Jacobs proclaims October Alpha Delta Kappa month in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local Alpha Delta Kappa (ADK) members Linda Walker and Laurita Hogland met with Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, as he proclaimed the month of October 2022 Alpha Delta Kappa Month in the city of Cullman. The purpose of...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 6
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 6, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 3
domestic violence; Co. Rd. 793unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; Hwy 31domestic violence; Hwy...
Seniors: Prepare now for Medicare’s Open Enrollment period
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Medicare’s Open Enrollment is rapidly approaching, and now is the time to prepare. Open Enrollment begins Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7. During this time, changes may be made to various aspects of Medicare Advantage and Part D drug coverage.
Medicare...
ALEA experiencing Driver License Division network outage
Updated 1:51 p.m.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License System (LEADS) is currently functioning for both in-person and online services.
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division is currently experiencing a statewide network outage. Due to this outage, Driver...
Hanceville City Council approves inaugural Christmas on Commercial event, resurfacing of Hopewell Rd.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council this week voted to approve a new holiday event: Christmas on Commercial.
Maggie Soleto of Vintage Magnolias and Ashley Tally of Something Simple Boutique, both located on Commercial Street, brought the idea of holding a holiday market prior...
Multiple fire departments respond to County Road 222 structure fire
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office shut down the 7200 block of County Road 222 this morning due to a structure fire in the area.
The fire was in the Trimble VFD coverage area. Trimble, Logan, Bethsadia, Good Hope, Loretto, Crane Hill and...
Operation Clear Track: ALEA ‘trains’ residents on railroad safety
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – According to the Amtrak Police Department, a person or vehicle is hit by a train in the United States every three hours. To bring awareness to the potential dangers surrounding railroad tracks and trains, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is...
Hanceville hosting annual Kids’ Night Out this Thursday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville’s Kids’ Night Out will return to C.W. Day Park this Thursday, Sept. 15, from 6-9 p.m., giving children the opportunity to meet their community’s first responders. The yearly event provides games, rides and food and drinks for Hanceville’s students, friends...
Cullman City Council rejects bids for sports complex
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman City Council on Monday passed Resolution 2022-111, which rejected all current bids on the Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism’s 130,000-square-foot multi-sports and events center project. The council said all submitted bids exceeded the project’s budget.
With an expected debut date...
Hanceville approves FY 2023 budget, discusses heavy hauling ordinance
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Following a work session in which the Hanceville City Council reviewed the FY 2023 budget, council members on Thursday evening discussed a proposed heavy hauling ordinance, which has been a topic for the last several meetings. The council members, City Attorney...
Cullman Sheriff Matt Gentry issues statement on Casey White
Today, Friday September 9th 2022, news broke about a court filing in which capital murder suspect Casey White’s legal team has requested that he be housed in the Cullman County Detention Center for his upcoming trial in Lauderdale County.
There is a quote attributed to...
Traffic stop leads to 2 arrests, drug charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office investigators conducted a traffic stop Wednesday in Baileyton, resulting in two arrests and multiple drug charges.
James Edward Hill, 52, of Crane Hill, and Brandy Marie Dingler, 30, of Blountsville, were identified as passengers in the vehicle.
Investigators determined...
Driving electric just got easier: Cullman EC unveils 2 fast chargers
CULLMAN, Ala. – As automakers retool their factories to prepare for the age of transportation electrification, many travelers are going to be driving an electric vehicle (EV) in the next two decades. To make sure Cullman County is ready, Cullman Electric Cooperative has partnered...
ALEA kicks off ‘Play Hard, Win Big’ safety campaign
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is wrapping up its 101 Days of Safety this Labor Day weekend; however, the agency is turning its attention to another celebrated season in the South: football!
ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said, “Although Labor Day signals...
Multi-vehicle I-65 wreck leaves 1 dead
CULLMAN, Ala. – A multi-vehicle wreck on Interstate 65 northbound in Cullman County claimed the life of an Indiana woman Wednesday.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as Ruth Bahr, 58, of Vincennes, Indiana.
The wreck happened at approximately 10:40 a.m. near mile marker...
‘Think outside the box’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at Cullman City Primary School have always gotten some exposure to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), but this year the school is taking young learners even deeper into the concepts with a special curriculum and approach unique at the...
Teen arrested following ‘hoax’ bomb threats in Cullman, Walker counties
UPDATED 8/30/22 6:30 p.m.CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department (CPD) responded to a bomb threat at Cullman Regional around 11:02 a.m. Tuesday. After investigating, the department said the call was a hoax. Later Tuesday, the Jasper Police Department (JPD) released a statement saying...
(Updated) CPD investigating death of infant at Economy Inn in Cullman
Updated 8-29-22 5:07 p.m
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department (CPD) is investigating the death of an infant.
CPD officers responded to a report of an infant death at the Economy Inn on U.S. Highway 31 (1834 Second Ave. NW, Cullman) around 12:30 p.m....
Traffic alerts for Cullman this week
Tuesday, Aug. 30
County Road 700 will be closed between County Road 703 and County Road 709 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. for cross drain replacement. The Alabama Department of Transportation will close Interstate 65 southbound from Exit 325 (Thompson Road) to Exit 318 (U.S. Highway 31...
Expect I-65 S closure on Aug. 30 and 31
HUNTSVILLE — The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that Interstate 65 southbound in southern Morgan County will be closed from 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, until about 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31.
The southbound roadway will be closed from Exit 325 (Thompson Road) near Hartselle to Exit 318...
ALEA statement on passing of Mt. Vernon Police Officer Ivan Lopez
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Sec. Hal Taylor on Tuesday issued a statement on the passing of Mt. Vernon Police Officer Ivan Lopez Monday, who was killed Aug. 22.
According to Mobile’s WKRG, “Monday night the officer was headed home to Foley...
CCSO recovers stolen vehicle, 2 arrested after pursuit
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies on Friday recovered a possible stolen vehicle after a vehicle pursuit.
Deputies recognized the vehicle from an earlier BOLO from Morgan County and attempted to stop the vehicle, at which time the driver fled in the...
Cullman County man killed in crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County man was killed in a single-vehicle crash at approximately midnight on Friday, Aug. 19.
According to an Alabama State Trooper spokesperson, Blake Lee Baker, 26, of Bremen, was fatally injured when the 2020 Toyota Corolla he was driving left...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests this week, including:
Monday, Aug. 15
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Garden City area. Ronald Lee Mickle, 43, of Hayden, was identified as the driver.
A subsequent search of the vehicle allegedly yielded...
1 killed in Hwy. 31 wreck south of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 31 south of the city Saturday evening at approximately 7:25.
A press release from Alabama State Troopers said Dana Quick West, 51, was fatally injured when the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox...
ALEA soars into America’s Best-Looking Cruiser Contest featuring legacy of Tuskegee Airmen
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Each year the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) joins fellow highway patrol and state police organizations across the nation to vie for the top spot in the American Association of State Trooper’s (AAST) “Best-Looking Cruiser” contest. Photos are chosen through popular...
Traffic fatality update
DECATUR POST — A two-vehicle crash at approximately 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8, has claimed the life of a Louisville, Ky., man. Conor J. Nelis, 22, was fatally injured when the 2013 Ford Focus in which he was a passenger was struck by a 2015 Mack...
Traffic alert for Hwy 31 and Hwy 278
TRAFFIC ALERT: The traffic light at the intersection of Hwy 31 and Hwy 278 will be inoperable for several hours on Wednesday evening beginning at 7 p.m. for the replacement of the control box by the Alabama Department of Transportation. Officers from the Cullman...
Kentucky man killed in CR 222 wreck
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Kentucky man was killed in a two-vehicle wreck along County Road 222 near Interstate 65 in Cullman County Monday. The crash happened just before 9 a.m.
According to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, Conor James Nelis, 22, of Louisville, was declared...
The sky’s the limit: Exponential return on investment opportunity for city, county at Cullman Regional Airport
VINEMONT, Ala. - With both the State of Alabama and federal government investing millions of dollars in the Cullman Regional Airport by way of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), specifically the Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG), plans are in the works to update the Vinemont...
ALEA: ABCs of back-to-school safety
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Somewhere between purchasing school supplies, packing lunches and selecting outfits for the first day of a new school year, parents and their students should make time to review the ABCs of back-to-school safety.
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Secretary Hal Taylor said,...
Local back-to-school events
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each year, area schools and organizations host back-to-school events to celebrate kids returning to school and to ready any supplies families may need. Some schools and organizations, including Good Hope, Parkside and St. Andrew’s United Methodist, have already hosted events, but...
‘Keeping our children safe will continue to be our No. 1 priority’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) hosted a law enforcement safety event at Desperation Church Tuesday, just a couple of weeks before area students head back to school for the new year.
The event featured Phil Chalmers, a true crime writer, law...
CCSO drug roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple drug-related arrests this week in unrelated incidents across the county.
On July 18, deputies responded to a report of domestic violence in the Johnson’s Crossing area.
William Checkon, 79, of Hanceville, allegedly left the scene...
Tips for severe weather prep
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabamians are no strangers to severe weather. Still, it helps to remind oneself of the basics of storm preparation once in a while.
Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Tim Sartin said it’s important to be ready before bad weather comes...
2 arrested in separate, drug-related incidents
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two local residents were arrested in separate, drug-related incidents recently.
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested a Cullman woman on multiple charges Tuesday, July 12, following the revocation of her bond.
Lauren Peyton Whittle, 29, is charged with resisting arrest, public intoxication, second-degree...
Hanceville man dies in motorcycle crash
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency stated Monday that a single-vehicle crash that occurred at 12:05 a.m. Saturday, July 9, has claimed the life of a Hanceville man.
According to ALEA, Timothy W. Mayer, 32, was fatally injured when the 2011 Harley-Davidson...
Cullman man arrested after reported stabbing in Vinemont
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man has been arrested following an alleged stabbing incident at the V&W Food Mart in Vinemont Friday, July 8.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies responded to the scene, where a V&W employee was reportedly harmed. According to the CCSO,...
CCSO makes multiple arrests over holiday weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests during traffic stops over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
One day prior, on June 30, a traffic stop in Baileyton resulted in the arrest of Charles Leon Nichols, 58, of...
CCSO asking for helping locating missing 69-year-old woman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in locating missing woman, 69-year-old Freida Weisheit Stidham.
According to a release issued by the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Mrs. Stidham is a white female and may be living...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office details traffic management at Smith Lake Park for 4th of July festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will be responsible for traffic control following the fireworks show at Smith Lake Park today, July 4, 2022.
“After the fireworks display has ended, traffic will be one way for outgoing traffic out of the park...
Hanceville Pool closed over weekend for repairs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Locals all over Cullman County will be hitting the water this Fourth of July weekend but unfortunately, they’ll have to wait a few days before they can return to the pool at C.W. Day Park in Hanceville.
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail reported...
(Update) Escaped inmate who stole ambulance from UAB, vehicle from Cullman recaptured
PHOENIX, AZ - The manhunt for a Jefferson County Inmate ended on Tuesday after being captured by U.S. Marshal’s in Phoenix, Arizona. Phillip Shane Bradford, the Jefferson County inmate who escaped UAB Medicine in a stolen ambulance on June 22, was located six days...
Search for missing Cullman girl continues
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office investigators are still actively following up on leads in the search for Alana Jean Aldridge.
Ms. Aldridge, 16, was last seen getting into the pictured vehicle around 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 11 around the area of...
Cullman inmate arrested after failure to comply with court order
CULLMAN, Ala. -- A Blountsville man is back in custody at the Cullman County Detention Center after failing to comply with a court order.
Adam Nicholas Ryan Baldwin, 35, was granted temporary release for a family funeral after Baldwin’s attorney petitioned the court on April...
CCBOE breaks ground on new gym at Cold Springs High School
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Education approved the construction of a new gymnasium on the campus of Cold Springs High School and Board members, elected officials, school administrators, coaches and students gathered to break ground on the new facility Thursday morning....
CCSO makes two separate arrests after serving warrants
CULLMAN and HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In two separate instances, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office attempted to serve warrants and left with two under arrest.
On Wednesday, April 20, CCSO deputies attempted to locate an individual at a residence in the Holly Pond area with active...
CPD tackling fuel surges while keeping patrols on the road
CULLMAN, Ala. - From January to February of 2022 the Cullman Police Department’s fuel cost rose by 45%, while the City of Cullman’s overall fuel and lubricants have increased by 57% from January through March.
With a slew of departments, rising fuel costs can make...
Citizen’s Firearms Safety class to be held April 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) will be hosting a Citizen's Firearms Safety Class Tuesday, April 19 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Temple Baptist Church. There will be a live-fire portion of the class held Saturday, April 23 at 8:00 a.m....
CEC staying prepared for every storm
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the south, it’s commonly known that weather is never a guarantee from day to day, something that keeps crews at the Cullman Electric Cooperative always on their toes.
Brian Lacy, CCC, manager of Communications & External Affairs CEC, said weather is...
CPD FTO’S looking at hourly rate increase
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department Field Training Program consists of eight officers who have received advanced training to provide experience, guidance and supervision according to the CPD.
Sergeant Joey Duncan said the new officer (rookie) will develop the skills, knowledge and abilities necessary...
County School Board approves bond for capital improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Education held a special called board meeting Thursday morning and approved Superintendent Shane Barnette’s request to issue bonds for school improvement projects. The $15.4 million in bond proceeds will be used along with local funds that...
Expect lane closures for I-65N repairs; expected March 21-30
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that ALDOT maintenance crews will be working on Interstate 65 northbound near Exit 318 (Lacon) during the next two weeks to repair the bridges at Indian Creek in northern Cullman County and Flint Creek...
(UPDATE) Cullman County Sheriff’s Office gives update on domestic incident
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has been attempting to locate Christopher Todd Burton in the area of County Road 1251.
He is wanted for questioning in an isolated incident that occurred earlier today.
“We ask that the citizens be mindful and aware...
(Update) Avoid Hwy 278 East; multiple car wreck with fatality
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - According to the Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, there was a traffic fatality around 11:57 a.m. on Highway 278 East near the bridge.
Kilpatrick identified the traffic fatality victim as Lucas Specer Holton, 21, of Altoona.
There is currently total road blockage...
Winter Storm Warning valid tonight from 9 PM CST for Cullman, DeKalb, Marshall [AL] till Saturday, March 12, 9 AM CST
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - IEMBot Huntsville has expanded the area of Winter Storm Warning to include Cullman County beginning Friday night from 9:00 p.m. - 9:00 a.m. Saturday morning.
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for north Alabama and portions of southern middle Tennessee.
Overnight
A strong arctic front...
Cullman County Schools recognizes Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman County Schools along with America’s First Federal Credit Union recognizes a teacher and staff member each month.
Teacher of the Month: Shawna Finley, 4th Grade, Holly Pond Elementary
“Mrs. Finley is a wonderful teacher and coworker,” said Karen Sparks, Holly Pond Elementary Principal....
Construction of new gym at Cold Springs High School approved
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cullman County Commission on Education at its March 10, 2022 meeting approved the construction of a new gymnasium at Cold Springs High School. Cold Springs currently has the oldest gym in the county, which was built in 1966.
“We are so...
Two people killed in three-person wreck on Monday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two people were killed when three vehicles were involved in a traffic wreck on Monday morning around 7:30 a.m. near Hurricane Creek Park on Highway 31.
According to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, two women were identified as being deceased on scene...
Cullman County School Board recognizes teachers, coaches at February meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education held its regularly scheduled meeting at the Cullman County Schools main office Thursday afternoon and had several honors and awards to recognize at the start of the meeting. First up was Vinemont Elementary School, which...
Tornado Safety tips and advice from the American Red Cross
WASHINGTON D.C. - With spring approaching, uncertain weather conditions are bound to arise. Instead of being reactive the “Be Red Cross Ready” campaign is trying to help with preventive measures to ensure everyone has the best chance of surviving a tornado. Below is some...
Stephen K. Griffith Memorial Fund donates $10,000 to CCBOE to support student, family mental health services
The Stephen K. Griffith Memorial Fund on Tuesday donated $10,000 to Cullman County Schools to support student and family mental health services.The memorial fund was established to honor the memory of Stephen K. Griffith and to expand mental health services in Cullman County.
The fund was established...
Cullman City, County Schools returning to normal operations Monday
CULLMAN, Ala. - After reaching out to both the Cullman City and Cullman County School Systems, it has been confirmed that both will be returning to a normal schedule beginning Monday, Jan. 25.
According to Cullman City Schools’ Trent Moore, “Back to normal in person tomorrow for city.”
Cullman County...
Weekend proves a busy one for Cullman County Sheriff’s Office with multiple arrests
CULLMAN, Ala. - Multiple unrelated arrests from Thursday-Sunday kept the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office busy.
At approximately midnight on Thursday, January 6, CCSO Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Dodge City area. Tori Montana Stansell, 21, of Logan was the driver of the vehicle.
Stansell was...
Cullman EMA announces new weather alert system ahead of inclement weather
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the threat of inclement weather arriving in the latter half of the week, the Cullman County EMA is encouraging residents to sign up for the new Cullman County Notification System. Director Tim Sartin says the system will function similar to...
Damaging winds and flooding possible in approaching weather system
CULLMAN, Ala. - All of north Alabama will see the threat of severe weather Wednesday night and Thursday morning as a cold front moves into the area, and short-term conditions could set the stage for flooding this weekend.
Most models indicate a round of showers...
Cullman Christmas was quiet says local law enforcement
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office both agree this holiday season was a quieter one for crime and safety issues locally.
The biggest report of incidents was from the CCSO who stated there were five DUI’s over the holiday...
Cullman Electric Co-op HUG program assists neighbors in need
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative’s Home Utility Gift (HUG) allows participants to help other’s by paying their Cullman EC bill. The HUG program was started in the 2007 holiday season, but HUG payments became popular year-round as a method to assist others who...
Sheriff’s Rodeo features sold out crowds
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2021 Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo was an overwhelming success.
The rodeo had sold out crowds on both Friday and Saturday nights, according to Sheriff Matt Gentry.
“The venue was at full capacity each night with ‘standing room only,’”...
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 Marine Corps birthday and Veterans Day.
This year marks the 246th anniversary of the establishment of the Marine Corps and the...
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 recent status for donated toys for the Christmas season.
According to Sheriff Matt Gentry, for several years, they have worked to...
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 = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 4
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 278 Eunlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession...
Crane Hill man arrested for burglary and assault
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic violence call after a local man broke into a nearby residence and threatened the family inside.
Christopher Lee Sanford, 37, of Crane Hill, was arrested Oct. 4 by CCSO deputies following a...
Arrests and incidents reported October 12, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 12, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 7
domestic violence; trespassing; Hwy. 69 Sunlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
Cullman Police Department to host 2021 Trunk or Treat event
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department announced they would be having their 2021 Truck or Treat Halloween event on October 27 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said they are very excited to be teaming up with Merchants...
Cullman Electric Cooperative host 85th Annual Meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative hosted its 85th annual meeting Saturday morning at Northbrook Baptist Church. Though the crowd on hand was small due to the cancellation of the usual activities and entertainment, thanks to mail-in voting and registration, more than 5,400 members...
Thursday SUV / motorcycle wreck update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department responded to a two-vehicle wreck this past Thursday at 2:18 p.m. involving a Nissan Pathfinder and a Yamaha motorcycle in downtown Cullman.
According to CPD officer Hunter Potts, the driver of the Pathfinder, Joey Pigg, 48, of Moulton...
ALEA encourages everyone to end the summer safely this Labor Day weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – As the final holiday of the summer draws near, many Alabamians are preparing for an extended fun-filled weekend with friends, family and festivities on the state’s busy roadways and scenic waterways. The Labor Day holiday is often recognized as a day...
Local business closings for Labor Day weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - The following is a list of closings for Monday, September 6, in observance of Labor Day.
Cullman City Offices (no change in sanitation and recycling schedules)
Cullman County Offices and Courthouse (sanitation will run one day behind)
Cullman City Schools
Cullman County Schools
All state and...
Two-vehicle wreck claims lives of two Cullman men
CULLMAN, Ala. - A two-vehicle wreck that happened on Highway-278 East at 5:35 a.m. on Friday killed two local men.
Bruce Bentley, 55, of Cullman and Patrick Mize, 24, of Cullman were the drivers of a Ford Galaxy and Ford Fiesta, respectively. They were both...
Cullman Electric Cooperative 85th Annual Meeting returns to Northbrook Baptist Church as a limited in-person event
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 85th Annual Meeting of Cullman Electric Cooperative is scheduled for Sept. 25, 2021, at Northbrook Church. This year’s business meeting will be open for members to attend, but due to concerns for public health and safety, all additional activities planned...
Interstate wreck shuts down northbound lanes
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Alabama State Troopers Decatur Patrol Post, a wreck involving a ‘vehicle Versus 18-wheeler’ happened around 5:30 p.m. near Exit 305 in Cullman.
The northbound lanes are currently blocked for travel.
There is no report of injuries yet. The wreck is...
Community storm shelters to open in preparation for Tuesday storms
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The National Weather Service has issued warnings of the potential impact Hurricane Ida is expected to have on Cullman County and North Alabama. With flooding and tornadoes possible across the area, residents are urged to be weather aware and have...
Natural disasters and severe weather: when the power goes out
WASHINGTON, D.C. - CDC offers these tips to help you prepare for and cope with sudden loss of power.
Take Action
To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, use generators, pressure washers, grills and similar items outdoors only. Generators should be used at least 20 feet away from...
Tornados possible as Hurricane Ida makes landfall
WASHINGTON, D.C. - There is a risk of tornadoes if you're on the path of Hurricane Ida.
Track weather updates in your area and know the difference between a watch and a warning to stay safe:
Tornado WATCH = Stay alert and be ready to shelter
Tornado...
Hurricane Ida: major storm system will impact north Alabama Monday and Tuesday
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - As Hurricane Ida pushes through the Gulf of Mexico and a likely point of landfall on the Louisiana coast becomes clearer, National Weather Service forecasters warn that a probable major storm will impact north Alabama Monday night and through the day...
Gov. Ivey declares State of Emergency ahead of Hurricane Ida Alabama landfall
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - — Governor Kay Ivey has issued a State of Emergency Proclamation pertaining to Hurricane Ida.
“Ahead of Hurricane Ida’s anticipated landfall, I’m issuing a state of emergency for Alabama's coastal and western counties effective at 2 p.m.,” stated Gov. Kay Ivey.
The proclamation...
Good Hope shooting victim identified
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - According to a report from the special agents with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s State Bureau of Investigation, an update was given of the Friday Good Hope campground shooting.
The suspect identified as Nathan Larry Parsons, 49, of Gardendale, was pronounced...
Cullman Police Dept. announces new route plan for Cullman City Schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department, in coordination with Cullman High, Middle and Primary Schools announced this week a new school driving route plan.
CPD Patrol Captain Jeff Warnke said the work was done in tandem with the schools to ensure that the students’...
Starting July 28, severe thunderstorms deemed ‘destructive’ will activate a Wireless Emergency Alert on smartphones
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Severe thunderstorms can be life-threatening, but not all severe storms are the same. Hazardous conditions range from tornadoes, large hailstorms and widespread straight-line winds called derechoes, to cloud-to-ground lightning and flash flooding.
Starting July 28, the National Weather Service will better convey the...
Rock the South announces traffic plan approved by the Cullman County Commission
CULLMAN, Ala. - The organizers of Rock The South have recently gained the approval of the Cullman County Commission to limit traffic on portions of County Road 469 and County Road 436 during Rock the South 2021. These roads will have restricted access from...
Cullman City School Board approves new personnel, prepares for upcoming school year
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board held its regularly scheduled meeting at its central office Tuesday morning and provided an update on facility upgrades, COVID-19 policies for the upcoming school year and approved a handful of new personnel members. After approving the...
County Road 522 on Stouts Mountain damaged by weekend storms
STOUTS MOUNTAIN, Ala. - Heavy weekend rains brought by the remnants of tropical storm Claudette washed away the shoulder and edge of the road surface on County Road 522 on Stouts Mountain. According to the Cullman County Road Department, the slide displaced an extensive...
Weekend severe weather chances dropping, increased threat Monday
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The National Weather Service Huntsville forecaster issued an updated forecast Friday afternoon, showing that the tropical system coming up from the Gulf Coast will pass south of Cullman County with little effect. The region will instead be impacted by heavy rains...
State of the schools: County School Superintendent shares updates on system activities and programs
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County School Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette before the June meeting of the Cullman County Board of Education meeting, offered a detailed update on activities, programs and plans of the county school system. He shared the results of expanding funding...
Two-bay electric vehicle charging station coming to Cullman as part of $4.1M Ivey grant
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded 18 grants to help bring Alabama motorists into the electric vehicle age.
The grants totaling more than $4.1 million will help finance the installation of electric vehicle charging stations at many fueling stations near interstates and other...
Cullman man arrested in south side shooting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Following a late evening shooting in the area of Golf Course Road on Cullman’s south side, Michael Allen Oliver, 43, of Cullman, was arrested and charged with assault 3rd degree. Following the incident, Oliver is alleged to have fled the scene,...
Another active hurricane season predicted
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – This year’s hurricane season appears to be developing into an active one. NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center is forecasting 13 to 20 named storms. According to the center, six to 10 of these storms could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph...
Attempted murder suspect arrested
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday morning, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a stabbing in the Walter community, finding a victim with multiple stab wounds and located the suspect, Justin Bryan (first reported by CCSO as Brian) Horton, 32, of Arab, a short...
Cullman Planning Commission approves property use plans; annexation of several local properties
CULLMAN, Ala. — The City of Cullman Planning Commission on Monday evening approved multiple requests for property use plans for two subdivisions and recommended to the City Council the annexation of three properties.
The commission approved:
A site plan for a convenience store at the location...
