Tag: Local

CULLMAN, Ala. - Rules no longer have bearing in college football, but we already knew that.  What we didn’t know was to what extent, but...

JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department recently acquired a newer fire truck, following a plan created back in 2022.   Chief Clint Thrasher said four years ago, the JCVFD began a five-year plan...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College student-athletes and athletic teams were well represented on the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Spring 2026 Commissioner's...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cold Springs junior Allie Light is so blessed to have God in her life, and knows that she can trust Him...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – An Altoona man was killed Thursday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Cullman County. According to Senior Trooper Brandon Bailey with...

SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - Residents of South Vinemont will have an opportunity to clean up their properties and dispose of unwanted items during the...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - After taking over a team that went 9-20 in 2025, newly-minted Fairview boys head coach Bobby Meyer and the Aggies have...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR), in partnership with the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE), plans to distribute Alabama SUN Bucks (Summer...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Ms. Senior Cullman County Sheri Rasco and Ms. Super Senior Cullman County Mazzie Twilley competed in the Ms. Senior Alabama Pageant...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Brindlee Mountain Animal Rescue and the Cullman County Animal Shelter joined forces once again for a “Pints & Paws” adoption event. It took place Saturday, June 6, at  Ethos Craft...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State student-athletes continued to shine in the classroom during the Spring 2026 semester, with 94 athletes earning recognition on either...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville recently hired a new librarian as part of its staff. Library Manager Teresa Rivera said the staff was excited to welcome fun new librarian Beth Ellis.  “She is...

Wallace State’s men’s and women’s cross country programs were recognized for their work in the classroom following the 2025 season, with both teams earning...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A Gardendale man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:05 a.m. Monday, June 8. Alabama State...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Critter Crew is launching a six-week reading program called “Tales and Tails,” which will run Wednesdays from 9-10 a.m. June 10-July 15. The program will take place at Cullman...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Sports Cooperative is holding its first “Play it Forward” sports equipment drive on Saturday, June 27, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic...

TROY, Ala. - For the first time in program history, Troy is headed to the College World Series. The Trojans punched a ticket to Omaha after...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - A long list of now-defunct professional Birmingham sports teams may sadly be getting a new chapter soon. At the Birmingham Stallions’ home...

AUBURN, Ala. – No. 4 Auburn survived and advanced, winning an arduous regional to become one of only two programs in the country to host super...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College is being represented this week at the Miss Alabama competition by sophomore Anna Kate Taylor. Taylor, 19, is...

BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Farmers Market will officially open for the season this Saturday,  June 6. It will be open 9 a.m.-2 p.m.    The town is encouraging families to come...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Monday addressed a full agenda including multiple items related to the town’s parks and recreation facilities and...

CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Relay For Life event took place Saturday, May 30, at Depot Park.  The celebration raised money for...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Local high school sports are done for the summer, but those looking for a day out at the ballpark don't have...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman senior soccer player Olivia Caretti graduated on May 22nd, 2026. She played soccer for 11 years, six of those years...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville hosted an Animal Tracks event recently as part of its Summer Reading Program.    Library Manager Teresa Rivera said they will...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State flag football closed its season ranked No. 20 in the final Women’s College Flag Football Top 25 rankings after...

HANCEVILLE — Wallace State sophomore Angel Gautier added another honor to his championship résumé when he was named to the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Junior...

HANCEVILLE — Wallace State women’s tennis placed three entries in the final Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Junior College National Rankings, which were released May 28...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Writers from across Alabama were invited to Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville on Friday, May 29, to participate in library's annual Poetry Night and...

HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond multi-sport athlete Maggie Nail received her high school diploma in May. Before heading to the University of Alabama...

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – No. 7 national seed Alabama baseball (40-19) punched its ticket to the Super Regional round of the 2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament, as...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Adults 55 and older are invited to spend Tuesday evenings in June dancing, socializing and enjoying live music during the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center's annual...

CULLMAN, Ala. - On May 28, friends, family and fellow seniors came together at the Cullman Senior Center to honor Ms. Senior Cullman County Sheri Rasco and Ms....

CULLMAN, Ala. - Officials from Cullman Electric Cooperative and Cullman County recently met to discuss the transition of water and sanitation billing services from Cullman Electric...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Relay For Life of Cullman County’s annual celebration is tonight, Saturday, May 30, from 6-10, in Depot Park. This is a...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A local woman died Friday, May 29, following a house fire at a residence on Mize Road. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education released their 2026 All-Cullman County Softball team on Friday afternoon, which comprised of 21 of...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Registration is now open for the fourth annual Ballin’ Like a Bulldog Youth Skills Camp, with plenty of spots still available for young athletes looking to participate this summer.  Hosted by B&D...

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama will be strongly represented as 17 students compete in a field of 45 for the title of...

CULLMAN, Ala. - A vintage trailer club will roll into Cullman on Saturday, June 13, from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. at JG’s Campen Life RV Campground.  JG’s Owners Greg and...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Christkindlmarkt has been selected as the 2026 Event of the Year by the Alabama Tourism Department, recognizing the festival’s...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Two people were killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9:40 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, on Interstate 65 in Cullman...

CHILDERSBURG, Ala. - This past weekend, Cullman County's 4-H Shotgun Team traveled to the Red Eagle Trap and Skeet range in Childersburg to compete...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Looking to purchase books but not spend a fortune? The Cullman County Public Library downtown has ongoing used book sales. These sales include everything from children’s books to...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The downtown branch of the Cullman County Public Library System is offering free ongoing Spanish classes for beginners and people of all ages. These classes, held every...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Smith Lake Park Memorial Day Festival took place Saturday, May 23, drawing people from across Cullman County, the state and beyond, all gathered for a day of fun in...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Located at 1714 Tally Ho St. SW in Cullman is the North Alabama Agriplex,    home to many who are passionate about educating the community on sustainability, agricultural heritage and more.  In May, the Agriplex held its...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Residents came together at the Hanceville Civic Center on Friday, May 22, for the annual Senior Fishing Day. The event, organized by the Cullman...

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – For the 16th time in program history, Alabama softball will be heading to the Women's College World Series in Oklahoma City after...

Updated May 22, 2026, at 11:02 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) recently received $500,000, delivered by Sen. Garlan Gudger,...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 2026 Hanceville Grilled Cheese Festival has been postponed due to weather, organizers announced Friday. The festival was originally scheduled for...

HOOVER, Ala. – The 15th-ranked Alabama baseball team (37-19) suffered a 13-3 loss to No. 18 Florida (39-18) on Thursday afternoon at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium....

OXFORD, Ala. - After securing their first ever region title, the Hanceville Bulldogs traveled to Oxford's Choccolocco Park on Thursday to play in their...

VINEMONT, Ala. - The Gentrys’ story starts before the skating, neon lights, birthday parties and concession stand shenanigans at Sportsworld Skate Center.   The story began 27 years ago when Shae and Valerie shared a phone...

HANCEVILLE — Wallace State men's tennis completed a perfect season Friday by capturing the NJCAA Division II National Championship at Collin College in Plano,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Visit Cullman recently announced the launch of the first-ever Cullman Restaurant Week, taking place Sept. 10–21, a communitywide celebration of Cullman...

AUBURN, Ala. – After finishing in the top six in the league for the fourth time in the last five seasons, No. 6 Auburn (36-18,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Trident Marina hosted the fourth annual Boatin’ and Boilin’ crawfish boil on Saturday, May 16, an event supporting Alabama Lakewide Charities and its search-and-recovery efforts on Smith Lake.   Jason West, a...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Memorial Day weekend will bring remembrance ceremonies, festivals, fishing events, youth baseball, water park activities and outdoor recreation across Cullman County.  Memorial Day will be observed Monday, May...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s annual Dinner on First was held in the Warehouse District on Saturday, May 16, offering a pleasant evening of outdoor dining and fundraising to support...

CULLMAN, Ala. - After defeating Randolph County 3-2 to advance to their first ever State Tournament, head coach Kim Lewis and the Hanceville Bulldogs'...

CULLMAN, Ala. - With Memorial Day approaching, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, Cullman Police Department and Cullman Fire Rescue would like to remind the residents of Cullman County to...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Smith Lake Park will host the 2026 Memorial Day Festival Saturday, May 23 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., with free admission to the public.    Cullman County...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids recently hosted its first Kickin’ it for the Kids event at the Cullman County Fairgrounds.   CASA Case Manager Alyson Miley said the main goal was...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County this week received $1 million in state funding to support educational and enrichment initiatives for local families and...

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Wallace State capped a strong week at the NJCAA Division II Women's Golf National Championship with a third-place team finish Friday at...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School celebrated America’s upcoming 250th birthday during the school’s Semiquincentennial celebration on Monday, May 11.   Police Chief Joey Duncan said the event gave students...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Parks & Recreation will host its annual Kids Fish-O-Rama on Saturday, May 23, at Veterans Memorial Park, with registration beginning at 7:30 a.m....

ALBERTVILLE, Ala. - In a year full of firsts for Hanceville's softball program, the Lady Bulldogs just tacked on another. On Thursday morning, Hanceville,...

CULLMAN, Ala. -  The first Miss Cullman Homeschool Fair Queen Pageant took place on May 8 at Harmony School, with Abby Maples, an 11th-grade homeschool student, taking the crown.   Taylor...

ALBERTVILLE, Ala. - Day two of the East Regionals at Sand Mountain Park took place Tuesday, and with Good Hope and Addison eliminated yesterday,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church will hold its annual rummage sale Friday-Saturday, May 15-16, to raise money for short-term mission trips and outreach.   Organizer Judie Hubbard said that after 11...

CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) and the Cullman County Museum Board this week announced the appointment of Molly Bloom...

CULLMAN, Ala. - On Tuesday morning, Good Hope looked to continue their run at regionals in Florence, and Meek and Addison took the field...

Florence, Ala. - The 4A North Regionals at Florence got underway on Monday morning, and the Good Hope Lady Raiders took on the Curry Lady Yellow...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Lady Lions, after sweeping Coastal Alabama - South in their final home series of the season, traveled to...

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama softball was announced as the No. 1 overall national seed during Sunday evening's 2026 NCAA Softball Tournament selection show, securing the...

OXFORD, Ala. — Wallace State opened play in the ACCC Baseball Championship with a 6-4 victory over Northwest-Shoals on Thursday afternoon at Choccolocco Park,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama High School Athletic Association has officially released the pairings for the first round of the 2026 Regional Tournaments. Hanceville...

WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point sophomore/upcoming junior cheerleader Emma Thrasher thanks God for the many blessings that He has brought into her life,...

SUMTER, S.C. — Wallace State's women's tennis team concluded its season Wednesday with a runner-up finish at the NJCAA Division II National Championship. The Lady...

EAST LAWRENCE, Ala. - After falling to West Morgan to start out this year's Class 4A Area 13 tournament on Monday, Good Hope rolled past...

BREMEN, Ala. - The Sasquatch 5K Mud Run, formerly known as the Stony Lonesome 5K Mud Run, will take place this Saturday, May 9, at 8 a.m. at Stony Lonesome OHV Park.   Cullman County Parks and...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted Locust Fork in the Class 3A, Area 12 title game on Monday night. In their prior matchup...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2026 AHSAA Outdoor Track and Field State Championship meets in Cullman (1A-3A) and Gulf Shores (4A-7A) took place over the...

CULLMAN, Ala. - A row of pickup trucks, all packed with students, lined the east fence of the Cullman Soccer Complex on Saturday night....

CULLMAN, Ala. - Curt’s Closet hosted its annual Clothed in Cullman event at Cotton Creek Warehouse on Thursday night.   Executive Director and Founder Ashley Wilson said the event was a beautiful...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Lady Bulldogs, host of the Class 3A, Area 12 softball tournament, took on Locust Fork after taking down J.B....

CULLMAN, Ala. - Baptist Health’s Cardiovascular Associates, Cullman Regional and Cullman Regional Medical Group have partnered to expand advanced cardiology care in Cullman. Well known...

SOUTH LAMAR, Ala. - After sweeping Hackleburg to start out their 2026 postseason, the Addison Bulldogs made the trip over to South Lamar to...

CULLMAN, Ala. - After Cullman's boys took a 1-0 shootout victory over Randolph and the girls defeated Decatur 2-1 last night, the stage is...

CULLMAN, Ala. - With baseball well into the playoffs, softball joins them this weekend, kicking off the postseason with area tournaments. Meek (21-9), Hanceville...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Rain concerns and an uncertain forecast did little to slow the Alabama Strawberry Festival, as large crowds filled downtown Cullman Friday...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Pilot Club of Cullman held its annual fashion show and luncheon last week, raising  money for several local organizations.   Pilot Club President Brenda Allison said one of the best...

CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday, April 25 at the Alabama Strawberry Festival, local titans united in a contest of strength, pulling a colossal John Deere tractor in support of The...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. - At Fairview High School this morning, Zayden Cruce signed his scholarship offer to play football at Huntingdon College in Montgomery. After...

CULLMAN, Ala. – An Arley man died following a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:20 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Alabama State Troopers identified...

CULLMAN, Ala. - After knocking off Ft. Payne at home to start out the Class 6A 2026 state soccer playoffs, the Cullman Bearcats looked...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Track and field sectionals took place this past weekend across the state, and stars from around Cullman County and beyond earned...