Cullman woman killed in 3-vehicle crash
UPDATED 8-22-22
SIMCOE, Ala. – A Cullman woman was killed in a late Saturday evening crash, according to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick identified the victim as 25-year-old Savannah Hamilton.
According to Alabama State Troopers, the crash occurred at approximately 10:47 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20.
Troopers said...
FBI raid in Falkville
Sources shared that an FBI raid occurred in Falkville this morning allegedly in connection to previous protests/riots that occurred in Washington.
Falkville Mayor Ken Winkles said FBI agents are still on location but didn’t currently have more information to provide.
Witnesses shared that one person has...
Multiple arrests made after various traffic stops last week
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies stayed busy this week with multiple drug-related arrests and seeking out warrants.
On March 14, CCSO deputies made contact with Jason Tyler Crawford, 33, of Vinemont (Pictured above) at a West Point business. Crawford had multiple warrants...
‘It’s therapy for me’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Lil Cookies Goat Farm, in the making for the last 10 years, is located in Hanceville and home to 133 goats. Owner Christal Cook operates the farm on her own. She said her journey began when she and her ex-husband decided...
Arrests and incidents reported January 18, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 18, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
January 13
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1034trespassing; CR 1354unlawful possession of controlled substance; illegal...
“Getting back to where it’s supposed to be”
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s east side recently welcomed a new shop that is likely to become a popular stop for folks who enjoy eating fresh traditional foods and supporting local farmers. Mavens & Makers, located in the Vogel Building at 609 U.S. Highway 278...
Sacred Heart School nuns profess perpetual vows
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two nuns who teach at Sacred Heart School made their Professions of Perpetual Vows recently during liturgical services at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church on the Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Sr. Mary Peter Julian Lawrence and...
Changes in hours, services for local restaurants
CULLMAN, Ala.
– With the recent public health order from Governor Kay Ivey
closing dining rooms for restaurants across the state of Alabama, local
establishments have had to adapt with new hours and changes to how they deliver
their services as well. Restaurants are now having to offer...
Woman allegedly bites gas station clerk
HOLLY POND, Ala. - A woman allegedly involved in an altercation with a Marathon gas station clerk Sunday night just before 10 p.m. was arrested on unrelated outstanding warrants after her picture was shared on social media.
Tammie Leann Huskey, 28, of Somerville, allegedly bit...
Crawford trial: Day 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – The murder trial of Cullman man Jason Crawford entered its fourth day Thursday. The defendant is charged with murder in the May 2, 2017, death of his wife, Tiffiney Joy Crawford.
Damon Cooper, a forensic scientist with the Alabama Department of Forensic...
Smith Lake Idol Top 6 to perform tonight
BREMEN, Ala. – The Top 9 Smith Lake Idol contestants
will perform tonight at 8 p.m. at Rooster’s Corner. The inaugural Smith Lake
Idol contest has been entertaining residents since late June, thanks to Patrick
“Kat Daddy” Watson, Drew “Rooster” McClendon and Smith Lake Productions’ Kris
and Kelly...
Funeral home shooter identified
CULLMAN, Ala. – After a 911 call was made at approximately 10:10 a.m. from Cullman Funeral Home, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies and Cullman Police Department officers arrived on scene and detained Orie Shannon McDearmond, 33, of Cullman. McDearmond is being held without bond...
Terri Pines Golf Course to transfer ownership to City of Cullman (Updated)
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, Dec. 13, the McGriff Family of Cullman agreed to transfer ownership of Terri Pines Golf Course and all its facilities to the City of Cullman.
Founded and developed by Bert McGriff over 40 years ago, Terri Pines Golf Course was...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests this week, including:
Monday, Aug. 15
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Garden City area. Ronald Lee Mickle, 43, of Hayden, was identified as the driver.
A subsequent search of the vehicle allegedly yielded...
C.A.S.T. for Kids Smith Lake Park set for Sept. 19
Updated 6-24-20 at 2:02 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s C.A.S.T. for Kids Smith Lake Park event is set for Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020 from 8 a.m.-noon. Space is limited, so participants are encouraged to sign up soon. The event is free for participants.
The Tribune...
Cullman Regional update on COVID-19 situation
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Regional Medical Center reports that COVID-19 is having a critical and hopefully short-term financial impact on the entire local healthcare community.
“As healthcare professionals, we are used to pulling together as a team in a time of crisis,” Cullman Regional CEO...
CCSO makes multiple drug-related arrests this week
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests as a result of drug-related charges over the last few days countywide.
On Thursday, March 10, CCSO deputies conducted a traffic stop south of the city of Cullman.
Cooper Dale Garrison, 21, (pictured above) of...
Arrests and incidents reported March 25, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 25, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 22
harassment; CR 599
unlawful possession controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; resisting...
ADPH announces Mental Health Awareness Week
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health condition. However, mental illness affects everyone directly or indirectly through family, friends or coworkers. That is why each year, during the first week of October, participants across...
Crawford trial, day 5
Warning: This article includes graphic language.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Defendant Jason Crawford, on trial for the murder of his wife Tiffiney Joy Crawford, took the stand Friday, Nov. 18 as the first witness of the day in Judge Martha Williams’ courtroom. He stated that on...
Multiple arrested countywide in sexually related crimes
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made four arrests countywide from child pornography, forcible rape and other related charges this week.
On Monday, February 14, CCSO Deputies arrested Brian Michael Kuykendall, 33, of Hanceville on multiple Grand Jury indictments. He was charged with...
Duck River Reservoir reopens to boat fishing; careful outdoor recreation still a safe option
CULLMAN, Ala.
- The Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) announced Wednesday that the
Duck River Reservoir will reopen to boat fishing Thursday, March 26. In a
message, CEDA Director Dale Greer wrote:
The main boat ramp on the East Side of the
Reservoir at the dam and the launch...
Multiple drug arrests this week yields methamphetamine as central culprit
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office was busy with multiple drug arrests this week involving multiple persons on separate occasions.
On October 26, CCSO deputies stopped Corey Lee Tubbs, 32, of Hanceville for a traffic violation around 11:00 p.m. in the Good...
Holly Pond welcomes three new businesses to town
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Town of Holly Pond has recently opened its arms to three new local businesses all opening this week to the public, which the community has been excited to welcome.
Holly Pond Mayor Carla Hart said she was thrilled to see...
Missing Cullman man found dead in Terri Pines pond
Cullman, Ala. - A man that had not been heard from since Friday night was found deceased in a pond on the Terri Pines Golf Course on Monday morning.
John Clark, 51, of Cullman was found near hole-three in a pond early Monday morning.
According to...
Hanceville man arrested for sexual abuse
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Investigators executed a search warrant at a residence in the Hanceville area on Friday, April 22.
The search warrant was secured due to information obtained concerning an incident that had occurred earlier this month.
Nathan Aaron Varney, 32, of...
Meeks arrested on two FTA charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, Bradford Neal Meeks, 31, was recently released from the Department of Corrections.
The CCSO said Meeks has been returned to Cullman County Detention Center for two misdemeanor charges in order for him to serve his...
Falkville man arrested in Cullman County on drug-related charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the Dodge City area for reports of a reckless driver on Thursday, February 3.
Frankie Ray South, 65, of Falkville was located in the area.
Probable cause was developed and his vehicle was searched. Drugs and...
Vinemont father, son battling cancer
VINEMONT, Ala. - Wendy Smithson wasn’t prepared for what fall 2022 would look like when her son, and then her husband, were diagnosed with different types of cancer, two months apart.
“My son, Walker Smithson, was diagnosed Sept 2, 2022, with B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic (also...
Multiple people arrested at Good Hope residence for various drug-related charges
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputies traveled to a Good Hope residence on Sunday, January 16, to follow up on complaints of drug activity.
While on the scene, deputies were able to obtain a search warrant for the residence. Multiple individuals were present,...
Multiple local people arrested on drug charges over last week
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office announced multiple arrests involving methamphetamine over the last few days.
Sheriff Matt Gentry said he’s continually proud of the efforts by deputies in getting drugs off the streets.
On Monday, October 11, Howard Scott Riddle, 45, of Cullman,...
Hulsey arrested for outstanding child abuse/torture warrants
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kered Evan Hulsey was arrested on Mar. 21, 2022 at the Cullman County Detention Center for three outstanding warrants which stemmed from a 2021 child abuse incident.
The Cullman County Sheriff’s office confirmed the 21-year-old Vinemont man was charged with two counts...
Local man arrested on 15 counts of child porn
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office works collaboratively with multiple agencies, one of those agencies being Internet Crimes Against Children.
CCSO Investigators recently received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children about a Vinemont man.
Shawn Alexander Chaney, 21, of...
Two enter novitiate at St. Bernard Abbey
CULLMAN, Ala. - The journey of two men, which began with an inquiry to St. Bernard Abbey Vocation Director, Fr. Joel Martin, OSB, has entered into a new phase.
Becoming a monk doesn’t happen overnight. It is a process that takes several years. At St....
Bobby Meyer stepping down as CHS basketball coach
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman High School varsity boys basketball coach Bobby Meyer will be stepping down as coach of the Bearcat basketball team.
Meyer has coached the Bearcats for 11 seasons and led the varsity boys to a 14-9 overall record during the 2020-2021 season.
“Coach...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests this week, including:
Monday, Aug. 22
Deputies attempted to serve outstanding warrants on Jesse Elijah Durham, 41, of Baileyton, at a residence in Joppa.
Durham allegedly attempted to flee the residence on foot. Deputies caught him...
(UPDATE) Cullman County Sheriff’s Office gives update on domestic incident
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has been attempting to locate Christopher Todd Burton in the area of County Road 1251.
He is wanted for questioning in an isolated incident that occurred earlier today.
“We ask that the citizens be mindful and aware...
Picked fresh: Cullman in preparation for 83rd Annual Strawberry Fest
CULLMAN, Ala. - Celebrating its 83rd year, The Cullman Strawberry Festival has organizers excited to return to full strength for this year’s event to Downtown Cullman and Depot Park. The festival will be held May 7 from 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
“This year's Strawberry...
City of Cullman lists current employment opportunities
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman currently has available employment opportunities with the Utilities Board, Street Department, Police Department and the Sanitation Department.
City Human Resources Director Michelle Bates acknowledges that the city government jobs have been affected by the national labor shortage. She...
Cullman man arrested for sex abuse
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local man was arrested at the Cullman County Detention Center on Thursday, Nov. 4 for an outstanding warrant involving sexual abuse.
Wade Riley Schmale, 25, of Cullman was arrested for the warrant for sexual abuse of a child less than 12.
The...
Arrests and incidents reported November 10, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 10, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents reported
Arrests
November 8 – 9
Black, Justin D.; 30
FTA- DUI (alcohol)
Buckelew, Michael A.; 33
FTA- assault-aggravated...
Cullman man arrested for counterfeit one dollar bills during traffic stop
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man was arrested following a traffic stop in Garden City after sheriff’s deputies found counterfeit $1 bills in the vehicle.
Cade Hill, 22, of Cullman, was a passenger in a vehicle that was stopped for a traffic violation by CCSO...
2 teens killed in Cullman County wreck
CULLMAN, Ala. -Two teenagers were killed in a single-vehicle wreck in Cullman County early Monday morning. The crash happened at approximately 1:21 a.m. in the 800 block of Wesley Avenue (County Road 1669).
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said Caden Allen Rodgers, 19, of Holly...
“Save America”
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Republican Party announced Monday that 45th U.S. President Donald Trump will visit Cullman on Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021, for a “Save America” rally at the York farm, 1872 County Road 469, venue for Rock the South, which will take...
Multiple individuals arrested on domestic violence; drug-related charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - The previous week experienced several drug-related arrests across Cullman County.
On Tuesday, May 24, CCSO deputies responded to the report of a traffic accident in the Good Hope area. Upon arrival, deputies located Saundra Kay Harbison, 57, of Cullman on scene. It was...
Charges upgraded to murder in Garden City elder abuse case
Updated 3-29-21 at 7:40 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - After an arrest last week on charges of elder abuse, Chandler Reese Knowles, 28, of Bremen was charged with felony murder Monday following the death of his alleged victim on Saturday.
According to a media release from the...
Crawford murder trial scheduled to begin Monday, Nov. 14
CULLMAN, Ala. – The husband of Tiffiney Joy Crawford, Jason Dewayne Crawford, is set to stand trial for one count of murder in his wife’s death on Monday, Nov. 14, in Judge Martha Williams’ courtroom.
Jason Crawford was indicted by a Cullman County grand jury...
Arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 10
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; I-65 NB at 308 MMdomestic violence; CR 127unauthorized use...
Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism unveils final design for city skatepark
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman and Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism unveiled the highly-anticipated designs and final plans for the upcoming 8,000 sq. ft. skatepark located in downtown Cullman Tuesday night at City Hall. A diverse group of community members was...
Urban Cookhouse offers healthy, local menu options
CULLMAN, Ala. - Urban Cookhouse has opened its doors in Cullman and is quickly becoming a huge hit! Lisa Goodwin and Keith Goodwin co-own the building located at 914 2nd Ave NW where they previously had another business. They made the decision to sell...
CPD warns public of unsafe parking underneath the city parking deck
CULLMAN, AL. - Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper issued a statement Wednesday morning imploring residents not to use the city parking deck for shelter during the storm.
Cullman Police Department is asking that residents seeking shelter go to one of the listed and approved shelters....
MLF Bass Pro Tour Stage 5 on Smith Lake officially underway
CULLMAN, Ala.
– Stage Five of the 2019 Major League Fishing Bass Tour officially kicked off early
Tuesday morning and Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs threw out the first cast from
the boat of Cullman native and pro angler Matt Lee. The tournament will be accompanied
by a “festival-style...
Sacred Heart honors Mother Mary Rose, LIHM
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Cullman recently honored Mother Mary Rose, LIHM Sister, during a covered dish dinner and reception in the Family Life Center. Several religious items were presented to her, including a plaque stating, "Somebody in Alabama is praying for you!"
Fr....
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2020 inducted
CULLMAN, Ala. – After last year’s induction ceremony was postponed, The Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame finally got the opportunity to recognize its newest members at Stone Bridge Farms Saturday night. The Class of 2020 was officially inducted Saturday night at the 21st...
Arrests and incidents reported March 18-21, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 18-21, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 18
burglary; Hwy. 278 W.
theft of property; CR 585
domestic violence; CR 601
...
Death of child under investigation
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday, there was an incident involving a small child. It appears to be a tragic accident, but it is still in the early stages of investigation.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed that...
Active fire at Drake Law Firm Tuesday night
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Cullman Police Department, there was an active fire at Drake Law Firm Tuesday night.
Lucas Boyd, 34, of Cullman was arrested for arson in the Second degree in connection to the fire.
This article will be updated.
Copyright 2021 Humble Roots,...
Former Cullman standout Kolby Robinson opening 256 Sports Academy in Florence
FLORENCE, Ala. – There’s a new athletic training facility opening soon in Florence and participants will have the opportunity to learn firsthand from a former Cullman, Wallace State and Alabama standout. Former Bearcat shortstop Kolby Robinson is opening 256 Sports Academy in Florence and...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the last several days, including:
Saturday, Nov. 19
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Dodge City area.
Rhyan Rnell Hall, 28, of Hanceville, was located inside the vehicle.
Hall was arrested on multiple warrants,...
Bradford Neal Meeks released over weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Bradford Neal Meeks, convicted in January 2020 of criminally negligent homicide in the DUI crash that killed 15-year-old Curtis James Wilson, was released from custody over the weekend according to Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry. He had been sentenced to a...
‘We’re just saturating the place with prayer’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of Spring Hill Baptist Church, along with members from several other churches, will be at Depot Park Saturday at 8 a.m. for a peaceful prayer walk. Members will walk along the streets in small groups.
Spring Hill Pastor Terry Blankenship said,...
Local man sentenced to 99 years in prison for murder
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County District Attorney’s Office announced that Circuit Judge Martha Williams sentenced Andrew Jacob Maresh to 99 years in prison for the intentional murder of Daniel Ray Osborn, II Feb 22, 2022.
According to a press release from the Cullman County...
Arrests and incidents reported October 28, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 28, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 25
unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Schwaiger Rd.unlawful possession of...
Thursby’s charges upgraded in 2016 murder case
CULLMAN, Ala. — Kayla Thursby, 34, of Cullman, was re-arrested this week after a Cullman County grand jury upgraded charges against her in the 2016 death of Leslie Clements. Originally charged in 2018 with murder by strangulation or suffocation and first-degree theft of property,...
‘Bees are just fascinating’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Amateur beekeeper Bill Grimmett started beekeeping in 2017 as a way to fill his time after retirement. Now, he wants to share his passion for honeybees. His 26 colonies are scattered in hives along the edges of his property along with his...
Arrests and incidents reported December 6, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 6, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
December 2
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 69 Nreceiving stolen property; CR 149domestic violence; CR...
Arrests and incidents reported July 6, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 6, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 1
domestic violence; Hwy. 69 Sdomestic violence; CR 469assault; CR 1807theft of property; CR 223assault;...
‘We want everyone to come and spend the day with us’ – St. Bernard rocks the weekend with Blues & BBQ
CULLMAN, Ala.
– St. Bernard’s Prep School was filled with the soul, crafts and good foods for
the afternoon. Crafts and vendors, both local and from afar, filled the campus
with goods to buy. The first day of the festival proved successful. Festival
Director Joyce Nix felt positive...
Salary schedule concerns raised to Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools held their final Budgetary Hearing for Fiscal Year 2022 Monday, Sept. 13. The same presentation given by Chief School Financial Officer/ Chief Operating Officer James Brumley at the first Budgetary Hearing last Thursday was made once more to...
CULLMAN COUNTY YOUTH FOOTBALL: Championship matchups set for next week
WEST POINT, Ala.
-- Round one of the Cullman County Youth Football playoffs is in the books and
championship games are now set for each division. In the Fireplug games, the
Cullman Cyclones knocked off the Hanceville Bulldogs while the Holly Pond
Broncos defeated the Good Hope Raiders....
Frankweiler Fountain flows again!
CULLMAN, Ala. - To celebrate the twinning of Cullman and its German sister city Frankweiler, the Cullman German Club built the Frankweiler Fountain on 1st Avenue across from A Touch of German in 1988. One of the German gift shop’s owners at the time,...
UPDATE: Joppa couple identified in deadly I-65 collision
DODGE CITY, Ala. - Friday afternoon, the identities of a couple killed in a traffic collision on I-65 Thursday evening were released by Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick identified the deceased as Brenda Hickens Miller, 72, and Nickey Nile Miller, 70, of Joppa.
Thursday evening,...
Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant will open in Cullman in late 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tennessee-based hospitality group A. Marshall Hospitality (AMH) will open a Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant in Cullman at the end of 2022. Puckett’s Cullman will be the seventh Puckett’s, along with Tennessee locations in Nashville, Chattanooga, Columbia, Franklin, Murfreesboro and Pigeon Forge.
“Puckett’s Grocery...
‘Everyone deserves a home. I just really believe that’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Elizabeth Standifer, a 2021 graduate of Cullman High School, is hoping to shed some light on a subject near and dear to her heart. Standifer came to Cullman in October of 2019 and was placed at Childhaven by Jefferson County DHR...
Married at 17: couple returns to Cullman to celebrate 56 years together
CULLMAN, Ala. - As he walked across the yard to pick her up for the first time, she turned to her aunt and said, “I’m going to marry that man.” Though a bit of a bold statement, it turned out that she was right...
ALEA’s Marine Patrol Division reminds everyone about social distancing, water safety
MONTGOMERY – Because schools, businesses and churches have closed indefinitely in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), more people are spending their free time on Alabama waterways.
Activity on Alabama’s lakes, rivers and other bodies of water typically increases during spring break season, but ALEA’s...
Berkeley Bob’s Coffee House listed in Top 7 Coolest Coffee Shops in Alabama
CULLMAN, Al. - In a recent blog post from Best Things Alabama, Berkeley Bob's Coffee House was listed as one of the “Top 7 Coolest Coffee Shops in Alabama.” The post (https://bestthingsal.com/coffee-shops-cafes/) describes the shop as "a relaxed atmosphere" and mentions that Berkeley Bob’s was...
Hanceville High School student to hold candlelight vigil for local teens injured in car crash
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - “This is not the way we would like to end our summer or start the school year,” Hanceville High School Junior Logan Quick said. Early Thursday morning, four Hanceville teens were injured, two critically, when the car they were in struck...
What’s up on Cherokee Avenue?
Reliance Worldwide’s $19M distribution center rising fast near southwest side industrial parks
CULLMAN, AL. – Local folks are asking, “What is that building rising up in the field off Cherokee Avenue (Alabama Highway 69)?” Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) is currently constructing its new distribution center...
Good Hope Middle School student bests faculty, administration members in Rubik’s cube competition
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The student body of Good Hope Middle
School (GHMS) on Friday got a little break from the regular schedule to gather
outside and watch Bailey Tetro, an eighth grader who has become a prodigy with
the Rubik’s cube, take on two old-schoolers: GHMS...
‘American Pickers’ to film in Alabama
NEW YORK, NY. – “The American Pickers” are excited to announce their return to Alabama! The History Channel’s hit television series is making plans to film episodes throughout the state in February 2022.
“American Pickers” is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of...
Hanceville man arrested for DUI and child porn charges
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A Hanceville man was arrested on Friday, October 1, after Cullman County deputies attempted to locate him for a reported incident.
CCSO deputies were attempting to locate Brian Michael Kuykendall, 33, of Hanceville as a potential suspect for an incident.
While arriving at...
Good Hope City Council: Stash House Properties to open phase one of new bar and grille before June 1
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Stash House Properties LLC is one step closer to opening their bar and grille at the former Cotton Gin. Owners Preston Prewett and Pat “Kat Daddy” Watson were present at the Good Hope City Council meeting Monday night as the...
Appeals Court rejects sentence in Meeks homicide conviction
CULLMAN, Ala. - An Alabama appellate court, in a preliminary statement, upheld the conviction of Brad Meeks, 30, of Bremen, on the charge of criminally negligent homicide in the May 7, 2017, death of Curtis “Curt” James Wilson, 15, of Cullman, but rejected the...
Arrests and incidents reported December 27, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 27, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
December 23
domestic violence; CR 1435receiving stolen property; CR 565assault; CR 616unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
Multiple meth related arrests over Thanksgiving holiday
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office remained busy over Thanksgiving week with approximately half a dozen plus meth-related arrests.
On Sunday, November 28, around 3:00 a.m., CCSO deputies located a suspicious vehicle on the shoulder of Highway 31, south of Cullman.
Joseph Thomas...
Arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 13
trespassing; Hwy. 91
unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
Cullman man charged with animal cruelty
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man was recently arrested and charged with two counts of cruelty to animals. The arrest stemmed from an incident that occurred last month.
Cullman County Animal Control Director Rodney Banister said a call was received for a welfare check on...
Arrests and incidents reported January 24, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 24, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents to report.
Arrests
January 20 – 23
Abbott, Christopher M.; 42
possession of methamphetamine
Bauer, Shelly L.; 41
possession...
Crafty family supplies masks to medical professionals
CULLMAN, Ala. -
Amy Gleaton, a career and technical education teacher at Cullman High School,
is proving how crafty she can be in the face of a crisis. When she heard from a
friend who is a medical professional about an office shortage of masks, she
decided to...
Arrests and incidents reported September 7, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 7, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 2
receiving stolen property; I-65 NB at MM 308domestic violence; CR 1490violation of protection order;...
Multiple arrested across the county on drug-related charges
CULLMAN, Ala. – CCSO deputies went to a residence in the Vinemont area on Thursday, May 12 in an attempt to serve a warrant. Zackary James Lay, 34, was located at the residence. It was determined that Lay also had outstanding warrants and was found to...
CCSO reports multiple arrests including Grand Jury Indictments for murder this week
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Cullman man for multiple Grand Jury Indictments and warrants on Friday, February 25.
Charles Patrick Wayn Burgess, 30, was charged with homicide/capital murder (GJ), murder/domestic violence (GJ), burglary/four counts (GJ) and criminal trespassing...
Arrests and incidents reported March 8, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 8, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 4
domestic violence; CR 1566
unlawful possession of controlled substance; CR 747
theft of...
Cullman’s Jackson Ray earns scholarship to Auburn EAGLES program
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tuesday was a special day for many people at Cullman High School but none more so than Jackson Ray. Ray was joined by friends, family, teachers, coaches and more in Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall Tuesday afternoon to sign a scholarship...
Man arrested in Sunday road rage shooting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a reported road rage incident in the Good Hope area on Sunday, December 5.
The CCSO said the incident resulted in an altercation with a person being shot.
As of Monday morning, Cullman County Deputies arrested...
MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Fairview outpaces West Point in 41-32 shootout to win Cullman County Championship
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – It
was a near-perfect night for football at Dafford Smith Stadium in Fairview
Tuesday night and fans were treated to a high-scoring, competitive showdown
between the Aggies and the West Point Warriors for this year’s Cullman County
Middle School Football Championship. After trading scores for...
Hanceville man arrested on multiple charges on Monday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputies stopped a Hanceville man for a traffic violation on Monday, January 17, which ended with multiple arrest charges.
Wesley Nathaniel Garrett, 40, of Hanceville had multiple warrants and was arrested by CCSO deputies.
His charges included: failure to...
Arrests and incidents reported December 20, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 20, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
December 16
assault; CR 160domestic violence; CR 700domestic violence; CR 831unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession...
Revenue commissioner announces changes for October and in 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Office of Revenue Commission announced big changes coming for Cullman in regard to tags, decals and stickers beginning October 1, 2021.
Revenue Commissioner Barry Willingham said the State of Alabama is making numerous changes in tags for 2022, including truck and...
