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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 March 2024 as the assistant director, Kenneth Cornelius made his way to the director’s seat in June. Cornelius, while new to the position, is no newcomer to business and development. Having built and owned several businesses throughout his adult life, Cornelius was tapped for the CCPR assistant director position with the knowledge that Davenport was near retirement. The Cullman County Commission had hoped that Cornelius’ prior business development experience and expertise would be invaluable for the upcoming...
Guntersville city leaders spend millions to renovate local parks
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The city of Guntersville is spending millions of dollars to spruce up the city’s parks, and build new facilities. The city has nearly completed Phase 2 of the Guntersville Recreation Center which added a splash pad and two ballfields at the complex. Now, the focus is on revitalizing some areas along Lake Guntersville’s coastline.
Legislative Breakfast held at Snead State
The Marshall County Chambers of Commerce presented the 2024 Legislative update on Tuesday morning with guest speakers Senator Wes Kitchens, Representative Brock Colvin and Representative Jeana Ross. To open the ceremony Dr. Joe Whitmore, President of Snead State Community College, gave his opening remarks. “It’s an honor to serve here...
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 discuss pending litigation involving the municipality. No details were disclosed. Mayor Radginal Dodson, along with all council members, Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser, Assistant Clerk Madison Stewart and Premier Bank of the South Vice President Gary Nunn were included in the session. At 6:02 p.m. the council moved into executive session and remained in discussions until 6:29, when Dodson noted that no action was taken. Once the meeting was moved back to the public view, the council moved into discussions on Resolutions 2024-07-01 and 2024-07-02, allowing the Town to open new checking and savings accounts. Both resolutions passed. The next Vinemont Town Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 13. The work session will begin at 5 p.m. with the meeting following at 6. Copyright 2024 Humble Roots, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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