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Morris Williams running for Cullman County Schools superintendent
CULLMAN, Ala. – Morris Williams, a lifelong resident and educator, has announced his candidacy for Cullman County Schools superintendent. Williams said he brings a...
Braving the cold for the sake of others
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County has effectively been at a standstill for the better portion of a week, thanks to the winter storm that...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘It wasn’t just a team; it was a family’:...
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Lady Eagles completed their middle school basketball season not too long ago and finished second in this year’s...
ADEM: Don’t drip faucets if temps are above freezing
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Due to excessive water demand experienced by many public water systems across the state, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management is...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
Relay For Life kicking off Jan. 18 to gear up for...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Severe weather possible followed by potential winter precipitation and bitterly cold...
CLANTON, Ala. – In a rare “flip”, the SPC has downgraded the previous Enhanced Risk to Slight Risk and the overall threat of tornadic...
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...
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...
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...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville freshman volleyball player Lexi Link completed her first year on the JV volleyball team and she talked about that experience...
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...
CULLMAN, Ala. — After traveling to Hartselle for a pair of area games Friday, the Bearcats and Lady Bearcats were back home Tuesday night...
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...
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...
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...
#BartonStrong Benefit Bike Show and Concert to support local man battling...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local man, known to many for his involvement in the Jack Aces Motorcycle Club and its philanthropic endeavors, is battling...
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...
FAYTTEVILLE, ARK. – Known as one of the more hostile environments in the SEC, Bud Walton Arena was quiet for most of the day Saturday...
Caution, storm ahead: Alabama prepares for severe weather
ALEA urges weather awareness ahead of possible storms
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Forecasts are calling for severe weather and storms, which could
potentially produce tornadoes and damaging...
Marine Resources asks anglers for help with fishing effort survey
If you fish in Alabama coastal and/or offshore waters, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) may soon...
Link brings back V.i.P.S. mentorship program
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County has reestablished its Volunteers in Public Schools, or V.i.P.S., mentorship program to serve West Elementary and...
COLUMN: Grandparent’s names – they call you what?
From my personal perspective, one of the most wonderful things about having grandchildren (besides being able to give them back) is that we get...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests just before New Year’s, including:
Dec. 28
Deputies arrested Leah Danielle Westbrook, 32, of Hanceville, on...
Hope Horses Spirit Night at Johnny’s Jan. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses is known for benefiting participants through adaptive therapeutic riding by building core strength, fine and gross motor...
Library’s 2024 Winter Reading Challenge runs through Feb. 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - Calling all bookworms and book enthusiasts! The Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) is hosting its first Winter Reading Challenge –...
Local woman leading chronological Bible study, almost 100 strong
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County has a reputation for being a Bible centric. One local woman felt a calling that a reputation for being...
Files from yesteryear: 1936
From the files of 1936
Ralph H. Sanders is the new minister at the First Christian Church in Cullman. He is a native of Savannah,...
Op-Ed: Alabama should proceed with caution on ‘school choice’
With another legislative session in Alabama right around the corner, along with a presidential election, “school choice” is quickly becoming a hot topic across...
Cullman Regional a 175-bed hospital after 2-phase expansion project
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional is now a 175-bed hospital after adding a total of 30 new beds to its critical care and medical...
Teen arrested after high-speed pursuit in Cullman County involving stolen vehicle
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Brandon Chester Stephens, 18, of Falkville, after a brief pursuit Friday night, Jan. 5....
Shiver for a cause at local Polar Bear Plunge Jan. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. – Those brave enough to test the wintry waters at WildWater will take part in Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism’s annual...
United Way hosting Business Alliance Breakfast Jan. 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County is set to host its annual Business Alliance Breakfast at East Side Baptist Church on...
Patterson appointed new CPD assistant chief
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department has a new assistant chief.
Patrol Officer Brandon Patterson was appointed to the assistant chief position this week...
Temporary restraining order halts issuance of Integrated Facility Licenses
CULLMAN, Ala. - Late Wednesday evening, Jan. 3, Montgomery Circuit Court Judge James Anderson issued a temporary restraining order, banning the Alabama Medical Cannabis...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison Bulldogs, Lady Bulldogs collect area wins over Meek
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Meek Tigers, who just happen to be their closest rivals being just ten miles south of them and...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville Bulldogs, Lady Bulldogs earn area wins over Ashville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After battling Vinemont on the road earlier this week, Hanceville returned home to Lane Horton Gymnasium Friday night to host a...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 5, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 5. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
2 women sentenced for murder committed in Talladega National Forest
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Two women were sentenced Thursday, Jan. 4, for crimes committed in the Talladega National Forest, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and...
PREP SPORTS: A look back at some of the best games...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- 2023 saw more than its fair share of amazing games and fantastic finishes. Here's my list of the best games that...
‘Operation WIPE OUT Cervical Cancer’ works to eliminate preventable cancer
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - During January, Cervical Cancer Prevention Month, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is working toward meeting the goals of “Operation...
ACES: USDA releases new hardiness zone map for United States
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — For the first time in more than a decade, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released new hardiness zone...
Pet of the week: Helen
CULLMAN, Ala. – Helen, an approximately 5-year-old female domestic short hair with a beautiful cream and tabby coat, is available for adoption at Cullman...
Matthew Sykes, DO joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. — Sports medicine physician Matthew Sykes, DO has joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group. Sykes is board-certified in family medicine and fellowship-trained...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison picks up 61-59 win over Falkville, Lady Bulldogs...
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the Falkville men's and women's basketball teams at lovely Allen Stephenson Gymnasium and the hometown Bulldogs came away with...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont splits varsity matchups with Cold Springs
VINEMONT, Ala. -- It was a battle of the Eagles at Vinemont Thursday night as Cold Springs made the trip to take on its county...
Rushforth Family Care: New practice bringing holistic medical care to whole...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dr. Tyler Rushforth said he and his team of health care providers at Rushforth Family Care are committed to following a...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 4, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 4, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Update on Cullman County Revenue Office malware attack
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Revenue Office over the Christmas weekend was the victim of a malware attack, forcing a temporary shutdown of...
Wagon Trail Med-Serv safe amid AMCC legal stalls
CULLMAN, Ala. - Wagon Trail Med-Serv, Cullman County’s only potential Integrated Facility for producing medical cannabis, is secure in the licensing process. On Dec....
Realistic resolutions: Goal setting with Linda Stone
CULLMAN, Ala. – In the digital age there is no shortage of “new year, new me” posts circulating in the days following Jan. 1....
Ribbon cut on new Cullman Middle School facility
CULLMAN, Ala. – The foyer of Cullman Middle School’s newest facility was packed on Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 2, 2024, as key players and dignitaries...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 3, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 3, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Local business spotlight: Cullman Marble & Granite
“Memorials of Quality since 1910” is the motto emblazoned in stone on the front of Josh Eddleman’s business, one of Cullman’s oldest – rivaled...
Auburn Made: Week 17 NFL Rundown
From a game-winning field goal to a career-long touchdown grab, it was a Christmas weekend to remember for some of Auburn's former players in...
SPOTLIGHT: Food trucks of Cullman
The Street Kitchen
Hannah Chambers is no stranger to working in a fast-paced kitchen. After working as a short-order cook at her aunt’s cafe for...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders race past J.B. Pennington 101-58
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — After spending last week playing several games in Destin, the Good Hope Raiders played a little closer to home Tuesday night,...
Man charged with attempted murder, arson in Berlin house fire
Updated Jan. 2, 2024 at 8:08 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A manhunt that began after a house fire on Dec. 23 ended Tuesday, Jan. 2,...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 2 Good Hope edges No. 4 Vestavia Hills...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- After competing at the Hilton Sandestin Invitational over the holiday break, the Good Hope Lady Raiders returned to Cullman County Tuesday...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 2, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 2, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP CHEER: ‘God gave you a purpose’: Cold Springs’ Jaci Baker...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs sophomore cheerleader Jaci Baker is cheering on the varsity squad for the first time and is really enjoying her...
What’s on tap for the city of Cullman?
“Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement and success have no meaning.”- Benjamin Franklin
Our Founding Fathers understood the task of creating...