CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Thursday announced it will be making infrastructure changes to Depot Park. This will occur immediately to prepare for upcoming events this fall.
Depot Park is known as a nice little oasis just north of the city’s Warehouse District, and its proximity to Festhalle has made it a popular park for community events....
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PREP SPORTS: ‘Be the best teammate I can be’: Holly Pond’s Alyssia Mitchell talks sophomore year
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HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond Sophomore Alyssia Mitchell about her experience playing both volleyball and basketball for the Broncos during the last school year, starting with volleyball.
"Last season on JV, we came up short, but we grew as a team. I played middle and had a very important job to help the...
The National opens
CULLMAN, Ala – The National, a stylish and fresh new gastropub in the historic district of Cullman has officially opened its doors. The ambience is polished yet industrial, with plush green velvet booths offsetting the whitewashed brick and dark metallic sconces dotting the walls.
Owners Garrett Masters and Michael Locascio shared a vision of bringing a fresh...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thirty-one Hanceville High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society in a ceremony held Sunday, May 7, at the Hanceville First Baptist Church.
The National Honor Society is one of the oldest and largest national organizations for high school students. It was established in 1921 as a way to recognize and encourage academic achievement and...
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – The Lady Broncos hit the road Tuesday morning to compete in this year’s East Regional Tournament in Albertville but unfortunately for Bronco fans, Holly Pond’s postseason run came to an end with losses to Pisgah and Woodland.
Pisgah 5 – Holly Pond 1 (Game One)
Samantha Giles and Bai Widner led off the top of the first with...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. hosted its popular Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser, Hats, Horses and Hope, Saturday evening, May 6. The event was held at Camp Meadowbrook, and attendees dressed in their best Derby fashions.
Seth Johnson, whose son Nate participates in the Hope Horses therapeutic riding program, shared his son’s story with attendees and said Hope Horses...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats topped Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one, swept Athens in round two and took a thrilling, three-game series over Gardendale to advance past round three. Now, Cullman will face its toughest test yet traveling to face No. 1 Oxford in the 6A semifinals Wednesday night. The Yellow Jackets are unbeaten in postseason...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night recognized the East Elementary School Archery Team, who took the state title in the Elementary Division at the 2023 National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) Alabama State Championship in Montgomery April 6-7. The team was undefeated this year all the way through state.
Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council hosted its first May meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and the main topic was Good Hope High School’s Peyton Caudle. Caudle was recognized by the council at Monday night’s meeting after being awarded the City of Good Hope Endowed Scholarship at Wallace State’s Future Foundation Scholarship Celebration in...
BATON ROUGE, La. - The following local students were recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines.
Cal Allen of Cullman at University of Alabama at BirminghamColton Millwood of Vinemont at University of Alabama at BirminghamLainey Moses of Vinemont at University of Alabama at BirminghamBrooks...
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PREP SPORTS: ‘Good Hope will always have a special place in my heart’: Good Hope senior Bonnie Williams reflects on high school career
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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope senior Bonnie Williams. She shared some of her best memories during her time at Good Hope and she was a part of some great clubs as well. She learned so much while being in those clubs and that has helped her become the person that she is...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – You'd be hard-pressed to find a more classic, comforting sandwich than a grilled cheese. Whether a simple white bread and American single combo has your heart or you're more into "designer" grilled cheeses with sourdough and sharp cheddar, there will be something for all at the third annual Grilled Cheese Festival on Saturday, May 27, starting...
ARTS IN THE GARDEN is a new way to enjoy the natural beauty of Sportsman Lake, the 70-year old, Cullman County Parks and Recreation, multiuse, fresh air refuge. The Woodlands & Wildflower Garden of the park will be an outdoor arts center, FREE and OPEN TO ALL on Saturday, May 13, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
The inaugural public arts event,...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Taziki's Mediterranean Café is gearing up for its much-anticipated arrival in the community, with a soft opening slated for May 30, followed by a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 13. The popular 25-year-old brand is not only set to serve delectable Mediterranean dishes, but also to create local job opportunities and foster community engagement.
Founder...
From the files of 1937
October is here -the month of witches, black cats and spooks. Already at Fairview High we are looking forward to the big event of the year, “The Fall Carnival.” There is much talk and speculation about who the juniors and seniors will run for the “Queen of the Carnival.” Already there is controversy between the...
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STATE TRACK MEET: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles capture 2A State Championships; locals shine in Cullman, Gulf Shores
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CULLMAN, Ala. – Another state track meet is in the books and this year the Cold Springs Eagles and Lady Eagles are your Class 2A state champions. The Eagles outpaced Sand Rock by 45 points to claim their state title and the Lady Eagles raced past Francis Marion by 34 points. Addison’s boys put on a great performance in...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Schools seventh graders on Friday took part in the second annual Cullman County Drone Race at Wallace State Community College, where they navigated their drones through various obstacle courses built by Wallace State’s Engineering department.
“We decided that seventh grade is a great time to introduce drone operation because everyone doesn’t have this technology at...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A little drizzle and unseasonably chilly temps weren't going to stop hundreds of Cullman area seniors from celebrating Senior Day at the Cullman Strawberry Festival Friday morning at the Festhalle.
Seniors from Vinemont to Colony gathered for fellowship, lunch, live music and dancing. The morning was fun and jam-packed with friendly competition, with Elizabeth Hayes winning a...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Center for the Developmentally Disabled (CCCDD) Executive Director Charese Morris on Thursday afternoon was thrilled to unveil finished renovations six months in the making on the organization’s first ever group home.
Board members, Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce ambassadors, representatives from nonprofits like the United Way of Cullman County and Flourish of Cullman, and several...
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PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats advance to state semifinals with dramatic, 4-2 win over Gardendale
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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats punched their ticket to the 6A State Semifinals with a 4-2 win over Gardendale Friday night and they did it in dramatic fashion. With the score knotted at 2 in the bottom of the sixth inning, Paxton Ponder came to the plate with a runner on first and blasted a 2-run shot out...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mr. Kennedy, an approximately 3-year-old male "shollie" (shepherd and collie mix) with a dark thick coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Mr. Kennedy is truly man's best friend, cherishing the time spent with his handlers at the shelter. He is quite savvy with his leash as any First Dog might be, and...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students from Wallace State Community College are bringing home 35 medals from the state SkillsUSA competition held this week in Mobile. There were 21 first-place winners, 10 second-place winners and four third-place winners.
Diesel Technology students swept the Diesel Equipment Technology category, winning first-, second- and third-place medals. Other categories had multiple winning teams or individuals from...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats were back home at Bill Shelton Field for a quarterfinals battle against Gardendale and after dropping game one to the Rockets 4-2, Cullman bounced back to take game two 3-0 and force a game three Friday night. Tucker Cagle tossed a complete game shutout for the ‘Cats in game two, allowing just two hits...
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AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats split with Mortimer Jordan, advance to North Regional
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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Lady Bearcats were back in action at the 6A, Area 13 Tournament Thursday night and after punching their ticket to the North Regional Tuesday, the ‘Cats split a pair of area finals games with Mortimer Jordan to finish as area runners-up.
Cullman 4 - Mortimer Jordan 2 (Game One) (6A, Area 13)
Cullman got in the run...
Community celebrates David Wiggins' 17-year tenure at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. – The community came out to celebrate a beloved educator Monday, May 1, when family, mentors, faculty, staff and countless current and former students gathered to celebrate David Wiggins. This school year will be Wiggins’ last at the helm of East Elementary School, where he’s been impacting students and...
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ALL-COUNTY BASEBALL: Cold Springs’ Bartlett named MVP; Freeman, West, Sutter, Voce earn top honors
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CULLMAN, Ala. – Another baseball season is in the books in Cullman County and that means there are plenty of postseason honors to be awarded. The county’s seven head coaches voted on this year’s awards and All-County teams and have selected Cold Springs’ standout shortstop and pitcher Brodee Bartlett as this year’s Most Valuable Player after helping lead the...
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday, May 6, local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. will host its Hats, Horses and Hope fundraising event.
“This Hats, Horses and Hope event is the biggest fundraising event of the year for Hope Horses,” said Hope Horses Executive Director Kelsey Rice. “All proceeds raised will go toward the Hope Horses therapeutic riding program.”
Kentucky Derby attire is...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will hold its spring online auction Thursday-Sunday, May 4-7, raising funds for its new community hub. The auction features several valuable prize packages including passes to area attractions and restaurants, along with handcrafted items.
Photos and full descriptions of the items available are available at www.agriplex.org.
Package items include:
A John Deere Peg Perego Gator XUV...
SUMITON, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Lady Eagles traveled to Sumiton Christian for the Class 2A, Area 12 Wednesday and unfortunately for Eagle fans, Cold Springs was eliminated after dropping a pair of games to Locust Fork.
Locust Fork 18 - Cold Springs 17 (2A, Area 12)
Cold Springs and Locust Fork went back-and-forth in what was a high-scoring affair in their Class...
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Lindsey Lowery, majoring in Business Administration and German from Hanceville, is among Mississippi State seniors inducted into the Gamma of Mississippi Chapter of the Phi Beta Kappa Society for 2023.
Phi Beta Kappa inductees are among the top 10% of their graduating class who have completed a broad range of liberal arts and sciences coursework, including...
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PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Give all glory to God’: Holly Pond’s Sawyer Olinger recaps sophomore season
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HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos are coming off another great basketball season that saw them collect over 20 wins and add an area title to their trophy case. Sophomore Sawyer Olinger recapped that season and talked about what all he learned, plus what it was like to play with this group of guys.
"I thought it went...
CULLMAN, Ala. – After toppling Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one and sweeping past Athens in round two, the Cullman Bearcats are set to return to Bill Shelton Field Thursday night to host Gardendale in round three. Gardendale won a very tight series with Pell City in round one and handled Hazel Green in round two to...
ROSEMONT, Ill. - On the weekend of Saturday, April 29, West Point High School joined 131 of the top quiz bowl teams from small public high schools at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago for the 2023 Small School National Championship Tournament to determine who was the best. West Point finished in eighth place in the Traditional Public Schools Division....
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – One person was killed and two injured in a multi-vehicle crash at approximately 8:15 a.m. Monday, May 1, near the 318 mile marker on Interstate 65 in Cullman County.
Alabama State Troopers said David A. Moore, 37, of Berry, was fatally injured when the 2018 RAM 3500 he was driving struck a 2012 Freightliner tractor-trailer driven...
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AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats advance to Area Championship game with 13-1 win over Pinson Valley; Tuesday scoring recap
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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats returned home to host this year’s 6A, Area 13 Tournament Tuesday night and after dropping their first game with Mortimer Jordan, the ‘Cats bounced back to win their next matchup against Pinson Valley to advance to Thursday’s Area Championship Game.
Olivia Britton reached base in the top of the first with a single...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System last week celebrated National Library Week. This year’s theme was “There’s More to the Story.”
According to the Cullman County Public Library System Director Sharon Townson, public libraries are more than just lending libraries.
“More importantly, libraries bring people together. People connect through library programs inside and outside the library,” she said....
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 39th Annual Bloomin’ Festival at St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School was a smashing success! The two-day arts and crafts festival, held April 22-23, attracted record numbers of visitors and vendors, thanks to the beautiful weather and the variety of quality handmade products on display.
People from all over the country came to Cullman to enjoy...
WEST POINT, Ala. – The evening was aglow with neon, puzzle piece motifs and plenty of pump-up music Saturday, April 29, at West Point baseball field for the 5K Sensory Fun Run to help raise funds for a sensory room at West Point Elementary School. Runners of all ages, sizes and abilities donned glow-in-the-dark necklaces and bracelets to light...
Ivey attends Hwy. 157 expansion ceremony
CULLMAN, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday cut the ceremonial ribbon on the completion of the Alabama Highway 157 four-lane expansion project. The ceremony took place at Northbrook Baptist Church, where Ivey was joined by Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs; Cullman Economic Development Agency Governmental Affairs Director Jamie Troutman; Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview; Sen....
Holly Pond 11 – Cleveland 6 (2A, Area 10)
The Lady Broncos jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the bottom of the first and after making it 4-0 in the bottom of the second, they racked up six more runs in the third to take a commanding, 10-1 lead over Cleveland. The Lady Panthers tacked on three runs in...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors didn't have the best season last season in volleyball, but the future is definitely bright for them. Freshman Patton Brookfell talked about that season, what all she learned, her first year on varsity, and what she took away from that experience.
"It wasn't the greatest. We definitely had our highs and...
How do we thank those who have taken the raw, sandy soil of the Cullman countryside and turned it into an Eden? One hundred-fifty years ago, the area’s visionary founder, Colonel Cullman, aptly predicted the sandy, pine-studded hills would become “The Garden Spot of America.”
Yesterday, it was my great honor to walk and work the Woodlands and Wildflower Garden...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Softball’s postseason will get underway for our local teams this week and it starts with several area tournament matchups Monday and Tuesday. The Cullman Lady Bearcats will be hosting their respective area tournament and everyone else will be on the road. The winner and runner-up at each area tournament will automatically qualify for the Regional Tournament.
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LB Derick Hall - Round 2, Pick 37, Seattle Seahawks
Derick Hall did not have to wait long Friday night to hear his name called. The Seattle Seahawks took the Auburn captain sixth in the second round and 37th overall. He's the first Auburn player off the board in the 2023 NFL Draft.
"It's just a blessing and an honor...
From the files of 1900
We are in receipt of a copy of E.T. Paul’s latest and greatest March entitled, “Dawn of the Century March.”
Fifteen cents buys a good broom at The Hustler. – adv.
The Honorable S.J. Griffin made a professional trip to Moulton this week.
Joe Calvert, of Bremen, was in Cullman on Wednesday.
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A couple of...
UNIVERSITY, Miss. - Kylie Wright, of Crane Hill, pursuing a B.S.B.E. in Biomedical Engineering, was honored in the 2022-23 class of Who's Who Among Students at the University of Mississippi.
Wright was in the company of 201 Ole Miss students who were recognized with the distinction during a ceremony on April 14 at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the...
Cullman Health & Rehab Center asks for help creating mural
CULLMAN, Ala. – The staff at Cullman Health & Rehab Center is asking for the community’s help creting a mural for their residents.
“We wanted something brightly colored that would liven the wall paint and bring joy to the residents,” said Activity Director Mechelle Hodgens. “The residents sit outside all of...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Five additional University of Alabama football players were drafted on night two of the 2023 NFL Draft Friday, including one second round pick and four third round selections.
Former Crimson Tide defensive back Brian Branch (No. 45, Detroit Lions) came of the board first as the lone second round selection, while offensive lineman Tyler Steen (No....
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Stiefelmeyer Building and surrounding area were damaged during an unexpected severe storm in the early morning hours of Friday, April 28, 2023. About one-third of the roof and building debris were blown away, vehicles were damaged and a power pole in the alley between First and Second Avenues Southeast was splintered.
Michael Locascio and Garrett Masters,...
CULLMAN, Ala– Dozens of cancer survivors and their family and friends gathered early Wednesday morning, April 26, for the annual Relay For Life of Cullman County Survivors’ Breakfast at Cullman Church of Christ. Survivors shared treatment milestones and memories over a buffet-style breakfast, while Holly Pond Civitans, Junior Civitans and Key Club members worked faithfully in the kitchen and...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- After defeating Mortimer Jordan in the road in round one, the Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Friday night to host Athens in round two. Cullman got things started with a 3-0 win in game one and Cooper Loftin tossed a complete game shutout on the mound to lead the way. The Bearcats trailed for most...
CULLMAN, Ala. – After capturing the Area 14 title, the Cullman Lady Bearcats were home at Oliver Woodard Stadium for the opening round of the 6A state playoffs Friday night to take on Fort Payne. Unfortunately for the home crowd, the Lady Bearcats fell behind in the first half and couldn’t catch up to the Lady Wildcats in the...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Wednesday, April 26, met with members of Relay For Life of Cullman County to declare with week of April 23-29 Relay For Life Week in the city.
“Our Relay For Life folks here in Cullman do a great job at promoting cancer awareness and in raising funds to help with cancer research,”...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College President Vicki Karolewics announced the appointment of Allen Sharpe as head coach for women’s basketball. With the departure of Jessica McBrayer to head up women’s basketball at Cullman High School, Sharpe will now assume the head coaching role for both Wallace State’s men’s and women’s teams.
“I am pleased to appoint Coach Allen...
The 1870s founders of Cullman County in the “Hill Country” of north Alabama traditionally celebrated the area’s birth year as 1873. So, 2023 is our 150th birthday celebration even though the town was legally established in 1875 and Cullman County in 1877.
Cullman County offers you these 150, fun and often FREE, ways to celebrate with us this year and...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman High School is adding some college coaching experience to its varsity girls basketball program, with Jessica McBrayer set to take over as head coach of the Lady Bearcats. McBrayer most recently led Wallace State Community College’s Lady Lions womens’ basketball team for the past several seasons, compiling an impressive record along the way.“I am honored...
Students learn digital presentation skills at Cullman City Schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at East Elementary School had an opportunity to learn about new presentation and design software as part of a recent media project in Cullman City Schools.
Students across fourth, fifth and sixth grades were tasked with using the web-based application Canva to design presentations on a variety of...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Pilot Club of Cullman on Wednesday, April 26, hosted its 28th annual Fashion Show and Luncheon at The Venue at Cotton Creek. Proceeds from the event, this year titled “Vogue 2023,” will benefit Project Lifesaver, the Pilot Light Home and the Field of Miracles.
Club president Peggy Harris was thrilled with the turnout this year, which,...
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‘The contributions they make can’t be measured’: CHS, Wallace State baseball teams support Miracle League
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CULLMAN, Ala. – This week was a special one at Field of Miracles. Both the Cullman High School and Wallace State Baseball Teams visited for a game Tuesday night and both the Bearcats and the Lions showing their support always means a great deal to the Miracle League’s players.
The Field of Miracles is a multi-use sports complex designed to...
CULLMAN, Ala.– The Link of Cullman County's Nurturing Place, a weekly gathering place for tutoring, life skill sessions and supervised visitations is officially open with refreshed paint, furnishings and decor courtesy of a grant given from the Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention. Staff, board members, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs and several community members were present as...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Former Auburn All-American and National Baseball Hall of Famer Frank Thomas will represent Auburn as a member of the 2023 class of the SEC Baseball Legends, the league office announced Wednesday.
Thomas joins Georgia's Derek Lilliquist, Kentucky's Joe Blanton and LSU's Todd Walker in the 2023 class and becomes Auburn's third SEC Baseball Legend along with Hal...
Alabama Community College System now offers rapid, no-cost training
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Salaries and demand for fiber optic technicians and installers are on the rise, and starting this week rapid, no-cost training is available for these jobs at community colleges across the state.
Through the Alabama Community College System’s Skill for Success program, Alabamians can learn how to install and maintain...
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PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Goals can be achieved through hard work and dedication’: Good Hope’s Lillie McCluskey recaps junior season
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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Last season was another special one for the Good Hope Lady Raiders as they finished with a 31-3 record, added another county and area championship to their trophy case and made their third straight trip to the Sweet 16. This was the first season playing on varsity for junior Lillie McCluskey as she talked about...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The final show for the Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts programs for the spring 2023 semester will be the annual Spring Under the Stars concert on Thursday, April 27, at 6:30 p.m. in front of the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
“This will be our third year for Spring Under the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries, funds are still available for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP).
SFMNP is a federally funded program administered by the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries’ Farmers Market Authority Section which provides seniors who meet certain financial eligibility requirements with a $50 benefit card to purchase fresh...
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point was back home at Mike Brown Field Tuesday for a senior night matchup against Falkville and the Lady Warriors celebrated the occasion with a 10-0 win over the Lady Blue Devils. West Point jumped out to a quick lead and got great pitching performances from Kortni Baker and Lexi Kimbril to shut out...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional is taking steps to build an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) at Hartselle Health Park, a multiservice outpatient facility opened by the hospital in 2021. In Alabama, health care providers must seek state approval to build or add certain health care services including ASCs. Cullman Regional has initiated the approval process by submitting a Letter...
CULLMAN, Ala. – As Autism Awareness Month comes to a close, the Cullman Police Department is set to wrap up its special patch sale fundraiser for Autism Speaks.
Police Chief David Nassetta made sure to give credit where credit is due, noting the driving force behind the fundraiser is School Resource Officer Seth Sullivan. Sullivan is on the National Association...
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Monday, April 24, Cullman County Public Library System Director Sharon Townson and Cullman County Public Library volunteer Renee Welsh, met with Dodge City Mayor Jason Burney, Councilwoman Teera Johns and Councilman Jerry Lynn to unveil a new Little Free Library in front of Dodge City Town Hall.
Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization based...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council held its second and final April meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and after approving the minutes and finances from their last meeting, the council approved a resolution to move forward on plans for a new pavilion in the city. Resolution No. 007-2023 authorized Mayor Jerry Bartlett to...
DA, sheriff, chief address recent murder convictions
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker, along with Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta on Monday April 24, 2023, held a press conference to address two murder convictions Crocker’s office obtained Thursday, April 20.
Thomas Leon McClellan was convicted of murder for the Jan. 27, 2021,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Nursing instructor Heather Ashley was named Wallace State Community College’s Teacher of the Year and Rayce Cleghorn as the college’s Student of the Year Friday, April 21, during the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s State of Education program.
“Both of these individuals are deserving of this honor,” said Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics. “Heather...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Lady Bearcats returned home Monday night to host a big local matchup against West Point and it was a tight one through four innings, but Cullman plated four runs in the fifth and two more in the sixth to pull and top the Lady Warriors 10-3.
Macayla Wilkins drew a leadoff walk for West Point to...
ALBERTVILLE, AL — Wallace State’s Men’s and Women’s Tennis teams each earned Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) titles on Saturday at Sand Mountain Recreation Area in Albertville. The men won their fifth consecutive ACCC championship, with the women winning their second. Coach Tim Garner was named ACCC Coach of the Year for the fifth time in the men’s division and second...
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PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Basketball season is always special in Cold Springs’: Zane Brown talks junior season
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BREMEN, Ala. – Last season was another fun one for the Cold Springs Eagles and they finished the year strong. Junior Zane Brown talked about all he learned during the season and what he has taken away from his time on varsity so far.
"Last season was a growing year for us. We lost a lot of seasoned guys, and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Board-certified urologist Matthew Young, MD, has joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Young is a recognized expert in robotic surgery, having been named a Surgeon of Excellence at a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery at Baptist Health Paducah by the Surgical Review Corporation in 2018. He also received the Thomas Alexander Kirkland Jr. Excellence Award in...
AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn outscored Mississippi State by seven runs in the last four innings to complete its comeback and clinch the series with a 12-11 walk-off win Sunday at Plainsman Park.The Tigers (23-16-1, 7-11 SEC) trailed 7-0 through three innings and 9-3 through five innings but battled back to complete their 11th come-from-behind win of the season and notch...
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Alabama baseball completed the sweep of Missouri with a 3-2 win on Sunday afternoon at Taylor Stadium. The Crimson Tide has now won five straight SEC games and is 9-9 in conference play, part of a 29-12 record overall.
Runs were hard to come by in the series finale, with both pitchers posting zeros until the sixth. That inning saw...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Each month, food establishments are inspected by the Alabama Department of Health and graded on every aspect of the business.
Below are the local businesses and institutions that were inspected in March.
Establishment Name: Jack's Family Restaurant -#192 -HP
Address: 10955 US Hwy 278 E
City: Holly Pond
Zip Code: 35083
Score: 91
Smoke Free: Yes
Inspection date: 3/23/2023
Establishment Name: Pooh's Corner
Address: 131 Brooklyn...
“Every storm, no matter how big and strong, passes eventually. Just know and remember that your spirit is much bigger and stronger than any storm that comes your way, and that all storms will fall apart long before you ever would.” These profoundly encouraging words are from author and photographer Doe Zantamara. You can find more inspiration from this...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama recently announced its official Spring 2023 SGA Election results and the following students were elected to either the Executive Council or as senators for their respective schools or colleges:
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
President - Collier DobbsExecutive Secretary - Olivia FrazierExecutive Vice President - Josie SchmittVice President for Academic Affairs - Johnny FosterVice President for Diversity,...
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 himself, Mrs. Lambert and two daughters.
Reverend Z.A. Dowling, a widely known minister of the Methodist...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on Thursday, April 20, welcomed two newly sworn-in deputies.
Deputy Nelson Hernandez and Deputy Francisco Ayala graduated from the Alabama Police Academy in Selma.
“The police academy is not for everyone. It is extremely demanding,” Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry said. “I am very proud of their commitment and determination. We...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Together with dozens of other NC3 Leadership Schools across the country, Wallace State Community College hosted its fifth NC3 National Letter of Intent Signing Day on Thursday, April 20, welcoming more than 60 students into seven different applied technology programs.
New and prospective career and technical education (CTE) students who are enrolling at Wallace State for the 2023-24 academic...
CULLMAN, Ala. – More than 1,100 area fourth graders on Friday, April 21, attended the 18th annual Water Festival: “The Wonderful World of Water” at Wallace State Community College. The festival was organized by the Water Systems of Cullman County.
The event was coordinated by Robin Neal, who has overseen the event since it was created in 2005. The event...
An earlier version of this article incorrectly reported that teacher Amanda Stidham is a teacher at East Elementary School. She is a teacher at Cullman City Primary School. We regret the error.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the 2023 State of Education luncheon, recognizing the Career Technical Student of the Year, Student of the...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School Performing Arts debuted its production of the musical “Newsies” Thursday night. The last two performances are today, Saturday, April 22, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the school auditorium.
This musical has several fun dance numbers, choregraphed by Cullman High School Choral Director Sarah Jane Skinner, who is also responsible for the music.
According...
Cullman 11 - New Hope 3 (Softball)
New Hope struck first in their opening at-bats as a two-run home run with one out gave them a 2-0 lead, but Cullman answered right back in their half. Haley Shannon and Kylie Stracener each reached base on a bunt single to lead off the inning. With one out, Taylor Au hit an...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met at City Hall on Tuesday, April 18, 2023.
City Arborist Charles Chandler reported that several trees on the rights-of-way or easements have been removed in recent weeks due to disease or damage, and several others have been trimmed. He explained that he works for the Street Department, but also responds to concerns...
KIMBERLY, Ala. – After splitting the first two matchups with the Blue Devils Thursday night, the Bearcats returned to Mortimer Jordan Friday afternoon for a game three and punched their ticket to the second round for the 21st consecutive season with a 3-1 win. Riley Jackson got the start on the mound and earned the win after tossing five...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Megan Montgomery Foundation recently awarded Wallace State Community College a grant to educate students about healthy and unhealthy relationships. The Megan Montgomery Foundation’s mission is to prevent relationship violence before it starts, and, with a focus on education, supports several Alabama colleges and universities.
The Foundation’s award of $5,000 to Wallace State will allow the college...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday declared April 23-29, 2023, National Library Week in the county.
Chairman Jeff Clemons nominated Tanya Allcorn to the Cullman County Library Board of Trustees. The nomination was approved.
“I’ve never worked with anyone that’s got the heart for the library like you do,” Clemons told Allcorn.
The commission also declared April 30-May 6,...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Morris, Alabama, man was convicted of reckless murder on Thursday, April 20, 2023, in Cullman County. Brett Steven Amerson’s conviction stems from a hit-and-run crash in 2018 that took the life of Bradley Ray Patterson, 39, of Holly Pond.
“This conviction is a result of the December 18, 2018 DUI crash on Highway 157 near the...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope hosted the East Lawrence Lady Eagles in a Thursday afternoon softball matchup. It was all Lady Raiders from the start as they jumped out to an early lead and never relinquished it as they rolled to a 16-0 shutout win over East Lawrence.
Good Hope got their first run of the game in their...
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PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman splits 1st round matchups at Mortimer Jordan, game 3 set for Friday
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KIMBERLY, Ala. – The Bearcats hit the road Thursday night to face Mortimer Jordan in the opening round of the 6A State Playoffs and split the first two matchups with the Blue Devils, forcing a rubber match on Friday. Cullman dropped a tight game one 3-2 but bounced back to take game two 7-0 and will return to Mortimer...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County jury on Thursday, April 20, 2023, convicted Thomas Leon McClellan of murder for the Jan. 27, 2021, slaying of his wife, Tammy McClellan of Arkadelphia.The four-day trial began Monday, April 17, with Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker and Assistant District Attorney Tina Burgett prosecuting the case.“I would first like thank the jury...
This is one in a series of stories celebrating Community College Month during April.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - When Mary Beth Sellers graduated from Wallace State in 2012, she left with more than a diploma and credits transferring to Auburn University. She also carried with her relationships that have continued to this day.
Sellers said she had always planned to attend Wallace...
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‘You can do anything if you set a goal and stick to it’: Good Hope’s Katie Parrish talks 8th grade year
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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – In this interview, I spoke with Good Hope eighth grader Katie Parrish and she shared a lot about what all she has learned this season and what she enjoys most about competing with this team.
"Last season was my first year running track and it was awesome. I qualified for state and got to run at...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. –Winners of theFourth Congressional District Art Competition were honored Monday at a ceremony at the Evelyn Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts at Wallace State Community College.
This year, all eight category winners received scholarships to Wallace State. The Best of Show winner, Alliana Chenault, from Lawrence County High School received a full, two-year scholarship. The...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) students, through NASA’s High school students United with NASA to Create Hardware (HUNCH) program, machined components for the International Space Station (ISS).
According to NASA HUNCH mentor Bill Gibson, the HUNCH program was started in 2003 and has since expanded to include hundreds of high schools nationwide.
Under the supervision of Precision Machining...