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Op-Ed: The time has come for the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission...
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The time has come for the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) to fulfill its promise and deliver medical cannabis to the patients...
Files from yesteryear: 1930, 1950
From the files of 1930
The bodies of two Cullman County soldiers arrived home, Emory McConnell and Ulysess Yeager.
Mr. Jessie Smith is erecting a cotton...
Velvet Summer brings new look to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High graduate and Vinemont resident Samantha Sanford had a vision to create a color block-style store that featured all things...
From serving to selling and everything in between
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bill Fisher spent 25 years and one month in law enforcement before retiring in September 2023.
Bill (called Mr. Bill by many)...
Hanceville City Council approves CCTV bid
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, July 25, the Hanceville City Council approved a bid to install more and update...
By Grace Beauty & Wellness celebrates 1 year with ladies’ night
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of Cullman’s newer medical spas, By Grace Beauty & Wellness, hosted a celebratory event geared toward the ladies on Thursday...
Hanceville council schedules public hearing considering tattoo studios
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At the last meeting of the Hanceville City Council on July 11, the council tabled discussions on updating the City’s current...
St. Andrew’s hosting Back-2-School Bash Aug. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Andrew’s Global Methodist Church in Cullman is hosting its Back-2-School Bash on Sunday, Aug. 4, from 2-4 p.m. St. Andrew’s...
Keeping Cullman beautiful: Meet the ‘flower girls’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs at a recent city council meeting complimented a team of women he termed Cullman’s “flower girls,” noting...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 26, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 26, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Good Hope’s Back-to-School Bash Aug. 1
GOOD HOPE, Ala. The City of Good Hope will host its annual Back-to-School Bash on Thursday, Aug. 1 from 5-7 p.m. at Good Hope’s...
FAITH: ‘God has given me the opportunity to shine His glory,...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point's Patton Fell is preparing to start her junior in August and in this interview, she discussed some of...
City announces completion of RR crossing safety upgrade
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Wednesday, July 24, announced the completion of a major safety upgrade at the Arnold Street Southeast...
Pet of the week: Bow (wow) down to King Arthur!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Arthur is German Shepherd who is approximately 2 years old.
This kingly shepherd is low to medium energy. He is beautiful inside,...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 25, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman’s Emma Hankey trained for a future in Economic and Community...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Emma Hankey, a rising senior at Cullman High School, was one of twenty-five high school seniors to attend the fifth Huntingdon...
Wallace State Nursing hosts job fair for students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Nearly two dozen employers were on hand recently to recruit more than 100 Wallace State Nursing students nearing the end of...
Hillside Ninety-One hosting family friendly Summer Vendor Market Aug. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hillside Ninety-One is set to host its Summer Vendor Market on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Located at...
PREP SPORTS: ‘You can do anything that you put your heart...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs senior Maci Brown made a lot of memories on and off the basketball court during her high school years...
New school year: Open house info
CULLMAN, Ala. - The new school year is quickly approaching, with Cullman City Schools commencing on Wednesday, Aug. 7 and Cullman County Schools following...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 24, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 24, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman Dive Team wins ARPA State Championship
OPELIKA, Ala. -- The Cullman Dive Team was in Opelika for the ARPA State Diving Championship Wednesday and they toppled Madison and Boaz to...
Local mother travels to Texas to seek care for unborn baby
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman resident Holliann Letson was enjoying a typical pregnancy with her second daughter, Evelyn. At her 18-week anatomy scan – the...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The First Lie Wins’ by Ashley Elston
“The First Lie Wins” is a thrilling mystery. Evie Porter seems to be a typical Southern woman living the dream in Louisiana. She and her boyfriend,...
State and local officials cut ribbon on Garden City River Park...
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, representatives from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and other local leaders gathered...
City of Good Hope adopts new building codes, talks Back to...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved an ordinance...
COLUMN: Nudity, noise and dangerous toys
I have been yelling like a…well, a grumpy grandfather. It’s embarrassing really – yelling for quiet. But it’s necessary when you have a houseful...
6 Wallace State teams earn NJCAA Academic Team of the Year...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Six athletic teams at Wallace State Community College have been honored with NJCAA Academic Team of the Year designations for the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 23, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Community invited to 2024 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride Aug....
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2024 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride, hosted by 3Sixty Jeep Club, Alabama Sons of Liberty Riders and The Christian...
The Link of Cullman County hosts Rockin’ Good Grocery Giveaway
CULLMAN, Ala, - On Saturday, July 20, The Link of Cullman County partnered with Greater Good Music to host its annual Rockin’ Good Grocery...
Cullman City Council approves purchase of building to house Cullman Community...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, July 22, 2024, approved the purchase of the facilities of the former Clark Street Church...
Rock the South sees 50K attendees
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South saw around 50,000 attendees at this year’s three-day festival over the past weekend.
The Cullman Police Department handled things...
COLUMN: Tips for deer season prep from local hunter Nick Rice
October will be here before we know it, and we all know what that means, bow season opener. July is a great time to...
Cullman City Council approves purchase of historic church for future Community...
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a significant move to enhance the cultural and performing arts landscape of Cullman, the Cullman City Council on Monday, July...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 22, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
APTAT on the Road stops in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Accessing Potential Through Assistive Technology (APTAT) on the Road made a stop at the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center on Tuesday,...
Victory Cheer Academy introducing new Victory Gymnastics program in September
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victory Cheer Academy recently announced the launch of its new gymnastics program, Victory Gymnastics, with evaluations scheduled from Aug. 20-23, from...
Cullman Tractor Supply hosting Plant-A-Seed event
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tractor Supply store is inviting young gardeners to its Plant-A-Seed event for a free opportunity to learn the basics of gardening...
‘It means a lot to us’: 138 participate in 11th annual...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 11th annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run was hosted at St. Bernard Saturday morning and the falling rain didn’t stop a...
Files from yesteryear: 1930
From the files of 1930
Presidents of the various organizations on the Cullman County High School campus are Boys Council – Juel Lee, Girls Council...
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – A crowd of friends, family, former teammates, coaches, fans and more gathered at Stonebridge Farms Saturday night for this year’s Cullman...
UPDATE: Pedestrian killed on I-65 Saturday morning
CULLMAN, Ala. - A single-vehicle crash involving two pedestrians resulted in the death of one. The crash occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. Saturday, July...
CPD provides overnight update from Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South is rolling into its third and final day Saturday and Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta said Friday night...
Pedestrian struck, killed on I-65 Saturday morning
Updated July 20, 2024, at 10:10 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A single-vehicle crash involving two pedestrians resulted in the death of one. The crash occurred...
Wallace State hosts engaging STEAM Camp for elementary students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) Camp for area elementary school students at...
Jacksonville State breaks ground on Randy Owen Center for the Performing...
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University (Jax State) celebrated a momentous occasion on Tuesday with the groundbreaking ceremony for the Randy Owen Center for...
Cullman City Schools partners with city parks for STEM camp
CULLMAN, Ala. - Young learners from kindergarten through eighth grade spent a couple of weeks this summer learning everything from how to design roller...
Vinemont Council holds special-called meeting to discuss pending litigation
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held a special-called meeting on Tuesday, July 16, at which the council went into executive session to...
Meet Kenneth Cornelius, new director of Cullman County Parks and Recreation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation (CCPR) has a new director following the retirement of former director Doug Davenport. Brought on in...
Rock the South weather delay
According to the Cullman County EMA, there will be a 30-minute weather delay at Rock the South due to a lightning strike in the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 19, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 19, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
County Commission recognizes work of parks and rec staff
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on July 16 recognized the Cullman County Parks and Recreation team for its efforts...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Hard work pays off. Never, ever quit’: Fairview’s Laci...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior Laci Segrest competed for both the volleyball and track-and-field teams during her time at Fairview and in this interview,...
Alabama to name football field after legendary head coach Nick Saban
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama will formally recognize seven-time national champion head football coach Nick Saban by naming the field inside Bryant-Denny Stadium...
Pet of the week: Meet sweet and loving Ms. Clara!
CULLMAN, Ala. - While just approximately 4-5 years old, Ms. Clara is a Terrier-mix looking for the perfect home.
She exhibits medium to high energy...
Fa-So-La: Shaped note singers gather for 130th Cullman County Courthouse Singing...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Latecomers rushing through the lobby of the courthouse to reach the elevators could hear the opening notes reverberating throughout the building...
Local law enforcement reports smooth sailing through day 1 of Rock...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office shared that it’s been smooth sailing thus far through day one...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 18, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 18, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Commission talks road equipment
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the July 16 meeting of the Cullman County Commission, Cullman County Engineer Philip Widner updated the commissioners on the state...
Cullman City Council moves forward on Depot Park, civic center projects
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday approved improvements to Depot Park and the new OmniPlex Sports and Civic Center project. The...
Cullman police and fire departments gear up for Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. – Officers of the Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Fire Rescue met Tuesday afternoon and again on Wednesday...
RTS press conference: ‘Have a plan and take precautions, but obey...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office hosted a Rock the South press conference/safety meeting on Wednesday, July 17, at the CCSO Training...
Cullman Swim Team finishes runner-up at ARPA District II Meet
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team placed second out of nine teams at the ARPA District II Swim Meet held in Guntersville last weekend....
New team of 4-H state ambassadors ready to serve
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - With the upcoming new school year comes a new group of talented, young leaders ready to serve Alabama 4-H. Thirty-one...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 17, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 17, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Berlin Farmers Market hosts Sweet Grown Alabama Tractor Show
BERLIN, Ala. - On Saturday, July 13, attendees gathered at the Berlin Farmers Market for a morning of fun, fresh produce and old tractors,...
Don’t sweat it: Tips for enjoying summer more safely while pregnant
Summertime sunshine in the South increases the risk for heat-related illnesses and death, as the extreme temperatures can damage the brain, heart, kidneys, and...
Circle of Hope 17th annual Shoot for a Cure archery tournament...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Circle of Hope is gearing up for its 17th annual Shoot for a Cure 3D archery tournament, set to take place...
Joint arrest made by Hanceville, Wallace State police
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Early Wednesday morning at approximately 12:26AM, officers from both the Hanceville Police Department and the Wallace State Police successfully executed a...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 16, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 16, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Rock the South…safely
CULLMAN, Ala. - What has been dubbed the “Biggest Party in the South” is set to return to the backroads and county turns of...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Never stop trying to improve’: Good Hope Lillie McCluskey...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Lillie McCluskey made a lot of great memories on and off the court during her high school...
Volunteers needed for 7th annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive
CULLMAN, Ala. - The seventh annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive is approaching, and volunteers are needed to make it a success. This...
Cullman County is preparing to Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South is only days away. That means Cullman County will soon be crawling with sparkly cowboy boots and over-the-top...
CHS teacher named prestigious 2024 Jewish Foundation for the Righteous Alfred...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School teacher Robin Cook has been named a 2024 Jewish Foundation for the Righteous (JFR) Alfred Lerner Fellow.Cook was...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 15, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 15, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Alabama’s Ben Hess selected in 1st Round of 2024 MLB Draft...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama pitcher Ben Hess was selected in the first round of the 2024 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft, going to the New York...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Never overlook any opportunities you are given’: Fairview’s Ava...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior Ava Calvarese graduated in May after an impressive high school playing career and, in this interview, she shared some...
Cullman Regional Hospice MEGA CASH Draw Down Set for July 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. of Cullman Regional Hospice recently announced the MEGA CASH Draw Down, its largest annual fundraiser benefiting...
APTAT on the Road event coming to Cullman July 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Accessing Potential Through Assistive Technology (APTAT) on the Road event is making its way to Cullman on Tuesday, July 16,...
Service Industry Night at Dodge City Tattoo Saturday, July 20
DODGE CITY, Ala. - Service industry workers, start saving tips now, because Dodge City Tattoo Company (DCTC) is planning to host an exclusive event...
ACES: Get those pumpkins planted
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Halloween season starts in July, at least according to gardening standards. For those wanting to grow their own pumpkins for...
Parkside Outreach Program to host Back-to-School Bash Saturday, July 27
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Parkside Outreach Program is gearing up for its third annual Back-to-School Bash. This family friendly event will feature a host...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930
From the files of 1900
Arthur and Walter Oden are at the bedside of their father, Captain E.J. Oden.
Reverend Anson West has about recovered from...
‘I’m just trying to raise my family the way I know...
Tattoo artist seeking to open shop in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At the Hanceville City Council meeting on Thursday, July 11, a resident addressed the...
‘Master Chef Junior’ winner, 12, ‘Chef for the Day’ in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In May, Opelika’s Bryson McGlynn won “Master Chef Junior” season 9. Recently, he was invited to Montgomery for some special recognition...
CCBOE increases extracurricular supplements, approves contracts for new school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the monthly meeting of the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE), the board discussed and approved newly increased supplements for...
Hanceville City Council donates $1K to Hanceville High marching band
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At the first regularly scheduled meeting of July, held on Thursday, July 11, the Hanceville City Council tackled several pieces of...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 12, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 12, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Always help out someone in need’: West Point’s Ali Sims reflects...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior Ali Sims was on the Warriors sports medicine team for three years and in this interview, she...
‘We want to invest in their lives’: Wallace State hosts Elementary...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This week, Wallace State Community College hosted local elementary school students for a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Academy...
Pet of the week: How ’bout this lil Rascal?
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rascal is a 1-year-old Jack Russell Terrier who displays low/medium energy.
This exciting lil fellow will keep you entertained with his exceptional...
Cullman dive team captures District II championship
BOAZ, Ala. -- The Cullman Dive Team won the District II Diving Championship in Boaz Thursday. Under the direction of new coach Alec Benzek,...
Vinemont council approves BBQ Fest plans, discusses monthly senior luncheon
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Monday, July 8, approved plans for the town’s annual BBQ Fest and discussed the monthly senior...
3rd annual Tomato Taste-Off set for Saturday, July 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tomato sandwich lovers, unite! The Cullman County Extension Office is gearing up to host its third annual Tomato Taste-Off at the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 11, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 11, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Take advantage of Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday July 19-21
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama's 19th annual sales tax holiday for school-related items begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 19, 2024, and ends at midnight...
PREP SPORTS: ‘You have to put in the work’: Good Hope’s...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Jacob Wright was a multi-sport athlete in high school and played in in the band from seventh...
Grady Malone sworn in as newest Vinemont Town Councilman
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont has a new town council member. On July 8, Grady Malone was sworn in to take Place 5, the seat...
