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PREP BASKETBALL: Addison takes 2 from Lindsay Lane Saturday
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the Lindsay Lane Lions for a two-game match and Addison wasn't a very good host. The Lady Dawgs got it...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope sweeps varsity matchups with Susan Moore
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope hosted Susan Moore in Saturday night hoops action and both teams picked up wins in their home openers. The Lady...
Veteran Memorial: George Kenneth Golden
George Kenneth Golden was born November 22, 1948 in Morgan County. His parents were George T. and Pearl Ruth (Johnson) Golden and the family...
Cullman Master Gardener’s distribute sweet potatoes to non-profit organizations in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex hosted the Cullman County Master Gardener’s meeting Wednesday morning. The Gardeners welcomed Adrienne Standridge, coordinator for the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison sweeps varsity matchups against Meek
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the Meek Tigers for a pair of varsity matchups Friday and both the Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs collected a...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview downs Parker 44-27, advances to semi-finals for 1st...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies were back home at Dafford Smith Stadium Friday night after eliminating Russellville on the road last week and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope’s playoff run ends with 35-28 loss to...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders were back on the field at James W. Shabel Stadium Friday night and playing in the...
Arrests and incidents reported November 19, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 19, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Limited Christmas Trees available in Cullman due to national shortage
CULLMAN, Ala. - Due to a national Christmas tree shortage, The American Christmas Tree Association recommends U.S. consumers find their Christmas tree early this...
PREP SOFTBALL: Addison’s Luker signs with Calhoun
ADDISON, Ala. -- It was an exciting day in the life of a young Addison Lady Bulldog as Anna Grace Luker signed her national...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Basketball coach Allen Sharpe reaches 400 career wins; teams...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State volleyball’s Wallace State men’s basketball coach Allen Sharpe has achieved 400 career wins.
The Lions registered a 68-52 road victory against Coastal...
Merchants Bank donates golf tournament proceeds to local charities
CULLMAN, Ala. – Merchants Bank held its 28th Annual Charity Classic at Terri Pines in October and invited representatives from several local charities to...
Hartselle based Cedar Grove Farms hosting French Alpine Christmas shopping event
HARTELLE, Ala. - It’s beginning to look a lot like French Alpine Christmas at Cedar Grove Farms, located in Hartselle. The shop and barn...
Commissioner Kerry Watson announces bid for re-election
CULLMAN, Ala. - I proudly announce that I am seeking re-election for Cullman County Commission, District 1. It would be a great honor to...
Tyson Foods Blountsville to hold career fair and food donation event
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. –Tyson Foods is looking to hire 65 new team members to fill various positions at the Blountsville facility and will be holding...
Arrests and incidents reported November 18, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 18, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Community Thanksgiving meals taking place in the Cullman area this season
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – There are several community meals will be taking place in Cullman to celebrate Thanksgiving. Below is a list of some...
Michael Graveman and Skyla Elliot named 2022 Farm Family
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Farm-City Banquet took place Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. at Loft 212. The Farm City Committee alternates between recognizing...
WSCC ATHLETICS: No. 12 Wallace State, fueled by record-breaking sophomore trio,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State volleyball’s 12th-ranked team has been paced all season by three sophomores – Savannah Rutledge, Temperance Chatman and Haven Hall.
All three have...
Arrests and incidents reported November 17, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 17, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Good Hope High School cuts ribbon on new track
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope High School track athletes and coaches were joined by several representatives from the Cullman County School Board Wednesday...
Local veterans attend St. Paul’s Dinner & A Show
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School’s Dinner & A Show for local veterans was a hit with those in attendance Friday evening.
Guests...
SPORTS COLUMN: Playoff field beginning to settle after Week 11
-Don't Forget Your Popcorn: Lane Kiffin's Rebels were able to notch their biggest win of the season against the surging Texas A&M Aggies. Ole Miss...
PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies, Raiders preparing to host quarterfinals Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The first two rounds of the state playoffs are in the books and two local squads remain. The Fairview Aggies and...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs sweeps varsity matchups at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs returned to Lane Horton Gymnasium Tuesday night to host Cold Springs but unfortunately for the...
Arrests and incidents reported November 16, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 16, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas Car Show raises over $5000
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Ho Ho Ho Christmas Car Show at Depot Park is held in honor of Larry Harris and Burl Smith...
(Updated) Suspect found in active shooter investigation
GARDEN CITY, Ala. - Early Monday morning, the Walker County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call on Benny Short Road, concerning a potential drive-by...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Women’s cross country finishes program-best 5th at nationals; men...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s women’s cross country team secured a program-best fifth-place finish at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II Cross Country...
Arrests and incidents reported November 15, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 15, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘I think we are doing it wrong a lot but some...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Veterans Day, the nation pauses to give thanks to those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. We...
City of Cullman lists current employment opportunities
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman currently has available employment opportunities with the Utilities Board, Street Department, Police Department and the Sanitation Department.
City...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1930 and 1936:
Clyde Gammon, of the Logan 4-H Club, has won a trip to the National Convention in Chicago. Clyde won the trip for producing 1,020...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview, Cullman, Good Hope compete in Fairview Tip-Off Classic
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies hosted the Tip-Off Classic Saturday and they, along with the Cullman Lady Bearcats and the Good Hope Lady...
CCSO hosts Veterans Day, Marine Corps birthday luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office announced that approximately 100 people were in attendance at their joint celebration in honor of the...
Cullman church suffers multiple thefts
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to a statement made by Cornerstone Revival Center, the catalytic converters were cut out of their three church vehicles sometime...
Local couple gathers Christmas toys for children in coordination with CCSO
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office was honored to welcome Angelia Selvage and John Cox earlier this week to share the most...
New Extension Coordinator Dr. Kira Sims brings her skills to Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dr. Kira Sims began her new position as the Cullman County Extension Coordinator in July following Tony Glover’s retirement. In her...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview knocks off No. 9 Russellville to advance to...
RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. – Friday night was a special one for the Fairview Aggies. The purple and gold made the trip to Russellville to face...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek’s playoff run ends with 21-14 loss to Woodland
ARLEY, Ala. – After hammering R.A. Hubbard on the road last week and advancing to the second round of the state playoffs for the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope topples No. 4 Northside 35-21 to advance...
NORTHPORT, Ala. – After edging Central Florence at home in the opening round of the state playoffs last week, the Raiders hit the road...
Arrests and incidents reported November 12, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 12, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
WSCC ATHLETICS: At 47 years old, Dani Akridge thriving with Wallace...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Cross country running is a lifelong sport.
It’s a passion that Dani Akridge and her children have shared for many years. It has also...
35th Annual Ho Ho Ho Christmas Auto Show returning for Nov...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 35th Annual Ho Ho Ho Christmas Show/ Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show is returning on Saturday, Nov 13.
The event is...
Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Day set for Nov. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Sanitation Department has announced that they will be hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day on...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats tip off season with 95-72 win over Calera
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Basketball season has arrived, and the Cullman Bearcats tipped off their season at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Thursday night against...
Cullman Regional receives Community Partner Award from UAH
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - University of Alabama in Huntsville College of Nursing Graduate Program has chosen Cullman Regional as the recipient of its annual Community...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office makes multiple drug and theft related arrests
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests late last week in regard to theft and/or drugs.
On Wednesday, Nov. 3,...
Imaging Center at Hartselle Health Park opens
HARTSELLE, Ala. - Cullman Regional recently announced that the new Imaging Center at Hartselle Health Park is now open, providing the community new and...
Arrests and incidents reported November 10, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 10, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hanceville High School hosts Veteran’s Day program Wednesday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – With Veteran’s Day coming up Thursday, local schools all over the county have been putting together their annual programs to honor...
Gov. Ivey awards grants to enhance outdoor recreation in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The great outdoors is about to become even greater thanks to $2.2 million in grants awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey for...
Cullman man arrested for sex abuse
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local man was arrested at the Cullman County Detention Center on Thursday, Nov. 4 for an outstanding warrant involving sexual...
Arrests and incidents reported November 9, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 9, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders, Aggies, Tigers ready for round 2 matchups
CULLMAN, Ala. – With one round of the state playoffs in the books, only three local teams remain in the postseason hunt, and they...
Corey Freeman announces candidacy for Cullman County Commissioner, District 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - Corey Freeman recently announced candidacy for Cullman County Commissioner, District 4.
Freeman began serving the public at 14 years old. His first...
Desperation Church holds first Sunday service in new building
CULLMAN, Ala. - The parking lot of Desperation Church’s new building was completely full for the opening Sunday. There were even attendants directing cars...
Cullman Lions Club calls for churches, schools and businesses to participate...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Nov. 11, 2021, will be the centennial of the dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Centennial Committee has...
PREP SWIMMING: CHS Swim Team earns 2nd place at North Alabama...
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Swim Team put together another great showing at Saturday’s North Alabama Championship in Albertville and faced off against several...
Good Hope City Council receives Christmas donation, Attorney General opinion at...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first regularly scheduled November meeting at City Hall Monday night and handled a light...
Arrests and incidents reported November 8, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 8, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
SPORTS COLUMN: Chaos continuing to build after week 10
Tide escapes disastrous upset. Alabama’s season almost came to an end Saturday as LSU returned to Tuscaloosa for the first time since beating the Tide behind a...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball punches ticket to NJCAA Division I National Championship...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s 13th-ranked volleyball team finished as the Gulf Atlantic District A/B Tournament runner-up on Saturday, falling to Monroe College in the championship...
Country music superstar Morgan Wallen to headline Pepsi Rock The South...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The “Biggest Party in the South” is back on August 5 and 6, 2022 – with an incredible lineup of musicians...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1950 and 1900:
From the files of 1950:
Two Cullman people were seriously injured and several others received lesser injury in a highway crash on Saturday morning.
Mrs. James...
Cyclones sweep Cullman County Youth Football Championship Games
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The 2021 Cullman County Youth Football season came to an end Saturday with a trio of championship games held at Cullman...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Lady Eagles capture back to back 2A State...
MOULTON, Ala. – The AHSAA State Cross Country Championships were held at the Oakville Indian Mounds in Moulton Saturday morning and for the second...
Cullman Caring for Kids and Phillips Elite Construction create the ‘Stomp...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Phillips Elite Construction and Cullman Caring for Kids have partnered together to present the #STOMPOUTHUNGER food drive. This is a Thanksgiving...
Desperation Church holds ribbon cutting for brand new building
CULLMAN, Ala. – Desperation Church held the official ribbon cutting for their new facility Thursday, Nov 4. Desperation Church’s new building, located at 510...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview pulls away to beat Fairfield 30-28 and advance...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Aggies were at Dafford Smith Stadium hosting Fairfield in the opening round of the 5A State Playoffs Friday night and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Knights fall to Homewood in opening round 42-14
ARAB, Ala. -- The Arabian Knights were back home to host the Homewood Patriots Friday night in the first round of the Class 6A state...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont falls at Lauderdale County in 1st round 28-6
ROGERSVILLE, Ala. -- For the second year in a row, the Vinemont Eagles made it to the AHSAA state playoffs. Vinemont traveled to Rogersville...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman’s season ends with 22-14 OT loss at Jackson-Olin
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats were back in the 6A State Playoff field for the third consecutive season Friday night and their opening...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek downs R.A. Hubbard 52-20 to earn 1st playoff...
COURTLAND, Ala. – The Meek Tigers were on the road to face R.A. Hubbard in the opening round of the 1A State Playoffs Friday...
PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders score in final minute to top Central Florence...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After wrapping up another excellent regular season, the Good Hope Raiders were back on their home field Friday night to...
Arrests and incidents reported November 5, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 5, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison Lady Bulldogs aiming high this season
ADDISON, Ala. -- The youthful 2020-2021 Addison Lady Bulldogs put together a pretty solid season, just missing out on the playoffs by the narrowest...
Veteran Memorial: Pfc. Michael Douglas Cruitt
Michael Douglas Cruitt was born June 23, 1947 in Auburn, Alabama. He was the son of Paul Cruitt and Ann Catherine Brown. He attended...
Veteran Memorial: Cpl. Ronald David Lovelady
Ronald David Lovelady was born February 4, 1947 in Cullman, Alabama. He was the son of Edgar L. and Vinell Z. Lovelady. He enlisted...
Arrests and incidents reported November 4, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 4, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Arley Senior Center fundraiser at Community Center Friday, Nov 5
ARLEY, Ala. - The Arley Women’s Club will be holding a fundraiser dinner Friday, Nov. 5 from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Basketball teams sweep Volunteer State in season opener; Hope...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s basketball teams opened the 2021-2022 season with a convincing sweep against Volunteer State at home on Tuesday night.
The Lady Lions opened...
Hanceville company Louisiana Pacific to open employee only clinic
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The second largest employer in Hanceville, materials manufacturer Louisiana Pacific, opened a new employee-only health care clinic on Oct. 26. This...
Governor Kay Ivey tours Cullman Homtex facility
CULLMAN, Ala. – In November of 2020, Gov. Kay Ivey announced that Homtex received $10,572,100 in Coronavirus Aid funds. Homtex Inc. has since used...
Man arrested for public intoxication and night hunting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Deputies responded to the Good Hope area around 1:00 a.m. on Halloween for reports of gunshots.
Brody Austin Petix, 20,...
Arrests and incidents reported November 3, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 3, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
CCSO sees multiple drug-related arrests this week
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple unrelated arrests on Halloween weekend with the common factor being dangerous drugs and/or...
RWC hosting job fair Thursday, Nov. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - Reliance Worldwide Corporation, based right here in Cullman, is a renowned company with over 70 years of innovation experience. RWC continuously...
Active fire at Drake Law Firm Tuesday night
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Cullman Police Department, there was an active fire at Drake Law Firm Tuesday night.
Lucas Boyd, 34, of Cullman...
Veteran Memorial: Pfc. Jimmie Ray Bice
Jimmie Ray Bice was born September 22, 1948 in Birmingham, Alabama. He was the son of Clyde and Marjorie Lois (Sinyard) Bice. He enlisted...
Veterans Day Celebration to take place at Veterans Park Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Elks Lodge is hosting the 2021 Veterans Day Celebration this Saturday, Nov. 6 at Cullman Veterans Park, located at the...
Arrests and incidents reported November 2, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 2, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP FOOTBALL: 6 local teams preparing for opening round of state...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The 2021 regular season has come to an end and now its playoff time. Six local teams are in this year’s...
Mike Manning recognized for 42 years of service on Cullman Power...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A retirement reception for former CEO of Cullman Power Board Mike Manning, was held at All Steak restaurant in Cullman Friday...
Dirty Dawg Pet Spa & Rescue attends Howl-o-ween in downtown Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dirty Dawg Pet Spa & Rescue gathered beside the local Busy Bee Café and set up their tent to participate in...
Crocker announces district attorney campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local attorney Champ Crocker recently shared that he will be included on the 2022 election ballots.
“Today, I’m proud to announce that...
Arrests and incidents reported November 1, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 1, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP SWIMMING: CHS Swim Team competes at Pirate Invitational
BOAZ, Ala. – The Cullman High School Swim Team had a great night in Boaz last Thursday at the inaugural Pirate Invitational meet which hosted...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison gearing up for new season on the hardwood
ADDISON, Ala. -- The 2020-2021 Addison basketball season was a success as the senior laden Bulldogs won the Winston County Championship and the 2A...
WSCC Volleyball wins 2nd consecutive ACCC Tournament championship and 12th in...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s 13th-ranked volleyball team rolled through the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Tournament over the weekend as it did during the conference...
