Governor Ivey signs six bills, solidifies Alabama as most pro-military state
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed six bills designed to make Alabama even more military-friendly. Those bills include Senate Bills 28, 99, 116, 119, 141 and 167.
“Alabama is the most pro-military state in the nation, and I am proud to put...
Arrests and incidents reported March 8, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 8, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
March 7
harassment; person; Parker Ave. SW
Arrests
March 7
Horton, Jessica M.;...
Cooking up a culinary career
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students who are hungry for a career as a chef or nutritionist in Cullman City Schools have a full menu of study options. The school system offers a food, wellness and dietetics program as part of its expansive career tech programs...
‘I think everybody could learn from him’, Cold Springs Softball inspired by Coach Heath Parker
BREMEN, Ala. -- Having a disability can be tough and you see some people getting teased or laughed at because they can't do things that normal people do. People that have disabilities are inspiring to watch because they teach all of us that life...
Worlds of Work coming to Cullman County April 6-7
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Worlds of Work, a career expo designed for middle and high school students featuring top employers, is coming to Wallace State Community College’s coliseum in Hanceville on April 6-7. The expo will be hosted by North AlabamaWorks, Wallace State Community College,...
Cullman City Council looks forward to busy spring
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening talked about upcoming events around the community both recreational and city services.
Councilman Johnny Cook reminded attendants about the upcoming Cullman Sanitation Department annual spring cleanup March 14-18, 2022. Residents should place bulk items near...
Jessica Denton crowned 2022 Miss West Point Rodeo Queen
WEST POINT, Ala. - The Miss West Point Rodeo Queen was crowned Saturday night at the 38th Annual West Point Band Boosters Rodeo hosted by the Double Creek Rodeo Company and Southern Professional Rodeo Association at the Cullman Agricultural Trade Center. The contestants participated...
Governor Ivey Awards $10 million for volunteer fire department COVID recovery grants
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday awarded $10 million of the State Fiscal Recovery Fund from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to establish COVID recovery grants for volunteer fire departments.
This program is an initiative of Governor Ivey and the Alabama Legislature...
PREP SOCCER: West Point sweeps New Hope on the road
NEW HOPE, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors traveled to New Hope for a pair of varsity matchups Monday night, and they returned home with a pair of wins. Kyli Armstead put together a hat trick and Hope Lee added a...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point handles Holly Pond at home 11-1
WEST POINT, Ala. – With heavy rain moving through the area earlier Monday, the Lady Broncos and Lady Warriors had to move their game to Mike Brown Field at West Point High School Monday night and despite the wet conditions, the Lady Warriors were...
Arrests and incidents reported March 7, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 7, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 3
domestic violence; CR 282
March 4
possession of controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; Wesley Ave....
Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development hosting pair of Career Fairs this month
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development is hosting a pair of career fairs this month.
The Healthcare Career Fair is scheduled for Thursday, March 10 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the William Peinhardt Conference Center at School of...
Don’t be stumped by the 2022 timber market
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – The Alabama timber industry is successfully healing after the COVID-19 pandemic’s temporary crippling of the market two years ago. The virus’s impact on mill capacity rates and lumber prices started in early 2020, and it is still likely to cause...
52 ODES TO JOY: A JOYFUL LONG LIFE
Too Young to Be Seventy—by Judith Viorst*
Deep in my heart I believe I’m
Too young to be seventy.
There are times when I’m wearing my baseball cap and my jeans
That I even can imagine that, glimpsed from the rear, I might be mistaken
For someone who...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1932 and 1933
From the files of 1932:
Willie Willingham, Doctor J.D. Caldwell, Ealie Beard and Howard Griffin were injured, none seriously, in an auto wreck on Thursday morning, near Hartselle.
Mrs. Y.W. Freeman, 72, of Route Four, Cullman, has returned from a visit to the grave of her...
PREP BASEBALL: Folds walks it off to lift Warriors over Scottsboro 10-9
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – West Point traveled to Toyota Field in Huntsville to battle Scottsboro Saturday night and like they already have several times this season, the Warriors walked it off in the final frame to pick up a 10-9 win over the Wildcats. With...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview drops doubleheader with Decatur Heritage
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After topping Hayden on the road 4-0 Thursday, the Fairview Aggies returned home Saturday to host a pair of matchups against Decatur Heritage. Unfortunately for the home crowd, it was Eagles in both games as they rolled past the Aggies 17-4 and 10-0.
Decatur...
PREP BASKETBALL: STATE CHAMPS! Cullman claims 1st state title in school history with 58-50 win over Huffman
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – “There’s no other way to describe it except as a dream come true.”
Bearcat Forward Max Gambrill was nearly speechless following Cullman’s first-ever state championship win but he, along with his teammates managed to find a few words to describe the historic...
Stop the cycle of unhealthy habits during National Nutrition Month
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.— A lack of proper nutrition and physical activity is a major problem in Alabama. In fact, it is recognized as the fourth greatest current health concern facing Alabamians.
Unfortunately, this lack of proper nutrition is not new among residents. The Alabama Department...
Tim and Stephen Donaldson receive 2021 Friend of Extension Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Tim and Stephen Donaldson of Donaldson Farms were awarded the 2021 Epsilon Sigma Phi (ESP) Friend of Extension Award on Thursday evening. The Friend of Extension Award is the highest award given to those outside of Extension by ESP– a...
MLF Anglers meet with local school fishing teams at Cullman High School
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour is making Cullman it’s third stop, with 80 of the world’s best anglers competing on Smith Lake from March 2-7. The anglers launch each day at 7:30 a.m. from the Smith Lake State Park...
PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville edges Locust Fork at home 14-13
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- In the first meeting between Hanceville and Locust Fork, the Hornets won a pitcher's duel at their place, 2-1, but this time, the game took was at Hanceville and it was a high-scoring, back-and-forth battle that the Bulldogs ended up taking...
Arrests and incidents reported March 4, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 4, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
March 3
fraudulent use of credit/debit card; person; miscellaneous chargesthird-degree...
WSCC basketball teams advance to ACCC Tournament championship games; Women’s golf wins WSCC Invite
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Both Wallace State basketball teams have advanced to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Tournament championship game.
The Lady Lions notched a 61-58 overtime victory over Bishop State in the semifinal round on Thursday at Shelton State’s Umphrey Center, and the men later followed...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats set to battle Huffman for 6A State title
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The story of this year’s Cullman Bearcats is one that will be remembered in this community forever, but the final chapter still has to be written. The ‘Cats defeated Park Crossing 71-55 in the 6A State semifinals Wednesday and Saturday they’ll...
Straw bale gardening great alternative to planting a garden
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Farmers and gardeners have been using compost for thousands of years, but that doesn’t mean it always has to be the same old food scraps, pet scat and lawn clippings. Wheat straw bales make great compost—and great planters.
What is straw...
CDC’s COVID-19 Community Levels help determine prevention steps
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 Community Levels (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/covid-by-county.html) is a new tool to help communities decide what prevention steps to take based on the most recent data available. The CDC has released its new community level graphics...
Cullman Regional starts construction on 30-bed expansion
CULLMAN, Ala. – Construction has begun on a 4-story vertical tower expansion at Cullman Regional in Cullman, Alabama. The tower expansion is part of a $30 million overall hospital expansion project being built by Birmingham, Alabama based Doster Construction Company that will significantly increase...
PREP TENNIS: Cullman men, women pick up wins at Oneonta
ONEONTA, Ala. -- Cullman’s varsity boys’ and girls’ tennis teams traveled to Oneonta this afternoon and both squads returned home with wins. The Lady Bearcats swept Oneonta 9-0 and the boys team topped the Redskins 7-2. Both Cullman’s boys’ and girls’ teams improve to 5-3...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont drops home opener against Brewer, Thursday scoring recap
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles played their first game of the season at Mike Cupp Field Thursday night, looking for a win over Brewer. Unfortunately, the Patriots kept the Eagles’ bats in check and Vinemont dropped its home opener 9-1.
Both starters retired the...
Cullman man arrested for computer tampering; total of 21 counts of child pornography
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Tuesday, March 2, the Cullman County Sheiff’s Office arrested 36-year-old Cullman resident Brian Thomas Kongslien on multiple warrants, including a total of 21 counts of child pornography.
Cullman Sheriff Matt Gentry said, “Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Brian Thomas Kongslien...
Arrests and incidents reported March 3, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 3, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
February 28
domestic violence; CR 15theft of property; CR 590domestic violence; CR 1386possession of marijuana; CR...
St. Bernard Abbey marks Ash Wednesday
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Bernard Abbey on Wednesday marked the beginning of the liturgical season of Lent by marking students at St. Bernard Prep School and other attendants with the sign of the cross in ashes on their foreheads. The ashes, a reminder of...
Bonus Pet of the Week: Jump into some fun with Jack!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter has a lot of extra love, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Jack!
According to Ruttkay, Jack is a 1-year-old, medium-energy Golden Retriever mix. He exhibits talent on his leash. He...
Most WSCC Health Science programs open application process for fall 2022
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Most of the Health Science programs at Wallace State Community College began accepting applications from prospective students on March 1 for fall 2022 entry. This application process is used by the college to select students for entry into the programs which...
West Point Band Boosters gear up for the 38th Annual Stars and Stripes Rodeo March 4 – 5
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Band Boosters are presenting their 38th Annual Stars and Stripes Rodeo March 4 - 5 at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center. The gates open at 5:30 p.m. The mutton busting for kids under 6 (or 60...
Cullman Caring for Kids Executive Director Nancy Bryant retires after 20 years of child advocacy service
CULLMAN, Ala. - Executive Director of Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) Nancy Bryant has recently said her goodbyes to the program she helped to build, as she is retiring after more than 20 years with the child advocacy group. She started out as a...
PREP SOCCER: Saints, Lady Saints post 4-0 wins over Fairview
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Bernard Prep School’s varsity Saints claimed a matched set at home Tuesday evening, as the boys’ and girls’ teams each scored 4-0 shutouts over in-county rival Fairview High School.
"Our girls played very well,” said girls’ team coach Will Drake. “We...
CDC’s COVID-19 Community Levels help determine prevention steps
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 Community Levels (www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/covid-by-county.html) is a new tool to help communities decide what prevention steps to take based on the most recent data available. The CDC has released its new community level graphics...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘This is the stuff we dream about’, Cullman advances to 6A State Finals with 71-55 win over Park Crossing
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – For the first time in nearly a century, the Cullman Bearcats were competing in the Final 4 of AHSAA State Basketball Tournament Wednesday and this historic ride for the ‘Cats isn’t over quite yet. Cullman came out shooting to take an...
Arrests and incidents reported March 2, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 2, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
No incidents reported.
Arrests
March 1
Tennihill, Jennifer A.; 35
FTA- switched tagFTA-...
Honor Society Induction held at St. Bernard
CULLMAN, Ala. - Parents, students, faculty and staff gathered in the Abbey Church Thursday, Feb. 24 for a prayer service to celebrate 12 outstanding students as they were inducted into one of the oldest and most prestigious high school programs: The National Honor Society.
During...
PREP SOFTBALL: Arab tops Holly Pond on the road 5-2
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Lady Broncos returned home Tuesday night to take on Arab, but the Lady Knights were able to leave with a 5-2 win. The score was knotted at 2 after five innings but Arab pulled away with three...
PREP BASEBALL: Warriors fall to Hamilton at home 11-2
WEST POINT, Ala. – After starting the week with a 4-3 road win over Athens Monday night, the Warriors returned home Tuesday night to host one of the top teams in 4A. West Point squared off against the Hamilton Aggies and the Warriors had...
Spring tax guide to local CPAs
CULLMAN, Ala. - This tax season, the Tribune spoke with local certified public accountants, enrolled agents and tax preparers on why it is best to pay them a visit to help with tax returns. Seeing a tax preparer may cost a little more than...
Arrests and incidents reported March 1, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 1, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
February 24
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; general...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats ready for Final 4 clash with Park Crossing
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – This season on the hardwood has been one for the history books at Cullman High School. The Bearcats (27-3) are headed to the Final 4 of the AHSAA State Basketball Tournament for the first time in 90 years and they’ve gotten...
Pet of the Week: Make some room for Murphy!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Murphy!
According to Ruttkay, Murphy is a 1-year-old hound mix with a medium-energy disposition. He understands leash protocol, as well as respects personal boundaries. Once his...
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...
Cullman City Council approves airport upgrades, moves forward on recycling center
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening approved multiple measures intended to upgrade and expand facilities at the Cullman Regional Airport. It awarded the bid for construction of a 100-foot by 100-foot corporate hangar to Albertville-based Complete Construction, LLC in the...
Cullman #4 in 2021 Site Selection Magazine Micropolitan rankings
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Tuesday, the 2021 Site Selection Magazine Micropolitan Rankings were released, with Cullman nabbing the #4 spot and claiming a top 10 finish for the eighth consecutive year.
Dale Greer, Cullman Economic Development director, said, “Ranking #4 is a pretty remarkable achievement...
PREP SOFTBALL: Nichols’ walk-off lifts Cold Springs over Fairview 7-6 in extra innings
BREMEN, Ala. – Fairview traveled to Cold Springs High School for a matchup against the Lady Eagles and seven innings weren’t enough to settle things between these local squads. With the score knotted at 4 after seven innings, we went into extras and with...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Warriors down Cullman at home 7-1
WEST POINT, Ala. – Cullman made the quick trip to West Point for a varsity matchup Monday night and the Lady Warriors were able to defend their home field and collect a 7-1 win. Carlie Wilkins got the start and the win for West...
Good Hope City Council establishes new speed zone, passes water pollution Resolution
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second February meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and after having the first readings for a pair of ordinances at their last meeting, the Council officially passed them at tonight’s meeting. The...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School announces 3rd Impact Award winner
Cullman, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School is happy to announce the recipient of the 2022 Impact Award, Mrs. Martha Blanton. Mrs. Blanton’s investment in her students while they were in her classroom and throughout their lives has proven to make a significant impact...
Arrests and incidents reported February 28, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 28, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
February 24
possession of controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; resisting arrest; CR 747criminal mischief; CR...
2022 Miss Southerner and Fair Queen Representative pageants held at CHS Saturday evening
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School hosted the 2022 Miss Southerner and Fair Queen Representative Pageant Saturday evening in the Cullman High School Gym. The Fair Queen contestants were Kathryn Dueland, Ashton Henderson and Carrie Betts. The Fair Queen Representative contestants completed interviews with...
Governor Ivey signs House Bill 82, supporting Alabama small businesses
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday signed House Bill 82, the Small Business Relief and Revitalization Act of 2022 sponsored by Rep. Danny Garrett (R – HD44), into law providing immediate tax relief for Alabama small businesses.
“Small businesses are the pillars of our...
CCSO assists in car chase through multiple counties
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to a public statement by the Morgan County Sheriff's Office, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Deputies assisted a Falkville Police Officer on a traffic stop when the vehicle failed to yield to lights and sirens, and attempted to elude.
The pursuit traveled...
Friends of the Library sees success with first Books and Brews event at Goat Island Brewing
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County held its first Books and Brews event at Goat Island Brewing Wednesday evening. The book sale featured a wide selection of books donated to the Cullman County libraries. The event was even...
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...
52 ODES TO JOY: THE FOUR GARDENS to GROW JOY
AN ODE TO GARDEN JOY
A book and a glass of wine in a garden is all I need;
A sip, the sunshine, some slumber and a read.
All the planting and watering was hard work, indeed.
Now a relaxing reward—WAIT! Is that...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1902:
The old building on the corner of Second Avenue and Fourth Street East is now being removed preparatory to the erection of a large brick bank by a company of gentleman who will “incorporate” with a capital stock of $25,000.
Mr. and Mrs. J. Mackentepe...
PREP SOCCER: West Point Warriors, Lady Warriors pick up wins at Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors traveled to Fairview Saturday for a pair of varsity matchups and both West Point squads returned home with a pair of wins. In the girls’ game, Kyli Armstead led the way for the Lady...
Pet of the Week: Share a smile with Salvatore!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Salvatore!
According to Ruttkay, Salvatore is an approximately 3-4-year-old Corgi mix. He is a medium-energy little guy who practices his great special awareness through his solid...
CCSO looking to instill positivity, trust in regard to law enforcement through education
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office was able to increase the size of their force on Thursday through a group of deputies not quite four-feet tall.
Sheriff Matt Gentry swore in 5-year-old Silas Adams as a Deputy Sheriff at Sacred Heart School.
Silas recently...
Moss Service Funeral Home welcomes new therapy dog Milo
CULLMAN, Ala. - Moss Service Funeral Home welcomed its newest member of the staff, Milo who received a certificate for completion of his training Thursday evening. Milo is a 1-year-old Bernese Mountain dog/poodle mix or a “Bernedoodle.”
His trainer Funeral Director Dawn Holmes said, “He...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point splits day 1 matchups at Decatur Invitational
DECATUR, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors hit the road Friday to compete at this year’s Decatur Invitational and split their pool play matchups on day one. Carlie Wilkins put together four perfect innings in the Lady Warriors’ 3-0 win over Randolph but...
Wallace State Sonography students encourage healthy hearts
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students in Wallace State Community College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography program spent Valentine’s Day spreading the word about the importance of being aware of heart health.
The Sonography program at Wallace State offers as one of its degree options a specialization in Cardiovascular...
Arrests and incidents reported February 25, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 25, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
February 23
February 24
Arrests
February 24
Fowler, Dawson C.; 21
third-degree theft of...
Hanceville’s Abigail Long named Head Majorette at Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Working hard towards your goal is always important. It doesn't matter if you are looking to start your own business one day, or if you are looking to continue your athletic or academic career after high school. You always have to...
Wallace State’s free short-term training programs hosting new bootcamp on March 4
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Adult Education Department and the Center for Career and Workforce Development are hosting a new bootcamp orientation for the next round of free training in the following campus programs: certified nursing assistant, culinary arts, diesel technology, phlebotomy and welding....
Cullman celebrates 34 years as Tree City USA
CULLMAN, Ala. - “This is a fun one!” Those were Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs’ words as he prepared to open the 2022 Tree City Dedication/Arbor Week Celebration ceremony held Thursday, February 24, inside the City Hall auditorium.
ARBOR WEEK CELEBRATION
The ceremony began with Mayor Jacobs...
CDC revises optimal interval for some individuals to receive second COVID-19 mRNA vaccine
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - After a thorough evaluation of the latest safety and effectiveness data and evidence from hundreds of millions of COVID-19 vaccines safely administered in the United States and the billions of vaccines administered in other countries, the Centers for Disease Control and...
PREP BASEBALL: Simmons’ walk-off lifts West Point over Sardis 3-2
WEST POINT, Ala. -- After splitting their first two games of the season, the West Point Warriors returned home on Thursday night to take on the Sardis Lions in their home opener. It was a pitcher's duel for the entire game, but West Point...
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Cats collect 2-0 win over Madison Academy
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats were back at Bill Shelton Field Thursday night to host a varsity matchup against Madison Academy and Kaleb Heatherly tossed six shutout innings to help the ‘Cats collect a 2-0 win over the Mustangs. Heatherly got the start...
Arrests and incidents reported February 24, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 24, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
February 22
domestic violence; criminal mischief; CR 384domestic violence; CR 233theft of property; CR 1246domestic violence;...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman’s Winfrey signs with Wallace State
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall was packed with friends, family, teammates and coaches Thursday afternoon to help a Bearcat standout celebrate the next step of their athletic career. Lady Bearcats senior Jaden Winfrey signed her letter of intent to play for...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview’s Martin signs with Jacksonville State
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview High School library was full of friends, family, coaches and teammates Thursday to help celebrate a big moment in one Aggie’s athletic career. Parker Martin accepted an offer as a preferred walk-on at Jacksonville State and has now officially...
West Point Town Council grants funds to Scholars’ Bowl Team
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School’s Scholars’ Bowl Team were in attendance at the West Point Town Council meeting Monday evening to present a breakdown of the costs for their season expenses and national trips, asking the council for any funding they...
Alabama Farm Credit holds grand opening for new corporate headquarters in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Farm Credit held its grand opening event Tuesday morning at 300 2nd Ave SW for its new corporate headquarters. The event was attended by members of the city council, county commissioners, the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce and Mayor Woody...
Economic development leaders give industry and workforce updates at Industry Appreciation Night
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Industry Appreciation Night took place Tuesday at the Terri Pines County Club featuring the many industries in Cullman who got a chance to mingle and network with their supporting industry partners. Guest speakers congratulated the growing industry in Cullman. Presenting...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 2 Good Hope falls to No. 1 Deshler 46-38 in NW Regional Finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Lady Raiders were back in the Northwest Regional Championship Game Wednesday for the second straight season, looking to improve on last year’s run and earn a trip to Birmingham. Unfortunately for the hometown crowd, the second-ranked Lady Raiders...
Arrests and incidents reported February 23, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 23, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
February 20
first-degree theft of property; first-degree criminal mischief; Alabama...
Cullman City Schools dismissing at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 2 for basketball Final 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School varsity basketball team has made it to the Alabama High Schools Sports Association of Alabama (AHSAA) Final 4 for the first time in 90 years — and thanks to an early dismissal on game day next week...
Cullman Regional adds new MRI and CT technology
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional will be able to offer patients and physicians better imaging technology with the recent addition of a 128-slice GE Revolution EVO CT and a GE Discovery MR750w 3.0T MRI. Not only do these new technologies produce better images, but...
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...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman pulls away to top Scottsboro 75-58 and advance to 1st Final 4 in 90 years
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – It’s been nearly a century since their last trip, but after pulling away to beat Scottsboro 75-58 in Tuesday’s Northwest Regional Finals, the Cullman Bearcats are headed to the Final 4. The Wildcats led by five at halftime, but the depth...
Cullman Community Theater presents ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ at Stone Bridge
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Theater presented their production of Joseph Kesselring’s 1941 play “Arsenic and Old Lace” this weekend. The plot was inspired by true events that took place in in the early 1900s. Amy Archer-Gilligan opened a boarding house in 1907...
Arrests and incidents reported February 22, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 22, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
February 17
criminal mischief; Beech Ave. SEpossession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 91theft of...
Gov. Ivey awards grant to bring new jobs, improve traffic in South Vinemont
MONTGOMERY, Ala— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $300,000 grant to help provide new jobs in the town of South Vinemont while also improving traffic safety.
The Community Development Block Grant funds will be used to construct a northbound turning lane off High School Road...
Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday begins Friday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - With seemingly constant threats of inclement weather, no matter the season, residents will be able to participate in the state’s annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday to better prepare.
According to the Alabama Department of Revenue, the sales tax holiday begins...
Family of April Williams creates memorial fund to assist people in need seeking employment
CULLMAN, Ala. - Executive Director of Flourish of Cullman Inc. Melissa Dew and her family have created a memorial fund for April Williams who passed away on May 14, 2021. Dew’s sister April was one of the motivations behind the creation of Flourish in...
Arrests and incidents reported February 21, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 21, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
February 18
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW;...
STEM career tech classroom coming to Cullman City Schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools’ career tech efforts are getting a major boost this year, as the system has been awarded a $189,00 grant from the Alabama State Department of Education. The grant will support Cullman City Schools Career Technical Education projects as...
PREP BASKETBALL: Meek falls to No. 4 Covenant Christian in NW Regional semifinal 62-34
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After falling in the Sub-Regional last season, the Meek Tigers have played their way back to the Northwest Regional and they hit the hardwood at Tom Drake Coliseum Monday morning to take on No. 4 Covenant Christian. The Tigers overcame a...
ALGOP takes on education issues at its winter meeting
BIRMINGHAM Ala.- Members of the Alabama Republican Party Executive Committee (ALGOP SEC) approved a trio of resolutions pertaining to education during the Party's winter meeting in Birmingham this past weekend.
"Education has always been a priority for the Republican Party. We must protect our children...
Growers permit cuts costs for farmers
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Alabama is home to more than 170 farmers markets, which thousands of farmers rely on to sell produce that they pour their blood, sweat and tears into growing. The Alabama Farmers Market Authority (FMA) is the governing body of these markets. To...
Financial relief will soon be available to assist Alabama landowners adversely affected by the non-native, invasive noxious weed, cogongrass
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Administered by the Alabama Forestry Commission, the Cogongrass Mitigation Program is made possible through a grant from the USDA Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Plant Protection & Quarantine (PPQ). The goals of this program are to reduce the number...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point dominates Warrior Battle Tournament
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors opened their season by hosting the Warrior Battle Tournament this weekend and they’re already off to a 4-0 start. West Point handled Good Hope in its first game of the season to get the tournament...
