Tag: Featured
Cullman Regional expansion nearing completion
CULLMAN, Ala. – The latest expansion project at Cullman Regional is nearing completion. The hospital broke ground on the project in January 2022, and...
Turkey harvest up; debate continues on population
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - According to Game Check reports, turkey hunters in Alabama harvested almost 2,500 more birds during the 2023 season than the 2022...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 5, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 5, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Alabama’s Jim Wells Selected to ABCA Hall of Fame Class for...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Former Alabama head baseball coach Jim Wells was selected to the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame as part of the...
Lightning strike kills cattle in Berlin, highlights need for safety in...
BERLIN, Ala. – Lightning killed 31 cattle on the farm of Daymin Gardner in Berlin during Saturday afternoon’s thunderstorms. The cattle were taking shelter...
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Practice how you play’: Fairview’s Jaxson Robertson recaps freshman...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview's JV baseball is coming off another good season. The Aggies ended up taking home the county championship and freshman Jaxson...
ACES: Heat safety important as summer temperatures rise
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Outdoor work and recreation are difficult to enjoy when temperatures are hotter than a black cat on a tin roof...
North Alabama Agriplex makes progress with Community Hub capital campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex recently raised $2,400 with its Grub for the Hub local burger night at Goat Island Brewing, benefiting...
Notable nonprofit: Cullman County Commission on Aging
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) Executive Director Stephanie Lawson said that for the last two years, she has felt right...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Don’t take anything for granted’: Vinemont’s Isaac Moody recaps...
VINEMONT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Vinemont senior Isaac Moody and he shared some of his favorite sports memories from his...
Books reviews from CCPLS readers
Readers who frequent the Cullman County Public Library System share reviews of some of their recently read books.
Submission date: June 22, 2023
Reviewer: Paulette Gentry
Title:...
Happy 200th birthday, Col. Cullmann!
Friends of Frankweiler hosts party to celebrate town’s founder
CULLMAN, Ala. - A small crowd of Cullmanites of all ages and backgrounds joined together at...
Camp Liberty hosting 10th Extreme Military Challenge
BATTLEGROUND, Ala. - This summer Camp Liberty in Cullman County is hosting its 10th Extreme Military Challenge (XMC), a seven-week program with participants aged...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 3, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
St. Bernard releases 3D ornament of Abbey Church for 2023 holiday...
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard is proud to announce the launch of a new 3D ornament of the Abbey Church, the first in a...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Inspire the younger girls on the team’: Cullman’s Sadie...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats are coming off another great softball season in which they finished runners-up in the Class 6A, Area...
Cook Ministries to host suicide prevention training July 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Cook Ministries is teaming up with Alabama Suicide Prevention & Resources Coalition (ASPARC) to bring suicide prevention education and...
Applications opening for WSCC Nursing, EMS and Child Development programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The application process for several Health Science programs at Wallace State Community College is opening for admission in the Spring 2024...
Cullman City Schools launching 3 new career tech programs for 2023-2024...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is expanding its career and technical education (CTE) programs for the upcoming school year. New programs focused on...
Files from yesteryear: 1936
From the files of 1936
The Vinemont 4-H Club elected officers at the school on Wednesday. President-Marie Drake, Vice-President- Dorothy Lawrence, Secretary-Daisy Edge, Cheer Leader-Myron...
Lightning strike kills cattle in Berlin, highlights need for safety in...
BERLIN, Ala. – Lightning killed 31 cattle on the farm of Daymin Gardner in Berlin during Saturday afternoon’s thunderstorms. The cattle were taking shelter...
Elizabeth St. John exhibition on display through July 10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College has extended the exhibition featuring paintings by local artist Elizabeth St. John...
Cullman County Schools students to receive free breakfasts, lunches
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Schools Child Nutrition Program recently announced that for the 2023-2024 school year, breakfasts and lunches will be free...
Cullman’s award-winning Haynes Farm to be featured on national TV
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Hayneses of Cullman County who run Haynes Farm will receive statewide and national exposure with a feature on Simply Southern...
UAB Athletics officially joins the American Athletic Conference
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The UAB Department of Athletics has officially joined the American Athletic Conference as of today, July 1, 2023.
The Blazers make the transition to The...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Col. Cullmann’s 200th birthday party
CULTIVATE CULLMAN: The Countywide Arts and Gardening Celebration is joining with the “sister city” group, “Friends of Frankweiler,” to salute Cullman County’s founder, Colonel...
Pentastar South Car Club donates nearly $4K to Secret Meals for...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Pentastar South Car Club has a passion not only for Mopar builds, but also for giving back to the community. For...
Car Chase Ends in Crash; Driver at Large, Passenger Apprehended
VINEMONT, Ala. — A car chase stemming from a robbery in a neighboring county came to a crashing halt just off I-65 and Hwy....
5 gold medalists among 10 winners for WSCC at SkillsUSA
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Ten students from Wallace State Community College brought home medals, including five gold medals, after competing over the weekend at the...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Leave everything on the court’: Fairview’s Laci Segrest recaps...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – In this interview I talked to Fairview junior Laci Segrest about her junior season on the volleyball court and competing in...
Vinemont 4th of July Celebration July 2
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The Town of South Vinemont and Vinemont Baptist Church will host the second annual 4th of July Celebration Sunday, July...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 30, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 30, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman City School Board approves personnel changes
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board on Thursday approved several personnel changes.
Three new hires were in attendance: Carson Aaron and Jarrod...
Cullman’s Jordan Lee earns 3rd career MLF Bass Pro Tour win...
HARRISON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (June 29, 2023) – Championship Thursday on Lake St. Clair started off with a bang, with Berkley pro Jordan Lee of Cullman, Alabama , taking advantage of...
2 Benedictine monks ordained to priesthood at St. Bernard Abbey
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Abbey announces the ordination of two of its monks, Father Paschal (Gabriel) Paulter, O.S.B. and Father Pachomius (Gustavo) Alvarado-Garcia,...
The Link expands kindergarten readiness camp to 7 locations
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County is gearing up to host another year of kindergarten readiness camps, this year in seven different...
Vinemont man killed in 2-vehicle crash
DECATUR POST—A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:23 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, has claimed the life of a Vinemont man. Johnny D. McDonald, 83,...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 29, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 29, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Push yourself’: Fairview’s Ada Fales talks sophomore season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies are coming off another good softball season as they finished just one game shy of a trip...
Pet of the week: Livin’ life in peace with Freida
CULLMAN, Ala. – Freida, an approximately 2-year-old female boxer mix with a funky charcoal and cream coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County...
St. Bernard alumni celebrate reunions and anniversaries
CULLMAN, Ala. - The weekend of June 22-25, 2023, was a time of joy and nostalgia for the alumni of St. Bernard, who came...
Cullman Co. man sentenced to 99 years for wife’s murder
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County man, who was convicted of murder in April for the for the Jan. 27, 2021, slaying of his...
Cullman Regional welcomes OB-GYN Taylor Massengill, MD to Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - OBGYN Taylor Massengill, MD has joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Massengill treats and provides care for uncomplicated pregnancy, high-risk pregnancy, routine...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 28, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 28, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Learning never stops: West Elementary hosts summer reading camp
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary School has spent recent weeks hosting its three-week summer reading camp, offering kindergarten to third-grade students a chance to...
Cullman Sportscards & Fun Shop opens new location
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Sportscards & Fun Shop officially opened the doors of its new location in downtown Cullman Wednesday morning and owner Johnny...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Handle tough situations with Jesus and class’: Cullman’s Olivia...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cullman senior softball player, Olivia Britton. Olivia made a lot of great memories during her...
Cullman Oktoberfest 2023 dates, details announced
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Oktoberfest 2023 – which will also celebrate the 150th anniversary of Cullman – will take place Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 28-30.
The expanded...
Cullman’s Peoples Bank ranks in Forbes 2023 America’s Best Banks in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Peoples Bank of Alabama (PBAL) is proud to announce its inclusion in the sixth annual ranking of the Forbes 2023 America’s...
Amerson sentenced to 131 years in death of Bradley Patterson
CULLMAN, Ala. – Brett Steven Amerson of Morris, Alabama, who was convicted of reckless murder in Cullman County back in April, on Tuesday, June...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 27, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘We want the kids to have someone to look up to’:...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The third annual West Point basketball camp has come to a close and more than 60 kids participated in this...
PREP BOWLING: ‘The love and support from everyone was amazing’: Fairview’s...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview senior bowler, Cadence Ryan. She bowled for the Aggies for two years and was...
Cullman council gives updates on roads, new hotel
CULLMAN, Ala. – At Monday’s meeting of the Cullman City Council, Mayor Woody Jacobs gave an update on road construction around city hall and...
‘My heart said to do something for these senior citizens, so...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Candie Cummings is on a mission to shine a light on one of the darkest forms of abuse in our community:...
‘Competition was stiff’
Marys vs. Mimosas brunch showdown raises funds for Les Dames
CRANE HILL, Ala. – Brunch enthusiasts lined up in the late-morning sun to try bespoke...
Cullman man arrested in Fultondale child predator case
FULTONDALE, Ala. – Jayson Ray Sparks, Sr., 55, of Cullman was one of 11 men arrested over the weekend in a sting operation led by the Fultondale...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 26, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 26, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Holly Pond High’s Simmons named to UA Early College Director’s List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 516 students enrolled in UA Early College during spring semester 2023 at The University of Alabama were named...
3 Cullman County students named to UWA President’s, Dean’s List
LIVINGSTON, Ala. -- The University of West Alabama has announced nearly 700 outstanding undergraduate students named to the President’s List and the Dean’s List...
PREP SPORTS: ‘It’s not about winning or losing; it’s about whether...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview freshman Anna Strane shined on both the volleyball court and during track & field season this past year and Anna...
Local students named to UA President’s, Dean’s Lists
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 12,487 students enrolled during Spring Semester 2023 at The University of Alabama were named to the Dean's List...
Marshall issues consumer alert: How to avoid summer scams
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Summer is heating up, but so are the number of scam calls targeting you and your loved ones in an attempt...
Fairview’s Green, Cullman’s Troutman earn Alfa Foundation Scholarships
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Two Cullman County students – Landon Green of Fairview and Luke Troutman of Cullman – were recently selected as two of 100 recipients of...
Cullman County’s Haynes selected for prestigious A.L.F.A Leaders program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The sixth class of the Agricultural Leaders for Alabama (A.L.F.A. Leaders) program was recently announced after a rigorous application and interview...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Cultivate Cullman
CULTIVATE CULLMAN: The Countywide Arts & Gardening Celebration, which includes “Culinary Cullman” and musicians with Cullman County roots, grew from a seed of an...
Severe weather for portions of state this afternoon into Monday
CLANTON, Ala. – Two waves of thunderstorms are expected from this afternoon into Monday morning, both of which will likely produce some severe weather.
The first wave...
Files from yesteryear: 1904, 1934
From the files of 1904
C.F.J. Hartung, M.D., came home from Chattanooga this week.
Louis Owen, Esquire and Frank Johnson, of Bremen, were in town this...
Jordan Lee jumps to early lead at MLF General Tire Stage...
HARRISON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (June 24, 2023) – Berkley pro Jordan Lee of Cullman, Alabama weighed in 12 scorable smallmouth bass, with his best five totaling 22 pounds,...
‘Bless Your Sole’
Curt’s Closet gears up for back to school with shoe drive
CULLMAN, Ala. – Five years in, Cullman’s Curt’s Closet, a clothing ministry that offers...
Cullman welcomes Hello Sunshine Boutique
CULLMAN, Ala. – Anne Freeman and Amanda Martin have joined forces to offer unique, affordable customized boutique pieces to Cullman at Hello Sunshine Boutique....
HPD chief presents 1-year plan, seeks community input
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Police Chief Joshua Howell was sworn in on April 13, 2023. At the June 22, 2023, Hanceville City Council meeting,...
Commission approves $814K tax abatement for NAFCO
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Thursday approved a tax abatement for the expansion of North Alabama Fabricating Company (NAFCO) in the...
Sheriff Gentry issues lake safety tips
CULLMAN, Ala. – With an increased number of incidents on the water this summer the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) wants the community to...
Alabama adds Anthony Papio to Baseball coaching staff
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – University of Alabama head baseball coach Rob Vaughn officially announced the hiring of Anthony Papio on Friday morning. Papio joins the Crimson...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 23, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
CAPNA opens applications for weatherization assistance
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the cost of living steadily rising, and many homeowners unable to perform crucial repairs to maintain their homes, it can...
PREP SOCCER: ‘It’s incredibly heartwarming to be a part of a...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to West Point soccer player, Kyli Armistead. She made so many great memories during her...
Alabama’s Brandon Miller and Noah Clowney selected in 2023 NBA Draft...
Miller selected second overall to Charlotte, Clowney goes in No. 21 overall to Brooklyn, marking the first time in 28 years that two Alabama...
‘In the times we live in it’s nice to be able...
Lights on 436 introduces new patriotic show ahead of Independence Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – Ronnie Allred, the creative mind behind the local Christmas light show...
Baileyton ‘Good Time’ Drag Strip to host Jet Car this Saturday
BAILEYTON, Ala. – This Saturday, June 24, the Baileyton “Good Time” Drag Strip will host the Jet Car, a jet-powered dragster that runs over...
Fairview esports team to host fundraiser July 8
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School’s esports team will host a Super Smash Bros. Tournament fundraiser with Green Brothers Comics in Arab Saturday, July...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Abby Sosa of Cullman 1 of 11 UA students competing for...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Eleven University of Alabama students are among a field of 42 contestants set to compete for the title of Miss Alabama June 28-July...
St. Bernard to host KCBS Backyard Competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Prep School is adding another fun event to the seventh annual Bernard Blues and BBQ. On Sept. 9, ...
Berlin moves forward on storm shelter, park projects
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening moved forward with plans to locate a storm shelter and develop a recreational park...
‘Be the best player for God’: Fairview’s Allison Davis talks junior...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Lady Aggies put together great seasons on both the basketball court and softball field last year and in this...
Holly Pond welcomes new business BNF Metals
HOLLY POND, Ala. – On Friday, June 16, BNF Metals held its grand opening at its new location at 11615 U.S. Highway 278 E...
Cullman City Primary, Vinemont Elementary receive state grants for additional Pre-K...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education (ADECE) on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, announced the expansion of...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘If you are going to do something, do it...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Cullman softball standout Haley Shannon, and she had a lot of great memories to...
COLUMN: BBQ joints
I love me some BBQ. That’s because I’m Southern, and it’s the law. If you cut me, I will probably bleed smoky, sweet, red...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Keep your eye on what you want to be...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Aggies had another strong year on both the volleyball court and out on the track and in this interview,...
Auburn finalizes renovation plans for Plainsman Park
AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn Athletics has finalized plans for the previously approved $30 million Plainsman Park renovation project that will begin this summer.
Scheduled to start...
Jay’s Legacy Bike Ride now inviting car participation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Registration is now open for the ninth annual Jay’s Legacy Bike & Car Ride starting at J&S Karaoke on Saturday, July...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Be the best version of myself’: Fairview’s Addison Phillips...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies are coming off a great softball season and, in this interview, eighth grader Addison Phillips shared some of...
Cullman County Republican Women host Pfizer ‘whistleblower’ Debbie Bernal
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Republican Women, along with Eagle Forum of Cullman, last week hosted professed “Pfizer whistleblower” Debbie Bernal.
President of the...
Senior Outreach Players coming to WSCC in September
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – For lovers of classic television variety ensembles and family-friendly comedy, Senior Outreach Players has compiled a showcase of humor and characters...
Medical cannabis: AMCC issues stay on licenses
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) on Friday, June 16, held an emergency meeting and put a hold on the licenses...
