Cullman County Youth Football Week 5 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week five of the youth football season is now in the books and the playoff picture is slowly starting to take shape. There were some huge games with several teams looking to clinch some playoff spots Saturday. The Vinemont Eagles hosted...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles claim titles at Kudzu Hills, Cullman competes at Black & Gold Classic
BREMEN, Ala. – This year’s annual Kudzu Hills Invitational was hosted at Cold Springs High School Saturday morning and both the Eagles and Lady Eagles showed out on their home turf. Both Jayden Allred (16:11.00) and Reagan Parris (20:07.80) bested their respective fields to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats fall late at Mortimer Jordan 24-20
KIMBERLY, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats made the drive south to Jefferson County to take on the Mortimer Jordan Blue Devils in a closely fought, non-region game that went back and forth and was eventually won by the Blue Devils 24-20.
Mortimer Jordan took the...
‘We are more like family than just a team’: Cullman’s Zadria Thompson enjoying senior season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman senior dance line captain Zadria Thompson will be heading into her third and final season on the dance line and her first as the captain. She has enjoyed every second of that experience so far and has learned so much.
"It...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 4 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week four of the youth football season is now in the books and there were some huge games that went on around the local area. The Good Hope Raiders hosted the Holly Pond Broncos, the Vinemont Eagles traveled to take on...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats handle Lee-Huntsville for homecoming 40-7
CULLMAN, Ala. – After a couple weeks on the road, the Cullman Bearcats were back home at Oliver Woodard Stadium for homecoming Friday night and the ‘Cats celebrated with a 40-7 win over the Generals of Lee-Huntsville.
Cullman’s Jackson Sessions took the opening kickoff and returned the...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 3 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- It's near the halfway point of the 2023 Cullman County Youth Football season and there were more than a handful of intriguing games going on locally this weekend. The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted the Vinemont Eagles, the West Point Warriors traveled to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats bounce back with 21-14 win at Decatur
DECATUR, Ala. – On a beautiful night for high school football, the Cullman Bearcats made another trip north to take on the Decatur Red Raiders in a critical region matchup. The Bearcats were able to step up defensively and hold the Red Raiders out...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs’ Edgeworth, Holly Pond’s Barnett earn wins at Chickasaw Trails Invitational
MOULTON, Ala. – Several local schools made the trip over to Moulton for this year’s Chickasaw Trails Invitational and a pair of local runners outpaced their respective fields and returned home with wins. Cold Springs’ Ethan Edgeworth placed first in the large schools’ boys...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats fall at No. 6 Hartselle 42-0
HARTSELLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats drove north to Hartselle to take on the Tigers in their first 6A, Region 7 Friday night. Hartselle got off to a slow start but ended up dominating the Bearcats to win the game 42-0.
The Cullman defense held...
Cullman County Youth Football week 1 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – After high temperatures postponed last week’s games, the 2023 Cullman County Youth Football season officially kicked off Saturday and there were some great games happening all over the county. The Vinemont Eagles hosted the West Point Warriors, the Good Hope Raiders...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs’ Edgeworth, Cullman’s Barnett place 1st in Scottsboro, Moulton
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. – Cold Springs and Cullman both hit the road Saturday morning to compete in this year’s Scottsboro Invitational and Pepsi XC Challenge respectively and both of them returned home with winners. Cold Springs’ Ethan Edgeworth cooked the rest of the large schools’...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman collects 15-13 win at Jasper
JASPER, Ala. – The Bearcats were on the road Friday night to renew their rivalry with the Jasper Vikings, and it was another tight battle between the ‘Cats and the Vikings. Special teams miscues by Jasper allowed Cullman to take an early lead but...
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Cultivate Cullman Chowchow
The first rule of CULTIVATE CULLMAN CHOWCHOW is: DO NOT talk about how your chowchow recipe is the ultimate. There is no “BEST” recipe for chowchow. There are many superb variations of this medley of chopped, vinegar-steeped, garden goodness.
The second rule of CULTIVATE CULLMAN...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats drop season opener to Mars Hill 55-21
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats opened up the 2023 season at home on a hot, humid Thursday night against perennial 3A power Mars Hill and after boing blow for blow with the Panthers throughout the first half, Cullman wasn’t able to continue that pace...
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: 10 treks through the Tree Museum
Whether you are moseying around the “mirror lake,” waddling with the ducks, rumbling with the train, power walking or pussyfooting, here are:
10 TERRIFIC TREKS THROUGH THE SPORTSMAN LAKE TREE MUSEUM
YAPPY HOUR HIKE with your mutt, also your dog—Sportsman Lake Park has a doggone great...
Cullman County Youth Football Jamboree scoring recap
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Cullman County Youth Football season officially kicks off next week but our local youth squads got a chance to play jamboree games at Vinemont High School Friday and Saturday to prepare before the regular season gets underway.
Friday, Aug. 18
Fireplug: Vinemont 18 - Fairview...
Cullman Savings Bank to open new drive-through location with retail space, boutique hotel
CULLMAN, Ala. – A new Cullman Savings Bank building will open later this year, and it will have some unique features. Not only will it serve as the bank’s new drive-through location, the building will also have three retail spaces, along with a second-floor,...
PREP CHEER: ‘Supporting your teammates leads to a successful and fulfilling cheerleading experience’: Cullman’s Siddalee Drake ready for upcoming cheer season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman senior cheerleader Siddalee Drake has had an amazing experience on the Bearcats cheer team so far and has learned so much from her fellow cheerleaders.
"It's been an amazing experience and I'm so glad I get to experience it with the...
Cullman Swim & Dive Team celebrates record-breaking season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim and Dive Team held its end of the season banquet at Loft 212 Sunday Aug. 13 and at the banquet, each swimmer and diver was recognized with a trophy for how many years they have competed in the program. State...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Cullman is my home away from home’: Cullman’s Shayley Vogelaar reflects on Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Cullman soccer player Shayley Vogelaar and she shared some of her favorite memories from her Bearcat days. One of her favorite things was the opportunity to play alongside some great seniors.
"Some of my favorite memories...
PREP SOCCER: ‘You have to work with everyone involved to accomplish what needs to get done’: Cullman’s Mimi Lunsford reflects on Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cullman’s Mimi Lunsford talked about her time playing soccer for the Bearcats and she shared some of the many memories she made during those years.
"Although all the games and trips were some of the best...
Cullman Oktoberfest opens T-shirt design contest to local students
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) is introducing a fresh twist to this year’s Oktoberfest T-shirt designs. This year, local students will compete by age groups as the festival aims to foster a sense of community and encourage budding artists...
Cullman Swim Team places 2nd at ARPA State Championships
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim & Dive team finishes 2nd in the state following an outstanding performance. They have achieved this ranking for three consecutive seasons.
Coaches:
Charis Peek, head coach
Logan Holley, assistant coach
6 & UNDER BOYS
CJ Curry- 25y Free (9th), 25y Back (8th)
6 &...
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local sports legends gathered with family and friends at Stone Bridge Farms Saturday night to celebrate one of Cullman County’s most important sporting traditions. 12 new members were inducted into the Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame and the Class of...
Cullman’s Sosa wins scholarship during Miss Alabama competition
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Two UA students placed in the Top 5 at the Miss Alabama pageant held June 28 through July 1. Ibby Dickson was named second runner-up and Hannah Adams was named third runner-up during the final night of competition.
Their placement in the...
Kallhoff gives city schools construction update
CULLMAN, Ala. – Construction projects at Cullman Middle School and Cullman City Primary School began in May 2022, and according to Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, the project at the primary school is set to be completed on schedule in mid-October. He said...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Inspire the younger girls on the team’: Cullman’s Sadie Graham recaps sophomore season
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats are coming off another great softball season in which they finished runners-up in the Class 6A, Area 13 tournament and clinched a spot at the North Regional. Sophomore Sadie Graham saw a lot of growth from her...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Col. Cullmann’s 200th birthday party
CULTIVATE CULLMAN: The Countywide Arts and Gardening Celebration is joining with the “sister city” group, “Friends of Frankweiler,” to salute Cullman County’s founder, Colonel John G. Cullmann, on the anniversary of his 200th birthday this Sunday, July 2, 2023.
Colonel Cullmann was born 200 years...
Cullman Sportscards & Fun Shop opens new location
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Sportscards & Fun Shop officially opened the doors of its new location in downtown Cullman Wednesday morning and owner Johnny Kampis is excited to welcome everyone to the new space. Kampis first opened the store in April 2021 near East...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Handle tough situations with Jesus and class’: Cullman’s Olivia Britton looks back on Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cullman senior softball player, Olivia Britton. Olivia made a lot of great memories during her playing days with the Bearcats and feels lucky to have played alongside some amazing teammates at Cullman.
"My favorite softball memories...
Cullman Oktoberfest 2023 dates, details announced
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Oktoberfest 2023 – which will also celebrate the 150th anniversary of Cullman – will take place Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 28-30.
The expanded biergarten, located at Festhalle, will officially open at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 28.
The must-see parade, including a horse-drawn German...
Fairview’s Green, Cullman’s Troutman earn Alfa Foundation Scholarships
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Two Cullman County students – Landon Green of Fairview and Luke Troutman of Cullman – were recently selected as two of 100 recipients of the 2023-24 Alfa Foundation Scholarship Program.
Green is an upcoming freshman at The University of Alabama, and Troutman is a sophomore at Auburn University...
‘Bless Your Sole’
Curt’s Closet gears up for back to school with shoe drive
CULLMAN, Ala. – Five years in, Cullman’s Curt’s Closet, a clothing ministry that offers children of families in need a chance to “shop” in a boutique setting without any cost to the customer, is...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘If you are going to do something, do it 100%’: Cullman’s Haley Shannon recaps Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Cullman softball standout Haley Shannon, and she had a lot of great memories to share from her years playing for the Bearcats. More than anything, she feels blessed to have played alongside some great...
PREP SOCCER: ‘God has a plan for my life’: Cullman’s Abby Morrow recaps Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cullman senior soccer standout Abby Morrow. Abby made a lot of great memories playing soccer and feels blessed to have played alongside some great girls and learned from some great coaches during her career. She...
Taziki’s partners with, donates $1K to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. – Keith Richards, owner of the new Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe in Cullman, announced a partnership with Cullman Caring for Kids at the restaurant’s grand opening and ribbon cutting on Thursday, June 15, 2023.
Richards said that while Taziki’s has always practiced the love...
‘It’s been really special’: More than 70 players participate in inaugural Tanner Malin Youth Football Camp
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – This week was a special one for all aspiring young football stars in Good Hope. Thursday and Friday, more than 70 young players gathered at James W. Shabel Stadium to participate in the first ever Tanner Malin Youth Football Camp,...
City reveals planned Depot Park transformation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Back in May, the City of Cullman announced it would be making improvements to Depot Park, including changes to the park’s infrastructure. On Tuesday, June 13, renderings showing what the park will look like in the future were released.
“These improvements will...
Cullman City School Board recognizes art students; Orr stepping down to join Chamber of Commerce
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board held its June meeting at the City Schools Central Office Tuesday morning and to kick things off, the board recognized three Cullman High School students, two of which were present, for their impressive showings in this...
Joey Orr departs Cullman City School Board for Chamber of Commerce post
CULLMAN, Ala. -- With Cullman City School Board member Joey Orr taking over the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce as the group’s new president, she has announced she will be stepping away from her place on the school board as she takes on this...
Copper Cricket hops into town
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s boutique scene is ever-changing, with specialized storefronts offering a host of home decor, bespoke garments and accessories as well as handmade gifts. The Copper Cricket, the newest addition, features all the above and more.
Owners of The Copper Cricket and mother-daughter-duo,...
2nd Fridays are back!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Friday, June 9, marked the return of 2nd Fridays in downtown Cullman. The summertime favorite is hosted by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism in and around the Warehouse District.
Cullman Mayor Woody...
ALL-STATE SOFTBALL: Cullman’ Shannon lands on 6A 1st team; Holly Pond’s Rickman earns 2A 2nd team honors
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Sports Writers Association has made its selections for this year’s All-State softball teams and a pair of local standouts earned All-State recognitions. Cullman’s Haley Shannon put together an outstanding senior season to earn 6A first team honors and nearby...
Wallace State’s Emily Simon earns place on NFCA NJCAA All-American Team
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Softball player Emily Simon has been selected as a member of 2023 National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) DI All-American second team. Simon, a freshman from Athens, was also named to the...
Symbols of their sacrifices
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteers and members of Cullman VFW Post 2214 on Friday, May 26, placed American flags along U.S. Highway 31, as they do every year for not only Memorial Day, but also the 4th of July and Veterans Day.
The flags flying in...
Brent Patterson retires as teacher from CHS
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Longtime Cullman High School teacher and varsity baseball coach Brent Patterson is retiring from the school as a teacher. Though he is retiring from teaching, it is still possible for Patterson to continue coaching baseball at Cullman High School in the...
PREP SOCCER: Several local standouts earn All-State honors
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama’s high school soccer coaches have voted on this year’s All-State selections and the teams were announced this week. Several local players earned All-State honors and Cullman standout Abby Morrow led the way, landing on this year’s Super All-State (1A-7A) First...
Dinner on First: New location, same feel
CULLMAN, Ala. – Dinner on First, hosted annually by the Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) Foundation, looked a little different this year. The event usually takes place outside along First Avenue in the Warehouse District. However, due to weather concerns, The Venue...
CHS seniors celebrate college picks with sidewalk art
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seniors preparing to depart Cullman High School have earned close to $5 million and counting in scholarships, so the school celebrated with a bit of an impromptu art project on the quad to showcase their college and career choices last week.
Seniors...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats fall in 6A semifinals at No. 1 Oxford
OXFORD, Ala. -- Rain postponed the Class 6A semifinals matchup between Cullman and Oxford Wednesday night, but the Bearcats and the Jackets were able to get things underway Thursday. Unfortunately for the Cullman faithful that made the trip back, Oxford jumped out to an...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for semifinal battle at No. 1 Oxford
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....
STATE TRACK MEET: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles capture 2A State Championships; locals shine in Cullman, Gulf Shores
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...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats advance to state semifinals with dramatic, 4-2 win over Gardendale
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...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman splits opening games with Gardendale, Game 3 set for Friday
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...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats split with Mortimer Jordan, advance to North Regional
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...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for round 3 clash with Gardendale
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...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats advance to Area Championship game with 13-1 win over Pinson Valley; Tuesday scoring recap
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...
PREP SOFTBALL: Area tournaments slated for this week
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....
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats sweep Athens to advance to round 3
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...
PREP SOCCER PLAYOFFS: Cullman falls to Fort Payne 3-0
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...
PREP BASKETBALL: CHS hires WSCC’s Jessica McBrayer as new varsity girls basketball coach
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...
‘The contributions they make can’t be measured’: CHS, Wallace State baseball teams support Miracle League
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...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Bearcats pull away to top West Point 10-3
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...
‘Newsies’ debuts; last shows today
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...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Bearcats collect wins over New Hope, Priceville
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...
Tree Commission discusses achievements, plans for future
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...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats advance to round 2 with 3-1 win at Mortimer Jordan
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....
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman splits 1st round matchups at Mortimer Jordan, game 3 set for Friday
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...
CATA students machine parts for International Space Station
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...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman handles Pinson Valley on senior night 11-1
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Lady Bearcats returned home Tuesday night to host Pinson Valley and celebrated senior night with an 11-1 win over the Lady Indians. The three seniors, Haley Shannon, Olivia Britton and Emma-Claire Wilson were recognized before the game and Wilson ended...
Good Hope’s Arnold lands on 2023 Bassmaster High School All-State Fishing Team
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Fifty-two of the most outstanding high school anglers from across the country have been named to the 2023 Bassmaster High School All-State Fishing Team presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors.
The students were selected for the honor based on their success in...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point rolls past Fairview 14-4, Bearcats take 21-13 shootout at Madison Academy
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies made the trip over to West Point for some Monday night softball action and it was even after one inning, but it was all West Point the rest of the way and the Lady Warriors ended up...
PREP BASEBALL: State playoffs set to begin this week
CULLMAN, Ala. – The postseason has arrived, and five local teams are preparing to compete in this year’s playoff field. Addison, Hanceville and Cullman will be getting round one started on the road Friday night and the Arabian Knights and the Cold Springs Eagles...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman earns 11-4 road win at Albertville
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. -- The Cullman Lady Bearcats traveled to Albertville to face off against the Lady Aggies Friday afternoon and Cullman got off to a very quick start at the plate on the way to an 11-4 win. Reese Hopper led the way with six RBIs...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman drops area series opener to Hartselle
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Tuesday night to host an area battle with Hartselle but unfortunately for the home crowd, the Tigers plated nine runs in the fourth inning to take a commanding lead and eventually went on...
CMS teacher in Alabama ‘Sweet 16’ for Teacher of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - March Madness might be over, but there’s still one more Sweet 16 worth keeping an eye on well into April, as a teacher at Cullman Middle School has made the cut in Alabama’s “Sweet 16” to select the state’s Teacher of...
Cullman City Schools Foundation honors teachers, alumni
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Schools Foundation on Thursday, April 6, hosted its 12th annual Distinguished Alumni and Service Awards Luncheon. The event honored Teachers of the Year, as well as the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award and 2023 Distinguished Service Award winners.
“On behalf...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats earn 22nd straight postseason berth with 4-1 win over Muscle Shoals
CULLMAN, Ala. – After defeating Muscle Shoals on the road earlier this week, the Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Thursday night to finish the area series with the Trojans and Cullman clinched its 22nd consecutive playoff appearance with a 4-1 win in...
PREP BASEBALL: Broncos pick up 13-3 win over Cold Springs; Monday scoring recap
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond hosted the Cold Springs Eagles for a Monday afternoon county matchup game and after jumping out to an early lead, the Broncos never looked back on their way to a 13-3 win.
Cold Springs got in the run column...
Wiggins coasts to victory on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – After moving into the lead on Day 2, Jordan Wiggins put it to ‘em on the final day of the Toyota Series Presented by Phoenix Boats Central Division event on Lewis Smith Lake for the win. Weighing 14 pounds, 8 ounces...
Jacobs declares Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Wednesday, March 22, proclaimed April Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month in the city of Cullman. The proclamation was presented to Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) Executive Director Steven Sutter and Senior Director Javon Daniel. CCK...
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Cats split senior night matchups with Bob Jones, Golden
CULLMAN, Ala. – After completing the area sweep of Decatur on the road Thursday night, the ‘Cats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Friday night to host a senior night doubleheader. Cullman got things started with a matchup against Bob Jones and before the...
Cullman City School Board recognizes faculty, staff, students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman School Board on Tuesday recognized several faculty, staff and students for their accomplishments.
The board recognized Cullman High School (CHS) Student of the Month Avielle Shadrick, CHS Support Person of the Month Randy Sweatmon and CHS Teacher of the Month...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman collects 6-3 area win over Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala. – After picking up a road win at Buckhorn Monday night, the Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Tuesday to open up area play against Decatur. The Red Raiders took an early lead but the ‘Cats rallied in the later innings...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Aggies down Cold Springs 9-4
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Cold Springs Lady Eagles made a trip over to Fairview to take on the Lady Aggies and Cold Springs held the lead midway through the game, but Fairview took over after that and used a big fourth and fifth inning...
Cullman City Council talks PALS cleanup, WildWater
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night addressed the upcoming Cullman County/City Cleanup sponsored by Cullman People Against A Littered State (PALS). The event will take place Saturday, April 15, from 8 a.m.-noon. Residents can obtain free trash bags by contacting...
‘It was a dream come true:’ Cullman’s Kacie Griffith talks cheer career
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Former Cullman Bearcat Cheerleader Kacie Griffith graduated from Cullman High School in 2018 and her cheer career continued on the plains at Auburn University. Kacie talked about her experience at Cullman, starting with the beginning of her journey with the JV...
‘You have to keep pushing yourself no matter how hard it gets’: Cullman’s Ashton Story discusses her cheer journey
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Former Bearcat varsity Cheerleader Ashton Story graduated from Cullman High School in 2020 but her cheer career was far from over. She went to Shelton State for two years before transferring to the University of Alabama last year and Ashton talked...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope’s Maddox, Cold Springs’ Dickerson earn 1st team All-State honors; Arab’s Kitchens named 5A Coach of the Year
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Sports Writers Association released its All-State awards Sunday morning, and the list was packed with local names. Good Hope and Cold Springs standouts Ivey Maddox and Ella Dickerson both earned spots on this year's 4A and 2A All-State first...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman shuts out Mortimer Jordan 5-0
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Lady Bearcats returned home to host Mortimer Jordan on a chilly Tuesday night and Emma Claire Wilson collected 12 strikeouts over seven shutout innings to help lead the ‘Cats to a 5-0 win over the Lady Blue Devils.
Mortimer Jordan led...
EMS telecommunicators: Unsung heroes behind the scenes
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The men and women and who make up Cullman’s first responder community are tasked with keeping the county and its residents safe and protected. Emergency calls come in at all hours of the day and night from people in desperate...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman tops West Point on the road 13-2
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats traveled to West Point for a matchup with the Lady Warriors Monday night and returned home with an impressive, 13-2 win. Cullman plated 10 runs in the top of the third to take a commanding lead...
City Sanitation announces green waste material service change
Starting March 6th, to ensure compliance with the EPA's Environmental Regulations Concerning Inert Landfills, the Sanitation/Recycling Department will not pick up grass, leaves, or other green waste materials bagged in non-biodegradable plastic bags. Residents who bag their waste materials (grass, leaves, etc.) must use biodegradable...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont tops Cold Springs on the road 9-7; Saturday scoring recap
BREMEN, Ala. -- Vinemont traveled to take on Cold Springs Saturday morning and Vinemont didn't waste any time getting on the scoreboard first. Hayden Robinson hit a leadoff double and moved to third on a wild pitch. An RBI groundout by Jake Hale gave...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats fall to Vestavia Hills 6-3
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats were back home at Bill Shelton Field Tuesday night to host a matchup with Vestavia Hills but unfortunately for the home crowd, Cullman couldn’t get its bats going consistently and the Rebels were able to leave with a 6-3...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison, Holly Pond collect road wins Friday night
BREMEN, Ala. – Addison hit the road Friday night for a matchup with the Cold Springs Eagles and the Bulldogs plated six runs in the top half of the sixth to pull away from Cold Springs return home with a 10-6 win.
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PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman takes season-opener over Brewer 5-1
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Lady Bearcats got their season underway against Brewer Tuesday night and Emma Claire Wilson went the distance in her first start of the season to help secure a 5-1 win for the Lady Bearcats.
Wilson gave up a one-out double to...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman’s postseason run ends with 64-44 loss to Buckhorn
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Bearcats returned to Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Friday to face Buckhorn in this year’s Northwest Regional semifinal and the defending 6A State Champions had their hands full with the Bucks. The ‘Cats trailed 26-21 at the half and trimmed...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman cruises past Clay-Chalkville 64-37, advances to NW Regional
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman returned home after winning the 6A, Area 14 Tournament at Hartselle last week and welcomed Clay-Chalkville into Bearcat Arena for Sub-Regional matchup. The ‘Cats took control early in the first half and pulled away as the second half went on...
