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    CULLMAN – The Cullman County Commission on Aging along with the Better Business Bureau will be hosting Cullman County’s first ever Scam Jam / Health Fair on Aug. 28.  It is designed to educate the public on today’s scams, how to protect against fraud,  and what steps to take if fallen victim. The panel will consist of representatives from the...
    CULLMAN – This Saturday and Sunday, August 15, and 16, at Sportsman Lake Park in Cullman the first annual Native American Charity Pow Wow will be held. Organized by George “White Wolf” Teague, the event is a fundraiser for the Lighthouse located on Convent Road that is a transitional home for men. The family event will go on for two days....
    CULLMAN – Recently, Cullman County residents have received phone calls from certain individuals claiming they represented credit card companies, sweepstakes companies, and the IRS. They are asking for personal information and money. These phone calls are scams.  “We in law enforcement are trying to make the public aware of all the current scams by going to senior centers, using social...
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    CULLMAN – On Saturday, August 8, 2015, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested James Nicholas Davis, 32 years old of Bremen. Shandale Renae Cox, 22 of Cullman, was arrested by Hanceville Police Department (HPD). Both were arrested in connection to several thefts, and that occurred that day. HPD got into a car chase with Ms. Cox midday Saturday and...
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    CULLMAN – On Sunday, August 2, 2015, the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) arrested Roger Dale Marks, 65 years old of Logan, Ala.  Mr. Marks was arrested for Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 1st and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The arrest originated in Logan, Ala. where Mr. Marks was arrested at the scene for an outstanding warrant. Deputies discovered at the scene,...
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    CULLMAN – Cullman Regional Medical Center is proud to announce that Hospice of Cullman County recently held its annual Mega Cash Draw Down, which serves as a fundraiser benefiting indigent patient care. The event made more than $34,000 for Hospice of Cullman County.  This year’s auction featured lots of changes and excitement. From a new meal, donated by the CRMC Cafeteria Partner,...
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    CULLMAN – Cullman Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is pleased to welcome David Shupe, DO to the Medical Staff. A native of Kennesaw, Georgia, Dr. Shupe received his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012 from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Suwanee, Georgia after receiving his undergraduate degree in Biology from The University of Georgia in 2007. Dr. Shupe completed his...
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    CULLMAN – A structure fire just off of Hwy 69 South between Applebee's and the National Guard Armory has Cullman Fire and Rescue crews working quickly to extinguish the blaze. A collision involving one of the Fire and Rescue vehicles, located not far from the house fire has the department working two scenes. More information as it becomes available.
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    MONTGOMERY – Alabama’s 10th Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, and end at midnight on Sunday, Aug. 9. “This is a perfect opportunity for parents to purchase needed school supplies and get a tax break at the same time,” said State Revenue Commissioner Julie Magee. “This is a win-win situation for parents, shoppers and...
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    Bishop Robert Baker has been extremely encouraging and instrumental in helping this Grotto to be a place which has enriched the spiritual lives of those in his Diocese and all who visit the Shrine.” Jennifer Prybyla, Assistant Director of Pilgrimages HANCEVILLE – The month of August will be a bit busy at the Lourdes Grotto, located at the Shrine of the Most...
    CULLMAN – Walmart will hire approximately 300 associates to work at the new Walmart slated to open this fall in Cullman. A temporary hiring center has opened at 3323 Alabama Hwy. 157, Suite C. Applications will be accepted Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Interested applicants may also apply online at careers.walmart.com.  Walmart will offer a job to any eligible U.S....
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    We are extremely proud of the way our bus drivers compete each year in this competition.” Mike Floyd, Cullman County Schools Transportation Director CULLMAN – Cullman County recently had three school bus drivers place top 10 in the State School Bus Safety Road-E-O Competition. The competition was held at Montevallo, Ala. June 18, 2015.  Cullman County Schools Transportation Director, Mike Floyd, stated,...
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    CULLMAN – Cullman Regional Medical Center physicians, leaders and clinicians recently gathered to celebrate the Center of Distinction Award, which was given to CRMC Center for Wound Healing by Healogics, Inc., the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. The Center achieved outstanding clinical outcomes for twelve consecutive months, including patient satisfaction higher than 92 percent, a minimum wound healing...
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    I’ve had more fun with these folks and I will come back for single class I can get because I enjoy the company.” Jo-Amrah Dillingham, Workshop Attendee CULLMAN – The Cullman Extension Office held its 2015 Home Food Preservation workshop from July 21, 2015, through July 23, 2015. The classes were held from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. each day and...
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    Distracted driving is the easiest crime to prevent. All one needs to do is put down whatever distraction is at hand and pull to the side of the road if needed.” Rebecca Koehler, Hands on the Wheel CULLMAN – On Sunday, July 26th, the first annual Families First Rally was held on the steps of the Cullman County Courthouse. The rally...
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    HANCEVILLE – The Hanceville Police Department is hosting the seventh annual Kids Night Out on August 7 at Hanceville’s C.W. Day Park. The event will run from 6 - 8 p.m. The event will host free food, inflatables, and games for the whole family. Local police and fire departments will be there to promote law enforcement, fire, and EMTs in...
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    CULLMAN – For anyone in attendance during the Fourth of July celebration at Smith Lake Park, the first three-to-four minutes of the fireworks show seemed to be going smoothly.  About four minutes into the display things stopped going according to plan.  Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug Davenport said one of the tubes containing a larger canister that was meant...
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    The city of Hanceville has been very good to us and the mayor has also been very good to us.” Miranda Sansing, Executive Director of Brookdale Hanceville HANCEVILLE – On Thursday, July 16th, Victorian Manor Assisted Living officially changed its name to Brookdale Hanceville. Excited residents and employees celebrated the event by hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony. Afterwards, a reception was...
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    CULLMAN – This year's EvaBank Midnight Run 5K will add a splash of neon color. Black lights will illuminate portions of the course and runners who choose to take part will have neon powder tossed at them.  Waid Harbison, Marketing and Programs Director for Cullman City Parks and Recreation said the idea behind this year's addition was to give runners something different.  “We wanted to...
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    We've got to get people back to loving our country again.” Sheila Huff, Volunteer CULLMAN – Just off Second Avenue at the Armed Forces Career Center in Cullman, Joey Miller and Sheila Huff are on guard. After learning of the shooting at a military recruiting center in Chattanooga, the duo knew they had to take action. Miller is a former United States Marine and...
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    CULLMAN – Yesterday, July 20, 2015 the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Amber Marie Trybalski De Loach, 24 years old of Arab, Ala. and Jeremy Fitzpatrick De Loach, 22 years old of Arab, Ala. for felony child abuse to a four year old child. The victim was taken to a local hospital by a relative and then the hospital in turn...
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    You have to treat it as a crime scene until you rule that it was not.” Bob Long, Hanceville Police Chief HANCEVILLE – On Wednesday July 15, a house on County Road 522 in Hanceville caught fire. Around 2:30 p.m. the Hanceville Fire Department responded to the incident. “When we arrived on scene we found a single story structure house with a full basement...
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    CULLMAN – Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) recently arrested three individuals: Donovan Casey Odom, 42 years old Cullman, Tammy Rena Moore, 28 years old of Cullman, and Xanadu Johnna Sanford, 32 years old of Huntsville for drug trafficking and drug possession. The operation netted 40 grams of ICE, a purer and stronger form of meth, and 9...
    CULLMAN – During the warm climate season, when a hard week at work winds down and the weekend arrives, it can be an opportune time to have an outdoor barbecue. Unfortunately, as tasty as grilling is, it can also be a risky way to cook. Before volunteering to host the neighborhood cookout, keep these tips in mind. Charcoal grills are...
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    Activity, excitement, heat and anxiety all cause big changes in the body’s blood sugar, which are things that happen to a 5-year-old all the time so he has to be constantly monitored.” Charity Taylor, Lucas’ Mother CULLMAN – Meet the adorable 5-year-old Lucas Hembree. He may look like a typical little brown-eyed boy, but there is something very, very different about...
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      CULLMAN – With the controversy around the Confederate flag swirling, the management at Wilborn Outdoors saw a business opportunity. They began stocking Confederate flags about three weeks ago, and the results have been impressive.  "We can't keep them in," said Store Manager Tommy Holcombe. He says the national situation with the Confederate flag has made people want to buy the 'stars...
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    It just shows you how much the residents here are willing to give year-round, not just at the holidays.” Cameron Everett, CWAC Director CULLMAN – For the third year in a row the Cullman Wellness & Aquatics Center opened its doors Friday, but rather than the typical $10 entry fee residents were encouraged to bring in canned food and other food items...
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    I’m set up beside a lady selling some amazing baklava and baked goods, kale, chow chow, peaches, tomatoes, squash, and 'Sophie the soap baby approved' peach Popsicles.” Elizabeth McDowell, Owner of Hippimama Bath & Beauty CULLMAN – Those that love fresh fruit and vegetables but have a hard time getting to Festhalle Farmers Market in time to get them are in luck. The...
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    CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Joshua Daniel Ray Roberts, 33 years old of Good Hope, Ala. in the early morning hours of July 11, 2015 in connection to several thefts that have occurred the past few weeks. CCSO Investigators arrested Mr. Roberts in Hartselle, Ala. after tips from the community via social media and phone calls...
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    CULLMAN – As the summer months roll on gardening and adventures in the woods become a pastime. Unfortunately, this also means a higher likelihood of coming into contact with dangerous snakes and insects. Insects such as spiders are especially dangerous. According to Neil Schamban, MD, FACEP Chief Executive Officer at Island Medical Management, “Spider bites overall are more frequent but...
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    CULLMAN – Cullman County Parks and Recreation has recently moved their office from Sportsman Lake Park to the Cullman County Agriculture Center.  The new space is now easily accessible and has better parking. The new offices have twice the storage space, which can be used for special event items.  Parks and Recreation director, Doug Davenport explained, “For about two and half years we've...
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    CULLMAN – Yesterday, July 8, 2015 the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Amber Maritta Cartwright, 24 years old of Crane Hill, Ala. and Zachary Levi Burns, 23 years old of Cullman, Ala. for several counts of sexual abuse of two minor children. The two victims, who are both under the ages of 12, reported the sexual abuse to a...
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    On July 3, 1965, the Courthouse was dedicated to serve Cullman County. Since then much has changed, not only the Courthouse but the county itself.” Kenneth Walker, Cullman County Commission Chairman CULLMAN – On Tuesday, July 7, 2015, residents and officials from throughout Cullman County gathered to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Cullman County Courthouse. The group met on the...
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    MONTGOMERY – Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a $120,000 grant to create jobs and spur economic development in the city of Cullman.  The Community Development Block Grant will fund infrastructure necessary for the construction of a La Quinta Inn and Suites near the intersection of Interstate 65 and Alabama Highway 157. The new facility, which will create 13 jobs, is...
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    CULLMAN – Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. the Red Door Café hosted Coffee with a Cop. The community was invited to come and drink coffee with the Cullman Police Department.   The purpose of the event was for citizens to get to know their local law enforcement and state any complaints or issues they may have had in a comfortable...
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    CULLMAN – On Sunday July 5, 2015, agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Fasha Jade Deans, 26 years old of Cullman, AL and Michael Ruben Evans, 44 years old of Cullman, Ala. Ms. Deans was arrested for Unlawful Possession of Control Substance, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd, Two counts of Attempting to Elude, Reckless Endangerment, and Certain...
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    FAIRVIEW – The Independence Day firework display at Fairview has been rescheduled for Labor Day, due to inclement weather. The Fairview Band Car Show, originally set for July 4th, has also been postponed. It will take place on August 1st.  “We decided to call off the fireworks for tonight around 4:00 this afternoon,” said Fairview Mayor Dale Seals on Saturday....
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    We’re out here to provide the community with a really fun, safe way to celebrate the Fourth of July and to serve people and show them the love of Jesus.” Auston Neal, Desperation Church Member CULLMAN – On Saturday, July 4th, 2015 Desperation Church in Cullman presented its fourth annual Fireworks Festival at Heritage Park. Although, it rained on and off throughout...
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    CULLMAN – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce held its June Community Luncheon at All Steak on Friday, June 26, 2015. Dr. Rusty Wright, Associate Professor of the School of Fisheries, and Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences at Auburn University, was the guest speaker. He spoke about fisheries in Alabama and the challenges of managing them. Currently, Auburn University's major research...
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    CULLMAN – Officer Cindy Rohrscheib led a program for children at the Cullman Civic Center last week designed to teach kids about basic safety and how to defend themselves against attackers. RAD, which stands for Resisting Aggression Defensively, not only instructs children what to do in hostile situations but also allows them to practice in a safe environment. “I just...
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    SOUTH VINEMONT – A multitude of rumors, text alerts and other forms of social media began swarming Friday night as a National Guard convoy was spotted entering Cullman County. “(The) Tennessee National Guard is on their way to training and are staying at the Ag Center tonight,” CPD Assistant Chief Craig Green said. Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry said he contacted...
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    CULLMAN – As Independence Day fast approaches, it is only fitting, for many, to buy fireworks to celebrate the great American holiday. The only problem is fireworks can be a safety hazard when set off inside city limits. Cullman Police Chief, Kenny Culpepper, stated, “We have had people get hurt, a firework blow up in their hand. I’m sure we...
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    Having a thriving regional airport makes Cullman more accessible and more efficient to do business with.” Mayor Max A. Townson CULLMAN – Cullman Regional Airport was built in the 1950s due to the hard work of the City and County of Cullman. Since then it has flown in revenue for Cullman County from all over the United States. Folsom Field was...
    CULLMAN – According to the Office of the Mayor, all city and municipal buildings will close Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day. City Hall, Cullman County Courthouse, and all other buildings run by the city will close all day July 3 and 4. They will reopen Monday, July 6. The same schedule applies to public and municipal buildings...
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    CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will be responsible for traffic control following the fireworks show at Smith Lake Park Saturday, July 4th, 2015. CCSO estimates there could be as many as ten thousand people attend the fireworks show based on recent years. After the fireworks display has ended traffic will be one way for outgoing traffic out...
    CULLMAN – This year’s July 4th will see many celebrations throughout the Cullman area. With low ticket prices to free events, there is sure to be an event to fit almost any budget’s needs. Desperation Church will hold a firework celebration July 4th at Heritage Park with the gates opening at 4:00 p.m. Admission is free; the festival includes games,...
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    CULLMAN – Today the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) located and arrested Bradford Seth Burney, 19 years old of Hanceville, after he escaped from a Winston County Sheriff’s Office patrol car. Yesterday afternoon, June 29th, 2015, Winston County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) had detained Mr. Burney in the Addison community in connection to a burglary. After escaping the patrol car a...
    CULLMAN – Though the Supreme Court’s decision for every state to award marriage licenses to same-sex couples was announced last Friday, Cullman, along with all of Alabama, was unable to issue licenses until this Monday, when an injunction barring the issuing of marriage licenses to same-sex couples was lifted.  Cullman Probate Judge Tammy Brown had not issued marriage licenses to...
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    CULLMAN – Cullman Mayor Max Townson announced last Thursday that the renowned World War II B-17 Bomber, Memphis Belle, will be flying into Cullman for this year’s Veterans Day Celebration.  The annual ceremony will take place on Saturday, November 7. Under the oversight of Cullman Elk’s Lodge #1609 member Colonel Ken Brown the event has grown in the past few years....
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    Everybody come out to visit, we have some fresh stuff. Everything is grown local. We’d like for you to come participate.” Larry Clark, Local Farmer CULLMAN – The Cullman County Farmers Market has remained a local tradition for 30 years. This year, farmers have again populated their stands with fresh fruits and vegetables. From the end of May until October, area farmers...
    HANCEVILLE – On Thursday, June 25, the Hanceville City Council will have its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. At 6:00 p.m. they will hold a public hearing on the City Animal Ordinance.  In the last meeting, the Council explained the problems the city is having with animals. They stated that there are many stray dogs and some farm animals roaming...
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    All in all we felt like it was a very successful concert.” Kenny Culpepper, Cullman City Police Chief CULLMAN – The Cullman Police Department, assisted by the Cullman County Sheriff's Department, had 16 total arrests surrounding the Rock the South music festival. The relation of a couple of the outside DUI arrests to the festival was hard to determine because they occurred...
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    If it weren’t for the generosity of Scott Spitzer and the Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Dealership, the car show could not happen.” Brenda Allison, Pentastar South Car Club CULLMAN – On Thursday, June 18, 2015, Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and the Pentastar South Car Club presented a check for $2,608 to Alabama Credit Union’s “Secret Meals for Hungry Children”...
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    HANCEVILLE – About 200 new nursing students attended orientation Tuesday at Wallace State Community College. During the day-long event, the students were given information about when to expect certain classes to be taught, their uniform scrubs, text books and equipment they will need, financial aid and more. The incoming students were provided time to meet with current nursing students to get their...
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    CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has arrested three individuals in connection to the beating and robbery of Steven Lee Mosley, of Morris, that occurred earlier this month. Vaughn McClain, 48 years old of Foley, was charged with Robbery 1st degree. Zachary Madison, 20 years old of Locust Fort, was charged with Robbery 1st degree.  Angela Richardson, 46 years old...
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    The store on Highway 31 has been in the same location for sixty years, so when people say, ‘Let’s go to Dairy Queen’ that’s the location they think about. But as time goes on, we hope that the community will think about both places, depending on which side of town you are on.” Mike Way, Owner of Dairy Queen CULLMAN –...
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      Our number one goal is to take care of these kids.” Wendy Crider, CCBOE Board Member CULLMAN – Cullman County School’s non-tenure teacher aides received the notification of termination of their employment on May 29, 2015. Due to budget restrictions and rising utility and health care costs the school board implemented a new staffing agency for Cullman County schools.  The Cullman County School...
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    CULLMAN – CAAWA, the Cullman Area Animal Welfare Association, is a band of individuals whose job is to rescue and save the neglected and abused animals of Cullman County. The group is entirely non-profit, and all its members are volunteers. They consider themselves to be a ‘no kill’ organization that rescues companion animals. Established in 2004 CAAWA was federally recognized...
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    CULLMAN – School Resource Officers are the individuals who protect children when their parents are unable to be around. Not only do they protect students and faculty at every school in Cullman County, but the are also trained to be teachers and counselors. The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has an excellent selection of these Officers who go beyond the...
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    HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College recently acquired a new bus, that was designated to be covered in an orange and blue WSCC Lions themed vinyl wrap designed by the local company Creative Design. Mark Bolin, a representative for WSCC who worked with Josh Heron (a graphic artist at Creative Design), said a new bus was needed because reliability had...
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    CULLMAN – Pentastar South Car Club hosted their 8th Annual Mopars on the Streets Car Show on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Dealership. The show was a fundraiser and all money raised will benefit Secret Meals for Hungry Children. There were close to one hundred vintage cars on display, twenty-five more cars than last...
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    CULLMAN – Bench Back Billboards is a Cullman-based company that provides advertising space to local businesses wanting to get their name out in front of the community.  Terry Bagley has owned Bench Back Billboards since 1999. Mr. Bagley acquired the company after he and his family moved to Cullman.  About three months ago, Mr. Bagley’s daughter, Callie Bagley, took over the...
    CULLMAN – This Thursday, June 18, at 5:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at First Baptist Church, Cullman Relay for Life will hold its final significant gathering of the year.  Everyone is welcome to attend the Relay for Life Team Spirit Wrap-Up Party, but according to Gail Crutchfield, Publicity Chair for Relay for Life in Cullman, the gathering is targeted...
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    CULLMAN – The Cullman Police Department, along with Alabama State Troopers, Cullman EMA and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office are currently working a deadly collision in the southbound lane at the intersection of Ala. Hwy 157 and I-65, after a Cullman resident rear-ended an 18-wheeler hauling hazardous material. “At this time we are asking residents to please avoid the area as...
    HANCEVILLE – A regular Hanceville City Council Meeting was held at City Hall, Thursday at 7 p.m. The meeting began with roll call and approval of the minutes from the previous meeting held on May 28, 2015. There were no additions or deletions to the night’s agenda. The following reports were given: Hanceville Police Department – Police Chief Bob Long reported on the...
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    HANCEVILLE – Last Tuesday began the first day of Hanceville Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. The day’s theme was ‘Hometown Heroes’ and the children met numerous personalities that the area's residents consider their local heroes. Behind the library, the youngsters met with these champions of the town and asked them about their jobs. “Yesterday was about the local superheroes or...
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    DODGE CITY – On Tuesday, agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), along with the assistance of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), arrested Angel Ariel Zumbia Mendias, 24 year old Hispanic Male of Tuscon, AZ for Trafficking in Methamphetamine. According to Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, the drug bust originated in Dodge City and a total of five pounds...
    CULLMAN – Last Saturday at Heritage Park, Jeremiah Castille led the second day of his annual Character Camp. Castille, who has been the chaplain of the University of Alabama’s football team for 14 years, infuses the football camp that he runs with an emphasis on having quality character and virtue.  However, Castille Character Camp is not Vacation Bible School with footballs....
    HANCEVILLE – Summer break has just started for area students, but there are plenty of opportunities for them to keep learning, while having a good time doing it. The Wallace State Community College Continuing Education program is offering a number of classes specifically for area youth. The course offered range from art and dance to etiquette and pageant preparation. Classes...
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    The bottom line is, it could be a problem at some point in the future, but it’s not a problem now.” Chief of Police Kenny Culpepper CULLMAN – Cullman’s “lovelock” phenomenon has been on the rise this week. Local couples have attached around forty locks to the pedestrian bridge across from The Vine Cellar and Moe’s Original Bar-B-Que that connects 1st...
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    DODGE CITY – A domestic violence incident escalated to a shooting at the Dodge City Petro Lube Sunday evening around 6 p.m. Michael Dakota Libauskas, 29 years old of Hanceville, was arrested after a shooting at the Dodge City Petro Lube. “A domestic incident earlier in the day between Libauskas and his girlfriend, who works at the Petro Lube, continued...
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    I got into bodybuilding because I was driving home one day and could feel my belly hanging over my pants and jiggling with every bump in the road.” Kelley Burgess, Personal Trainer CULLMAN – Kelley Burgess has overcome some pretty hard times growing up. As a child, she suffered a horrific accident that has left her with issues that she has...
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    We just do the best we can with what we have to change things for the better for the animals in Cullman County.” Sue Jones, CAAWA Volunteer CULLMAN – On Saturday, Tractor Supply Company hosted a pet adoption event to encourage adoptions and to support local animal groups. The event was part of Purina Days, which lasted from Wednesday, May 27...
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    CULLMAN – At a special called meeting Thursday afternoon by the Cullman City School Board, Dr. Doreen Griffeth officially resigned as superintendent following her second year in the system, leaving the reigns to Dr. Susan Patterson. “On behalf of the entire board, I would like to thank Dr. Griffeth for the time she has devoted to the Cullman City School System,” Steven...
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    CULLMAN – Saturday, June 6, will mark the 3rd Annual Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation Charity Motorcycle Ride. The cost is $20 per rider and $5 per passenger with registration running from 8:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to participants. Participants will start at the Cullman County Fairgrounds and proceed on a scenic route that...
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    Here at Russell Marine Smith Lake, we offer boat sales, service, on water service, a parts department, and a fully stocked wakeboard proshop, with all the watersports toys for you to enjoy while on the water.” Daniel Uline, Russell Marine Manager DODGE CITY – Russell Marine has celebrated more than 50 years of serving boaters on Lake Martin and now they have opened their newest dealership...
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    HANCEVILLE – On Saturday, the 17th Annual Hanceville Antique Tractor & Engine Show was held at Wallace State Community College. The event hosted an assortment of antique tractors, lawnmowers, engines, vintage cars, trucks and peddle tractors – both restored and not. A Tractor Parade showcased participant's equipment around the school campus while Tractor Slow Races awarded the tractor that crossed the finish line...
    CULLMAN – Director of Daystar House Women’s Shelter Mary Leone knows how important fundraisers are. Leone helped start the Annual Music Fest and Car Show, now in its fourth year, after a preceding event floundered. “The Music Fest and Car Show came out of the North Alabama Folk Festival, which was only around for three years,” Leone explained.      There is...
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    CULLMAN – For the eighth year, the Castille Character Camp will be held in Cullman at Heritage Park. The camp, which is mainly for football, will run from June 5-6, and thanks to the sponsorship of community members, the camp is free for youth in grades 1-12 to attend. Former Auburn and Alabama football players, along with former coaches,...
    HANCEVILLE – A regular Hanceville City Council meeting was held Thursday, May 29 in the Hanceville City Hall at 7 p.m. The meeting began with prayer, the pledge of allegiance, and roll call. No one came forward to add anything to the agenda and nothing was changed about the agenda. The May 15 Council meeting minutes were approved. A video...
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    HANCEVILLE – The day Zina Stansberry lost her Uncle Joe Brock in a tragic boating accident almost three years ago was the worst day of her life, she said. “I was in total shock and even years later I still have a hard time about it,” she said. Brock came to live with Stansberry and her family when he was 16 and...
    This program is very important not only for Cullman County Schools but for Cullman County.” Dan Sheets, Director of Communication for Cullman County Schools CULLMAN – The Cullman County School Board is now offering a program to Cullman County schools, which will give high school students the opportunity of a lifetime. The program is called Fast Track for Industry and will...
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    Updated 06/01/2015 2:30 a.m. BREMEN – Just before noon Sunday the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting call near 417 Co Rd 109 in Bremen. Sheriff’s deputies began an active search for the alleged shooter, 70 year old Jack Wilson, who was to be driving a white 1999 Chevrolet S-10. According to Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, deputies and...
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    The body camera is a silent witness between the officer and whoever he is dealing with.” Sergeant Jeffery Warnke, Patrol Sergeant CULLMAN – People in public service do not have it easy. Take the Police for example; they are there when citizens need them, they protect the community while it sleeps, and they strive to keep our cities clean of drugs...
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    CULLMAN – Last Tuesday, a class geared towards teaching individuals how to begin and maintain a garden using the “Lasagna Gardening” format was held at the North Alabama Agriplex Heritage Center. The process is low maintenance, long lasting, and results in a virtually weed-less garden. Lasagna Gardening gets its’ name from the layers of material that must be placed on...
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    UPDATED: 05/28/2015 - 4:46 p.m. CULLMAN – The wreck on U.S. Hwy 31 South occurred just south of the City of Cullman, around 1 p.m. From Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick:  Victoria Clements Smith, 30, of Hanceville died when the car she was driving crossed the median and hit a vehicle with four Cullman High School Seniors. Smith was traveling Northbound. The students were traveling Southbound to Wallace...
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    CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made the arrests of the ten non-compliant sex offenders while conducting compliance checks on the 225 registered sex offenders located in Cullman County from February 1st, 2015 through May 27th, 2015. Also, during that same period of time sheriff deputies have completed a total of 715 compliance checks on the 225 registered sex offenders. This...
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    TRIMBLE – Smith Lake Park hosted a two day Music Festival over the Memorial Day weekend, May 23rd and 24th. There were arts and crafts vendors, food carts of all kinds and live entertainment for everyone to enjoy. There were also contests and fun people of all ages to enjoy. The weekend also marked the opening of the swimming...
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    CULLMAN – The Cullman City Public Library is starting up its annual Summer Program in June.  The program has served the children of the city “since at least 1964,” according to Cullman librarian, Sharon Townson.  The theme of this year’s program is “Every Hero Has a Story,” and will feature various heroes from around the Cullman community, including police officers and...
    RANDOLPH COUNTY – Saturday, May 23rd, 2015, at approximately 12:53 p.m. Inmate Joshua James Lay, 37 years old, of Vinemont, AL, was captured within 17 hours by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) in Randolph County, AL.  Also taken into custody was his alleged girlfriend Nona Faye Baker, 33 year old, white female, of Clay County who assisted Inmate Lay...
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    CULLMAN – On Friday, May 22nd, 2015, at approximately 7:53 p.m., an inmate worker walked away from the Cullman County Detention Center while cleaning the lobby area of the detention center. The inmate is identified as Joshua James Lay, 37 years old, of Vinemont, Ala. Through video surveillance it is believed his girlfriend Nona Faye Baker assisted Inmate Lay by picking...
    CULLMAN – Motorcycles have come a long way since their invention. Now, riders have less to worry about  when they cruise down the street due to anti-locking brakes and many other safety advancements. These advancements have greatly reduced the risks of motorcycle accidents, but other dangers remain. May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness month and serves as a reminder for...
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    CULLMAN – Today, most people's lives are quite busy. Their minds and hands are constantly doing something, which is generally a good thing, except when they are driving. Driving requires a foot, two hands and a clear mind. For some it can be incredibly hard to not talk on their cell phone or reply to a text, disregarding the...
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    CULLMAN – Knapsacks for Kids is an organization that feeds starving children in Cullman County. Melissa Betts, children’s minister at First United Methodist and director of Knapsacks for Kids, explained the way it works. The backpacks are packed at First United Methodist Church every Thursday. The children take them home Friday and bring them back to school on Monday. These...
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    CULLMAN – Memorial Day is a federal holiday and is meant to remember the people who died while serving in the country's armed forces. The holiday is observed every year on the last Monday in May. In the beginning, it was known as Decoration Day and originated after the Civil War to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who...
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    We want to provide the best possible riding experience money can pay for.” Tyler Lindsey, Stony Lonesome OHV Park Manager BREMEN – This Saturday, May 23, Stony Lonesome OHV Park will have its latest installment in a long running program that gives riders of off-road vehicles an opportunity to have fun after the park normally closes. The Night Ride will begin...
    CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted a celebration for the 10 year anniversary of the Work Release Program this past Wednesday. Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry expressed his gratitude to Sergeant Hadley, Mr. Brock and Mr. Whaley for their hard work for the program. If it weren’t for their blood, sweat and tears throughout the last 10...
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    CULLMAN – Watch out, Back Forty Beer Co. and Good People Brewing Co., there’s a new brew in town. Cullman is getting its first production brewery. Mike Mullaney, John Dean, Brad Glenn and Gery Teichmiller are the masterminds behind the new idea that has been in the works for a while. With the updated alcohol ordinance the City of...