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REHAU welcomes first graduates of joint venture with CCBOE and Wallace State
Pictured left to right are REHAU Plant Manager Albert von Pelser, CCBOE Superintendent Shane Barnette, Nathan Hannah, Steven Ogle, WSCC President Dr. Vicki Karolewics...
Pet of the Week: help Zoey find her forever home
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt of the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us to the shelter’s Pet of the Week.
“Hello, my name is Zoey and...
Cullman council awards airport security fence contract, approves multiple annexations
Stars mark the areas along Cullman’s eastern and northern edges where properties were annexed. / Google Maps
CULLMAN - Despite the wind and rain, the...
Group of Florida evacuees making Camp Liberty home
BATTLEGROUND - Camp Liberty, the self-described “patriot retreat” off Alabama Highway 157 in the community of Battleground, got a lot bigger over the weekend....
Cullman Co. volunteers mount massive response to aid Hurricane Irma evacuees
DODGE CITY - When Hurricane Irma set its sights on Florida, wise Floridians set their sights on points north. As traffic began to stack...
Mae’s Food Hall hopeful for October opening
The facade of Mae’s is almost finished, featuring a logo based on Linnie “Mae” Quick’s own handwriting (Mae's is named after Shane Quick's beloved...
Suicide walk remembers victims and those left behind
Participants attached photos of lost loved ones to a memorial placard by the Depot Park fountain. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - Any number of suicides...
Sons of Liberty motorcycle ride nets $5K for wounded veterans
CULLMAN - On Saturday, more than 100 motorcycle riders from multiple organizations descended on Cullman for the Sixth Annual Wounded Veterans Ride, a charity...
Final 2nd Fridays of the summer holds its own against area football games
CULLMAN - On the final installment of 2nd Fridays 2017, the First Avenue Special Events District faced stiff competition from high school football games...
Oktoberfest 2017 schedule set, Burgermeister named
CULLMAN - Plans for Oktoberfest 2017 are rounding out nicely, with a month to go. Last year’s event was the largest the city has...
REHAU welcomes CCBOE/WSCC Fast Track apprenticeship graduates
Updated 9-8-17
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE), Wallace State Community College, and automotive parts manufacturer REHAU will hold a reception on...
Use of force: CCSO Citizens’ Academy, week 3
CA students face simulated violent crime scenarios on Wallace State’s computerized virtual firing range. / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - In the third week of the...
Pet of the Week: help Ellie find her forever home
Ellie is a sweet, playful 6-month-old Lab. / Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN - Let us introduce the Cullman County Animal Shelter’s pet of the...
Holly Pond Ag students, adult volunteers renovate school’s library
Holly Pond agriscience students in the newly renovated library / Melanie Hall
HOLLY POND - When schools need things done, they can send a request...
Crowds flock to Shrine for Divino Niño Day 2017
HANCEVILLE - On a typical Saturday, the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament near Hanceville will host up to 300 visitors. But Sept. 2...
Commission hears concerns about CR 236
County Road 236 resident Charles Wood addresses the commission about road conditions. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - When the Cullman County Commission opened the floor...
Rhythm of the fall: area marching bands prepare for 2017 season, part 3
The Holly Pond Bronco Band performed at Disney World last April. Photo courtesy Evan Curtis/Holly Pond High School
CULLMAN COUNTY - The 2017 high school...
Master Gardeners awarded grant for Bicentennial garden
Cullman Bicentennial Committee Chairman Drew Green presents a check to Teresa Goodwin of Cullman Master Gardeners. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Wednesday morning, Cullman...
(UPDATED) NWS Huntsville confirms EF-2 tornado caused damage
HOLLY POND - The National Weather Service in Huntsville (NWSH) confirmed late Friday afternoon that it was an EF-2 tornado that caused the damage...
Update: Elks Lodge reports better than expected response to flood relief project
CULLMAN - When the Cullman Elks announced that they would start loading a trailer with supplies for flood victims in Texas, they knew the...
ALDOT addresses annoying concrete dividers on Hwy. 278
CULLMAN - Many, many Cullman residents have expressed frustration, aggravation and concern over the seemingly endless barriers and dividers that have appeared along U.S....
Adoptions on the rise at Cullman County Animal Shelter
Ryan Whisenhunt with Jerald, the shelter’s current Pet of the Week
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Animal Shelter was happy to report to The...
Strange visits with Cullman leaders ahead of Sept. 26 runoff
CULLMAN - Local mayors, members of the Cullman County Commission, and representatives of numerous city and county agencies and boards gathered at the Cullman...
CullmanCityRocks and SFW sending love, gravel around the world
CULLMAN - After a soldier stationed in Kuwait posted a request on a Florida rock-painting Facebook page for colorful rocks to brighten up his...
Elks lodge packing 18-wheeler for Texas; donations needed
CULLMAN - On Wednesday morning, the Cullman Elks Lodge will begin taking donations of needed items for flood victims in Texas. Items can be...
Pet of the Week: help Jerald find his forever home
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt of the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us to our Pet of the Week.
“Hello, my name is Jerald and I...
Cullman council commends East Elementary archery champions
CULLMAN - A group of kids was out late on a school night Monday. During the Cullman City Council’s regular meeting, Mayor Woody Jacobs...
Cullman council sees a (possible) vision for the future of Depot Park
If approved, a renovation of the current Depot Park (hand-marked 1-A on the designer’s concept map) and Second Avenue Northeast (hand-marked 1-B) will be...
Cullman High School Class of 1952 celebrates 65 years
Cullman High School Class of 1952
CULLMAN - At All Steak on Saturday morning, members of the Cullman High School (CHS) Class of 1952 gathered...
Profiles in Faith: Fairview teen committed to life of ministry
Macie Burgin, raising funds for her upcoming mission trip to the Philippines / Jennifer Limerick
FAIRVIEW - Macie Burgin is not your typical 15-year-old girl. ...
Rhythm of the fall: area marching bands prepare for 2017 season, part 2
CULLMAN COUNTY - The 2017 high school football season is upon us, and football teams have been working out and preparing for weeks. But...
Hanceville’s Pender named Alabama Environmental Conservation Education Teacher of the Year
Michelle Pender, first-grade teacher at Hanceville Elementary School, accepts her award as the Environmental Conservation Education Teacher of the Year. / CCSWCD
HANCEVILLE - Last...
AT&T announces wireless internet service for parts of rural Cullman County
Sen. Paul Bussman cuts the ribbon to announce the official opening of fixed wireless internet service in west Cullman County. / W.C. Mann
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Popular CCSO Citizens’ Academy underway
Sheriff Gentry introduces the CCSO command staff. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - The latest class of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Citizens’ Academy got...
Hanceville council split over operating budget proposals
HANCEVILLE - In an extended meeting Thursday evening, the Hanceville City Council came together to support city infrastructure improvement, before splitting over questions related...
Hanceville’s knapsack program plans for new year; ‘Bulldog Pantry’ unveiled
Knapsacks program volunteers plan strategies for the new school year. / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - The Hanceville Knapsacks for Kids program leaders met with representatives...
One last conversation with a living legend: Margot Tanner
Margot Tanner displays one of the numerous original works of art she has created. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - This week, the Cullman community will...
‘Blackout 2017’: on the ground in Tennessee for the eclipse
Thousands filled McMinnville’s court square park and numerous side streets, which had to be closed to vehicles hours before the event. / W.C. Mann
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Great American Eclipse: Viewing party at Cullman Electric Co-op at noon
CLICK HERE to see what the eclipse will look like in your zip code. (Time Magazine)
CULLMAN - The day is finally here. The “Great...
Depot Day a way for United Way to get the word out
The inflatable water slide was a huge hit with the kids at Saturday's Depot Day at Depot Park. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Saturday...
Graves changes plea to not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect, released...
James Graves / Cullman County Sheriff's Office
CULLMAN - Former Cullman County Commission Chairman James Graves, 74, of Vinemont, arrested and charged Wednesday, May 10...
Local, state leaders honor Peggy Smith
Peggy Smith surrounded by members of the Cullman City Council, Cullman Economic Development Agency and the Industrial Development Board / W.C. Mann
You outworked every...
Quietly making a difference
At this week’s meeting, club members enjoyed a visit from local country western trio “Behind the Times.” / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Monday, I...
CHS broadcast team ranked top in state
Bishop Lee on the Cullman High School Broadcast Network’s virtual set / John Drake
CULLMAN - Did you know that Cullman High School (CHS) has...
Cullman city and county school boards issue statements on next week’s eclipse
This image shows the Aug. 1, 2008, solar eclipse at the point of totality, when the moon completely blocks out the body of the...
City school board previews budget, recognizes achievements
Dr. Jay Page, principal, left, was among representatives of West Elementary to accept the school’s 2017 Beautification Award from PALS. Joining him were, from...
Pet of the Week: Laid-back Callie is seeking her forever home
Callie is a 4-year-old lab mix. / Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt introduces us to the Cullman County Animal Shelter’s pet of...
Get ready for the eclipse, and do it right
Believe it or not, the best viewing shades are available at Wal-Mart. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN COUNTY - Folks are preparing for the first total...
CP&R hot topic at council meeting: swim, dive champions honored; report on Heritage Park
Members of the Cullman Swim and Dive Teams were recognized by the Cullman City Council Monday evening. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Monday evening,...
412 Public House breaks ground in historic district
City officials and business owners gathered with economic development representatives and staff from the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce to break ground on 412...
U.S. Senate primary tomorrow: Get out and vote!
Alabama voters will head to the polls tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 15 to vote in the special election primary for the U.S. Senate. Top l-r:...
Bikers overtake 1st Ave. for a worthy cause
Chuck Shikle with his ‘76 Shovelhead / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - A crowd of vintage and custom motorcycles and automobiles descended on First Avenue Northeast...
Local groups come together to combat suicide
Coordinator Ron Lamon addresses participants before the awareness walk. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Saturday morning, groups from around north Alabama gathered in downtown...
Rhythm of the fall: area marching bands prepare for 2017 season
The Vinemont Eagle marching band prepares for the 2017 marching season. / Courtesy Skylar King
CULLMAN COUNTY - As the new school year cranks up,...
Rumors Deli: state award and new location
Rumors Deli is moving to as-of-yet undisclosed location in early January 2018. Its current building was sold and Rumors’ lease is up Dec. 31....
Hanceville council tables pay raises, IT maintenance contract
The Hanceville Police Explorers received a $400 check from Karen Cook (center) of Cook Ministries. / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - The budget was centerstage at...
Holly Pond- based Jet Pep bought out by Canadian corporation
Jet Pep’s Holly Pond headquarters, as seen on Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2017 / W.C. Mann
HOLLY POND - On Monday, Aug. 7, CrossAmerica Partners LP...
Moore addresses Second Amendment, more at BamaCarry meeting
Former Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore / W.C. Mann
FAIRVIEW - On Tuesday evening, former Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice and U.S. Senate...
Pet of the Week: Help sweet Dixie find her forever home
Dixie is a female lab mix, approximately 8 years old. / Ryan Whisenhunt
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt of the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us...
Deeper dive into the Duck River Dam
With the reservoir at “full pool” in April 2016, water flowed down the spillway into the rectangular stilling basin at the bottom before rejoining...
Planning commission green lights building projects, business expansion
Clifford Harris answers questions about the Flatts at Fischer Farms subdivision. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - The City of Cullman Planning Commission on Monday evening...
Purple Heart ceremony honors fallen warriors of Cullman and Morgan Counties
Family members came out to honor their loved ones. / W.C. Mann
HARTSELLE - On Saturday, military veterans, family and friends gathered for a ceremony...
Vietnam, Ford share top billing at this year’s Veterans Day celebration
L-R: James Williams, Eckenrod Ford’s Wade Bentley, Patrick James from the Cullman Elks Lodge, Randall Chambers, Wallace State instructor Leigh Ann Courington, former mayor...
Celebrate Cullman returns bigger than ever
Downtown Cullman was swarming Friday night with residents and tourists enjoying the return of Celebrate Cullman. The kids enjoyed free rides. / W.C. Mann
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1st canned beers roll off the line at Goat Island Brewing
John Richter and daughter Lisa Richter Mullaney celebrate a new era for their family’s beer recipe. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - When William Frederick Richter’s...
County teachers going to school to learn about technology, industry
With a fun mix of fantasy genres, instructor Shannon Black uses a smartphone app and his “sorting helmet” to help Rhonda House find out...
West Point playground project prepares to break ground
The final phase of construction will include handicapped-accessible features and a collection of outdoor musical instruments for sensory experiences. / Photo courtesy Landscape Structures,...
Peinhardt Homesteaders plan schedule for remainder of 2017
On Sunday, Aug. 20, a class called 'Raising Rabbits on the Homestead' will be taught. / Photo courtesy Heather Grantland, Peinhardt “Homesteaders”/Facebook
CULLMAN - The...
Pet of the Week: Ollie is looking for his forever home
Ollie is available for adoption at the Cullman County Animal Shelter. / Ryan Whisenhunt
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt of the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces...
Bussman weighs in on mental health care; strong words on state of Alabama education
Paul Bussman speaks at the Cullman County Republican breakfast in February 2017/ Andrew Cryer- Tribune File Photo
CULLMAN - Mental health care has been an...
Cullman Regional Airport improvement project gets city council approval
The Cullman City Council on Monday evening passed three resolutions to make improvements to the Cullman Regional Airport. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - The Cullman...
Hanceville Fire & Rescue getting new gear
Hanceville Assistant Fire Chief Bart Absher confers with council members Jimmy Sawyer and Sharon Porter./ W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - With Mayor Kenneth Nail out of...
Party faithful turn out for Republican candidate dinner, minus Strange
Former Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice and U.S. Senate hopeful Roy Moore speaks to guests at Friday night's Republican dinner. / Andrew Cryer
CULLMAN -...
Spotlight on mental health: New AL mental health commissioner visits Cullman
Pictured are Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, Rep. Randall Shedd, Cullman County Probate Judge Tammy Brown, State Mental Health Commissioner Lynn Beshear and Mental...
Cullman Utilities Board files suit against Duck River Dam engineers, construction company
Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer announced the suit. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - At 3 p.m. Friday afternoon, Cullman City Attorney Roy Williams,...
After 11 tasty years, AJ’s Steakhouse prepares to say goodbye
Melody Folsom Hill, daughter of former Alabama governor “Big Jim” Folsom, opened AJ’s Steakhouse with her late husband, Doug Hill. / W.C. Mann
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Cullman Police announce changes to morning traffic flow around 3 city schools
CPD Lt. Jeff Warnke, left, Officer Rodney Banister, center, and CPD Chief Kenny Culpepper demonstrate how the cones will be set up during school...
Citizen alleges deficiencies in road management in Dodge City
Said England, during heavy rain, the ditch floods quickly, encroaching into her yard and threatening to wash over the road. / courtesy Alice England
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Commission meeting becomes referendum on local trucking business
The commission met before a nearly packed house Tuesday morning. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - When the Cullman County Commission planned Tuesday morning’s meeting, the...
Never too young to make a difference: meet Denna Chivers
Denna Grace Chivers / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - There are lots of people who say they are animal lovers. Then there are those who make...
Voter registration deadline looming for U.S. Senate primary election
Democrat Doug Jones, left, and Republican Roy Moore, right, are the leading challengers for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Luther Strange, center....
Pet of the Week: Laid-back Alexander is searching for his forever home
Alexander is a 1-and-a-half-year-old bulldog. / Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt introduces us to Alexander, the Cullman County Animal Shelter’s pet of...
City school board announces personnel changes; holds salaries steady
CULLMAN - At its last meeting before the start of the new school year, the Cullman City School Board approved the following personnel changes.
Employment:
Samuel...
Cullman library receives grant for August Alabama Bicentennial art project
Cullman’s Alabama 200 Committee Chairman Drew Green presents a grant check to Cullman County Public Library’s Janice Cook and Cullman County Public Library System...
Remembering Jay: Families First rally promotes safe driving
Jay Kendall’s widow Suzette Kendall addresses the crowd as local dignitaries look on. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Sunday evening, friends and family gathered...
Readers ask: Why does school seem to start earlier each year?
Classrooms all over the county, like this one at Hanceville Middle School, are ready to welcome students back to class. / W.C. Mann
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Walking the talk: Commissioner Garry Marchman takes road repair into his own hands
Commissioner Garry Marchman shovels a tar/gravel mix into a pothole on one of Cullman County’s roads earlier this month. / Cullman County, Delores Clark
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Back-to-School sales tax holiday begins tomorrow, and includes diapers
Image courtesy of the Alabama Retail Association
CULLMAN - To make sure that everyone can do their shopping before the start of the school year,...
Remembering Hanceville’s Joann Walls: friends share fond memories as service details announced
Joann Walls passed away on Friday, July 14, 2017. / Facebook
HANCEVILLE - Family members have announced that a memorial service for Joann Hartley Walls...
Pet of the Week: Tawny is searching for his forever home
Tawny is a 1-year-old male greyhound/lab mix. / Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt from the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us to...
Council unanimously approves expansion of downtown special events district
Cullman Parks and Recreation's Waid Harbison defended the special events district expansion, and saw two special event requests approved. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - The...
Rock hiding and hunting movement sweeping Cullman County
Krimson Mumford and her prize at Garden City Town Hall / Photo courtesy Emily Roberson, Hanceville Rocks
CULLMAN COUNTY - At various places around Cullman...
West Point’s new fire station and community shelter officially open for business
After the official ribbon cutting, the firefighters held their own opening ceremony: a firehose cutting with the jaws of life. July 15, 2017/ W.C....
36 area youth graduate sheriff’s leadership academy
The 2017 Sheriff’s Youth Leadership Academy class prepares to graduate Friday evening, July 14, 2017. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Friday, 36 area students...
Artists’ Alley adds new flair to growing 2nd Fridays
In Artists’ Alley, visitors can shop for works by local artists, and even watch some work live. / W.C. Mann
At the end of the...
Aiming for no. 1: Catfish N Que faces the judges
The staff of Catfish N Que accepts their finalist plaque from the Alabama Farmers Federation. L-R front: Mike “Papa” Link, Salina Link, Leigh Ann...
Colony fills vacant council seat; good news on summer food program
New Colony Councilwoman Ethel Alexander, with Mayor Donnis Leeth / W.C. Mann
COLONY - The biggest order of business on the table at Colony’s town...
County school board welcomes new teachers, staff
Several new teachers and administrators were on hand to introduce themselves. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Thursday evening, the Cullman County Board of Education...
Mom founds local charity, Curt’s Closet
Curt Wilson was just 15 when he was killed in a car crash on May 7. His mom, Ashley Wilson, has founded a local...
Point of View: Logan fire chief addresses water controversy
The front portion of Brick Haven was declared a total loss following the July 1 fire. / Aerial Envision
CULLMAN - In the aftermath of...
