County approves $94.6M budget | Goat Island ownership change | Wissota closing

Cullman Today – Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026

Here's what's making news in Cullman this morning:
💧 Cullman County approves a $94.6 million fiscal 2027 budget as major water and sanitation billing changes approach
🍺 Goat Island Brewing announces a new majority owner, with longtime investor Russell Warren Sr. taking over as president
🥩 Wissota Chophouse will close its Cullman restaurant Saturday, Sept. 26

➕ Plus:
📣 Cullman County cheer squads bring home four first-place finishes from the AHSAA North Super Regional
🚨 BBB fraud summit helps local seniors recognize scams and protect their money
🎓 Jack Haynes and Annalee Allen receive Alabama Farmers Federation-related scholarships
📚 Sips N Strokes hosts a book-binding class in Cullman's Warehouse District
🐶 Pet of the Week: Ruby, a 1-year-old red heeler at the Cullman County Animal Shelter
☀️ Weather: Clouds give way to mostly sunny skies today with a high near 80. Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 59. Friday looks mostly sunny with a high near 82.
🕊️ Obituaries: Larry Wayne Moore; Sylvia Diana Kreps; William Greg Kuykendall

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