Amanda Shavers, Author at The Cullman Times

Amanda Shavers joined The Cullman Times in 1997 as the paper's first staff photographer. She has been News Editor since 2008. She is also Content Editor for Cullman Magazine (quarterly), Cullman County Graduation magazine, Fall in Love With Cullman magazine, Salute to Industry magazine and the Senior and Retiree Directory magazine. She is also Content Editor for the weekly St. Clair News-Aegis and she assists with the twice-weekly Athens News Courier.

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(Toni says) Enroll in Medicare the right way when leaving employer benefits

Dear Toni: I am retiring in February when I turn 65 and will need to enroll in Medicare Parts A and B with a Medicare Supplement ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Tuesday, December 17, 2024 10:33 pm

Opinion

(Column) The first ‘working for Alabama’ czar will be Greg Reed

During the last session of the legislature, Governor Kay Ivey, Speaker of the House, Nathaniel Ledbetter, State Senate President Pro Tem, Greg Reed, along with ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Tuesday, December 17, 2024 9:54 pm

Opinion

(Dave says) Your income is the key

Dear Dave: I have $100,000 in student loan debt. Since the amount is so large, is there a special place in your Baby Steps plan for ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Monday, December 9, 2024 10:38 pm

News

Cullman County Farmers Federation receives recognition

The Cullman County Farmers Federation received an Award of Excellence during the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 103rd annual meeting Dec. 9 in Montgomery. This honor recognizes ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Monday, December 9, 2024 10:20 pm

News

Wallace State Christmas Spectacular Dec. 12

Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts programs will be hosting its annual Christmas Spectacular on Thursday, Dec. 12. This free event will include ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Tuesday, December 3, 2024 4:11 pm

Iron Bowl

Milroe, No. 13 Alabama keep playoff hopes alive with 28-14 win over Auburn in the Iron Bowl

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Jalen Milroe passed for 256 yards and ran for 104 yards and three touchdowns to lead No. 13 Alabama to a 28-14 ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Sunday, December 1, 2024 12:52 am

Opinion

(Our view) Buy big by shopping small

As the peak shopping season kicks off this week, don’t forget to shop small. It’s a strategy we should apply not just this time of ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 6:16 pm

State Report Card

Cullman County Schools earns ‘A’ on State Report Card

Cullman County Schools has received an “A” on its 2023-2024 State Report Card. The systems increased its state score by 10 points in the last ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Friday, November 22, 2024 9:44 pm

News

Gudger recognized for contributions to tourism, hospitality

Senator Garlan Gudger has been awarded the Excellence in Government Award at the Stars of the Industry Awards, presented by the Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 10:07 pm

Education

St. Bernard Prep students pay tribute to veterans

In a display of gratitude and patriotism, the students of St. Bernard Preparatory School gathered Friday, Nov. 15, to honor the service and sacrifice of ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Friday, November 15, 2024 7:03 pm

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