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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....

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,...

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....

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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...

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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

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...

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

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...

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

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

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...

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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...

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

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

Ivey attends Hwy. 157 expansion ceremony CULLMAN, Ala.  – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday cut the ceremonial ribbon on the completion of the Alabama Highway...

Holly Pond 11 – Cleveland 6 (2A, Area 10) The Lady Broncos jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the bottom of the first and...

MONTGOMERY, Ala.  – In April of 2022, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division launched a new and modernized driver license system,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 1, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

WEST POINT, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors didn't have the best season last season in volleyball, but the future is definitely bright...

BATON ROUGE, La. – Alabama baseball traded blows with the nation's top-ranked team as the Tide fell, 13-11, to LSU in Sunday's high-scoring affair at...

How do we thank those who have taken the raw, sandy soil of the Cullman countryside and turned it into an Eden? One hundred-fifty...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Softball’s postseason will get underway for our local teams this week and it starts with several area tournament matchups Monday and...

DAY 2 LB Derick Hall - Round 2, Pick 37, Seattle Seahawks Derick Hall did not have to wait long Friday night to hear his name...

From the files of 1900 We are in receipt of a copy of E.T. Paul’s latest and greatest March entitled, “Dawn of the Century March.” Fifteen...

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – As the vegetable crop growing season continues, there is a heightened risk for many insect pests. Currently, Alabama Cooperative Extension...

UNIVERSITY, Miss. - Kylie Wright, of Crane Hill, pursuing a B.S.B.E. in Biomedical Engineering, was honored in the 2022-23 class of Who's Who Among...

Cullman Health & Rehab Center asks for help creating mural CULLMAN, Ala. – The staff at Cullman Health & Rehab Center is asking for the...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Five additional University of Alabama football players were drafted on night two of the 2023 NFL Draft Friday, including one...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Stiefelmeyer Building and surrounding area were damaged during an unexpected severe storm in the early morning hours of Friday, April...

CULLMAN, Ala– Dozens of cancer survivors and their family and friends gathered early Wednesday morning, April 26, for the annual Relay For Life of...

CULLMAN, Ala. -- After defeating Mortimer Jordan in the road in round one, the Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Friday night to...

CULLMAN, Ala. – After capturing the Area 14 title, the Cullman Lady Bearcats were home at Oliver Woodard Stadium for the opening round of...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Wednesday, April 26, met with members of Relay For Life of Cullman County to declare with...

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – In Alabama, one of the most iconic and historic creatures is the Northern flicker. These distinguished birds are found in...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 28, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College President Vicki Karolewics announced the appointment of Allen Sharpe as head coach for women’s basketball. With the...

The 1870s founders of Cullman County in the “Hill Country” of north Alabama traditionally celebrated the area’s birth year as 1873. So, 2023 is...

CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman High School is adding some college coaching experience to its varsity girls basketball program, with Jessica McBrayer set to take...

Students learn digital presentation skills at Cullman City Schools CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at East Elementary School had an opportunity to learn about new presentation...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Pilot Club of Cullman on Wednesday, April 26, hosted its 28th annual Fashion Show and Luncheon at The Venue at...

CULLMAN, Ala. – This week was a special one at Field of Miracles. Both the Cullman High School and Wallace State Baseball Teams visited...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...