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Arrests and Incidents reported August 5, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
CPD arrests Falkville man for theft
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Falkville man was arrested by the Cullman Police Department in connection to a theft reported at the Red Roof Inn...
‘Heartland Revival’: Quilters hold 2025 show
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Heartland Quilters Guild hosted its 2025 quilt show, the “Heartland Revival,” Aug. 1-2, at St. Andrew’s Global Methodist Church. The...
ALEA honors life and service of retired K-9 Pici
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – With deep respect and heavy hearts, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) on Monday, Aug. 4, announced the passing of retired...
Kenneth Cornelius announces candidacy for Cullman County revenue commissioner
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director, Hanceville City Councilman and local businessman Kenneth Cornelius has announced he will seek the Republican...
Crocker: Officer-involved shooting deemed justified
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker on Monday said he has determined an officer-involved shooting that took place July 19, 2025,...
Back-to-school tips for parents: From lunchboxes to letting go
Wrapping up summer fun and preparing to head back to school can cause stress for both students and parents. Find comfort by easing into...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 4, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Bigger, brighter and steeped in tradition
Oktoberfest returns to Cullman Oct. 2-4, 2025
With the clang of steins in the biergarten and the swirl of dancers in dirndls and lederhosen, Cullman’s...
Cullman County man charged with using cell phone to steal debit...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Christopher Michael Melvin, 45, of Vinemont, was arrested July 31, charged with one count of identity theft and two counts of...
WSCC Dental Assisting program celebrates recent graduates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Dental Assisting program celebrated its latest graduates with a pinning ceremony held on Monday, July 28, at...
Welcome Homestead hosts fall gardening event
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Welcome Homestead in Baileyton hosted its most recent Women’s Homesteading Group event on Thursday, July 31, focused on fall gardening.
The group...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: July 28
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met July 28 to discuss personnel matters and action items before the start of the new...
FPLCC hosting Spooktacular Storybook 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run Oct. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) is hosting the Spooktacular Storybook 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run on...
From practice fields to Friday nights: Area bands marching toward fall
CULLMAN, Ala. - Band students all across Cullman County have been working hard from early mornings to late at night, marking drill sets, memorizing...
Cullman Christian School purchases Beech Ave. property
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Christian School has officially purchased the Beech Avenue property it has called home since 2020. The school purchased the property...
BREAKING: Gudger files legislation to repeal resort development and annexation
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, has pre-filed legislation for the 2026 regular session that will repeal Senate Bill 322, block...
Allen reminds Alabamians of absentee voting deadlines ahead of Aug. 26...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Sec. of State Wes Allen this week reminded Alabama voters that municipal absentee election managers must receive mail-in absentee ballot...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 31, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 31, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Gudger announces $750K in state grant funding for research and technology...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, this week announced that the City of Cullman is receiving a $750,000 state...
Eliana Hollis creates East Elementary garden mural
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School graduate Eliana Hollis has created a vibrant mural for East Elementary School’s garden. For Hollis, the project was...
CCSO, CPD share school safety protocols
CULLMAN, Ala. – Recently, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department each had school resource officer (SRO) training programs, as well as...
Grow Hope: ‘A chance for us to dream even bigger”
Hope Horses holds Grow Hope Dinner
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hope Horses, Inc. held its Grow Hope Dinner on July 24, at its facility. Local businesses,...
Victim Services in need of teen, shelter items
5th annual Masquerade Ball coming Sept. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman offers a full range of no-cost services for survivors of domestic...
Ethel Alexander announces candidacy for mayor of Colony
COLONY, Ala. – Ethel Alexander has announced her candidacy for mayor of Colony.
Below is a summary of her announcement.
Ethel L. Alexander is a servant...
Shirley Burden Public Library happenings
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville has had a full schedule throughout July, featuring fun activities for young readers, hosting...
Hawk Fest celebrates community, new gymnasium floor at Harmony
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School held its traditional Hawk Fest celebration on Saturday, July 26, giving the community a chance to come together before...
‘It is a joy’
Red Barn Farm hosting Flower Fridays
CULLMAN, Ala. - Red Barn Farm, known for its homemade baked goods and fresh-picked flower bouquets, is hosting a...
Tradition! Cullman Community Theatre to present ‘Fiddler on the Roof in August
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman, that quaint but growing German colony in north Alabama, will take on a little more international flavor in the next...
Inaugural People’s Law School class coming Aug. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - The People’s Law School will launch its inaugural class Aug. 16, 2025. The program curriculum has been designed to teach individuals...
25 years of Rumors
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Rumors Deli part of Hank's Sports Bar & Rumors Deli celebrated 25 years of business on Friday, July 25. While...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 28, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 28, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman City Schools construction progress update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The new school year is quickly approaching, and with it, major updates are happening for Cullman Middle School, Cullman High School...
Berlin: Clark, Stevenson join council; remaining seats certified
BERLIN, Ala. – Mayor Patrick Bates opened the monthly session of the Berlin Town Council on Monday, July 21. The meeting commenced with an...
‘We’re helping kids walk into school confident and prepared’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County recently wrapped up its annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive, and Executive Director Stephanie...
City celebrates grand opening of OmniPlex
CULLMAN, Ala. – The grand opening of the Cullman OmniPlex was held Friday, July 25, marking a significant milestone for local recreation, tourism and...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 25, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Significant and historic improvements in public education’
CCBOE cuts ribbon, breaks ground on new additions at Hanceville, Good Hope
CULLMAN, Ala. – Thursday was a busy day for the Cullman County Board...
Cullman County PALS meet and discuss business
Updated July 26, 2025, at 12:08 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) met July 22, at Cullman County Economic...
Anytime Fitness Cullman to celebrate 10-year anniversary with community block party...
CULLMAN, Ala. – With 10 years of success under its belt, Anytime Fitness Cullman is celebrating the major milestone with a party for the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 24, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 24, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Agriplex’s 9th annual Harvest to Home Dinner set for Sept. 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex’s ninth annual Harvest to Home Dinner will take place Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. The North Alabama Agriplex...
Go Platinum Salon hosting 3rd annual Back-to-School Free Haircut Day at...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Go Platinum Salon is once again giving back to local families with its third annual Back-to-School Free Haircut Day, set for...
Longtime partners: Extension, Agriplex strengthen ties for the future
CULLMAN, Ala. - For more than a decade, the Cullman County Extension Office and the North Alabama Agriplex have shared more than just a...
CCSO hosts SRO training
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is preparing for a new school year with intensive School Resource Officer (SRO) training the week...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 23, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wallace State to host inaugural Lion Athletics Benefit Dinner on Aug....
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is proud to announce the inaugural Wallace State Athletics Benefit Dinner, scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025....
Wallace State earns reaccreditation from SACSCOC
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced the successful reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission...
Myrex and Hollingsworth officially headed to District 12 runoff Aug. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - Republicans Cindy Myrex and Clint Hollingsworth are officially headed for a runoff, as neither topped 50% of the vote in the...
Celebrate state’s farmers on Sweet Grown Alabama Day July 26
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Whether it is fruits, vegetables and honey or beef, pork and peanuts, Alabama’s farmers provide a bountiful amount of products...
Holly Pond happenings: Fire & Rescue Cadets fundraiser, Day in the...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – It’s all about first responders in Holly Pond right now, with the Holly Pond Fire & Rescue Cadets holding a...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 22, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hope Horses hosting inaugural ‘Grow Hope’ dinner July 24 to fund...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. will host its highly anticipated Grow Hope capital campaign dinner on Thursday, July 24, at 6...
Karma’s celebrating 10 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma's Coffee House is celebrating 10 years in business this month with a schedule full of exciting events and reflections on...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 21, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 21, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts 25th class
CULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms was packed with friends, family, former teammates and coaches, old rivals and more Saturday night to celebrate the...
Library board meeting notes: July 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board met Friday, approving financial reports, discussing ongoing projects and recognizing the success of ongoing programs.
The...
Wallace State hosts CyberPatriot Camp to inspire future cybersecurity leaders
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Computer Science program recently introduced local students to the dynamic world of cybersecurity through an AFA CyberPatriot...
Free workshop to focus on fall and winter grazing strategies for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Cooperative Extension System will host its Cool-Season Grazing Management Workshop on Thursday, August 21, from 6 to 8 p.m....
Wallace State Nursing named Center of Excellence for 3rd time
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education has once again been named a Center of Excellence by the National...
Cold Springs FCCLA shines at 2025 National Leadership Conference
BREMEN, Ala. - From July 4–10, 2025, Cold Springs High School proudly represented Alabama at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)...
Kreps retires from Cullman Housing Authority board
CULLMAN, Ala. – After 17 years, Rickey Kreps retires from the board of the Cullman Housing Authority.
Executive Director Marquisha Griffin said Kreps served on...
Forum focuses on improvements at East Side Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism on Thursday hosted a special community forum at the OmniPlex to gather input on the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 18, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 18, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Areas of rain today with heat next week
Rainbands will occur across the state today, beginning in the southern half this morning and spreading to the northern half later this morning or...
Smith Lake Veterinary Hospital officially open
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Smith Lake Veterinary Hospital opened its doors to the public on Saturday, June 28, for its grand opening.
Veterinarian and Owner...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 17, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 17, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: July 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met Tuesday morning for its regular meeting to discuss facility updates, staffing and student programming that...
‘Your Voice, Your Home’: Cullman Housing Authority event July 23
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Housing Authority will hold a Community Conversations event on Wednesday, July 23, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Hilltop Community...
Myrex and Hollingsworth likely headed to runoff Aug. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - Republicans Cindy Myrex and Clint Hollingsworth are likely headed for a runoff, as neither topped 50% of the vote in the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 16, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 16, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Good Hope Council approves annexation, certifies election of 3 council members
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting Monday night and got things started with the certification of...
Cullman City Council recognizes achievements of East Elementary archery team
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday presented a resolution of commendation to each member and coach of East Elementary School’s archery...
‘Learning doesn’t stop in the summer’
Governor Kay Ivey visits STEM camp at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools (CCS) and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) teamed...
‘There but for the grace of God, go I’
3 graduate from Cullman County Drug Court
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Drug Court recently had several participants of its program graduate.
Cullman County District Judge...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 15, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 15, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman City Council honors guests, reports quarterly financials
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council worked through a full agenda while welcoming a large group of guests to city hall on Monday...
Alabama’s 20th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday set for July 18–20,...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama families can save money on back-to-school essentials during the state’s 20th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, which begins at 12:01...
ALDOT to close I-65 northbound Tuesday night for bridge repair
ALDOT plans to close part of I-65 northbound Tuesday night for a bridge repair near Lacon in Morgan County.
Starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July...
Gudger announces $24K in grant funding for Gold Ridge community
GOLD RIDGE, Ala. - Senate President Pro Tempore Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, announced Saturday during the monthly breakfast sponsored by the Gold Ridge Volunteer Fire...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 14, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 14, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
CCBOE adding 5 First-Class Pre-K classrooms this fall
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman County Schools is adding additional Pre-K classroom space to the district, thanks to state grants as part of the First...
Wallace State brings home gold and bronze from SkillsUSA competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College students returned from the 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference with three gold medals and two...
Marshall announces $11.7M for Alabama from 8 opioid drug makers
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Friday, July 11, announced Alabama's participation in a nationwide settlement with eight drug makers that...
VFW Auxiliary welcomes kids to first Summer Youth Program of the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Auxiliary held its first Summer Youth Program of the year on July 9, at...
Vinemont Council certifies unopposed council seats, completes Walking Trail upgrades
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council convened with a packed crowd for its monthly meeting on July 8, with all council members in...
Who’s paying whom? District 12 Special Election campaign finance reports
CULLMAN, Ala. – As the primary draws near for the special-called election to fill the seat of resigned Alabama House District 12 Rep. Corey...
‘It’s time to plan your space for you’
CPRST, city council host forum on future of Active Adult Center
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council made its way to a packed Donald...
Happy 105th birthday, Roy Drinkard!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman's Roy Drinkard, the oldest living United States Marine, turns 105 years old on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama,...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 11, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 11, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cold Springs High School Band holds fundraiser at Johnny’s Barbershop
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Cold Springs High School Royal Blue Band held a shrimp and crawfish boil to raise funds at Johnny’s Barbershop...
Glover announces candidacy for Alabama House District 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – Matthew Glover in June announced his candidacy for Alabama House of Representatives District 12.
Election details
Gov. Kay Ivey set special election dates...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Fairview announces new mayor; Jack’s representatives meet with council
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Mayor Keith Henry commenced the monthly session of the Fairview Town Council on July 7, 2025, following an invocation led by...
Wallace State receives $2.5M for renovation, construction projects
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced it is the recipient of $2.5 million from the state legislature that will help pay...
Circle of Hope to host 18th Annual Shoot for a Cure...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Circle of Hope is set to host the 18th Annual Shoot for a Cure 3D Archery Tournament on Saturday and Sunday,...
Guthrie, Whitehead named 2025 Baileyton Citizen, Volunteer of the Year
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway commenced the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council on July 7, 2025. The meeting opened with an...
SB322 clears path for Smith Lake Resort annexation, CDD structure
(UPDATED) CULLMAN, Ala. – With the passage of Senate Bill 322 into law, questions surrounding a proposed Smith Lake Resort project have continued to circulate...
131st Cullman County Courthouse Singing Convention this Saturday and Sunday, July...
Singing school on Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday and Sunday, July 12-13, Cullman will celebrate what has become a unique tradition in Alabama: the...
Kevin Everett announces candidacy for Cullman County sheriff
CULLMAN, Ala. – Kevin Everett has announced his candidacy for Cullman County Sheriff.
Everett’s announcement is below.
Hello my name is Kevin Everett and I would...
