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Legacy Credit Union to acquire First Community Bank of Cullman
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Legacy Community Federal Credit Union and First Community Bank of Cullman on Tuesday, March 18, announced they have executed a definitive...
Alabama unemployment rate steady at 3.3%
Cullman County’s rate ticks up to 3%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed on Monday, March 17, announced that Alabama’s preliminary,...
2025 Cullman County Middle School Math Tournament results
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2025 Cullman County Middle School Math Tournament was held Friday, March 14, at Wallace State Community College.
Below are the results.
Grand...
ALEA: ‘Think Smart Before You Start Spring Break’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is kicking off its fifth annual “Think Smart Before You Start Spring Break” campaign, a...
Cullman City Schools Summer STEM Camp set for July
CULLMAN, Ala. - Just because summer is on the way, it doesn’t mean learning needs to stop — and that’s exactly why Cullman City...
Game on! CHS cuts ribbon on new soccer complex, baseball and softball diamonds
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School’s athletic facilities just received an upgrade. The new soccer complex, as well as the new baseball and softball...
St. Bernard Prep AP Biology students explore cancer genetics at HudsonAlpha
CULLMAN, Ala. - Under the guidance of instructor Connie Briehn, Advanced Placement (AP) Biology students from St. Bernard Preparatory School recently participated in an...
Cold Springs FCCLA wins at FCCLA State Conference, headed to Nationals
BREMEN, Ala. - On March 6-7, 11 Cold Springs High School students and their advisor Stephanie Blair attended the Family, Career, and Community Leaders...
Crane Hill man charged with human trafficking, electronic solicitation of a child
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Crane Hill man is facing multiple charges, including first-degree human trafficking.
Bud Winston Cunningham, 48, is charged with:
13a-6-152 first-degree human...
CHS hires Legendary Coach Tammy West as Lady Bearcats basketball coach
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman High School has found its new Lady Bearcats basketball coach in Tammy West, a 2022 Cullman County Sports Hall of...
Davis, Kimbril named February CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above and beyond in...
Bill Smith Buick GMC presents Orchid Sponsorship to St. Bernard Prep for Bloomin’ Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School this week extended its heartfelt gratitude to Bill Smith Buick GMC for its generous Orchid Sponsorship in...
Cullman City Schools: 6th-graders to remain at West, East next school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools on Friday, March 7, announced an adjustment to its sixth- grade transition plan due to ongoing construction delays...
Cullman City Schools job fair set for March 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is hosting a job fair on Thursday, March 20, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Cullman City Primary School.The district...
Sweet! Students shine in FCCLA All-County Chocolate Cook-off
CULLMAN, Ala. - Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) students from various city and county high schools met at Cotton Creek Venue...
Ivey appoints Cullman Regional CEO to Statewide Health Coordinating Council
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional CEO James Clements has been appointed by Gov. Kay Ivey to serve as a member of the Statewide Health...
Rachael Stover named director of admissions at St. Bernard Preparatory School
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School recently announced the appointment of Rachael Stover as its new director of admissions.
A Birmingham resident, Stover, the...
Local man convicted of felony attempting to elude
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County man has been convicted of felony attempting to elude a law enforcement officer, according to a post on...
Looking for a beach getaway during spring break? Visit Alabama State Parks
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Spring breakers often flock to beaches along the Alabama Gulf Coast in search of sand and sun, landing them on the sugar...
Opinion: Allen presses federal government to ‘cut red tape for small business’
Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen recently signed a joint letter to President Donald Trump with 19 other conservative secretaries of state urging the...
Cullman City Schools, CPRST join forces for Summer STEM Camp
Notice from Cullman City Schools and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism:
We are excited to invite K-8 students to our Summer STEM Camp, where...
Ivey calls special election for Alabama House District 11
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday, Feb. 24, signed a proclamation to set special election dates for Alabama House District 11. This...
Heath Allbright announces candidacy for House District 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – Heath Allbright has announced his candidacy for Alabama House District 11.
“With a deep commitment to community values, economic growth and improving...
Bessemer man gets life in prison for Cullman County robbery
Updated Feb. 25, 2025, at 9:15 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker, Mark Ples Jones, 50, of Bessemer pleaded...
Hanceville man sentenced to 7-plus years in prison for meth crime
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – A Hanceville man has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for a methamphetamine crime, according to U.S. Attorney Prim...
Aderholt cosponsors bill requiring American-made flags
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Friday, Feb. 21, announced in a media release that he is “a proud cosponsor of legislation...
Good Hope pageants March 8
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope High School will hold its Fair Queen Representative Pageant on Saturday, March 8, beginning at 3 p.m. followed...
City of Cullman unveils 1st green parking lot for events
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman this week announced the completion of its first-ever green parking lot, marking what it says is a...
Alabama Attorney General Marshall: Tackling violent crime backlogs will make Alabama safer with new Speedy Trial...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall applauded the introduction of Senate Bill 176 and House Bill 307, also known as the Speedy Trial...
ALDOT prepares for snow and sleet in north Alabama
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is preparing for snow and sleet to reach parts of north and central Alabama on...
Aderholt announces 2025 4th Congressional District Art Competition
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Thursday announced that the 2025 4th Congressional District Art Competition is now underway. This annual...
Cullman High’s Sheffield, Hollis named National Merit Finalists
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School seniors Nora Sheffield and Elianna Hollis have been named National Merit Finalists.
“We are thrilled to extend our sincere...
Relay For Life 2025 season kicks off with meeting set for Feb. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Relay For Life of Cullman County is gearing up for its 2025 season and invites the community to join the fight...
McSwain, Atkins named January CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above...
‘A huge step’
CHS breaks ground on career tech and STEM wing
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools celebrated the start of construction on its new career technology...
CCS previews campus development plans at State of the School address
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the annual State of the School address on Jan. 27, Head of School Heith Yearwood previewed Cullman Christian School's plans...
Aderholt highlights Karolewics’ testimony before House Appropriations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health & Human Services, and Education, on Wednesday,...
Holly Pond woman killed in multivehicle crash
HOLLY POND, Ala. - A Holly Pond woman was killed Wednesday, Feb. 12, in a multivehicle crash.
Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Betty...
‘Free File’ now open to Alabama income tax filers for 2025 season
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama taxpayers with a qualifying 2024 adjusted gross income can prepare their 2024 state and federal income tax returns online using...
ALEA reminder: Get your STAR ID
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) this week announced its participation in the “Be Your REAL ID Self” campaign, a nationwide...
Goat Island hosting special Valentine’s Celebration for beer lovers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Goat Island Brewing will host a special Valentine's Celebration for beer lovers and sweethearts alike.
“Join us on Feb. 14 for an...
Gudger: Shedd to serve as director of constituent affairs
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, announced on Wednesday that Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview, has been hired to serve...
CHS cheerleaders earn high marks at national competition
Cullman High School’s cheerleading teams performed and finished incredibly high at the recent National High School Cheer Competition (NHSCC), hosted at the ESPN Wide...
Deacons of Diocese of Birmingham hold annual retreat at St. Bernard Abbey
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Deacons of the Diocese of Birmingham, along with their wives, gathered for their annual retreat at St. Bernard Abbey, where...
Cullman City Primary School kindergarten registration info for 2025-2026
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School is looking ahead to the 2025-2026 school year, with calendar dates and registration information now available for...
EDAA welcomes Jamie Troutman as new board president
CULLMAN, Ala. – Jamie Troutman has been appointed president of the Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA) Board of Directors, officially assuming the role...
CHS senior Hollis shines at 2024 Art Expo for High School Students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) was the place to be on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, as the university hosted...
Marshall honors CCPS for Safe Schools award
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School was honored for its efforts and commitment to school safety, with the campus one of only six...
Ivey delivers 2025 State of the State address
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday night, Feb. 4, delivered her latest State of the State address.
Below are her remarks, in their...
St. Bernard Athletic Boosters to host Annual Draw Down Dinner Feb. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - The St. Bernard Athletic Boosters will host the annual Draw Down Dinner on Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Fazi-Richard Athletic Center....
2025 Bownes Memorial For Kids’ Sake Variety Show this Sunday, Feb. 2
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from the Cullman community are preparing to showcase their talents to benefit nursery and pediatric services at Cullman Regional on...
Local family loses home in fire; donation list provided
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local family of six is safe following a devastating fire; however, they lost all their belongings.
New Hope Baptist Church said Adam and Katie...
Man wanted in Cullman County allegedly assaults Madison County deputy
MADISON COUNTY, Ala. - A man with outstanding felony warrants in Cullman County was taken into custody in Madison County on Wednesday, Jan. 29,...
Hanceville man fails to show up to court in sexual abuse case
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - Morgan County deputies executed a failure to appear warrant on Jan. 28, after John Tillman Flanagan, 36, of Hanceville, failed...
Joppa man charged with child abuse
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Joppa man was arrested on a grand jury warrant by Morgan County deputies on Jan. 24, 2025.
In a case...
Hanceville man dies following crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Hanceville man has died following a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:06 a.m. Friday, Jan. 24.
Alabama State Troopers said Victor...
ADMH unveils new license plate to promote mental health awareness and support
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) recently announced the release of a new distinctive license plate designed to “steer the...
St. Paul’s to honor Sue Westerfield at annual dinner March 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The St. Paul’s Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction is the largest fundraiser of the year for St. Paul’s Lutheran...
Cullman City Schools releases update on strategic plan, accomplishments
CULLMAN, Ala. - In honor of School Board Appreciation Month, Cullman City Schools is celebrating the accomplishments of its current school board this January...
Ivey invites students to apply for 2025 Summer Internship Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey recently announced that the application period for the Governor’s Office Summer Internship Program is now open. This nine-week...
Trump sworn in
WASHINGTON, D.C. - “Donald Trump, who overcame impeachments, criminal indictments and a pair of assassination attempts to win another term in the White House,...
NWS: Cold weather advisory in effect
Urgent weather message from the the National Weather Service in Huntsville:
Cold weather advisory in effect from midnight Sunday night to noon CST Monday for...
Dripping Springs Chapter honors DAR Good Citizens
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Students from 10 area high schools who were chosen as Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizens were recognized...
Visit the North Alabama Agriplex Jan. 18
CULLMAN, Ala. — The North Alabama Agriplex is opening its doors to the community on Saturday, Jan. 18, from 1-3 p.m. Visitors of all...
Children’s of Alabama expands neonatal intensive care unit
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Children’s of Alabama recently announced the expansion of its neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The NICU is a Level IV unit...
Cullman Regional opens freestanding ER in Hartselle
HARTSELLE, Ala. – Cullman Regional opened its freestanding emergency department in Hartselle on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025. The new service is the latest addition...
Cullman City Schools breaks ground on new Cullman Intermediate School
CULLMAN, Ala. - The next chapter in Cullman City Schools is officially underway. On Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, officials with Cullman City Schools, the...
Urologist Rodney Sanders joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Urologist Rodney Sanders, MD, has joined Cullman Regional Medical Group and will begin seeing patients in the hospital’s urology clinic on...
LIST: Cullman County warming shelters
CULLMAN, Ala. - As arctic air hits the area over the next few days, there are several warming shelters available for those in need.
As...
Aderholt: City of Cullman awarded $20.3M for St. Bernard Bridge Replacement Project
CULLMAN, Ala. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Monday announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $20,390,010 grant to the City...
Brown’s Creek Public Boat Ramp in Guntersville reopens after facility upgrades
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. - The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) has reopened the Brown’s...
Alzheimer’s Association shares winter safety tips for those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Winter weather conditions — colder temperatures, snow, ice and early darkness — can be potentially dangerous and even life-threatening for 103,600...
Remembering former sheriff Wendell Roden
CULLMAN, Ala. - Former Cullman County Sheriff George Wendell Roden, 88, passed away Dec. 27, 2024. His funeral was held Dec. 30, with many...
Cold weather tips from Cullman County EMA
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cold weather is on the way! Temperatures will begin dropping this week, with Wednesday afternoon bringing the lows in the mid-20s....
Community call to action from the United Way of Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County recently issued a community call to action. You can read it below:
Looking into the coming...
(Updated) Big Lots makes deal to save some stores, brand
Updated Dec. 28, 2024, at 3:35 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a turn of events, Big Lots, Inc. announced it "has agreed to a sale...
Alabama DHR addresses expiration of SNAP benefit replacement authorization
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Effective Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, the Congressional authorization for replacement of stolen Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits expired. The replacement...
CCPS named 1 of the safest schools in Alabama
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) has been honored for its efforts and commitment to school safety, with the campus one of...
Cullman City Schools honors 2024 Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has named its 2024 Teachers of the Year, honoring some of the best educators across the district for...
County providing Dumpsters for holiday trash Dec. 24-26
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission is providing Dumpsters to collect extra holiday trash Tuesday, Dec. 24, through Thursday, Dec. 26.
Locations are as...
Alabama unemployment rate rises to 3.1%; Cullman County rate is 2.8%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL), Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is 3.1%, up from October 2024’s rate...
Start 2025 with a First Day Hike at an Alabama State Park
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama State Parks will again offer First Day Hikes at 12 different State Parks on New Year’s Day, providing the perfect...
Cullman man arrested following foot pursuit
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man was arrested in the early morning hours of Saturday, Dec. 21, after allegedly attempting to elude law enforcement....
Elks Lodge’s 2nd annual ‘Beauty in the Beast’ contest raises more than $5K for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Elks Lodge recently hosted its second annual "Beauty in the Beast" contest, raising over $5,000 to provide Christmas gifts...
ALEA ‘unwraps’ 12 Days of Safety campaign
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – This weekend, as the festivities kick off, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) believes the 12 Days of Safety campaign is...
$3.4M in Community Services Block Grants awarded statewide
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Kay Ivey’s office this week announced $3.4 million in Community Services Block Grants will be distributed to 18 community action...
Highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed in Alabama; over 115K birds killed in Cullman County
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) and USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) have confirmed the presence...
PFLAG chapter set to launch in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - A group of local residents has formed a new chapter of Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) that...
Ivey announces funds to provide aid and shelter for victims of domestic violence
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey recently announced additional support for victims of domestic violence through the State’s Domestic Violence Trust Fund.
Fourteen domestic violence...
Lee, Farr named December CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each month of the school year, Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member who go above and...
Cullman City Primary School named 2024 Safe Schools Initiative Awards winner
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall this week announced the winners of the 2024 Safe Schools Initiative Awards. The selection process featured...
Hanceville man killed in Morgan County crash
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. – A Hanceville man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:09 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Alabama State...
Cullman Regional welcomes urologist Louis Remynse, MD, to Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Regional Medical Group recently welcomed board-certified urologist Louis
Remynse, MD, who brings more than 34 years of experience to the team.
Remynse...
Alabama Farm Credit Partners with Hope Horses to exceed fundraising goal for therapeutic riding...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Farm Credit and Hope Horses this week announced the tremendous success of their Giving Tuesday campaign, which raised $6,447 —...
Nominations open for Eagle Awards to honor special contributors to Alabama State Parks
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama State Parks Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has begun accepting applications for its prestigious Eagle...
Alabama DHR addresses increase in EBT fraud, cautions clients against phone scams
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is continuing to receive an increased number of fraud reports throughout the state. DHR continues...
ALEA reports 21 traffic fatalities during 9-day holiday enforcement period
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has concluded its Thanksgiving holiday enforcement period, which took place from Saturday, Nov. 23, to...
ALEA: 3 missing children from Virginia found safe in Alabama
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. - On Thursday, Dec. 5, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Fusion Center (AFC) received a law enforcement bulletin concerning an...
Shedd receives ‘Iron Award’ from Alabama House Republican Caucus
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama House of Representatives Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen, R-Hartselle, on Wednesday announced that Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview, has been presented with...
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