Tag: Local
Summer safety tips from local law enforcement, first responders
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local law enforcement, public safety representatives and first responders have collaborated to create a list of ways to practice safety in...
Snead’s Farmhouse delights at Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) was a zoo – or rather, a farm – on...
Cullman County Historical Society hosts Flying Fifty Hotel presentation
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Historical Society hosted its regularly scheduled meeting at the Cullman County Museum Sunday afternoon and enjoyed a special...
Veteran and educator George Brady takes to the skies with Wallace...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - George Brady is a 70-year-old retired veteran from Ensley who has lived a life marked by a dedication to service and...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Holly Pond will always have a special place in...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond senior Kollin Brown accomplished so much during his high school sports career and in this interview, he shared...
Summer learning: Cullman City Schools summer camp bridges gap
CULLMAN, Ala. - It might be summer vacation, but the learning never really stops at Cullman City Schools.The district’s summer learning camp ran from...
CCBOE recognized nationally for Community Report publication
CULLMAN, Ala. - The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) on Friday, June 21, 2024, recognized Cullman County Schools for its recent Community Report...
Alabama residents invited to provide input on master plan for statewide...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Alabama residents are invited to help shape the future of the state's trail systems through public input on the Sweet Trails...
The Link’s monthly community meal set for June 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County recently announced that its Master’s Hand Food Pantry will be closed until July 6 for much-needed...
All Steak’s Dueling Pianos a hit
CULLMAN, Ala. - Known across the state for its orange rolls, longtime Cullman staple All Steak held the first in a new series of...
Files from yesteryear: 1952
From the files of 1952
Hanceville cheerleaders this year ae Jo Vaughn, Hail Thomas, Belva Sue Johnson, Eleanor Gay Chappell, Margaret Johnson, Barbara Ann Johnson...
Miss Wallace State representative Savannah Lynn to compete for Miss Alabama...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Miss Wallace State representative Savannah Lynn is headed to Birmingham June 26-29, to compete in the statewide pageant and Miss America...
Get ready for the 3rd annual H.P.R. Pro Rodeo June 29
CULLMAN, Ala. – The third annual Hanceville Parks and Recreation Pro Rodeo is back, bigger and better than ever on Saturday, June 29, at...
Many Alabama elderly, disabled adults in need of foster care
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was celebrated June 15
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s elderly and disabled adults can often find themselves in more vulnerable circumstances...
Berlin cuts storm shelter ribbon, prepares for community festival
BERLIN, Ala. – The Town of Berlin cut the ribbon on its new storm shelter Monday, June 17, following completion of accessible parking spaces,...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Remember your why’: Cold Springs’ Ella Bruer reflects on...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs senior Ella Bruer had an amazing basketball career and made so many great memories during her years playing for...
Cullman Swim Team wins Cullman Challenge over Guntersville, Florence, Jasper
The Cullman Swim Team defeated Guntersville, Florence and Jasper in Tuesday night’s Cullman Challenge swim meet.
Cullman Challenge 2024 Results
Girls 6 & Under
25 Free -...
CPD hosting ‘Coffee with a Cop’ this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department began hosting Coffee with a Cop events almost a decade ago as a way to bridge the...
Pet of the week: Look at me! It’s Ricky!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Wanna go fast...well, actually more of a medium pace? Then Ricky – aka Ricky Bobby – is the perfect fit for...
WildWater Cullman joins World’s Largest Swimming Lesson to promote water safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - WildWater Cullman on Thursday, June 20, participated in the 15th annual World's Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL). The global event, organized by...
Grady Malone appointed to Vinemont Town Council, Place 5
VINEMONT, Ala. - After losing the nomination for Place 3 earlier this month to Ross Campbell, resident Grady Malone was appointed to Vinemont Town...
More than 670 earn place on President’s and Dean’s Lists at...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 671 outstanding students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the...
Cullman’s David Moss joins SouthPoint Bank Board of Directors
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – SouthPoint Bank on Monday, June 17, announced that David Moss, Jr. has joined its board of directors. Moss is the regional...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Always appreciate what you have’: Fairview’s Kallie Trussell looks...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior softball player Kallie Trussell made many great memories during her Aggie years, both on and off the field. She...
2nd annual Miss Summer Belle pageant set for June 22
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Miss Summer Belle pageant is back for its second year, set for Saturday, June 22, 2024, at the Lane Horton...
South Cullman Walmart car show raises funds for Children’s Miracle Network
CULLMAN, Ala. - The team at the south Cullman Walmart came together with the community on Saturday, June 15, to put on a car...
Alleged domestic violence incident turns deadly in Hanceville
Updated June 19, 2024, at 5:50 p.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A Hanceville man is dead following an alleged domestic incident late Tuesday night, June 18.
Joseph...
Event focuses on elder abuse education, prevention
CULLMAN, Ala. - Render Aid Alabama held its second annual Elder Abuse Awareness Event, sponsored by Traditions Bank, on Saturday, June 15. The grounds...
CPD hosting ‘Coffee with a Cop’ this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department began hosting Coffee with a Cop events almost a decade ago as a way to bridge the...
NERF wars!
CULLMAN, Ala. - This past Saturday the Heritage Park soccer fields transformed into a chaotic battleground as the ultimate NERF wars commenced. Hundreds of...
Health Science application advising session offered June 27
Participants can apply to programs with openings for fall 2024
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Health Science programs will host an application advising...
Local UA Early College students named to spring 2024 Director’s List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 531 students enrolled in UA Early College during spring semester 2024 at The University of Alabama were named...
Education notes
Vinemont’s Lily Whitesell graduates from Rhodes College
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Lily Whitesell of Vinemont, Alabama, has graduated from Rhodes College with a Bachelor of Science...
Cullman County CASA volunteers needed
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is in need of volunteers to assist with local youth involved with DHR or...
Keeping outdoor pets safe during extreme heat
CULLMAN, Ala. - Summer is in full swing and the temps are climbing daily. While many people may be retreating indoors to beat the...
CCBOE recognizes Cold Springs High School track teams
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 13, the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) recognized the Cold Springs Eagles...
COLUMN: The old man’s watch
Since It was my fourth trip to the watch repair shop, I didn’t have high hopes. I’m sure the little Russian man who owned...
Jones Chapel VFD to receive drinking water from Anheuser-Busch program
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department recently received confirmation that Anheuser-Busch will be sending a large quantity of drinking water...
Files from yesteryear: 1936, 1952
From the files of 1936
Mrs. H. Parker was a nice hostess on Thursday for a dance.
George Stiefelmeyer, Grand Master- Elect of the Grand Lodge...
Fairview council talks new park, invites community input
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Tuesday, June 11, discussed the creation of a new park.
The council heard from representatives of CDG...
What are tax abatements, and are Cullman residents losing money on...
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the recent news of a new business coming to Cullman, and that business receiving a tax abatement as an incentive...
Annual City vs. County Blood Drive set for June 21
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual City vs. County Blood Drive will be held on Friday, June 21, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
To donate for the...
Wallace State’s Wheeler earns NJCAA DI Softball Third Team All-American honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College athlete Laura Leigh Wheeler has added one more honor to her list of achievements this year. Wheeler,...
Cullman Swim Team defeats Guntersville in 2nd meet of season
The Cullman Swim Team defeated the Guntersville Aquacats 354-296 in their second swim meet of the season. Cullman will be back home to host...
Inaugural Hanceville PR Rodeo Queen Pageant June 29
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The inaugural Hanceville PR Rodeo Queen Pageant is scheduled for June 29, coinciding with the H.P.R Pro Rodeo.
The pageant, which closed...
Seniors, BBQ and fireworks, OH MY! Vinemont council discusses upcoming events
VINEMONT, Ala. - So far, the month of June has been busy for the members of the Vinemont Town Council. Ross Campbell was sworn...
Pet of the week: Don’t get bothered, get Badger
CULLMAN, Ala. - Badger is a beautiful, low-energy Great Pyrenees who is just 3 months old. His coat has “red badger marks,” hence his...
Burch returning to Wallace State as head softball coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community has hired former Wallace State softball player and assistant coach Sallie Beth Burch to lead the Lions softball...
South Walmart to hold Children’s Miracle Network Benefit Car Show June...
CULLMAN, Ala- For the fourth year in a row, the South Cullman Walmart is hosting classic, vintage, muscle and just plain cool cars on...
PREP SPORTS: ‘The school is the heartbeat of our town’: Cold...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs senior Zane Brown walked across the stage to collect his diploma in May and in this interview, he shared...
Ross Campbell takes seat on Vinemont Town Council
VINEMONT, Ala. – Newly appointed Vinemont Town Councilman Ross Campbell was official sworn in at the council’s meeting on Tuesday, June 11. Campbell took...
Sonya Copeland resigns from Vinemont Town Council, Place 5
Updated June 14 at 4:51 p.m.
VINEMONT, Ala. - At the end of June 11’s Vinemont Town Council Meeting, Mayor Radginal Dodson addressed the public...
West Point Scholars Bowl finishes record season strong in 3rd place...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – West Point High School’s Scholars Bowl team, a perennial powerhouse, just capped off a one-for-the-history-books season with a third-place finish at...
Arrowhead RV Park’s Hippie Fest this Saturday
CRANE HILL, Ala. - For the second year, Arrowhead RV Park in Crane Hill will host Hippie Fest. The festival, a smorgasbord of live...
It’s hot, y’all: A Southerner’s guide to heat safety
Like it or not, hot season is here. Please join us in welcoming it with your favorite classic cliché:
"Hot enough for ya'?"
"You could fry...
Vinemont’s Henry and Roe Wood Park gets a facelift
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont’s Henry and Roe Wood Park is nestled between the middle and high schools. For years, students and children have spent...
Cullman Swim Team takes season opener over Arab
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Swim Team kicked off its season at home with a win over the Arab Riptide on June 4. CST...
Summer meals served at Cullman County Schools
WEST POINT, Ala. - Cullman County Schools kicked off this year’s Summer Feeding Program on Monday, June 10.
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane...
Good Hope City Council approves ordinance for subdivision rules & regulations
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first June meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved an ordinance...
2nd Fridays returning June 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - The city of Cullman was recently ranked No. 3 on USA Today’s 10Best list of Best Small Town Cultural Scene for...
Summer meals served at Cullman County Schools
WEST POINT, Ala. - Cullman County Schools kicked off this year’s Summer Feeding Program on Monday, June 10.
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Your mindset is everything’: Fairview’s Isabella Lopez reflects on...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior Isabella Lopez just graduated in May and in this interview, she talked about some of her favorite memories she...
Protect yourself from tick bites – and what to do if...
A clever and effective public service message I recently saw advises “don’t get ticked” when outdoors, and with good reason. Tick-borne diseases and illnesses...
Alabama selected for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid Demonstration Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala.– Alabama is one of 10 states selected for the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid Demonstration Program by the U.S. Department...
COLUMN: Weather – or not
“Hey Google! What’s the weather forecast for today?” Those are my waking words each and every morning. And during the course of the day,...
ACES: Operation Grow for Military Veterans
Operation Grow, in partnership with the Alabama Department of AG and Industries, provides special emphasis on the training needs of military veterans interested in...
3Sixty Jeep Club to hold car show at Hanceville Nursing &...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 3Sixty Jeep Club is bringing a special Father’s Day delivery to the residents of Hanceville Nursing & Rehab. At 1...
Files from yesteryear: 1930, 1936
From the files of 1930
Miss Eunice Butler has recently graduated from Alverson Business College in Birmingham.
Mrs. John Luyben and Mrs. F. Mallery were joint...
Jordan-Hare Stadium north end zone videoboard expansion approved by Auburn Board...
AUBURN, Ala. — The Auburn University Board of Trustees has given final approval for the addition of a new state-of-the-art videoboard in the north end...
Education notes
Troy University announces Spring/Term 4 graduates
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to recognize students who completed the requirements for graduation during the Spring...
Tucker, Bagwell named Cullman County Schools Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year.
May Staff Member of the...
Obituary: Ronald “Ron” Marce Huffman
Ronald "Ron" Marce Huffman, age 76, of Cullman
Ronald "Ron" Marce Huffman, a devoted follower of Christ, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully passed away...
Obituary: Billy Ray Nunnelley
Billy Ray Nunnelley age 70 of Cullman
Billy Ray Nunnelley age 70 of Cullman, Alabama passed away June 6, 2024.
There will be a visitation held...
Library kicks off Summer Reading Program with over 200 guests
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) hosted a community kick-off event for its Summer Reading Program...
PREP CHEER: ‘I will always remember our community’: Good Hope’s Kailey...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I spoke with Good Hope senior cheerleader Kailey White. Kailey enjoyed her cheer career with the Raiders...
Plans for Alabama Basketball Training & Player Development Facility expansion and...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama Athletics has formally proposed a Coleman Coliseum Basketball Training & Player Development Facility Expansion and Renovation, which is pending approval from...
Pet of the week: Meet a ladies man like Rico
CULLMAN, Ala. - When the name Rico is heard, a picture of a smooth ladies man may come to mind. Often associated with “suave,”...
Baileyton Town Council recognizes Parkside School achievement
BAILEYTON, Ala. – At its monthly meeting on Monday, June 3, the Baileyton Town Council welcomed Parkside Principal Caleb Elrod, who expressed his appreciation...
Obituary: Timothy Gilmore
Timothy Gilmore, 64, of Cullman
Funeral services for Timothy Gilmore, 64, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Saturday June 8, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Mary Ellen Freeman-Jones
Mary Ellen Freeman -Jones, age 93 of Cullman
Funeral Service for Mary Ellen Freeman -Jones, age 93 of Cullman, will be at noon on Saturday,...
Obituary: Betty Ryan Bullard
Funeral service for Betty Ryan Bullard, age 88, of Cullman, will be Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel,...
Vinemont Town Council appoints Ross Campbell to vacant seat
VINEMONT, Ala. —The Vinemont Town Council at a special-called meeting on Monday, June 3, heard nominations and appointed Ross Campbell to the open seat...
Storybook Trail installs new book for 2024 Birding Trail
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park’s Storybook Trail is home to a new book installation. The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County...
Ashley Mercantile opening new location in Muscle Shoals
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ashley Mercantile Owners Ryne and Heather Ashley on Thursday, June 6, announced the late-summer opening of a second location, which will be...
Cullman City Council names new fire chief, deputy chief
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Council on Monday voted to name Darren Peeples chief of Cullman Fire Rescue.
Councilman Brad Smith thanked all applicants,...
Hands-free law grace period ends June 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – The grace period for Alabama’s hands-free driving law, which went into effect in June 2023, will end June 15, according to...
U-pick blueberries are a berry good time
Whether eaten by themselves, in a pie, smoothie or salad, blueberries bring a certain freshness and joy to summer. Not only do they brighten...
ACES: Watch out for ticks; treat them right
Tick populations are rising in Alabama. Ticks thrive in high humidity situations. The recent hot weather and heavy rainfall the state has received is...
Render Aid Alabama hopes to ‘normalize compassion for humanity’ with Elder...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Render Aid Alabama is on a mission to “normalize compassion for humanity” in the Cullman County area. One of...
All the rage: Pop-up boutique shopping
CULLMAN, Ala. - Five locally owned businesses came together on Sunday to host a pop-up sale at Doug Doggett Jewelers.
Two business owners there were...
APT & NFHS Network agree to 5-year extension of AHSAA Football...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The AHSAA is pleased to announce that Alabama Public Television (APT) and the NFHS Network/Play On Sports have agreed to extend...
PREP SPORTS: ‘This experience was one that words can’t describe’: Cold...
BREMEN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs senior Cole Bales. He had so many great sports memories during his time...
All Steak hosting Dueling Pianos Night June 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of Cullman’s most popular date night spots is bringing the rivalry of the ivories to its halls. On June 20,...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Wheeler named NFCA NJCAA All-American; Wheeler and Simon named...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State’s Laura Leigh Wheeler is one of 38 student-athletes from 24 programs named National Junior College Athletic Association Division I...
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library seeking sponsors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a program that puts books into the hands of children from birth to age 5 each...
Ave Maria Grotto, St. Bernard Abbey announce major restoration project
CULLMAN, Ala. – The monks and staff of St. Bernard Abbey and Ave Maria Grotto on Monday, June 3, announced a major restoration project...
United Way of Cullman County announces relocation
CULLMAN, Ala. – United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) Executive Director Stephanie Childers, at the organization’s Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 30, at Loft...
BSC’s incredible run ends in dramatic fashion
EASTLAKE, OH. - The Birmingham-Southern baseball team fell 11-10 to #5 Wisconsin-Whitewater in a back-and-forth World Series elimination game on Sunday.
In a high stakes elimination...
PREP SPORTS: ‘This team is not just a team, it’s a...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's Violet Adams spent several years competing with the Broncos track and field team and she shared some of...
JSU launching public health degree programs, addressing critical need in Alabama
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University (Jax State) is set to launch two innovative degree programs within the College of Health Professions and Wellness...
