CULLMAN — Good morning, this is today's news:
Traffic news:
It’s local traffic only for those who travel County Road 1301 beginning July 16. According to the Cullman County Road Department, this road will be closed from intersection 1310 to 1300 for bridge repair. Drivers should seek alternate routes and schedule a few extra minutes of travel time as this route will remain closed for about six weeks. Those with questions may contact the Road Department office at 256-796-2266.
Rick Henry, Superintendent of the Street Department in the City of Cullman, reports that there will be patching crews on old Hanceville Highway, just south of Sheraton Road; on Rosemont northwest; and on 5th Street southeast by the Busy Bee restaurant. Also, the Department will close 9th St. between 3rd and 4th avenues, as a construction crew will be tearing down an old building behind the middle school.
Weather:
A little less heat in our day, partly sunny, with a high near 91. A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Calm wind around 5 mph this morning. We’ll have warm evening with a low around 71 degrees, with calm wind and a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Best bets for today:
Grab your dancing boots! Head on down to the VFW Post for a toe-tapping time (112 Veterans Drive, Cullman 35055). The Ladies’ Auxiliary will host a country dance starting at 7 p.m. Concessions are available. Admission is $5; non members of all ages are welcome to drop by for a dance or just listen to the music.
The Cullman County Commission will hold a public meeting at 10 a.m. at the Cullman County Courthouse in the County Commission conference room on the first floor at the north end of the building.
The Hanceville Water Board will meet at 6 p.m.
Have a great day!
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