Arrests and incidents reported December 23, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 23, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
December 20
domestic violence; CR 463criminal mischief; CR 1856theft of property; CR 1512unlawful breaking entering motor...
Two robbery suspects arrested in Dodge City
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies arrested two females following a 911 call reporting a robbery Wednesday night.
On December 22, at approximately 6:50 p.m., two females entered the Bugtussle Dollar General. Shortly after, the females held the clerk at gunpoint, took the money...
New Cullman drive-in theater debuts with classic Christmas films
CULLMAN, Ala. - Throwback Outdoor Cinema is a new drive-in theater that opened in Cullman the first weekend in December. Brandi and Seth Powell, of Cullman, started the theater showing Christmas films at the Cullman County Fairgrounds. Seth and Brandi began the theater with...
Godbee family fulfills father’s love of service through Mandate of Giving
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tom Godbee, age 57, of Arley, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021, in Birmingham, Alabama. He was born on September 1, 1964, in Cullman, Alabama to Jack and Hazel Godbee. Tom experienced lung complications due to Covid that began just...
Dreher’s hosting Christmas Eve Bubbly Brunch and New Year’s Eve Party
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dreher’s Cocktail Bar and Restaurant will be celebrating Christmas Eve with their new Christmas Eve Bubbly Brunch on Friday, Dec. 24. Tickets are $60 per person with a $25 deposit required (deposit goes towards the total ticket price). Tickets can be...
Arrests and incidents reported December 22, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 22, 2021. 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
December 20
first-degree forgery; Cullman Discount Pharmacy; 2nd Ave. SW;...
Cullman Regional welcomes Family Care Physician John Morgan, MD to medical group
Cullman, Ala. — Cullman Regional is pleased to welcome board-certified family care physician John Morgan, MD to the Cullman Regional Medical Group. Dr. Morgan received his medical degree the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham and completed his residency at the Family...
Good Hope falls to Demopolis in Wallace State Christmas Classic
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Raiders were back in action at Tom Drake Coliseum Wednesday afternoon as they took on the Demopolis Tigers in the Wallace State Christmas Classic. Good Hope looked to make it three straight wins against the Tigers, but Demopolis had other...
City leaders answer questions, dispel rumors regarding Terri Pines acquisition
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council recently announced that the city would be taking over the grounds at Terri Pines, including its golf course and swimming pool, amongst others. Shortly after announcing that the McGriff family was relinquishing the property to the City...
Two arrested on drug-related charges over the weekend following served warrants
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies went to a residence on County Road 463 on Friday, December 19, to serve Felony warrants to an individual believed to be at the residence.
Tony Lee Waldrop, 62, of Cullman was located at the residence.
While there,...
Helicon Volunteer Fire Department holds Ribbon Cutting for new ALS equipment
ARLEY, Ala. - The Helicon Volunteer Fire Department recently received grant funding for new Advanced Life Saving (ALS) equipment. Chief Neil Feist and Assistant Chief Greg Ackley applied for grants with the help of State Representative Tim Wadsworth and economic developer Dr. Nicole Jones....
Berlin Town Council: clerk will be full-time, road improvements sought
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening marked the next step in the growth of the municipality by bringing Town Clerk Keirstyn Montgomery on board full-time, starting Jan. 1, 2022. Montgomery will work a Tuesday-Saturday schedule during the market season, since...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders take county matchups over West Point
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors traveled to Good Hope for a pair of county matchups Tuesday night, but they were sent home with a pair of losses by the Raiders and Lady Raiders. Good Hope took the varsity...
Attorney General Steve Marshall files lawsuit to block Biden vaccine and mask mandates for Head Start employees and students
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall filed a lawsuit Tuesday to block the Biden administration’s Head Start mandate for program employees to vaccinate against COVID, and for pre-school pupils to wear face masks, or risk all federal funding.
Two of Alabama’s state agencies—the Alabama Department of...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats down Demopolis 54-33; improve to 12-0
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats hit the floor at Tom Drake Coliseum Tuesday afternoon to compete in this year’s Wallace State Christmas Classic and their first foe was the Demopolis Tigers. The ‘Cats were relentless on the defensive end of the floor and...
Kenneth Gamble, first Wallace State CDL graduate to use wheelchair, earns full-time job driving across U.S.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Kenneth Gamble became the first graduate to utilize a wheelchair from Wallace State Community College’s Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program in 2020.
Gamble is now employed with Jimbo and Company Transport, a family-owned and operated company based in Indiana. Jimbo and Company...
West Point Council approves one-time pay adjustment for town clerk and Parks director
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council had only a couple of items on their agenda for their Monday night meeting. The council discussed the success of the town community meal that took place Saturday, December 11 at West Point Baptist Church....
Arrests and incidents reported December 21, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 21, 2021. 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
December 19
first-degree theft of property; person; Hwy. 157; tools;...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point sweeps varsity matchups with Vinemont
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point hosted Vinemont in a pair of county games Monday night and both Warriors teams were able to pick up wins over the Eagles. The Lady Warriors rolled past the Lady Eagles 77-53 while the Warriors held off a...
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...
The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament holds Christmas Open House event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, home to Our Lady of the Angels Monastery, held its Christmas open house all day Saturday, Dec. 18. The grounds were decorated with Christmas lights, and a huge Christmas tree was fully decorated in...
The City of Cullman celebrates German roots with Christkindlmarkt Dec. 17-18
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman hosted its first German-themed Christkindlmarkt (Christmas market) on Friday, sponsored by the Town of Cullman. The German theme is an homage to Cullman’s German heritage, much like the Weihnachtspyramide, which has been assembled and displayed next to the Cullman County...
She Reads: ‘Me Before You’ by Jojo Moyes
There are some novels that we return to after a while; books that resume their places in our hearts as we turn their pages once more. Some stories gain new meaning with a reread, and I believe that to be exactly the type of...
‘It’s given me a lot of joy’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman native Taylor LeShea Allen started her business Crew Collective Co. in October 2021 after the loss of her baby boy Crew, who was born with chromosomal disease Trisomy 18.
Allen began her woodworking business as an outlet for her grief. The...
365 AMERICAN JOY-GIVERS for 2021: The Creating Joy Birthday Party
“Where flowers bloom, so does hope.” These words, spoken by U.S. First Lady Lady Bird Johnson, inspire all to create joy and cultivate optimism across America. It is the triumphant, joy-creating message of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin, Texas where we...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1920 and 1936:
From the files of 1920:
Apple pickers are busy now in the Mellon Orchards near Anniston. Three thousand trees on 35 acres are expected to produce 24 bushels on average to each tree.
Mr. Thomas J. Culpepper died at his home, three miles west of Cullman,...
MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Fairview Aggies, Lady Aggies win county tournament titles
VINEMONT, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Middle School Basketball Tournament concluded with a pair of championship games at Vinemont High School Saturday afternoon and Fairview went home with a pair of county titles. The Lady Aggies downed Cold Springs 36-32 to win their...
Vinemont Elementary welcomes new holiday tradition—a Christmas Tree Trail!
VINEMONT, Ala. - This Christmas season, Vinemont Elementary School (VES) has announced a new tradition. The brand-new holiday project, the VES Christmas Tree Trail, is now located directly in front of the elementary school and features at least eight Christmas trees that have been...
Pet of the Week: Enjoy the Christmas lights with Louie!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Louie!
According to Ruttkay, Louie is a 1.5-2-year-old Shepherd/Collie mix. This medium energy dude loves spending time with his people, is smart and has a humble...
Over 800 seniors pack out Stonebridge Farms for annual Christmas party
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Senior Center held its Christmas party at Stonebridge Farms Friday for the first time in two years. The performing band was “Behind the Times.” The room was packed with over 800 seniors and community officials. The Stonebridge staff...
Devil Dawgs and Daystar Church bring 500 meals to Mayfield, Kentucky
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Devil Dawgs Concessions Inc. partnered with Daystar Church of Good Hope to bring 500 meals to tornado victims in Mayfield, Kentucky. Devil Dawgs is a veteran owned, self-contained mobile food service which serves high quality concession food like hot dogs,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Aggies, Lady Aggies earn county wins at Cold Springs
BREMEN, Ala. – The Aggies and Lady Aggies of Fairview made the trip to Bremen for a pair of varsity matchups with Cold Springs Friday night and the purple and gold returned home with a pair of wins. The Lady Aggies rallied to win...
Arrests and incidents reported December 17, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 17, 2021. 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
December 15
third-degree theft of property; person; debit cardidentity theft;...
Dental Arts wins Cullman Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Chamber of Commerce presented this month’s Small Business of the Month Award to Dental Arts.
Dental Arts has sponsored events held by the Chamber and they provide services to customers who may not be given treatment in a larger city....
West Elementary students help spread love of reading with donation to the Imagination Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary’s sixth graders on Thursday presented a donation to the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County. Vice President of the Friends, Oakleigh Calahan, accepted the check on behalf of the organization.
In the spirit of giving, the students raised...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Men’s basketball maintains 10-1 record heading into break, Lady Lions have 3 December games remaining
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s men’s basketball team has wrapped up its December portion of the schedule and is off until Jan. 4, while the Lady Lions have three more games remaining before the new year.
Wallace State’s men maintain a 10-1 record this season with a...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Warriors best Lawrence County 66-47 in area opener
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors returned home to Jim Boyd Gymnasium Thursday night to open area play against Lawrence County and collected their first area win of the season. West Point led the Lady Red Devils by just 12 at...
New principal named at Holly Pond High School
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Thursday approved the hiring of Dr. Janet Turner to be the new principal of Holly Pond High School. Dr. Turner has worked in education for 24 years and specializes in data, school reform...
Cullman Electric Co-op HUG program assists neighbors in need
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative’s Home Utility Gift (HUG) allows participants to help other’s by paying their Cullman EC bill. The HUG program was started in the 2007 holiday season, but HUG payments became popular year-round as a method to assist others who...
Vinemont writer Hallie Christensen now a published author
VINEMONT, Ala. – A Vinemont native’s middle-grade novel was recently published through Sweetwater Books. Her book, “Enchanted Misadventures with Great-Aunt Poppy,” released Oct. 12, is available for purchase now on Amazon.
Hallie Christensen grew up in Cullman County surrounded by professional storytellers--her family.
She received her...
Gov. Ivey awards more than $9.5 million to assist victims of crime in Alabama; more than $313,166 to Cullman
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded 25 grants totaling more than $9.5 million to help victims of crime across Alabama.
The organizations receiving funding offer a variety of services that support victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse and other...
Vinemont Town Council approved block grant for Community Development
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held a public hearing Tuesday evening to discuss the application for a Community Development block grant. The grant is for the construction of an unnamed business which will be located on the high school road and generate...
Sheriff’s Rodeo features sold out crowds
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2021 Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo was an overwhelming success.
The rodeo had sold out crowds on both Friday and Saturday nights, according to Sheriff Matt Gentry.
“The venue was at full capacity each night with ‘standing room only,’”...
Joseph Hayden, of Cullman, receives honorary precision machining degree from Wallace State Community College
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Joseph Hayden, of Cullman, recently received an honorary associate degree in precision machining from Wallace State Community College.
Hayden, who will turn 92 on Christmas Eve, was among the foremost machinists in the world, contributing significantly to the aerospace industry over multiple...
Multiple arrests following traffic stop in Jones Chapel
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation in the Jones Chapel community on December 12.
John Coy Denney, 52, of Holly Pond, and Carrie Bridget Pelham Pate, 36, of Cullman, were passengers in the vehicle.
Deputies located illegal...
United Way looking for community assistance in annual fund distribution process
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County would like to invite members of the community to participate in the upcoming fund distribution process. This annual review of funding requests is open to Cullman County residents who want to help with the evaluation process.
“United...
Arrests and incidents reported December 15, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 15, 2021. 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
December 13
third-degree burglary; person; 2nd Ave. NW; miscellaneous; $1,350theft...
Warrior Way Market braves the rain at West Point High School Gymnasium Saturday
WEST POINT, Ala. - The Warrior Way Market made its way to the West Point High School Gymnasium Saturday, Dec. 11. Organized by the mother/daughter team of Whitney Williams and Brandie Thrasher.
Williams explained, “So all of our vendors were charged a fee and that...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 6 Hanceville downs Oneonta 64-62 in OT, Lady Bulldogs fall 55-38
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs returned home to Lane Horton Gymnasium Tuesday night for a pair of big area matchups against Oneonta and four quarters weren’t enough to settle things between the Bulldogs and the Redskins. Hanceville and Oneonta went to overtime in...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 9 Cullman handles Carver Birmingham 65-42 to remain unbeaten
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ninth-ranked Cullman Bearcats returned home to host Carver Birmingham at Cullman High School Tuesday night and the ‘Cats built a 19-point lead at halftime before eventually pulling away to top the Rams 65-42 and improve to 8-0.
Tucker Cagle scored the...
Arrests and incidents reported December 14, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 14, 2021. 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
December 13
unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; third-degree criminal mischief;...
Wallace State signs articulation agreement with Athens State for Advanced Manufacturing Management, Logistics & Supply Chain Management degrees
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A new partnership between Athens State University and Wallace State Community College will make it easier for individuals to pursue high-demand, high-paying jobs in Advanced Manufacturing Management and Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
“We are very proud of and have valued our...
Cold Springs High School student arrested for terrorist threat
BREMEN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Cold Springs High School student on Friday for making a terrorist threat.
Carmel Anthony Messina, 18, of Bremen, was arrested at Cold Springs High School.
The arrest stemmed from a threat made by Messina on Thursday, December...
RECLASSIFICATION: AHSAA releases new fall classifications; Addison, Holly Pond on the move
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) released its reclassification numbers for the 2022-23 and 2023-24 school years Tuesday morning and there are a pair of local schools making a move. Holly Pond High School and Addison High School are each...
Kids Loving Kids serves over 1000 families in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kids Loving Kids held three giveaways over the weekend at Meek Baptist Church in Arley, Spirit Life Church in Cullman and Worship Life Church in Jasper. The organization received donations from several new donors this year. The group received a grant...
Cullman Elks Lodge collecting donations for Kentucky disaster relief
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Elks Lodge is currently accepting donations of items, as well as monetary donations for their disaster relief fund directed towards the tornado victims in Kentucky. R.E. Garrison Trucking has already donated an 18-wheeler and driver to transport the donated...
Cullman announces designer for skateboard park, plans for water park continue to grow
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening announced plans for a skateboard park to be built adjacent to Depot Park downtown. California-based Spohn Ranch Inc. was named as the designer for the park.
On its website, Spohn Ranch boasts “three decades of...
Good Hope City Council recognizes local teams, awards road contract
Good Hope’s City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and tackled a new list of agenda items after approving the minutes and finances of last month’s meeting. One of the first things Mayor Jerry Bartlett and the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope collects big road wins at Holly Pond
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Good Hope hit the road to take on Holly Pond in some Monday night hoops action and both the Raiders and Lady Raiders returned home with impressive wins. The Lady Raiders put on a defensive show to handle the Lady...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison splits varsity matchups against Danville
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the 3A Danville Hawks for a pair of varsity games at Allen Stephenson Gym on Monday night and came away with a split decision. The Lady Dawgs overwhelmed the young Lady Hawks 66-38 to improve to 7-3 but the men lost a...
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...
‘Cullman is our home:’ Nathan Anderson returning as CPRST director
CULLMAN, Ala. – A familiar face is returning to the Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism offices. Nathan Anderson is stepping into his former role as CPRST Executive Director, and he and his family are happy to be coming home. Anderson stepped down from...
Arrests and incidents reported December 13, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 13, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
December 9
harassment; CR 613assault; CR 715unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
The Child Advocacy Center of Cullman Inc. receives $234,477 from ADECA grant
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $4.8 million to help provide services to child victims of abuse, neglect and sexual assault, as well as provide training and resources to local law enforcement and nonprofit agencies.
The grants will help many nonprofit...
Cullman Ballet Theatre School performs holiday classic ‘The Nutcracker’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Ballet Theatre School presented its first full production of “The Nutcracker,” where all performances quickly sold out. There were two different casts that gave performances. Cast A performed on Dec. 3 and 11, while Cast B performed on Dec....
She Reads: ‘Of Women and Salt’ by Gabriela Garcia
“Of Women and Salt” by Gabriela Garcia, follows Jeanette, a young woman who is battling addiction and in search of the deeply hidden truths about her family's history. Her desperate quest for answers takes her from Florida to Cuba, Cuba to Mexico, and even...
365 AMERICAN JOY-GIVERS for 2021: The Starry Starry Night Birthday Party
“Starry Starry Night” by Vincent van Gogh, one of the most joy-giving paintings in the history of art, is a major crowd-pleaser at MOMA (Museum of Modern Art, NYC). Hold on, mama, MOMA is our destination for “The Starry Starry Night Birthday Party.”
Mr. van...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1950:
Lionel Bennefield, of Joppa, had been improving in a Birmingham hospital. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Desser Bennefield could not be reached on Friday night, when his condition worsened. The undertaker delivered his body to the Joppa home and it was the first news...
Eagle Awareness Weekends in Guntersville planned for January and February
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. – Lake Guntersville State Park will host its popular Eagle Awareness Weekends starting in January 2022, through February 2022.
The events will feature live bird demonstrations, programs delivered by notable speakers and guided field trips to view eagles in their natural habitat.
The Eagle...
Pet of the Week: Take a joyride with Maggie Mae!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Maggie Mae is a 2.75-3-year-old Shepherd/terrier mix. She is medium energy, a joyful gal who succeeds in the company of her people. She demonstrates good manners...
Dreher’s plays host to Chamber event ‘Burgers and Brews’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Chamber of Commerce held its Burgers and Brews event at local Dreher’s Cocktail Bar & Restaurant Monday evening. While the $30 tickets were exclusive to Chamber members, this event was built around the idea of bringing people together for...
Schools across the city and county begin to announce spelling bee winners
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Across Cullman County, annual spelling bee competitions have been taking place within schools. As the winners have been announced, all students have beamed with pride across each and every photo displaying their proof of hard work to the community.
At Cullman...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Warriors edge Fairview 45-44 in 2OT, Aggies pull away to down West Point 55-42
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors traveled to Fairview for a pair of varsity matchups Friday night and both games were heated battles between the county rivals. It took a pair of overtimes, but the Lady Warriors topped the Lady...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont rallies to top East Lawrence 54-50 in OT, Eagles collect 1st win of season 56-42
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles and Lady Eagles hosted East Lawrence for a pair of area matchups Friday night and the Lady Eagles took the first contest in dramatic fashion. After falling behind early and trailing for all of regulation, Vinemont was able...
Arrests and incidents reported December 10, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 10, 2021. 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
December 9
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; toy;...
Guest Editorial: Finding inspiration in Cullman’s music scene
CULLMAN, Ala. - Whether on warm summer evenings or brisk winter nights, people head into local venues to shake off the work week and hear some music. Cullman has a variety of spots to relax, like Moe's, Grumpy's or The Tavern and is adding...
Pet adoptions during the holidays—the pros and cons
CULLMAN, Ala. – Gifting adopted pets for Christmas can often be a wonderful and creative idea for the holidays. However, though some people would be excited to receive a pet for Christmas, others may be unprepared. Some adoption shelters are of the opinion that...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office thanks this weekend’s Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo sponsors at Sponsorship Dinner Tuesday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2021 Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Rodeo Sponsorship Dinner took place Tuesday night at Brick Haven Venue. This dinner honors the sponsors of the Sheriff’s Office Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo. Deputy Chad Whaley welcomed the sponsors, saying, “I’m so proud to...
Arrests and incidents reported December 9, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 9, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
December 6
unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 222domestic violence; Hwy. 69...
It’s a bird, it’s a plane… it’s a paper airplane
CULLMAN, Ala. - What better way to learn about birds than by exploring how they take flight? That was the focus of a recent East Elementary School project, as fourth grade teacher Jada Mitchell tasked her students with creating paper airplanes to spread their...
PREP BASKETBALL: 5 local squads ranked in 1st ASWA poll
CULLMAN, Ala. – This season’s first Alabama Sports Writers Association poll is out, and five local teams earned a spot in the rankings. On the girls’ side, the Good Hope Lady Raiders (7-2) are ranked second in Class 4A, The Fairview Lady Aggies (9-0)...
Seven Wallace State Community College students named recipients of Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association (AAMA) scholarship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College has seven students who have earned the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Associations (AAMA) scholarship through a partnership with the Alabama Community College System (ACCS).
The scholarships are awarded to students pursuing a technical education certificate or associate degree in...
Meek High School receives Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Lighthouse Award
ARLEY, Ala. - Meek High School has been officially recognized as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. The school was presented with a 2020 Blue Ribbon Lighthouse Award on Dec. 3 at the Blue Ribbon School awards located at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort in...
Making the highway safer
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama’s interstate highways are known to be among the busiest thoroughfares in the nation for human trafficking, but a coalition including the Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force is taking a direct approach to making change. Members of the local task...
Arrests and incidents reported December 8, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 8, 2021. 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
December 7
fourth-degree theft of property; third-degree criminal trespass; Wal-Mart;...
Baileyton Town Council discusses senior center funding concerns
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton Town Council, on Monday evening, in old business, looked at a sample sign provided by Ron Gither with LED Best Signs Distributors to consider for installation. The 50x76” sign will cost about $13,000.
Benny Guthrie proposed that the senior center...
Holly Pond says farewell to Town Clerk Linda Pope
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday evening said an official farewell to long-time Town Clerk Linda Pope, who has retired after serving the east Cullman County municipality for over four decades. In announcing the vacating of the position, Mayor...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Aggies top Guntersville 49-48 in OT, Aggies fall to Wildcats 66-45
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview tipped off area play at home Tuesday night as they hosted Guntersville in a pair of huge games. In a classic back-and-forth contest between both teams, the Lady Aggies ended up taking their game over Guntersville in overtime 49-48 while the fourth...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison drops area matchups to Winston County
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted their archrival Winston County High School Yellow Jackets on a brisk Tuesday evening at Allen Stephenson Gym. The Jackets were not good guests as they swept a pair of area matchups from the Bulldogs. The Lady Bulldogs dropped the first contest of...
Susan Moore hosting inaugural Christmas parade Dec. 11
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. - The town of Susan Moore in Blount County is holding its first ever Christmas Parade and Festival. The festival will begin at 10:00 a.m., with the parade beginning at 12:00 p.m. The world-famous Oscar Mayer Weinermobile will join the parade,...
Arrests and incidents reported December 7, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 7, 2021. 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
December 6
third-degree theft of property; 2nd Ave. SW; phone;...
St. Bernard ’30 Days of Thanks and Giving’ fundraiser exceeds $25,000 goal
CULLMAN, Ala. – “Thirty Days of Thanks and Giving” --a seasonal online campaign that celebrates St. Bernard--has exceeded its goal of $25,000 under the leadership of Director of Development Tyler Hooper, (PS’07). Each day in November leading up to Giving Tuesday, Hooper celebrated St....
Harris family organizes memorial fund for Marc Harris
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Fishing 4 a Cure 4 ALS LLC 501c3 is a nonprofit organization began by the Harris family in honor of Danny Harris, who is battling ALS. The group hosts several fundraisers throughout the year with their main one being the...
Berlin Volunteer Fire Department Pancake Breakfast With Santa fundraiser thanks sponsors for successful turnout
BERLIIN, Ala. - The Berlin Volunteer Fire Department held a Pancake Breakfast with Santa fundraiser on Saturday. The event took place from 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. with a drive thru and walk-in option for pick up.
“We are doing this for the less fortunate...
Kids Loving Kids in need of Christmas donations
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local nonprofit organization Kids Loving Kids, founded by Pam Dodd, is in need of 85 dolls for giveaways on December 11 in Winston, Cullman and Walker counties. The organization also needs any baby and toddler items like baby blankets, diapers, rattles,...
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...
Arley Senior Center Christmas party taking place Dec. 6
ARLEY, Ala. - The Arley Senior Center will be holding a bingo, potluck and silent auction Christmas party at the Arley Fire Department on Dec. 6 from 5-8:30 p.m. There will be prizes for bingo, as well as desserts provided by the center. This...
Wallace State hosting Christmas Spectacular December 9
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — If you need a little Christmas, the Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts programs will provide some holiday spirit during its annual Christmas Spectacular on Thursday, Dec. 9. The 7:00 p.m. concert in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre inside the Gudger...
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...
Holly Pond hosts ribbon cutting for new Pine Grove Trading Co. location
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Pine Grove Trading Co. has a true desire to make a house feel like a home, a sentiment the mother/daughter duo store owners share.
Donna Cain and daughter Mallory Arrington have been in business in Holly Pond since 2017, but decided...
