Balloons over Broadway: CCPS students create their own balloon parade
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade got a first-grade twist recently, as students at Cullman City Primary School created their own mini-balloon floats as part of an innovative Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) project.Thanks to support from the Cullman City Schools...
Repairs begin to make Gulf State Park Pier whole again
GULF SHORES, Ala. - Lamar Pendergrass had a dream several years ago when he became the South Region Operations Supervisor for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) State Parks Division.
Pendergrass’s goal was to restore and upgrade the Gulf State Park Pier...
CASA volunteers needed for local children
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) volunteers are needed. Volunteers “are appointed by a judge to recommend the best possible outcome for an abused or neglected child’s future. Whether this means helping to make a connection with adoptive parents or...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1950
From the files of 1900
M. Dickerman has purchased the sawmill, belonging to W. Turney, near Vinemont.
Doctor W.A. Barclift of Hartselle is having a cottage erected on the bluff, overlooking the Vinemont railroad station and will use it as a summer home.
Swiss and Limberger cheese...
Unsheltered International invites community to free Thanksgiving meal Nov. 22
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Unsheltered International is dedicated to helping unsheltered and unhoused individuals and connecting resources to the people who may need them most. As part of the organization’s community outreach, it will partner with local food truck The Street Kitchen to...
Students learn leadership skills at annual Youth Leadership Conference
COLUMBIANA, Ala. - The 2023 Alfa Youth Leadership Conference helped 87 high school freshmen and sophomores from across Alabama develop crucial life and ag advocacy skills at the Alabama 4-H Center in Columbiana Nov. 13-14.
The two-day conference was hosted by the Alabama Farmers Federation...
2023 Festival of Trees begins Dec. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s fall and the trees have our full attention! Phyllis Hain, volunteer consultant for the Cullman Tree Commission, stated, “As my mom would say, they are just ‘showing out,’ flitting around in the cool breeze, all dressed up in yellow, orange...
Library board discusses changes in operations amid interim director resignation
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library Board at its meeting on Thursday, Nov. 16, discussed director pay and changes in operations, rescinded a disassociation letter to the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County, the forfeiture of a $25,000 collection development...
Local volunteer fire departments granted $100K in American Rescue Plan Act funds
VINEMONT, Ala. – It was all smiles Thursday evening, Nov. 16, as members of the Cullman County Association of Volunteer Fire Departments received $100,000 worth of new equipment and funds to strengthen their departments’ operations. Even the burliest firefighter cracked a smile at being...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders take home openers over New Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Raiders and Lady Raiders of Good Hope hosted their first home games of the season against New Hope Friday night and both squads opened up their home gym with wins. The Lady Raiders raced past New Hope 79-50 to...
Cullman Association of Realtors kicks off annual toy drive
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local realtors are gearing up for the holiday season and preparing to make Christmas wishes come true. Now through Dec. 13, the Cullman Association of Realtors will be collecting new items benefiting children involved with the Cullman County Department of Human...
Vinemont Band Booster Winter Craft Show set for Nov. 17-18
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual Vinemont Band Booster Winter Craft Show is set for this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-18 at Cullman Church of Christ.
Organizer Jamie Alexander said, “We have over 70 vendors this time. We have so many, they’ll be lining the...
‘The day was full of joy’
Hope Horses hosts Fall Fun Show
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses hosted its Fall Fun Show Saturday, Nov. 11.
“Students worked hard all year mastering their riding skills and were able to show their skills off to their family and friends,” Executive Director Kelsey...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview Aggies, Lady Aggies collect wins over Curry
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies and Lady Aggies welcomed the Curry Yellow Jackets to Joe Shults Gym for their home openers Thursday night and both varsity squads ended up rolling to dominating wins over Curry 57-19 and 85-21, respectively.
Fairview 57 - Curry 19...
Cullman’s Lacey Johnson crowned 2024 Miss UAB
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The new Miss University of Alabama at Birmingham is senior Lacey Johnson, of Cullman.
Nine students competed for the title in the Miss UAB Scholarship Competition on Nov. 12, in UAB’s Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center. The competition, presented by Student Involvement and Leadership,...
8th annual Veterans Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 20
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse in West Point has hosted a free meal for area veterans and their spouses for the past several years. This year’s event will be Monday, Nov. 20, from noon-6 p.m.
Brandin’ Iron Manager Josh Speakman said the...
Addison High named Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Lighthouse School for 2023
Updated Nov. 15, 2023 at 7:33 p.m.
ADDISON, Ala. - Addison High School is a small school in a small town in Winston County, Alabama but this little school has big dreams and lofty expectations for itself and its students. Addison High School Principal Micah Smothers...
Behind the Rack Consignment sale coming to Cullman Nov. 16-18
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heather Stewart and her consignment sale, Behind the Rack Consignment, had been offering deep discounts on high-quality secondhand children’s items in Arab for two years when other cities started reaching out and asking that sales be held in their areas; requests...
Jordan Lee makes legendary return to Bassmaster Elite Series
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Former back-to-back Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic champion Jordan Lee is headed back to the Bassmaster Elite Series in 2024. Lee will return to the Elites via a Legend’s spot in the field, which opened when Larry Nixon announced his retirement.
In just five...
Crafternoon at the Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - Paint, hot glue and other crafting supplies lined the tables, crafters and hobbyists filtered in and Crafternoon was underway at the Cullman County Public Library (CCPL) on a recent Thursday afternoon. As part of its community outreach, in addition to monthly...
Cullman Regional welcomes Kurt Blake, MD to Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Board-certified rheumatologist Kurt Blake, MD has joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Blake attended medical school at the University of West Indies, followed by his residency at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and fellowship at University of Alabama at Birmingham.
He provides care...
CCSO employees receive free haircuts from local duo
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office said two local barbers/stylists reached out saying they wanted to give back to local law enforcement.
They did just that.
Sheriff Matt Gentry said the two young men, Issac Ludwig and Dustin Moore, wanted to do something nice...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville tops Cold Springs 62-43, Lady Eagles pull away to win 64-26
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Eagles of Cold Springs traveled to Hanceville’s Lane Horton Gymnasium for a pair of varsity matchups with the Bulldogs Tuesday night. After a tight first half, the Lady Eagles pulled away from the Lady Bulldogs in the second half to...
Cullman woman 3rd person charged with capital murder in death of Noah Waters
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman woman was arrested Tuesday, Nov. 14, after being indicted for capital murder during first-degree robbery and capital murder during first- or second-degree arson.
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) said deputies arrested Charity Dawn Hutton, 33.
The indictments stemmed from a...
CCBOE recognizes faculty, staff, former students
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its meeting on Nov. 9, the Cullman County School Board recognized a handful of individuals for their service and dedication to Cullman County Schools.
E5 Exceptional Award recipients have to be nominated by a coworker or faculty or staff member for...
Remembering Danny McAfee
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local businessman Danny McAfee, of Cullman Cabinet & Supply Company, was laid to rest this month. McAfee was remembered as a community leader and visionary who championed Cullman’s growth and development.
McAfee held seats on numerous community boards, including the Cullman...
Car show raises over $5K for Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. – A cloudy chill and slight morning drizzle were no match for Cullman’s car community Saturday, Nov. 11, as the 37th Annual Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show coaxed residents out of their warm homes to gaze at cars,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont Eagles, Lady Eagles collect wins over St. Bernard
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles and Lady Eagles hosted a pair of varsity matchups against St. Bernard Monday night and both Vinemont squads collected a pair of wins. Vinemont took the varsity girls’ game 67-29 and in the varsity boys’ contest, the Eagles...
Ivey awards nearly $17.5M for improvement projects; Cullman County to receive $500K
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $17.5 million to provide improvements in 44 Alabama towns, cities and counties. The Community Development Block Grants (CDBGs) will enable local governments to pave or resurface roads, eliminate blight and drainage problems, improve water or...
‘The Nutcracker’ to be performed at Wallace State Nov. 17-19
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College's Allegro Dance Theatre will partner with Ballet South and the Cullman Community Young Singers to present the beloved classic, “The Nutcracker,” for three performances at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. Audiences will have the opportunity to experience...
Students compete in 2023 FCCLA County Sweet Potato Cook-Off
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, various county school students met at the Alabama Farm Credit headquarters in Cullman for the FCCLA County Sweet Potato Cook-off. The event was sponsored by the Cullman Sweet Potato Growers Association, Cullman Farm-City, Pat Floyd, Doris...
Cullman County’s Ryleigh Jordan places in Alabama National Fair Youth Sheep Show
Alabama National Fair preserves decades of tradition
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Smells of fresh pine shavings and a buzz of excitement hung in the air around Teague Arena as youth showmen and their parents prepared for the 70th Alabama National Fair. Exhibitors from across the state...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman, Good Hope collect wins at Veterans Day Classic
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats and the Good Hope Raiders were on the court at Tom Drake Coliseum Saturday to compete in this year’s Veteran's Day Classic and both local squads returned home with wins. Cullman won a close game over Plainview 51-46...
WSCC Dental Hygiene students showcase clinical research presentations
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students in the Wallace State Community College Dental Hygiene program recently showcased their clinical research presentations in the Bailey Center Auditorium. After months of preparation and research, the students were able to display their hard work to an audience of peers...
Files from yesteryear: 1936, 1950
From the files of 1936
Joe C. Sapp spent Monday in Birmingham.
Coroner J. Grady Moss has a sprained ankle.
Professor and Mrs. Joe Ray, of Hanceville, were in Cullman on Saturday.
Mrs. Conrad Howard and Miss Trichel Cordes spent Tuesday in Birmingham.
Doctor and Mrs. C.E. Herrin...
Arrowhead RV Park hosting Thanksgiving food drive through Nov. 22
CRANE HILL, Ala. - This Thanksgiving season, one local business is giving back to the community in the way it feels is most needed. Arrowhead RV Park is collecting food items to distribute across the county to bless families in need for Thanksgiving.
Property and...
Cullman Regional, Cullman Regional Foundation grant $250K to Good Samaritan Health Clinic
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional and Cullman Regional Foundation each approved $125,000 grants to the Good Samaritan Health Clinic for a total contribution of $250,000. The one-time grant is in addition to Cullman Regional’s annual donation of more than $1.2 million in cash and...
United Way names Stephanie Childers executive director
CULLMAN, Ala. – At its largest fundraiser of the year, Designer Bag Bingo, on Thursday evening, Nov. 9, 2023, the United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) announced Stephanie Childers as its new executive director. Childers is currently serving as the UWCC’s resource development &...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Addison’s season ends with 32-20 loss to Pickens County
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Pickens County Tornadoes in the first round of the 1A state playoffs at A.G. Hicks Stadium and in what turned out to be a fairly evenly played game, the host team came away on the short end 32-20. ...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: John Carroll upends Fairview 22-14
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – It was a cold, rainy night inside Fairview’s Dafford Smith Stadium Friday night as the Aggies hosted the John Carroll Cavaliers in the first round of the Class 5A state playoffs. It was the first-ever meeting between the two teams, and...
Veteran spotlight: Clarence Benefield
In celebration of Veterans Day, Tribune reporter Cayla Grace Murphy sat down with veterans at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 for rapid-fire interviews. The Tribune will be publishing an interview every week for November.
Clarence Benefield
United States Air Force Reserve 1965-1968
Deployment: Vietnam
CGM: What do...
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail thanks community for prayers and positivity
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – While Thursday’s Hanceville City Council meeting was short and sweet, Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail utilized a packed council chamber to make a brief statement of gratitude to those in attendance and in the community of Hanceville at large concerning the support...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Meek drops round 1 matchup at South Lamar 32-14
MILLPORT, Ala. – The Tigers of Meek traveled to Millport to face South Lamar Friday night and after taking an early lead, the Stallions rallied from behind to defeat the Tigers 32-14 and advance to round two.
The first score of the game came on...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Vinemont drops round 1 matchup at Sylvania 41-0
SYLVANIA, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to face the Rams in the first round of the AHSAA playoffs and got shutout 41-0.
Vinemont kept it close in the first quarter, trailing just 7-0 going into the second but the Rams scored on the first play of...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Arab falls to No. 5 Leeds in opening round 33-7
LEEDS, Ala. – The Arabian Knights traveled to take on No. 5 Leeds in the opening round of the 5A state playoffs Friday night, but the Greenwave was too much for the Knights to handle and Arab’s season came to an end with a...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman’s season ends with 49-6 loss at No. 2 Clay-Chalkville
CLAY, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats hit the road and traveled to the home of No. 2 Clay-Chalkville for the opening round of the 6A state playoffs Friday night and unfortunately for the black & gold, the Cougars were in control of the game...
Wagon Trail Med-Serv gives AMCC update
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama residents have been patiently waiting and biding their time until the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) attempts to issue Integrated Facility Licenses for the third time. Throughout 2023, there have been two separate holds placed on awarding licensing in the...
Hanceville teen killed in hit-and-run crash; ALEA seeking information
Update: 11/13/23
The single-vehicle crash involving a bicyclist that occurred at 6:46 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9, claimed the life of a Hanceville man.
According to ALEA, Dakota R. Lamons, 19, was fatally injured when the bicycle that he was operating was struck by a vehicle.
After...
Watwood named new principal of Hanceville Middle School
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County School Board at its Nov. 9, 2023, meeting approved Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette's recommendation to hire Elizabeth Watwood as the next principal of Hanceville Middle School. Watwood replaces Dr. Kellie Tanner, who was recently named the school improvement/EL...
Baileyton decking the halls – well, Hwy. 69 – Nov. 27
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Town of Baileyton is set to deck the halls – well, the light poles lining Alabama Highway 69, in preparation for the upcoming holiday season on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023.
Mayor Windell Calloway said plans have been put in place to...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: West Point falls in opening round at No. 2 Ramsay 50-0
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The West Point Warriors traveled to Birmingham Thursday night to battle No. 2 Ramsay at Legion Field and the Rams were in control from the opening whistle. Ramsay built a 28-0 lead in the first quarter, stretched it to 50-0 by...
City of Cullman breaks ground on OmniPlex Sports and Civic Center
CULLMAN, Ala. — The City of Cullman broke ground Thursday morning, Nov. 9, 2023, on the new OmniPlex Sports and Civic Center. The venue will be located adjacent to the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center and opposite the Field of Miracles in southwest Cullman.
"This...
Ivey issues statewide ‘No Burn Order’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed a statewide Drought Emergency Declaration – often referred to as a “No Burn Order” – prohibiting all outdoor burning in Alabama. This order is effective Nov. 9, 2023. at 8 a.m. CST.
“Alabama is currently experiencing extremely dry...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: 7 local teams preparing to kick off round 1
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The 2023 AHSAA State football playoffs are here, and we have seven local teams preparing to compete in round one.
Addison vs. Pickens County (Class 1A)
The Addison Bulldogs split their first four games of the regular season, but then racked up six...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats open season with 85-50 win over Hayden, Lady Broncos earn OT win
CULLMAN, Ala. – Basketball has returned to Bearcat Arena for another season and Cullman opened up its season with a matchup against Hayden Tuesday night. The ‘Cats led by just one at the end of the opening period, but several scorers got hot as...
See ‘Little Satchmo’ at Wallace State Nov. 9
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The second of five films in the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Films to be shown at Wallace State Community College may pique your interest even if you aren’t a fan of jazz music.
Emmy Award-winning documentary “Little Satchmo” tells the story...
‘We’re going to make it home’: Cold Springs High cuts ribbon on new gymnasium
BREMEN, Ala. – Tuesday was a special day at Cold Springs High School. After nearly two years of working and waiting, Cold Springs High celebrated the opening of its new gymnasium with a ribbon cutting and the new facility was packed with students and...
‘We have a lot of great veterans to honor in Cullman County’
Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration salutes local veterans
VINEMONT, Ala. – Skies were clear, a pale cerulean and perfect for flight on Saturday morning, Nov. 4, 2023, as hundreds filled the pavement at Cullman Regional Airport to honor, celebrate and recognize the more than 7,000...
WSCC Volleyball wins ACCC Championship, heading to national tournament
MOBILE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Volleyball won their 14th conference title in 15 seasons and their 24th overall in a hard-fought battle against Enterprise State Community College at the Alabama Community College Conference/National Junior College Gulf South District Tournament over the weekend...
Pumpkin painting to ring in the fall at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Students from grades 3-5 at East Elementary School celebrated the arrival of fall recently be decorating their own pumpkins, as part of a harvest-themed art project at the Cullman city elementary school.
The East Elementary PTO provided pumpkins, and students had the...
St. Bernard Prep students unite in spiritual display with Living Balloon Rosary
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a heartfelt demonstration of unity and faith, students at St. Bernard Preparatory School recently participated in a unique and inspiring event, the Living Balloon Rosary. Led by Sr. Therese Lopez, director of Campus Ministry, the school community gathered to form...
St. Bernard hosting exclusive Kansas City Barbeque Society Judging/Table Judging Classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Attention, barbecue connoisseurs and holiday shoppers! St. Bernard Preparatory School is thrilled to announce that it will be the ultimate destination for barbecue expertise as it hosts a Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) Judging Class and Table Judging Class at the...
Preparing pets for freezing temps: Indoors and outdoors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Summer feels like it was gone in the blink of an eye and Cullman locals woke up this week to frigid temps and frosty air. Residents are breaking out heavy coats and winter shoes, swapping tank tops for hoodies and Crocs...
CHS seniors have Zoom meeting with Congressman Aderholt
CULLMAN, Ala. – Seniors at Cullman High School met with U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023.
Aderholt’s office issued the following statement:
“Mr. Lawayne Morton’s senior U.S. Government class at Cullman High School took a lot of interest in the three week...
Gold Rush Jewelers opens in new location
CULLMAN, Ala. – A local, family owned business known for its elegant jewelry and watches, Gold Rush Jewelers held a ribbon-cutting ceremony recently at its new location.
The jewelry store has been in business since 1982 and is owned by Cullman’s Dwight and Ann...
Files from yesteryear: 1916, 1920
From the files of 1916
W. Tom Vandiver spent Monday in Birmingham.
The Honorable George Parker spent Wednesday at Brilliant.
A dance was enjoyed at the Growlers Club rooms on Friday night.
Mrs. A. Dreher will entertain at the Symphony Club on November 23rd.
Claud Griffin spent the first...
Well Water Quality Workshop set for Nov. 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Cooperative Extension System – Private Well Program is offering a free workshop through the Cullman County and Blount County Extension Offices on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. at the Hanceville Civic Center. The Well Water Quality Workshop will...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview handles Randolph in regular season finale 41-7
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After dropping their region finale to Russellville last Friday night, the Fairview Aggies bounced back in their regular season finale at home against Randolph Friday night. It might have been cold at Dafford Smith Stadium, but Fairview's running game sure wasn't, and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison caps regular season with 44-6 win over Shoals Christian
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Shoals Christian Flame for their last regular season and region game. With both teams already securing a playoff spot, this game was strictly for seeding. An Addison win would guarantee them second place in the region and give them the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont pulls away to top Holly Pond 40-24
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles were back home Friday night to wrap up the regular season against the rival Holly Pond Broncos and it took a pair of late scores for the Eagles to pull away for good and defeat the Broncos on...
St. Bernard Prep Shadow Day: Discover life as a Saint!
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard is inviting interested students to experience a day in the life of a Saint through our Shadow Day program! Admissions Director Meg Glover encourages families to participate in a Shadow Day to see if St. Bernard is for them.
“It's...
WSCC hosting ‘Salute to United States Veterans’ featuring Concert Band, Jazz Band Nov. 9
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Concert Band and Jazz Band will perform their “Salute to United States Veterans” on Thursday, Nov. 9, in the Recital Hall of the Burrow Center for Fine and Performing Arts. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. Admission...
Chef Tillman
Local student-turned-chef hosting fundraiser for Flourish
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tillman Oldacre, or as his online following might know him, Chef Tillman, is a student at West Elementary who plans on making this holiday season a bit sweeter for clients of Flourish of Cullman. Selling his...
19th annual WSCC Student Investment Luncheon raises over $373K
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – As Wallace State Community College (WSCC) transitions into planning for spring semester, the highly anticipated event of the fall season went off without a hitch on Thursday morning, Nov. 2, 2023. The 19th annual Student Investment Luncheon saw hundreds of donors...
Veteran spotlight: Ronald ‘Ron’ Creech
In celebration of Veterans Day, Tribune reporter Cayla Grace Murphy sat down with veterans at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 for rapid-fire interviews. The Tribune will be publishing an interview every week in November.
Ronald ‘Ron’ Creech
United States Army, Reserve 1978-1988, active duty 1988-1992
Deployments:...
PREP FOOTBALL: Tigers drop regular season finale to Oakman 69-26
ARLEY, Ala. – After collecting a road win over Cherokee last week,Meek returned home to Tiger Stadium Friday night to host its regular season finale against Oakman. Unfortunately for the home crowd, the Wildcats put together one of their best performances of the season...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville finishes season with 41-26 win at East Lawrence
TRINITY, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs capped off the 2023 season with a road matchup at East Lawrence Friday night and with the help of some turnovers on defense and several explosive plays from the offense, the Bulldogs were able to cap the year...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Rose Code’ by Kate Quinn
“The Rose Code” is an intriguing novel set with two timelines. One is in 1940 during the early years of World War II. The other is in 1947 after the war is over.
In 1940, three women are hired to work in Bletchley Park as codebreakers. They work with...
COLUMN: A slice full of memories
Decisions, decisions. What was I going to eat for supper? That’s always an important question for me, but today is a special day. Today was the first day that my taste has come back since I had Covid (my fourth time, by the way)....
Newcomers lead Auburn to 102-66 exhibition win over AUM
AUBURN, Ala. – With a trio of first-year Tigers combining for 47 points, Auburn tuned up for its season opener by defeating Auburn-Montgomery 102-66 Wednesday in an exhibition at Neville Arena.
Denver Jones made four 3-pointers and led Auburn with 18 points, Chad Baker-Mazara went 9-for-9 from the free-throw...
2023 Cullman Farm-City Banquet set for Nov. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. – Farm-City Week is just around the corner, and the Cullman Farm-City Committee has been hard at work through the year to bolster the idea that industries should work hand in hand to deepen the connection between rural farmers and urban workers...
Cullman City Council presents $600K to city school system, part of $6M commitment
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday presented a $600,000 check to Cullman City Schools, part of a long-term plan to help fund multiple construction and capital improvement projects in the system.
“A few years ago, in talking with the superintendent and the...
Childhaven holding benefit yard sale Nov. 2-3
CULLMAN, Ala. – Childhaven receives donations throughout the year, but at only half capacity currently, some of those remain in storage. Since fall 2022, Childhaven has aimed to shrink its storage bill and maximize liquid funds to continue providing care for the girls it...
STATE VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: No. 2 Arab falls to No. 1 Montgomery Academy in 5A State Finals
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After finishing as state runner ups just a season ago, the Lady Knights of Arab were back on the court at Bill Harris Arena competing for the 5A State Championship Wednesday. This time, they faced top-ranked Montgomery Academy, and they were...
Local talent: Raging Bones
WEST POINT, Ala. - At one point or another during adolescence, most children and teens dream of starting their band and making it to “the Big Time” with a group of friends rocking out and traveling the world playing music. Statistically, less than 1%...
‘Not everyone lives to tell their story’
CULLMAN, Ala. - “For my aunt we walk,” “Love does not hurt,” “Not everyone lives to tell their story.” Those were the words emblazoned on posterboard signs and affixed to the backs, wagons and hands of survivors and supporters alike on Saturday, Oct. 28,...
Cold weather coming: Heat your home safely
If you happen to live in areas that experience colder weather, it’s starting to get chilly and you may be turning your heat on. Heating equipment is a leading cause of home fires in this country and the American Red Cross urges families to...
Wallace State Volleyball competing for ACCC Championship this weekend
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Volleyball will compete for a 14th conference title in 15 seasons and 24th overall in the Alabama Community College Conference/National Junior College Gulf South District Tournament this weekend in Mobile.
Standing in first place in the North Division, the Lions’ first...
Wallace State Cross Country teams win repeat conference championships
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State men’s and women’s cross country teams each won their sixth consecutive Alabama Community College Conference championships Friday at John Hunt Cross Country Park in Huntsville.
The men had seven runners in the top 10, finishing 23 points ahead of...
Op-Ed: Fear of the known
Work. It's something most of us have to do at least five days each week. However, for some the work week turns into a work month, which morphs into working nearly every day.
I'm not complaining as the profession that chose me suits all aspects...
Hanceville City Council discusses renovation of Hanceville dispatch office
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its regular meeting on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, the Hanceville City Council welcomed Hanceville Police Chief Joshua Howell, who shared exciting news about an upcoming revitalization to the HPD dispatch office.
“We’re going to revamp all of dispatch, which has been...
Jacobs proclaims November Home Care and Hospice Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs on Thursday, Oct. 26, proclaimed the month of November “Home Care and Hospice Month” in Cullman, urging residents to recognize and appreciate home care and hospice professionals in the community. On-hand to accept the proclamation from Jacobs from...
Files from yesteryear: 1954
From the files of 1954
Mrs. Cecil Looney, of Geraldine, was the guest last week of Mrs. Lois Weeks. Mrs. Weeks returned home with her for several days.
Mrs. Jimmy Duren, of Birmingham, spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. James E. Nail and Mr. and...
Chick-fil-A to re-open Nov. 2
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s almost time: find your best stretchy pants and cow print shirt because the highly anticipated grand re-opening of one of the county’s favorite chicken joints – Chick-fil-A (CFA) – is mere days away. After a long 19-week hiatus, the restaurant...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 6 Fairview falls at No. 10 Russellville 31-14
RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. – Fairview hit the road for a huge regional matchup at Russellville Friday night but unfortunately for Aggies fans, the Tigers were able to hand Fairview its first loss of the season 31-14.
The Tigers ended their opening possession with a field goal...
CCBOE approves contract for new systemwide security system
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) held a special-called board meeting on Oct. 25 during which it voted to enter into a contract with Spot.ai to upgrade to a systemwide security camera system over the next two years.
Superintendent Dr. Shane...
Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration set for Nov. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – With an estimated 7,000 (and that number is increasing) veterans in Cullman County, it can be hard to find a way that makes everyone feel seen, heard and appreciated on Veterans Day. Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Ken Brown, a mover...
Senior smiles: Witches and goblins and ghouls, OH MY!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Residents lined the sidewalk in wheelchairs and loungers, decked out in witches' hats and Halloween attire, beaming at the sight of superheroes, princesses and other-worldly creatures creeping into the parking lot of Woodland Village Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center (WVRHC) on Thursday,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope falls in season finale at Oneonta 55-42
ONEONTA, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders traveled to take on the Redskins in their final game of the regular season on Friday night and after a wild back-and-forth start to the first half, Oneonta started to pull away in the second quarter and ended up...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman caps regular season with 42-10 win over Etowah
CULLMAN, Ala. – After securing the fourth seed in the AHSAA 6A Region 7 standings and a spot in the playoffs, the Cullman Bearcats hosted the Etowah Blue Devils in their final regular season game Friday night. Cullman got off to a slow start,...
