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What's up Cullman! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Cullman is rallying behind domestic violence survivors this October
  • Which Cullman-area teams are playing in this week's key showdowns?
  • Could you be missing a $3,000 storm shelter tax credit?

Also on today's calendar: Sonic of Cullman Cruise-In and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 90 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 88, low: 71.
  • Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 83 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. City of Cullman proclaims October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (cullmantimes.com) — Cullman's mayor has officially declared October 2026 Domestic Violence Awareness Month, urging residents to honor survivors and support local services. The Willow Path, which has long served Cullman County, is inviting the community to wear purple on Oct. 22 and offers shelter, counseling, and legal advocacy for those experiencing abuse.
   

2. PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs, Gordo meet for region lead; Thursday games open October slate (cullmantribune.com) — High school football fans in Cullman can catch a busy slate this week, with Cullman traveling to Jasper tonight for the AHSAA TV Network Game of the Week and several other county teams in action Thursday and Friday. Cold Springs hosts Gordo for the Class 2A, Region 5 lead, while Fairview, Good Hope, Hanceville, Holly Pond, Meek, Vinemont and West Point all face important region matchups.
   

3. Cullman County EMA highlights storm shelter tax credit, year-end application deadline (cullmantribune.com) — Cullman County residents installing a qualifying storm shelter in 2026 can get an Alabama income tax credit worth up to $3,000, but they must apply to the state EMA by Dec. 31 of the installation year. The article explains eligibility rules, required engineering documentation, and how to claim the credit through My Alabama Taxes so local homeowners don't miss out.
   

4. NARCOG celebrates 60 years of helping Cullman County communities turn needs into results (cullmantimes.com) — Cullman County communities like Garden City, Berlin, and Good Hope are seeing tangible benefits from NARCOG's 60 years of work, from sewer upgrades to new senior services and storm shelters. The agency has helped bring millions in grants, small-business loans, and aging services into the region, supporting local infrastructure, jobs, and independent living for older residents.
   

5. Lawrence County native receives Farmers Federation Scholarship Growing the Future: Scholarships support Alabama Ag students (moultonadvertiser.com) — A Cullman County farm family is celebrating after their son, Jack Haynes, received one of eight special endowed scholarships from the Cullman County Farmers Federation during a statewide awards banquet. The program honored 79 Auburn University students with nearly $140,000 in agriculture-related scholarships, and applications for the 2026–2027 cycle open Nov. 1 for future Cullman students interested in ag and forestry careers.
   

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    Saturday October 3
  • Oktoberfest Run 2026
    Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, 301 2nd Ave SW, Cullman
    8:00 am
  • Gatorade XC Classic (Jesse Owens)
    Vinemont High School Cullman, AL 35057
    8:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My neighbors beloved dog got out of the fence and is missing.
    We live on 40 co rd connecting to Welti road. If you have seen him please reach out! He is super sweet and very missed. (Nextdoor Hedgerow /Welti)
  • September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
    Cancers in children can be hard to recognize right away because early symptoms are often like those caused by much more common illnesses or injuries… (Nextdoor )
  • City of Cullman Alabama posted a job opening for Intern (Revenue Clerk) in Cullman. Apply here.
  • General Dynamics Mission Systems posted a job opening for Mill Machinist in Cullman. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cullman here.

Ok Cullman! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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