J.B. Pennington Holds Off Hard Charging St. Bernard

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CULLMAN – J.B. Pennington claimed two victories on the hardwood this week over St. Bernard. The first was Monday night in Blountsville, with it...

Cold Springs Survives Vinemont Challenge in Home Opener

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COLD SPRINGS - Putting up 28 points in the second quarter to break a tie was the determining factor for the Cold Springs Eagles...

Cold Springs Basketball Teams Score 68 Points Each to Open the Season in defeating...

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JASPER - Agreeing to play in front of the student body along with an entertaining pep band, the Cold Springs Eagles never showed signs...
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A Great Heart is Reflected On the Head

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CULLMAN - On Thursday the principal, faculty and students of East Elementary witnessed heroic acts of courage and love when 12 boys and one...
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Winterizing Your Car: Advice from Local Experts to Keep You Going All Winter Long

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CULLMAN - It’s that time of year again, time to drag out the coats and sweaters and hunker down in a nice warm place....
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Pastor Bussman Establishes a Non-profit Organization

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CULLMAN - Pastor John Bussman at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church has just started a nonprofit organization called The Ends of the Earth Foundation. It...
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Independent Film: “Go With Le Flo”

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HANCEVILLE - The Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers brought yet another engaging and entertaining film to Wallace State Community College called “Go With...
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Georgia Woman with Connections to Many Cullman Folks

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Harriett Elizabeth (Waldrop) Bush CULLMAN - Believe it or not, even though she was a life-long citizen of Georgia, this little lady has a lot...
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OBITUARY: Harold Lee Oldacre

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Funeral services for Harold Lee Oldacre, age 83 of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
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OBITUARY: Alesia Nell Harris Cordes

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Funeral Services for Alesia Nell Harris Cordes, age 53 of Crane Hill, will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2014 at 2 p.m. at...
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OBITUARY: Diane C. ShawHolly Pond Funeral Home

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Diane C. Shaw, age 58, of Cullman (formerly Holly Pond) passed away early Tuesday morning. She was born in Pensacola, Florida to Rayburn and...
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Donate Food to Deplete Library Fines

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CULLMAN - ‘Food for Fines’ is back at the Cullman County Public Library. This Monday, the library began taking donations of canned food items...
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Wallace State baseball has three sophomores ink with four-year institutions during early signing period

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HANCEVILLE - Wallace State’s baseball team recently had three sophomores officially commit to play with four-year institutions during the early signing period. Sophomore pitcher Chad...
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Jammin’ Out in Cullman County

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CULLMAN - At the Agricultural Trade Center, the music was booming and feet were tapping as country and southern rock sounds filled the building....
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Community Women United in Prayer

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CULLMAN - The goal of Community Women United in Prayer is to unite women and make them conscious of the mission statement of the...
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Cullman Pilot Club Selling Priester’s Pecans

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CULLMAN - Looks like Priester’s Pecan season is here again. Usually around this time of year, the Cullman Pilot Club begins one of its...
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Cullman Applebee’s Honors POW MIA Veterans

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CULLMAN – The Cullman Applebee’s Restaurant loves our veterans. Last Tuesday on Veterans Day, not only did they feed our veterans for free all...
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OBITUARY: Marie Tucker Keel

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Marie Tucker Keel, age 80, passed peacefully from this life on November 16, 2014 at her home in Cullman, Alabama. She was born on...
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OBITUARY: Jose Antonio Diaz

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Funeral services for Jose Antonio Diaz, 82, of Hanceville will be held on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014 at 3 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home...
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OBITUARY: Inez Mercer Wilkins

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Funeral services for Inez Mercer Wilkins, 85, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 19th, at Longview Church of God, Rev. Charles...
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT: Deborah Kay Graham

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Memorial services for Deborah Kay Graham, 50, of Cullman, are incomplete at this time and will be given at a later date. Cullman Funeral Home...
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OBITUARY: Bess A. Oden

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Funeral services for Bess A. Oden, 104, will be Wednesday, November 19, 2014 from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home. Visitation will...
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Christ Lutheran Church Tornado Memorial Patio

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CULLMAN - The Tornado Memorial Patio at Christ Lutheran Church is a tribute to the Cullman community’s strength following the devastating storms on April...
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City and State Officials Rally for Coal Jobs

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CULLMAN - On a cold and windy Thursday morning, activists, senators, city officials and others gathered in front of City Hall to talk about...
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Donut Joe’s Promises Big Smiles, Hot Coffee and Fresh Donuts

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CULLMAN - A new shop has opened its doors to the public recently, and the smell wafting in the air around it is absolutely...
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OBITUARY: Robert Earl Lange

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Funeral service for Robert Earl Lange, 64, of Cullman will be at 7 p.m., Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Pastor...
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OBITUARY: William Paul “Bill” Peyton

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Funeral services for Mr. William Paul "Bill" Peyton, age 82 of Cullman will be Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at 11 a.m. from Moss-Service Chapel,...
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OBITUARY: Hilda Lavell Mow

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Mrs. Hilda Lavell Mow passed away November 14, 2014 at her residence. She was 92 years old. Funeral services will be held Monday November...
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OBITUARY: Pearlie Opaline Harper

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Pearlie Opaline Harper, age 89 of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014 at Woodland Village Nursing Home. Funeral services will be...
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OBITUARY: Marie B. Green

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Mrs. Marie B. Green passed away November 14, 2014 at Cullman Health Care Center. She was 77 Years old. Funeral Services will be held November...
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OBITUARY: Ima Bonds

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A Memorial Service for Ima Bonds, age 91 of Vinemont, will be on Sunday, November 16, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
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OBITUARY: Larry Jack McNabb

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Funeral Services for Mr. Larry Jack McNabb, age 57 of Cullman will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at Center...
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3rd Annual Strides Walk Set for Saturday

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CULLMAN - This Saturday, November 15, the Cullman Community Lions Club is hosting the 3rd Annual Strides Walk at Heritage Park. The walk begins at...
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Red Cross Offers Classes on How to Make a Disaster-Ready Kit

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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...
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CRMC Earns Recognition from The Joint Commission

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CULLMAN - Cullman Regional Medical Center today announced it has been recognized as 2013 Top Performer on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission, the...

OBITUARY: Marc Miller, Sr.

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Marc Miller, Sr. passed away Sunday, November 9 at his home. Born October 23, 1932 to Willie Mandy Patterson Miller and Arthur Leo Miller....
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OBITUARY: Dorothy Zuiderhoek Weathersby

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Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Zuiderhoek Weathersby, age 90 of Cullman will be 11 a.m. Friday, November 14, 2014 at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church,...
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OBITUARY: Sister Mary Stella Williams

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Funeral Mass for Sister Mary Stella Williams, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2014 at Sacred Heart...
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OBITUARY: Mary Ellen Morris

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Funeral services for Mary Ellen Morris, age 81 of Vinemont, will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
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OBITUARY: Edward Lawrence Smith

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Funeral services for Edward Lawrence Smith, 56, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m., Thursday, November 13th, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Steve...
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT: Sonja Faye Walker

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Memorial services for Sonja Faye Walker, 70, of Vinemont are incomplete and will be given at a later date. Mrs. Walker passed away Wednesday evening,...
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Be Winter Aware: Keep Your Pets Safe This Winter

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CULLMAN - Last winter was one of the coldest on record for Alabama. Multiple polar vortexes caused higher than average snowfall and temperatures were...

OBITUARY: Marc Miller, Sr.

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Marc Miller, Sr. passed away Sunday, November 9 at his home. Born October 23, 1932 to Willie Mandy Patterson Miller and Arthur Leo Miller....
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OBITUARY: Dorothy Zuiderhoek Weathersby

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Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Zuiderhoek Weathersby, age 90 of Cullman will be 11 a.m. Friday, November 14, 2014 at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church,...
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OBITUARY: Sister Mary Stella Williams

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Funeral Mass for Sister Mary Stella Williams, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2014 at Sacred Heart...
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OBITUARY: Mary Ellen Morris

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Funeral services for Mary Ellen Morris, age 81 of Vinemont, will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
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OBITUARY: Edward Lawrence Smith

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Funeral services for Edward Lawrence Smith, 56, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m., Thursday, November 13th, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Steve...
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Remembering Our Heroes

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CULLMAN - East Elementary School held their Veterans Day program on last Thursday for students, faculty, staff, parents and community members to attend with...
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Veterans Day Program Educates and Inspires

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HANCEVILLE - Hanceville Elementary School presented their “Symbols of Freedom” Veterans Day Program on November 7, 2014.  The elementary students sponsored the event and...
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Cullman Christian School Hosts Annual Holiday Auction

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CULLMAN - The 6th Annual Holiday Auction for Cullman Christian School was held at Loft 212 on Friday evening. This annual fundraising event included...
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Red Door Emporium – Art, Café and Community

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CULLMAN - Cullman is now home to a very unique place; a place where you can find delicious food, amazing coffees, fantastic artwork and...
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Peoples Bank Of Alabama Announces Tim Williams, New Bank President

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CULLMAN - Peoples Bank of Alabama (PBAL) announces Tim Williams has been elected to serve as the new President and the newest member of...
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H.O.P.E. Hosts Ride and Run to Benefit Special Needs Riders

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CULLMAN - The cold weather may have dampened the crowd, but not the spirit of the participants of the Ride and Run to Benefit...
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Werner’s Trading Company Now Offers Bike Rentals at Reasonable Rates

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CULLMAN - Cullman is a beautiful area that is worth exploring; our beautiful town, parks and wooded areas make this a great place to...

Mayor Proclaims “Strides Walk for Diabetes Awareness Day”

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CULLMAN - On Monday, November 10, 2014, Mayor Townson signed a proclamation declaring November 15, 2014, “Strides Walk for Diabetes Awareness Day” in the...
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OBITUARY: Peggy Humpries Randolph

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Mrs. Peggy Humpries Randolph, age 89, of Brooklyn, passed away Monday afternoon in Woodland Village, Cullman, AL. She was born to E.B. and Beulah Watson...
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Parachutes, Vintage Planes and Civil War Reenactors Galore!

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CULLMAN - Area veterans were treated like royalty and honored at Saturday’s Veterans Day Celebration at Sportsman Lake Park. The event was bigger than...
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Corey Harbison Looks Forward to New Journey

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CULLMAN - Corey Harbison was sworn in on Wednesday evening at the Cullman County Courthouse after being elected as the Alabama State House Representative...
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The Honorable Randall Shedd Takes the Oath of Office

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HANCEVILLE - Randall Shedd, Alabama Representative, took the Oath of Office last Wednesday morning at Wallace State Community College. The event took place on...
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Applebee’s First Week Equals Huge Success and Business Boom for the Cullman Area

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CULLMAN - Unless you have been living under a rock the past few months, then chances are you have seen or heard about the...

Fatback Pig Project – Respect the Pig

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EVA - Recently, folks from all parts of Cullman County loaded a bus and traveled to the Fatback Pig Project Processing Plant. The trip...
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OBITUARY: Tommy Joe Williams

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Funeral services for Tommy Joe Williams, 77, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, November 9th, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, grandson Rev....
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT: Martha Anne Clark

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Memorial services for Martha Anne Clark, 41, of Cullman are incomplete and will be announced at a later date. Cullman Funeral Home is in charge...
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Hike, Bike or Trike from Ardmore to Atmore and on to Mobile to Benefit...

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CULLMAN - On Saturday, November 8, 2014, Cullman’s own Tony Camardella will be participating in an awareness/fundraiser walk entitled, Shining a Light on Hope...

Same Great Wings and Awesome New Owners

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CULLMAN - The Downtown Grill has been a staple around Cullman for quite some time. It’s simple, but delicious diner food has kept its...
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Warm Coats and Loads of Candy

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CULLMAN - Destiny Church held their first ‘Coats and Candy’ ministry outreach on Saturday, November 1. The day went off without a hitch and...

Shakespeare is Alive at Wallace State Community College

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HANCEVILLE - Show times started yesterday and will end this Sunday, November 9 as the Wallace State Community College theatre program performs their version...

OBITUARY: Mark Vann Hill

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Funeral services for Mark Vann Hill, 60, of Garden City will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral...
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OBITUARY: William Elbert Anderson

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William Elbert Anderson, 71, was born October 30, 1943 and passed away on November 5, 2014. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 07, 2014...
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OBITUARY: Ann Ovell Jones

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Ann Ovell Jones, 83, passed away on November 6, 2014. Visitation will be Sunday, November 09, 2014 from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Moss...
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OBITUARY: Candace Sue Southard

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A graveside service for Candace Sue Southard, age 57 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, November 7, 2014 at Etha Baptist...
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OBITUARY: Charles Allen Mayo

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Charles Allen Mayo, age 66, passed way November 5, 2014 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held Saturday November 8, 2014 at...
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OBITUARY: Lou Wayne Widner

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Lou Wayne Widner, 79 of Oneonta, formerly of Eva, went to be with her Heavenly Father on November 6, 2014. She was the daughter...
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DEATH NOTICE: Mr. Charles Smith

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Mr. Charles Smith, age 65, of Rock Springs Community in Blount County, passed away late afternoon Thursday, November 6, 2014 at his home. Arrangements...
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Veterans Day Celebration In Cullman

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CULLMAN - Thanks to the efforts of a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, the city of Cullman will be hosting its largest ever Veterans...

Christmas is Coming to Cullman

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CULLMAN - Christmas is always a magical time of year for everyone. Christmas gifts, hot cocoa, lights and, of course, Santa! All of these...
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New Exhibit Features Primitive Cigar Box Instruments

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HANCEVILLE - The art of creating musical instruments out of common household objects dates back to before the Civil War. Around 100 examples of...

Two-time national champion Wallace State softball ready to host USSSA Pride professional team at...

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HANCEVILLE - Wallace State softball is ready to be the first ever junior college team to host the USSSA Florida Pride professional team. The...

JV GIRLS: Hartselle doubles up West Point, Cold Springs tops Holly Pond in close...

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WEST POINT - In a double dip of junior varsity girls action, Hartselle and West Point tangled in game one and was followed by...
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2014 Community Health Fair – A First for Local Church

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CULLMAN - On Saturday, Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church held its first annual Community Health Fair. The event offered many free services such as blood...
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Help Your Pet Treat Their Allergies

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CULLMAN - Various dog allergies can be a bother to you and your furry friend. Dr. Christi Chesnut at Holly Pond Animal Clinic and...
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Farm-City Celebration: Food and Fun

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CULLMAN - The 2014 Farm-City Celebration kicked off in August and has continued throughout the year with its involvement in festivals, parades and fairs...
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OBITUARY: Mary Jayne Knab

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Funeral services for Mary Jayne Knab, 69, of Cullman will be held on Friday, November 7, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home...
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OBITUARY: Bobby Joe Leonard

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Funeral services for Bobby Joe Leonard, age 75, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
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OBITUARY: Grady Junior Mattox

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Funeral service for Grady Junior Mattox, 70, of Vinemont will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 at West Point First Baptist Church...
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OBITUARY: Nellie Baggett Barnes

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Graveside services for Nellie Barnes, 91 of Fairview will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday November 5, 2014 at First Baptist Church in Fairview, with...
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OBITUARY: Mr. Larry Carlton Thomas

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Mr. Larry Carlton Thomas of Cullman passed away November 1, 2014 at CRMC. He was 69 years old. Funeral services will be held Nov. 4,...
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OBITUARY: Mrs. Peggy B. Tucker

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Graveside services for Mrs. Peggy B. Tucker, age 80, of Decatur will be Sunday, November 2, 2014 at Valley Springs Cemetery. Mrs. Tucker passed away...

Bearcats Outstandingly Shut Out Russellville for Senior Night Win

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CULLMAN - The Cullman Bearcats (5-5) had an explosive victory over the Russellville Tigers (8-2) after a series of losses for the Bearcats. No...

Poll Workers: Who Are They And What Do They Do?

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CULLMAN - Election Day is right around the corner and as we prepare to go out and cast our votes, there are others who...

Ghosts and Princesses and Ninjas, Oh My!

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CULLMAN – The families of the therapeutic recreation program were all dressed up this Halloween and having a great time at Stone Bridge Farms....

Wallace State’s volleyball team captures 6th consecutive ACCC tournament championship

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HANCEVILLE – No conference opponent was able to beat Wallace State’s volleyball team in a single game this season, let alone a match. Nothing...
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Scholarship Luncheon Raises Huge Funds for Students

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HANCEVILLE – The 10th Annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction gathered a total of $199,504 in scholarship funds this year at the Tom Drake...
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Crowd of Zombies Gather for a Good Cause

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CULLMAN - The 2nd Annual Zombie Crawl was just the right event if you are a Walking Dead fan, but it also raised much...
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Children to Learn Robotics in Preparation for Future Careers

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CULLMAN - Last Monday, a special announcement was made regarding 5th grade students in the Cullman County school system. Lego toys will become part of...
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Stamp Out Breast Cancer

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CULLMAN – On Friday, October 4, the Cullman Post Office kicked off their Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Event with the office and its employees...
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Better Job, Better Pay, Better Hurry!

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Cullman Author Robin Cummings Shares His Knowledge in a New Book CULLMAN - Robin Cummings, long time banker and esteemed member of the Cullman community,...
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Cullman City Fire Department Approved for New Fire Rescue Equipment

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CULLMAN – Chief Edward Reinhardt at the Cullman City Fire Department has requested to purchase new fire rescue equipment from the HGAC bid list....
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H.O.P.E. Event to Honor Evelyn Burrow

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CULLMAN - This Saturday, November 1 starting at 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., at the Horses Offering People Encouragement (H.O.P.E.) location at 1301 Convent...
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Steele Orchard Becomes The Boogie Man’s Barn For Halloween

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WEST POINT – Beginning last Friday October 23 at 7:00 p.m. Steele Orchard is having its 4th Annual Boogie Man’s Barn. The cost is...