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    Pet of the week: Make healthy choices with Oats

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Oats, an approximately 2-year-old male pit bull terrier mix with a toasted tan coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman...

    WSCC hosting event for women interested in skilled trades

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career & Workforce Development will host “Empowered: Women in the Trades,” a Lunch and Learn on Thursday, June...

    Statewide agencies that assist domestic violence victims granted $115K

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala.  – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $115,000 to help provide training and resources that ensure victims of domestic violence have...

    PREP CHEER: ‘Always have faith in yourself and your team’: Good...

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope sophomore cheerleader Jessalyn Nichols. This was her first season on the varsity...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 18, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    City school board recognizes CMS Archery Team

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board at its meeting Tuesday evening recognized the Cullman Middle School Archery Team, which this year placed...

    ACES: Kick off summer with the 4-H BIGGEST Catch contest

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    AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Alabama 4-H invites you to make a splash this summer with the 4-H BIGGEST Catch, a virtual fishing competition. The...

    Campbell, Page named to Berry College spring 2023 Dean’s List

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    ROME, Ga. - The Berry College Dean's List honors students who posted an academic average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 17, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury;...

    PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Grow together as a team and family’: West Point’s...

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    WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point sophomore Katie Beth Yovino was moved from the JV squad to the varsity team toward the end of...

    Mayor gives road work update

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night had a light agenda, with Mayor Woody Jacobs giving an update on ongoing road...

    Cullman County Probate Office implements e-recording

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Probate Office has implemented e-recording of some documents. Wendy Lambert, the office’s bookkeeper, address the Cullman County Commission...

    Baileyton hosts 3rd annual Family Fun Day

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    BAILEYTON, Ala. – The morning sun poured down on Baileyton as dozens of arts and crafts purveyors, food tents and local merchants put the...

    CHS seniors celebrate college picks with sidewalk art

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Seniors preparing to depart Cullman High School have earned close to $5 million and counting in scholarships, so the school celebrated...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 16, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Cullman Regional names new Chief Operating Officer

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Regional Medical Center has named Jason Cunningham, MHA, FACHE, as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Cunningham will be responsible...

    April 2023 health department scores

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Each month, food establishments are inspected by the Alabama Department of Health and graded on every aspect of the business. Below are...

    PREP TRACK & FIELD: ‘If you keep continuing to work hard,...

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. – This track & field season was another successful one at Good Hope as the Raiders finished runners-up in Sectionals for...

    Cullman Homeschool Theater to present ‘Politically Correct Bedtime Stories’

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Homeschool Theater will present "Politically Correct Bedtime Stories" on Saturday, May 20, at 3 p.m. at No Fences Cowboy Church. According...

    East’s outdoor classroom certified by NWF

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School on Monday morning, May 15, hosted a certification ceremony for its outdoor classroom, which has been named a...

    Threat to St. Bernard deemed not credible; classes to resume Tuesday

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – A threat made online against St. Bernard Preparatory School in Cullman over the weekend was determined to not be credible, according...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 15, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    ALEA: 2 wheels, 4 wheels, we all must share the road

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. -  This May, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is teaming up with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...

    ‘It was all about working together’: West Point’s Jasmine Quick recaps...

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    WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to West Point's Jasmine Quick about some of the many great memories during her time...

    WSCC Respiratory Therapy graduates recognized

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Respiratory Therapy program graduated more than two dozen students during its annual pinning ceremony. Class president Jaida Johnson...

    BOOK REVIEW: ‘Simple Lies’ by David Baldacci

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    “Simply Lies” is David Baldacci’s latest book. It is a psychological thriller set in Virginia about two women in a cat and mouse race to solve a...

    COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Legendary mothers

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    While creating the mother character, Frau Ruehl, in the folktale “WUNDERGARTEN,” I didn’t have to look far for stellar examples. I was lucky to...

    Files from Yesteryear: 1904, 1934

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    From the files of 1904 Warm, dry weather continues. Arthur Sanderman is behind the counter at Vinemont Grocery Company. Indications point to a victory for the Democratic...

    Letter to the Editor: Tribute to my mother, Grace McDowell Stewart

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    As we all get ready to remember or celebrate Mother’s Day May 14, my memories of my mother will always remain special to me....

    Editorial: What is motherhood?

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    I have been tasked with the insurmountable feat of summing up motherhood, in honor of Mother's Day. For reference, I like to call myself an...

    Space: Cullman students learn planets with creative projects

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Elementary students in Cullman City Schools spent recent weeks learning about space and the planets that make up our solar system...

    CCBOE hosts armed forces signing day

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    CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) on Friday, May 12, hosted high school juniors and seniors at the central office for...

    Wallace State celebrates commencement for Class of 2023

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College and President Dr. Vicki Karolewics celebrated the college’s commencement in Traditions Bank Arena of Tom Drake Coliseum....

    ‘If you don’t belong, don’t be long’

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    Beggars & Thieves pays it forward for those in need CULLMAN, Ala. – You've likely seen Beggars & Thieves around town. The large black and...

    Gentry, others visit Texas border

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Last week Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry was part of a delegation from Alabama that traveled to the U.S.-Mexico border in...

    Baileyton ‘Good Time’ Drag Strip under new management

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    BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton “Good Time” Drag Strip is under new management. As of Friday, May 12, Adam Davis has taken over management...

    William Sherrer of Bremen participating in UA Cooperative Education Program

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - University of Alabama student William Sherrer, of Bremen, is participating in UA's Cooperative Education Program during the summer 2023 semester. Sherrer...

    South Vinemont Council votes to annex properties

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    SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night voted to annex four parcels off of Goodwin Road. According to Town Clerk...

    PREP CHEER: ‘Be a Christ-like example for my teammates’: Good Hope’s...

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope sophomore Cori Melanie has been on the varsity cheer team for three years and the varsity competition team...

    ‘Home’: Cullman Women Sing spring concert

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The setting sun poured in through the towering stained glass windows of Seventh Street Baptist Church on Tuesday evening as Cullman...

    Holly Pond’s Tapscott awarded Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation scholarship

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Ethan Tapscott was awarded the High School Attending Two-Year Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 5,...

    Saint Bernard recognizes students on Honors Night

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard recognized students for their academic accomplishments during the 2022-23 Academic year on May 3 in the Abbey Byre.  Headmaster Fr....

    PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats fall in 6A semifinals at No. 1...

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    OXFORD, Ala. -- Rain postponed the Class 6A semifinals matchup between Cullman and Oxford Wednesday night, but the Bearcats and the Jackets were able...

    Gudger addresses health care visitation bill, I-65, mental health

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, recently gave an update on legislation he’s been working on this session. Gudger sponsored Senate Bill 113,  aimed...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 11, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Jim ‘Coach’ Taylor receives 2023 Impact Award

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - When Jim "Coach" Taylor first learned he was the recipient of this year's Impact Award at St. Paul's Lutheran School, he...

    Cullman County man sentenced to 75 years for failure to register...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Greg Nicholas on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, sentenced David Lee Moore, of Hanceville, to 75 years...

    Ribbon cut on new basketball court at Smith Lake Park

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    CULLMAN, Ala. –  The ribbon was cut on the new basketball court at Smith Lake Park on Tuesday, May 9. Due to the location and...

    City announces Depot Park improvements

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Thursday announced it will be making infrastructure changes to Depot Park. This will occur immediately to...

    Pedestrian struck outside Cullman Publix succumbs to injuries

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - A pedestrian struck outside Publix in Cullman on Tuesday, May 9, succumbed to her injuries after being transported to UAB Hospital...

    Harmony Mendoza to end 13-year run with WVTM 13

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    Mendoza plans to focus on nonprofit work moving forward BIRMINGHAM, Ala.– WVTM 13 on Wednesday announced the departure ofmeteorologist Harmony Mendoza. Mendoza has been covering weather in central Alabamafor 13 years but has...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 10, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    PREP SPORTS: ‘Be the best teammate I can be’: Holly Pond’s...

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    HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond Sophomore Alyssia Mitchell about her experience playing both volleyball and basketball for...

    ‘Eat. Drink. Wander.’

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    The National opens CULLMAN, Ala – The National, a stylish and fresh new gastropub in the historic district of Cullman has officially opened its doors....

    31 Hanceville High students inducted into National Honor Society

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thirty-one Hanceville High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society in a ceremony held Sunday, May 7, at the...

    PREP SOFTBALL: Holly Pond’s season ends at East Regional with losses...

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    ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – The Lady Broncos hit the road Tuesday morning to compete in this year’s East Regional Tournament in Albertville but unfortunately for...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 9, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    ‘We will forever be indebted to Hope Horses’

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. hosted its popular Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser, Hats, Horses and Hope, Saturday evening, May 6. The event...

    PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for semifinal battle at No. 1...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats topped Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one, swept Athens in round two and took a thrilling, three-game...

    Local man indicted on 53 counts related to child pornography

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – A local man arrested earlier this year after allegedly using a cellphone to record images of a child in a restroom...

    Council recognizes EES Archery Team, recaps Strawberry Festival

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night recognized the East Elementary School Archery Team, who took the state title in the...

    Good Hope’s Peyton Caudle receives City of Good Hope Endowed Scholarship

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council hosted its first May meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and the main topic...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 8, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    6 local students join Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

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    BATON ROUGE, La. - The following local students were recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most...

    PREP SPORTS: ‘Good Hope will always have a special place in...

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope senior Bonnie Williams. She shared some of her best memories during her...

    ACES: Alabama 4-H Foundation invests in future through scholarships

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    AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The Alabama 4-H Foundation is helping 35 Alabama 4-H members achieve their dreams of higher education. This year, the foundation...

    3rd annual Grilled Cheese Festival coming to Hanceville May 27

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – You'd be hard-pressed to find a more classic, comforting sandwich than a grilled cheese. Whether a simple white bread and American...

    COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Arts in the Garden

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    ARTS IN THE GARDEN is a new way to enjoy the natural beauty of Sportsman Lake, the 70-year old,  Cullman County Parks and Recreation,...

    Taziki’s to open soon; job fair May 11

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Taziki's Mediterranean Café is gearing up for its much-anticipated arrival in the community, with a soft opening slated for May 30,...

    Files from yesteryear: 1937, 1954

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    From the files of 1937 October is here -the month of witches, black cats and spooks. Already at Fairview High we are looking forward to...

    Letter to the Editor: In honor of my father

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    My beloved father Randy Wilkerson died March 22, 2010, 13 years ago at the age of 61. My father's love was unconditional, and he always...

    STATE TRACK MEET: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles capture 2A State...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Another state track meet is in the books and this year the Cold Springs Eagles and Lady Eagles are your Class...

    7th graders conquer drone race

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Schools seventh graders on Friday took part in the second annual Cullman County Drone Race at Wallace State Community...

    Seniors twist, twirl and dip at Strawberry Festival Senior Day

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – A little drizzle and unseasonably chilly temps weren't going to stop hundreds of Cullman area seniors from celebrating Senior Day at...

    CCCDD unveils renovations to 1st group home

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Center for the Developmentally Disabled (CCCDD) Executive Director Charese Morris on Thursday afternoon was thrilled to unveil finished renovations...

    PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats advance to state semifinals with dramatic, 4-2...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats punched their ticket to the 6A State Semifinals with a 4-2 win over Gardendale Friday night and they...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 5, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 5, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Pet of the Week: My fellow Americans, check out Mr. Kennedy

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Mr. Kennedy, an approximately 3-year-old male "shollie" (shepherd and collie mix) with a dark thick coat, is available for adoption at...

    WSCC students bring home 35 medals from State SkillsUSA competitions

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students from Wallace State Community College are bringing home 35 medals from the state SkillsUSA competition held this week in Mobile....

    PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman splits opening games with Gardendale, Game 3...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats were back home at Bill Shelton Field for a quarterfinals battle against Gardendale and after dropping game one to...

    AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats split with Mortimer Jordan, advance to...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Lady Bearcats were back in action at the 6A, Area 13 Tournament Thursday night and after punching their ticket to...

    Men’s and Women’s Golf preparing for national tournaments

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    Hanceville, AL — Wallace State Men’s and Women’s Golf teams are gearing up for appearances at their respective national tournaments in the coming weeks. Coming...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 4, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 4, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    ‘With great power comes great responsibility’

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    Community celebrates David Wiggins' 17-year tenure at East Elementary CULLMAN, Ala. – The community came out to celebrate a beloved educator Monday, May 1, when...

    ALL-COUNTY BASEBALL: Cold Springs’ Bartlett named MVP; Freeman, West, Sutter, Voce...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Another baseball season is in the books in Cullman County and that means there are plenty of postseason honors to be...

    Hats, Horses and Hope: Hope Horses fundraiser May 6

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday, May 6, local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. will host its Hats, Horses and Hope fundraising event. “This Hats, Horses and...

    Agriplex online spring auction May 4-7

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will hold its spring online auction Thursday-Sunday, May 4-7, raising funds for its new community hub. The auction...

    AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Cold Springs falls in 2A, Area 12 Tournament

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    SUMITON, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Lady Eagles traveled to Sumiton Christian for the Class 2A, Area 12 Wednesday and unfortunately for Eagle fans, Cold Springs...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 3, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Hanceville’s Lowery inducted into Phi Beta Kappa Society at MSU

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    MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Lindsey Lowery, majoring in Business Administration and German from Hanceville, is among Mississippi State seniors inducted into the Gamma of...

    PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Give all glory to God’: Holly Pond’s Sawyer Olinger...

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    HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos are coming off another great basketball season that saw them collect over 20 wins and add...

    PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for round 3 clash with Gardendale

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – After toppling Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one and sweeping past Athens in round two, the Cullman Bearcats are...

    West Point High finishes 8th in Quiz Bowl National Championship

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    ROSEMONT, Ill. - On the weekend of Saturday, April 29, West Point High School joined 131 of the top quiz bowl teams from small...

    ADMH: May is Mental Health Awareness Month

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Each May, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) promotes Mental Health Awareness Month along with other national organizations to raise...

    1 killed, 2 injured in multi-vehicle crash on I-65

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    CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – One person was killed and two injured in a multi-vehicle crash at approximately 8:15 a.m. Monday, May 1, near the...

    AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats advance to Area Championship game with...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats returned home to host this year’s 6A, Area 13 Tournament Tuesday night and after dropping their first...

    Arrests and Incidents reported May 2, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 2, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

    Cullman libraries celebrate National Library Week

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System last week celebrated National Library Week. This year’s theme was “There’s More to the Story.” According...

    2023 Bloomin’ Festival breaks records

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The 39th Annual Bloomin’ Festival at St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School was a smashing success! The two-day arts and crafts...

    Fun run raises money for WPES sensory room

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    WEST POINT, Ala. – The evening was aglow with neon, puzzle piece motifs and plenty of pump-up music Saturday, April 29, at West Point...