Author: Amanda Shavers - Page 2 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.

News

For LA water issues, misinformation spreads nearly as fast as the wildfires

A billionaire couple was accused of withholding water that could help stop Los Angeles’ massive wildfires. Democratic leadership was blamed for fire hydrants running dry ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Wednesday, January 15, 2025 11:14 pm

News

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces his resignation

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation, telling the nation that “internal battles” mean he “cannot be the best option” in the next ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Tuesday, January 7, 2025 10:58 am

News

Possible tornado strikes downtown Athens

The Historic Downtown District in the city of Athens suffered severe wind damage, destroying several buildings and powerlines, after a possible tornado traveled through the ... Read more

by Amanda Shavers, Sunday, December 29, 2024 7:05 pm

Uncategorized

(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

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