Arrests and incidents reported March 24, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 24, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
No incidents or
arrests reported.
Cullman Police
Department
Incidents
March 23
fourth-degree
theft of property; Walmart; Hwy. 157; miscellaneous; $231fourth-degree
theft of property; Walmart;...
Changes in hours, services for local restaurants
CULLMAN, Ala.
– With the recent public health order from Governor Kay Ivey
closing dining rooms for restaurants across the state of Alabama, local
establishments have had to adapt with new hours and changes to how they deliver
their services as well. Restaurants are now having to offer...
Bringing Out the best: Milo’s offers free meals to area children through May 15
HOMEWOOD, Ala. -
On Tuesday, Milo’s Hamburgers informed The Tribune that it has recently
launched the “Alabama Strong” campaign to support the communities where its
restaurants are located across Central and North Alabama.
In a statement, Milo's public relations specialist wrote, “Alabama residents have supported Milo’s for nearly...
New changes in CARTS procedures
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. -- Among
the many challenges that come with slowing Covid-19 (coronavirus) from
spreading is making sure Cullman County’s homebound residents are able to
obtain the essential items they need. Many of those residents rely on CARTS
(Cullman Area Rural Transportation Services) for access to shopping,
prescriptions...
NWTF Donates Almost $168,000 for Wildlife Management
The Alabama Chapter of the National Wild Turkey
Federation (NWTF) recently allocated $167,685 in Hunting Heritage Super Funds
for wild turkey projects in Alabama. Of that total, $76,770 was donated to the
Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division (WFF) of the Alabama Department of
Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR)...
Arrests and incidents reported March 23, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 23, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
No incidents or
arrests reported.
Cullman Police
Department
Incidents
March 23
counterfeit
$100; State of Alabama; 2nd Ave SW;
Arrests
March 23
Golden, David G.,...
Bringing out the best: Cullman City Schools begins “grab and go” meal distribution
CULLMAN, Ala.
- Cullman City Schools (CCS) on Monday began distributing “Grab and Go Curbside
Meals” to students 18 and younger from the lunchroom at West Elementary School.
Each student in the drive-through line received two days’ worth of breakfasts
and lunches.
Cullman High School Principal Kim Townson Hall,...
Good Samaritan Health Clinic update on services
CULLMAN, Ala.
- On Monday, Good Samaritan Health Clinic Director Jolanda Hutson released this
statement from the clinic’s Medical Director, assuring clients of continuing
services with certain changes to keep everyone safe:
The Good Samaritan Clinic recognizes the
challenges that COVID-19 brings to the healthcare system and we
are proud...
Arkadelphia residents find sinkhole forming under road
ARKADELPHIA, Ala.
- Saturday, Arkadelphia residents discovered a newly forming pothole on County
Road 8. At first, the spot appeared small, but when the pavement began to sink
in around it, witnesses discovered a substantial amount of earth washed out
under the asphalt, creating a sinkhole in the...
Bringing out the best: Using social media, rural Cullman County pastor preaches to congregation from South Carolina to Arkansas
WALTER, Ala.
- Sunday morning, churches across the country took advantage of social media to
carry on with their Sunday services while respecting COVID-19 quarantine and
social distance restrictions. In rural Cullman County, tiny Oak Level Baptist
Church held its first-ever livestream worship service and Pastor Etsel Riddle
discovered...
Bringing out the best: Cullman Caring for Kids reopens food bank, 38 families served
CULLMAN, Ala.
- After a temporary suspension of services announced last Thursday, Cullman
Caring for Kids (CCK) reopened its food bank Monday morning. While the food
ministry is back up and running, it has made modifications to its method to
protect the health of both its staff and...
Tornado vs. COVID-19: EMA, National Weather Service, Alabama Department of Public Health recommendations for possible severe weather Tuesday
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala.
- As the nation sits under advisories and orders to self-quarantine, north Alabama
could face a weather situation Tuesday that will force them to choose between
maintaining social distance and protecting themselves and their families from a
tornado or other severe weather. The National Weather...
Local businesses adapt to coronavirus pandemic and state health orders
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala.
– After the recent public
health order from Governor Kay Ivey, local businesses around the county have
shown they’re going through trials and tribulations to continue to serve
customers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Tribune spoke with
several local businesses to see how they have...
Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant cancelled
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The
2020 Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant that was scheduled for Saturday April 18
at Wallace State Community College has been cancelled. The event is organized
by the Cullman County Commission on Aging and led by Angie Carter. She said of
the cancellation, “We hope...
Latest from Mayor Woody Jacobs – 3/23
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The
City of Cullman continues to provide essential services – police, fire,
emergency medical, water and sewer service, electricity– all operations deemed
appropriate.
Closing down everything is simply not an option for
local governments, according to Mayor Woody Jacobs. Conditions are different in
every city and every...
Governor Ivey delays State Tax filings
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Revenue announced today
that the state income tax filing due date is extended from April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020.
Taxpayers can also defer state income tax payments due on April 15, 2020, to July...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs’ Lacey commits to Maryville College
BREMEN, Ala. – Just
a few weeks after Lawson Burgess signed his letter of intent to play for
Huntingdon, another Eagles standout has chosen where he will play his college
career. Cold Springs’ Jordan Lacey will be headed to Maryville, Tenn. to play
for Head Coach Shaun Hayes...
Wallace State Community College offering free counseling services to students
HANCEVILLE, AL —
Wallace State Community College is now offering free counseling services
to students, and in the current crisis, these services are being offered in a
virtual environment. David A. Smith, M.S., LPC-S, of
Wellstone Behavioral Health is available four days a week to assist
students, no matter how big or...
CGCA’s Xtreme Allstars sweep All-Star Prep Nationals
ATLANTA, Ga. – Cullman
Gymnastics & Cheer Academy’s Xtreme Allstars were back on the road last
weekend for the All-Star Prep Nationals at the Georgia International Convention
Center and they came home with some more hardware. The Queens, Empresses and
Mini Majesties all placed first in their respective...
Wallace State recognized as National Society of Leadership Success Chapter
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State has been officially
recognized as a National Society of Leadership Success Chapter, and outstanding
student leaders across campus are being invited to the join National Society of
Leadership and Success, a national student leadership honor society also known
as Sigma Alpha Pi.
Students are...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Tyler
Several years ago, when our
children were still just youngsters, I had never given any thought about
grandchildren. But I had a sister-in-law who had grandchildren and she would get
on my nerves telling about her grandbabies, showing their pictures and bragging
about them.
I’ll tell you; I had...
Bringing out the best: Senior feeding programs going strong; medications delivered to homebound
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - As people “hunker down,”
“shelter in place” and create “social distance,” there are volunteers in
Cullman County who are making it their job to get out and see to the needs of
area seniors, who are the most vulnerable to the effects of...
Alabama small businesses can seek SBA COVID-19 disaster loans
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey announced today that small businesses across Alabama negatively
impacted by the coronavirus pandemic are eligible for assistance under the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program.
The program will help qualified businesses and non-profit organizations recover from economic...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs’ Hill selected as finalist for 2A Player of the Year
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Schools,
businesses, restaurants and sports are shutting down across the country but it’s
still awards season for local basketball teams. The Alabama Sports Writers Association
is releasing its finalists for the Player of the Year awards and last year’s 2A
Girls Player of the Year,...
Andy Kennedy named UAB Head Men’s Basketball Coach
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –
Andy Kennedy has been named the seventh head coach of the University of Alabama
at Birmingham men’s basketball program, Director of Athletics Mark Ingram
announced Friday.
Pending approval by the University of Alabama System
Board of Trustees, Kennedy will return to his alma mater where he...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs’ Toni West lands on 2020 North-South All-Star roster
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- North-South all-star squads for the upcoming AHSAA North-South All-Star Girls’ and Boys’ Basketball Games have been selected and Lady Eagles Point Guard Toni West earned a spot on the Girls North roster. The junior landed on this year’s North team after...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont’s Dinkle headed to Huntingdon
VINEMONT, Ala. – After
racking up over 1,600 yards and 16 touchdowns on the ground and earning First-Team
All-State honors in his senior season, Vinemont’s Dallin Dinkle is taking his
talents to Huntingdon College. Eagles Head Coach Stephen Robinson is proud of
his standout running back for earning...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Raiders topple Fairview, West Point on the road
WEST POINT, Ala. – Both the Fairview Lady Aggies and Good
Hope Lady Raiders made their way to West Point Monday night for some varsity
matchups and the Lady Raiders managed to go home with wins over both their
opponents. Good Hope handled Fairview 9-1 in the...
PREP BASEBALL: Warriors sweep senior night doubleheader with Fairview
WEST POINT, Ala. – Fairview
traveled to West Point Monday night for a pair of varsity matchups and an
unorthodox senior night ceremony. Both the Warriors and Aggies recognized their
senior classes between games but between the lines, the night belonged to West
Point. Aubry Cleghorn allowed just...
PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville sweeps home doubleheader against Holly Pond
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Holly
Pond made the short trip to Hanceville for a pair of varsity matchups Monday night,
but the Bulldogs sent the home with a pair of 13-3 losses. Hanceville plated
seven runs in the third inning of game one to pull away from the...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Broncos top Vinemont on the road 7-3; Saturday scoring recap
VINEMONT, Al. -- Holly
Pond traveled to take on Vinemont Saturday as both teams looked to bounce back
from losses but it was the Lady Broncos who went home with a 7-3 win thanks in large
part to a 3-run bomb off the bat of Kylie Ann...
ALL-STATE BOYS BASKETBALL: Holly Pond’s Chaney earns 1st Team honors, Hanceville’s Chandler wins 3A Coach of the Year
MONTGOMERY, Al. – This
year’s All-State selections on the boys side have been released by the Alabama Sports
Writers Association and there is another first teamer and coach of the year
representing Cullman County. Holly Pond’s Kyler Chaney landed on this year’s
class 3A First Team after earning...
Over 200 runners hit the streets for 4th annual Shamrock Shuffle
CULLMAN, Al. – East
Elementary School’s fourth annual Shamrock Shuffle is in the books and this
year’s event saw over 200 runners hit the streets to help support their school.
Saturday morning’s weather was near perfect for participants and as a result,
this year’s color run went off...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats split road doubleheader with James Clemens
MADISON, Al. – After wrapping up action in the Perfect Game High School Showdown in Hoover last week, the Bearcats were back on the road Friday night for a double header against the James Clemens Jets. The Jets scored in the bottom of the...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope handles Holly Pond on the road 9-1
HOLLY POND, Ala. --
Good Hope traveled to take on Holly Pond Thursday looking to snap a three-game
losing streak while the Lady Broncos aimed to keep things going in the right
direction after their road win over Fairview Tuesday. In the end, it was the Lady
Raiders...
PREP BASEBALL: Eagles knock off Danville at home 7-2; Thursday scoring recap
VINEMONT, Ala. – Danville
made the trip to Vinemont High School for a matchup with the Eagles Thursday
night and the Hawks were sent home with a 7-2 loss. Wyatt Thomason got the
start on the mound for Vinemont and earned the win after tossing six innings,...
Sports leagues across the world being affected by coronavirus
The spread of coronavirus has been affecting people in
different parts of the world for weeks but now sports leagues across the globe
are being forced to take action as well. A wave of restrictions, postponements
and cancellations began rolling in Wednesday afternoon and have continued today.
NCAA...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point takes area opener over Hamilton 4-0
WEST POINT, Ala. – After
sweeping a doubleheader with Priceville over the weekend, the Warriors returned
home Tuesday night to host their area-opener against the Hamilton Aggies. Aubry
Cleghorn got the start for West Point and tossed six scoreless innings to help
lead the Warriors past Hamilton 4-0...
PREP SOFTBALL: Fairview pulls away to win area-opener at Good Hope 10-2
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After
splitting a pair of games Saturday, Fairview traveled to take on Good Hope in
its area opener. A pitcher’s duel through five innings quickly turned into an
offensive outburst from the Lady Aggies as they pulled away late to defeat the
Lady Raiders...
PREP BASEBALL: Cold Springs tops Holly Pond at home 9-3
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold
Springs returned home Monday night to host the Broncos of Holly Pond and after
taking a 4-1 lead in the second inning, the Eagles pulled away to win it 9-3
and improve to 3-0 on the season. Andrew Weaver got the start for...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point sweeps Priceville at home; Saturday scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – After
a week of pouring rain, Saturday brought great weather and a day packed with
local softball and baseball action across the state. Some local softball teams were
competing in this year’s Wallace State High School Tournament, the Cullman Bearcats
finished up their stint at...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison drops Saturday doubleheader against Lynn, Oakman
ADDISON, Ala. – On
an absolutely beautiful day for baseball, Addison hosted county rival Lynn and
Walker County foe Oakman for a pair of varsity matchups. Unfortunately for the
home crowd, the weather was the only thing that turned out great for the Dawgs today.
Addison lost the...
PREP TRACK & FIELD: Bearcats edge Hartselle to win Cullman Invitational
CULLMAN, Ala. – Teams
from all over the area made their way to Oliver Woodard Stadium at Cullman High
School Saturday to compete in this year’s Cullman Invitational and the hometown
Bearcats finished just six points ahead of the Hartselle Tigers to win the boys
title. Fort Payne...
PREP BASEBALL: Waldrep tosses 1-hitter in Addison’s 3-0 win over Danville
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison
hosted the 4A Danville Hawks (1-3) on a breezy evening at the Dawg Pound and
the Bulldogs started their big senior right hander Luke "Doc" Waldrep
who brought his dominating stuff into the game. Waldrep entered the game with a
1-0 record and 19...
ARCHERY: Vinemont High & Middle, East Elementary win at Cullman County Regional
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Archery
season is in full swing across Cullman County and a full field of local teams made
their way to Good Hope High School Thursday and Friday to compete in this year’s
Cullman County Regional Tournament. Both Vinemont High School and Middle School
took...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Warriors rally to knock off Brewer 11-6
WEST POINT, Ala. – After
a week soaked in rain across the state, the West Point Lady Warriors were able
to get back on the field Friday afternoon to host the Lady Patriots of Brewer
for an area matchup. West Point fell behind 6-0 in the second...
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Cats defeat Northside, fall to DeSoto Central in extra innings at Perfect Game High School Showdown
HOOVER, Ala. – This
year’s Perfect Game High School Showdown kicked off at the Hoover Metroplex Thursday
and the Cullman Bearcats played their first matchup of the tournament against
Northside at 3:30 and later faced DeSoto Central at just before 9. Northside
jumped out to a 2-0 start...
Baker’s game-winning layup sends No. 19 Wallace State women into Friday’s ACCC Tournament championship game
HANCEVILLE, ALA.
– Sophomore Jasmine Baker’s layup with 31.3 seconds remaining lifted
Wallace State’s 19th-ranked women’s basketball team to a 59-57
victory over Chattahoochee Valley CC on Thursday at Shelton State’s Umphrey
Center, punching the Lady Lions’ ticket into the Alabama Community College
Conference (ACCC) Tournament championship game for...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman County Tournament postponed to April 10-11
Updated: 3/5/20 - 1:56 p.m.
VINEMONT, Ala. –- This year’s Cullman County Baseball Tournament is moving to April. The tournament was originally scheduled to begin earlier this week before it was pushed back to Friday and Saturday but with the rain continuing to fall, coaches...
Wallace State Theatre to present ‘Big Fish The Musical March 12-15
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The work of an Alabama author with
ties to Cullman County will be staged March 12-15 by the Wallace State
Community College Theatre program. “Big Fish the Musical” based on
the 1998 book “Big Fish: A Novel of Mythic Proportions” by Daniel
Wallace, will be presented March...
Cullman SportsFit & Wellness Center hosts 2020 Alabama State Racquetball Championships
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman
SportsFit & Wellness Center was the host for this year’s Alabama State
Racquetball Championships and dozens of players made their way to the courts over
the weekend to compete. Play began Saturday morning at 8 and continued through
Sunday evening before the 2020 champions...
Pet of the Week: Your noble estate needs a Duke!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s
Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Duke is a big boy, a 2.5-year-old Great Dane mix. He’s a lively-but-not-hyper
medium-energy pet who’s very good on the leash and has good spatial awareness.
He enjoys getting out...
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Cats roll past Grissom 10-5
CULLMAN, Ala. – After splitting a pair of matchups on the road over the weekend, Cullman returned to Bill Shelton Field Tuesday night to host Grissom. Four different arms on the mound and a grand slam off the bat of Brennen Norton helped lead...
PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville knocks off Danville, Fairview on the road; Saturday scoring recap
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview welcomed Danville and Hanceville to their place for some Saturday baseball action and the Bulldogs went home with a pair of wins. The Aggies took the first game of the day over the Hawks 18-10 while the Bulldogs got a...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison knocks off Hanceville 7-2
ADDISON, Ala. -- On
a very chilly night at Addison High School, the 2-0 Addison Bulldogs hosted the
1-2 Hanceville Bulldogs to see which Bulldog would come out on top. Addison's
pitching staff has been outstanding early in the season, only giving up one run
through two games and...
West Point High sweeps district scholars’ bowl tournament for 8th consecutive year
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point High School scholars’
bowl team won in district competition this month at Hanceville without a single
loss, continuing a perfect eight-year run. That’s right: West Point now has not
lost a single match at district in eight years.
West Point took...
STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: No. 2 Cold Springs falls to No. 1 Collinsville 58-45 in 2A Girls State Finals
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After
another stellar season from the Cold Springs Lady Eagles, the defending 2A state
champs made their way to Legacy Arena Friday morning to play for another title
but couldn’t keep pace with the top-ranked Collinsville Lady Panthers. The Lady
Eagles trailed by just four...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison blasts Falkville 10-0
ADDISON, Ala. -- On
a brisk night at lovely Addison High School, the bulldogs hosted the Falkville
Blue Devils in both teams’ second game of the season. Both teams came in with a
1-0 record, but the Bulldogs sent the Blue Devils home after just five innings
with...
STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Lady Eagles ready to defend crown against Collinsville
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – For
the second consecutive year, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles are playing in the final
game of the season with the 2A Girls State Championship on the line. No. 2 Cold
Springs will meet top-ranked Collinsville at the BJCC’s Legacy Arena Friday
morning at 9...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison’s Luke Chambers signs with UNA
ADDISON, Ala. – Tuesday
was a special day in the library at Addison High School. For the first time in nearly
30 years, an Addison football player signed a scholarship with a Division One program
after Senior standout Luke Chambers signed his letter of intent to play...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs’ Burgess signs with Huntingdon
BREMEN, Ala. – Friends, families, teammates and coaches made their way to Jesse George Gymnasium at Cold Springs High School Wednesday morning to celebrate the next stage one Eagle’s athletic and academic career. Lawson Burgess stood out on both the offensive and defensive sides...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman knocks off Homewood 9-2
CULLMAN, Ala. – After
a weekend trip to Gulf Shores, the Bearcats returned home Tuesday night to host
the Homewood Patriots. Cullman got off to a 1-0 start in the bottom of the first
but put up five runs in the second to create some separation and...
AHSAA STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Hanceville’s postseason run ends in Final 4 with 52-42 loss to Pike County
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – It’s
been 20 years since the Hanceville Bulldogs were at the BJCC’s Legacy Arena to
compete in the final four and they led the way at halftime but couldn’t keep
pace with Pike County in the final frame and their historic postseason run came
to...
AHSAA STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Cold Springs defeats Central-Hayneville 61-46 to advance to 2A State Finals
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Cold
Springs is heading back to the class 2A Girls State Championship Game and the
Lady Eagles punched their ticket by toppling Central-Hayneville 61-46 in Monday
night’s semifinal clash. Cold Springs came out firing on the offensive end, putting
up 25 in the opening quarter...
PREP SOFTBALL: Wilkins tosses no-hitter against East Lawrence, Cullman’s Patterson collects 400th win; Saturday scoring recap
WEST POINT, Ala. – This
year’s “Warrior Battle” Tournament at West Point High School resumed Saturday morning
and after defeating East Lawrence, Lawrence County and Curry throughout the day,
the Lady Warriors claimed the tournament championship Saturday night. West
Point ace Carlie Wilkins pitched six hitless innings against...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison opens season with 2-1 win over Good Hope
ADDISON, Ala. – After
cancellations delayed the start of the season, the Addison Bulldogs got their
2020 campaign underway against the Good Hope Raiders Saturday.
Addison's imposing senior right-hander Luke Waldrep opened
the season on the mound for the Bulldogs, sophomore Braxton Marshal got the
start for Good...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Warriors tie Priceville, rout Columbia to open season; Friday scoring recap
WEST POINT, Ala. – West
Point’s Warrior Battle Tournament got underway Friday afternoon and it was opening
day for the Lady Warriors. West Point was home for their tournament matchups
Friday night, tying Priceville 3-3 and blasting Columbia 16-0, while Cullman’s
baseball and softball teams were competing in...
STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Cold Springs, Hanceville preparing for Final 4 matchups
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The
2020 AHSAA State Basketball Tournament tips off Monday at the BJCC in
Birmingham and there will be a strong local presence at this year’s event. The Hanceville
Bulldogs are riding a huge wave of momentum into the final four after knocking
off the top-ranked...
PREP BASKETBALL: Campbell’s game-winner sends Hanceville to first Final 4 since 1999
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – Things
are never boring with the Hanceville Bulldogs. After escaping Locust Fork in
overtime in the sub-regional and upsetting No. 1 Piedmont in double overtime
Saturday night, the Bulldogs have done it again, toppling Midfield 56-54 on a game-winning
shot by freshman guard Zach Campbell,...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point falls to Madison Academy 69-54 in Northwest Regional Finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A stellar season for the West Point Lady Warriors came to an end Wednesday morning in the Northwest Regional Championship Game. After a hot start in the opening quarter gave them the early lead, the Lady Warriors did not make a...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Eagles defeat Hatton 50-47 to win back to back Northwest Regional crowns, advance to Final 4
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – For
the second straight season, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles are your Northwest
Regional Champions and they’ll be at the BJCC in Birmingham Monday to continue
their pursuit of another state title. Cold Springs battled it out with a Hatton
squad that refused to lay...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison opens 2020 season Friday
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison’s
2020 season is scheduled to open at home Friday against Danville. This is a
season full of expectations and questions. Addison is coming off a
successful 2019 season, finishing second in the area and going to the state
playoffs. The bulldogs only lost two seniors off...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats sweep opening day doubleheader against Hazel Green
CULLMAN, Ala. – Baseball season has arrived and the defending 6A state champion Cullman Bearcats opened things up with a rematch of last year’s third round playoff matchup against the Hazel Green Trojans. Cullman blasted the Trojans 10-0 in game one after three ‘Cats...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope’s postseason run ends in sweet 16 with 66-58 loss to Anniston
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. -- The
Good Hope Raiders were on the court for a Regional Tournament game for the first
time since 2008 this morning and it was at Jacksonville State University’s Pete
Matthews Coliseum to face the Anniston Bulldogs. The Raiders overcame a slow
start and a big...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview falls to Anniston 57-35 in Northeast Regional Semifinals
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – Fairview and Anniston met in a rematch of last year’s Northeast Regional Final early Monday morning and the Lady Aggies were looking for some revenge against the defending state champions. Fairview hung with the Lady Bulldogs in a messy game that...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville upsets No. 1 Piedmont 52-50 in 2OT to advance to Northeast Regional Championship Game
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – After surviving a thriller in the sub-regional at home against Locust Fork, the Hanceville Bulldogs traveled East Saturday night to face the top-ranked Piedmont Bulldogs in the Northeast Regional semifinals. After trailing for most of the game, Hanceville climbed back to...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point rallies to defeat Mortimer Jordan 51-48 and advance to Northwest Regional Finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Play
at this year’s Northwest Regional Tournament resumed Saturday morning and at
noon, the West Point Lady Warriors tipped off their regional semifinal clash
against Mortimer Jordan. After trailing at halftime and falling behind early in
the fourth quarter, West Point rallied late to knock...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs holds off Tanner 54-42 to advance to Northwest Regional finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Your
defending state champion in Class 2A hit the floor at Wallace State’s Tom Drake
Coliseum Friday night to compete in the Northwest Regional semifinals and after
overcoming a slow start, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles were able to pull away
from Tanner as the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Maddox passes Aycock to become Good Hope’s all-time leading scorer
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Raider
history was made during last week’s 4A, Area 12 Tournament. During Good Hope’s matchup
with Oneonta in the tournament title game, senior guard Cole Maddox passed
former Raiders standout Kyle Aycock to become the all-time leading scorer in
Good Hope High School’s history....
PREP BASKETBALL: Local teams tipping off Regional Tournament games Friday night
CULLMAN, Ala. – We’re
now in the thick of postseason basketball and only five local teams remain in
the field to chase a state title. The defending 2A state champion Lady Eagles
of Cold Springs will tip things off in the Northwest Regional at Wallace State’s
Tom Drake...
PREP SOFTBALL: Holly Pond’s Ashley Duke signs with Judson College
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The
library at Holly Pond High School was packed with friends, family, teammates
and coaches Wednesday morning to celebrate the next stage of one Bronco’s athletic
and academic career. Senior infielder Ashley Duke signed a scholarship to play for
Judson College in Marion and...
PREP BASKETBALL: Campbell’s last-second free throws push Hanceville past Locust Fork in OT and back to Northeast Regional
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville
is heading back to Jacksonville State for the Northeast Regional after taking
down Locust Fork in a thrilling, sub-regional showdown that couldn’t be decided
in four quarters. Bulldogs guard Tyson Bellmon drilled a three-pointer from the
left wing at the buzzer to tie the...
PREP CHEERLEADING: Good Hope, Cullman cheer squads shine at UCA National Championships
ORLANDO, Fla. – Two local schools were represented at this year’s UCA National High School Cheerleading Championships at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports at the Walt Disney World Resort and both of them are coming home with some bragging rights. The Cullman Bearcats collected...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison’s postseason run ends with sub-regional loss to Tanner
ADDISON, Ala. – The
Addison Lady Dawgs hosted the Tanner Lady Rattlers at Stephenson Gym in the sub-regional
round of the state tournament Monday night. Addison came in with a sparkling
21-2 record and Tanner sported a 13-12 record. The game promised to be a good
one due...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Bearcats drop sub-regional matchup against Athens
CULLMAN, Ala. – After
winning its last meeting with Athens, Cullman looked for another huge win
against the Lady Golden Eagles, but this time, their season was on the line.
After trailing at the halftime break, the Lady Bearcats couldn't muster much of
anything offensively in the second...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point downs East Limestone 57-50 to earn back to back trips to Northwest Regional; Sub-Regional scoring recap
WEST POINT, Ala. – For
the second consecutive season, the West Point Lady Warriors have defeated East
Limestone in the sub-regionals and will move on to play in the Northwest
Regional Tournament at Wallace State. The Lady Warriors trailed at the half but
got big baskets when they...
PREP BASKETBALL: Local teams tipping off sub-regionals tonight
CULLMAN, Ala.-
Sub-regionals are here and several local teams are looking to keep their
respective seasons alive. Everyone is in "win or go home" mode from
now on. On the girls’ side, Addison, Cold Springs, Cullman and West Point will
host their games while Fairview, Hanceville and Holly...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville blows by Glencoe 73-41 to win 3A, Area 12 tournament title; Friday area tournament scoring recap
HANCEVILLE, Ala – The
Bulldogs returned to Lane Horton Gymnasium after knocking off J.B. Pennington
earlier this week and this time, they were facing Glencoe for this year’s 3A,
Area 12 tournament championship. Hanceville set the tone right out of the gate
and handled the Yellow Jackets 73-41...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Warriors top Hamilton 72-43 to win back to back 5A, Area 14 tournament titles
WEST POINT, Ala. – West
point was aiming for back to bac Class 5A, Area 14 championships Thursday night
when they took on Hamilton in a rematch of last year's title game and the Lady
Warriors easily took care of business. West Point pulled away to win...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison knocks off Red Bay 48-37 to win 2A, Area 13 tournament title
ADDISON, Ala. -- The
Addison Lady Dawgs hosted the Red Bay Lady Tigers at Stephenson Gymnasium on a
cool, dreary night for the Class 2A, Area 13 tournament title. Both teams were
assured of a state playoff spot, but the winner would host a game on Monday
night...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Bearcats topple Hartselle 46-37 to capture 6A, Area 14 tournament crown; area tournament scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – For
the third time this season, the Cullman Lady Bearcats are winners over the
Hartselle Lady Tigers and their most recent victory earned them another home
game in the postseason. Hartselle traveled to Cullman High School for the 6A,
Area 14 tournament championship game Thursday...
Xtreme Allstars sweep Victory Valentine Cheer Competition
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Last
weekend was another success for Cullman Gymnastics & Cheer Academy’s Xtreme
Allstars. After a strong showing at the JAMfest Bam JAM at the BJCC Jan. 25in which two of their squads took home first place, the Allstars made the
trip to Huntsville’s Von...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville holds off J.B. Pennington 65-54 to advance to area tournament finals; area tournament scoring recap
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The
Bulldogs returned home Tuesday night to host this year’s Class 3A, Area 12
Tournament and Hanceville is on to the championship game after eliminating J.B.
Pennington 65-54 in the opening round.
The Bulldogs got off to a 6-2 start early in the game
and...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison edges Sulligent 63-58 in OT to advance to area tournament finals
ADDISON, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Dawgs are hosting this year’s 2A, Area 13 Tournament as the number one seed at lovely Stephenson Gym. The Red Bay Lady Tigers defeated the shorthanded Winston County Lady Yellow Jackets in the first game, 42-38. The Lady...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point rolls Russellville 77-45 to advance to area tournament title game
WEST POINT, Ala. – The
postseason is here, and it's win or go home for local teams, including West
Point, who took on Russellville with a chance to try and repeat as Class 5A,
Area 14 champions. The Lady Warriors took care of the Lady Golden Tigers...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Raiders fall to Oneonta in OT, Lady Aggies crush Ashville to advance to Area 12 Tournament finals; area tournament scoring recap
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Both
the Lady Raiders and Lady Aggies were on the court at Fairview High School
Monday night for the opening round of the class 4A, Area 12 Tournament and split
their respective matchups with Oneonta and Ashville. The Lady Redskins edged Good
Hope 47-41 in...
Wallace State baseball opens 2020 season today; Putman four wins away from 1,100 with Lions
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s baseball team opens the 2020 season at home today, welcoming Motlow State for a doubleheader at James C. Bailey Stadium.
The Lions return considerable sophomore experience in the lineup and on the pitching staff in 2020, as coach Randy...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point sweeps Broncos, Lady Broncos on the road
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Friday
was senior night at Holly Pond High School and there were several cheerleaders
and Bronco basketball players to recognize in front of their home crowd but on
the court, the night belonged to West Point. The Lady Warriors blew past Holly
Pond 73-35...
PREP BASKETBALL: Area tournaments tipping off Monday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Area
tournaments have arrived and its now time to win or go home for local teams traveling
and hosting their respective tournaments. The winners and runners-up of the
area tournaments will automatically advance to the sub-regionals on Feb. 10 and
11.
Class 1A, Area 13 (varsity
girls)...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Eagles roll past St. Bernard 54-35, Saints edge Vinemont 42-41
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont
hosted St. Bernard on senior night Thursday after splitting their games against
Cold Springs Tuesday and St. Bernard looked to bounce back after getting swept
by Southeastern. The Lady Eagles rolled past the Lady Saints 54-35 while the
Saints used a second-half comeback to...
