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Arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Voters overwhelmingly approve state parks amendment
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - By a wide margin, Alabama voters approved the amendment on last Tuesday’s ballot to provide as much as $80 million in...
Arrests and incidents reported May 31, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Local man drowns on Smith Lake Monday
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division continues to assist multiple rescue efforts in the search and recovery...
Multiple individuals arrested on domestic violence; drug-related charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - The previous week experienced several drug-related arrests across Cullman County.
On Tuesday, May 24, CCSO deputies responded to the report of a...
German Axe Throwing Co. to hold grand opening on July 9...
CULLMAN, Ala. - German Axe Throwing Company has been operating as the original axe throwing and mechanical bull riding venue in Cullman since February...
The Saint’s Motorcycle Club 6th Annual Miracle League Ride fundraiser hits...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The idea for the Miracle League Ride started when Brandi Story Evans, Friends of the Miracle League member, met and married...
Annual Cullman City vs. County Blood Drive returning in June
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Annual City versus County Blood Drive is quickly approaching and most of us meet the requirements to participate and stake...
Local woman dies in crash, mourned by community
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman woman known for her giving heart and give-back mentality was killed in a two-vehicle crash on Saturday afternoon.
Patricia Peinhardt,...
Smith Lake Park celebrates 50 years with Memorial Day Festival
Saturday marked a very special day at Smith Lake Park as crowds poured in to help honor the countless men and women that have...
Hanceville pool reopens with new additions and renovations
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Saturday was a big day for swimmers in Hanceville. The Hanceville Pool officially reopened at C.W. Day Park Saturday morning with...
Hanceville Planning Commission to update building codes
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville Planning Commission met on Monday evening at the Hanceville Civic Center.
Topics covered included the possibility of updating...
ADPH provides information regarding infant formula shortages
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program realizes the challenges that many families are facing...
Hanceville City Council adds to alcohol ordinance; discusses upcoming events
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville City Council met on Thursday evening with all councilors present along with Mayor Kenneth Nail, City Attorney Dan Willingham, Police...
Wallace State anglers Bryar Chambers, Clent Blackwood win 2022 BoatUS Collegiate...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State anglers Bryar Chambers and Clent Blackwood have fished together as the college’s top duo for two seasons.
The talented pair secured their...
Falkville to welcome new bakery Homemade by LaLa in June
FALKVILLE, Ala. – A new business is coming to Falkville soon! Homemade by LaLa is set to open in Falkville in June. Owner Lela...
Master Gardener class completes beautification project outside of Cullman County Extension...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Master Gardener’s class recently finished a 14-week class full of learning and fellowship. The group came up with...
Multiple drug-related arrests and Grand Jury indictments over last weekend
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office managed multiple drug-related arrests, including drug trafficking, and several Grand Jury indictments over the weekend.
On...
Arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
WildWater plans soft opening and grand opening dates for 2022 season
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the highly anticipated expansion to WildWater Cullman soon to be complete, the waterpark’s staff is looking forward to a fun...
Cullman County rabies cases in 2021; annual rabies clinic scheduled June...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - In Alabama last year, there were three raccoons tested by the Alabama Department of Public Health found to be positive...
Join Cullman veterans at Sportsman Lake this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 will host this year's county observance of Memorial Day this Saturday, May 28 at...
Victoria’s Hope – On the move again
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Victoria’s Hope Thrift and Treasures is transitioning from its former location on Hwy 31 N to its new address 230...
Arrests and incidents reported May 26, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Hanceville Public Library holds grand reopening; exhibits completed Reading Garden
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Public Library, located in downtown Hanceville, held a grand re-opening on Wednesday to show off their newly completed Reading...
Arrests and incidents reported May 25, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 25, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Tuesday brings May Primary results; new DA in town
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local attorney Champ Crocker unseated 18-year incumbent Wilson Blaylock for the Cullman County District Attorney race.
Crocker shared, “This is the result...
Summer Learning Program at the Library kicks off with Cook Museum...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County are hosting an Oceans of Possibilities Summer Learning Program Kick-off Party on...
Governor Kay Ivey wins Republican Primary outright without a runoff
Montgomery, Ala – The campaign to reelect Governor Kay Ivey today announced that Kay Ivey has won the Gubernatorial Republican Primary election outright without...
Arrests and incidents reported May 24, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
High-speed chase ends in arrest, damaged CPD vehicle
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Police Department officers were called to Walmart North Tuesday at 8:29 a.m. regarding two people making fraudulent returns.
CPD Public Relations...
Seven Daughters Scoops hits the spot on its first weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - After holding a soft opening followed by a friends and family day last week, Seven Daughters Scoops, Cullman’s newest ice cream...
Cullman County launches mental health court
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Circuit Judge Gregory Nicholas and mental healthcare provider WellStone on Monday announced the formation of Mental Health Court, a specialized...
Berlin kicks off Farmers Market season with community event
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Farmers Market held their opening day on Saturday with the support of beautiful weather and several community organizations.
In addition...
Cullman City Council approves rezoning for southside apartments despite challenge by...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening approved rezoning for the development of a five-acre apartment complex on 3rd Avenue Southeast...
Arrests and incidents reported May 23, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Jones Chapel woman dies from dog attack
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Jones Chapel woman died Sunday morning around 2:30 a.m. after being attacked by two dogs according to Cullman County Coroner...
Local swimming incident shared through a diver’s eyes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Members of the Cullman County Diving Team were holding a scuba-diving class at Smith Lake Park’s pool when commotion began involving...
ADPH observes Healthy and Safe Swimming Week 2022
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is participating in the annual Healthy and Safe Swimming Week, May 23-29, 2022, an...
Pfizer COVID-19 booster dose for children 5-11 now authorized, recommendations updated
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Children ages 5 - 11 are now authorized to receive a booster dose of Pfizer/BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine at least five months...
Cullman City School Board meets with honors for students and introductions...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman School Board met on Tuesday night where the East Elementary School (EES) Archery Team was recognized for...
The Link gears up for their 2022 Kindergarten Readiness Camps July...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County’s Kindergarten Readiness Camps are returning this July 18-29 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Monday through...
Paws for Mental Health
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman and Madison County-based mental health service Wellstone is celebrating Mental Health Month, and the organization is calling on our animal...
Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announces the sentencing of convicted...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announces that Joshua Kane Smith was sentenced to 40 years in prison by Circuit Judge...
Motorcycle crash south of Dodge City results in fatality
DODGE CITY, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash at approximately 6:10 a.m. on Friday, May 20, has claimed the life of a Remlap man.
Dustin Chase...
Arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
ADEM installs sea turtle sculpture at Grand Bay Welcome Center to...
MOBILE, Ala. – As part of its campaign to educate the public about the need to keep Alabama’s bio-rich watersheds free of litter that...
Cullman County Commission meets and agrees to split online sales tax...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission met on Tuesday evening at the Cullman County Courthouse with a hefty agenda to review.
Resolution 2022-37: Revenue...
Arrests and incidents reported May 19, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
The Town of Arley prepares for 49th Annual Arley Day festival...
ARLEY, Ala. - The Town of Arley’s 49th Annual Arley Day community festival will be Saturday, May 21. The all-day event will last from...
Jerome Flanigan, convicted for reckless manslaughter in 2016, out on five-year...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jerome Flanigan, convicted of reckless manslaughter in the 2016 death of Leslie Clements, was released from prison yesterday after serving four...
Hanceville City Council honors Math Team and announces kiddie pool to...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville City Council held their meeting on Monday with all council members present.
The council began by honoring the Hanceville High School...
Fairview High School celebrates graduating seniors with awards night
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School held a Senior Awards Night Celebration on Monday at 6:00 p.m. to recognize the scholarships and personal awards...
Multiple arrested across the county on drug-related charges
CULLMAN, Ala. – CCSO deputies went to a residence in the Vinemont area on Thursday, May 12 in an attempt to serve a warrant. Zackary...
Arrests and incidents reported May 18, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Cullman County Schools, Cullman County Commission reach online sales tax revenue...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and the Cullman County Commission have reached a revenue sharing agreement that will provide additional funding for future...
Berlin Town Council aids local business, approves new home construction
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening approved up to $17,000 in economic development assistance and financial incentives to help Berlin...
St. Paul’s alumni gather for Third Annual Alumni and Friends Dinner...
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School held their Third Annual Alumni and Friends Dinner and Auction on Saturday evening at Terri Pines Country...
Summertime fun hits Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville is getting ready for summer with a calendar full of events for everyone’s enjoyment.
Kicking off the entertainment...
Cullman City Schools names new principals for CHS, CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has named the new principals who will take over at Cullman High School and Cullman City Primary School...
Arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Hanceville wreck leaves man injured
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - According to the Hanceville Police Department, around 12:15 a.m. on Tuesday, a motorcycle passed a sitting patrol vehicle at excess speeds...
Touch A Truck event brings families from all over the county...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Touch A Truck, hosted by Cullman Electric Cooperative, took place at the Cullman County Fairgrounds Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00...
Happy Homes hosts Annual Community Appreciation at Festhalle
CULLMAN, Ala. - Happy Homes Real Estate, with lifelong Cullman resident Wes Warren at the helm, hosted the citizens of Cullman to their yearly...
The Klein Building renovations to honor Klein family and history
CULLMAN, Ala. - The historic Klein Dairy building, previously a creamery and ice cream shop, was established in Cullman in 1948 by Charles Klein...
Arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman VFW plans active approach to Memorial Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – In the leadup to Memorial Day on May 30, Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 has a full slate of...
As infant formula shortage continues, Alabama pediatricians advise against diluting infant...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- News reports abound about the current shortage of infant formula facing families across the nation and in Alabama, due to supply...
HeavenLee Companion Aquamation offers alternative to flame cremation and burial for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Amberly and Shane Lee opened HeavenLee Companion Aquamation in March of 2022 to give people a better option when faced with...
Cullman County seniors gather for some spring fun at the 2022...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging held its first Senior Shindig since the beginning of the pandemic on Friday morning at...
Trio of Cullman High School bands play to packed house for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School Band performed their annual Spring Concert on Thursday night at Cullman High School.
In a packed auditorium, the...
Lucas Rhodes: An amazing young man with a lemonade stand
CULLMAN. Ala. - “It’s amazing that all the people have come, I must say! I didn’t even know that the word would spread this...
Vinemont Town Council decides to hold review of progress at Vinemont...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town council met on Tuesday evening to discuss whether to revoke the business license for Business Resource LLC DBA...
Arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Alabama poultry’s environmental excellence
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Poultry ranks as Alabama’s top-producing agricultural commodity. The industry continues to strive for environmental excellence each day while meeting the...
Cullman County Schools once again participating in Summer Feeding Program
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - On Mondays through Thursdays from June 8 – July 12, hot meals will be provided at the following schools: Fairview,...
Arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Two arrested in separate incidents of possession of drug paraphernalia
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Cullman man for multiple outstanding warrants on Tuesday, May 3.
Andrew Halik, 34, of Cullman...
Touch a Truck event coming to Cullman County Fairgrounds May 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - Touch a Truck is a free event hosted by Cullman Electric Cooperative where businesses, local first responders and other organizations bring...
Flourish of Cullman participants celebrate graduation from eight-week cooking class with...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Clients from Flourish of Cullman participated in a Cooking Class at Childhaven for the last eight weeks, learning different cooking skills...
Holly Pond High School, 5th and 6th grade bands to perform...
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Pops in the Park is a spring concert and community event hosted at Governor’s Park brought to the town of...
Alabama’s booming catfish industry ranked #2 in U.S.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Alabama has a reputation for cooking and serving delicious food. Barbecue, coleslaw and fried chicken are all southern staples. In the summer,...
Arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
83rd Annual Cullman Strawberry Festival has record number of attendees
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Strawberry Festival on Saturday, May 7 was packed with people looking to buy farm fresh strawberries and enjoy the...
Arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Healing the mind, body and soul: Manifest Yoga and Wellness holds...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Perhaps you’ve noticed the changes to the little cinderblock building just south of Handy TV and Aaron’s Rentals on Hwy 31...
11th Annual Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer raises funds for breast cancer...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 11th annual Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer 3D Archery Tournament hosted by Heritage Archery Club and the Bowhunters of Alabama is...
CCSO, CPD Tech program still down
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department utilize a computer program that compiles, stores and shares data.
According to the...
Good Hope City Council approves pair of new annexations
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council gathered for its first May meeting Monday night and approved a pair of new land...
South Cullman residents sound off about proposed rezoning, planned apartment complex
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening got an earful about the proposed rezoning of property located on 3rd Avenue Southeast...
Mayor Woody Jacobs declares May 2022 as Older Americans Month
CULLMAN, Ala. – Senior adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the...
ADMH: May 8-14 is National Prevention Week
Montgomery, Ala. – According to the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, an estimated 59.3 million Americans ages 12 and older used...
(UPDATED) No end in sight for national baby formula shortage
CULLMAN, Ala. - The nationwide baby formula shortage is the latest product shortage over the past two years. Following limited supplies of toilet paper...
CATA holds information session about new Power Lineman/ Fiber Optic Technician...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy held an informational session on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. to discuss their upcoming Lineman Program in fall...
Riding for Residents Jeep Parade returns for its third year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman area skilled nursing and assisted living residents were treated to the Riding for Residents Jeep Parade on Saturday.
In its third...
(UPDATED) WildWater Youth Focus Group visits site of WildWater Park
Cullman, Ala. - Wednesday was a very special day for the WildWater Youth Focus Group as they held a meeting inside the Cullman Wellness and...
Strawberry Festival Senior Day makes triumphant return Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - “I’m just happy to be anywhere these days,” laughed Ben Kerny as he walked into Friday’s celebration of the Strawberry Festival...
CATA Health Science seniors Riley Daugherty and Briece Buxton obtain Nurse...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Two Health Science students, Riley Daugherty and Briece Buxton from Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA), recently received their Nursing Aide Certification...
Update on arrest/incidents reports request
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department are currently experiencing issues with their electronic filing system database.
Cullman County Sheriff...
Hanceville Industrial Development Board gives update on two properties
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Industrial Development (ID) Board met on Thursday night at the Hanceville Civic Center. After the minutes from the April...
