CULLMAN - New Year’s Eve comes this week and folks all over Cullman County are making their plans to celebrate. Whether you are spending New Year’s Eve at home in front of the television waiting for the big ball to drop, laying in bed sound asleep or partying it up with all your family and friends, one thing you need...
CULLMAN - For those who want to spend a night on the town, but do not feel like traveling too far for New Year’s Eve, there are some events right here in Cullman. Several local restaurants will be jamming and eating until midnight, and they want you to come celebrate with them. See below for just a few of...
CULLMAN - Across from Sacred Heart School, there is a little boutique that is helping women find the best style for them. We have many great boutiques in town to choose from, but at Younique Boutique, you are guaranteed to find amazing customer service and sizes for all women and ages.
“My sister-in-law, Tammie Hudson, and myself started real small...
HOLLY POND - Shortly after 2:40 p.m. on Saturday December 27, emergency responders along with volunteer fire personnel and deputies with the Cullman Sheriff’s Office arrived at the residence located on Meadow Lane in Holly Pond on a medical call.
“At 2:46 this evening an officer responded to assist EMS on a medical call at 94 Meadow Drive in Holly...
CULLMAN - With the cold months of winter upon us, it is time once again to prune and trim some trees and bushes. While some like to take control of their own landscaping and trimming, others may be hesitant to do this work on their own. Not to worry, in this article we will discuss when to trim if...
CULLMAN - On Friday, December 19, 2014, the City of Cullman received a brand new historic marker. Members of the McPhillips family came from near and far to celebrate, as well as fondly remember the King Pharr Canning Company, which was located on the property between Depot Park and the Cullman Police Station.
“We gather here together today to commemorate,...
CULLMAN - It’s Christmas Day and you have a last minute purchase you need to make, or maybe Mom burnt supper and you need a place to eat. No matter the reason, a few stores will still be working for you on Christmas Day. So no need to fear, you will still be able to grab some food, medicine...
CULLMAN - As children, we have all been excited and fascinated by Santa, elves, holiday decor and beautiful lights. Many years ago, department stores in larger towns delighted their customers with beautiful window displays and customers were eager to view these displays as a sign of the beginning of the holiday retail shopping seasons.
Bennett Home Supply in Cullman has...
CULLMAN - With Christmas falling on a Thursday this year, city and county services will be on a slightly altered schedule. Below are all the details on Cullman city and county schedules for sanitation and courthouse.
The Cullman County Courthouse Schedule:
“We will be closed December the 24, 25 and 26,” said courthouse employee Gail Hooper. “We will be open Monday...
CULLMAN - So tomorrow is Christmas Eve, and you realize that you had one more gift that you needed to get. Perhaps for a game of Dirty Santa at your aunt’s house, or it could be that work is so crazy at this time of year, you just did not have the time. No fear, if you need that last...
CULLMAN - The Cullman City Police Department has been working hard all year for this day. Saturday was a day to give back to local kids and families that may have needed a little extra help this Christmas. On Saturday their efforts paid off in a major way and brought smiles to the children they helped.
The Shop With a...
GOOD HOPE – The Cullman County Sherriff’s Office Chief Deputy Max Bartlett announced Tuesday afternoon that an arrest has been made in connection with several threating posts on the anonymous social media site Yik Yak.
“The person who was arrested is a juvenile who does attend school at Good Hope,” said Bartlett. “The Sheriff’s office, along with all the investigators...
GOOD HOPE – The anonymous social media platform Yik Yak has caused concern for officials with Good Hope High School, the Cullman County Board of Education and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, following a vague threat listed on the site on Friday, December 12.
“The poster indicated on Tuesday of this week there would be, something would transpire at Good...
CULLMAN – Imagine long rolling hills and soft green grass, now add shady trees dotting throughout that same land and ponds of all shapes and sizes lay sprawled amongst the area. Built high upon one of the hills is a place where people can enjoy exquisite dining, gaze out over a beautiful, meticulously-maintained golf course, and enjoy special events...
CULLMAN - Friday morning at 9:04 a.m. investigators with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Department arrested Winfred Eugene “J.R.” Vance, 61, while he was working at the Cullman County Court Referral Office, charging him with two counts of Sexual Misconduct-1st Degree, a misdemeanor, and two counts of Sexual Abuse-1st Degree, a Class C felony.
“We have had allegations against Mr. Vance before...
CULLMAN - There are some stores in Cullman that are old favorites. Establishments that have been around for years and everyone knows the place you are referring to when you bring up the name. Cutie Patooties, is one such place, and after years of business is still going strong, but under new ownership.
Lindsay Mccroy, 24, a one-time employee of Cutie...
CULLMAN - There are some stores in Cullman that are old favorites. Establishments that have been around for years and everyone knows the place you are referring to when you bring up the name. Cutie Patooties, is one such place, and after years of business is still going strong, but under new ownership.
Lindsay Mccroy, 24, a one-time employee of...
CULLMAN - Small businesses are the lifeblood of any community. They are essential to its survival and equal to a thriving economy. Not to mention that the benefits of supporting small businesses reverberate throughout the whole community. Cullman has great small businesses all over town that contribute much success to our town and its residents, and they are grateful...
CULLMAN - The Cullman Police Department just introduced the new patrol dog, Recon, a Belgian Malinois, who will be two years old in January. Recon is certified in narcotics detection, tracking and criminal apprehension. His handler is Officer Jeff Lawson.
The K9 program has been utilized at the CPD since 1984. Sergeant Jason Mickle, training officer at the CPD said,...
FAIRVIEW - At approximately 3:30 p.m. a school bus carrying students from Fairview Elementary, Middle and High School was involved in a traffic collision with another vehicle, causing six students and two persons in the passenger vehicle to be transported to an area hospital for evaluation.
“The incident occurred in a turn on the 400 block of County Road 1658...
CULLMAN - It is a great time to turn a profit for businesses during the holidays. Black Friday is very lucrative for most businesses, especially big box stores like Target and Walmart. This year, remember the little guy and shop local this Saturday to show your support for the local residents who make their living from their small businesses.
There...
CULLMAN - Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff's Office, along with officers with the Cullman Police Department, worked jointly in an effort to track down a suspect who led officers on a car chase from near West Point to the front doors of the market area at the Cullman Walmart.
According to a deputy on the scene, Walmart was locked...
CULLMAN - If you have some old prescription drugs stored away at home, be sure to take advantage of the drug drop off box at the Cullman Police Department to dispose of unneeded, unused or outdated medications.
Sergeant David Nassetta said that the way the box originated was through a grant. “We obtained it through a grant done by CVS...
CULLMAN - If you are looking for one of a kind items and antiques, then look no further than Littleville Blue. Their work and eye for seeing the hidden potential in old items is truly something you need to see for yourself. They recently made their new home in the beautiful Warehouse District here in Cullman.
“We just moved a block...
CULLMAN - It’s that time of year again, time to drag out the coats and sweaters and hunker down in a nice warm place. Hot chocolate sales are through the roof and children are wearing all sorts of toboggans, gloves and scarves. Most of us know how to take care of ourselves in the cold weather, but how many...
CULLMAN - ‘Food for Fines’ is back at the Cullman County Public Library. This Monday, the library began taking donations of canned food items in place of library fines and the drive will continue until this Friday, November 22. The library will forgive $1.00 in overdue fines for every non-perishable food item donated (canned or boxed). All food items...
CULLMAN – The Cullman Applebee’s Restaurant loves our veterans. Last Tuesday on Veterans Day, not only did they feed our veterans for free all day, but they also allowed the American Legion and the ladies of the American Legion Auxiliary to perform a POW MIA Remembrance Ceremony before opening their doors for business.
“I came out today to set up...
CULLMAN - On a cold and windy Thursday morning, activists, senators, city officials and others gathered in front of City Hall to talk about the importance of coal. Speeches by Mayor Max Townson, Senator Paul Bussman (R) and Commissioner Jerry Oden spoke of jobs lost due to regulations set forth by the Environmental Protection Agency.
At 8 a.m., the Coal...
CULLMAN - A new shop has opened its doors to the public recently, and the smell wafting in the air around it is absolutely heavenly. Raymond Earley and his wife opened their doors two weeks ago, and began distributing amazing fresh baked donuts and hot coffee to the masses. The shop is offering every kind of donut you can...
CULLMAN - The American Red Cross is offering free classes and demonstrations in preparing emergency disaster-ready kits for the public. Local churches, companies and organizations are welcome to contact the local Red Cross office to set up a demonstration by calling 256-734-0921.
Disaster Mental Health/Community Educator for the Cullman area, Denise McClendon, said, “We have community education programs for all ages....
CULLMAN - Last winter was one of the coldest on record for Alabama. Multiple polar vortexes caused higher than average snowfall and temperatures were well below freezing. Add to that a wind chill that was in the negatives, and you have a recipe for danger. This type of scenario can happen again, and it is important to remember your...
CULLMAN - Peoples Bank of Alabama (PBAL) announces Tim Williams has been elected to serve as the new President and the newest member of the Board of Directors.
“Our board is excited to have Tim lead our bank into a new era, where industry challenges are overshadowed by opportunity,” said Chief Executive Officer, Robin Cummings. “We’re confident Tim will meet...
CULLMAN - On Monday, November 10, 2014, Mayor Townson signed a proclamation declaring November 15, 2014, “Strides Walk for Diabetes Awareness Day” in the City of Cullman.
The 3rd annual “Strides” event, sponsored by the Cullman Community Lions Club, will begin at 10 a.m. on November 15, 2014, at Heritage Park. Members of the Cullman Community Lions Club, along with...
CULLMAN - Corey Harbison was sworn in on Wednesday evening at the Cullman County Courthouse after being elected as the Alabama State House Representative for District 12. Before the official business took place, Harbison said, “I appreciate everybody coming. I look forward to being the representative for the next four years.”
Harbison also appreciated the support of his friends and...
HANCEVILLE - Randall Shedd, Alabama Representative, took the Oath of Office last Wednesday morning at Wallace State Community College. The event took place on the twelfth floor of the Bailey Center, which is the tallest building on campus.
The Wallace State Jazz Band, under the direction of Ricky Burks played softly as the guests arrived and mingled. Once the program...
CULLMAN - Unless you have been living under a rock the past few months, then chances are you have seen or heard about the new Applebee’s restaurant that has made its new home in Cullman. Opening at the beginning of this past week, the restaurant has already fed hundreds of hungry Cullman residents. The crew and management have big...
EVA - Recently, folks from all parts of Cullman County loaded a bus and traveled to the Fatback Pig Project Processing Plant. The trip was part of the 2014 Pasture to Plate Tour, which celebrates Cullman’s rich agricultural heritage.
Fatback Pig Project Processing Plant, located in Eva, plans to reintroduce the pork industry back to North Alabama. They support the...
CULLMAN - The Downtown Grill has been a staple around Cullman for quite some time. It’s simple, but delicious diner food has kept its doors open for years. It has been the place to eat before a big game, or just to grab a bite and hang out with friends. It is this legacy that the new owners of...
CULLMAN - Thanks to the efforts of a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, the city of Cullman will be hosting its largest ever Veterans Day Celebration this Saturday, November 8.
“This is about the 10-12 year we’ve had the celebration,” says former Col. Ken Brown. “But this is by far the biggest one.”
Brown has wrangled in demonstrators and speakers from...
CULLMAN - Christmas is always a magical time of year for everyone. Christmas gifts, hot cocoa, lights and, of course, Santa! All of these things and more will be found at this year’s upcoming Christmas in Cullman event, and shopping sales all around town will happen at the Christmas in Cullman Open House.
The open house will include a shopping...
CULLMAN - The 2014 Farm-City Celebration kicked off in August and has continued throughout the year with its involvement in festivals, parades and fairs with events still to come such as tours, geocaching, a sweet potato cook-off and a finale banquet!
Farm-City Executive Committee Chair, Lesia Van Gundy, is looking forward to the Farm-City Awards Banquet on November 20 at...
CULLMAN - Election Day is right around the corner and as we prepare to go out and cast our votes, there are others who are gearing up to take their proper places at designated polling locations throughout the area. Who are these poll workers and just exactly what do they do?
Poll workers are just like everyone else, they may...
CULLMAN – Chief Edward Reinhardt at the Cullman City Fire Department has requested to purchase new fire rescue equipment from the HGAC bid list. The Cullman City Council voted on this request last night at the City Hall meeting and granted approval.
One request was to purchase, on the HGAC bid list, a 2014 Medical Rescue Unit from Sunbelt Fire...
CULLMAN – On Highway 31, there is a house that has been a home and place of business to establishments like the Candle Garden for many years. Recently, however, new ownership has transformed this beautiful building into a sanctuary for the pets of Cullman by Compton’s Veterinary Hospital.
Compton’s has been a trusted name in the business of animal healthcare...
CULLMAN – If you are looking for the home of your dreams, you may want to take a short drive out to the new Dream Home Outlet. Locally owned and operated, Dream Home Outlet offers you the best in manufactured homes at a price that is simply…. a dream!
Les Sandlin, Wendy Korshak and Moe Korshak, owners of Dream Home...
CULLMAN - A power outage is currently affecting residents living in the eastern portion of Cullman city and sporadic locations throughout the county.
Cullman Power Board Director Mime Manning said the substation is jointly operated by the CPB and Cullman Electric Cooperative.
"On our end (CPB) there are between 1,200 and 1,800 residents currently without power," Manning said. "We are working...
FAIRVIEW – In a press releases issued by Cullman County Schools superintendent Dr. Craig A. Ross, the structural assessment of the Dafford Smith Stadium, conducted by Advance Structural Design Inc., has returned a with an estimated renovation cost of $2.7 million.
“We appreciate the work that Mr. Jeff Hillman performed for us. Mr. Hillman is a registered professional engineer. In...
CULLMAN – An official with the Cullman Police Department confirmed this morning that an unidentified male was struck and killed on the train tracks, just north of Arnold Street close to the Train Depot.
According to the official, the incident occurred between 12:45 a.m. and 1 a.m. Monday morning. The incident is under investigation and details will be made available...
CULLMAN – The Cullman City Police Department will be receiving about 35 body cameras and six Tahoes after a requests for approval from the Cullman City Council was authorized Monday evening.
Police Chief Kenny Culpepper requested to purchase body cameras with video management, storage and a docking station from Taser, Inc. in the budgeted amount of $32,989.65. The purchase will...
VISTA AmeriCorps Members Serve at the North Alabama Agriplex
CULLMAN – The North Alabama Agriplex recently received a grant for their Food for Life program, which has brought AmeriCorps VISTA participants to serve here in Cullman. These good Samaritans are working with the Agriplex to make Cullman a better place.
The volunteers will be serving one-year terms and will receive a...
GARDEN CITY - Cullman County Superintendent Dr. Craig Ross announced today that American Protein and the Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc. donate $75,000 to Garden City Elementary school.
"As the superintendent of Cullman County Schools I want to publically thank American Protein and the Chantal and Tommy Bagwell Foundation Inc. for their generosity," stated Cullman County Superintendent Dr. Craig...
HANCEVILLE – Hanceville Fire Department responded to a self-contained fire at an unused concession stand at the old soccer field on the Wallace State campus Saturday morning.
Wallace State campus police officer Shane Drake noticed smoke from the building at around 8:10 a.m. It is thought that the fire began on the back (westernmost) side of the small wood paneled...
CULLMAN – Technology today is a remarkable thing. We can make a call, send an email or take a photograph at any time and in any place. They have brought people closer, and made life easier in so many ways. There is, however, another side to this coin, a side where people’s lives are shattered and lives are lost...
HANCEVILLE – Hanceville Fire Department responded to a self-contained fire at an unused concession stand at the old soccer field on the Wallace State campus Saturday morning.
Wallace State campus police officer Shane Drake noticed smoke from the building at around 8:10 a.m. It is thought that the fire began on the back (westernmost) side of the small wood paneled...
CULLMAN – Every year in Alabama, as many as 450,000 children will require free lunches in our school systems due to low income. Many children depend on the two meals they receive from schools, and struggle on weekends when food is not always guaranteed. That is what motivated the Alabama Credit Union to act.
The Alabama Credit Union started a...
CULLMAN – The City of Cullman Sanitation Department received a new recycle truck funded by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) through a grant from the Alabama Recycling Fund. The truck, a 2014 Freightliner Mini Max, cost $135,000 and was 100% funded by the grant. A container fork truck, at a cost of $59,887, was also obtained and...
BREMEN – Local residents of Cullman County recently met at the Brushy Pond Community Center to discuss an ongoing legal battle that is affecting many in the area. Cullman County Associate Commissioner Stanley Yarbrough met with local concerned citizens along with Cullman County attorney Heath Meherg to discuss where the case was heading.
The dispute has been developing over a...
