Open in NewsBreak

Russellville

See all locations
Customize your news
45°F
publisher avatar

Municipal

The Cullman Tribune

partner publisher · 13.3K followers
article img

Cullman Council addresses water supply ordinance revisions, aims to improve grant funding for museum

Updated Nov. 11, 2026, at 8:08 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Nov. 9 meeting held the first reading of Ordinance No. 2026-56 . The ordinance, a revision of City of Cullman Source Water Ordinance No. 2008-05, updates restrictions and preventative measures for properties surrounding the city’s public water supplies, including Lake Catoma and the Duck River Reservoir, in order to prevent pollution and ensure water quality. Section 20-166, for use of adjacent property of the bodies of water, notes that the Utilities Board of the City of Cullman is to own property surrounding these bodies of water. For Lake Catoma, Utilities Board property limits will extend 50 feet outside this region and 100 feet outside of Duck River Reservoir. The revised ordinance states that any disposal of wastes, building, foundation or structures such as wells and other storage facilities must be located 25 feet beyond Utilities Board property limits. In addition to building, restrictions are to apply to docks and mooring systems for watercraft. The revision says no lots, real estate or tracts of land adjoining, adjacent to or bordering any waters of the public water supply shall be used for anything beyond residential purpose,

Cullman, AL · 2d

FOX54 News

publisher · 78.3K followers

Alabama veterans turn their military experiences into a mission to preserve history

ATHENS, Ala. — Their military experiences took them to different parts of the world, but Joshua Dempsey and Bob Borden now share a common purpose: Helping preserve the stories of those who served. Both veterans work at the Alabama Veterans Museum, where their own experiences have become part of...

Alabama · 1d
article img

WAFF

website

New Fayetteville bridge aims to ease traffic, improve emergency access

FAYETTEVILLE, TN. (WAFF) -A new bridge over the Elk River is set to open Tuesday, giving drivers another route west of Fayetteville and providing an additional crossing for residents and first responders during emergencies. Lincoln County Mayor Walt Patrick said the project has been in the works for more than...

Fayetteville, TN · 4d
article img

WAFF

website

Town of Grant plans first Veterans Memorial

GRANT, Ala. (WAFF) - As Veterans Day approaches, the town of Grant is announcing plans for its first Veterans Memorial. Grant Councilman Adam McBride said town leaders are planning the memorial to honor veterans every day of the year. The memorial will be at the top of the hill in...

Grant, AL · 3d
article img

WHNT News 19

partner publisher · 96.3K followers

Huntsville warns of road closures for Veterans Day Parade

The city of Huntsville is warning drivers that some roads will be closed Wednesday morning for the city's annual Veterans Day Parade.

Huntsville, AL · 2d

256 Today

partner publisher · 1.9K followers

Minority Leader Daniels: ‘I don’t think you’ll see Madison County go back Republican again’

Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels isn’t calling Madison County purple anymore. “No, it’s definitely not purple. It is a blue county,” Daniels said in an interview following Tuesday’s election, […] The post Minority Leader Daniels: ‘I don’t think you’ll see Madison County go back Republican again’ appeared first on 256 Today .

Madison County, AL · 4d

theredstonerocket.com

website

Fourth graders experience space at US Space & Rocket Center

Huntsville City Schools’ fourth graders have soared further into their education in collaboration with the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. This effort was completed last week through the “Mission: 4th Grade” series. “It began with a conversation Caty Stokes, our museum programs manager, and Holly McCarty, a...

Huntsville, AL · 2d

Hartselle Enquirer

website

Faces behind freedom: Local veterans reflect on service, sacrifice and the bonds that endure

Every veteran has a story to tell. Some served close to home, while others spent years overseas. Some experienced the hardships of war, while others served in a variety of military roles at home and abroad. Each carries memories of the people, places and experiences that shaped their time in uniform.

Hartselle, AL · 2d

theredstonerocket.com

website

Veterans museum in Athens connects with community

For Joshua Dempsey, becoming director of the Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives was more than a career change following 20 years in the Marine Corps. It was an opportunity to return to his hometown Athens, continue serving veterans and help preserve their stories for future generations. Dempsey, a retired Marine...

Athens, AL · 2d

WHNT News 19

partner publisher · 96.3K followers

Athens State University, Alabama Veterans Museum honor local veterans

Athens State University and the Alabama Veterans Museum continued a long-standing Veterans Day tradition of honoring the men and women who have served our country.

Athens, AL · 1d

256 Today

partner publisher · 1.9K followers

250 years later, Athens to honor Revolutionary War patriot with monument

A Revolutionary War patriot who marched hundreds of miles to join George Washington’s army will be honored with a new monument in Athens as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. […] The post 250 years later, Athens to honor Revolutionary War patriot with monument appeared first on 256 Today .

Athens, AL · 2d

The Cullman Tribune

partner publisher · 13.3K followers

Cullman proposes $2.5K minimum fine for lake violations, but many Catoma rules date to 2007

CULLMAN, Ala. – A homeowner on Lake Catoma can already mow the protected strip along the water only three times a year. What would change under a proposal before the Cullman City Council is the cost of a violation. The city’s 2007 ordinance set fines at $50 to $500 per violation. The proposed minimum is $2,500 per violation upon conviction. The Council is scheduled to give Ordinance No. 2026-56 a first reading Monday, Nov. 9. The proposal names Lake Catoma, Lake George and Duck River Reservoir. It is not yet law. “Our responsibility is to protect the quality and reliability of the drinking water supply that serves our residents, businesses and surrounding communities,” Cullman City Council President Kim Hall said. “Many of our existing regulations are nearly 20 years old and were written before Duck River Reservoir became part of our water system.” What already applies at Lake Catoma Although the earlier ordinance is numbered 2008-05, the signed copy shows the Council adopted it Nov. 26, 2007, nearly 19 years ago. It established a 35-foot buffer measured inland from the lake’s full-pool line, the mapped shoreline when the reservoir is full. That line stays put even when the water recedes.

Cullman, AL · 4d

speakinoutweeklynews.net

website

From The Hill to the courtroom: AAMU alumni attorneys guide future lawyers

Four Alabama A&M University alumni attorneys returned to campus Thursday, Nov. 5, to share the lessons that shaped their legal careers with students considering law school. The “AAMU to the Courtroom” speaker series, hosted by the Office of Career and Workforce Development at the AAMU Welcome Center, featured state Rep. Ontario Tillman of House District 56, a partner at Maxwell Tillman + Coleman Law Firm; Eric Hewlett, owner of Hewlett Law Firm, P.C.; Rochelle A. Conley, AAMU’s vice president and general counsel; and Lula Cole, an attorney-mediator with Cole Law Group PC. Karla Miller, director of Career and Workforce Development, moderated.

Huntsville, AL · 3d

WAFF

website

Athens community says goodbye to historic Ferman Elmore Field

ATHENS, Ala. (WAFF) - Athens City Schools is preparing to replace an aging school building with a new facility. Community members gathered Sunday at Ferman Elmore Field for one last walk before it makes way for construction. Ferman Elmore Field was built in 1936. It has hosted football games, band...

Athens, AL · 4d

WAFF

website

Local veteran helping change lives one dog at a time

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - From serving in the Marines, to instructing furry learners, J. B. Pitsinger has had a long career. He served in the Marines for nearly two decades in active war zones. After receiving a life-altering injury while off duty, he had to take a step back. “Haha...

Huntsville, AL · 2d

WAFF

website

Trinity rezoning request withdrawn amid resident opposition

TRINITY, Ala. (WAFF) - After months of pushback from people who live in Trinity, the vote on a proposal to rezone nearly 184 acres of land is now off the table. That land sits between Steed Road and Old Trinity Road and was billed as a perfect location for a data center.

Trinity, AL · 3d

WAFF

website

Downtown Decatur’s Merry Mile returns with Jingle Boats, Christmas events

DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - Downtown Decatur is preparing to welcome the holiday season with the return of its Merry Mile, bringing decorations, shopping and community events to the city beginning Nov. 12. The celebration spans the 1.1-mile downtown corridor from the top of Second Avenue to Bank Street and continues...

Decatur, AL · 3d

WHNT News 19

partner publisher · 96.3K followers

Arab cuts ribbon on Center of Recreational Exellence

The city of Arab has officially cut the ribbon on a new recreational facility on Monday.

Arab, AL · 3d

WAFF

website

Limestone County career technical education program grows with center expansion

LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - Leaders in Limestone County say the county’s career technical education program is growing. They say the board of education is helping the program support the workforce and economic development. They credit a recent expansion of the Career Technical Center. John Wilson, director of Limestone...

Limestone County, AL · 3d

WHNT News 19

partner publisher · 96.3K followers

Two uniforms, one mission: The story of Lt. Gen. A.C. Roper

Some dedicate their lives to one form of service, but Lieutenant General A.C. Roper answered the call in two different uniforms.

Decatur, AL · 3d