Tag: News
Local Pilot Club members attend Vegas convention; Cullman’s Wilkerson named district...
2017-2018 Alabama Pilot Club District Officers: left-right, Beverly Wilkerson, governor (Cullman); Mellissa King, governor-elect (Andalusia); Kay Chandler, treasurer (Decatur); and Peggy Day, secretary (Cullman)...
Judge declares mistrial in trial of former CHS principal Elton Bouldin
Former Cullman High School Principal, Dr. Elton Bouldin, faces the judge during the second day of his jury trial for third-degree trespassing. / Nick...
BREAKING NEWS: Lineman electrocuted in Walter area on CR 768
A staging area was set up on County Road 703. / W.C. Mann
Updated 8-22-17 9:26 p.m.
Official statement from the Cullman Electric Cooperative:
"A lineman working...
Wallace State Community College fall semester underway; late registration ends Tuesday
Wallace State employee James Tidwell at Lion Central points out to a student where to obtain a Lion Card on the first day of...
Arrest report: Aug. 21
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Aug. 21. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Chamblee, Caleb Earl, 22
violating protection...
Saint Bernard to have first graduates with STEM endorsements
Bridget Gallegos, Jongha Park, Caleb Guthery,and Anthony Diaz enjoyed their first week back at Saint Bernard Prep / Joyce Nix
CULLMAN - While students are...
Electric Co-op hosts eclipse-viewing crowd
People gathered on the lawn of the Cullman Electric Cooperative to view the historic eclipse. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The Cullman Electric Cooperative hosted...
‘Blackout 2017’: on the ground in Tennessee for the eclipse
Thousands filled McMinnville’s court square park and numerous side streets, which had to be closed to vehicles hours before the event. / W.C. Mann
McMINNVILLE,...
Former CHS principal Elton Bouldin’s jury trial begins
The jury trial of Dr. Elton Bouldin, center, began today, Monday, Aug. 21, 2017. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The jury trial of former Cullman...
Arrest report: Aug. 18-20
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Aug. 18-20. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Bailey, Jon Austin, 34
failure to...
Cullman man arrested for attempted murder
Kevin Paul Brown / Cullman County Sheriff's Office
CULLMAN - A Cullman man was arrested Sunday after deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff's Office responded...
Great American Eclipse: Viewing party at Cullman Electric Co-op at noon
CLICK HERE to see what the eclipse will look like in your zip code. (Time Magazine)
CULLMAN - The day is finally here. The “Great...
6 local UA students pursued cooperative education this summer
TUSCALOOSA - Close to 300 University of Alabama students received hands-on educational experience at more than 60 companies and organizations through UA's Cooperative Education...
3 Holly Pond High School students attend STEM Institute
Back row: Earl F. Gohl, federal co-chair, Appalachian Regional Commission; Carter Smith; Andy Page, president/CEO ORAU; William Sexton; Sharee Riggs; Kelly Chasteen, ARC program...
Cullman County Farmers Federation donates to Children’s of Alabama
The Welcome Wagon for Kids fundraiser raised $120,000 from across the state. It was a part of the Alabama Farmers Federation's Commodity Producers Conference....
Hospice’s MEGA CASH Draw Down a ‘huge success’
2017 winners: Pictured left to right are: Wanda Walker Clay, Gene Lee and Mike and Rebecca Manning / Cullman Regional
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional is...
ALDOT advises drivers about road safety during eclipse
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Transportation is advising motorists to maintain safe driving behaviors during the solar eclipse on Monday, Aug. 21.
Drivers are...
Local organizations prepare for Operation Christmas Child
Drop-off locations this year for Operation Christmas Child include Crosshaven Church, Northbrook Baptist Church, Fairview First United Methodist Church and Cullman’s Chick-Fil-A. Churches will...
Depot Day a way for United Way to get the word...
The inflatable water slide was a huge hit with the kids at Saturday's Depot Day at Depot Park. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Saturday...
Graves changes plea to not guilty by reason of mental disease...
James Graves / Cullman County Sheriff's Office
CULLMAN - Former Cullman County Commission Chairman James Graves, 74, of Vinemont, arrested and charged Wednesday, May 10...
Local, state leaders honor Peggy Smith
Peggy Smith surrounded by members of the Cullman City Council, Cullman Economic Development Agency and the Industrial Development Board / W.C. Mann
You outworked every...
Quietly making a difference
At this week’s meeting, club members enjoyed a visit from local country western trio “Behind the Times.” / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Monday, I...
CPD warns of rash of vehicle break-ins, 11 in past 2...
CULLMAN - Cullman Police Department Capt. of Investigation, Becky Boyd, issued a statement today, warning city residents of a rash of vehicle break-ins that...
Former chairman Graves re-arrested, charged with witness tampering
CULLMAN - Former Cullman County Commission Chairman James Graves, 74, of Vinemont, arrested and charged Wednesday, May 10 with felony first-degree sexual abuse of...
CHS broadcast team ranked top in state
Bishop Lee on the Cullman High School Broadcast Network’s virtual set / John Drake
CULLMAN - Did you know that Cullman High School (CHS) has...
Arrest report: Aug. 16
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Aug. 16. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Baker, Robin Lee, 45
public intoxication
Ortiz,...
Good Hope renews deputy contract
Chad Chapman is the patrol deputy assigned to Good Hope. / Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
GOOD HOPE - The Good Hope City Council this week...
An afternoon at the airport
Cullman Regional Airport hosted the public on Wednesday, showcasing the airport and sharing future plans. / Nick Griffin
W.C. Mann also contributed to this report.
VINEMONT...
Cullman city and county school boards issue statements on next week’s...
This image shows the Aug. 1, 2008, solar eclipse at the point of totality, when the moon completely blocks out the body of the...
City school board previews budget, recognizes achievements
Dr. Jay Page, principal, left, was among representatives of West Elementary to accept the school’s 2017 Beautification Award from PALS. Joining him were, from...
Pet of the Week: Laid-back Callie is seeking her forever home
Callie is a 4-year-old lab mix. / Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt introduces us to the Cullman County Animal Shelter’s pet of...
Arrest report: Aug. 15
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Aug. 15. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Brown, Carrie Jo, 20
failure to...
Get ready for the eclipse, and do it right
Believe it or not, the best viewing shades are available at Wal-Mart. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN COUNTY - Folks are preparing for the first total...
10 questions with…Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick
Jeremy Kilpatrick/ W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Coroner is an elected (yes, elected) official whose primary responsibilities include responding to scenes where a...
Moore, Jones come out on top in Cullman Co.; statewide results...
Strange, Moore, Jones
Updated 8-16-17 at 6:52 a.m.
CULLMAN - The voters of Cullman County have spoken (20.32 percent of them, to be exact), and they...
Good Hope student featured in 2018 Farm-City calendars
Cullman County’s Carson Smith received an honorable mention in the 2016 Alabama Farm-City Poster Contest during the organization’s annual luncheon and awards program in...
Arrest report: Aug. 14
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Aug. 14. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Adams, Bob Timothy, 38
domestic violence-...
CP&R hot topic at council meeting: swim, dive champions honored; report...
Members of the Cullman Swim and Dive Teams were recognized by the Cullman City Council Monday evening. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Monday evening,...
412 Public House breaks ground in historic district
City officials and business owners gathered with economic development representatives and staff from the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce to break ground on 412...
U.S. Senate primary tomorrow: Get out and vote!
Alabama voters will head to the polls tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 15 to vote in the special election primary for the U.S. Senate. Top l-r:...
Rev. commissioner to visit senior centers ahead of homestead tax deadline
Cullman County Revenue Commissioner Barry Willingham / Cullman County
CULLMAN - It’s time for the annual registration or renewal of homestead exemptions for folks older...
Golden Corral opening in old Ryan’s location this fall; 100 jobs...
CULLMAN - Golden Corral is on its way to the Cullman area, according to officials with the Cullman Economic Development Agency and the restaurant...
Cullman Electric Co-op’s annual meeting set for Sept. 9
CULLMAN - Registration cards and ballots for the board of trustees election have been mailed to all Cullman Electric Cooperative members in advance of...
Bikers overtake 1st Ave. for a worthy cause
Chuck Shikle with his ‘76 Shovelhead / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - A crowd of vintage and custom motorcycles and automobiles descended on First Avenue Northeast...
United Way Depot Day slated for Aug. 19
Characters at last year’s Depot Day. / United Way of Cullman County
CULLMAN - It’s that time of year. Schools are back in session, football...
TOPS Cullman
TOPS -Take Off Pounds Sensibly- recently elected officers for 2017- 2018.
Pictured from left are Jo Shaffer, assistant weight recorder; Doris Walker, weight recorder; Shirley...
Local groups come together to combat suicide
Coordinator Ron Lamon addresses participants before the awareness walk. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Saturday morning, groups from around north Alabama gathered in downtown...
Rhythm of the fall: area marching bands prepare for 2017 season
The Vinemont Eagle marching band prepares for the 2017 marching season. / Courtesy Skylar King
CULLMAN COUNTY - As the new school year cranks up,...
Rumors Deli: state award and new location
Rumors Deli is moving to as-of-yet undisclosed location in early January 2018. Its current building was sold and Rumors’ lease is up Dec. 31....
Robert Turner honored as a wounded warrior
The Cullman Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution meets seven times a year. At these meetings, we recognize and honor those local...
2nd Fridays no. 3 in the books
Cullman Rocks, Cullman City Rocks and Hanceville Rocks all set up a free rock-painting area near one of the music stages at Friday night's...
More than 100 graduate from Wallace State Nursing program
Nightingale Award winners recognized at the August 2017 pinning ceremony for the Wallace State Community College Nursing program are, from left, Crystal Calvert, Justin...
Hanceville council tables pay raises, IT maintenance contract
The Hanceville Police Explorers received a $400 check from Karen Cook (center) of Cook Ministries. / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - The budget was centerstage at...
2 arrested for selling meth to undercover cops
Ronnie Regina Millar, left, and Jesse Dean Thomas, right / Cullman Police Department
CULLMAN - Two Berlin residents were arrested this week after they allegedly...
Arrest report: Aug. 10
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Aug. 10. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Byrne, David William, 22
failure to...
New students get insight, information from WSCC OTA, PTA grads, professionals
Recent Wallace State Physical Therapist Assistant graduate Anna Baker, third from right, talks with incoming PTA students during a recent luncheon held for students...
ATF, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office seek public’s help in Pawn Your...
Persons of interest in the theft of firearms from Pawn Your Bond, 1506 County Road 437/ ATF
CULLMAN - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms...
Drinking Water Operators class graduates 10 students; new course starts in...
Graduates of the Drinking Water Operators course at Wallace State Community College are, from left, in front: Paul Rice, Bess Woods, Alex Millwod, Andrew...
Applebee’s to close between 105-135 restaurants this year
GLENDALE, Calif. - DineEquity, Inc., the parent company of restaurant chain Applebee's announced in a statement Thursday that it will close between 105 and...
Vinemont mulls recycling
Vinemont Mayor Radginal Dodson shows council members the Square Stand. / Andrew Cryer
VINEMONT - Vinemont Mayor Radginal Dodson, at this week’s council meeting, shared...
Urgent care facility coming to Baileyton
Mayor Johnny Dyar announced at this week’s council meeting that the new urgent care facility will open in the next two weeks. / Andrew...
Arrest report: Aug. 9
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Aug. 9. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Arndt, Jeremy Langston, 22
DUI- .08...
Operation Christmas Child kick-off event Aug. 14
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Ministry will kick off this year’s campaign with a community event, Monday, Aug. 14, at...
Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival set for Sept. 9-10
The Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 9-10. / Joyce Nix
CULLMAN - Saint Bernard Prep School is adding...
Holly Pond- based Jet Pep bought out by Canadian corporation
Jet Pep’s Holly Pond headquarters, as seen on Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2017 / W.C. Mann
HOLLY POND - On Monday, Aug. 7, CrossAmerica Partners LP...
3 local students earn degrees from Troy University
TROY - Troy University is pleased to recognize students who completed the requirements for graduation during the Summer Semester and Term 5 of the...
(Updated) Head-on collision on Hwy. 31N sends 1 to UAB
Updated 8-9-17 at 10:40 p.m.
VINEMONT - A head-on collision early Wednesday evening sent one man to an area hospital. Alabama State Troopers said that...
Arrest report: Aug. 8
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Aug. 8. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman Count Sheriff’s Office
Cooper, Destiney Rose, 23
intimidating a...
Back to school
Students waiting for the bell Wednesday morning at Holly Pond High School / Heather Mann
HOLLY POND - Students headed back to school all across...
County commission OKs Smith Lake Park boat ramp expansion, turn lane...
Jolanda Hutson, of the Good Samaritan Health Clinic, addresses the Cullman County Commission on Tuesday, Aug. 8. / Andrew Cryer
CULLMAN - Jolanda Hutson of...
Moore addresses Second Amendment, more at BamaCarry meeting
Former Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore / W.C. Mann
FAIRVIEW - On Tuesday evening, former Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice and U.S. Senate...
Holly Pond council honors fire department for 50 years of service
Holly Pond Mayor Bill Oliver reads a proclamation presented to members of the Holly Pond Volunteer Fire Department. / Heather Mann
HOLLY POND - The...
Pet of the Week: Help sweet Dixie find her forever home
Dixie is a female lab mix, approximately 8 years old. / Ryan Whisenhunt
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt of the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us...
HPMS student Rylan Griffin 1 of 26 to attend special STEM...
Earl F. Gohl, federal co-chair, Appalachian Regional Commission; Kelly Chasteen, ARC program manager for Alabama; Rylan Griffin; Dr. William J. (Jim) Vosburg, director, Oak...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office partners with Crime Stoppers
Crime Stoppers Board Member Frank Barefield, left, and Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry at a press conference announcing the partnership between the sheriff's office...
Cullman’s Lydia Haynes places in state sewing contest
Cullman County's Lydia Haynes won second place in the state Christmas tree skirt contest at the Alabama Farmers Federation's 45th Commodity Producers Conference Aug....
Deeper dive into the Duck River Dam
With the reservoir at “full pool” in April 2016, water flowed down the spillway into the rectangular stilling basin at the bottom before rejoining...
Planning commission green lights building projects, business expansion
Clifford Harris answers questions about the Flatts at Fischer Farms subdivision. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - The City of Cullman Planning Commission on Monday evening...
Cullman’s Kyle Morris named finalist in State Discussion Meet
Cullman County’s Kyle Morris, left, is one of four finalists in the State Young Farmers Discussion Meet contest. Morris competed in the Discussion Meet...
Smith joins chamber
Wesley Smith / Courtesy of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce
CULLMAN - I am pleased to announce the appointment of Wesley Smith as director...
Arrest report: Aug. 4-6
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Aug. 4-6. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Bennett, David Brian, 47
probation violation-...
AL Troopers need your vote
MONTGOMERY - It’s time again for the American Association of State Troopers’ annual Best Looking Cruiser Contest – and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency...
Service Note: Sarah K. Cason
United States Air Force Airman Sarah K. Cason graduated from basic military training recently at Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman...
John Farr inducted into SAR
Ken Brown, left and John Farr, right
Mr. John Farr of East Point recently became the newest member of the Cullman Chapter of the Sons...
Athens bicyclist struck, killed by vehicle
ATHENS – A bicyclist was killed today, Aug. 6, after being struck by a vehicle in Limestone County, according to a statement from Alabama...
McKenzie ASA Classic wraps up 4 days of intense competition
The fourth and final day of the 2017 McKenzie ASA Classic saw many awards received. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The 2017 McKenzie ASA Classic...
Service Note: Brooke Griffin
United States Air Force Airman Brooke A. Griffin recently graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed...
Wallace State OTA graduates ready to change people’s lives
Wallace State Community College Occupational Therapy instructors Gail Hyatt, left, Kelly Krigbaum and Dr. Allen Keener look at a gift from the Class of...
Miss. teen drowns at Smith Lake; 2nd drowning this summer
Oak Hill Academy head coach Chris Craven posted this photo of Thomas Lee Bales on Facebook Saturday night. / Courtesy Chris Craven on Facebook
WINSTON...
Hanceville’s Kids’ Night Out delights many
Hanceville’s C.W. Day Park was the site of this year’s Kids’ Night Out celebration. / Heather Mann
HANCEVILLE - C.W. Day Park was overrun Friday...
Wallace State named Innovation of the Year Award winner for Guided...
Wallace State’s Guided Pathways Model Implementation Team consists of, front row, from left, Dana Adams, Amanda Tillman, Dr. Mary Barnes and Matthew McCrickard, back...
Alabama Flyboard brings unique experience to Cullman
Flyboarding allows riders to “fly” vertically, 10 feet above the surface of the water. / All photos courtesy of JWB Photography
CULLMAN - Thanks to...
Day 3 of McKenzie ASA Classic: late underdog victory ends day...
Braden Dotson was named the 2017 Junior Eagle class Shooter of the Year. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - Day three of the annual ASA Classic...
Purple Heart ceremony honors fallen warriors of Cullman and Morgan Counties
Family members came out to honor their loved ones. / W.C. Mann
HARTSELLE - On Saturday, military veterans, family and friends gathered for a ceremony...
Vietnam, Ford share top billing at this year’s Veterans Day celebration
L-R: James Williams, Eckenrod Ford’s Wade Bentley, Patrick James from the Cullman Elks Lodge, Randall Chambers, Wallace State instructor Leigh Ann Courington, former mayor...
Run, color, repeat
Many EvaBank Midnight Run participants chose to be doused in colorful neon powder. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The 2017 EvaBank Midnight Run 5K has...
Protecting our seniors goal of Scam Jam & Health Fair
Area seniors were able to meet with and get information from several area organizations at Friday morning’s Scam Jam & Health Fair. / Heather...
Celebrate Cullman returns bigger than ever
Downtown Cullman was swarming Friday night with residents and tourists enjoying the return of Celebrate Cullman. The kids enjoyed free rides. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN...
Day 2 of McKenzie ASA Classic draws bigger crowds; more expected
An archer prepares to shoot at the McKenzie ASA Classic on the campus of St. Bernard Friday. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - Day two of...
