Tag: News
Aesthetics on 1st holds ribbon cutting; public grand opening set for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Aesthetics on 1st celebrated its official ribbon-cutting on Tuesday, Feb. 3, in Cullman’s Warehouse District, marking a milestone for the physician-owned...
Snead’s Farmhouse, Fortner Farm raising funds to support Two by Two...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A devastating barn fire at Two by Two Petting Zoo near Enterprise in south Alabama last week claimed the lives of...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 3, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 3, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
(Updated) Father, daughter found dead in Colony; no foul play suspected
Updated Feb. 3, 2026, at 7:45 p.m.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick on Tuesday night identified the decedents as father and daughter Carthel Morgan, 63,...
Cold. Bold. Cullman.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Brave – very brave – participants jumped into icy waters for a great cause Saturday morning, Jan. 31.
It was a balmy...
Get to know the Hanceville Library Board
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Shirley Burden Public Library Manager Teresa Rivera recently shared appreciation for members of the library’s board, saying she couldn’t do it...
Notice: City of Cullman business license renewals
City of Cullman business license renewals were due Jan. 1, 2026. Licenses not renewed by Feb. 1 are delinquent.
The City has mailed courtesy renewal...
Garden City awarded $520K EPA grant for water system expansion
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Town of Garden City has been awarded $520,000 in federal funding to support improvements to its water system.
The funding,...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 2, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Vinemont hosting Valentine’s Day-themed senior community luncheon Feb. 16
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Town of Vinemont will host a Valentine’s Day-themed senior community luncheon on Monday, Feb. 16, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the...
Jubilee Kitchen + Bar hosting weekly flight nights
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jubilee Kitchen + Bar hosted its weekly flight night on Tuesday, Jan. 27, offering a flavorful variety of curated drink flights.
Jubilee...
Nurturing a lifelong love of reading
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary School has a new addition: a Little Free Library.
School Librarian Jenny Helton said the Little Free Library was purchased...
Commission on Aging seeking volunteers for homebound meal deliveries
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging is seeking volunteers to help deliver hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors across the county,...
Ivey invites students to apply for 2026 Summer Internship Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that the application period for the Governor’s Office Summer Internship Program is now open. This...
Crane Hill man accused of traveling to Georgia to kill President...
ATLANTA – Adam Benjamin Hall, 23, of Crane Hill was arrested and appeared in federal court Wednesday, Jan. 28, on a federal charge of...
Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 29, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 29, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
John Wahl formally announces campaign for lieutenant governor
HOOVER, Ala. – Alabama Republican Party Chairman and Alabama Public Library Service Chairman John Wahl on Tuesday, Jan. 27, announced his campaign for Alabama...
Alabama law sharply restricts hemp products; DA outlines enforcement framework
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama’s new hemp law, Act 2025-385, places sweeping restrictions on the sale, possession and distribution of hemp products in the state,...
Good Hope council talks traffic, hemp products, Taco Bell
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday approved moving forward with a traffic study tied to school-area congestion. It also...
Cullman City Council terminates City employee, moves through full agenda
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Tuesday, Jan. 27, after a lengthy closed-door executive session, voted to terminate the employment of Cullman...
Leading lady: Lake chairs State Women’s Leadership Committee
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - From grimy days cleaning out chicken houses to sweet Sundays dishing up lunch in her Cullman County farmhouse, Lisa Lake is...
Seasonal lifeguard positions open for summer 2026 in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for seasonal lifeguards for the summer 2026 season, according...
Alabama State Parks kicks off Junior Park Ranger Program
Alabama State Parks has developed a new program that encourages youngsters to join in the fun the State Parks System provides by becoming Junior...
Cullman City Council terminates wastewater plant head Jake Calloway following arrest
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Tuesday, Jan. 27, after a lengthy closed-door executive session, voted to terminate the employment of Cullman...
Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 27, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 22 – 26, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ =...
Cornelius officially qualifies to run for Cullman County revenue commissioner
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Kenneth Cornelius has officially qualified to run for Cullman County revenue commissioner as a Republican.
Cornelius...
North Alabama Agriplex announces local author visit Feb. 13-14
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex announced it will welcome Alabama author Heather C. Morris for three separate classes.
On Friday, Feb. 13, Morris...
United Way of Cullman County invites local nonprofits to apply for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County invests donor dollars back into local nonprofits that are working every day to improve life for...
Local band Raine performs at scholars bowl fundraiser
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School’s Scholars Bowl team hosted a fundraising concert in the school auditorium Jan. 17, featuring a rising...
Alabama unemployment rate holds steady at 2.7%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed announced Friday, Jan. 23, that Alabama’s preliminary seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for December held...
Jacobs proclaims Lutheran Schools Appreciation Week in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Jan. 25–31, 2026 Lutheran Schools Appreciation Week in the city of Cullman, recognizing the long-standing...
Medical cannabis program advances in Alabama; Cullman County positioned for dispensary...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama’s long-delayed medical cannabis program is moving closer to becoming operational following recent action by the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission. Cullman...
Aderholt announces $2.5M for Wallace State Community College affordable housing and...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama on Friday, Jan. 23, announced $2.5 million in federal funding for Wallace State Community College’s Lions’ Village project...
Jacobs proclaims Catholic Schools Week in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Jan. 25–31, 2026 as Catholic Schools Week in the city of Cullman, recognizing the long-standing...
Tulip fields, Alabama Tulip Festival coming to Cullman’s 4D Farm
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County’s 4D Farm has announced an addition to the family friendly attraction: tulip fields.
4D Farm Owner Beth Daniel said...
CJ House: Restoring Women Outreach announces 6th sober-living home
CULLMAN, Ala. - Restoring Women Outreach, a local program that has been serving women in Cullman since 2011, recently announced its sixth sober-living home.
Founder...
Aderholt announces $13.5M for St. Bernard Bridge, U.S. 278 improvements
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama on Friday, Jan. 23, said he secured $13.5 million in federal funding for the U.S. Highway 278 St. Bernard Bridge replacement...
Cullman Power Board urges preparation as winter weather increases outage risk
CULLMAN, Ala. - With forecasts calling for a mix of winter precipitation and rapidly falling temperatures, Cullman Power Board officials are urging residents to...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 23, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Berlin council addresses Flock camera, farmers market details
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council at its meeting Monday, Jan. 19, welcomed Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Cheryl Hawkins, who answered questions...
Build a stronger hive at the 31st Annual Alabama Beekeepers Symposium...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Honey bee enthusiasts are invited to see what all the buzz is about at the 31st Annual Alabama Beekeepers Symposium...
Cullman County included in state of emergency proclamation ahead of weekend...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday signed a proclamation issuing a state of emergency for 19 northern counties ahead of the anticipated...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 22, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Alabama’s Ultimate Fishing Expo in Cullman draws thousands from across the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The inaugural Alabama’s Ultimate Fishing Expo drew large crowds and widespread praise as anglers and outdoor enthusiasts filled the Cullman OmniPlex...
Cullman City Schools monitoring winter storm; decision on Monday and Tuesday...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools officials are closely monitoring weather conditions ahead of an approaching winter storm as administrators evaluate potential impacts to...
Cullman County Schools monitoring weather as storm system approaches
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette said the district is closely monitoring weather conditions as a major storm system approaches...
Winter Storm Watch Friday Into Sunday
CLANTON – Wednesday 730 am, January 21, 2026
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect north of I-20 from 6 pm Friday until 6 pm...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 21, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 21, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Local Eats: Pop’s Cafe
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Are you looking for a restaurant with a “blast to the past” dining experience? How about Southern entrées that are made...
Small Business Spotlight: Patsy’s Alterations
CULLMAN, Ala. – Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work from the comfort of your own home doing what you...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 20, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 20, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Notes from latest CALiCo meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Literacy Council (CALiCo) met Jan. 14 to review recent activities and discuss upcoming events and priorities to expand...
Rotary Club donates $5K toward library bathroom renovations
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board at its regular meeting on Thursday, Jan. 15, saw the Cullman Rotary Club present a...
Hanceville Parks and Recreation hiring full-time and seasonal positions
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for multiple employment opportunities, including one full-time position and several seasonal roles ahead of...
Cold today into Tuesday with potential winter weather late week
CLANTON, Ala. – A chilly couple of days with high temperatures both today and Tuesday from the 40s north to the 50s south. Lows tonight...
Kitten in Russell County tests positive for rabies; 1 individual exposed
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health is urging people to be cautious around stray animals following a stray cat testing positive...
ACES: Considerations for successful watermelon production
Watermelons can be a great crop for both home and commercial production. The following information outlines several key considerations before growing watermelons.
Preparing the site
Like...
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program applications now open in Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. - Applications are now open for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), offering eligible low-income seniors in Cullman County and throughout...
CHA: Public housing waitlist pre-applications available
CULLMAN, Ala. – Pre-applications for the Cullman Housing Authority's public housing waitlist are available now. CHA Executive Director Marquisha Griffin advised all people interesting...
Bowling officially qualifies for Alabama Senate race
BATTLEGROUND, Ala. - Cullman County’s James R. (JR) Bowling has officially qualified to run for Alabama Senate, District 4.
Bowling announced his candidacy in December.
Bowling...
Oden officially qualifies for reelection to Alabama Public Service Commission, Place...
EVA, Ala. - Jeremy Oden officially qualified Jan. 14, as a candidate for re-election to the Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 1.
Oden announced his...
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Safe Haven Baby Box installed at Cullman Fire Rescue Station No. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local leaders and community members gathered Thursday, Jan. 15, at...
‘Everyone has secrets’: PostSecret at Karma’s
CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma's Coffee House is inviting the community to anonymously share their secrets this January through an interactive art installation inspired by...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 16, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 14, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Small Business Spotlight: Sugar & Steam
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Sugar & Steam: Bakery & Coffee was opened in October 2025 by Bo and Katie Johnson. Prior to opening the...
USDA’s 2025–2030 dietary guidelines include new inverted food pyramid
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Food Guide Pyramid was introduced by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 1992. The pyramid was updated in...
Creel officially qualifies to run for Cullman County sheriff
CULLMAN, Ala. – Law enforcement veteran Tim Creel this week officially qualified to run for Cullman County sheriff.
Creel announced his candidacy back in July...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 15, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 15, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
St. Bernard Abbey to honor retired Abbot Marcus Voss Feb. 6
CULLMAN, Ala. - The monks of St. Bernard Abbey will gather with friends, alumni and the wider community on Friday, Feb. 6, to honor...
Smith Lake repeal bill passes Senate unanimously, heads to House
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Legislation repealing the Smith Lake annexation law (SB322) cleared the Alabama Senate Thursday morning with unanimous support.
Senate Bill 12, sponsored by...
Compton, Haynes recognized for their service
CULLMAN, Ala. – Supervisors were recognized at the Cullman County Soil and Water Conservation District (CCSWCD) meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 13. The supervisors were...
Night to Shine: Celebration for special needs community coming Feb. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - Life Church - Hanceville, in partnership with the Hanceville Civitans and the Tim Tebow Foundation, will host Night to Shine of...
Alabama Conservation District Employees Association announces 6 $1K scholarships for 2026...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Conservation District Employees Association is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program, offering six $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 14, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 14, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
United Way of Cullman County transitions to leadership donor model for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County has transitioned away from its Business Alliance program and returned to a leadership donor model as...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School to host Swamp John’s Fundraiser Jan. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. — St. Paul’s Lutheran School will host a Swamp John’s Fundraiser on Monday, Jan. 26, from 4-7p.m., in celebration of National Lutheran...
DHR: SNAP transactions for out-of-state and online automatically turned off Jan....
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources on Monday announced a new system enhancement that automatically defaults all EBT cards to block...
Ivey delivers 2026 State of the State address
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday evening, Jan. 13, delivered the 2026 State of the State address.
Watch the video on WVTM13’s website...
Cullman City Council recognizes service of outgoing CEDA Director Dale Greer,...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday honored multiple City staffers, including the outgoing head of Cullman’s economic development for the last...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 13, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Dodge City Town Council proclaims January Human Trafficking Prevention Month
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council approved multiple resolutions and ordinances during its regular meeting held Jan. 8.
Among the items approved...
Ribbon cut on Phase II of Cullman Middle School expansion
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools hosted a community open house Sunday, Jan. 11, with City and State officials cutting the ribbon on Phase...
Holmes retiring from CCSO; Hogue will be new chief deputy
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Monday, Jan. 12, announced the upcoming retirement of Chief Deputy Brett Holmes, who will conclude...
After decades at the line, Dale Greer reels in retirement
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dale Greer, director of the Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA), is set to retire after decades of service in Cullman, bringing...
Allen releases list of counties where noncitizens illegally registered and/or voted
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Sec. of State Wes Allen announced last week “the identification of 186 ‘illegally registered noncitizens,’ including 25 who had illegally...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 12, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 12, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
(Updated) AG Marshall settles lawsuit with Cullman’s Aurora IV and Wellness;...
Updated Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, to include a statement from the law firm representing Amanda and Chris Medders:
"From day one, our clients acted in...
21st annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County event set for Feb....
CULLMAN, Ala. — The 21st annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County Chili Dinner will take place Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, offering the community an...
Youth art contest invites Cullman Housing Authority residents to share ‘What...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Youth artists who live in households or receive housing-related services managed by the Cullman Housing Authority are invited to take part...
Shirley Burden Public Library partners with local boxing club for free...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library is pairing with a former professional boxer to host a free introductory boxing class on Wednesday,...
Polar Bear Plunge: Event returns Jan. 31, benefiting Special Olympics of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Polar Bear Plunge will return Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, inviting residents to brave the cold for a cause at...
Hope Horses aiming for growth, expanded services
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. is in the midst of a capital campaign intended to raise funds for a multiphase expansion...
Tyson Foods supports Good Samaritan Health Clinic’s mission to deliver health...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Good Samaritan Health Clinic announces a $28,350 grant from Tyson Foods.
This investment will allow Good Samaritan Health Clinic to continue its...
Workday scheduled for ECBA disaster relief warehouse project
CULLMAN, Ala. - A volunteer workday has been scheduled to continue construction on the East Cullman Baptist Association’s (ECBA’s) disaster relief warehouse building. The...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 9, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
City of Cullman seeks volunteers for Tree Commission
CULLMAN, Ala. - City of Cullman residents who have a passion for trees and community stewardship are encouraged to apply to serve on the...
The Pantry at the Link After Hours set for Jan. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. – The first “After Hours” distribution at The Pantry at The Link this year is coming up Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 4:30-7...
Lotus Health Women’s Health Forum coming Jan. 31
CULLMAN, Ala. - Lotus Health Inc., a Cullman-based nonprofit focused on holistic and preventive health, will host a Women’s Health Forum on Saturday, Jan....
Vendor applications still open for Bloomin’ Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - Vendor applications are still open for the upcoming Bloomin’ Festival arts & craft show, with organizers encouraging interested artisans to apply...
Vinemont Council highlights completed road projects, recognizes Human Trafficking Awareness Month
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 6, approving several resolutions and addressing updates related...
