Cullman Swim & Dive Team celebrates record-breaking season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim and Dive Team held its end of the season banquet at Loft 212 Sunday Aug. 13 and at the banquet, each swimmer and diver was recognized with a trophy for how many years they have competed in the program. State...
(Updated) 30th Annual Mud Creek Marching Band Festival makes return to Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville High School on Saturday hosted 31 marching bands at the 30th annual Mud Creek Marching Festival. With the festival’s growing popularity, bands traveled in from outside the state as well, with one such band having traveled from Mississippi to attend....
UPDATE: Sheriff to hold press conference on last night’s fatal home invasion
CULLMAN - Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry will hold a press conference today at 3 p.m. to give more information on the fatal home invasion that occurred Monday night on County Road 1301 in north Cullman County. The incident left one homeowner and the...
Broncos run wild over Bulldogs, 40-16
HOLLY POND - After last week's loss to Locust Fork, Holly Pond played the Hanceville Bulldogs tonight with the hope of turning a 4-2 season into a 5-2 season. Luck was on the Broncos' side as they won the game 40-16.
The Broncos started the...
Jack’s Family Restaurants to reopen location in North Cullman on June 27
Cullman, Ala. – Jack’s Family Restaurants (Jack’s) will reopen its restaurant in North Cullman, Alabama on June 27, 2022. In celebration of the restaurant’s reopening, Jack’s is awarding the first 50 customers who make a purchase on reopening day with free Jack’s breakfast for...
Obituary: Levon Williams
Funeral service for Levon Williams, 71, of Cullman will be at 3 p.m., Saturday, August 14, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Sardis #1 Cemetery, with Revs. Dale Banks and Butch Sharpton officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 12:30 p.m. -...
Obituary: Obenia “Muddie” Lee Hood (Updated)
Obenia “Muddie” Lee Hood, 85, of West Jefferson, Alabama, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2022, at Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care.Mrs. Hood is predeceased by her parents: Woodrow Parvin and Evan Bates Parvin; her husband: Jack Hood and her granddaughter: Kelly Peoples.
Left to...
In remembrance of Jay
CULLMAN, Ala. - Suzette was set up on a blind date at a karaoke place in Pensacola, Florida. A mutual friend arranged for her and Jay to meet, and the sparks flew right away. After meeting on that date in July 2005, they became...
3 people rescued overnight after storm blows tree onto house
CULLMAN - Three people had to be extricated from a home on Cullman's west side overnight after the powerful storms that pounded the area left a tree down on a house.
"At approximately 2:30 a.m. Cullman Fire Rescue was dispatched to a home in the...
Obituary: Shelia Kay Phillips
Funeral services for Shelia Kay Phillips of Cullman, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Duck River Cemetery. Reverend Caleb Elrod will be officiating. Visitation will be at Hanceville Funeral Home from 6:00...
Reptile Adventure class brings live animal experience to Cullman April 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - Families and reptile fans will have the chance to get up close and personal with some fascinating cold-blooded creatures at the upcoming Reptile Adventure class on Tuesday, April 8, at 6 p.m. The class, hosted by the North Alabama Agriplex, will...
Obituary: Tommy Charles Bartlett (updated)
Tom was born October 23, 1938, to parents J.J. and Estelle Frazier Bartlett and privileged to grow up in a loving family with four siblings who all worked in the family business. They remained close all their lives and their greatest joy was gathering and...
5 Dallas officers slain, deadliest day for police since 9/11
Photo: A Dallas Area Rapid Transit police officer receives comfort at the Baylor University Hospital emergency room entrance Thursday, July 7, 2016, in Dallas. Police say one rapid-transit officer has been killed and three injured when gunfire erupted during a protest in downtown Dallas...
Young Stars Burn Bright at For Kids’ Sake Variety Show
HANCEVILLE – For more than 20 years, the For Kids’ Sake Variety Show has brought a wonderful opportunity for youth in the Cullman area to showcase their talents. Children and teens from every corner of Cullman took the stage at the Betty Leeth Haynes...
Obituary: Sandra Fay Horton Culwell
Sandra Fay Horton Culwell, age 81, of Blountsville, passed away Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022, at her home. She was born Oct. 22, 1941, to Russell and Louise Davis Horton. Sandra was a member of the Pleasant Hill Freewill Baptist Church in Blountsville, an avid...
Obituary: Andy Harris
Andy Harris, 81, of Tuscaloosa entered in the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019. He was born July 11, 1938 in Birmingham, Alabama.
Mr. Harris was a veteran, having served his country in the United States Army. He was a...
(Updated) 1 dead in wreck in Fairview
Updated 12-18-17 2:44 p.m.
FAIRVIEW - An Albertville woman was killed in a two-car crash in Cullman County on Sunday. The wreck happened in the 500 block of Wesley Avenue in the community of Fairview.
Imelda Morales, 29, was pronounced dead at the scene, said Cullman...
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...
Obituary: Sandra Jean Keef
Sandra Jean Keef, 74, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at UAB Hospital. She was born Tuesday, Nov. 14, 1944 to Alvin and Frieda Witkopf.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her husband of 55 years, Kenneth Keef; sons, Mark Keef...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls to Oneonta at home 41-18
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs earned their first win of the season over West Point 27-13 last week and they returned to Ray Talley Stadium for a critical region battle with Oneonta Friday night. The Bulldogs were able to get some points on...
Ground covers for Alabama landscapes
Ground covers are used to provide edgings to pathways, control erosion and add interest to landscape design.
In agriculture, ground cover is the name given to plants that are low growing and are used to cover a large area, giving a carpeted effect. Using several...
Obituary: Nancy Louise Townsend Haynes
Nancy Louise Townsend Haynes was born January 1, 1945 in Decatur, AL to Claude & Leona Francis Maddux Townsend. She passed away on January 2, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents; grandparents, Frank & Minnie Townsend and Frank & Inez Maddux;...
Arrests and incidents reported April 25, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 25, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 21
possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1141reckless endangerment; Danes Ln.theft of property; CR 1711
April 22
domestic...
City of Cullman presents VFW with 50 U.S. flags
Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs and VFW member Sam Bates
CULLMAN - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs today donated 50 U.S. flags, on behalf of the City of Cullman, to Cullman's Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 for display throughout the city during patriotic holidays.
The mayor and...
ALDOT prepared for approaching winter weather
MONTGOMERY – With temperatures dropping below freezing and rain predicted for Friday through early Saturday, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) encourages motorists to drive with extreme caution and to monitor road conditions before traveling.
Motorists needing information on road conditions in Alabama should look...
Town hall meeting addresses, raises concerns about proposed medical cannabis tax
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College on Tuesday, Oct 29, hosted a town hall meeting for public discussion on Local Amendment 1 that would add 15% to the tax currently charged on medical cannabis products sold in the county. The current tax rate...
Obituary: Timothy Mark Willis
Funeral service for Timothy Mark Willis, age 64, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Deon Black and Mike Tidwell officiating; burial at Cullman Heritage Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School honors Martha Blanton with the 2022 Impact Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - Martha Blanton has been selected as the recipient of the 2022 Impact Award given by St. Paul’s Lutheran School. The award is given to those students, teachers and support staff who’ve made significant contributions to St. Paul’s School and their community....
Falkville hosting Eggfest Egg Hunt this Saturday, April 12
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The Town of Falkville is hosting the Eggfest Egg Hunt this Saturday, April 12, at 2 p.m. at South Park in the track area.
The event is free to the public and will include a visit from the Easter Bunny, food and...
Obituary: Eugene Crow
Eugene Crow, age 91, of Cullman, went home to be with his Lord Saturday, June 19, 2021. He was born June 13, 1930 to Felix and Pearl Stowe Crowe. He is preceded in death by his loving wife: Irene; his parent; two brothers; and...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs splits senior night matchups with Vinemont
BREMEN, Ala. – Monday
was senior night at Cold Springs High School and 11 Eagles were recognized
between their games against Vinemont for their achievements during their athletic
careers. Senior cheerleaders Taylor Teems, Jordan Light, Sadie McClendon,
Mallory Ballenger and Hadley Hinds and senior basketball players Logan Rice,
Kylon...
Saturday Event Guide- June 11
Good Hope Outlaws Car Wash
The Good Hope Outlaws Youth Football will be hosting a car wash on Saturday June 11, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Auto Zone in Cullman. Please spread the word and send all of your family and friends out to support...
Car chase ends at Cullman Walmart; no injuries reported
CULLMAN - Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff's Office, along with officers with the Cullman Police Department, worked jointly in an effort to track down a suspect who led officers on a car chase from near West Point to the front doors of the...
Cullman County Commission votes to release CARES Act funds as supplemental payment to Cullman County employees
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County employees will soon receive COVID supplemental payments from CARES Act reimbursement funds. Chairman Jeff Clemons cast the deciding vote Tuesday night at the monthly Cullman County Commission meeting which will give $1,500 to full-time employees and $750 to part-time...
SugarFest 2023 brings Labor Day fun to Arab
ARAB, Ala. – Hundreds of residents poured into Arab City Park on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, to celebrate Arab’s annual SugarFest. SugarFest, a celebration of all the things that make life sweeter in the South, brought a combined 162 vendors, dozens of food trucks...
Obituary: Johnny Joe Hathcoat
A private graveside service for Johnny Joe Hathcoat, 85, of Cullman will be at noon, Thursday, May 27, 2021 at Cullman Memory Gardens, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
The family will receive friends at Cullman Funeral Home from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Thursday.
Cullman Funeral Home...
2016 JASA annual meeting: local companies recognized for achievements
Topre America accepts the plaque at the Japan America Society of Alabama annual dinner May 19 for the $8.5 million expansion at the Cullman facility during 2015. Pictured are, from left, JASA First Vice President Forrest Keith of Daiken America, Topre Director of Manufacturing...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 21, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 21, 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
Aug. 17
first-degree theft of property; person; 9th St....
‘I think we are going in the right direction’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday extended the state’s Safer at Home Order until April 9, with a few changes for hospitals and nursing homes. The updated order information sheet states, “Subject to reasonable restrictions, patients and residents will be allowed...
Not his first rodeo: Former Alabama AG and current AG candidate Troy King visits with supporters in West Point
Troy King, third from left, is flanked by Bradley Williams, far left, and Josh Speakman, far right, along with Brandin’ Iron employees at the restaurant Thursday evening. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
WEST POINT - West Point’s Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse welcomed a special guest Thursday...
Obituary: Marjorie Cruce Bell
Marjorie
Cruce Bell, 92, of Addison, passed away Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019 at
Cullman Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born Sept. 11, 1927 to Lum and Mattie Cruce.
Marjorie was a 1947 graduate of Addison High School and a member of Decatur
Christian Fellowship...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 15, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 15, 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 DepartmentIncidentsNov. 14
leaving the scene of an accident; person;...
Couple murdered in Blount County had close ties to Cullman and Hanceville
Bennie and Faye Moore are seen here in a photo from 2013, when the couple celebrated their 50th anniversary. Image: The Blount Countian
BLOUNT COUNTY - Bennie and Faye Moore, who lived in northwest Blount County near the Cullman County line and the city of...
Burch returning to Wallace State as head softball coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community has hired former Wallace State softball player and assistant coach Sallie Beth Burch to lead the Lions softball team, President Dr. Vicki Karolewics announced today.
“We are excited to welcome Sallie Beth Burch back to Wallace State, where she...
Friday Fun: July 15
Fairview HS Class of 1963 Reunion
Friday, July 15 at noon at Waterbrook Restaurant, 10645 U.S. Hwy 278 E in Holly Pond. For more information, call 256-339-3451.
Swamp John’s Dinner
Friday, July 15 from 4-7 p.m. at Tri-County Volunteer Fire Department. Plates $10. Money will go to...
Food delivery service coming to Arab, Joppa, Baileyton, Union Grove Sept. 11
ARAB, Ala. – Thanks to Josh Gaddis and Chris Sivley, founders of Hometown 2 Go, food delivery will be readily available for Arab and surrounding areas.
“We will cover Arab, Joppa and parts of Baileyton and Union Grove,” said Gaddis, who also shared what inspired...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison downs Central Florence on senior night
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the 4A Central Florence Lady Wildcats on Senior Night at Allen Stephenson Gym in a closely contested volleyball game. The Lady Bulldogs took the match in four sets, 25-14, 24-26, 25-20 and 25-21.
The first set started out fairly equally, as...
Historical profile: The old Reid homeplace
GOOD HOPE - Located on Reid Road in Good Hope, this old house holds many happy memories for my family and me. Although it no longer belongs to my kinfolk, we still refer to it as ‘the old Reid homeplace’ because it was where...
Arrests and incidents reported July 6, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 6, 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
June 30
leaving scene of accident; Co. Rd. 715; damage...
2020 Census can be completed at Wallace State’s library’s computer labs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s library’s computer labs are the perfect spot for students and local citizens to complete the 2020 United States Census.
Library hours are currently 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday. Once the Fall 2020...
Cullman Regional Launches Online Appointment Scheduling for COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
Cullman, AL – Cullman Regional recently launched an online scheduling tool to allow community members to self-schedule themselves for the COVID-19 vaccine. Patients can access the online form at CullmanVaccine.com.
Appointment slots will open up five days prior to any available clinics based on Cullman...
Covered Bridge Festival coming Oct. 11
ONEONTA, Ala. – With three covered bridges still in existence, Blount County carries the title of Covered Bridge Capital of Alabama, and as a tribute to its roots, a one-day festival is held every year in downtown Oneonta. Set for Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025,...
Overnight shooting in Cullman sends 2 to hospital
LATEST UPDATE: http://www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2018/05/03/cullman-police-id-victims-overnight-shooting
Updated 5-3-18 at 10 a.m.
CULLMAN - A shooting overnight in the city of Cullman resulted in two people being transported to Huntsville Hospital. The incident happened on Adelsheim Circle Southwest at approximately 1:20 a.m., according to Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper.
Culpepper said...
Alabama Extension awarded SARE grant to improve land-use efficiency and sustainability in Southeast
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Sustainability is big business in the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Agricultural researchers are constantly looking for new and improved ways for livestock and crop producers to better their operations. Thanks to a recently awarded $380,000 grant from the Sustainable Agriculture...
Cullman Electric Co-op goes virtual with 84th annual meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a year full of unique challenges, Cullman Electric Cooperative took on another new task Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020, by hosting its 84th annual meeting as a virtual event.
The normal fanfare of music, food and games that typically comes before the...
Cold Springs students recognized by Alabama Lions
Cold Springs senior Matthew Blair on Tuesday night gives an entertaining account of his time at the Alabama Lion High School Leadership Camp. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
DODGE CITY - Cold Springs High School students Cody Bales and Matthew Blair were recognized at Tuesday...
Judge Michelle Thomason to discuss veterans court at Wallace State event
Baldwin County District Judge Michelle Thomason
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College will welcome Baldwin County District Judge Michelle Thomason as a special guest speaker on Thursday, Jan. 31, at 9:30 a.m. in the Burrow Center Recital Hall. Thomason will be speaking about the Baldwin...
2nd Fridays no. 3 in the books
Cullman Rocks, Cullman City Rocks and Hanceville Rocks all set up a free rock-painting area near one of the music stages at Friday night's 2nd Fridays event. / Heather Mann
CULLMAN - The local street fair known as 2nd Fridays has become a popular summertime...
CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH released Feb. 17
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Feb. 17, Cullman Regional Medical Center released the following COVID update:
Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level of community transmission.
Cullman Regional Current Situation
· 37 COVID positive patients, two of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be...
Alabama to name football field after legendary head coach Nick Saban
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama will formally recognize seven-time national champion head football coach Nick Saban by naming the field inside Bryant-Denny Stadium in his honor. The Honorary Degrees and Recognition Committee of the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees unanimously passed...
Ivey awards $22K grant to Agriplex for solar panels
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $367,050 to help local governments, public schools and nonprofit groups cut expenses by making their facilities more energy-efficient. In Cullman County, the North Alabama Agriplex Foundation will receive $22,100 to implement a rooftop photovoltaic...
Attention nonprofits: United Way seeking applicants for funding
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) this week announced that applications are now available for nonprofit entities seeking funding. The allocations process is how UWCC invests local dollars in the community to address specific community-centered issues.
UWCC released this statement: “United...
Obituary: Paula “Mendi” Armenda Watts Davis
Paula “Mendi” Armenda Watts Davis, age 48, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022. She was born October 15, 1973 in Jasper, Alabama to Larry and Phyllis Gilbreath Watts.
Mendi was a resident of DeFuniak Springs, Florida. She was Baptist by faith and a member of...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 4 Fairview rolls to 6th consecutive win over West Point, 42-14
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were back home for a big region and county clash against their rivals from Fairview Friday night. The Aggies jumped out to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter and kept the Warriors at arm’s length...
Files from yesteryear: 1952
From the files of 1952
Hanceville cheerleaders this year ae Jo Vaughn, Hail Thomas, Belva Sue Johnson, Eleanor Gay Chappell, Margaret Johnson, Barbara Ann Johnson and Mona Ann Seibert.
Private A.P. Alvis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Alvis, formerly of Garden City was killed in...
Bugs and slugs
CULLMAN, Ala. - Area homeschoolers had a little creepy crawly fun Friday morning thanks to the North Alabama Agriplex’s Heritage Homeschool Program. October featured “Bugs and Slugs,” allowing the youngsters to learn about insects, spiders and other creatures found in gardens and other areas...
Obituary: Arthur Lloyd Summers
Funeral Services for Arthur Lloyd Summers, age 70 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 22, 2015 in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow Good Hope Cemetery, with Bro. Larry Brown & Bro. Tom Perdue officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home directing.
Mr....
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 28
Arrests and incidents reportedSept.28
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 28, 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
September 25
unauthorized use of vehicle
September 27
counterfeit $20; State of...
Cullman Regional receives CON approval for $30M expansion project
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Health Care Authority of Cullman County/ Cullman Regional Board of Directors announced Wednesday the Alabama State Health Planning & Development Agency has approved the Certificate of Need (CON) for the $30 million expansion project announced by Cullman Regional in June...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 6, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 6, 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. 4
theft of property; person; Quail Run Dr.;...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Warriors drop extra inning nailbiter to Lawrence County 10-9
WEST POINT, Ala. – Area play began for the West Point Lady Warriors Monday night with the Lawrence County Lady Red Devils and seven innings weren’t enough to decide this one. The game went into extra innings tied at 6 and unfortunately for the...
Obituary: Lavonia Lee Jewel Walker
Lavonia Lee Jewel Walker, 82 of Cleveland, Georgia, formerly of Houston, Alabama, entered into rest on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, Georgia.
Lavonia was born on March 19, 1940, in Moulton, Alabama.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday,...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Lady Raiders edge Holly Pond 27-26 in OT to advance to JV Girls finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – We tipped things off at the Cullman County Tournament with a JV Girls semifinal matchup Thursday night and it was a physical, low-scoring clash between Good Hope and Holly Pond that took more than four quarters to settle. With the score...
Obituary: James Larry Brogdon
James Larry Brogdon, of Boaz, Alabama, passed away on Sunday morning, December 5, 2021, at the age of 66. He was born April 13, 1955, in Blount County, to James Brogdon and Betty Sue Watkins Brogdon.
Mr. Brogdon was a trucker by trade. He drove...
New Year’s Eve at Goat Island; Round 2 onstage, new plans on deck
As equipment on the brew floor quietly did its thing, crowds packed the Goat Island Tap Room as Round 2 supplied live entertainment on New Year’s Eve. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN - On New Year’s Eve, Goat Island Brewing was a hot...
Obituary: Gary Hill Cobb
Gary Hill Cobb, aged 67, died suddenly at his home in Cullman on July 31, 2021. He was
born in Cullman on May 29, 1954. He had been beset by a number of chronic physical
problems over the years. A graduate of the University of North Alabama, Gary had
graduate degrees from UAB and UAH.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Buell E. Cobb, Sr., and Kathryn McDaniel Cobb. He leaves
behind three beloved brothers: Buell E. Cobb, Jr. (Mary), William Joseph Cobb (Sue Bell) and James
Michael Cobb (Jan) and by their children and grandchildren.
He will be remembered by many friends and family members for his sharp mind and wit, for his great
heart and compassion for others, for a consistently positive attitude in the face of adversity and for his
enduring faith.
Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 3, at Moss Service Funeral Home (1901 2nd
Ave. NW, Cullman) with visitation preceding from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. The family requests that
all attendees wear masks.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to South Cullman Church of Christ.
Obituary: Mary Alice Mikeal
Funeral services for Mary Alice Mikeal, 60, of Hanceville, Alabama will be at noon Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The family will welcome guests for a visitation from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday prior to the service.
Mrs. Mikeal is survived by her...
‘God will always be my no. 1 priority’: Holly Pond’s Kamryn Tankersley discusses upcoming seasons
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- After a solid sophomore season with both the Lady Broncos volleyball and basketball teams last year, Holly Pond’ Kamryn Tankersley is looking to take the next step in her junior year. Tankersley is one of many juniors on the volleyball...
OBITUARY: Sarah Alene Howard Allen
Funeral services for Sarah Alene Howard Allen, 77 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. Monday, February 16, 2015 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Duck River Cemetery, Revs. Jeff Helton and Michael Lackey officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison takes area matchups over Sumiton Christian
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted area foe Sumiton Christian Eagles for a pair of varsity matchups Tuesday night and came away with a sweep. The Bulldogs took down the Eagles 82-49 while the Addison Lady Bulldogs won their contest 57-26.
Addison 82 – Sumiton Christian 49...
Alabama defeats Vanderbilt Saturday afternoon in SEC Opener
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Alabama men's basketball team began SEC play with a 78-75 win on the road against Vanderbilt Saturday afternoon at Memorial Gymnasium. The Crimson Tide (9-5, 1-0 SEC) were led by Mark Sears scoring a game-high 21 points.
Alabama's backcourt excelled on offense as Rylan Griffen (16...
Taziki’s partners with, donates $1K to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. – Keith Richards, owner of the new Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe in Cullman, announced a partnership with Cullman Caring for Kids at the restaurant’s grand opening and ribbon cutting on Thursday, June 15, 2023.
Richards said that while Taziki’s has always practiced the love...
Duck River Dam lawsuit settled in Cullman’s favor
CULLMAN, Ala. – Earlier this year, the City of Cullman quietly concluded a six year-long lawsuit against the construction company and engineers who built the dam that created the Duck River Reservoir, Cullman’s newest municipal water supply, following Lake Catoma. According to a statement drafted...
‘You have to work together’: Bryan Marquez talks about his time at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Hanceville Football manager Bryan Marquez. Bryan made a lot of great memories on and off the field at Hanceville and has some great news regarding his status as the manager of the Bulldogs.
"I had a...
Obituary: John Watkins
John Herbert Watkins, 87, of Logan passed away June 23, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.
John was born Oct. 29, 1931 in Jefferson County. After graduating from McAdory High School he joined the Air Force. John went on to retire from U.S. Steel. ...
ADECA director visits Cullman County, assesses flood damage
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) Director Kenneth Boswell visited Cullman County Thursday to view progress on current projects. He also surveyed recent flooding damage at Cullman County parks and damage to the Crooked Creek Bridge on County Road...
Obituary: Billy Ray Baker
Funeral Services for Billy Ray Baker, 84, of Hanceville will be held on Tuesday February 16, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; John McCoy officiating, with military honors and interment at Fairview West Cemetery.
Hanceville Funeral Home is in charge of the...
83rd annual Cullman Electric Cooperative meeting Sept. 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 83rd Annual Meeting of the Cullman Electric Cooperative will take place Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019 at Northbrook Baptist Church, starting at 8 a.m. Registration and activities will conclude at 11 a.m., at which time the business meeting will begin in...
Cullman native Melissa Warnke named Alabama State Bar director of communications
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama State Bar has hired Cullman native Melissa Johnson Warnke as its director of communications.
In the newly created position, Warnke will oversee the Alabama State Bar’s internal and external communications, media relations, social media and public relations efforts.
In her prior...
Obituary: Hannah Leah Powell
A memorial service for Hannah Leah Powell, 26, of Hanceville, will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at Sardis Baptist Church in Trimble, Jonathan Reid officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Powell family.
Hannah passed away May 26, 2023 at her...
Obituary: Laura J. Englebert
Laura J. Englebert, age 85, of Bear Creek, Alabama, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Haleyville Healthcare.
Laura was born on December 5, 1937 in Hamilton, Alabama.
A visitation will be held on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Nichols...
Obituary: O.D. Carter
O.D. Carter, 89, of Double Springs entered into rest Friday, June 19, 2020 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Mr. Carter was born May 10, 1931 in Double Springs, Alabama.
O.D. loved the outdoors, especially hunting. He enjoyed getting visits from his kids and grandkids. He loved the...
Obituary: Wessie Cleora Parrish
Graveside service for Wessie Cleora Parrish, 95, will be Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Williamson Memorial Gardens, Franklin, Tennessee.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Parrish passed away March 11, 2021 at the Folsom Center. She was born January 21,...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 22, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 22, 2025. 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
January 15
fraudulent use of credit/debit card; theft of property-4th...
Obituary: Edith Ruth Herring
Memorial services for Edith Ruth Roberts (Dinggy) Herring, 59, of Cullman are incomplete and will be announced by the family. Mrs. Herring passed from this life July 27, 2022, at her residence in Cullman. She was born August 10, 1962, to William B. and...
Holly Pond Town Council meets to set price with new business
HOLLY POND – On Monday night Holly Pond’s Town Council held a special meeting to cover a topic that wasn’t able to be discussed at their last meeting, due to the meeting being cut short.
The topic was settling on an agreement with local...
PREP BASKETBALL: Warriors, Lady Warriors split home matchups with Cold Springs
WEST POINT, Ala. – Cold Springs traveled to the campus of West Point High School on a chilly Tuesday night for a pair of varsity matchups against the hosting Warriors and Lady Warriors. The Lady Warriors defended their home floor against the Lady Eagles...
OBITUARY: Dorothy Zuiderhoek Weathersby
Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Zuiderhoek Weathersby, age 90 of Cullman will be 11 a.m. Friday, November 14, 2014 at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Revs. James Peyton and Hughlen Murphree officiating.
Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. She will lie in state at the...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 24, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2025. 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
June 21
domestic violence-3rd degree – harassment; person; CR 469
Arrests
June...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2025. 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
June 6
theft of property-2nd degree; Dollar General; carts; $2,000;...
