Mother Angelica Passes on Easter Sunday
Faith is what gets you started. Hope is what keeps you going. Love is what brings you to the end."
Mother Angelica
HANCEVILLE - The Catholic Church as well as many others are mourning today the loss of Mother Mary Angelica of the Annunciation, foundress of...
Obituary: Charles Lee Martin
Graveside services for Charles Lee Martin, 81, are Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019 at 4 p.m. at Roswell Creek Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Rick and Kim Williams officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home directing.
AL Rep. Fred Plump charged with conspiracy and obstruction, agrees to resign
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Alabama Rep. Fred L. Plump Jr., D-Fairfield, has been charged with conspiracy and obstruction of justice and has agreed to resign from the Alabama House of Representatives, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona, Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent in Charge...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont topples Oakman on the road 20-7
OAKMAN, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles were back on the road Friday night for big regional game at Oakman and the Eagles put together an impressive defensive performance to return home with a massive, 20-7 win over the Wildcats.
After a scoreless first quarter, Vinemont...
Obituary: James Trent Allred
James Trent Allred was born March 25, 1996 and passed away April 1, 2020.
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...
CAPNA awarded $611,227 to assist low-income families with utility costs amid COVID-19 pandemic
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $13.8 million to help low-income households with home energy costs during the winter months amid the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Among the recipients is the Community Action Partnership of North Alabama (CAPNA), which received $611,227.
For...
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...
PREP CHEER: ‘Supporting your teammates leads to a successful and fulfilling cheerleading experience’: Cullman’s Siddalee Drake ready for upcoming cheer season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman senior cheerleader Siddalee Drake has had an amazing experience on the Bearcats cheer team so far and has learned so much from her fellow cheerleaders.
"It's been an amazing experience and I'm so glad I get to experience it with the...
2nd annual Falkville Christmas Parade set for Dec. 9
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The second annual Falkville Christmas Parade will take place Monday, Dec. 9, beginning at 7 p.m.
President of the Christmas Parade committee and community member Robert Summerford said he has been a part of Christmas parades for many years and always wanted...
Wallace State Singers to present “Sing America Sing!” July 5-7
Wallace State Singers prepare for their upcoming show, “Sing America Sing!” which will be held July 5-7, at 7 p.m. nightly, at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. Admission is a $10 donation, supporting the group’s 2019 European tour for “Stars Fell on Alabama: Music...
Cullman courts to return to limited in-person proceedings May 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, May 13, the Alabama Supreme Court authorized presiding judges in each circuit across the state to reopen courtrooms for in-person proceedings other than jury trials, and to determine for themselves the schedules and regulations for reopening. Later the same...
Cullman Swim Team finishes runner-up at ARPA District II Meet
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team placed second out of nine teams at the ARPA District II Swim Meet held in Guntersville last weekend. Cullman brought home 41 individual medals and 21 relay team medals. 83 swimmers qualified for the state meet in Opelika...
Obituary: Regena Rhea Newton
Regena Rhea Newton, 53, of Arley entered into rest Monday, Sept. 14, 2020 at her residence.
Mrs. Newton was born Nov. 23, 1966 in Cullman, Alabama.
She was a member of Liberty Baptist Church. Regena enjoyed reading and spending time with her family.
Visitation will be...
Apply now for spring 2019 session of CCSO Citizens’ Academy
Sheriff Matt Gentry talks about the use of firearms by law enforcement officers as instructor Sgt. David Nunn gets ready to bring students to the line during the fall 2017 academy. (Cullman Tribune file photo)
CULLMAN - Applications are being accepted now for the 2019...
UK COVID-19 variant identified in Alabama residents
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - A new and more highly transmissible COVID-19 variant, B.1.1.7, has been identified in three Alabama residents, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) reported Wednesday.
According to the ADPH, two of the residents are from Montgomery County and one is from Jefferson...
Obituary: Clarence Boyd Layton
Memorial services for Mr. Clarence Boyd Layton, 62, of Moulton are incomplete at this time.
Boyd was born Nov. 8, 1956 and passed away at his residence Saturday, July 20, 2019.
‘Be a good role model’: Vinemont’s Callie Millwood excited for junior year
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Cheer season is here, and Vinemont junior Callie Millwood feels blessed to be cheering alongside a great group of girls once again. Millwood has seen a lot of growth from the younger cheerleaders and she, along with the rest of the...
Hanceville man ID’d as 1 of the victims in Saturday night head-on collision
BUG TUSSLE - Two people were killed Saturday night in a head-on collision in the 16000 block of Highway 69 South, south of Bug Tussle. One of the victims has been identified as Kevin William Crotty, 32, of Hanceville. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L....
Dozens of Wallace State retirees gather for annual luncheon
Wallace State retirees Judy Wood, left, Dr. Jenny Folsom and Janice Morgan pose for a photo during the recent Retirees Luncheon hosted by the Wallace State Alumni Association. In the background, Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics visits with former Wallace State basketball coach...
Sheriff’s office holding church safety class; local churches encouraged to attend
Investigators work at the scene of a deadly shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, Sunday Nov. 5, 2017. A man opened fire inside of the church in the small South Texas community on Sunday, killing more than 20 people. (Jay...
Arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsJune 6
domestic violence, attempting to elude law enforcement officer; CR 1668
domestic violence; CR 1472
harassment;...
‘We’re proud of what we’ve created together’
East Elementary Outdoor Classroom Recognition and Appreciation Ceremony
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students, faculty, staff and community partners gathered on Friday, May 16, to celebrate exciting additions to the East Elementary School outdoor classroom, a growing space of education and environmental stewardship.
“This garden is more than...
Pet of the Week: help Josie find her forever home
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt with the Cullman County Animal Shelter, introduces us to our second Pet of the Week this week.
"Hello my name is Josie and I am about 2.5 years old. I am believed to be a Corgi mix. I am alert, I...
Local Photographer Takes Pictures to New Heights
When people look at my pictures, I want them to have no doubt that there is a God and that he created everything for his glory.”
Dave Warren
CULLMAN - Users of Facebook or readers of news online or in print in Cullman County no doubt...
City school board meeting notes- Jan. 22
CULLMAN - The Cullman City School Board held its monthly meeting on Monday in Tillman Hall on the Cullman High School campus. The board approved all items on this month’s agenda, beginning with the nomination for school board president. Current president Suzanne Harbin was...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Oct. 29
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County added 42 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), with 507 confirmed in just the last 14 days. Statewide, 1,157 new cases were confirmed, with 20,315 confirmed in the last 14 days.
On Wednesday,...
Cullman County Sheriff opposes elements of new pistol permit law, calls for local constitutional amendment
CULLMAN, Ala. - Recently-passed Alabama House Bill 308 (HB308), the Alabama Uniform Concealed Carry Permit Act, makes changes to the way pistol permits are issued in the state of Alabama, including the creation of a lifetime permit and the allocation of a portion of...
‘We enjoy getting together’: Fairview celebrates the season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The fifth annual Fairview Christmas Parade went through town Saturday evening, featuring volunteer fire department trucks from Fairview, Baileyton, Berlin and Gold Ridge.
“We’ve got Santa, we have Javon Daniel and Nancy Bryant from Cullman Caring for Kids here; Javon is going...
Obituary: Claudia Elaine Hanks Kreps
Funeral Service for Claudia Elaine Hanks Kreps, age 82, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 5, 2024, at Christ Lutheran Church with Pastor Don Simmons officiating; interment in Cullman City Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 2 Good Hope edges No. 4 Vestavia Hills 48-42
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- After competing at the Hilton Sandestin Invitational over the holiday break, the Good Hope Lady Raiders returned to Cullman County Tuesday to battle fourth-ranked 7A Vestavia Hills at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum. Both teams had to overcome a slow start...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 20, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 20, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
August 15
harassment; person
August 19
theft by deception-1st degree; First Southern...
Cullman City Council recognizes local world champion water sport athlete
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council opened its meeting Monday night by welcoming 9-year-old wakeboarding phenom Kane Ward who recently won his second World Wake Association (WWA) Junior Boys’ national championship and was named the 2020 WWA Junior Boys’ World Champion, presenting a...
Gudger, Stadthagen sworn in with political veterans
Shown left to right: Cullman County Commissioners Garry Marchman and Kerry Watson; Rep. Scott Stadthagen, R-Hartselle; Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview; Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope; Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman; District Judge Rusty Turner; and Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry (W.C. Mann for The Cullman...
CCSO makes multiple drug arrests
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) this week made numerous drug arrests following traffic stops, tips from citizens and issued warrants.
On Tuesday, July 5, in Vinemont, deputies made contact with Amanda Lynn Slatton, 31, of Hanceville. It was determined she had...
Fortenberry Farms wins Best Appetizer Award at Taste of Northeast Alabama
CULLMAN, Ala. – Brian and Jacob Fortenberry of Fortenberry Farms in Cullman, Alabama, earned top honors at Taste of Northeast Alabama on Tuesday, Sept. 16, winning the Best Appetizer Award for their smoked bologna chunks seasoned with their special Butt Rub blend and tossed...
Jeff Sessions confirmed as attorney general
Jeff Sessions testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017, at his confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee. (Source: AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
(RNN) - The Senate has confirmed Sen. Jeff Sessions as U.S. Attorney General.
Sessions was confirmed by a vote of 52-47. He needed...
Obituary: Doyle Bruce Love
Doyle Bruce Love, age 87, passed away on September 12, 2021, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born in Cullman County, Alabama on September 2, 1934 to Marlin Elmer Love and Venora Yeager Love.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years: Earlene...
Locals pack Heritage Park for annual Cullman Fireworks Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. –
This year’s Cullman Fireworks Festival is in the books and things got underway
at Heritage Park at 5 p.m. when families poured on to the soccer fields to
enjoy inflatables, give-aways, food vendors, competitions and more before the
light show began. This is the eighth...
Obituary: Shelia Gail (Teichmiller) Edwards
Shelia Gail (Teichmiller) Edwards, age 76 of High Point, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023 at the Randolph Hospice House surrounded by her family.
A native of Cullman, AL, Shelia was born Nov. 25, 1946 to the late Casper and Odell Smith Teichmiller. In addition...
31 Hanceville High students inducted into National Honor Society
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thirty-one Hanceville High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society in a ceremony held Sunday, May 7, at the Hanceville First Baptist Church.
The National Honor Society is one of the oldest and largest national organizations for high school students....
‘Memories mean more to me than any crown’: Auburn Burtis crowned as Miss West Point Princess
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School held its annual Miss West Point Pageant on April 19 and freshman Auburn Burtis beat out the competition to take home the Miss West Point Princess crown. Auburn has been competing in pageants for 12 years,...
Addiction: A Family Affair, part 1
CULLMAN - With the multitude of addictions running rampant in our community, we, at The Cullman Tribune, feel a series of articles is warranted. Alcohol addiction. Food addiction. Opiate addiction. Methamphetamine addiction. Each, left untreated, has deadly consequences. This week, we begin weekly installments...
Obituary: Eugene “Shorty” Nail
Eugene “Shorty” Nail, 86, died on December 23, 2021 at his home in Hanceville, Alabama.
He was born at Hanceville, Alabama on July 12, 1935 to William F. and Darthula Nail – the youngest of 10 brothers and sisters.
Nail graduated from Hanceville High School and served...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats handle Buckhorn at home 9-3
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats returned home Friday night to take on the Buckhorn Bucks and after falling behind in the opening frame, the ‘Cats plated four runs in the third inning and three more in the fourth to take a big lead...
Obituary: Annie Ruth (Newsom) Rohrscheib
Annie Ruth (Newsom) Rohrscheib, age 81, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Saturday, November 13, 2021. Annie was born March 21, 1940 in Vinemont, Alabama to Jessie Lee and Vanera Marie Mardis Newsom.
Annie is survived by her daughter: Anita (Shannon Lee) Rohrscheib-Kelley; her sons:...
‘To say I’m proud is an understatement’
WPHS Scholars Bowl team finishes 2nd in nation at national small school championship
WEST POINT, Ala. — The West Point High School Scholars Bowl team on Sunday, April 28, 2024, placed No. 2 in the nation at the National Academic Quiz Tournament LLC’s 2024 Small...
(Update) Investigation ongoing in Highway 157 incident; 1 fatality
WEST POINT – One man lost his life yesterday in what authorities at the time classified as a traffic incident on Highway 157 North near West Point. When reached early this morning for an update, a trooper with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)...
Obituary: Steven John Whitman
Steven John Whitman, age 61, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Steven was born on Sept. 25, 1961 in Delaware.
No services are planned at this time.
Steven is survived by his wife, Katherine Whitman; son, John Bishop and wife...
Hanceville PD to end K-9 program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Police Department (HPD) has decided to end its K-9 program and asked the Hanceville City Council Thursday night to allow the two K-9 officers to be surplussed. The council approved the surplus but did so in a manner that...
Obituary: Cindy James Ory
Memorial service for Cindy James Ory, 57, of Arley, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 12 , 2023,at Liberty Baptist Church in Helicon. Cindy James Ory was born June 17, 1966, to Carl and Barbara Adair James.
She is preceded in death by her...
89th annual meeting of the Cullman Electric Cooperative set for Sept. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 89th annual meeting of Cullman Electric Cooperative is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at Northbrook Church, starting at 9 a.m. Registration and activities will go until 11, at which time the annual business meeting will begin inside the church...
Cullman man arrested after reported stabbing in Vinemont
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man has been arrested following an alleged stabbing incident at the V&W Food Mart in Vinemont Friday, July 8.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies responded to the scene, where a V&W employee was reportedly harmed. According to the CCSO,...
Business spotlight: Cabin Fever opens 5th location in Cullman County
Cabin Fever Beverages this year opened its fifth location in Cullman County. The new location is on U.S. Highway 278 in East Point – on several acres with room to grow.
Kolby Lawrence has owned and operated Cabin Fever since 2011. The East Point location...
Arrest reports: Sept. 13-16, 2018
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Sept. 13-16, 2018. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018
Clark, Jamie Ray, 42
FTA- first-degree assault
Farr, Justin Wayne, 27
unlawful breaking and entering of...
ACES: Watch out for ticks; treat them right
Tick populations are rising in Alabama. Ticks thrive in high humidity situations. The recent hot weather and heavy rainfall the state has received is facilitating an increase in these annoying and potentially dangerous ticks. People spending more time at home in their own backyards...
Good Hope council adjusts AGCOR land title, investment
Councilmembers Maxie Jones and John Harris with Good Hope Mayor Jerry Bartlett (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
GOOD HOPE - The Good Hope City Council made a pair of amendments at Monday night’s meeting and passed a new resolution as well.
The council passed Resolutions No....
Obituary: Rebecca Ann Glenn
Memorial service for Rebecca Ann Glenn, age 79, of Cullman, will be at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, October 15, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Pastor John Bussman officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. prior to the service.Cullman Heritage...
List of community storm shelters
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has provided a list of available storm shelters for inclement weather. If you are not in a substantial structure, please go to a shelter during dangerous weater. For the safety of shelter occupants, especially...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 15, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
November 10
duty upon striking unattended vehicle; Cherokee Ave. S.W; damage to 2022...
Arrests reported on Jan. 8, 2019
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported on Jan. 8, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Helms, Brittany L., 31
fourth-degree theft of property
Tuminksi, Joseph O., 38
fourth-degree theft of...
Obituary: Justin Wayne Hayes
Funeral Service for Justin Wayne Hayes, age 77, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 16, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Eric Martin officiating, interment in Union Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30-11 a.m. prior to the...
OBITUARY: Andy Gaskey
Visitation for Andy Gaskey, 67, of Cullman will be from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at Moss-Service Funeral Home. Memorial services will be at a later date.
Mr. Gaskey was born July 1, 1947 in Gadsden to Leroy and Florence Higginbotham...
Obituary: James Wendell Miller
James Wendell Miller, 76, of Haleyville, entered into rest June 12, 2019 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, surrounded by his loving family.
Wendell was born Feb. 18, 1943 to Columbus and Lily Miller. He served in the United States Army during the Korean...
Obituary: Nedra Lane Kreps
Funeral Service for Nedra Lane Kreps, age 81, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 4, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Gary Driver and Pinky Tyler officiating; burial at Enon Baptist Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders claim area wins at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Good Hope made the quick trip over to Lane Horton Gymnasium at Hanceville High School for a pair of area clashes with the Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs and returned home with a pair of area wins. The Lady Raiders gave Hanceville...
Obituary: James Chalmer Tidwell
James Chalmer Tidwell, age 43 of Scottsboro, passed away Jan. 3, 2023. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Mr. Tidwell was born on July 30, 1979 in Cullman, AL to Chalmer Tidwell and Willie Nell Davis Tidwell. James loved classic cars...
Obituary: Malcolm Ward
Malcolm Eugene Ward, 74, of Double Springs, entered into rest June 23, 2019 at St. Vincent’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born Dec. 17, 1944 to Wilburn and Lucille Ward. Known by many as “Sonny” or “Poppy.” Malcolm was a 50-year member...
Pathway to success
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The City of Hanceville on Friday morning cut the ribbon at Walk in the Dream, an organization that offers career advising to high school students, young adults and single parents. Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail and Colony Mayor Donnis Leeth joined in on...
Obituary: Gary Melvin Cannady
Mr. Gary Melvin Cannady of Cullman passed away Dec. 28, 2020 at the age of 74. He was born June 21, 1946 in Falkville to Roy Melvin and Lavern Collun Cannady.
Mr. Cannady worked and retired from AT&T as a general manager in network provisioning.
Graveside...
Jubilee Coffee and Wine Bar coming to Cullman this November
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jubilee Coffee and Wine Bar, sister company to Karma’s Coffee House, will – tentatively – open in downtown Cullman this November.
Owner Katie Fine said Karma's and Jubilee are more than just places to grab a drink; they're places of community, conversation...
Obituary: Stephen Arnold McNutt
Stephen Arnold McNutt, 71, of Gardendale, Alabama entered into rest on April 2, 2021 at his residence.
Mr. McNutt was born on December 2, 1949 to Arnold and Ruth McNutt. Stephen retired as First Lieutenant from Birmingham Fire Department after almost 30 years of service....
Local youth place in Intermediate Showmanship art Alabama Junior Beef Expo
Class 12 Intermediate Showmanship winners (shown above) at the 2017 Alabama Junior Beef Expo are pictured with Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell. From left are Parnell; Natalie Lovell of Elkmont in Limestone County, first place; Brandon Cuahua of Troy in Pike County, second;...
Fairview Labor Day celebration set for Sept. 5
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Lions Club is hosting its annual Labor Day celebration Monday, Sept. 5, at Randall Shedd Community Park. Festivities will kick off at 8 a.m. and run through 3 p.m. with the parade beginning at 11. Lineup will be at...
Obituary: Gert Greenhaw
Graveside Service for Gert Greenhaw, age 79, of Vinemont, will be at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, at Mt. Zion Cemetery with Rev. Don Froelich officiating. Visitation will be from noon until 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, at Cullman Heritage...
150 ways to celebrate the Cullman countryside on our 150th birthday
The 1870s founders of Cullman County in the “Hill Country” of north Alabama traditionally celebrated the area’s birth year as 1873. So, 2023 is our 150th birthday celebration even though the town was legally established in 1875 and Cullman County in 1877.
Cullman County offers...
Obituary: Pamela Jo Murphy
Pamela Jo Murphy, age 64, passed away on Tuesday, November 30, at her residence in Cullman, Alabama.
She is survived by her two daughters: Christal Mosley (Ron, Jr.) and Elysha Basch (Jared); three grandson; one granddaughter (soon-to-be); husband: Jim Murphy; stepmom: Mary Brewer (Larry); two...
‘Spiders Aren’t Scary’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex on Friday hosted a no-so-creepy-crawly Little Farmers program. Called “Spiders Aren’t Scary,” the event saw preschoolers ages 3-5 learning all about our eight-legged friends.
Agriplex Executive Director Rachel Dawsey said she didn’t use real spiders in case any...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 18, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 18, 2019. 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 DepartmentIncidentsDec. 13
leaving the scene of an accident; person;...
Jones Chapel man charged with selling meth
Cody Clay (Cullman Police Department)
CULLMAN - Cody Lemark Clay, 29, of Jones Chapel, was arrested on Tuesday, charged with two counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance for allegedly selling methamphetamine, according to the Cullman Police Department.
The CPD said Clay was arrested by...
Obituary: Vance Willette
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Vance William Willette, 49, of Double Springs.
Mr. Willette was born Sept. 14, 1969 to Ronald and Betty Rouche Willette. He passed away Friday, Aug. 2, 2019 at his residence.
6th annual radKIDS Summer Safety Camp set to begin June 27
CULLMAN - Cullman’s sixth annual radKIDS Summer Safety Camp, presented by the Cullman City Police Department and Cullman City Parks and Recreation, will be held June 27 – July 1 in the Cullman Civic Center auditorium. Registration is being taken on a first come,...
‘Absolutely, totally precious’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The obvious winners of last week’s Citizens Bank and Trust (CBT) cereal drive for Cullman Caring for Kids are the children of Cullman County’s families in need, but the drive was carried out as a contest between local elementary schools and...
Cullman County 4-H holding signups for Cullman Chicken Project
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County 4-H is holding signups for its Cullman Chicken Project, an initiative designed to engage youth in the hands-on experience of raising chickens. Open to all youngsters ages 9-18 in the community, this project offers a unique blend of agricultural...
Saturday Event Guide- July 9
Therapeutic Dance Classes- Free to the Public
Individuals with all types of special needs and disabilities are welcome! Saturdays, July 9-Aug. 13 at the Cullman Civic Center. Ages 6-10, from 2:30-3:15 p.m.; ages 11 and up, from 3:15-4 p.m. Wear anything comfortable to move in!...
Wallace State’s Talent Search students recognized during annual TRIO Day
TRIO Day recipients from Hanceville Middle School included, from left, Jessica Marshall for Best Attitude and Shanna Helms and Darius Marshall for Most Improved. Not pictured for Best Attitude is Ramses Garcia.
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s Talent Search students were celebrated recently at the annual...
Vinemont celebrates history
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Elementary celebrated the town’s history Saturday in conjunction with the ongoing Alabama 200 Bicentennial celebration. Chosen as one of the Bicentennial schools, Vinemont Elementary has focused on Vinemont history throughout the school year while planning Saturday’s Vinemont History Day.
The school...
Obituary: Velma Louise Jacobs
Funeral services for Velma Louise Jacobs, 90, of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019 at the Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation for friends is Saturday, Nov. 23 from 1-2 p.m. Officiating will be Reverend Samuel Tucker. Final disposition will be...
More than 120 student athletes earn place on ACCC Commissioner’s Honor Roll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College congratulates the student athletes and teams who were named to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll. Student athletes who achieve a GPA of 3.0 or higher are eligible for inclusion on the Commissioner’s...
Obituary: Nicholas Joseph Pisacrita, Jr.
Nicholas Joseph Pisacrita, Jr., 86, of Water Valley Community, formerly of New Rochelle, NY, passed away Aug. 29, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
He was born July 9, 1937 to Nicholas J., Sr. and Mary J. Pisacrita. Nicholas served in the United States Air...
Baileyton names parks director, schedules ‘Day in the Park’
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton Town Council approved at its meeting Monday night several new hires in preparation for what it hopes will be a successful ball season. Ryan Chambers was named parks director for a one-year term, while Dianne Whitehead will be the...
Veteran Memorial: Herman Newton Yates
Herman Newton Yates was born March 12, 1924 in Cullman, County. His parents, Thomas Newton and Rosie C. Yates, resided at Route 8 in Vinemont. At the age of 18, Herman registered for military service with the United States Marine Corps and served during...
Dos and Don’ts for fireworks in your community
CULLMAN, Ala. - Firework stands are beginning to appear throughout Cullman County in the days leading up to Independence Day. Depending on where a person lives in Cullman County, the use of consumer-grade fireworks may or may not be allowed.
While there are no ordinances...
Vivi B Bakes holds 1st public pop-up shop
CULLMAN, Ala. - If the Shoe Fits held so much more than adorable shoes, clothing and accessories on Thursday, May 2. Vivian Brock, a recent Holly Pond High School graduate, brought her talent to the storefront, in the form of her delectable baked goods from Vivi B Bakes.
Brock had...
Vinemont serves hundreds at 1st Community Thanksgiving Meal
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of Vinemont, with the help of several local organizations, held its first free Community Thanksgiving Meal on Saturday, Nov. 19, at the Vinemont Schools lunchroom. The food was supplied by the Town and prepared by Vinemont Schools Child Nutrition...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 16, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 16, 2020. 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
Oct. 15
fourth-degree theft of services; person; 2nd SW; utilities
third-degree...
Obituary: Randall Steven Deaver
Randall Steven Deaver, 64 of Arley, passed away on April 8, 2016 in Birmingham, Alabama.
Randall was born on March 8, 1952 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was a graduate of Jacksonville High School in 1970, and earned a Bachelor's degree from Jacksonville State University in...
Obituary: Harold “Harry” Julian Grimes
Funeral services for Harold "Harry" Julian Grimes, 76, of Baileyton, will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2, 2019 at Welcome Baptist Church with Jeremy Calloway officiating. He will lie-in-state from 1-2 p.m. preceding the service. Interment will be in Welcome Baptist Cemetery.
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Tis the season to rid yourself of overdue book fines
CULLMAN - Do you have overdue book fines? Now's the time to settle up. The Cullman County Public Library is conducting a "Food for Fines" campaign from now through Dec. 15. For each non-perishable food item you bring in, $1 will be deducted from...
OBITUARY: Bernadette Agnes Sponaugle
Funeral services for Bernadette Agnes Sponaugle, age 71 of Cullman, will be Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charles Sparks officiating. Interment will be in Friendship Cemetery at Upshaw, Addison, AL.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is...
