PREP FOOTBALL – Vinemont Eagles outscore Good Hope 40-35 in jamboree
VINEMONT – Under very humid conditions to play a jamboree game, long time rivals Vinemont and Good Hope had the scoreboard operator at Mark...
PREP FOOTBALL – Vinemont Eagles outscore Good Hope 40-35 in jamboree
VINEMONT – Under very humid conditions to play a jamboree game, long time rivals Vinemont and Good Hope had the scoreboard operator at Mark...
PREP FOOTBALL – Bearcats toppled by Arab Knights in season opener
ARAB - Too many mistakes were difficult for the Cullman Bearcats to overcome in the season opener Friday night with Arab.
The Bearcats were hit...
PREP FOOTBALL – Holly Pond takes down West End 14-7 in jamboree
HOLLY POND – The Holly Pond Broncos kick off their 2014 season against the West End Patriots tonight at Holly Pond. The Broncos kick off...
PREP FOOTBALL – West Point passes first test beating Curry 21-7 in jamboree game
CURRY – In the famous words of UFC ring announcer Michael Buffer, “It’s time!” But instead of strapping on gloves in the middle of...
Desperation Church Clothes the Needy
CULLMAN – Desperation Church continues to do great things for the community. On Saturday, they held a Free Clothing Giveaway as part of their...
Governor awards grant to help laid-off workers
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a $60,000 grant to continue efforts to help workers who have lost their jobs due to downsizing...
The Truth About Vaping
CULLMAN – No ash, no tar, no second hand smoke and no smell are just a few of the obvious benefits of vaping. Some...
Midnight Run is a Smashing Success
CULLMAN – On the late evening of Friday, or depending how you look at it, the early morning of Saturday, nearly 1,200 people began...
Open the Red Door
Red Door Clothing Offers Awesome Clothing, Accessories and Private Parties
CULLMAN – There is a wonderful clothing store here in town that will have you...
Prep Football is Here
CULLMAN – High School football gets back into competition with the beginning of the 2014 regular season this week.
Under a new format by the...
Prep Football is Here
CULLMAN – High School football gets back into competition with the beginning of the 2014 regular season this week.
Under a new format by the...
Prep Football is Here
CULLMAN – High School football gets back into competition with the beginning of the 2014 regular season this week.
Under a new format by the...
Ray Park in Dodge City Celebrates Community
Small Town Celebrates Park with Summer Fun
DODGE CITY – It was a day of family fun on Friday at Ray Park in Dodge City....
Get Personalized This School Year
CULLMAN – The beginning of a new school year is such an exciting and sometimes stressful time. A new routine can be hard to...
Goals are set for West Point, Warriors out to reach them
WEST POINT – Goals have been placed out by the West Point football team. Now the Warriors want to reach those goals. If they...
Healthcare Authority Appoints New Interim CEO for CRMC
CULLMAN – The Healthcare Authority of Cullman County is pleased to welcome James Clements to Cullman Regional Medical Center as Interim Chief Executive Officer....
Hanceville Bulldogs have a positive approach for the 2014 Football Season
HANCEVILLE – No other prep football program locally has achieved as much as the Hanceville Bulldogs have in the past three years of regular...
Midnight Run 5K Race is happening this Friday
CULLMAN – For the 22nd year, Cullman City Parks & Recreation and Eva Bank will be holding the annual Midnight 5K Run on this...
Arnold Street Crossing closed Thursday and Friday due to CSX Transportation work
CULLMAN - CSX Transportation will be closing the Arnold Street crossing on Thursday, August 14, 2014, beginning at 7 a.m. The crossing will possibly...
Olive Street Closing Aug. 17
CULLMAN - On Sunday, August 17, 2014, the City of Cullman Sewer Department will have Olive Street SW between Highway 31 and Patriot Way...
McMillan Advises Horse Owners to Vaccinate for EEE & West Nile Virus
MONTGOMERY, AL– Agriculture & Industries Commissioner John McMillan announces that the first positive case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) has been detected in Alabama.
“This...
Breaking a losing streak is on the mind of Vinemont Eagles
VINEMONT – Seven consecutive losses to end the 2013 season didn't sit well with the Vinemont Eagles after they began the season 3-0.
Injuries changed...
Holly Pond Broncos are older, but still young
HOLLY POND - Having the youngest football team in the county last season was what went on at Holly Pond High School. Facing programs...
Raiders set for a season of challenges
GOOD HOPE – Back in Class 4A for only the third time in the history of Good Hope High School football, the Raiders believe...
Expectations are high for Fairview football in 2014
FAIRVIEW – With a good summer workout behind them, the Fairview Aggies now press on with the 2014 football season right around the corner.
The...
ADPH seeks input on maternal and child health care needs
MONTGOMERY - The Alabama Department of Public Health is asking that families with children or youth complete an online survey concerning health and health...
Winning was fun last year at Cold Springs, Eagles hope for more
COLD SPRINGS – Six victories by the Cold Springs Eagles last year were as many as they had combined from 2006 to 2008. Winning...
Bearcats have early morning workout on first day of fall practice
CULLMAN – Twenty seven seniors are gone from a Cullman Bearcat team that has gone 26-11 in the last three years, including a rather...
Bentley grant to assist sexual assault victims statewide
MONTGOMERY— A $271,466 grant awarded by Gov. Robert Bentley is helping local agencies and organizations provide more comprehensive services to sexual assault victims in...
Yard Sale Great Success for Dodge City Seniors
DODGE CITY – The seniors of Dodge City held a two-day yard sale Thursday and Friday at the Dodge City Community Center. Set up...
CRMC Not Cut from the BlueCross and BlueShield of Alabama Hospital Network
CULLMAN — Cullman Regional Medical Center (CRMC) Interim CEO Cheryl Bailey, RN, BSN, MBA wants local citizens to rest easy knowing that their care...
Look Ahead Foundation 5K Run is a Big Success
CULLMAN – A warm morning and sunny skies greeted all the participants the morning of the Look Ahead Foundation 5K Race. Approximately 70 runners...
Tips for Back to School Success
July is coming to a close and with August on the horizon, back to school shopping and prepping is nearly upon us. It is...
Laugh It Out
Laughter Yoga Classes Offered in Cullman
CULLMAN – We have all heard the phrase “laughter is the best medicine”, but a new sensation has been...
Cathedral of Praise Gives Back Packs Away
VINEMONT – While most churches in the area have wonderful Bible schools in the summertime, Cathedral of Praise Church of God in Vinemont hosts...
Camp Cullman Offers Big Adventure
CULLMAN – It’s always hard to adjust your schedule and keep the kids entertained during summer break. Many parents have trouble juggling work and...
Christ Lutheran Church Feeds the Community
CULLMAN – Christ Lutheran Church held a free pancake breakfast for the community on Saturday. With a brand new church and a fresh take...
Nathan Anderson named Director of the City of Cullman Parks and Recreation Department
CULLMAN – The City of Cullman Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the hiring of Nathan Anderson to lead the department as...
Seventh Street Welcomes New Pastor Eric Martin
CULLMAN – Seventh Street Baptist Church is excited to welcome their new pastor, Eric Martin. But Eric isn’t just new to Seventh Street, he’s...
West Point, Cold Springs, and Vinemont take to the field for 7-on-7
Passing camps very important during summer workouts
WEST POINT – Throwing the football will be part of the game plan in the upcoming season for...
Jim ‘N Nick’s to Host Fundraiser for CRMC Foundation
CULLMAN – There are many great places to have dinner in Cullman, but how often do you go to dinner knowing your money is...
Here Comes Santa. . . Right Down that Slippery Slide?
CULLMAN – The Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center (CWAC) was the epitome of Christmas fun and holiday cheer on Friday as they held a...
Under The Microscope: Bionic Pancreas Offers New Hope For Sufferers of Type 1 Diabetes
For sufferers of Type 1 Diabetes, managing their blood sugar can be a constant struggle. An endless stream of insulin injections and various medications...
Avoid senseless tragedy by never leaving children alone in vehicles
MONTGOMERY – Each summer there are deaths related to heat exposure in Alabama. The extremely hot temperatures in summer should remind parents, grandparents and...
Prevent Foodborne illnesses on hot Summer days
MONTGOMERY – Picnics, backyard grilling, camping, weddings and outdoor family reunion meals can provide a perfect environment for foodborne illnesses because the hot temperatures...
Summer Reading Program a Success at Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Public Library system has enjoyed another successful Summer Reading Program this year. Thanks to the expertise of librarians Karen...
Smith Lake Park Celebrates the Fourth of July
CULLMAN – Smith Lake Park celebrated Independence Day Friday with its exciting annual Fourth of July Festival. Admission was $5 per person, which included...
What’s the Best Time to Workout?
Some of us are definitely morning people. We feel a burst of energy when we wake up and we can’t wait to seize the...
Paddle at the Rock Benefit Raises Funds for the Bell Center in Birmingham
SMITH LAKE – On a hot summer day, there is no better place to be than Smith Lake, and on Saturday, there was a...
What’s the Best Time to Workout?
Some of us are definitely morning people. We feel a burst of energy when we wake up and we can’t wait to seize the...
Holly Pond Lady Broncos win two of three games in Danville camp
DANVILLE – Life will be very different for the Holly Pond Lady Broncos next basketball season. After two consecutive appearances in the Alabama High...
Cullman Bearcats are best in Summer Basketball League
CULLMAN – Point guard Lawson Schaffer tossed in 23 points while his backcourt mate Seth Swalve added 16 in leading the Cullman Bearcats to...
Vinemont Eagles claim victory over East Lawrence, Brewer, and Meek
DANVILLE – Good things came from the Vinemont Eagles Monday in their time at the Danville High School Team Camp.
But coach Todd Johnson knows...
DHR awarded $1.7 million grant to improve child care services
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) has been awarded a grant by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to help strengthen Alabama’s statewide...
Ave Maria Grotto is nominated for a USA TODAY and 10 Best Readers’ Choice...
CULLMAN – The Ave Maria Grotto has been nominated for the title of USA TODAY and 10 Best Readers’ Choice award for “Best Quirky...
Fishing For a Cure: Upcoming Bass Tournament Raises Money for ALS
CULLMAN – Every year, thousands of people in the United States are battling a terrible illness. It strikes without mercy and it affects entire...
Daystar Church Offers ‘Real Recovery’ for Those with Addictions
GOOD HOPE – Daystar Church, located in Good Hope, has a program that offers help for a special group of people in the community....
OPINION: No(ah)-It All: Mystery leak at crypt not so mysterious
Following wild reports of a mystery fluid leaking from crypts at Cullman Memory Gardens, I decided to go out to investigate this peculiar claim.
Upon...
DIY: Wasp Trap
While many bugs serve an important role in things such as pollination and population control of other insects, some of these pests can create...
The Dash Diet: A Review
There are a great many diets floating around these days, each with some extreme weight-loss claims and an eating regime that involves either cutting...
Paddle Board Water Yoga: Getting Fit in H2O
A new way to stay in shape has splashed into Cullman. The Cullman Wellness and Aquatics Center is now offering paddle board yoga classes,...
Funding Restored for Disabled Veterans Hospital Transportation Service
MONTGOMERY – Lieutenant Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced the restoration of funding for a vital hospital transportation service for disabled veterans. She made...
2014 Hanceville Bulldog Scramble Equals Another Huge Success for the School
HANCEVILLE – Hanceville High School’s 15th Annual Bulldog Scramble was held this past Friday at the Cullman Golf Course. The Bulldog Scramble is the...
Secretary of State Bennett Says Photo ID off to a Good Start
MONTGOMERY – Secretary of State Jim Bennett said the first election using the new photo voter ID law at the polls was a great...
Kickoff to help prevent elder abuse held at State Capitol
MONTGOMERY - Members of the Alabama Interagency Council for the Prevention of Elder Abuse held a kickoff today, Thursday June 5th, to recognize World...
Johnny’s Bar-B-Q Rolls in to Eat on the Street
CULLMAN – Cullman’s own Johnny’s Bar-B-Q was the featured food truck at last Thursday’s Eat On the Street. This delicious taste of home was...
Cullman Celebrates Heritage Park’s 20th Anniversary
CULLMAN – There was something for everyone at Heritage Park’s 20th Anniversary celebration last Saturday. The beautiful park was packed with people enjoying the...
Devil Dawgs Food Truck: Don’t Miss Out on a One of a Kind Dog!
CULLMAN – A new way of eating has been taking Cullman by storm. People all over Cullman are raving about the new food truck...
OPINION – News Stories that Left an Impact
News becomes old very quickly these days. Headlines that could last for weeks now disappear in days in the digital world. News stays new....
Addison man admits to 10 burglaries in Crane Hill, Jones Chapel area
CULLMAN – Investigators with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Department recently announced they had charged Sean Morgan Henley, 21, of Addison, with 10 counts of...
Cinderella Leaves a Lasting Impression at St. Bernard Prep School
CULLMAN - St. Bernard Preparatory School’s production of “Cinderella” was held recently and their talented students and staff presented the story like no other....
EES Shoots to Nationals
Some of the best young archers in the country took aim at a national title recently and the archers from East Elementary Archery team...
OPINION: The Heartbleed Bug: How Secure Are We?
It’s become known as the greatest mistake on the Internet of all time. It is the largest security breach online ever . . ....
Bright Young Minds Win Big
Local Academic Competition Recognizes Two Local Achievers
It is always a great feeling when your child excels academically. It is especially thrilling when they show...
More than 100 middle and high school students visit Wallace State
HANCEVILLE — More than 100 students in grades six through nine from area high schools visited the campus of Wallace State Community College on...
Cullman takes care of Hartselle in playoff series sweep
Two consecutive years of being eliminated in the second round of the Alabama High School 5A baseball playoffs is now a memory for the...
Cullman claims grand prize in Girls Pre-Sectional event
Cullman came out on top of the leaderboard Thursday at the Cullman Golf Course in the Girls’ Pre-Sectional event. The Lady Bearcats outperformed two...
East Elementary presents OKLAHOMA!
CULLMAN – The students at East Elementary School will present the Broadway Musical, Oklahoma! On Friday, April 25th at 7 p.m. and this Saturday,...
2014 Student and Teachers of the Year
Cullman is home to some of the best and brightest students and teachers in the nation. Last Monday night, the Cullman Area Chamber of...
2014 Student and Teachers of the Year
Cullman is home to some of the best and brightest students and teachers in the nation. Last Monday night, the Cullman Area Chamber of...
OPINION: April 27th: A Hard Lesson Learned
It’s a date most of us in Alabama know by heart now. Three years ago, a generational super storm ripped through the heart of...
Cullman wins the Bert McGriff Invitational; Good Hope golfer shoots 3-under
Wanting to play a good round of golf a week before the postseason begins, the Cullman Bearcats did that Monday afternoon in claiming the...
West Point wins County Softball Title for first time since 2008
WEST POINT – Wanting to take home the county championship for the first time since 2008, West Point regrouped after the Lady Warriors allowed Cold...
Holly Pond repeats as the Best in Cullman County Golf
Holly Pond claimed its second consecutive Cullman County High School golf tournament title and third in the past four years thanks to leading after...
West Point wins County Softball Title for first time since 2008
WEST POINT – Wanting to take home the county championship for the first time since 2008, West Point regrouped after the Lady Warriors allowed Cold...
Holly Pond repeats as the Best in Cullman County Golf
Holly Pond claimed its second consecutive Cullman County High School golf tournament title and third in the past four years thanks to leading after...
Opinion: A Reminder of the Blessings of Being American
A Follow-Up on Fort Hood
Last week a horrible event repeated itself. A lone gunman attacked the army base of Fort Hood, killing three and...
Severe Weather Preparedness: You Never Know When the Next Storm Will Strike
With April being one of the months notorious for storms in Cullman’s history, it is good to know how to be prepared! There are...
St. Bernard Lady Saints shut out Danville; Clinch Playoff Berth
CULLMAN – St. Bernard’s Lady Saints are in the AHSAA 1A-4A soccer playoffs for the second consecutive season following a 3-0 victory over Danville...
AdvancED recommends Continued Accreditation following review of CCS
CULLMAN – The AdvancED external review team, under the direction of Dr. James Brown, reported to the Cullman City Board of Education they would...
OPINION: End of March, Good News for Troops
March marked the 150th month of the war in Afghanistan. Since October 7, 2001, U.S. troops have been deployed there. Their primary task had...
No. 6 Addison defeats St. Bernard in 1A, Area 11 baseball
A six-game losing streak ended for the Bulldogs Monday afternoon as they kept their playoff hopes alive with a 1A, Area 11 win at...
Vinegar…The Eighth Wonder of the World!
The Cleaning Agent That Has Superpowers
With the many uses and capabilities of vinegar, it’s astonishing that there hasn’t been an infomercial about this amazing...
Cullman Disc Club Knows Where You Should Be on Sundays at 2 p.m.
Local Club to Host Tournament for Popular Sport Disc Golf
Disc Golf is a sport rapidly growing in popularity and with the weather finally warming...
6th Annual Distinguished Alumni and Service Awards Luncheon To Be Held on April 4
The 6th Annual Distinguished Alumni and Service Awards Luncheon will be held Friday, April 4 at St. John’s Evangelical Protestant Church in Christ Hall....
OPINION: How to Fix a Broken Congress
Almost 90 percent of Americans agree the 113th Congress has failed miserably at their jobs. Some blame Republicans. Others blame Democrats. Still others blame...
Little Paws Arts & Crafts Show Benefits Local Teachers
This past weekend at the Recreation Center in Hanceville, people came out to support local teachers and students at the Little Paws Arts and...
1-year-old’s Drowning Death leads to Aggravated Child Abuse Arrest
CULLMAN – Jeffery Hugh Brown, 37, has been arrested and charged with aggravated child abuse in connection with the drowning death of 1-year-old Hoss...
OPINION: Obamacare’s Assault on the Lower-Middle Class; Affordable Care Act Isn’t What You Think
Obamacare or the “Affordable Care Act” continues to be highly debated four years after being signed into law. Conservatives present it as the poster...
