Local 5-Year-Old Raising Money for Diabetic Alert Dog
Activity, excitement, heat and anxiety all cause big changes in the body’s blood sugar, which are things that happen to a 5-year-old all the time so he has to be constantly monitored.”
Charity Taylor, Lucas’ Mother
CULLMAN – Meet the adorable 5-year-old Lucas Hembree. He may...
Local Musician Montgomery Miller Begins Solo Work
My plan is to always write music.”
Montgomery Miller, Musician
CULLMAN – Montgomery Miller just released his first solo, acoustic single entitled Forever in My Hands. Miller previously sang in the bands Abandon Disclosure and I Am Surrounded.
Abandon Disclosure had an opportunity to be signed with...
Religious Spotlight: Church212’s Pastor Chris Harrison
My grandfather, Pastor Holbrooks, was the second pastor of the First Baptist Church in Cullman back in the late 1800s. So my spiritual heritage in this town is rich and long standing.”
Chris Harrison, Lead Pastor of Church212
CULLMAN – Church212 is a new-generation church that connects...
Reptile And Amphibian Show Coming To Agriplex
CULLMAN – On Tuesday, July 14 at 6 p.m. Daphne Mowland, an educator with Wheeler Wildlife will put reptiles and amphibians on display at the North Alabama Agriplex.
Rachel Dawsey, Director at the Agriplex, has overseen the Living Landscapes program for the past two years.
She...
Mirroring History: Cullman Christian Church
CULLMAN – The beautiful church perched on a corner and located at 321 3rd St SE, Cullman, Ala. has been used as a place of worship for many years.
It is currently home to Cornerstone Church of the Nazarene. Before it became a Nazarene Church,...
Citizen of the Week: Scott Warner, Merging Law Enforcement and Emergency Medical Response
CULLMAN – In case of emergency, Scott Warner does not have to be called, he is most likely a part of whatever team shows up. Warner is a member of Cullman Fire Rescue, Law Enforcement and is a nationally respected physician.
After finishing college in...
Cullman Parks and Recreation’s Archery Camp Teaches Children Tips and Tricks
We learned the eleven steps to archery. I like shooting a lot and I usually do pretty good.”
Willa Smith, Archery Camper
CULLMAN – Cullman Parks and Recreation held their first Archery Camp for the summer on June 29, 30, and June 1 for boys and...
Meet Folk-Art Craftsman, Ernie Pannell
I just design them for the kids, and I love kids, so it’s what I do for them.”
Ernie Pannell, Craftsman
CULLMAN – In a tiny lot on the side of Highway 278 West often sits a gentleman selling wooden furniture and fixtures out of a home-made...
Religious Spotlight: Meet Al Barton, Pastor of Ole Time Way Baptist Church
There are many rewarding moments (in preaching) but by far the most rewarding is when I help lost souls get to know Jesus as their personal Savior!”
Brother Al Barton, Ole Time Way Baptist Church
CULLMAN – Ole Time Way Baptist Church, located on Hwy 157...
Mirroring History: Alabama State Trooper Cars
CULLMAN – Alabama State Trooper cars have come a long way in the past forty-three years. The older car is a 1972 Javelin SST State Trooper. The car is the real deal, and it was featured at a recent car show in Cullman. The...
Citizen of the Week: Cullman High School’s Bryan Patrick
I want them (his students) to love what they do and to see that there are more important aspects of their work than just making money; it’s making a difference for the best in the lives of others by being a positive influence and...
Meet Local Artist Shaina Cruz, Airbrush Extraordinaire
CULLMAN – Cullman is full of hidden gems of artistic ability; one of these gems is Shaina Cruz’s airbrushing service. With an impressive portfolio and years of hands-on experience, Cruz can give a number items a personal artistic touch.
Cruz has been airbrushing for virtually...
Religious Spotlight: New Prospect Baptist Church’s Brother Kyle Ellison
People are confused, and it’s hard to earn their trust, but we do all within our power to give the Gospel of Jesus Christ to everyone.”
Brother Kyle Ellison, New Prospect Church
CULLMAN – The people at New Prospect Baptist Church are fortunate to have such...
Field of Miracles Brings Joy to Those with Disabilities
CULLMAN – The Field of Miracles was a vision of Chester Freeman, the Park Board, and former Cullman Parks and Recreation Director Jon Hunt, to ensure everyone has a place to play.
“The field opened in 2006, and it was built from different donations, and...
A Brief History of Sacred Heart Church and School
CULLMAN – Sacred Heart Church is one of the oldest churches in Cullman. Its two large, cross-topped steeples can be seen from all over town. Area Catholics fill the massive church for its services. The iconic church is also used as a reference point when...
Citizen of the Week: Nancy Moore, A Reflection of Sobriety
I am extremely grateful for where I am today. I love being a part of life again.”
Nancy Moore, One-Year Sober
CULLMAN – Nancy Moore is like a breath of fresh air. Her bubbly personality is infectious, and her willingness to help others is extraordinary. However,...
Historic Bomber Plane Set To Land in Cullman, Take Residents Airborne
CULLMAN – Cullman Mayor Max Townson announced last Thursday that the renowned World War II B-17 Bomber, Memphis Belle, will be flying into Cullman for this year’s Veterans Day Celebration.
The annual ceremony will take place on Saturday, November 7. Under the oversight of Cullman...
Cullman County Farmers Market Still Keeps it Fresh after 30 Years
Everybody come out to visit, we have some fresh stuff. Everything is grown local. We’d like for you to come participate.”
Larry Clark, Local Farmer
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Farmers Market has remained a local tradition for 30 years. This year, farmers have again populated...
Crossbones Rock Moe’s BBQ
CULLMAN – A local band from Warrior Ala., Crossbones, held a concert at Moe’s Original BBQ, Saturday, June 6. The band played both original songs and covers varying from a vast array of genres.
The group managed to pump out almost three hours and forty-five...
Religious Profile: Daystar Church’s Pastor Jerry Lawson
Although I developed a deep relationship with God as a teenager, I never wanted to be a preacher."
Pastor Jerry Lawson, Daystar Church
CULLMAN – Jerry Lawson is a familiar face at Daystar Church and with good reason – he is their beloved pastor and one...
“Secret Meals for Hungry Children” Benefits From Local Car Show
If it weren’t for the generosity of Scott Spitzer and the Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Dealership, the car show could not happen.”
Brenda Allison, Pentastar South Car Club
CULLMAN – On Thursday, June 18, 2015, Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and the Pentastar South Car...
Independence Day Car Show To Benefit Fairview Marching Band
FAIRVIEW – On July 4th at Fairview Park, the Fairview Aggie Marching Band will hold its first annual car show. The show will begin at 10 a.m. and go until 2 p.m. The event will also feature music and food vendors.
The car show is...
4th Annual Rock The South Has Fans Singing a High Note
CULLMAN – Country music wafted through the humid atmosphere during the inaugural day of the Rock the South music festival. Starting at noon and stretching late into night, Cullman residents and out of town guests packed into Heritage Park to experience an assorted group...
Folk Art Tour Stops at WSCC Museum of Art
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College’s art museum is currently showcasing two influential folk artists’ work. An assortment of pottery pieces by Jerry Brown and paintings by Mose Tolliver are on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum of Art through July 2.
Both artists are Alabama...
Mirroring History: Sportsman Lake Playground
CULLMAN – Nearly everyone that has grown up in Cullman County has, at some point in time, played on the playground at Sportsman Lake Park.
The park consists of one hundred eighty-six acres and offers a variety of things to do. The park was built...
CAAWA Superheroes Rescue Local Animals
CULLMAN – CAAWA, the Cullman Area Animal Welfare Association, is a band of individuals whose job is to rescue and save the neglected and abused animals of Cullman County. The group is entirely non-profit, and all its members are volunteers. They consider themselves to...
Augusta’s Sports Bar Gearing Up for Three-day Block Party
CULLMAN – With Rock the South just a few days away, local establishment Augusta’s Sports Bar is preparing for its own country bash as it welcomes American Idol season 14 contestant Dexter Roberts on Thursday evening to help kick-off a three day parking lot...
Singer/Songwriter Bennett Glasscock Plays it Cool in Latest Competition
CULLMAN – Local musician Bennett Glasscock has entered his second Guitar Center sponsored challenge. In February of last year, Bennett was selected as a finalist for the fourth Guitar Center Singer-Songwriter Competition. The competition usually allows for 10 finalists, but that year’s only allowed...
Religious Spotlight: Reverend John Bussman of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
There's nothing like being the instrument through which God brings a little child or an adult into His Church.”
John Bussman, Pastor at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
CULLMAN – For the past three years, John Bussman has been the sole pastor at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church....
Relay For Life Wrap-Up Party To Cap A Huge Year For Fundraising
CULLMAN – This Thursday, June 18, at 5:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at First Baptist Church, Cullman Relay for Life will hold its final significant gathering of the year.
Everyone is welcome to attend the Relay for Life Team Spirit Wrap-Up Party, but according...
Citizen of the Week: Steve Cummings – Winning by Being Different
CULLMAN – Steve Cummings is no stranger to Cullman; his family owned and operated Cummings Sporting Goods for many years. He has worked in various areas throughout Cullman to help make the city a more desirable place to live. He served as the president...
Local Artist Adds Depth to Community Prayer Room
CULLMAN – In the Arnold House on Arnold Street behind Grace Episcopal Church is a community prayer room that is open 24 hours a day for members of the Cullman community to utilize. It is a small room with six miniature pews, two rows...
Mirroring History: Big Bridge
BREMEN – Summertime is here, and people will soon be headed to Smith Lake to enjoy all the fun there is to be had out on the water.
Big Bridge is known for giving excitement to the brave souls who jump into the water from...
Religious Spotlight: Mitchell Williams, Pastor of First United Methodist Church
The tornadoes of 2011 wrecked some of our building, especially the sanctuary, but we recovered with unity, grace and joy."
Mitchell Williams, Pastor of First United Methodist Church Cullman
CULLMAN – Meet Mitchell Williams, pastor of Cullman's First United Methodist Church. He deeply enjoys leading his...
Citizen of the Week: Local Body Builder Kelley Burgess Achieves High Accolades Despite Crippling Childhood Injury
I got into bodybuilding because I was driving home one day and could feel my belly hanging over my pants and jiggling with every bump in the road.”
Kelley Burgess, Personal Trainer
CULLMAN – Kelley Burgess has overcome some pretty hard times growing up. As a...
Local History: Traveling Thomas Jefferson Yeager
CULLMAN – Thomas Jefferson Yeager loved adventure. As a matter of fact, he never stayed in one place for very long. During the late 1880s and into the early 1900s, he was known to move from state to state fairly regularly. He and his...
Bikers Against Cancer: Cullman County Bosom Buddies Set to Ride on Saturday
CULLMAN – Saturday, June 6, will mark the 3rd Annual Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation Charity Motorcycle Ride. The cost is $20 per rider and $5 per passenger with registration running from 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to...
‘A minute can turn into 10 minutes’: The Dangers of leaving a Child or Pet Unattended in a Hot Car
CULLMAN – As the summer months approach and the temperature begins to rise many have their minds set on getting a tan or enjoying the outdoors, but some neglect to take into consideration the dangers of the heat. Generally, keeping cool outside can be achieved by...
4th Annual Music Fest and Car Show to benefit Daystar House Women’s Shelter
CULLMAN – Director of Daystar House Women’s Shelter Mary Leone knows how important fundraisers are. Leone helped start the Annual Music Fest and Car Show, now in its fourth year, after a preceding event floundered.
“The Music Fest and Car Show came out of the...
Tyler Steel to Headline Local Country Music Concert Saturday
CULLMAN – On June 6 at the Beech Convention Center in Cullman, the up and coming country music singer Tyler Steel will perform. The doors will open at 7 p.m. and the show will kick off with Sweet Tea Trio and Cullman’s own Jeff Cordes.
While Tyler Steel isn’t...
Religious Spotlight: Faith Tabernacle Church’s Brother Lummie Speakman
I consider the biggest challenge would be seeing so many people pass up the opportunity the God of Heaven has given them.”
Brother Lummie Speakman of Faith Tabernacle Church
CULLMAN – Faith Tabernacle Church, located on 4th Street SW in Cullman, was originally established in 1968....
‘Y’all of Fame’: Ben South’s New Play Celebrates Southern Culture
CULLMAN – After working on a research project for a telephone company, Ben Johnson had a lot of data. He had studied the people of the southeast, how they work and live, and had ended up with a comprehensive understanding of southern culture. In...
Bettina Pearson Higdon: A Brilliant Woman
I remember her as being one of the best librarians at the Cullman Public Library that they ever had....always helpful, always friendly.”
Charlotte Rumore
CULLMAN – For those of you who remember Mrs. Bettina Pearson Higdon, I’m sure you will smile as you read this. For...
Mirroring History: Hanceville High School Principals
HANCEVILLE – Mr. J. R. Edmondson was the principal at Hanceville High School from at least 1948 until 1950. Edmondson Hall, a part of Hanceville High School, was named after him.
Today, Mr. Jimmy Collins follows in Edmondson’s footprints as he oversees the school as...
Citizen of the Week: Lowell Henderson – Master Woodworker, Motorcycle Rider, and Freelance Writer
HANCEVILLE – Meet Hanceville's Lowell Henderson: a Southern gentleman, master woodworker, motorcycle rider and freelance writer. Lowell is a devoted family man. He and his wife Melanie have 3 children, 6 grandchildren, and another one on the way. He is a kind person that...
Christine Alka: Chinchilla Wizard
CULLMAN – Christine Alka is a local resident who owns and operates a chinchilla breeding, rescue, rehabilitation, and babysitting service. Christine first began working with chinchillas after a friend asked her to help him locate one for sale to impress a girl he was...
Religious Spotlight: Meet Steve Britt, Pastor of Northbrook Baptist Church
My biggest challenge as leader of the church is to understand why God would allow someone like me to know and serve someone like Him.”
Steve Britt, Pastor at Northbrook Baptist Church.
CULLMAN – Northbrook Baptist Church is a beautiful place to attend church. The exquisite atmosphere...
Citizen of the Week: Cliff Powell Teaches How to “Pray Hard & Speak Life”
I know that God placed this opportunity into my life to share my story in a way that can reach lost and hurting people all around the world.”
Cliff Powell, Author of "Pray Hard & Speak Life"
CULLMAN – Meet Mr. Cliff Powell. Cliff is married...
Keeping an Eye on Motorcycle Safety
CULLMAN – Motorcycles have come a long way since their invention. Now, riders have less to worry about when they cruise down the street due to anti-locking brakes and many other safety advancements. These advancements have greatly reduced the risks of motorcycle accidents, but...
Distracted Driving: A Deadly Epidemic
CULLMAN – Today, most people's lives are quite busy. Their minds and hands are constantly doing something, which is generally a good thing, except when they are driving. Driving requires a foot, two hands and a clear mind. For some it can be incredibly...
Mirroring History: Cullman City Mayors
CULLMAN – The Mayor is the most visible of the city's elected officials and is held publicly accountable for the performance of city government. He serves as the Executive Officer of the City of Cullman and is responsible for the management of the city.
A...
Goat Island Brewing: The Beer Next Door
CULLMAN – Watch out, Back Forty Beer Co. and Good People Brewing Co., there’s a new brew in town. Cullman is getting its first production brewery. Mike Mullaney, John Dean, Brad Glenn and Gery Teichmiller are the masterminds behind the new idea that has...
Religious Spotlight: Sandy Niiler, Pastor of Christ Lutheran Church
I grew up in a somewhat conservative, traditional family, so even the idea of preaching was foreign to me.”
Sandy Niiler, Pastor of Christ Lutheran Church
CULLMAN – Mrs. Sandy Niiler is the pastor of Christ Lutheran Church. Always active in the church and community she continually...
Berlin Sunshine Club Holds Monthly Meeting
BERLIN – The Berlin Sunshine Club held their annual Easter Egg Hunt for the Berlin community on March 28, 2015. Approximately 130 total parents and children attended. Marilyn Bolte portrayed the Easter Bunny and captured the hearts of everyone present. She eagerly posed for...
A Girl’s Day Out: CRAFTED Cullman is a Hit
CULLMAN – Tucked away behind the doors of Northbrook Baptist Church in the early morning hours on Saturday was an epic crafting sensation that had mothers, daughters and friends alike reveling in crafts and fellowship.
CRAFTED Cullman is the new brainchild fundraiser for Hospice of...
Citizen of the Week: Local Artist Laura Walker
CULLMAN – Meet this week’s Citizen of the Week – Laura Walker. Laura is married to Ryan Walker, owner of Walker Timber Frames and is the mother of three wonderfully creative kids. She limits her work hours so she can be home with her...
Mud and Mayhem Collide at Stony Lonesome Mud Run 5K
BREMEN – Stony Lonesome OHV Park held its Mud Run 5K last Saturday at 8:30 a.m. The event had a turnout of at least 400 contestants. This was the first 5K in what is to be an annual event at the park.
“We do stuff...
Remembering Cullman’s Founder: The Eulogy of Colonel John Gottfried Cullmann
CULLMAN – John Gottfried Cullmann was born on July 2, 1823 and died December 3, 1895. He is buried in the Cullman City Cemetery. Below is his eulogy, which was delivered by Mr. George Henderson Parker.
“Friends – We meet here today, in this city...
Helping Keep Smith Lake Safe: Boat Safety Awareness & Other Tips Ensure Summer Fun
CULLMAN – As summer and all its activities come upon us, we start thinking about getting ready for a day at Smith Lake. It’s time to uncover the pontoon and pull out the swimsuit, but there are a couple of things you need to...
Religious Spotlight: Meet Dr. Ralph Andrews – Pastor of Good Hope Baptist Church
My number one priority is preaching. Preaching is not only something that I enjoy doing, it is what God has called me to do.”
Dr. Ralph Andrews, Pastor of Good Hope Baptist Church
GOOD HOPE – Please allow me to introduce Dr. Ralph Andrews, pastor of...
Annual Crew’s Charity Day Brings Awareness to Cystic Fibrosis and Fun to Families
CULLMAN – After the threat of severe weather forced a postponement of Crew’s Charity Day, and after much perseverance, the big day finally arrived on Saturday. Team Crew has worked tirelessly to spread awareness and raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis, and yet another year...
Local Veteran Chosen To Take Rotary Honor Flight to Washington D.C.
HANCEVILLE – World War II Veteran and Victorian Manor resident Homer Parker recently received exciting news. He was chosen to participate in the Tuscaloosa Rotary Honor Flight on May 6. He and many other World War II and Korean War veterans flew to Washington D.C....
Mirroring History: Cullman Hospital to Folsom Center
CULLMAN – From 1939 to 1995, the building located at 401 Arnold Street NE in Cullman was home to Cullman Hospital. Today it is the Folsom Center, a skilled nursing facility and rehabilitation center.
The building has been remodeled over the years, but remains a...
Religious Spotlight: Seventh Street Baptist Church’s Pastor Eric Martin
Seventh Street has been through difficult times in the past. I have challenged our people to take down the rearview mirror and not look back. It is a new day at Seventh Street!”
Eric Martin, Pastor at Seventh Street Baptist Church
CULLMAN – Cullman is full of...
Mirroring History: Klein’s Dairy Products
CULLMAN – Born in 1894, Charles Henry Ernest Klein was 6 years old when his family moved to Cullman from Chicago. He grew up working on his father’s farm. Following his service overseas in World War I, he returned to Cullman and established the...
WSCC Gets New Art Exhibit
HANCEVILLE – The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College hosted a reception for its newest exhibition, “Equus: Fine Art Photography by Arden Ward Upton,” on Thursday. Upton was at the reception and spoke to everyone about the photographs she’s chosen for the...
Citizen of the Week: Kathy McLeroy
What helped me get through all this is that I knew God was always there and I never had a fear of death.”
Kathy McLeroy
CULLMAN – Meet Kathy McLeroy. Kathy is the mother of two grown children, Zackary McLeroy and Brittany (Matthew) Howell. She has...
Team Crew Charity Day Moved to May 9
CULLMAN – The annual Team Crew Charity Day has been moved to May 9 due to the threat of inclement weather on the event's previous date, April 25. Forecasts projected the potential for strong storms in the afternoon hours, prompting organizers to move the...
Under the Microscope: Schizophrenia Discovered to Be Eight Different Disorders
A breakthrough in mental health will lead to better patient care for thousands.
A recent study from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis found that the mental health disorder known as schizophrenia is actually eight separate genetic disorders.
The study was led by C....
Relay For Life event shaping up to be a fun night
CULLMAN — The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Cullman County event is shaping up to be a fun and inspirational night. The annual event will be held on Friday, May 1, 2015, at the Cullman County Fairgrounds, with the opening ceremony set...
Religious Spotlight: Meet Mark Sanford, Pastor of Cornerstone Church of the Nazarene
Baptizing people, praying with people, or just having honest conversations about what God is doing in their lives has to be the most rewarding part of pastoring.”
Mark Sanford, Pastor of Cornerstone Church of the Nazarene
CULLMAN – Mark K. Sanford is the senior and founding...
Mirroring History: Cullman Municipal Pool
CULLMAN – The Cullman Municipal Pool was located in a lot next to Cullman High School. Not only did it offer endless fun for people of all ages during the long, hot summer days, but it also featured mixed and individual swimming classes. In...
A Day in the Life of a Cullman City Firefighter
CULLMAN – Firefighters have a rewarding, but undeniably tough job. Risking their own safety to rush to the aid of others is a sacrifice that should not be understated. Children across the country watch their large, shiny trucks in awe as they race down...
Sacred Heart Altar Society Holds Bunco Tournament
CULLMAN – The rattling of dice and squeals of delight filled the Family Life Center at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. The glasses were filled, and the dies were cast in an evening of delight for all. The goal was twofold, have fun with...
Wild as a Hog: Who Was Cullman’s Newton Mack “Hog” Miller?
HOLLY POND – Newton Mack “Hog” Miller was considered to be an industrious entrepreneur. He was typical of the early settlers who brought their families to Cullman County, Ala., in the late 1800s. Born in Georgia in December 1854, he was a farmer, saw...
Crawfish Boil to celebrate three year reopening of Busy Bee Café
CULLMAN – Following the devastating tornados of 2011 which left most of downtown Cullman in ruins, the Spears family didn’t throw in the towel and walk away after the family-owned establishment was literally blown to the ground.
“It has been open since 1919, but the...
Religious Spotlight: Meet Grace Community Church’s Pastor Samuel Tucker
I surrendered to God's call to preach at the age of seventeen. I started pastoring Antioch Baptist Church near Fairview at twenty years of age.”
Samuel Tucker, Interim Pastor at Grace Community Church
CULLMAN – Cullman County is located deep within the heart of the Bible...
Cullman Caring for Kids Remembers Children Lost to Abuse, Continues Fighting for Others
CULLMAN – The local non-profit organization, Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK), along with a few dozen advocates and supporters, gathered around the courthouse recently to pray for the leaders of the county. A balloon release followed to remember those lost, and to send a...
Stone Bridge Farms Offers New Retreat to Customers
CULLMAN – Patrons of Stone Bridge Farms have a new, beautiful retreat to spend time with family or get ready for your big day. Once the home of Ron Foust, it has served as a place for family for many years and that remains...
Walking for Awareness: Cullman’s Annual Walk for Autism Brings Fun and Awareness
HANCEVILLE – The annual Autism 5K, Walk and Fun Day took place last Saturday at Wallace State Community College. It was a beautiful day to be outside with family, and crowds of people showed up to spread awareness and have fun at all of the...
2015 State of the Schools/Student & Teacher of the Year
HANCEVILLE – Life is a never-ending lesson, and school is full of the best teacher ever – experience. A symbolic testimony to this statement was alive and well this past Thursday night as teachers, students, parents and supporters sat eagerly awaiting the results of...
Meet Larry Rowlette A.K.A. Colonel Cullmann
I enjoy spreading the message of heritage, tradition, and values everywhere I go. I also try to live by those same words, because it gives me something to work toward - honoring the heritage, speaking and promoting the tradition, and living the values each...
Monks Bread available at Bloomin’ Festival
CULLMAN – St. Bernard Abbey’s Br. Ambrose Steele, OSB has spent many hours lately mixing monk bread in preparation for the 31st Annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Crafts Fair in Cullman, Alabama on April 18-19, 2015.
Br. Ambrose expects to have 2,000 loaves ready by...
‘What Stands In a Storm’: New Book Looks at April 27 Tornadoes Through the Eyes of Victims
CULLMAN – April 27, 2011 is a day that will live in many of our hearts forever. That terrifying day where we thought the sirens would never end, and when those caught in the storm finally did emerge, it was to a landscape no...
Mirroring History: Hanceville High School Bulldog Band
HANCEVILLE – Hanceville High School was originally constructed in 1923, and an elementary school was built in 1936. When a new high school was erected in 1955, the older school became a junior high.
The Hanceville Band was formed in 1952. The first band director...
“If You Build It”: Wallace State Shows Last Independent Film in Series
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IF YOU BUILD IT (Official Trailer) from OCP Media on Vimeo.
HANCEVILLE – The final...
Ashley Tankersley: Living the Life of a Pastor’s Wife
I have always been involved in church, even before I got married I was involved in VBS and was a children’s Sunday school teacher. I always knew I was going to marry a youth pastor.”
Ashley Tankersley, Youth Pastor’s Wife
CULLMAN – This week’s Religious Spotlight takes a...
Mirroring History: Cullman First United Methodist Church
CULLMAN – The Cullman Mission was organized by Reverend Sam P. West in 1881. One of its leading laymen, Mr. George W. Hanlin, organized a Sunday school class for Methodists in 1879. Two years later, under the leadership of Rev. R. S. Hullett, the...
Desperation Church Transforms Closet into Kitchen for Cullman Police
Our department will be forever grateful to the members and staff of Desperation Church. They are truly taking the love of Christ to Cullman.”
Craig Green, Assistant Chief of Police
CULLMAN – Cullman City Police received a nice surprise recently when members of Desperation Church converted...
Learn How to use Chalk Paint at Cullman’s Vintage West
Bring your own piece to work with, or we can provide something for you – it’s up to you.”
Teresa Daniel, Owner of Vintage West
CULLMAN – Chalk Paint was developed over 20 years ago by Annie Sloan and now it is a famous decorative paint....
10th Annual Colton’s Cookout For A Cure to be Held April 11
CULLMAN – On Saturday, April 11, starting at 10 a.m. and continuing until 2 p.m., at Werner’s Trading Company in Cullman, there will be a cookout. The annual cookout is held in memory of Colton Evans. There will be deep fried hot dog plates and...
2nd Local Celebration of International Tabletop Day Set for April 11
CULLMAN – Everyone has a favorite tabletop game, whether it’s Monopoly, Risk, or maybe even Trivial Pursuit. There are, however, a plethora of fun and challenging games to play that many may not even be aware of. Tabletop games have made a comeback over...
Green Thumbs Wanted: New Community Garden Takes Root
This is definitely a community effort and I am excited that the Housing Authority has been so willing to do this.”
Rachel Dawsey, North Alabama Agriplex Director
CULLMAN – The Cullman Housing Authority and the North Alabama Agriplex have been working together on a Community Garden....
Sara Linkous Enters Final Stretch of Humanitarian Award Competition
CULLMAN – Local humanitarian, Sara Linkous, is in the final stretch of the National Obesity Foundation’s Humanitarian Award Competition. Linkous was nominated by her cousin, Lauren Heatherly, because of her work within the Cullman community, as well as abroad.
After hearing the news from the...
Test Results for Suspected Measles Case Are Negative
The risk should be very, very low since this baby has mostly stayed home. There shouldn’t be too many others that have been exposed.”
Marti Smith, Infection Control Nurse at CRMC
CULLMAN – A 9-month-old baby girl was brought into the emergency room at CRMC on...
Festhalle Farmer’s Market gets New Hours and Activities
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CULLMAN – Cullman Parks & Recreation announced recently the reopening and revitalization of the...
Wallace State Kicks Off Arts in April Events
HANCEVILLE – The annual month long Arts in April event is back at Wallace State Community College. New exhibits featuring every medium of art one could think of will be present at the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts located on campus.
“Providing...
Bloomin’ Festival Remains a Top Tourism Event in the Southeast
It is a family friendly event that draws visitors from all over. It always pulls in a record attendance and everyone loves the Bloomin’ Festival.”
Cecelia Smith, Tourism Director for the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce
CULLMAN – The Bloomin’ Festival Arts & Crafts Fair is...
A Parent’s Perspective of H.O.P.E’s Horse Therapies
CULLMAN – I have written several articles over the past year about H.O.P.E Therapy and the services they provide, but have not had the chance to speak on my firsthand experience. As the parent of an autistic child, I understand the value of great...
The Foundry Launches ‘Rebuild Campaign’ to Fund Expansion of Rehab Facility
It is so much more than just the building. It’s donating to restore families, change hearts and rebuild lives in the Cullman Community by supporting this expansion.”
Eddie Wilson, Foundry Farm Director
CULLMAN – Addiction is a serious problem throughout the world, country and even right here...
