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Funds from multimillion-dollar Tyson Farms settlement used for improvements in Cullman County’s Garden City
GARDEN CITY, Ala. (WIAT) – Enhancements at Garden City River Park and a new Garden City Fire Station are the first two major projects that have been completed using funds from a settlement against Tyson Farms. In 2019, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall sued Tyson Farms for violating the Alabama Water Pollution Control Act and […]
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. domestic violence – reckless endangerment; CR 1301. harassment; CR 643. assault; CR 272. theft of property; CR 616. unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; i65 MM290. domestic violence...
Cullman’s Emma Hankey trained for a future in Economic and Community Development
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Emma Hankey, a rising senior at Cullman High School, was one of twenty-five high school seniors to attend the fifth Huntingdon College Economic and Community Development Scholars Program. The two-day, one-night immersive experience took place on the historic Huntingdon College campus in Montgomery, AL. The program, sponsored by the Huntingdon College Presidential Scholars Program and the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama, was designed to introduce young Alabama citizens to the importance of economic and community development in cities and the state.
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 their third semester in the program. That is when they will be allowed to sit for the NCLEX-PN licensure exam to become licensed practical nurses and enter the workforce with those credentials.
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 8989 Alabama Highway 91 in Hanceville, this family friendly event promises a fun-filled day packed full with a wide range of vendor goods with something for everyone. Entry to the event is free.
Cullman PD asks for help identifying man
The Cullman Police Department is asking for help identifying the person seen in the attached images. Police want to talk to this man about an incident that happened in the City of Cullman. If you can help identify him, you are asked to call 256-775-7170.
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 return home with the win. Congratulations to our local divers. See results below:. 10&U Boys 1m dive. 1. Jaxon Curry. 2. C.J. Curry. 3. Keith...
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 scan often referred to as the “gender scan,” as most babies’ genders can be determined at this stage of pregnancy – Letson was hit with some devastating news. Her daughter had an anomaly near her heart.
Passenger Rail to the Beach from Louisiana – Big News Revealed
The last time a train left the city of New Orleans, Louisiana heading eastward toward stops in Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida was during the month of August 2005. We know that because that service was suspended during the final days of August 2005 when Hurricane Katrina roared ashore, wrecked tracks, mangled bridges, and basically left all of the Gulf South in a major state of disrepair.
Medical cannabis advocates speak out as lawsuits delay the issuing of licenses
DAPHNE, Ala. (WKRG) — Medical cannabis advocates are speaking out as lawsuits continue to prevent the issuing of medical marijuana licenses. The Patients Coalition for Medical Cannabis Alabama got an early start on Thursday in Daphne at the Southern Cancer Center. This is the organization’s latest push for the right to provide medical marijuana to […]
DCH makes national 'honor roll' in improving women's healthcare
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - Some doctors and healthcare professionals in west Alabama are working to improve women’s healthcare. A recent study by the Commonwealth Fund puts Alabama near the bottom when it comes to mortality, morbidity and reproductive health. DCH points out three major programs to help turn the...
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