Columns
(Column) Media needs must police misinformation
The role of the media, once hailed as the “Fourth Estate” of democracy, is increasingly suspected of partisanship. ... Read more
Archive for journalism
Local News
Times earns General Excellence, dozens of awards from Alabama Press Association
The Cullman Times has been recognized for excellence in journalism by the Alabama Press Association. The Times staff ... Read more
Local News
Carpenter Media Group to acquire 10 newspapers from CNHI
Carpenter Media Group and CNHI, LLC, announced Thursday, they have reached a preliminary agreement for CMG to acquire ... Read more
Editorials
(Editorial) Silencing journalists by dictators as U.S. power recedes
Friday was World Press Freedom Day and a grim reminder of how many voices have recently been silenced ... Read more
Editorials
(Editorial) a potential Trump-Biden debate
Is President Biden going to debate Donald Trump as the November election nears? “I am. Somewhere. I don’t ... Read more
Local News
City of Cullman’s cultural scene recognized
For the first time, the city of Cullman has been ranked third on USA Today’s list of Best ... Read more
Columns
(Guest column) The U.S. Postal Service is threatening the future of local newspapers
Alabama’s Fourth Congressional District is blessed to have many local newspapers. They help bring attention to local news ... Read more
Local News
New bill would prohibit companies from voluntarily recognizing unions
Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) is looking to stop the flow of state incentives to any company that voluntary ... Read more
Columns
(Column) The public purpose of the free press
This week is Sunshine Week in America, a time to reflect on the importance of open government to ... Read more
Editorials
(Our view) Our right to know
Sunshine Week, the annual national observance highlighting government transparency, is taking place this week, through March 16. This ... Read more