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CCPS Kindergarteners perform ‘Lemonade!’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Kindergartners at Cullman City Primary School on Tuesday, May 21, presented “Lemonade!” a 20-minute musical for friends and family to mark the end of a notable year. The early learners had the chance to try out their practiced stage presence and perform the classic “Lemonade!” in the school’s newly constructed gymnasium. In addition to displaying their talents on stage, they showcased adorable lemon-themed papier-mâché props crafted under the instruction of CCPS Art Teacher Christy Brock. Directed by CCPS Music Teacher Tyler Skinner, the ensemble of 5- and 6-year-olds began the hard work of learning “Lemonade!” in January when school...
Honoring those who sacrificed
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteers gathered at the Cullman City Cemetery on Friday, May 24, to honor those who served in the United States Armed Forces by placing flags at their graves. Under the guidance of the Cullman VFW, community members walked the cemetery, identifying the gravestones of past service members and placing American flags. VFW Chaplain Gary Rodgers opened the memorial event with an impassioned prayer and spoke about the importance of the day. “While you are doing this, I ask everybody to remember and keep in your hearts what the people died for, what they lived for and how they lived,”...
Cullman County Commission moves toward airport expansion
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission at its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 21, approved plans for engineering services for the reconstruction of the apron and hangars to be constructed on a new taxiway at Cullman Regional Airport. Airport Director Ben Harrison said to the commission, “What we’re asking you for is the engineering services and design on this project,” Said Harrison, “The reason we’re trying to do this right now is we don’t want to start digging in late September or late October. We are afraid that three-four month project would turn into a six-seven month project.” The commission...
8 Cullman County seniors participate in North Alabama Academy of Craft Training signing day
CULLMAN, Ala. – Eight seniors from Cullman County accepted positions with various companies at the inaugural North Alabama Academy of Craft Training (ACT) signing day recently. “Join me in celebrating them for their decision to earn a skill and enter the workforce after high school graduation,” said ACT Education Director Haynes Riddle. Cullman County seniors include: Alonso Avalos (Fairview, AMP Quality Energy Services, Electrical class) Brayden Coggins(Cullman, Early Services Inc, Mechanical HVACR class) Dawson Kicker (Good Hope, Bright Future Electric, Electrical class) Ethan Shearer (West Point, Comfort Systems USA, Mechanical HVACR class) Nathan Coggins (West Point, Early Services Inc, Mechanical HVACR class) Aiden Cone ( Cullman, Dunn Building Co., Metal Structures and Fabrication class) Kaleb Burns (West Point, Fite Building Company, Commercial Construction class) Guillermo Alday (Good Hope, Trane Technologies, Mechanical HVACR class)
CCBOE: 99.3% of third graders reading at or above grade level
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its monthly meeting Monday, May 20, heard a very positive update from Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette regarding the systems’ third graders. This school year is the first for the retention portion of the Alabama Literacy Act, which was passed in 2019. Essentially, third graders not reading at grade level by this August could be held back. According to Barnette, 705 students were tested, and 99.3% were assessed as reading at or above that level. “That is absolutely incredible and I am super proud of them,” Barnette said. “They’ve worked hard; everyone...
Get ready for the sizzle: Hanceville’s 4th annual Grilled Cheese Festival coming May 25
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – On May 25, downtown Hanceville will transform into a hub of culinary delight and community celebration with the fourth annual Grilled Cheese Festival. From 9 a.m.-5 p.m., attendees can indulge in a unique festival dedicated to everyone’s favorite comfort food: the grilled cheese sandwich. Event coordinator Nolan Bradford promised a day packed with activities and treats for all ages: “This is our fourth year for this event, and it continues to grow. Each year brings a variety of new vendors, as well as some of the older favorites. While you’re here, take time to visit the local downtown...
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