Human trafficking task force rebuilds | CRMC lawsuit examined | Oktoberfest draws 75,000

Cullman Today – Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026

Here's what's making news in Cullman this morning: 🔎 Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force seeks new members and volunteers 🏥 Part 2 of "Aging Out?" examines CRMC staffing decisions and a dismissed age-discrimination lawsuit 🍺 Cullman Oktoberfest draws a record 75,000 attendees over four days

➕ Plus: 🏈 Cullman Bearcats travel to Gardendale tonight for region football 🏫 Good Hope Elementary celebrates its new school opening Monday 🎓 Cullman High senior Isaac Heinze named National Merit semifinalist 🐶 Pet of the Week: Finn — a 2-year-old Australian Shepherd mix available for adoption 🎃 Cullman Today's Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest is underway! Enter by Oct. 28. 🌀 Weather: Sunny and warm today with a high near 89. Tonight seems mostly clear skies with a low around 58. Friday brings more sunshine with a high near 84, before rain and gusty winds arrive this weekend as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast. 🕊️ Obituaries: Vicky Darlene Lindsey Suggs

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