Pet of the week: Moses
CULLMAN, Ala. – Moses, an approximately 2-year-old male chocolate lab with a deep brown coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Moses is a gentle giant, unassuming and quiet as a church mouse. He is quite savvy with a leash, with a...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Trust the process’: Holly Pond’s Molly Neal recaps junior season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Lady Bronco are coming off another solid season on the diamond as they finished runners-up in the area tournament and qualified for Regionals. One of this year’s seniors, Molly Neal recapped that season and talked about what...
WSCC Alumni Association offering two holiday themed trips
While Christmas is more than three months away, the Wallace State Alumni Association is getting in the holiday spirit with two trips for the season.
The first is a one-day trip to Greenbrier, Tenn., to Fiddle Dee Farms where visitors will be entertained by the...
‘Good Hope is special, because you’ll always have a friend’: Good Hope’s Raigan Easterwood talks Raider years
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Raigan Easterwood had a great time being involved in so many different clubs and learned so much during that time.
"Being a part of so many clubs prepared me for college in so many different ways. The Youth...
A Remarkable Start to the School Year at Saint Bernard Prep
The Saint Bernard Prep School community celebrated the successful completion of the first week of the school year with a heartfelt email from Headmaster, Phoung Nguyen. He expressed his gratitude and excitement for the enriching activities and engaging interactions that took place among the...
PREP SPORTS: ‘It’s like one big family’: Vinemont’s Anna Kline looks back on Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Vinemont’s Anna Kline about some of her favorite memories during her time playing sports for the Eagles.
"Softball helped me and my sister have a closer bond. I've played basketball my whole life and made many...
5 Auburn Tigers voted to Preseason Coaches All-SEC Football Team
AUBURN, Ala. – Five Auburn Tigers, representing offense, defense and special teams, earned recognition on the 2023 Preseason Coaches All-Southeastern Conference Football Team, the SEC announced Tuesday.
Running back Jarquez Hunter, tight end Luke Deal, offensive lineman Kam Stutts, defensive back Nehemiah Pritchett and punter...
PREP BOWLING: ‘Keep God first in everything you do’: Fairview’s Madison Kovar reflects on Aggie years
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview’s Madison Kovar was a part of the Aggies bowling team for two years and was in the FCCLA, Student Council, and the Key Club during her time at Fairview High School. She had an amazing experience being a part of...
7th annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival returning Sept. 9-10
CULLMAN, Ala. - Get ready to indulge in a weekend of mouthwatering barbecue, lively music and vibrant arts at the seventh annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival, hosted by St. Bernard. Mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 9, and Sunday, Sept. 10, as Cullman...
Council recognizes WildWater international students
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday recognized a group of international students who have worked at WildWater this summer. Earlier this year, the city was approved as a host city for the J-1 Visa Program through a partnership with the Council...
‘An historic day’
Wallace State hosts grand opening, announces $48.8M in capital investments
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In what President Dr. Vicki Karolewics described as an historic day, Wallace State Community College on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, celebrated the grand opening of the $8.8 million Center of Welding Technology...
PREP CHEER: ‘Be a team others look up to’: Holly Pond’s Jaycie Pitts excited for upcoming cheer season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond eighth grader Jaycie Pitts will be heading into her second year as a middle school cheerleader and has enjoyed the experience so far. She has learned so much from the girls and from her coach so far.
"The experience...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘Enjoy every moment’: Hanceville’s Makenzie Twilley recaps sophomore season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Hanceville Lady Bulldogs volleyball team improved quite a bit last season and upcoming junior Makenzie Twilley talked about that experience, plus what it was like to play alongside some great teammates.
"I feel like we definitely improved from the years before....
U.S. AMATEUR CHAMPION! Alabama’s Nick Dunlap wins 123rd United States Amateur Championship
CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE, Colo. – Alabama men’s golfer Nick Dunlap outlasted Ohio State’s Neal Shipley 4&3 to claim the 2023 United States Amateur Championship. In doing so, Dunlap joins former great Jerry Pate as the only two Crimson Tide golfers to bring the hardware back...
Editorial: The great debate…back to the basics for the 2024 Primary Election
Ah, yes it’s the time of year when politicians and those with political aspirations fill out paperwork as they prepare for the upcoming election cycle. It’s also a perfect opportunity to bring those candidates and elected officials together for traditional debates to find out...
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: 10 treks through the Tree Museum
Whether you are moseying around the “mirror lake,” waddling with the ducks, rumbling with the train, power walking or pussyfooting, here are:
10 TERRIFIC TREKS THROUGH THE SPORTSMAN LAKE TREE MUSEUM
YAPPY HOUR HIKE with your mutt, also your dog—Sportsman Lake Park has a doggone great...
Wallace State to host grand opening of Centers for Welding and Innovation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host a grand opening for its Center for Welding Technology and Innovation Center on Monday, Aug. 21, at 10 a.m. Several capital investment projects will also be announced as part of the festivities.
“We are excited to...
Cullman County Youth Football Jamboree scoring recap
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Cullman County Youth Football season officially kicks off next week but our local youth squads got a chance to play jamboree games at Vinemont High School Friday and Saturday to prepare before the regular season gets underway.
Friday, Aug. 18
Fireplug: Vinemont 18 - Fairview...
Files from yesteryear: 1920, 1930
From the files of 1920
The new sheriff of Cullman County appointed by Governor Thomas E. Kilby is Mr. J.W. Lambert of the Welti Community. Mr. Lambert is 37 years old, was born and reared in Carroll County, Georgia. Mr. Lambert’s family is composed of...
WSCC: Grants have supplied much needed support to college, students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - When Wallace State Community College conducts its grand opening of the Center for Welding Technology and Innovation Center on Monday, Aug. 21, college officials will have many people to thank for helping make it a reality.
“We are extremely grateful for everyone...
Cullman Savings Bank to open new drive-through location with retail space, boutique hotel
CULLMAN, Ala. – A new Cullman Savings Bank building will open later this year, and it will have some unique features. Not only will it serve as the bank’s new drive-through location, the building will also have three retail spaces, along with a second-floor,...
Confederate group donates $800 to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Aug. 17, members of the local camp of the Sons of Confederate Veterans (Thomas Jefferson Denney Camp #1442) presented two checks to Steven Sutter, director of Cullman Caring for Kids.
The camp won a community service award at the SCV’s Division...
Hope Horses fundraiser: ‘Our goal is to sell 500 plates’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. is known for benefiting individuals with special physical, social, cognitive and emotional needs through adaptive therapeutic riding, building core strength, fine and gross motor skills, socialization and confidence. The group is hosting a barbecue fundraiser on...
County schools get new school buses; board recognizes Cold Springs FCCLA
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its regular board meeting Thursday afternoon, talked about the system’s new school buses and recognized the Cold Springs High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA).
The system purchased 51 new school...
‘I’m humbled and I’m proud of what we do’
Darrell Haynes nominated for Southeastern Farmer of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – Every year the Sunbelt Ag Expo selects a Farmer of the Year from each Southeastern state and recognizes them at the Sunbelt Ag Expo, where the overall winner is announced. Cullman County’s Darrell...
PREP CHEER: ‘Supporting your teammates leads to a successful and fulfilling cheerleading experience’: Cullman’s Siddalee Drake ready for upcoming cheer season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman senior cheerleader Siddalee Drake has had an amazing experience on the Bearcats cheer team so far and has learned so much from her fellow cheerleaders.
"It's been an amazing experience and I'm so glad I get to experience it with the...
‘It makes you realize that what you do absolutely matters’
Volunteers support library cleanup
CULLMAN, Ala. – Since the Cullman County Public Library sustained storm damage last week, community members have been rallied to help with cleanup.
"This is just part of our community and our heritage, and it's just important that we take care of...
Wideman, Richard join Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two board-certified OB-GYN physicians, John Wideman and Thomas Richard, have joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Wideman attended medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, followed by his residency at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans. He has...
PREP SPORTS: ‘You have to encourage and build others up’: Vinemont’s Jana Harbison recaps junior year
VINEMONT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Vinemont volleyball player and cheerleader Jana Harbison about her junior year as an Eagle and what she’s looking forward to for the upcoming school year. Last season, the Lady Eagles volleyball team posted a 24-13...
St. Bernard embarks on promising new school year
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Bernard Prep began classes for the 2023-24 academic year on Aug. 14, 2023, with great enthusiasm and a vibrant community of 124 eager students. The campus buzzed with excitement as students from around the world, including Brazil, Spain and China, converged...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘We should always play for the Lord’: Good Hope’s Campbell Koch recaps freshman season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders are coming off a solid 2023 softball season and freshman Campbell Koch talked about what it was like playing alongside some great teammates throughout the year. A lot of younger girls will be on varsity...
Cullman Swim & Dive Team celebrates record-breaking season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim and Dive Team held its end of the season banquet at Loft 212 Sunday Aug. 13 and at the banquet, each swimmer and diver was recognized with a trophy for how many years they have competed in the program. State...
City school board announces plans for new facilities, accepts donation from police
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board on Tuesday, Aug. 15, unveiled plans for a new intermediate school, pre-K school and athletic upgrades. (See the full story on these plans at www.cullmantribune.com/2023/08/15/new-era-for-cullman-city-schools) The board also accepted a $3,000 donation from the Cullman Fraternal...
North Alabama Agriplex Harvest to Home dinner Sept. 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is set to host its annual Harvest to Home fundraiser dinner on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, at the William F. Peinhardt Conference Center at Wallace State Community College.
Doors open at 5 p.m., with a silent auction beginning...
Library continues to clean up storm damage
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cleanup continues at the downtown branch of the Cullman County Public Library, where windowpanes were blown out and the south-facing wall sustained impact damage, toppling tall, heavy bookshelves in a severe storm on Aug. 7, 2023.
Circulation Manager Laura Benton described what...
‘Practice makes perfect’: Vinemont’s Kimberly Wilt remembers Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. -- I talked to Vinemont senior Kimberly Wilt in this interview and she talked about being a part of some great clubs, plus getting to know some great people in those clubs and in the band.
"It was a great experience being able...
Pet show at Ag Center ends early due to heat
CULLMAN, Ala. – South Alabama Sand Boas ended its recent two-day Exotic Pet Expo at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center early due to excessive heat in the building, which is not air conditioned. Some vendors left on the first day, citing concerns for...
‘New era’ for Cullman City Schools
Cullman City Schools outlines Intermediate School plan, pre-K school, athletic upgrades
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman City Schools is looking toward its next phase of growth, mapping out early plans for both a combined intermediate school and a dedicated pre-K school. The district is also eyeing...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Effective communication on the floor is very important’: West Point’s Camryn Faulkner talks freshman season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors are coming off another solid season in which they won win another area championship and advances to the Sub-Regionals. Freshman Camryn Faulkner recapped that season and talked about what it was like playing with this...
Cullman council holds hearing on zoning ordinance
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its meeting Monday night held a public hearing regarding changes to the City’s zoning ordinance.
Cullman City Attorney Luke Satterfield spoke in favor of the modification, Ordinance no. 2023-29, during the hearing. “We want to get our...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Take charge and be a leader on and off the court’: West Point’s Jaelyn Faulkner recaps freshman season
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Lady Warriors had another pretty successful basketball season last year as they ended up taking home the area championship and made yet another trip to Sub-Regionals. Jaelyn Faulkner will be a sophomore this upcoming season and learned a lot...
Good Hope celebrating #CityHallSelfie Day Aug. 15
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The City of Good Hope will be participating in #CityHallSelfie Day on Tuesday, Aug. 15.
#CityHallSelfie Day is a celebration of public service showcasing pride in local government institutions. Every year since 2016, government employees, elected officials, members of the media...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Play to the speed of the game’: West Point’s Jay Lamar recaps sophomore season
WEST POINT, Ala. – In this interview, West Point junior Jay Lamar recapped his sophomore season on the hardwood, sharing what he learned and what it was like to play with a great group of teammates.
"Last year didn't go as we would have hoped....
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘Be great people on and off the court’: Holly Pond’s Madi Brown recaps junior year
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond senior volleyball player Madi Brown moved to Holly Pond last year and the change was nothing new to her, coming from a military family. She talked about her junior volleyball season, what it was like playing with the...
‘The chemistry within our band is incredible’: Fairview’s Gracen McCowan talks upcoming band season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior drum major Gracen McCowan will be going into her sixth and final year as a member of the Aggie band and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite experiences she’s made during that time.
"It's been such an...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Diamond Eye’ by Kate Quinn
Kate Quinn has done it again! After authoring numerous gripping novels about women in World War II, she does not disappoint with “Diamond Eye.” It is based on the true story of Lyudmila Pavlichenko, a sniper for the Russian Army during the German invasion....
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: An Owl Called David Hockney
Whooo, some readers are asking is David Hockney? In the TREE MUSEUM, the nationally accredited arboretum, at Sportsman Lake Park (Cullman County), David Hockney is a Barred Owl whooo lives in the Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary. D.H. looks something like a certain, talented, world-famous...
PREP SPORTS: ‘We play for each other’: West Point’s Laklin Shadix recaps 8th grade seasons
WEST POINT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to West Point freshman Laklin Shadix about last year’s volleyball and basketball seasons. She learned a lot playing alongside some great teammates and coaches.
"I feel last season was tough, considering we were a young team...
Baileyton talks park cameras, new town monument
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Baileyton Town Council met Thursday evening, and main items discussed included cameras and a new monument.
According to Mayor Windell Calloway, the monument that was located in front of the post office is being rebuilt. The monument is dedicated to veterans...
Files from yesteryear: 1930
From the files of 1930
Presidents of the various organizations on the Cullman County High School campus are Boys Council – Juel Lee, Girls Council – Myrtle Wise, Senior Class – Carl Peinhardt, Junior Class – Nelle Hurston, Sophomore Class – Bruce Wallace, Freshman Class...
Wagon Trail Med-Serv denied license by AMCC
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) on Thursday, Aug. 10, met to reissue Integrated Facility Licenses. Back on Friday, June 16, it held an emergency meeting and put a hold on the licenses that it issued the previous Monday, June 12....
HPD set to host Kids’ Night Out in September
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Police Department (HPD) is set to host Kids’ Night Out, an outreach event designed to familiarize the youngest members of our community with law enforcement and other local heroes on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, from 6-9 p.m. at C.W....
Wallace State student 1st to earn 4.0 GPA in UAB/WSCC Joint Enrollment program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For the first time since the UAB/WSCC Joint Enrollment program began, a student has graduated with a 4.0 grade point average (GPA) from both Wallace State Community College and the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Recent graduate Judith “Judy” Jackson accomplished this...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Cullman is my home away from home’: Cullman’s Shayley Vogelaar reflects on Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Cullman soccer player Shayley Vogelaar and she shared some of her favorite memories from her Bearcat days. One of her favorite things was the opportunity to play alongside some great seniors.
"Some of my favorite memories...
The Caring Foundation supports that Wallace State smile
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announces receipt of a grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and The Caring Foundation for the Dental Clinic run by the college’s Dental health programs.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and The Caring Foundation’s mission...
PREP SOCCER: ‘Help others without expecting anything in return’: West Point’s Gigi Metrock talks sophomore season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- Last season was a special one for the West Point Lady Warriors, finishing with a school-record number of wins and junior Gigi Metrock talked about what she learned during that run last season.
"I feel very proud of how our last...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Always do your part for the team’: Fairview’s Lexi Golden recaps sophomore season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – In this interview, I spoke to Fairview junior basketball player Lexi Golden, and she recapped her sophomore season and talked about what she learned. She got to play alongside some great teammates and has learned a lot during her time on...
More than 100 recognized at WSCC Nursing pinning ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recognized more than 100 students at the Department of Nursing Education’s August pinning ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 3. The event was historic in several ways, including having the highest number of mobility students graduating from the program...
PREP CHEER: ‘You see a family, not just a cheer team’: West Point’s Cole Riggs ready for senior season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior Cole Riggs will be going into his third and final year on the Warriors’ varsity squad and talked about the amazing experience he's had so far.
"Well, my first year was a difficult challenge with my role on...
South Vinemont approves new accounting software, Transportation Plan
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday evening approved the purchase of new accounting software, as well as the Town’s Rebuild Alabama Transportation Plan for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.
The council approved the purchase of software from CSA Software Solutions for...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Everyone cared for each other’: West Point’s Kaedince Cagle talks Warrior years
WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to West Point cheerleader and soccer player Kaedince Cagle about her years at West Point High School and she shared some of her favorite memories made on and off the field.
"My favorite memory from cheerleading...
Cullman Regional honors Gudger
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional on Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023, presented a plaque to Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, to honor his achievements in the Alabama Legislature and to show appreciation for what it said is his continued dedication to the Cullman community’s economic growth.
Gudger...
Study says Cullman Co. workers commute 25.8 minutes on average
CULLMAN, Ala. – A recent study revealed that the average commute to work for workers from Cullman County is 25.8 minutes.
The website Stacker “compiled a list of counties with the worst commutes in Alabama, using 2021 data from the Census Bureau. Counties are ranked...
PREP SOCCER: ‘You have to work with everyone involved to accomplish what needs to get done’: Cullman’s Mimi Lunsford reflects on Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cullman’s Mimi Lunsford talked about her time playing soccer for the Bearcats and she shared some of the many memories she made during those years.
"Although all the games and trips were some of the best...
Updated list of community storm shelters
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has provided a list of available storm shelters for inclement weather. If you are not in a substantial structure, please go to a shelter. For the safety of shelter occupants, especially small children, please do...
‘It’s an unbelievable economic impact’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Rock the South has been making waves not only for its music lineup, but also for its impact on the local community and economy. Cullman City Councilman Clint Hollingsworth said the festival has significant financial benefits for Cullman County.
"Rock the South...
Prayer and Pledge Ride rolls through county
CULLMAN, Ala. – The weather was hot and humid on Saturday morning as motorcyclists donning black leather climbed on their bikes and headed out to the far reaches of the county. The pack of riders, with the first bike flying an American flag, sped...
Auburn University announces fans can roll two Auburn Oaks at Toomer’s Corner this fall
AUBURN, Ala. – For the first time in several years, the famed Auburn Oaks at Toomer’s Corner are again ready to roll.
The decision to allow rolling of the large oaks was made recently after years of Auburn University asking fans to hold off on doing...
PREP CHEER: ‘Push through together as a team’: West Point’s MaciJo Simpson ready for junior season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point’s MaciJo Simpson is preparing for her junior season as a varsity cheerleader, and she talked about the experience she’s gained in that time. She has gotten the chance to cheer alongside some amazing girls and has soaked up...
Holly Pond Town Council considers concerns about new recycling facility
HOLLY POND, Ala. – At the Holly Pond Town Council meeting Monday evening, Councilwoman Julie Ray raised concerns about the town’s new metal recycling facility BNF metals. The facility received its business license on June 6, 2023 and officially opened on June 16, a month...
Downtown library damaged by storm
CULLMAN, Ala. - A line of severe storms on Monday, Aug. 7, 2023, caused widespread power outages with fallen trees and downed power lines, as well as structural damage to many homes and businesses through the area. One building in particular that serves as...
‘Great band members come in all forms’: Cold Springs’ Addison Raymond excited for upcoming band season
ADDISON, Ala. – Rising Sophomore Addison Raymond will be going into her fourth year in Cold Springs' band and has had an amazing experience during that time. She has learned so much from some great band members.
"I've had an overall great experience. It's a...
1 killed in motorcycle wreck Sunday night
CULLMAN, Ala. -- One person was killed when a motorcycle and a truck crashed Sunday evening, Aug. 6, 2023.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said Kristian Gage Walker, 25, of Cullman, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Kilpatrick said the crash happened at the intersection of Main Avenue...
Auburn ‘impossible to turn down’ for pitching coach Everett Teaford
AUBURN, Ala. – Weighing 140 pounds when his college baseball career began, Everett Teaford's name was not found on lists of major league prospects but that didn't stop him from pitching in the big leagues.
"I've been the underdog," said Teaford, who played parts of...
‘Making lasting connections with your peers and teachers will help you immensely’: Vinemont’s Sadie Land reflects on Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Vinemont’s Sadie Land, and she talked about her experience being a part of some great clubs as well as some of her favorite memories.
"I really liked having leadership opportunities in the clubs I participated in....
WSCC celebrates Dental Assisting Class of 2023
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Family and friends gathered on Monday, July 31, 2023, to watch as students from the Wallace State Community College Dental Assisting program walked across the stage of the James Bailey Center Auditorium, marking their successful completion of the program that has...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – The adult ABCs of trees
THE “F-WORD” of THE ADULT ABCs of TREES is, I’m not freakin’ joking—FOOD CHAIN. (Yes, I know, I KNOW…FOOD CHAIN is two words.) Last week in a kid’s celebration of the new Sportsman Lake Tree Museum, THE ABCs of TREES rostered APPLE trees, BUTTERFLIES,...
Books reviews from CCPLS readers
Readers who frequent the Cullman County Public Library System share reviews of some of their recently read books.
Submission date: July 21
Reviewer: Jeanette Eakin
Title: “Agents of Babylon”
Author: Dr. David Jeremiah
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Thoughts about the book: Wonderful to read how a teenager (Daniel)...
‘We are planting good seeds daily’
‘Planted’: Link set to host 2nd annual gala
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County is set to host its second annual gala, "Planted," on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, starting at 6 p.m. at The Venue at Cotton Creek. The event aims to raise...
Files from yesteryear: 1950
From the files of 1950
Funeral services were held on Friday, at Hopewell for Mrs. Ruby Dial McNeal, who died in Birmingham, on November 16.
Reverend J. Gilbert Speake conducted the services and Mutual Service directed interment, in the Hopewell Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Louis Wamp, Kermit Gorham,...
More than 40 graduate WSCC Occupational Therapy Assistant program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 40 students were recognized Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023, for successfully completing the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program at Wallace State Community College.
“I would like to commend you all in your commitment in obtaining your dreams to pursue a degree...
CCBOE rolls out new communication tool
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) is rolling out an update to the Cullman County Schools mobile app, with the integration of Rooms, a two-way communication and messaging tool. With it, parents and students can interact with teachers, exchange messages,...
Cullman County Bosom Buddies set to host 4th annual Little Pink Dress Benefit
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation is set to host its fourth annual Little Pink Dress Benefit on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023, from 6-9 p.m. at Loft 212. Doors will open at 5:30 pm.
The event is the Bosom Buddies’ primary fundraiser...
PREP CHEER: ‘Always think positive things about yourself’: West Point’s Haylee Hernandez looking forward to senior season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior cheerleader Haylee Hernandez is heading into her third and final year as a varsity cheerleader and her first year as captain. She has had an amazing experience during her time on varsity so far and has learned...
Op-Ed: The quiet legacy of a quilter
As a sewist and quilter with over 15 years of experience, I have been called several times to adopt another quilter's "stash". A stash in the quilter community is a collection of material, trims, patterns, findings, even equipment and furniture, collected over a sewing...
Cullman City Schools ranked in top 5 in Alabama test scores
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is once again ranked among the best school systems in the state of Alabama.
The latest school system state assessment results have been released for districts across Alabama, and Cullman City Schools is ranked within the top 5 in...
‘We feel like there’s great things to come’
CCBOE hosts 2023 Institute
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) on Thursday hosted its annual Institute to kick off the 2023-2024 school year. Held at Northbrook Baptist Church, the event saw keynote speaker, author Andy Andrews, talk about the importance of...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘You need to keep your faith strong’: Holly Pond’s Kaylee Rohrscheib talks junior year
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Last season was a very special one for the Holly Pond Lady Broncos as they took home the area championship in volleyball and made it to Regionals in Huntsville. Upcoming senior Kaylee Rohrscheib talked about that incredible season and what...
PREP CHEER: ‘You have a second family’: West Point’s Emma Kimbril talks upcoming cheer season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point junior Emma Kimbril will be going into her third year on the varsity cheerleading squad and her first year as co-captain. She's had a blast up on varsity so far and she has learned so much from that...
Hanceville Elementary School cuts ribbon on new cafeteria, classrooms
HANCEVILLE, Ala. –Hanceville Elementary School on Tuesday afternoon debuted the new addition to its building that includes a new cafeteria and 15 new classrooms. Ground was broken in November 2021.
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette stated, “We're really excited to be able...
1 arrested, 1 suspect still at large in traffic incident
CULLMAN, Ala. – Early Tuesday morning patrol deputies from Morgan County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of two possibly stolen Polaris ATVs traveling recklessly on Interstate 65 South. The vehicles failed to yield to lights and sirens and attempted to elude, according to...
Cullman Savings Bank announces sponsorship of Caring for Cullman Concert
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Savings Bank on Tuesday presented a check to Jolanda Hutson of the Good Samaritan Health Clinic to help sponsor the medical charity’s annual fundraiser, the Caring for Cullman Concert.
“It's amazing to think that this is our seventh year hosting the...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Always have each other’s backs’: Fairview’s Emily Benson talks junior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies had a solid 2023 softball season, which saw them get within one game of making it to Regionals. Junior Emily Benson recapped that season and talked about what she learned. She played with some great teammates last...
Good Hope Middle School debuts new gym, library and office space
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Tuesday for the new Good Hope Middle School gymnasium, library and office space. Ground was broken on the project 18 months ago, and the facilities are ready in time to welcome students for the...
2023 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday members of the Alabama Sons of Liberty Riders, Christian Motorcycle Association and Cullman County Wranglers will host the 2023 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride. Riders visit all county schools, starting in the morning. Participants will visit each school's...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Give God all your problems, and He will make it all work out in the end’: Fairview’s Jayla Gorham talks junior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies are coming off another solid basketball season and junior Jayla Gorham talked about what she learned playing with her teammates and learned last year’s head coach Justin Billings.
"I felt that last season went very well. We started...
PREP CHEER: ‘Represent my school better in a positive way’: West Point’s Alli Tucker-Hillman talks upcoming cheer season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point junior cheerleader Alli Tucker-Hillman will be going into her third year on varsity this fall, and she shared some of what she’s learned from her teammates and coaches during that time.
"It's been good. I've had a great season...
‘Sound of Freedom’ sparks conversations about human trafficking
Task force chair talks about perceptions and realities of trafficking in north Alabama
CULLMAN, Ala. – Just a few weeks into its release, independent film “Sound of Freedom” has grossed almost $150 million, 10 times more than its budget, presenting what filmmakers say is an...
Cullman Oktoberfest opens T-shirt design contest to local students
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) is introducing a fresh twist to this year’s Oktoberfest T-shirt designs. This year, local students will compete by age groups as the festival aims to foster a sense of community and encourage budding artists...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Always keep a positive attitude and mindset’: West Point’s Hallie Wheeler recaps junior seasons
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior Hallie Wheeler learned a lot playing for both the Lady Warriors’ volleyball and basketball teams last season and she's had a blast playing with some great teammates. Last year was her first season on the varsity volleyball...
