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Agriplex hosts Edible Flowers Lunch & Learn

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex last week hosted its monthly Lunch & Learn. This one was titled “Edible Flowers: Growing, Harvesting Cooking”...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 14, 2026

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

CPD hosts first-ever Citizens Academy  

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department hosted its first-ever Citizens Academy on Saturday, July 11.   Police Chief Joey Duncan said the Academy gives participants an opportunity to learn more about...

2nd Fridays a celebration of America 250 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – 2nd Fridays was a celebration of America 250 on Friday, July 10 downtown. With 16 nonprofit sponsors, well over 50 vendors and 31 food trucks, festivalgoers had plenty to do. On the main stage were The Overtones, who...

FAITH: Kinlee Cryer on how God has impacted her life and...

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Cullman, Al. - At the start of the 2026-27 school year next month, Fairview's Kinlee Cryer will be in her junior year as an...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 13, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Bremen’s Ella Stephenson selected for 2026-2027 Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young...

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Department of State and Cultural Vistas are pleased to announce that Ella Stephenson is one of 65 Americans selected...

Volunteers sought for 9/11 tribute at Fairview High School football game

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Organizers are seeking active and retired military members, firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS personnel and other first responders to help with...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 10, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 10, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 9, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Fairview Town Council tables motion on Sprout franchise fee agreement 

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Monday voted to table a motion to create a franchise agreement with Sprout Fiber Internet, declining to...

The Cullman Tribune earns 39 honors; wins inaugural Alabama CFINR award 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tribune earned 39 total honors in the 2026 Alabama Press Association Media Awards and related awards program, including 17 first-place...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 8, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 8, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 7, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 7, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Dripping Springs DAR dedicates Minuteman statue at Veterans Memorial Park 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) on Friday, July 3, dedicated a Minuteman statue and memorial at Veterans Memorial Park at...

Smith Lake Park celebrates America 250 and 4th of July 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Smith Lake Park hosted its annual 4th of July Fireworks Festival Saturday, following a week of stifling temperatures and heat warnings that persisted throughout the majority of the...

Alabama Strawberry Festival named ‘Alabama’s Best Music Festival’ by Alabama Magazine

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Strawberry Festival has been recognized as Alabama's Best Music Festival in the 2026 Best of Bama Awards by Alabama...

FAITH: Cullman’s Addison Vogelaar discusses her faith, life-changing trip to Guatemala,...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman's Addison Vogelaar will be a senior next month, and God has been for her every step of the way. A...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 6, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Teen killed, 4 people injured in Blount County crash

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BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:10 p.m. Friday, July 3, claimed the life of a Blountsville teen and...

Run for Good 5K & Fun Run raises funds for Good...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Flores Eyecare hosted the inaugural Run for Good 5K & Fun Run on Saturday, June 27, with proceeds benefiting the Good...

FAITH: Good Hope’s Caroline Neighbors discusses helping people find God, religion...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Good Hope's Caroline Neighbors will be going into her junior year in August, and she has a very strong relationship with...

U.S. Men’s National Team to face Belgium in Round of 16...

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With its 2-0 win against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32, the U.S. Men’s National Team is through to the Round of...

‘It really felt like we were a family’: Bentley Childers reflects...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Former Hanceville multi-sport athlete Bentley Childers walked the stage and received her diploma back in May, and in an interview with...

‘Every kid decided they think skateboarding is fun’

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism held its first Skateboard Camp last week at Skate Depot Park downtown, giving children a...

Obituary: Doug Farley

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Funeral service for Doug Farley, age 76 of Cullman, is Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Bro....

Arrests and incidents reported June 30, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 30, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Cullman Amateur Radio Club holds Field Day  

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Updated June 30, 2026, at 7:11 p.m. CULLMAN Ala. – The Cullman Amateur Radio Club held its Field Day June 27-28 at Veterans Memorial Pavilion at...

Cullman County tourism generates more than $325M in economic impact in...

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CULLMAN, Ala. — Tourism continues to be a major economic driver for Cullman County, generating more than $325.5 million in visitor spending and supporting...

Arrests and Incidents reported June 29, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 29, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Cullman duo aiming to build community with kickstart semi-pro football team,...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - At his apartment in Huntsville, Cullman native Shaun Smith would hear the roar of the crowd, the music and the fans...

Seven local high schools earn AHSAA Sportsmanship Award for 2025-26 school...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama High School Athletics Association announced today the 94 schools that were selected for the 2025-26 Sportsmanship Award on Wednesday....

Cullman City’s tennis complex renovation ‘a game-changer’ for the Bearcat tennis...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School's sports complex is due to receive a major upgrade soon. Cullman City schools announced last week that in...

Mary Carter Store hosts fun Father’s Day workshop

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Mary Carter Store on Saturday, June 20, held a special “Make & Take” workshop for Father’s Day. The activity encouraged...

CLECS to host 4th annual charity golf tournament Sept. 28 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Law Enforcement and Community Services (CLECS) will host its fourth annual charity golf tournament Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, at Terri Pines Country Club.  The tournament...

OmniFootball becoming an OSA staple as flag format surges; REC+ to...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As flag football continues to grow, especially among youth, OmniSports Academy's OmniFootball league has seen a surge in participation. Since its...

PREP BASKETBALL: Swindall stepping up for Cullman; Loftin leads with 20...

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GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. - On Friday morning, head coach Stu Stuedeman and the Cullman Bearcats wrapped up their summer games with a trip to Guntersville's...

From hometown service to statewide leadership: Sartin named AAEM president

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Tim Sartin has spent much of his life working behind the scenes to help...

Cullman Christian names Matt Heaton head cross-country, track and field coach

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Christian School has named Matt Heaton its new head cross-country and track and field coach. Heaton brings more than 20 years...

USMNT VS. AUSTRALIA: OPPONENT PROFILE, RECENT FORM & HISTORY

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The U.S. Men’s National Team is set for a top-of-the-table clash against Group D foe Australia in the Pacific Northwest this Friday. While the...

Hanceville library hosting storytime with Bart Absher June 24 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville will welcome Hanceville Assistant Fire Chief Bart Absher Wednesday, June 24, at 10 a.m. for a special storytime event. Children are asked to...

FAITH: Hanceville’s Kynzlee Farr discusses her faith, how it played a...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Hanceville rising junior Kynzlee Farr has God to thank for so many things that she has achieved in her life so...

Render Aid Alabama hosts elder abuse awareness event

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Render Aid Alabama hosted its annual event Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Friday, June 12, at the Traditions Bank event building. Render...

Troy scores seven unanswered runs to eliminate Ole Miss from College...

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OMAHA, Neb. -  Troy launched three homers and scored seven unanswered runs to top Ole Miss 12-8 in Sunday's College World Series elimination game. The Trojans...

PREP BASEBALL: AHSAA names Cullman’s Inman 6A Hitter of the Year;...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama High School Athletic Association released their 2026 All State teams and individual player and coach awards. Headlining those honored...

COLUMN: Whether Sorsby plays or not, Texas Tech is raiding college...

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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...

Register now for the July 30 Boots & BBQ Senior Social  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Seniors across Cullman County are invited to grab their boots, cowboy hats and western attire for the Boots & BBQ Senior...

Jones Chapel VFD acquires new fire truck

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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...

Wallace State Student-Athletes, Teams Earn ACCC Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll Recognition

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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...

Faith: Cold Springs’ Allie Light discusses her faith and being a...

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

Altoona man killed in Cullman County motorcycle crash

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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 Community Clean-Up Day set for June 11-13

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

PREP BASKETBALL: Dunkin shining as Fairview’s floor general; Meyer gives early...

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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...

DHR: Summer EBT benefits coming to families with eligible school children 

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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...

‘This is their time to shine’

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

All paws on deck!  

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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...

Wallace State athletes earn President’s List, Dean’s List honors for Spring...

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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 library welcomes librarian Beth Ellis 

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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 cross country teams earn NJCAA All-Academic honors

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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...

Gardendale man killed in I-65 crash in Cullman County

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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...

Tales & Tails reading program runs June 10-July 15  

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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 Sports Cooperative hosting ‘Play it Forward’ drive June 27 

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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 punches ticket to Omaha with Super Regional sweep of Little...

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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...

COLUMN: Birmingham may have seen the last of the Stallions

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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...

‘You’re going to have to earn it’: No. 4 Auburn hosts...

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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...

Miss Wallace State Anna Kate Taylor competing at Miss Alabama

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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 Farmers Market opening for season June 6 

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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 Town Council talks parks and events 

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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...

Relay For Life: ‘Cancer touches everybody in our community’

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

Checking in on the Trash Pandas and Barons as summer kicks...

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

PREP SOCCER: Olivia Caretti looks back on her career at Cullman...

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

Hanceville Library begins this year’s Summer Reading Program 

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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...

Wallace State Flag Football Finishes No. 20 in Final WCFFB Top 25

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

Wallace State’s Gautier earns ITA Junior College All-American honors after national...

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

Wallace State women’s tennis lands three entries in final ITA national...

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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 Library celebrates poetry contest winners 

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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...

PREP SPORTS: Holly Pond’s Maggie Nail reflects on her time as...

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

No. 7 Alabama baseball advances to Super Regionals after thrilling 9-7...

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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...

Attention seniors! Jammin’ in the Gym returns in June 

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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...

Rasco, Twilley honored with Ms. Senior Alabama Pageant send-off celebration 

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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 Electric Co-op, Cullman County: Tentative start date for new water and sanitation billing is Sept....

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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...

Relay For Life TONIGHT at Depot Park

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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...

Local woman dead following house fire

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

PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope leads the way with five players selected...

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

4th annual Ballin’ Like a Bulldog returns in July; registration open  

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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...

Cullman’s Abby Sosa to compete in Miss Alabama competition June 3-6

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

Tin Can Tourists coming to JG’s Campen Life RV Campground June 13 

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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 Christkindlmarkt named Alabama’s 2026 Event of the Year

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

2 killed in I-65 crash in Cullman County

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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...

Cullman County 4-H Shotgun Club brings team & individual awards home...

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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...

Explore used book sales at the downtown library 

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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...

Library offering free Spanish classes 

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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...

Smith Lake Park holds annual Memorial Day Festival  

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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...

North Alabama Agriplex has classes for all ages 

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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...

Senior Fishing Day held indoors due to storms 

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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...

Alabama Softball heads to the Women’s College World Series for the...

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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...

Cullman library system receives $500K in funding from state

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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,...

Grilled Cheese Festival postponed due to weather

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

No. 15 Alabama baseball falls, 13-3, to 18th-ranked Florida

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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....

PREP SOFTBALL: After round one win, Hanceville’s historic season ends with...

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