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Long-Lewis acquires Cullman’s Eckenrod Ford Lincoln
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Long-Lewis Automotive Group, effective Aug. 12, 2024, acquired Eckenrod Ford Lincoln in Cullman. The official name of the dealership is Long-Lewis Ford Lincoln of Cullman. Long-Lewis purchased all assets, including the real estate, and will also retain all Eckenrod employees. This adds about 50 additional employees to the Long- Lewis Automotive Group, bringing the total employee count to approximately 900. Long-Lewis now has 11 dealerships in eight cities across the state – four Fords, three Lincolns, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Mitsubishi and a Pre-Owned Vehicle and Ford Parts & Service Center. “We are very excited about this opportunity,” said Wade...
West Point High School Class of 1974 celebrates 50 years
The West Point High School Class of 1974 recently celebrated its 50-year class reunion at The Barn at Lake Catoma. Back row, left to right, David Hale, Michael Campbell, Mike Floyd, Darrell Fell, Matt Smith, Buford Shedd, Keith Penn, Ken Cornelius, Ranney Steele, Tim Martin, Billy Rigsby, Scott Scruggs, Benton Thompson, Donnie Pirkle, Stanley Sandlin, Keith Yarbrough, Randy Tucker and Ricky Cornelius.
Alpha Nutrition and The Garage hosting cash prize unsanctioned powerlifting meet Aug. 24
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alpha Nutrition and The Garage are teaming up to host an in-house, unsanctioned powerlifting meet with cash prizes. The meet is set for Saturday, Aug. 24, from 4 p.m. until the last athlete has completed his or her lift. Competing athletes are required to weigh in on Friday, Aug. 23, from 4-7 p.m. The meet will be held at The Garage, a local gym located at 4330 County Road 703 in Cullman.
Pet of the week: Meet Sable
CULLMAN, Ala. – Meet the beautiful, elegant and sweet Sable, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week. She is a shepherd mix who is approximately 5-6 months old. Sable is sharp girl who loves being in the company of others. She is a medium-energy pup and always stays close as you navigate the yard, making for a perfect companion. Sable looks to you for encouragement; when new challenges like the kiddie pool arise…trust us, she’s perfect! She thrives on learning new things and is the perfect therapy/companion/hiking dog! Come meet sweet Sable and the rest of the wonderful pets seeking their forever homes! Are you ready to meet Sable? 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. Her adoption fee includes spay, DHLPP vaccine, Bordetella vaccines, rabies vaccine, wormer, general exam at the vet and microchip. Contact the Cullman County Animal Shelter at 256-734-5448 or cullmananimalshelter@co.cullman.al.us. Copyright 2024 Humble Roots, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Arrests and Incidents reported August 16, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 16, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. No arrests or incidents reported. theft of property-4th degree; City of Cullman; miscellaneous; $300; Eva Rd. NE. harassment; person; Cherokee Ave. SW. harassment; person; 2nd Ave. SW. Arrests. August...
A-List No. 6: Thompson’s Jared Smith hopes defensive line can take control while secondary matures
Certain things are expected at Thompson. The Warriors, Class 7A champions four of the past five seasons and a finalist six straight years, usually have an explosive offense under coach Mark Freeman and a stifling defense led by coordinator Shawn DeFoor. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Five Alabama Standouts Earn Spots on MaxPreps Pre-Season Sophomore All-American Team
Birmingham, AL – Five standout Alabama high school sophomores earned spots on the annual MaxPreps sophomore All-American team. Representing the first-team offense are Thompson quarterback Trent Seaborn and Jackson Aggies running back Ezavier Crowell. On the defensive side, Thompson defensive lineman Cam Pritchett, Moody linebacker Ba’Roc Willis, and Vigor linebacker Jabarrius Garror claimed spots the second-team defense.
UAB Hospital Receives Recognition as One of the Nation’s Most Beautiful Hospitals
UAB Hospital in Birmingham, received national recognition as one of the nation’s top 20 most beautiful hospitals. UAB Hospital was one of 80+ hospitals nominated in the prestigious contest. The 2024 Most Beautiful Hospitals contest, which is sponsored by national healthcare staffing firm Soliant Health, recognizes hospitals for their...
Family still looking for answers eight years after unsolved murder
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Angela Cheatham is still struggling after losing her son eight years ago and wonders why someone would take her child’s life. Officer Truman Fitzgerald with the Birmingham Police Department has said they have a person of interest in the case. However, without the community coming forward to share information, they are unable to complete the case.
State of Shopping: The future of malls and shopping centers in Central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A monthslong WVTM 13 investigation into the rise and fall of malls in Central Alabama has shown the changing retail landscape. Birmingham was once a top retail destination in the U.S., with two of the largest malls in the country, Eastwood Mall and Century Plaza, sitting side by side.
Judge throws out arrest warrants for mayor, 2 employees of Alabama town
Arrest warrants for a small town Alabama mayor and two of his staff have been tossed out. Judge Lee Barnes late Wednesday issued an order “immediately” throwing out the warrants against Wayman Newton, the mayor of Tarrant, and two of the town’s employees. “Effectively immediately any warrants...
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