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    A Brief History of Cullman’s First Five Churches

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    CULLMAN – Cullman is filled with wonderful, God-fearing people and as a result, there are lots of fantastic churches around town. With a variety...

    Wallace State Offers Fall Continuing Education Programs

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    HANCEVILLE – Local high school and college students need not be the only ones making plans to start classes this fall. Area residents with...

    Cullman County Schools Bus Drivers Win State Competition

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    We are extremely proud of the way our bus drivers compete each year in this competition.” Mike Floyd, Cullman County Schools Transportation Director CULLMAN – Cullman...

    CRMC Center for Wound Healing Recognized with National Award for Clinical...

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    CULLMAN – Cullman Regional Medical Center physicians, leaders and clinicians recently gathered to celebrate the Center of Distinction Award, which was given to CRMC Center...

    Extension Office Holds Home Food Preservation Basics Workshop

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    I’ve had more fun with these folks and I will come back for single class I can get because I enjoy the company.” Jo-Amrah Dillingham,...

    Families First Rally Brings Awareness to Distracted Driving

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    Distracted driving is the easiest crime to prevent. All one needs to do is put down whatever distraction is at hand and pull to...

    Religious Spotlight: Cori Lewis, Pastor at Cullman Church of Christ

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    I was the kind of person whose voice would crack and I'd get all sweaty if I was asked to lead a prayer in...

    Kids Night Out To be Held at C.W. Day Park

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    HANCEVILLE – The Hanceville Police Department is hosting the seventh annual Kids Night Out on August 7 at Hanceville’s C.W. Day Park. The event...

    Mirroring History: Anderson Boats

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    CULLMAN – Bill and Frances Anderson started Anderson Boats and Motors back in 1959. It was a successful business that lasted nearly 50 years....

    Hanceville’s Dark Before Dawn Performs at 11th Frame Live

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    MADISON – Hanceville based band, Dark Before Dawn was the opening act for Shaman Harvest at 11th Frame Live, July 15. Dark Before Dawn’s sound...

    Smith Lake Fireworks Do-Over Scheduled for Saturday

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    CULLMAN – For anyone in attendance during the Fourth of July celebration at Smith Lake Park, the first three-to-four minutes of the fireworks show...

    The Humble Beginnings of Cullman County Courthouse

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    CULLMAN – Before Cullman became a county in 1877, court, and all official transactions were held in the Blount County Courthouse. Later, when Cullman...

    WSCC Set to Host 1st Disc Golf Tournament for Local Sanctioned...

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    HANCEVILLE – Cullman’s Disc Golf club is set to host the first sanctioned tournament at Wallace State Community College’s disc golf course this weekend. Ninety competitors...

    Victorian Manor Changes Name to Brookdale Hanceville

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    The city of Hanceville has been very good to us and the mayor has also been very good to us.” Miranda Sansing, Executive Director of...

    St. Bernard to Offer Competitive Bowling

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    CULLMAN – Coach Regina Willoughby is looking forward to coaching the first bowling teams at St. Bernard since the Prep School opened in 1983. St....

    Berlin Sunshine Club Holds June Meeting

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    BERLIN – The Berlin Sunshine Club met June 18th at the Berlin Community Center.  After announcements and prayer requests, the minutes for May were...

    Annual EvaBank Midnight Run 5K Gets Colorful

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    CULLMAN – This year's EvaBank Midnight Run 5K will add a splash of neon color. Black lights will illuminate portions of the course and runners...

    Local Volunteers Guard Armed Forces Career Center

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    We've got to get people back to loving our country again.” Sheila Huff, Volunteer CULLMAN – Just off Second Avenue at the Armed Forces Career Center in Cullman,...

    Religious Spotlight: Heath Tinker, Pastor at Simcoe Worship Center

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    Jesus commanded us to go make disciples, having the honor of being a part of that, it is sometimes overwhelming.” Pastor Heath Tinker, Simcoe Worship...

    Couple Arrested for Felony Child Abuse to Four Year Old Child

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    CULLMAN – Yesterday, July 20, 2015 the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Amber Marie Trybalski De Loach, 24 years old of Arab, Ala. and...

    Dayspring Dairy: Alabama’s First Licensed Sheep Dairy Farm

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    Our goal is to produce unique, delicious, safe, and healthy cheeses for our customers.” Greg Kelly, Owner - Dayspring Dairy GALLANT – Nestled in a valley in...

    Love Letters in a Box: Cullman Woman Leaves Century Old Mementos...

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    CULLMAN – May 29, 2011, began as a typical day for Eva resident, Beth Boening. To celebrate the Memorial Day weekend, she and her...

    Citizen of the Week: Joann Walls

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    My advice is to never give advice but set a good example for the younger generation.” Joann Walls HANCEVILLE – Hanceville’s Joann Walls may be a...

    Investigators Discover Human Remains at Hanceville House Fire Site

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    You have to treat it as a crime scene until you rule that it was not.” Bob Long, Hanceville Police Chief HANCEVILLE – On Wednesday July 15, a...

    Drug Sting Leads to Arrest of Three

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    CULLMAN – Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) recently arrested three individuals: Donovan Casey Odom, 42 years old Cullman, Tammy Rena Moore,...

    Stay Safe this Summer with Outdoor Grilling Tips

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    CULLMAN – During the warm climate season, when a hard week at work winds down and the weekend arrives, it can be an opportune...

    Premier Productions Grows to be Largest Producer of Christian Concerts in...

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    Premier also has this culture where we truly believe we can do anything. An atmosphere of dreaming and going for it is one of...

    Local 5-Year-Old Raising Money for Diabetic Alert Dog

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    Activity, excitement, heat and anxiety all cause big changes in the body’s blood sugar, which are things that happen to a 5-year-old all the...

    Local Musician Montgomery Miller Begins Solo Work

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    My plan is to always write music.” Montgomery Miller, Musician CULLMAN – Montgomery Miller just released his first solo, acoustic single entitled Forever in My Hands....

    Confederate Flag Sales on the Rise at Wilborn Outdoors

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      CULLMAN – With the controversy around the Confederate flag swirling, the management at Wilborn Outdoors saw a business opportunity. They began stocking Confederate flags...

    Christmas in July Helps Feed the Less Fortunate

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    It just shows you how much the residents here are willing to give year-round, not just at the holidays.” Cameron Everett, CWAC Director CULLMAN – For the...

    Festhalle Stays Open Late: Market Expands Hours for Evening Shoppers

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    I’m set up beside a lady selling some amazing baklava and baked goods, kale, chow chow, peaches, tomatoes, squash, and 'Sophie the soap baby...

    Religious Spotlight: Church212’s Pastor Chris Harrison

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    My grandfather, Pastor ​Holbrooks, was the second pastor of the First Baptist Church in Cullman back in the late 1800s. So my spiritual heritage...

    Arrest Made in Connection to Theft Cases

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    CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Joshua Daniel Ray Roberts, 33 years old of Good Hope, Ala. in the early morning...

    Reptile And Amphibian Show Coming To Agriplex

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    CULLMAN – On Tuesday, July 14 at 6 p.m. Daphne Mowland, an educator with Wheeler Wildlife will put reptiles and amphibians on display at...

    Mirroring History: Cullman Christian Church

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    CULLMAN – The beautiful church perched on a corner and located at 321 3rd St SE, Cullman, Ala. has been used as a place...

    Citizen of the Week: Scott Warner, Merging Law Enforcement and Emergency...

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    CULLMAN – In case of emergency, Scott Warner does not have to be called, he is most likely a part of whatever team shows...

    Summer Months Bring out Snakes and Spiders Around Cullman County

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    CULLMAN – As the summer months roll on gardening and adventures in the woods become a pastime. Unfortunately, this also means a higher likelihood...

    Cullman Parks and Recreation’s Archery Camp Teaches Children Tips and Tricks

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      We learned the eleven steps to archery. I like shooting a lot and I usually do pretty good.” Willa Smith, Archery Camper CULLMAN – Cullman Parks...

    Couple Arrested for Sexual Abuse to Minor Children

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    CULLMAN – Yesterday, July 8, 2015 the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Amber Maritta Cartwright, 24 years old of Crane Hill, Ala. and...

    Meet Folk-Art Craftsman, Ernie Pannell

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    I just design them for the kids, and I love kids, so it’s what I do for them.” Ernie Pannell, Craftsman CULLMAN – In a tiny lot...

    Cullman County Courthouse Celebrates 50th Anniversary

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    On July 3, 1965, the Courthouse was dedicated to serve Cullman County. Since then much has changed, not only the Courthouse but the county...

    Religious Spotlight: Meet Al Barton, Pastor of Ole Time Way Baptist...

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    There are many rewarding moments (in preaching) but by far the most rewarding is when I help lost souls get to know Jesus as...

    Gov. Bentley Awards $120K Grant to Create Jobs in Cullman

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    MONTGOMERY – Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a $120,000 grant to create jobs and spur economic development in the city of Cullman.  The Community Development...

    Coffee with a Cop: Cullman PD Sits Down and Talks with...

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    CULLMAN – Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. the Red Door Café hosted Coffee with a Cop. The community was invited to come and drink...

    Drug Bust Nets Drugs and Guns

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    CULLMAN – On Sunday July 5, 2015, agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Fasha Jade Deans, 26 years old of Cullman,...

    Fairview July 4th Fireworks Celebration and Car Show Rescheduled

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    FAIRVIEW – The Independence Day firework display at Fairview has been rescheduled for Labor Day, due to inclement weather. The Fairview Band Car Show,...

    Fourth Annual Fireworks Festival at Heritage Park Brings Families Together

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    We’re out here to provide the community with a really fun, safe way to celebrate the Fourth of July and to serve people and...

    Smith Lake Park Cancels Firework Show, Possible Labor Day Make-up Show...

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    Chamber of Commerce’s Community Luncheon Gets Fishy

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    CULLMAN – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce held its June Community Luncheon at All Steak on Friday, June 26, 2015. Dr. Rusty Wright,...

    RAD Kids Program Teaches Children to Resist Aggression Defensively

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    CULLMAN – Officer Cindy Rohrscheib led a program for children at the Cullman Civic Center last week designed to teach kids about basic safety...

    Tennessee National Guard Conducting Training Exercises at Cullman County Agricultural Trade...

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    SOUTH VINEMONT – A multitude of rumors, text alerts and other forms of social media began swarming Friday night as a National Guard convoy...

    Mirroring History: Alabama State Trooper Cars

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    CULLMAN – Alabama State Trooper cars have come a long way in the past forty-three years. The older car is a 1972 Javelin SST...

    Citizen of the Week: Cullman High School’s Bryan Patrick

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    I want them (his students) to love what they do and to see that there are more important aspects of their work than just...

    Residents Reminded of City Fireworks Ordinance

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    CULLMAN – As Independence Day fast approaches, it is only fitting, for many, to buy fireworks to celebrate the great American holiday. The only...

    Cullman Regional Airport: Flying in Commerce for Cullman County

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    Having a thriving regional airport makes Cullman more accessible and more efficient to do business with.” Mayor Max A. Townson CULLMAN – Cullman Regional Airport was...

    Meet Local Artist Shaina Cruz, Airbrush Extraordinaire

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    CULLMAN – Cullman is full of hidden gems of artistic ability; one of these gems is Shaina Cruz’s airbrushing service. With an impressive portfolio...

    Municipal Buildings to Close Friday, Sanitation Schedules Unchanged

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    CULLMAN – According to the Office of the Mayor, all city and municipal buildings will close Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day....

    Sheriff Releases Smith Lake Park Independence Day Traffic Information

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    CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will be responsible for traffic control following the fireworks show at Smith Lake Park Saturday, July...

    Community to Hold Multiple Independence Day Celebrations

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    CULLMAN – This year’s July 4th will see many celebrations throughout the Cullman area. With low ticket prices to free events, there is sure...

    Religious Spotlight: New Prospect Baptist Church’s Brother Kyle Ellison

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    People are confused, and it’s hard to earn their trust, but we do all within our power to give the Gospel of Jesus Christ...

    Winston County Escapee Arrested

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    CULLMAN – Today the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) located and arrested Bradford Seth Burney, 19 years old of Hanceville, after he escaped from...

    Cullman Probate Judge Begins Issuing Marriage Licenses To Same-Sex Couples

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    CULLMAN – Though the Supreme Court’s decision for every state to award marriage licenses to same-sex couples was announced last Friday, Cullman, along with...

    Field of Miracles Brings Joy to Those with Disabilities

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    CULLMAN – The Field of Miracles was a vision of Chester Freeman, the Park Board, and former Cullman Parks and Recreation Director Jon Hunt,...

    A Brief History of Sacred Heart Church and School

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    CULLMAN – Sacred Heart Church is one of the oldest churches in Cullman. Its two large, cross-topped steeples can be seen from all over...

    Citizen of the Week: Nancy Moore, A Reflection of Sobriety

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    I am extremely grateful for where I am today. I love being a part of life again.” Nancy Moore, One-Year Sober CULLMAN – Nancy Moore is...

    Historic Bomber Plane Set To Land in Cullman, Take Residents Airborne

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    CULLMAN – Cullman Mayor Max Townson announced last Thursday that the renowned World War II B-17 Bomber, Memphis Belle, will be flying into Cullman...

    Cullman County Farmers Market Still Keeps it Fresh after 30 Years

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    Everybody come out to visit, we have some fresh stuff. Everything is grown local. We’d like for you to come participate.” Larry Clark, Local Farmer CULLMAN...

    Crossbones Rock Moe’s BBQ

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    CULLMAN – A local band from Warrior Ala., Crossbones, held a concert at Moe’s Original BBQ, Saturday, June 6. The band played both original...

    Hanceville to Hold Public Hearing on Animal Ordinance Thursday

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    HANCEVILLE – On Thursday, June 25, the Hanceville City Council will have its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. At 6:00 p.m. they will hold...

    CPD Chief on RTS Arrests: ‘This Year is Actually Lower Than...

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    All in all we felt like it was a very successful concert.” Kenny Culpepper, Cullman City Police Chief CULLMAN – The Cullman Police Department, assisted by...

    Religious Profile: Daystar Church’s Pastor Jerry Lawson

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    Although I developed a deep relationship with God as a teenager, I never wanted to be a preacher." Pastor Jerry Lawson, Daystar Church CULLMAN – Jerry...

    “Secret Meals for Hungry Children” Benefits From Local Car Show

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    If it weren’t for the generosity of Scott Spitzer and the Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Dealership, the car show could not happen.” Brenda Allison,...

    New nursing students attend orientation session at WSCC

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    HANCEVILLE – About 200 new nursing students attended orientation Tuesday at Wallace State Community College. During the day-long event, the students were given information about when...

    WSCC Registration for Mini Term II Begins June 26

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    HANCEVILLE – Registration for Mini Term II at Wallace State begins Friday, June 26 at Wallace State Community College. Summer Mini Term II will run for five...

    Independence Day Car Show To Benefit Fairview Marching Band

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    FAIRVIEW – On July 4th at Fairview Park, the Fairview Aggie Marching Band will hold its first annual car show. The show will begin...

    Multiple Arrests Made in Connection to the Attack of Morris Man

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    CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has arrested three individuals in connection to the beating and robbery of Steven Lee Mosley, of...

    4th Annual Rock The South Has Fans Singing a High Note

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    CULLMAN – Country music wafted through the humid atmosphere during the inaugural day of the Rock the South music festival. Starting at noon and...

    Folk Art Tour Stops at WSCC Museum of Art

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    HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College’s art museum is currently showcasing two influential folk artists’ work. An assortment of pottery pieces by Jerry Brown...

    Mirroring History: Sportsman Lake Playground

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    CULLMAN – Nearly everyone that has grown up in Cullman County has, at some point in time, played on the playground at Sportsman Lake...

    Dairy Queen Opens New Cullman Location

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    The store on Highway 31 has been in the same location for sixty years, so when people say, ‘Let’s go to Dairy Queen’ that’s...

    CCBOE Votes Appleton to be New Staffing Agency for Non-Tenure Teacher...

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      Our number one goal is to take care of these kids.” Wendy Crider, CCBOE Board Member CULLMAN – Cullman County School’s non-tenure teacher aides received the notification...

    CAAWA Superheroes Rescue Local Animals

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    CULLMAN – CAAWA, the Cullman Area Animal Welfare Association, is a band of individuals whose job is to rescue and save the neglected and...

    School Resource Officers Protect Cullman County’s Youngest Citizens

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    CULLMAN – School Resource Officers are the individuals who protect children when their parents are unable to be around. Not only do they protect...

    WSCC Wraps New Bus in Lion Pride

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    HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College recently acquired a new bus, that was designated to be covered in an orange and blue WSCC Lions...

    Mopars on the Street Car Show Benefits Hungry Children

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    CULLMAN – Pentastar South Car Club hosted their 8th Annual Mopars on the Streets Car Show on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at Cullman Chrysler...

    Augusta’s Sports Bar Gearing Up for Three-day Block Party

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    CULLMAN – With Rock the South just a few days away, local establishment Augusta’s Sports Bar is preparing for its own country bash as...

    Singer/Songwriter Bennett Glasscock Plays it Cool in Latest Competition

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    CULLMAN – Local musician Bennett Glasscock has entered his second Guitar Center sponsored challenge. In February of last year, Bennett was selected as a...

    Bench Back Billboards Brings Local Businesses to the Block

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    CULLMAN – Bench Back Billboards is a Cullman-based company that provides advertising space to local businesses wanting to get their name out in front...

    Religious Spotlight: Reverend John Bussman of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church

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    There's nothing like being the instrument through which God brings a little child or an adult into His Church.” John Bussman, Pastor at St. Paul’s...

    Relay For Life Wrap-Up Party To Cap A Huge Year For...

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    CULLMAN – This Thursday, June 18, at 5:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at First Baptist Church, Cullman Relay for Life will hold its...

    Cullman Man Killed After Colliding with a Tractor-trailer Hauling Hazardous Material

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    CULLMAN – The Cullman Police Department, along with Alabama State Troopers, Cullman EMA and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office are currently working a deadly collision...

    Hanceville Holds June 11 City Council Meeting

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    HANCEVILLE – A regular Hanceville City Council Meeting was held at City Hall, Thursday at 7 p.m. The meeting began with roll call and approval...

    Citizen of the Week: Steve Cummings – Winning by Being Different

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    CULLMAN – Steve Cummings is no stranger to Cullman; his family owned and operated Cummings Sporting Goods for many years. He has worked in...

    Hanceville’s Summer Reading Program has Children Rubbing Elbows With Local Heroes

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    HANCEVILLE – Last Tuesday began the first day of Hanceville Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. The day’s theme was ‘Hometown Heroes’ and the children...

    Five Pounds of ICE nabbed in Dodge City Following Two-Month Investigation

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    DODGE CITY – On Tuesday, agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), along with the assistance of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), arrested...

    Adding Character to the Mix: Castille Character Camp Merges Virtue and...

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    CULLMAN – Last Saturday at Heritage Park, Jeremiah Castille led the second day of his annual Character Camp. Castille, who has been the chaplain of...

    Summer Youth Classes Offered at Wallace State Community College

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    HANCEVILLE – Summer break has just started for area students, but there are plenty of opportunities for them to keep learning, while having a...

    Local Artist Adds Depth to Community Prayer Room

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    CULLMAN – In the Arnold House on Arnold Street behind Grace Episcopal Church is a community prayer room that is open 24 hours a...

    Mirroring History: Big Bridge

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    BREMEN – Summertime is here, and people will soon be headed to Smith Lake to enjoy all the fun there is to be had...