PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont drops region battle with Susan Moore 35-16
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles were back home for another regional matchup against Susan Moore, but they were plagued by turnovers throughout the game and the Bulldogs were able to leave with a 35-16 win.
Vinemont received the opening kickoff and marched down the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bulldogs fall at No. 2 Cherokee County 55-0
CENTRE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road for a regional battle at Cherokee County Friday night and unfortunately for Bulldog fans, the Warriors were in control of this one from start to finish, defeating Hanceville 55-0.
Cherokee County scored on its opening possession...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls to Locust Fork on the road 56-8
LOCUST FORK, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles hit the road Friday night for a regional matchup at Locust Fork but unfortunately for Eagle fans, the Hornets scored early and often on their way to a dominant, 56-8 win.
The Hornets scored early to jump...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab drops 1st game of season at Scottsboro 28-14
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. – The Arabian Knights made the trip to Scottsboro for a critical regional matchup and after taking a 14-0 lead in the first quarter, the Wildcats responded with 28 unanswered points to pull away with a 28-14 win and hand Arab its...
PREP FOOTBALL: Southeastern pulls away to top Holly Pond 35-6
REMLAP, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos traveled to Remlap, Alabama to take on Southeastern Friday night and despite trailing by just one score at halftime, the Broncos were unable to keep pace with the Mustangs in the second half as they pulled away...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek mauls Phillips for 72-16 homecoming win
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek returned to Tiger Stadium Friday night to host this year’s homecoming game against Phillips Bear Creek and the Tigers celebrated with an explosive, 72-16 win over the Bears to improve to 3-2 on the season.
The scoring started with a 12-yard...
PREP CHEER: ‘Be a valuable asset to the team’: Vinemont’s Maggie Payne enjoying sophomore season
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont sophomore Maggie Payne is cheering on the varsity squad for the first time this season and she's had an incredible experience so far.
"It has been amazing. I competed in competition cheer for a few years. I cheered my first-ever varsity...
Wahl, APLS vote to create list of ‘inappropriate’ library books
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) Board of Diretors on Wednesday approved a resolution creating a list of books with content “people might find inappropriate for teenagers and children.”
Alabama Republican Party Chair John Wahl, who sits on the board, made the...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Fairview wins senior night matches over Scottsboro, Decatur Heritage
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies celebrated Senior Night on the volleyball court Thursday with a tri-match against Scottsboro and Decatur Heritage. After trailing the Lady Wildcats 2-0, the Lady Aggies rallied to win the next three sets to win the series, 3-2, and they...
Marketing moves
Students learning marketing, design skills at CHS, CMS
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman students are able to learn marketing and design skills this year, as part of Cullman City Schools’ new expansion of potential career tech courses.
As part of the marketing course, students are taking on...
Bailey Keef named to Mississippi College Volleyball Team
CLINTON, MS (09/21/2023)-- Bailey Keef of Good Hope, has been named to the 2023 Mississippi College Volleyball Team.
Mississippi College congratulates the student athletes who were named to the Choctaws Volleyball team for the 2023 season. The Choctaws are led by sixth-year head coach, Shawna...
Commission approves FY 2024 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday approved the budget for the 2024 fiscal year. It reported total budgeted expenses of $31,467,929 and total budgeted revenue of $31,579,290.
The commission also approved a tax abatement for Topre in the amount of $1,042,699. According...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Every role on the team is important’: Cold Springs’ Hollyn Bruer ready for upcoming season
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs' Hollyn Bruer will be a freshman this upcoming basketball season and will be on the JV team this year. She played some on the varsity squad last year as well and has had a great experience during her time...
‘Train to Drive’: ALEA participates in Operation Clear Track
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Whether you’re a veteran, unexperienced driver or make your living behind the wheel of a bus or a commercial vehicle, staying safe around railway tracks is all about knowing the rules.
Each year, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) joins fellow law...
PREP CHEER: ‘Spread God’s word as much as you can’: Good Hope’s Lexi Doss enjoying senior season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Lexi Doss will be heading into her fourth and final year as a varsity cheerleader and has enjoyed every second of this experience so far. She has learned some very important things during this journey and from...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: West Point splits tri-match with Cold Springs, Lawrence County
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors hosted Lawrence County and Cold Springs in a tri-match on Tuesday afternoon. West Point lost 3-1 to Lawrence County and Cold Springs was swept by the Lady Red Devils. The Lady Warriors finished the night by sweeping...
CCBOE rolls out new buses
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools received the first of its new air-conditioned buses last week. But A/C is not the only feature the district is excited about.
Bus drivers can now communicate in real time with students waiting at bus stops. If a student...
Walk for MS awareness back this October
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Walk is back for the first time since COVID-19, thanks largely in part to a collaboration with Joanne P. LaGanke Multiple Sclerosis Center, Align Alabama Health and Wellness, High Caliber Mechanical and the gumption of Taylor Wilson...
Paul J. Kim to speak at St. Bernard Sept. 21-22
CULLMAN, Ala. – Saint Bernard Preparatory School on Monday announced a special event featuring one of America's most sought-after Catholic youth and young adult speakers, Paul J. Kim. The event is set to take place Sept. 21-22, 2023, in Room 100 of the Swisher...
Cullman Association of Realtors donates $73K to local charities
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, Sept.13, the Cullman Association of Realtors (CAR) hosted a luncheon at Stone Bridge Farms, where it presented checks totaling $73,000 to seven local charities. The money was raised during a recent fundraising event.
According to CAR Auction Committee Chair Rita...
St. Bernard students awarded academic honors from College Board National Recognition Programs
CULLMAN, Ala. – Students at Saint Bernard Preparatory School have achieved academic honors through College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs serve as a platform to acknowledge high school students' outstanding scholastic achievements and provide them with an opportunity to showcase their academic excellence....
PREP CHEER: ‘Hand it to God’: Hanceville’s Haylee Nethery excited for cheer season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville junior cheerleader Haylee Nethery had an amazing experience in her first year cheering with the Bulldogs varsity squad last year and has learned so much from the experience so far.
"So far, it has been a very amazing experience. I have...
1 killed in late-night shooting, active manhunt underway
CULLMAN, Ala. -- According to Cullman Police Department Director of Communications Adam Clark, at approximately 10:55 p.m. Sunday evening a shooting took place near the 200 block of Hickory Ave SW.
"A male subject was critically injured, and the suspect fled the scene," Clark said. "The suspect,...
STEM Day takes over Cullman City Primary School
CULLMAN, Ala. - STEM took over Cullman City Primary School this week, introducing young students to all kinds of real-world Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) lessons featuring everything from ice cream to balloon rockets.Students learned to “command” volunteers around a grid to emulate...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 3 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- It's near the halfway point of the 2023 Cullman County Youth Football season and there were more than a handful of intriguing games going on locally this weekend. The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted the Vinemont Eagles, the West Point Warriors traveled to...
Hanceville Council reviews proposed FY2024 budget
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville City Council at its meeting on Thursday read and reviewed the proposed fiscal year 2024 budget.
Mayor Kenneth Nail said that the proposed budget comes after meeting with department heads, reviewing their needs and suggestions and then making adjustments where necessary...
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Shhh and secrets
“Shhh” in a Cullman County library was likely first heard in the home of Colonel John Cullmann, the county’s founder. The Colonel was known for having a sizeable collection of books written in his native German, and others in English, the language of his...
CDC cuts ribbon on Cullman County Life Center
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Thursday afternoon, the Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) hosted a ribbon cutting for its new Cullman County Life Center. Cullman County Schools renovated existing space and turned it into a fully functioning apartment including a living area, kitchen, bathroom...
Files from yesteryear: 1917, 1937
From the files of 1917
Mrs. O. Kinney, Mrs. G.W. Johnson, Honorable and Mrs. A.A. Griffith have returned from a ten day stay in Dawson Springs, Kentucky.
Mr. George Stiefelmeyer has returned home from Canada, where he has been for the past four weeks, on a...
Barnette gives update on CCBOE projects
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Schools system spans a vast geographical area with multiple campuses, each with unique needs and characteristics, and the Cullman County School Board (CCBOE) is challenged with maintaining and enhancing facilities to provide students with optimal learning environments. Here,...
Blount County high-speed chase called off
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. -- Saturday afternoon, a high-speed chase originating in Blount County was making its way toward Cullman County before it was called off by the Blount County Sheriff’s Office. According to Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Director of Communications Chad Whaley,
“Blount County was...
2 killed in Saturday morning wreck
UPDATE: The driver of the Chrysler 300 has been identified.
DECATUR POST – A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, has claimed two lives. Sydni M. Helms, 22, of Jasper, was fatally injured when the 2014 Jeep Wrangler she was driving collided...
WSCC: 226 students named to summer 2023 President’s, Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 226 outstanding students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Summer 2023 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison drops tight game at Hackleburg 32-28
HACKLEBURG, Ala. – Addison traveled to Hackleburg, Alabama to take on the Panthers for a game with major region championship implications. In an exciting back and forth affair, the hometown Panthers came away with a thrilling, 32-28 victory. With Hackleburg already having beaten the other power...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats bounce back with 21-14 win at Decatur
DECATUR, Ala. – On a beautiful night for high school football, the Cullman Bearcats made another trip north to take on the Decatur Red Raiders in a critical region matchup. The Bearcats were able to step up defensively and hold the Red Raiders out...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview knocks off Good Hope 28-7
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies hosted the Good Hope Raiders in a huge county game for both teams. After holding a slim lead at the half, a strong running game helped the Aggies pull away in the second half and knock off the...
Tower Challenge
Local first responders complete challenge remembering 9/11
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Fire Rescue firefighter Seth Brock said he and four fellow first responders have a new outlook on what firefighters felt on Sept. 11, 2001, after completing the 110-flight Tower Challenge at Cullman Savings Bank.
The...
Cullman Oktoberfest back, bigger than ever Sept. 28-30
CULLMAN, Ala. – With crisp autumn air just around the corner, Cullman is gearing up for its annual take on Oktoberfest, celebrating Cullman's German heritage with a bit of Southern flair. This year's celebration promises to be an entire three-day sensory delight of sights,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Pleasant Valley edges Holly Pond 15-14
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Pleasant Valley Raiders visited the Holly Pond Broncos Friday night and were able to leave with a tight, 15-14 victory over the Broncos.
The Raiders won the toss and elected to defer to the second half. Pleasant Valley surprised the Broncos with...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont hammers Brindlee Mountain 44-0
VINEMONT, Ala. – Coming off a tough non region slate to kick off the season, Vinemont hosted Brindlee Mountain for homecoming and its region opener Friday night. Vinemont got off to a fast start and cruised to a 44-0 victory over the Lions.
Vinemont received...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville earns 32-6 region win over Ashville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville was back home at Ray Talley Stadium for another big regional matchup Friday night and the Bulldogs of Hanceville proved to be too much for the Bulldogs of Ashville, collecting a 32-6 region win at home.
Ashville led Hanceville 6-0 at...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls to Lamar County 46-20
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs was back at home Friday night to host a regional game against Lamar County and despite a three-touchdown performance from Matt Williams, the Bulldogs proved to be too much for the Eagles and took the road matchup 46-20.
Matt Williams’...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point drops region opener at Russellville 48-14
RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. – The West Point Warriors made the trip to Russellville to open up region play Friday night and they had their hands full with the Tigers. Russellville built a 41-0 lead in the first half and the Warriors were unable to overcome...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek falls in 30-28 nailbiter at Colbert Heights
TUSCUMBIA, Ala. – The Meek Tigers made the trek to Tuscumbia for a regional battle with Colbert Heights Friday night and the Tigers made a late push to come from behind and pull out a win, but their effort came up just short and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab remains unbeaten with 29-26 win over Sardis
ARAB, Ala. – The Arabian Knights returned home for another regional matchup against Sardis Friday night, and it was a tight one between the Knights and the Lions. Logan Silva collected three more touchdowns and Arab’s defense came up with some timely stops to...
Shannon Nickens convicted of armed robbery
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County jury on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, convicted Shannon Dewayne Nickens of first-degree robbery (armed robbery) in connection with the Nov. 21, 2022, robbery of Holly Pond Nutrition.
The three-day trial began Monday, with Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker...
WSCC Cross Country teams ranked 7th in national preseason poll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s men’s and women’s cross country teams both are ranked No. 7 nationally in the 2023 NJCAA DII preseason polls by the U.S. Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association coaches poll.
The women’s team finished fifth in...
Cullman City School Board sets FY2024 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board on Monday, Sept. 11, passed its budget for the 2024 fiscal year. Total revenue for the 2024 fiscal year is $46,625,309.
Chief School Finance and Operations Officer James Brumley said the system will receive $21,981,742 (46.76% of...
Cullman City Council passes $55M annual budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening passed the City’s 2024 fiscal year budget. The new budget totals $55,290,609, a 4.5% increase over 2023’s budget, which was $52,899,395. The council said the increase is due to inflation. The budget will go...
PREP CHEER: ‘Put the Lord before anything’: Vinemont’s Krimson Gingrich excited for cheer season
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont sophomore cheerleader Krimson Gingrich is cheering on the Eagles varsity squad for the first time this year and has had an amazing experience so far.
"My experience has been great. I love how everyone on the team encourages each other all...
AL SoS Allen speaks at Cullman County Republican Women meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen on Tuesday night spoke at the Cullman County Republican Women meeting. He said his primary objective was to get the message across about how important election integrity is to both the state of Alabama and...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Never give up’: Fairview’s Jaycee Aleman reflects on Aggie years
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview's multi-sport standout Jaycee Aleman, and she made some incredible memories during her time as an Aggie. She played with a lot of great players and learned so much from some great coaches.
"In softball, it...
Welcome, Essie!
West Point Elementary introduces service dog
WEST POINT, Ala. –West Point Elementary School on Monday morning welcomed its new faculty member, Essie the service dog.
Essie is a Labradoodle, and her primary handler is West Point Elementary School Assistant Principal Shannon Waters. The school plans to...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Good Hope sweeps region opener at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The third-ranked Good Hope Lady Raiders made the short trip over to Lane Horton Gymnasium to take on the Hanceville Lady Bulldogs in the region opener for both teams. Good Hope ended up sweeping Hanceville in three straight sets.
Good Hope 25...
‘Where else can you find muscadine juice?’
Saint Bernard welcomes visitors for 7th Annual Bernard Blues and BBQ
CULLMAN, Ala. – Attendees and competitors from all across the Southeast gathered on the picturesque grounds of Saint Bernard Preparatory School Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 9-10, for the seventh annual Bernard Blues and BBQ...
2nd Annual Vinemont BBQ Fest showcases Battle of the Heroes
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. — The Vinemont Sports Complex will be alive with the aromas of barbecued delights on Saturday, Oct. 21, during the 2nd Annual Vinemont Chillin’ N Grillin BBQ Fest. This year, the fest introduces the “Battle of the Heroes” People's Choice BBQ...
‘Shine for Him on the field’: West Point’s Sierra Cranford enjoying band season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point junior Sierra Cranford is heading into her third year as a majorette in the Warrior band and has had a blast doing it. She feels so blessed to be around some great people and has tried to learn...
St. Bernard’s Burrows named to UA Early College summer 2023 Director’s List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 385 students enrolled in UA Early College during summer semester 2023 at The University of Alabama were named to the Director's List with an academic record of 3.6 or higher.
The Director's List recognizes students enrolled in classes through...
Kallhoff gives updates on city school projects
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff provided updates about ongoing and upcoming projects to city school campuses.
"The partnership between the City and our school district has been incredible. The increased funding from sales and property taxes has allowed us to...
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Cultivate Cullman Agriplex
“WUNDERGARTEN,” the folktale, is set on an 1870s-era strawberry farm in Cullman County, Alabama. Today, the area’s most passionate advocate for farm heritage is the North Alabama Agriplex. The Cullman-grown nonprofit CULTIVATES CULLMAN by honoring the agricultural glory of the past while planting seeds...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
Mr. Bill Clapp and Geraldine Mugrove surprised their friends by getting married last Thursday. They are residing with Mr. and Mrs. William Clapp, Senior.
Mrs. G.W. Thorn, of Hanceville, suffered painful burns on her leg last Wednesday.
The Bremen Community was shocked...
2 arrested after robbery
CULLMAN, Ala. - Early Friday morning, Cullman Police Officers Roy Bates and Daniel Palisay were patrolling in the area of Warnke Road Southwest when they witnessed a silver Chevrolet Impala speeding through a parking lot. As it entered the roadway, the Impala narrowly avoided...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs’ Edgeworth, Holly Pond’s Barnett earn wins at Chickasaw Trails Invitational
MOULTON, Ala. – Several local schools made the trip over to Moulton for this year’s Chickasaw Trails Invitational and a pair of local runners outpaced their respective fields and returned home with wins. Cold Springs’ Ethan Edgeworth placed first in the large schools’ boys...
Local potters gearing up for Empty Bowls; volunteers needed
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local potters are gearing up for Empty Bowls, which will take place Feb. 19, 2024, and they need your help! The chili dinner is hosted each year at First United Methodist Church of Cullman and raises funds for Cullman Caring for...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats fall at No. 6 Hartselle 42-0
HARTSELLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats drove north to Hartselle to take on the Tigers in their first 6A, Region 7 Friday night. Hartselle got off to a slow start but ended up dominating the Bearcats to win the game 42-0.
The Cullman defense held...
County commissioners sign Clean Up Alabama petition regarding libraries
CULLMAN, Ala. - While the Cullman County Commission has not taken an official stance on the issue, Chairman Jeff Clemons, and all four county commissioners - Garry Marchman, Kerry Watson, Kelly Duke and Corey Freeman - this week signed the Clean Up Alabama petition...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison handles Cherokee for Homecoming 54-6
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted their region rival, Cherokee Indians, for homecoming and it turned into a happy night for the home team. Addison ran away with the game and came away with a win by a score of 54-6. Addison also crowned the lovely Bailee...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point downs Vinemont at home 33-28
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were back home against another county rival Friday night, and they held off a late push from the Vinemont Eagles to improve to 2-1 with a 33-28 win.
The Eagles got the ball to begin the game...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope falls to No. 2 Cherokee County 35-0
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders played host to the no. 2 ranked Cherokee County Warriors Friday night in their region opener and Cherokee County left Good Hope with a 35-0 win.
Good Hope went three-and-out on its opening possession, and Cherokee County used the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond falls to Locust Fork on the road 68-28
LOCUST FORK, Ala. – Holly Pond traveled to Locust Fork to kick off region play against the Hornets and unfortunately for the Broncos, Locust Fork was dominant from start to finish and Holly Pond fell to 0-3 with a 68-28 loss.
Locust Fork jumped out...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview handles East Limestone on the road 56-21
ATHENS, Ala. – After opening the season with wins over Columbia and Priceville, the Fairview Aggies kicked off region play on the road against East Limestone Friday night and they returned home with an impressive, 56-21 victory over the Indians.
East Limestone struck first, taking...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville drops region opener at No. 8 Oneonta 43-24
ONEONTA, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road Friday night to open up region play at Oneonta but unfortunately, after taking an early lead, the Bulldogs couldn’t keep pace with the Redskins for four quarters and they ended up falling to Oneonta 43-24.
Hanceville...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs drops region opener at Sulligent 49-8
SULLIGENT, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles traveled to Sulligent Friday night for their first regional battle of the season and after scoring to take an early lead in the opening period, the Blue Devils scored 42 unanswered points to pull away and win...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek collects 52-14 region win over Waterloo
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek returned home to Tiger Stadium Friday night to host a regional matchup with Waterloo and the Tigers dominated the Cougars from start to finish on their way to a 52-14 win.
A 12-yard touchdown run and two-point conversion by Cam Deaver...
PREP FOOTBALL: Late interception seals 21-14 region win for Arab over Douglas
DOUGLAS, Ala. – The Arabian Knights made the trip to Douglas to open up region play against the Eagles Friday night, and it was a tight battle that came down to the final possession. Arab took a 21-7 lead late in the third quarter,...
9 area students earn degrees from University of Alabama
President’s, Dean’s Lists announced
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Some 1,257 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama's summer 2023 commencement at Coleman Coliseum in August.
Area students who graduated include:
Michael Chandler of Vinemont received a Bachelor of Science in Commerce & Business AdministrationNatalie Conlon of Crane...
Pet of the week: You got a friend in Woody
CULLMAN, Ala. – Woody, an approximately 5-year-old male German Shepherd with a caramel and ebony coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Woody’s large frame and multiple scars certainly tell a story, but despite his striking appearance, he is truly a gentle...
PREP CHEER: ‘This team has become a family’: Cold Springs’ Jozie Anderson ready for cheer season
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs junior cheerleader Jozie Anderson has enjoyed every second cheering on varsity so far and has learned so much during that experience.
"Cheering for Cold Springs has been challenging, but so very rewarding. We put in hours of hard work, blood,...
Cullman’s Kayden Cleckler joins Troy University ‘Sound of the South’ marching band
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is proud to recognize new members of the "Sound of the South" marching band who joined during the fall 2023 semester.
Local students who joined the Sound of the South:
Kayden Cleckler of Cullman
About Troy University
Troy University is a public,...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison sweeps tri-match against Meek, Cold Springs
ARLEY, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Bulldogs traveled about ten miles south to participate in a volleyball tri-meet hosted by the number 5 team in 1A Meek Lady Tigers and the Cold Springs Lady Eagles. It just so happens that Addison is the number...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Vinemont edges East Lawrence 3-2
VINEMONT, Ala. -- It was a battle of the Eagles Thursday night as Vinemont hosted East Lawrence and this one went back-and-forth for the majority of the contest. Vinemont ended up winning a long, competitive five-set match over East Lawrence 3-2.
Vinemont 25 - East Lawrence...
An autumnal boutique experience
CULLMAN, Ala. – While some dream of temperatures dropping and leaves beginning to change color, many are choosing to switch out wardrobes and freshen up home decor with a little fall flair. A cozy cottage on the northeast side of town will be packed...
SRO program board hosts special-called meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the School Resource Officer (SRO) program governing board on Wednesday met for a special-called meeting to discuss program changes and where funds will be used in the school systems.
Back in May of this year, the Alabama Legislature passed legislation...
Local law enforcement reports calm Labor Day weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta and Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry were both happy to report that the Labor Day weekend was a relatively quiet one for their departments.
Nassetta said there with no major incidents to note. "We didn't have much...
Main library branch reopens
CULLMAN, Ala. – The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System finally reopened its doors to the public on Tuesday, Sept. 5, almost a month after an Aug. 7 storm blew out windows and caused damage in the back portion of the...
Cowlicks and Pigtails brings consistent seasonal consignment to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Any parent who strives to keep up with trends and ever-growing little bodies has struggled with pricing and cost-per-wear of quality children’s clothes. And probably experienced the stress of the beautiful smocked and embroidered set you shilled out major dollars for...
Commission reminds residents of Cullman County Notification System
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission is reminding Cullman County residents about its Cullman County Notification System. The application allows users to select which alerts they receive and from which location in the county they would like to receive them. Alerts can be...
RE Garrison Trucking showcases cancer awareness wraps on fleet
CULLMAN, Ala. - RE Garrison Trucking, Inc. has been at the forefront of corporate social responsibility through its unique truck wrap program. Started in 2018, the initiative has transformed from a tribute to veterans into a rolling billboard for several social causes, with 2023...
MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Good Hope rolls past Vinemont 56-8
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Good Hope made the short trip over to Vinemont to take on the Eagles in Tuesday night and it was all Raiders from the start. Good Hope scored on all but one drive in the first half and ended up rolling past Vinemont...
Sweet Tater Festival sees biggest crowd yet
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s Sweet Tater Festival at Smith Lake Park had the biggest turnout in the event’s history, according to Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug Davenport.
"Weather has been a huge factor this year," he said. "The warm temperatures were certainly...
PREP CHEER: ‘We are more like sisters now’: Hanceville’s Josie Radcliff ready for cheer season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville junior varsity cheerleader Josie Radcliff has had a great experience during her time on the varsity Bulldogs cheer squad so far and feels blessed that she gets to cheer alongside some great teammates.
"I've had a great experience each year. Our...
SugarFest 2023 brings Labor Day fun to Arab
ARAB, Ala. – Hundreds of residents poured into Arab City Park on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, to celebrate Arab’s annual SugarFest. SugarFest, a celebration of all the things that make life sweeter in the South, brought a combined 162 vendors, dozens of food trucks...
Op-Ed: Alabama’s historic grocery tax cut goes into effect, but more work remains to finish the job
Alabamians are feeling a bit of relief at the grocery store checkout lines as a result of the tax cut on food that a coalition of conservative lawmakers and I pushed through the Legislature during the 2023 regular session.
Beginning on Sept. 1, the state’s...
‘Follow my dreams’: Fairview’s Amy Latham ready for band season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior color guard captain Amy Latham will be heading into her sixth and final season as a member of the Aggie band and has enjoyed every second of it so far. She has learned so much during her time in...
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Cultivate Cullman ice cream
“Never ask a woman who is eating ice cream straight from the carton how she’s doing.”
I LOVE WOMEN and one reason is because they invented ice cream freezers so commoners like me could enjoy homemade, frozen custard concoctions. Nancy Johnson in America and Agnes...
Spring trip to Washington, D.C., planned with WSCC Alumni Association
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Springtime is a wonderful time to visit Washington, D.C., and the Wallace State Alumni Association is planning a trip for early April 2024. The six-night, seven-day journey is jam packed with visits to many of the favorite tourist destinations in and...
Checking in with Josie Harrington, new library director
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System has a new director. Following the retirement of Sharon Townson, who was with the library for 27 years, the library board selected Josie Harrington to assume the role. Harrington, who started her career with the library...
Files from yesteryear: 1930, 1936
From the files of 1930
The County Board of Education has moved into its newly remodeled building, which is one of the finest in the state.
Mrs. T.A. Smith had charge of the P.T.A. program on Tuesday. A book week program was given and Mrs. M.H....
Cullman County Youth Football week 1 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – After high temperatures postponed last week’s games, the 2023 Cullman County Youth Football season officially kicked off Saturday and there were some great games happening all over the county. The Vinemont Eagles hosted the West Point Warriors, the Good Hope Raiders...
(Updated) Cullman man dies after single-vehicle crash
Updated Nov. 30 at 9:06 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:20 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, claimed the life of a Cullman man.
Alabama State Troopers said Maxwell W. Ratcliff, 24, was critically injured when a 2021 Dodge Ram left the...
