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The price of fun: Cullman County Fair cost breakdown
CULLMAN, Ala. – The sweet smell of candied apples and cotton candy float in the air as the shrill ringing of shrieks and shouts echo through the Cullman County Fairgrounds. The fair is back, running until Oct. 12. The nearly two-week affair is an annual favorite in the community, not only because of the exhibits, games and pageants, but also because of the thrilling rides and daring dives. Student Day will take place today, Monday, Oct. 7, from noon-5 p.m. Admission is free for all area students during those hours. Senior Citizens Day will take place Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 10 a.m.-1...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 7, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 7, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents October 3 domestic violence; Carroll Dr. theft of property; CR 707 domestic violence; criminal mischief; CR 601 possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 278 W October 4 domestic violence; CR 431 unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; harassment; CR 468 burglary; Colony Rd. harassment; CR 468 theft of property; CR 1223 domestic violence; CR 1242 theft of property; criminal mischief; Hwy. 91 October 5 domestic violence; CR 1114 harassment; CR 437 harassing communications; CR 501 theft of property; CR 62 burglary; CR 134 domestic violence; Johnson Circle possession of...
Oktoberfest 2024: Record-breaking crowds with an economic boost
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Oktoberfest 2024 shattered attendance records, drawing nearly 50,000 visitors to the annual celebration — an increase of over 13,000 from last year’s event and double the attendance in 2022. Held in the heart of Cullman, the German-style festival featured an expanded lineup of entertainment, food and cultural activities, leaving a lasting impression on both residents and visitors alike. “This year’s Oktoberfest exceeded all expectations,” said Kelly Pulliam, special events coordinator for Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism. “Each year, our team — along with the festival committee, City staff, vendors and sponsors — works tirelessly to elevate...
This place in Cullman offers a nostalgic taste of Southern comfort at Busy Bee Café
The Busy Bee Café in Cullman, Alabama, is a local favorite noted for its down-home cooking and nostalgic appeal. The menu's most well-liked items include the daily specials, burgers, and substantial Southern-style breakfasts. Their omelets, grits, and biscuits and gravy generally take center stage on the breakfast menu. Meanwhile, patrons ravingly praise their "depression-style" hamburgers for lunch, which are a local favorite despite being somewhat of an acquired taste for some. The burgers are famous for their thin, crispy patties that are perfectly browned after grilling, and they come with basic, classic sides.
Cats, dogs and rabbits, oh my!
Cullman County 4-H hosts Youth Pet Show at fair CULLMAN, Ala. – With great pets comes great responsibility to show them to the world. Contestants showed up to the Cullman County 4-H Youth Pet Show at the Cullman County Fair, eager to showcase their wonderful pets to the community. From a cat dressed as a pirate to a rabbit sporting a hot dog, pets provided a fun spectacle across multiple categories. The competition was divided into two main divisions: “Pets Other than Dogs” and a “Dogs” division, each featuring several classes. Pets were judged on different criteria depending on the class they...
Cullman County Fair in full swing
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Thursday, Oct. 3, crowds began lining up at the gates as early as 3:30 p.m. before Cullman County Fair Association President Charlie Chambers welcomed attendees to the 70th annual Cullman County Fair sponsored by the Cullman Lions Club. Paige Clabo opened the ceremony with the national anthem while the Cullman Fire Rescue Honor Guard hoisted the nation’s flag. Chambers then introduced longtime fair manager, Jerry Bonner, who cut the ceremonial ribbon before the crowd poured in. The fair is open through Oct. 12. Get more info at www.cullmanfair.org. Copyright 2024 Humble Roots, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Center Point man dies in crash during police chase
CENTER POINT, Ala. (WIAT) — A Center Point man died in a crash while being chased by police Sunday afternoon. According to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office, Cameron De’juan Nix was being chased by Kimberly Police when he crashed on US 31 between Old Highway 41 and Nail Road in Kimberly. Nix was pronounced dead […]
Birds beware: Scarecrows on display
CULLMAN, Ala. – A brand-spanking new competition made its way to the 2024 Cullman County Fair. Longtime supporters of the fair, the Cullman County Master Gardeners pitched an idea for community contributions of homemade scarecrows, self-supporting and made with sustainable materials. The response from residents and local businesses was overwhelming; what the gardeners anticipated would be a modest exhibit ended up being 15 entries of originally and creatively crafted life-sized scarecrows. An entire section of the display was dedicated to the local businesses and organizations that support the Master Gardeners including a paper mâché horse and its scarecrow rider from the Cullman...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 6 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. — The youth football regular season is ramping up and we had a full slate of key games with playoff implications around the area this weekend. The Good Hope Raiders hosted the Cold Springs Eagles, the Cullman Bearcats traveled to take on the Vinemont Eagles, the Hanceville Bulldogs hosted the Holly Pond Broncos, and the West Point Warriors went to Fairview to take on the Aggies. On the first play of Good Hope’s Wee-Wee game against Cold Springs, Shaun McManus took a handoff 65 yards for a touchdown and punched in the two-point conversion to get the Raiders off...
Good Hope City Council awards bid for sewer line project
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first October meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved a Resolution to award a bid for its sewer line project. The City is replacing its 3” sewer line with a 6” line that will run from the City’s pump station and connect to the waste water treatment plant. After evaluating the bids received, the City determined that Dark Horse Construction was the low bidder and authorized Mayor Jerry Bartlett to enter into a contract with the company to complete the project. Resolution No: 022-204 “WHEREAS, the City of Good Hope has received a Community Development BlockGrant to implement a sewer improvements project to assist a new business and help create jobs for predominately low and moderate income persons; and THEREFORE, in accordance with the grant regulations, the City of Good Hope has solicited and received bids from qualified companies to complete the improvements in accordance with the approved plans and specifications; NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the City of Good Hope has evaluated the bids received and has determined that Dark Horse Construction LLC is the low bidder; and THAT, the City of Good Hope has authorized Mayor Jerry Bartlett, to enter into a contract with Dark Horse Construction LLC in the amount of $660,602.00 to complete all construction activities associated with the above referenced project; and THAT, the City of Good Hope commits to provide all local cash matching funds for the sewer improvements which is currently estimated to be $270,066.00.” Good Hope’s Sizzlin’ Seniors will meet tomorrow, Oct. 8 at 10 a.m. for bingo and food. The City Councill hold its next regular meeting Oct. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at Good Hope City Hall. Copyright 2024 Humble Roots, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
VALLEY LIVING: West Point muralist leaves his mark on the community
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article first appeared in a 2023 edition of Valley Living, a quarterly magazine published by the Valley Times-News. WEST POINT — One of West Point’s best-known landmarks, the five-span CSX railroad trestle crossing the Chattahoochee River, is the subject of a seven-foot-wide by 20-foot-tall mural on a downtown building. It’s on […] The post VALLEY LIVING: West Point muralist leaves his mark on the community appeared first on Valley Times-News.
WSCC CDL program hosting informational meeting for veterans, service members and families Oct. 21
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development Department will host a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Meet & Greet at the Workforce Training Center on Monday, Oct. 21, from 5:30-7p.m. This event is open to veterans, service members and their families who are interested in pursuing a career in commercial driving through Wallace State’s CDL training program. Attendees will have the chance to engage with its CDL faculty and staff, learn about the program’s curriculum and network with other individuals exploring the same path. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to apply for a CDL scholarship,...
Wonderful weather across Central Alabama this week with cool fall morning temperatures
Tuesday: Tuesday will be a beautiful day as high pressure builds across the Southeast U.S. We will be sunny and not as warm. High temperatures will be in the upper 70s to lower 80s. Tuesday night will be clear and cool with lows in the upper 40s to middle 50s. Wednesday & Thursday: On Wednesday, […]
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