COLUMN: Tickets
I know some of you are going to think I’m out of my mind, and maybe I am. I bought tickets to see the Rolling...
Type 2 diabetes risk factors: What you need to know
Diabetes is one of the most prevalent and costly diseases in the United States. It affects over 37 million Americans, and most people are...
Obituary: Elizabeth “June” Lee Moore
Elizabeth “June” Lee Moore passed away peacefully in Auburn, Alabama on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024.
June was born on June 19, 1933 to Roy Lee...
Obituary: Rodney Lewis Hooper
Rodney Lewis Hooper, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Jan. 15, 2024, at the age of 64. Rodney was born in Blount County, Alabama,...
Obituary: Betty Jean O’Mary Smith
Betty Jean O’Mary Smith, longtime resident of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away peacefully in her home on January 13, 2024.
She was preceded in death...
Obituary: Dorothy “Dot” Ann (Sims) Caldwell
Dorothy “Dot” Ann (Sims) Caldwell passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband...
Obituary: Elwin Oneal Swann
Elwin Oneal Swann, age 83, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. Elwin was born on Aug. 7, 1940 to Avery...
The Link closes warming shelter
CULLMAN, Ala. - Temperatures began to plummet on Monday, Jan. 15, and Cullman County quickly succumbed to the freezing point as roads, vehicles and...
‘Don’t worry, Pour Happy’: Mobile bartending service on the move in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mixologists Christine Chamblee and Broc Malcom are no strangers to curating craft cocktails. As favorites behind local bars 412 Public House...
3rd annual Christian Hart Memorial Cornhole Tournament set for Feb. 3
VINEMONT, Ala. - Christian Hart will always be remembered as a sports-loving, funny, vivacious 12-year-old Vinemont student. The third annual Christian Hart Memorial Cornhole...
Half Shell Oyster House to open in Cotton Creek Warehouse
CULLMAN, Ala. – One of the top seafood restaurants in the Southeast is coming to Cullman. Half Shell Oyster House, “where Southern cuisine meets...
Desperation Church adds 2 new pastors to Cullman staff
CULLMAN, Ala. - Desperation Church last Sunday morning announced the recent hiring of two new pastors to assist in day-to-day operations at its Cullman...
Saw Mill Road Productions: Paving the way for future artists
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two local troubadours are offering up-and-coming musicians and artists real-word experience in the music industry, giving them insight and encouragement into...
Auburn names Derrick Nix Offensive Coordinator, Kent Austin Quarterbacks Coach
Auburn, Alabama—Derrick Nix has been named offensive coordinator and running backs coach at Auburn, head coach Hugh Freeze announced Wednesday. A native of Attalla, Alabama,...
JSU announces Fall 2023 graduates, releases President’s, Dean’s Lists
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - More than 500 students were awarded degrees as part of Jacksonville State University's Fall 2023 commencement on Dec. 15, including:
Ryan Fannell...
Beach renourishment continues along Alabama coast
For those planning trips to Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast for spring break or summer vacation, expect to see an abundance of change for the...
Introducing ‘Cullman Today’ weekday news broadcast
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Today, originally a popular Facebook page, has been relaunched as a news broadcast of the same name that will run...
Avoid freezing disaster: 15 tips from a plumber
CULLMAN, Ala. - While the promise of snow and freezing temps may sound like a dream to some, others are aware of the lurking...
ALDOT cautions against travel as conditions worsen
ALDOT advises motorists that travel is hazardous and expected to become more hazardous as conditions worsen tonight in north Alabama. Non-essential travel is strongly discouraged.
At...
Winter precipitation ending this morning but bitterly cold temperatures continue
Winter Weather Advisories will be expiring across eastern and southeastern sections between 9 am – 12 pm.
Wind Chill Advisories and Hard Freeze Warnings for...
Start the new year with a pantry cleanout
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Take advantage of the cold weather and make the time spent indoors productive. Angela Treadaway, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System...
United Way hosts largest Business Alliance Breakfast to date
CULLMAN, Ala. – The scene was buzzing on Thursday morning at East Side Baptist Church as people poured into the fellowship hall for the...
Cullman’s Peetz earns full ride to Yale
CULLMAN, Ala. – For Cullman High School student Sophie Peetz, Yale University was always a dream, never even close to fathomable – in her...
Obituary: Betty Jean O’Mary Smith
Betty Jean O’Mary Smith, longtime resident of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away peacefully in her home on Jan. 13, 2024.
She was preceded in...
Obituary: Freda Vondalee Rowell
Freda Vondalee Rowell, nee Bell, age 87, passed away on Dec. 9, 2023, in her home state of Indiana.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service...
Obituary: Windel Lee Brock
Windel Lee Brock, age 73, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024. Windel was preceded in death by his parents Dwight...
Obituary: Jayne Glover Norman
In loving memory of Jayne Glover Norman, who graced this world with her wit, warmth, and a touch of Southern Sass. Born on Aug....
Obituary: Dewey Orbin Absher
Funeral services for Dewey Orbin Absher, 93, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 12 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19, 202 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend...
Scholarship audition dates set by Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students who love to sing, dance, act, play an instrument, or even work behind the scenes may attend upcoming auditions at...
Education notes
Kendall Rooks awarded degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic
Christine Beaudry
DAVENPORT, Iowa - Kendall Rooks of South Vinemont graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree...
St. Bernard Prep School Honor Roll
Semester Average of 95.0 and above 2023-24 Semester I
Grade 7
Aaron Cortes-Villegas
Sipsey Drake
Silas Krische
Reise Rigsby
Caroline Sanders
Grade 8
Norah Bissot
Ella Cron
Ella Davis
Anastasia Hazard
Avery Hines
Merry-Carmen Pichardo
Tony Ranelli
Grade 9
Joseph-Benedict...
Scholarship audition dates set by Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students who love to sing, dance, act, play an instrument, or even work behind the scenes may attend upcoming auditions at...
Colbert County man convicted of capital murder could be nation’s 1st execution by nitrogen...
ATMORE, Ala. – Following a federal court ruling, Alabama may become the first state to execute a prisoner by nitrogen hypoxia, which suffocates by...
2023 coroner cases, by the numbers
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick responded to almost 80 cases in 2023 related to deaths by unnatural causes. These include homicide,...
Local potter Sandra Heaven talks Empty Bowls
CULLMAN, Ala. – For 19 years, Sandra Heaven has been throwing (the process of shaping clay on a pottery wheel) bowls to benefit her...
NWS: Winter Storm Warning for Cullman County until 6 a.m. Tuesday
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service office in Huntsville for Cullman County. It began at 6...
Cullman Electric Co-op prepared for extreme cold weather
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative together with the Tennessee Valley Authority are monitoring the extreme cold weather entering the region and its impact...
Cold weather tips from Cullman Electric Co-op
CULLMAN, Ala. - Brrr! Extreme cold temperatures are coming our way, which means your home will be working in overdrive to keep you and your...
Commission calls emergency meeting, declares state of emergency for Cullman County
Updated Jan. 14, 2024, at 7:22 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Sunday called an emergency meeting to discuss the impending winter...
Obituary: Bryant Perry
Funeral Service for Bryant Perry, age 83, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home;...
More than 800 earn places on WSCC President’s, Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College congratulates 837 outstanding students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple unrelated arrests over the last weekend, including:
Jan. 2
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the...
Town of South Vinemont set to create planning commission
VINEMONT, Ala. - At its monthly meeting on Jan. 9, the South Vinemont Town Council had the first reading of a proposed new ordinance...
Cullman County Schools names Salazar, Smith 2024 Elementary, Secondary Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools would like to congratulate the 2024 Elementary Teacher of the Year and the 2024 Secondary Teacher of the...
Major winter impacts beginning Sunday evening
CLANTON, Ala. – Sunday 7:30 am, January 14, 2024
Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories have been issued for counties north of I-20. Advisories...
Files from yesteryear: 1933, 1952
From the files of 1933
Mrs. J.E. Pierce and son, Leroy of Cullman, spent the week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Nesmith at...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point collects area wins over Brewer
WEST POINT, Ala. -- After traveling to Lawrence County earlier this week, the West Point Warriors returned home Saturday afternoon to take on the Brewer Patriots...
Op-Ed: Unions want to target one of Alabama’s crown jewel industries, automotive manufacturing, but...
Sept. 30, 1993, marked a watershed moment in Alabama history. That is the day Mercedes-Benz went against the grain and chose our state to...
Vinemont council proclaims January Human Trafficking Awareness Month
VINEMONT, ALA- At its monthly meeting Jan. 9, the Vinemont Town Council proclaimed January Human Trafficking Awareness Month. The council also discussed several upcoming...
Cullman County VOAD opening additional warming stations Jan. 15-16
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman County Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) is pleased to announce it will be able to open four warming stations...
Hanceville council appoints Sawyer mayor
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville City Hall was packed Thursday evening as residents gathered to hear who would be appointed mayor following former Mayor Kenneth...
Relay For Life kicking off Jan. 18 to gear up for April events
CULLMAN, Ala. – Relay For Life of Cullman County, known for hosting an annual event dedicated to raising funds and awareness for cancer research,...
The Link searching for volunteers to staff warming shelter Jan. 15-16
CULLMAN, Ala. - Amid preparations happening through the county in anticipation of the incoming arctic blast, The Link of Cullman County is partnering with...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont earns 65-48 win over Susan Moore, Lady Eagles fall 69-55
VINEMONT, Ala. — Both the Eagles and Lady Eagles of Vinemont were back home Friday night to host a pair of matchups against Susan...
Kalen DeBoer named head coach of Alabama Football
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Kalen DeBoer, winner of the 2023 Associated Press, AFCA, Eddie Robinson, George Munger, Walter Camp and Home Depot Coach of the...
Obituary: Teresa Ann Elkins
Teresa Ann Elkins, 63, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
She was born on Oct. 19, 1960...
Obituary: Jessie L. Hawkins
Graveside service for Jessie L. Hawkins, age 91, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024, at Cullman City Cemetery....
ALEA: Troopers continue to report decrease in yearly traffic fatalities
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Over the course of 2023, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) recorded a decrease in fatalities on Alabama’s roadways. Troopers assigned...
Charles Kelly named co-Defensive Coordinator at Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. – Charles Kelly, a veteran defensive coach and former Auburn football player, has been named co-defensive coordinator at his alma mater, head coach Hugh...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 12, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 12, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Fenwick Food Group acquires Alabama-based Wickles Pickles
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Fenwick Food Group, a division of Fenwick Brands Inc. has acquired Wickles Pickles, an iconic and beloved Alabama brand.
Fenwick Food Group...
Pet of the week: Rufus the Red
CULLMAN, Ala. – Rufus the Red, an approximately 3-year-old male Aussie mix with a rustic red coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County...
ALDOT: I-65 bridge rehab project to start soon
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Preparations are underway for a major rehabilitation project on the Interstate 65 Tennessee River Bridges. Nighttime lane closures are anticipated to...
Obituary: Katherine Mae Patterson
Katherine Mae Patterson, age 85, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at Russellville Hospital.
She was born on April 20,1938 to James...
Obituary: Danny William Stidham
Danny William Stidham, 70, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away Jan. 9,2023, surrounded by his family. Danny was born to Delma Louise “Tiny” and William...
Severe weather possible followed by potential winter precipitation and bitterly cold temperatures next week
CLANTON, Ala. – In a rare “flip”, the SPC has downgraded the previous Enhanced Risk to Slight Risk and the overall threat of tornadic...
Obituary: Willadean Fayteen Yates
Funeral service for Willadean Fayteen Yates, age 87, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 11, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 11, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Zoning approvals pave way for new housing developments in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. — Two recent rezoning approvals by the Cullman City Council cleared the way for new housing developments on the north and west...
Zoning approvals pave way for new housing developments in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. — Two recent rezoning approvals by the Cullman City Council cleared the way for new housing developments on the north and west...
Agriplex gears up for another year of programs
CULLMAN, Ala. – With modern homesteading on the rise and residents wanting to learn how to be more self-sufficient, and influx of less-than-true advice...
Vinemont senior lunch to be held Jan. 15
VINEMONT, Ala. - Listen up, seniors! It’s arguably the best day of the month and it is headed your way. Break out your comfortable...
City, County, EMA plan warming stations ahead of winter storm
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission, City of Cullman and Cullman Emergency Management Agency (EMA) are in full swing teaming up to secure...
Obituary: Louise Allbritten Knop
Louise Allbritten Knop, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed away on Jan. 9, 2024, at the age of 92. Ms. Knop was born in Cullman County,...
Obituary: Deborah Renae Moore
Funeral service for Deborah Renae Moore is Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Michael Long and Bro....
Obituary: Helen Ann Butler
Funeral service for Helen Ann Butler is Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating....
Obituary: Jo Ann Warren
Funeral service for Jo Ann Warren is Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024 at 7 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. Family will welcome friends from...
Obituary: Eugene Crider
Eugene Crider, 97, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on January 9, 2024, in Montgomery, Alabama. He was born on Sep. 14, 1926, in Cullman,...
Obituary: Charlotte Wynell Goggans Green
Funeral service for Charlotte Wynell Goggans Green, age 69, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024, at Cullman Heritage...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 10, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 10, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘This team is like my family’: Hanceville’s Lexi Link recaps freshman season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville freshman volleyball player Lexi Link completed her first year on the JV volleyball team and she talked about that experience...
Welcome to the new school: CMS cuts ribbon on first wing of new construction,...
CULLMAN, Ala-- Cullman Middle School celebrated a major milestone in its ambitious renovation and expansion project, with the opening of the first phase of...
Baileyton council votes to construct Little Free Library
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Baileyton resident Rhonda Van Zandt addressed the town council at its January meeting on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, asking if it...
WSCC: Alumna Morelia Tinajero advocates for Alabama’s Hispanic community
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Morelia Tinajero has devoted her life to helping immigrants call Alabama home. She works at the Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders earn area wins over West Morgan
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After picking up a pair of area wins at East Lawrence last Friday, the Good Hope Raiders returned home Tuesday night to...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman rallies to top Oxford 58-50, Lady Jackets pull away from Lady...
CULLMAN, Ala. — After traveling to Hartselle for a pair of area games Friday, the Bearcats and Lady Bearcats were back home Tuesday night...
Obituary: Marguerite Ann Davis
Funeral service for Marguerite Ann Davis, age 87, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Clarence Gibson, Jr.Obituary:
Arrangements for Clarence Gibson, Jr., age 58, of Vinemont, are incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Gibson was...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 9, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 9, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
University of North Alabama wins MLF Abu Garcia College Fishing Tournament on Harris Chain...
LEESBURG, Fla. (Jan. 8, 2024) – The University of North Alabama duo of Dylan Nutt and Carter Nutt, both sophomores from Nashville, Tennessee, won the MLF...
Render Aid Alabama hosting Winter Wellness Festival Feb. 24, seeking additional vendors
CULLMAN, Ala. – Render Aid Alabama is one of Cullman’s newer nonprofits and is on a mission to “normalize compassion for humanity.” It hopes...
Business spotlight: Nomadic Threads
Updated Jan. 9, 2024, at 9:48 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Nomadic Threads husband and wife duo, Zac and Audra Yow, have cemented their place in...
Having trouble with feral hogs?
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Conservation District is hosting a Feral Swine Impacts, Management and Management Rebates program presentation, open to all landowners...
#BartonStrong Benefit Bike Show and Concert to support local man battling cancer
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local man, known to many for his involvement in the Jack Aces Motorcycle Club and its philanthropic endeavors, is battling...
Obituary: Lemuel “L.N.” Nelson Williams
Graveside service for Lemuel "L.N." Nelson Williams, age 77, of Baileyton, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at Bethel United...
Obituary: Betty Joyce Ashley Hines
A graveside service for Betty Joyce Ashley Hines, 91, of Hanceville, AL will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2023 at Hopewell Cemetery in...
Obituary: Robert “Billy” Tucker
Funeral service for Robert “Billy” Tucker is Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Jones Chapel First Baptist Church, with Bro. Charles York...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 8, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 8, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Alabama defeats Vanderbilt Saturday afternoon in SEC Opener
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Alabama men's basketball team began SEC play with a 78-75 win on the road against Vanderbilt Saturday afternoon at Memorial Gymnasium....
No. 25 Auburn makes history at Arkansas with 83-51 win in SEC opener
FAYTTEVILLE, ARK. – Known as one of the more hostile environments in the SEC, Bud Walton Arena was quiet for most of the day Saturday...
