kendall Rooks of South Vinemont graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree...

    St. Bernard Prep School Honor Roll

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    Semester Average of 95.0 and above 2023-24 Semester I Grade 7 Aaron Cortes-Villegas Sipsey Drake Silas Krische Reise Rigsby Caroline Sanders Grade 8 Norah Bissot Ella Cron Ella Davis Anastasia Hazard Avery Hines Merry-Carmen Pichardo Tony Ranelli Grade 9 Joseph-Benedict...

    Local potter Sandra Heaven talks Empty Bowls

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – For 19 years, Sandra Heaven has been throwing (the process of shaping clay on a pottery wheel) bowls to benefit her...

    NWS: Winter Storm Warning for Cullman County until 6 a.m. Tuesday

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    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service office in Huntsville for Cullman County. It began at 6...

    Cullman Electric Co-op prepared for extreme cold weather

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative together with the Tennessee Valley Authority are monitoring the extreme cold weather entering the region and its impact...

    Cold weather tips from Cullman Electric Co-op

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Brrr! Extreme cold temperatures are coming our way, which means your home will be working in overdrive to keep you and your...

    Commission calls emergency meeting, declares state of emergency for Cullman County 

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    Updated Jan. 14, 2024, at 7:22 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Sunday called an emergency meeting to discuss the impending winter...

    More than 800 earn places on WSCC President’s, Dean’s Lists

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College congratulates 837 outstanding students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall...

    CCSO arrest roundup

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple unrelated arrests over the last weekend, including: Jan. 2 Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the...

    Major winter impacts beginning Sunday evening

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    CLANTON, Ala. – Sunday 7:30 am, January 14, 2024 Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories have been issued for counties north of I-20. Advisories...

    Files from yesteryear: 1933, 1952

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    From the files of 1933 Mrs. J.E. Pierce and son, Leroy of Cullman, spent the week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Nesmith at...

    PREP BASKETBALL: West Point collects area wins over Brewer

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    WEST POINT, Ala. -- After traveling to Lawrence County earlier this week, the West Point Warriors returned home Saturday afternoon to take on the Brewer Patriots...

    Op-Ed: Unions want to target one of Alabama’s crown jewel industries,...

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    Sept. 30, 1993, marked a watershed moment in Alabama history. That is the day Mercedes-Benz went against the grain and chose our state to...

    Vinemont council proclaims January Human Trafficking Awareness Month

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    VINEMONT, ALA- At its monthly meeting Jan. 9, the Vinemont Town Council  proclaimed January Human Trafficking Awareness Month. The council also discussed several upcoming...

    Relay For Life kicking off Jan. 18 to gear up for...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. –  Relay For Life of Cullman County, known for hosting an annual event dedicated to raising funds and awareness for cancer research,...

    The Link searching for volunteers to staff warming shelter Jan. 15-16

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Amid preparations happening through the county in anticipation of the incoming arctic blast, The Link of Cullman County is partnering with...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont earns 65-48 win over Susan Moore, Lady Eagles...

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    VINEMONT, Ala. — Both the Eagles and Lady Eagles of Vinemont were back home Friday night to host a pair of matchups against Susan...

    Kalen DeBoer named head coach of Alabama Football

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Kalen DeBoer, winner of the 2023 Associated Press, AFCA, Eddie Robinson, George Munger, Walter Camp and Home Depot Coach of the...

    ALEA: Troopers continue to report decrease in yearly traffic fatalities

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala.  – Over the course of 2023, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) recorded a decrease in fatalities on Alabama’s roadways. Troopers assigned...

    Charles Kelly named co-Defensive Coordinator at Auburn

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    AUBURN, Ala. – Charles Kelly, a veteran defensive coach and former Auburn football player, has been named co-defensive coordinator at his alma mater, head coach Hugh...

    Pet of the week: Rufus the Red 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Rufus the Red, an approximately 3-year-old male Aussie mix with a rustic red coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County...

    ALDOT: I-65 bridge rehab project to start soon

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    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Preparations are underway for a major rehabilitation project on the Interstate 65 Tennessee River Bridges. Nighttime lane closures are anticipated to...

    Severe weather possible followed by potential winter precipitation and bitterly cold...

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    CLANTON, Ala. – In a rare “flip”, the SPC has downgraded the previous Enhanced Risk to Slight Risk and the overall threat of tornadic...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 11, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 11, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Zoning approvals pave way for new housing developments in Cullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala. — Two recent rezoning approvals by the Cullman City Council cleared the way for new housing developments on the north and west...

    Vinemont senior lunch to be held Jan. 15

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - Listen up, seniors! It’s arguably the best day of the month and it is headed your way. Break out your comfortable...

    City, County, EMA plan warming stations ahead of winter storm

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission, City of Cullman and Cullman Emergency Management Agency (EMA) are in full swing teaming up to secure...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 10, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 10, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘This team is like my family’: Hanceville’s Lexi Link...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville freshman volleyball player Lexi Link completed her first year on the JV volleyball team and she talked about that experience...

    WSCC: Alumna Morelia Tinajero advocates for Alabama’s Hispanic community

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Morelia Tinajero has devoted her life to helping immigrants call Alabama home. She works at the Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders earn area wins over West Morgan

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After picking up a pair of area wins at East Lawrence last Friday, the Good Hope Raiders returned home Tuesday night to...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman rallies to top Oxford 58-50, Lady Jackets pull...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. — After traveling to Hartselle for a pair of area games Friday, the Bearcats and Lady Bearcats were back home Tuesday night...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 9, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 9, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    University of North Alabama wins MLF Abu Garcia College Fishing Tournament...

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    LEESBURG, Fla. (Jan. 8, 2024) – The University of North Alabama duo of Dylan Nutt and Carter Nutt, both sophomores from Nashville, Tennessee, won the MLF...