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Update: Heat advisory for North Alabama until Tuesday evening
The National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory at 4:56 a.m. on Tuesday valid for Tuesday between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. for Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Morgan and Cullman counties. The weather service states, "Heat index values up to 107 degrees expected." "Hot temperatures and high...
Update: Prepare for strong thunderstorms in Morgan and Cullman counties early Monday evening
An updated weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 3:08 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 4 p.m. for Morgan and Cullman counties. Residents can expect wind gusts of up to 30 mph. "At 3:08 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm 7 miles northeast of...
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 hats and outfits while attendees party the weekend away at the “Biggest Party in the South.” Beginning Thursday, July 18, guests from across the country will group together in a converted pasture to rock out to Jelly Roll, Hardy, Eric Church, Nelly, Big and Rich and more. With residents offering yards and fields for parking and multiple available options to experience the concert, the weekend is set to be a hit. Tickets are still available. General Admission tickets...
Oneonta teen drowns at Smith Lake in Cullman County
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — Authorities are investigating a drowning at Smith Lake that happened Wednesday afternoon. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed a male victim was found near Calvert’s Point at around 12:30 p.m. He later identified him as Braxton Beasley, 19, of Oneonta. Responding agencies included the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, the Alabama Law […]
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 personality. If you’re seeking a loving companion he’s the one for you as he longs to be by your side – always. He has an understanding of personal space and leash etiquette, which makes him a most perfect candidate for a companion/therapy dog. Are you ready to meet Rascal? Head over to Cullman County Animal Shelter at 935 Convent Road NE, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for a meet and greet. His adoption fee includes neuter, DHLPP vaccine, Bordetella vaccines, rabies vaccine, wormer, general exam at the vet and microchip. Contact the Cullman County Animal Shelter at 256-734-5448or cullmananimalshelter@co.cullman.al.us. Copyright 2024 Humble Roots, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
‘We want to invest in their lives’: Wallace State hosts Elementary STEAM Camp
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This week, Wallace State Community College hosted local elementary school students for a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Academy and it was a great opportunity for the students to learn a variety of new skills. Over the course of the week campers spent time studying Plant Propagation, Fundamentals of Electric Vehicles, Engineering Technology, Natural Sciences, Math and Computer Science. North Central Alabama STEM Ecosystem Coordinator Aubry Lovell was excited to work with the students and talked about the camp’s goals for the week. “Every summer we have STEM camp for elementary and middle school kids and next...
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 Festhalle Farmer’s Market Saturday, July 20. The event will showcase local growers and the delicious produce that comes from the Cullman County soil. The tomatoes will be judged in three categories: Heaviest Tomato, Best-Tasting Slicing Tomato and Best-Tasting Cherry Tomato. Cullman County Extension Coordinator Kira Sims shared, “The third annual Tomato Taste-Off is an opportunity for home gardeners and local growers to show off their best-tasting or heaviest tomatoes.” While the category of Heaviest Tomato is the most straightforward,...
Coroner identifies person who drowned in Smith Lake
CULLMAN CO., Ala. (WAFF) - A person is dead after drowning in Smith Lake Wednesday, according to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick. Authorities have identified the victim as Braxton Beasley, 19, of Oneonta. The drowning happened at Calvert Point around 12:30 p.m. No further information was immediately available. Check back...
Oneonta teen drowns at Smith Lake in Cullman County
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — Authorities are investigating a drowning at Smith Lake that happened Wednesday afternoon. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed a male victim was found near Calvert’s Point at around 12:30 p.m. He later identified him as Braxton Beasley, 19, of Oneonta. Responding agencies included the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, the Alabama Law […]
ALEA troopers investigate 9 traffic fatalities, 3 drownings and zero boating fatalities during record-breaking Fourth of July travel period
Special to the Advance Over the course of an extended five-day enforcement period, Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) investigated a total of nine traffic fatalities and three non-boating fatalities (drownings). However, this was the third year in a row where the state experienced zero boating related fatalities on Alabama waterways. The official […] The post ALEA troopers investigate 9 traffic fatalities, 3 drownings and zero boating fatalities during record-breaking Fourth of July travel period appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
ALEA: 9 traffic fatalities, 3 drownings, 0 boating fatalities over 4th of July weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Over the course of an extended five-day enforcement period, Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) investigated a total of nine traffic fatalities and three non-boating fatalities (drownings). However, this was the third year in a row where the state experienced zero boating related fatalities on Alabama waterways. The official Fourth of July travel period began at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, and ended at midnight Sunday, July 7, with AAA forecasting a record-breaking travel period this year, exceeding pre-pandemic numbers. The traffic fatalities occurred in Calhoun, Conecuh, Crenshaw, Cullman, Escambia, Jackson, Marshall and Tuscaloosa counties with...
ALEA investigates 12 traffic deaths, drownings over July 4 travel period
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - There were nine traffic deaths and three drownings investigated by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency over the five-day travel period surrounding the July 4 holidays, according to ALEA. That period spanned from Wednesday, July 3 through Sunday, July 7. The traffic deaths happened in Calhoun, Conecuh,...
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