Cullman’s White Willow becomes first-time winner of ‘Best in Bama’ award
CULLMAN, Ala. – Two Cullman-based businesses, White Willow and Karma’s Coffeehouse, are recipients of this year’s Alabama Magazine’s “Best in Bama” awards.
White Willow owner Libby Crider spoke of the win for Best Furniture & Interiors saying, “We were just so excited to find out....
Cullman’s Glasscock speaks at chamber community luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. –
With football season less than a week away, the Cullman Area Chamber of
Commerce decided to invite the newest local coach to speak at this month’s
community luncheon. Cullman High School Head Football Coach Oscar Glasscock is
entering his first season with the Bearcats and...
Obituary: Dorothy Wallace
Dorothy Wallace, 90 of Double Springs, passed away Nov. 16, 2022, at her residence.
She was born on July 7, 1932, in Double Springs, AL. She was an active member of First Baptist Church in Double Springs. She loved serving on various committees - fellowship...
Obituary: Edna Buckner
Edna Buckner, age 86, of Haleyville, passed away Friday, September 3, 2021, at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Mrs. Buckner was born on March 25, 1935 in Haleyville, Alabama. Mrs. Edna loved her family, loved traveling and loved going to Jacks.
Visitation will be Monday, September 6, 2021...
Obituary: Garland John Bennefield
Garland John Bennefield, age 59, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022. Garland was born February 27, 1963, in Plattsburgh, NY to Garlond Wyndell and Arlene Marie Bennefield.
A visitation for Garland will be held Thursday, July 7, 2022 from 1:00 p.m....
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek cruises past Vina 46-8
ARLEY, Ala. – After shutting out Shoals Chrisian on the road last week, Meek returned home Friday night to host Vina and after building a 40-0 lead in the first half, the Tigers cruised to a 46-8 win in the second half.
A 54-yard touchdown...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 21, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 21, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 17
theft; CR 473
burglary; Hwy. 69S
theft; 2nd St. SW G.C.
harassment; Fairbrook Cir.
harassment; CR 109
theft; CR...
Housing Authority hosts Wonderland-themed Halloween Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Housing Authority hosted a Wonderland-themed Halloween festival at Hilltop Community Center on Oct. 30. The event featured games like croquet and ring toss, candy and treats, as well as arts and crafts. The festivities were led by characters such...
Wallace State Respiratory Therapy program graduates 32
Wallace State Community College’s Respiratory Therapy program recognized the Class of 2018 at its Pinning Ceremony on May 3, 2018.
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College’s Respiratory Therapy program recognized 32 students Thursday, May 3, during its pinning ceremony at the James C. Bailey Center.
Awards...
2020 Municipal Election Candidate Q&A: Charles Wilson and Patty Nail Dean, Hanceville City Council, place 5
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- As the Aug. 25, 2020 Municipal Election approaches, The Tribune is holding Q&A sessions between candidates.
In Hanceville, voters will be choosing new council members. Incumbent Charles Wilson is being challenged in place 5 by Patty Nail Dean.
Why did you choose to run...
Cullman Oktoberfest 2023 dates, details announced
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Oktoberfest 2023 – which will also celebrate the 150th anniversary of Cullman – will take place Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 28-30.
The expanded biergarten, located at Festhalle, will officially open at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 28.
The must-see parade, including a horse-drawn German...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 9, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported
Oct. 9, 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
Department
Incidents
Oct. 7
harassment;
person; Hwy. 157
Oct. 8
second-degree
theft of property; person; 10th St. SE; utility trailer;...
Obituary: James “Jim” Lynnwood Neal
James “Jim” Lynnwood Neal, 60, of Bryan, GA, formerly of Huntsville, AL, entered into rest on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, GA.
Jim was born on February 27, 1961 in Huntsville, Alabama.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 22, 2021...
CHS seniors take final bow in ‘Tuck Everlasting’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre performed “Tuck Everlasting” from April 22-26, with students pouring their hearts into each performance – acting, singing, dancing or working behind the scenes. Seniors took the time to reflect on their experience in the theater program, looking...
Carter Goodwin named NJCAA Division I PING Honorable Mention All-American for second consecutive year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State men’s golfer Carter Goodwin has been named a National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I PING Honorable Mention All-American by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) for the second time in his career. He was also selected...
Alabama’sDowns Selected as 2023 Shaun Alexander Award winner
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama safety Caleb Downs was selected as the 2023 recipient of the Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award, the Maxwell Football Club announced Wednesday morning.
Downs was one of five finalists for this year's award and was joined by Rueben Bain (Miami (Fla.)), Kevin...
Arrests and incidents reported October 26, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 26, 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
October 22
menacing; person; 4th St. SW
October 25
Arrests
October 25
Echols, Leann...
Business spotlight: Local attorney leaving her mark
A Cullman woman and attorney is looking to leave her mark on the community and surrounding areas. Palmer Law Firm Owner and Attorney Tonya Palmer is a Cullman native who took a leap of faith and opened her law firm in the community in April...
Blue Eyed Rabbit open for business
The ribbon was officially cut on home and garden décor shop The Blue Eyed Rabbit Wednesday morning in Cullman. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Local home and garden décor shop, The Blue Eyed Rabbit, celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning....
District 11 and Municipal Elections today, Aug. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – Voters across Cullman County will head to the polls today to take part in local Municipal Elections. Voters in Alabama House District 11 will also have a chance to cast their ballots in the State House District 11 General Election.
Those voters...
Day 1 of McKenzie ASA Classic draws huge crowds
The McKenzie ASA Classic kicked off Thursday at St. Bernard and will run through Sunday. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - Day one of the 2017 McKenzie ASA Classic Archery Tournament is in the books and hundreds of archers and their families have made their way...
AL unemployment rate record low 2.2%; Cullman County’s rate 1.4%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted April unemployment rate is 2.2%, down from March’s rate of 2.3%, and below April 2022’s rate of 2.5%. April’s rate represents 51,462 unemployed persons, a new record low, compared to...
Operation Round Up Board delivers $40K in paper to local schools
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Operation Round Up Board on Tuesday announced a $40,000 paper grant benefiting Cullman County Schools, Cullman City Schools, Sacred Heart, St. Paul’s, St. Bernard, Cullman Christian, Meek and Addison. The funding provides essential paper supplies, ensuring that students and teachers...
The wheels of justice: active homicide cases in Cullman County, part 1
Editor’s note: All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty.
CULLMAN, Ala. - It has been said that the wheels of justice turn slowly, and Cullman County is no exception, with active homicide cases dating back to 2013, based on incidents back to 2012. The...
Sheriff Releases Smith Lake Park Independence Day Traffic Information
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will be responsible for traffic control following the fireworks show at Smith Lake Park Saturday, July 4th, 2015. CCSO estimates there could be as many as ten thousand people attend the fireworks show based on recent...
West Point Town Council meets, signs Air Evac agreement
Photo: LaTere Jones from Air Evac answers questions from the town council about insurance policies for West Point residents on Monday night.
WEST POINT - A regular West Point Town Council meeting was held on Monday night at the West Point Town Hall at 6:00...
Heritage Park walking trails undergoing grounds maintenance
CULLMAN, Ala. – Part of the popular walking trails at Cullman’s Heritage Park are temporarily closed for grounds maintenance.
Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism (CPRST) Recreational Development Director Christy Turner said, “Heritage Park staff is in the beginning phases of underbrush clearing along with...
Obituaries: Shirley Jeanette Eubanks
Funeral service for Shirley Jeanette Eubanks, 65, of Vinemont will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 23, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Hebron Church of Christ Cemetery, with Rev. Tim Dubberly officiating. Visitation will be Thursday from 12:00 p.m. –...
Arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 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
July 22
first-degree theft of property; person; cashthird-degree theft of...
Fairview Town Council hears request for noise ordinance
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Town Council on Monday evening heard from local resident Paula Brock, who asked the council to consider enacting a noise ordinance. According to Brock, a nearby household is prone to playing loud music even after midnight, disturbing neighbors, including...
New Holly Pond food bank distributes first boxes of groceries
Laura Symonds, Carpenters Cabinet Holly Pond director, prepares forms for new clients.
HOLLY POND - A week after the ribbon cutting on their new facility in Holly Pond, the folks at Carpenters Cabinet food bank hit the ground running. At 10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov....
CCCDC awards more than $100K
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Community Development Commission (CCCDC) on Monday awarded nine grants, totaling $106,000.
The following grant requests were approved:
Sacred Heart School for self-guided student resources $12,000
Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration Committee for 2019 Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration $12,000
Cullman County Center...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs ‘ready to win’ under the lights this fall
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs came just short of making it to the postseason under first-year head coach Justin Cornelius, finishing 4-6 in a year that was tough for all of the teams due to COVID-19. Despite losing some key players from last season,...
Arrests and incidents reported December 2, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 2, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 29
domestic violence; unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 69 Sburglary;...
Peggy Smith to retire, Dale Greer named CEDA director, effective June 1
Peggy Smith, left, and Dale Greer/Images courtesy of Cullman Economic Development
CULLMAN - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening announced the retirement of Peggy Smith, longtime director of the Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA). Smith, who has served in the position for more than...
Cullman Regional, local leaders launch campaign to slow spread of COVID-19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional and the City of Cullman have joined with U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama; Cullman County Commission Chairman Kenneth Walker; Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman; Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview; Rep. Scott Stadthagen, R-Hartselle; and Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope to launch...
Rusken Packaging acquires Great Southern Industries
CULLMAN – Cullman's Rusken Packaging announced Tuesday that it has completed the acquisition of Jackson, Mississippi-based Great Southern Industries, Inc., effective Aug. 25, 2017. Rusken's Executive Vice President Gene Marino announced the news on LinkedIn.
Rusken expects this transaction to expand its presence in the Southeast,...
Cullman Regional welcomes family physician Nicole Shaw, MD
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional welcomes Nicole Shaw, MD to the Cullman Regional Medical Staff. Shaw is a board-certified family physician. She is a graduate of the University of South Alabama and completed her family medicine residency at UAB-Huntsville.
Shaw is dedicated to treating the whole...
Obituary: Betty Ruth Chambers
Memorial service is Wednesday July 6. Visitation starts at 11:00 a.m., followed by a memorial service at 12:00 p.m, followed by graveside service at Mt Carmel Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Chambers family.
Mrs. Chambers passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2022, at...
Arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 21, 2019
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 21, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
Feb. 18
domestic violence; CR 1742
criminal mischief; CR 1508
domestic violence; CR 1237
possession of drug paraphernalia;...
County commission talks elevators, addresses mental health services for inmates
The Cullman County Commission met most recently on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Commission met Wednesday morning with 14 items on its agenda, plus one added during a brief recess after the meeting started.
A bid...
Arrest report: Dec. 1-3
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 1-3. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Armstrong, Stacey Denise, 39
third-degree theft of property
Bagwell, Scotty Wayne, 36
public intoxication
Cammon, Michael Eugene, 53
third-degree burglary
public intoxication
unlawful breaking and entering of a vehicle
Canada, Phillip Author, 42
failure...
‘By supporting them, they’re supporting you’; 2nd Fridays returns to downtown Cullman with 4-legged friends
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each summer, the Warehouse District and the rest of downtown Cullman see a surge of visitors thanks to the annual 2nd Fridays street festival. Working with the Cullman Downtown Merchants Association (CDMA) Friday evening, the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce and...
Motorcycle crash south of Dodge City results in fatality
DODGE CITY, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash at approximately 6:10 a.m. on Friday, May 20, has claimed the life of a Remlap man.
Dustin Chase Nix, 20, was fatally injured when the 2015 Harley Davidson motorcycle he was operating crossed the center line and collided...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 4, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 4, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsSept. 2
domestic violence; CR 216
harassment; CR 1157
theft of property; CR 1169
domestic violence; CR 1383
harassment;...
PREP CHEER: ‘Always think positive things about yourself’: West Point’s Haylee Hernandez looking forward to senior season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior cheerleader Haylee Hernandez is heading into her third and final year as a varsity cheerleader and her first year as captain. She has had an amazing experience during her time on varsity so far and has learned...
Caroleene Dobson announces candidacy for secretary of state
MONTGOMERY, Ala. —Conservative Attorney Caroleene Dobson recently announced her candidacy for secretary of state in the 2026 Republican Primary.
Below is Dobson’s announcement.
“As Secretary of State, I will reduce fees on Alabama businesses, streamline services for the public, and I will never back down from...
‘Relay for Life Day’ proclaimed in Cullman
Pictured L-R: Michelle Kimbrough, Haley Marecle, Mayor Woody Jacobs, Gail Crutchfield and Linda Walker
CULLMAN - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Friday proclaimed May 4, 2018 “Relay for Life Day” in the city of Cullman in honor of the upcoming 2018 Cullman County Relay for...
Baileyton Town Council meets; Air Evac insurance agreement signed, seniors raising funds to honor local fallen hero
BAILEYTON - A regular Baileyton Town Council meeting was held on Monday night at Baileyton Town Hall. After normal housekeeping items, the council got on with the business of Air Evac insurance policies.
The council had a lengthy discussion with LaTere Jones, Air Evac sales...
Obituary: Nancy Marie Graham
Nancy Marie Graham, 69, of Pelham, Alabama passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2021. Nancy was born November 4, 1952 in Cullman, AL.
A visitation for Nancy will be held Friday, December 17, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home...
Cullman Police Department Approved for Body Cameras and Tahoes
CULLMAN – The Cullman City Police Department will be receiving about 35 body cameras and six Tahoes after a requests for approval from the Cullman City Council was authorized Monday evening.
Police Chief Kenny Culpepper requested to purchase body cameras with video management, storage and...
Obituary: Robbie Calton Davis
Robbie Calton Davis, 76, of Hanceville passed away Friday, Oct. 30, 2020 at Cullman Regional. She was born July 2, 1944 in Greenville, Mississippi to John Jewell and Fannie Elizabeth Calton.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Carrol Davis; and sisters Elizabeth...
Pet of the Week: help Max find his forever home
Update: Max has been reunited with his owner! Look for another sweet dog up for adoption today.
CULLMAN - Meet Max, The Tribune’s Pet of the Week. Max is an adult male Beagle.
“Hello, my name is Max. I am about 4 years old. My adoption...
Have breakfast with Santa this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local children have two chances to have breakfast with Santa Claus this Saturday, Nov. 16. Details are below.
Breakfast with Santa at St. Paul’s Lutheran School
Saturday, Nov. 16, 8:30-10:30 a.m. breakfast at St. Paul's Lutheran School in the gymnasium. A $5 donation...
Brown crowned Miss Enhancer, Hanceville Fair Queen Representative
Hanceville High School recently crowned Josey Brown Miss Enhancer as well as Hanceville High School Fair Queen Representative.
Brown is the daughter of Todd and Monica Brown.
Arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
No incidents reported.
Arrests
May 21
Berryhill, Susan Bonner, 46
third-degree domestic violence- harassment
Davis, Jessica Catherine, 37
FTA- unlawful...
Cullman Co. COVID-19 update: Nov. 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County added 29 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health, with 2,433 cases confirmed across the county since the beginning of the pandemic. Of those, 716 were confirmed in just...
Dale Greer Discusses the Work of the Alabama Workforce Council at Chamber’s Biscuits & Business Event
HANCEVIILLE – In July of 2014, Gov. Robert Bentley appointed industry leaders, educators and others to work on the Alabama Workforce Council. The council’s primary goal is to create a conversation between education and industry by advising and supporting the state Board of Education.
Assistant...
‘It’s an exciting day for our athletes’: Cullman City Schools breaks ground on new turf fields
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City School Board members, along with Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, joined Cullman High School administrators, coaches, players and others on Cullman High School’s Soccer Field Tuesday to celebrate the first steps of a project they’re all excited to see get underway....
Obituary: Dwayne Jackson
Dwayne Jackson, age 81, of Arkadelphia, Alabama passed away on June 28, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Herman Jackson and Verla McClure Jackson and his father and mother-in-law: Asa Hogland and Bertha Ogletree Hogland.
He...
Arrests and incidents reported September 14, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 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
September 9
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; general...
Cullman City School Board: March meeting notes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board at its meeting on Tuesday, March 18, began with awards and recognitions.
Jonathan Hayes was recognized as the AmFirst Teacher of the Month for serving the city school system as a teacher and coach for 20...
‘I think we’ve made some progress’
HOLLY POND, Ala. - With a long career of coaching and education behind him, and after serving one term as Holly Pond's mayor, “Coach” Bill Oliver chose not to run for re-election this year, saying, "It's someone else's turn to have all the fun."
The...
‘The Fab 4’: these long-term residents of the Cullman County Animal Shelter need forever homes
Left to right: Thumbnail, Jake, Eddy and Fred (Christy Perry for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Meet the four dogs who have resided at the Cullman County Animal Shelter the longest. These fur babies need a forever home.
Thumbnail
Thumbnail is a small free-spirited dynamo looking for his...
ALEA investigates 8 deaths on roadways, waterways 4th of July weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) investigated eight deaths during the 4th of July holiday period, from 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 3, to midnight Sunday, July 5.
ALEA Troopers in the Marine Patrol Division investigated two non-boating fatalities (drownings), and Troopers in...
Cullman County engineer gives update on CR 222
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Cullman County Commission’s monthly meeting on April 18, Cullman County Engineer Phillip Widner gave an update to the commissioners on the progress of the repairs to County Road 222, where a large sinkhole was discovered in late January. The damaged roadway is located near Interstate 65...
Rock the South- Cole Swindell Announced as Part of 2016 Lineup
CULLMAN - Rock the South continues to make a statement in 2016 with the addition of Cole Swindell to this year’s lineup. A Georgia boy, Swindell and his music is infectious and will make for an incredible addition to the party at Rock the...
‘Nightmare in Vinemont’ haunted attraction starts tonight
VINEMONT, Ala. - “Nightmare in Vinemont” begins this evening at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center. The haunted attraction and hayride, which will go from 7 p.m.-midnight, is a first for the Vinemont-Providence Volunteer Fire Department, but members say they hope to scare everyone...
ALDOT cautions against travel as conditions worsen
ALDOT advises motorists that travel is hazardous and expected to become more hazardous as conditions worsen tonight in north Alabama. Non-essential travel is strongly discouraged.
At this time, the only weather-related closure of a state-maintained route is on I-65, between Exit 310 (Alabama 157 at Cullman)...
Arrests and incidents reported January 20, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 20, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
January 18
unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 91theft of property;...
Obituary: Donna Clay
It is with great sadness that I announce the peaceful passing of my mother-in-law, Donna Clay, 96, Jan. 27, 2020.
She was born Sept. 11, 1923 to Node and Velma Soots in Frankton, Indiana.
She is survived by her daughter-in-law Shirley Clay; grandchildren Elisa Brousseau, Michelle...
Pedestrian struck, killed on I-65 Saturday morning
Updated July 20, 2024, at 10:10 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A single-vehicle crash involving two pedestrians resulted in the death of one. The crash occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. Saturday, July 20.
Alabama State Troopers said Madelyn R. Guerra, 20, of Adelphi, Maryland, a pedestrian,...
Huge crowd turns out for CPD’s community cookout
CULLMAN - As a way to bring the community together, the Cullman Police Department (CPD) worked with Cullman Cosmetic & Family Dentistry (CCFD) to hold a free cookout for Cullman residents on Friday. Members of the CPD and CCFD say they hope to make...
Hypnotist entertains for Make-a-Wish Foundation, wants to help veterans
The volunteers’ hypnotic antics included having their arms transformed into giant bunny ears.
HANCEVILLE - Comedic hypnotist Gary Conrad visited Wallace State Community College Sunday afternoon to help promote the work of the Make-a-Wish Foundation, which helps bring moments of joy to children fighting deadly...
Annual egg hunt a hopping good time
Members of Cullman's special needs community enjoyed an Easter egg hunt at The Field of Miracles Wednesday evening. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - Cullman Parks and Recreation (CP&R) Therapeutic Recreation and the Cullman Miracle League joined together for the groups’ annual Easter Egg Hunt at...
Rock the South set to leave Cullman; Decatur to take the stage
OCT. 2, 2025, UPDATE: Rock the South officially confirms move to Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala. - As early as Thursday, Oct. 2, Rock the South organizers are expected to announce what many residents have long heard as rumor: the festival will relocate from Cullman County to...
Obituary: Mary Beverly Allred
Mary Beverly Allred, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Cullman man facing manslaughter charge in Good Hope case
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A Cullman County man is now facing a manslaughter charge in connection with the death of a man in Good Hope last month.
On Wednesday, March 19, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Gregory Wayne Aycock, 55, of Cullman, on a...
Obituary: James R. Whitman
James R. Whitman, 85, of Haleyville entered into rest Monday, May 4, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
James was born May 14, 1934 in Winston County, Alabama. He proudly served his country for over 20 years in the United States Air...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 5, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 5, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsSept. 4
possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 437
harassment; CR 19
domestic violence; CR 1772
theft of property;...
City of Cullman breaks ground on OmniPlex Sports and Civic Center
CULLMAN, Ala. — The City of Cullman broke ground Thursday morning, Nov. 9, 2023, on the new OmniPlex Sports and Civic Center. The venue will be located adjacent to the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center and opposite the Field of Miracles in southwest Cullman.
"This...
WSCC Health Science students hold in-house COVID-19 vaccine clinic
Updated 2-5-21 at 3:31 p.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - There were smiles all around Friday morning on the campus of Wallace State Community College (WSCC) as health science students and instructors received their first doses of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine. The school hosted an Alabama Department of...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison advances to state tournament; Cullman, Arab fall at North Super Regional
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Three local squads were in Huntsville for this year’s North Super Regional Volleyball Tournament Wednesday and one of them is advancing to next week’s state tournament in Birmingham. The Addison Lady Bulldogs dominated Altamont (25-11, 25-8, 25-11) and Athens Bible (25-11,...
Gudger, Shedd receive awards for work on mental health care bills
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) recently presented Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman and Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview with “Legislator of the Year” awards. The awards were given to Gudger and Shedd because of their sponsorship of mental health...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point’s Baker turns adversity into opportunity
WEST POINT, Ala. -- This high school football season, one that many weren’t sure would happen, was loaded with high expectations for West Point. They have a solid senior class on a team loaded with talent, but after a series of heartbreaking, close losses,...
McCaleb crowned Grand Champion at Governor’s One-Shot Turkey Hunt
Despite some challenging weather conditions, the Alabama Governor’s One-Shot Turkey Hunt last week was another resounding success with numerous hunters from across the nation bagging an Alabama bird.
“We had hot and humid weather to start and then a line of thunderstorms came through,” said...
Naturally Alabama: Danger follows the buzz of summer
Every summer here in Alabama, there is an eerie buzz in the woods. Those living close to water are used to the regular serenade of croaking frogs. Their croaking usually begins just before sundown and continues until its crescendo around the crowing of the...
ADPH: COVID-19 vaccine remains limited, continued patience is urged as demand is great
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) knows that many Alabamians are ready to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and appreciates the patience of all citizens during this time. The demand for COVID-19 vaccine continues to exceed supply as Alabama has more...
CCSO arrest roundup
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrest roundup:
April 3
Deputies arrested William Bennett Clark, 67, of Hanceville, on multiple outstanding warrants stemming from multiple incidents that occurred over the past several years.
Clark is charged with second-degree stalking (warrant), public lewdness (warrant), trespassing (warrant) and trespassing (FTA).
April 4
Deputies attempted...
Wallace State student Amie Willoughby spending week at NASA’s Langley Research Center
Wallace State student Amie Willoughby is participating in the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars program’s visit to Langley Research Center in Virginia this week. Shown are Willoughby, center, and Wallace State math instructors, from left, Brandon Smith and Renee Quick.
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State...
Obituary: Kathy House Smith
Funeral services for Kathy House Smith, 64, of Joppa, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 1, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Chapel, with interment in Holly Pond Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Smith passed away Saturday morning,...
Obituary: Hazel Lorene Yarbrough
Hazel Lorene Yarbrough, 99, of Haleyville, entered into rest on January 13, 2019 at Haleyville Health Care Center surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Yarbrough was born on January 13, 1920, in Haleyville, Alabama. Lorene was a member of Sunny Home Baptist Church for 70...
Files from Yesteryear: June 21, 1934
From the files of June 21, 1934
WEST POINT NEWS
Vinemont R. 1, June 19—The wife of Jim Barnett died Sunday morning at 4 o'clock. The death of Mrs. Barnett caused sadness to the hearts of the family and the community. Mrs. Barnett is survived by...
Obituary: Jimmy Wayne Hamm
Jimmy Wayne Hamm, age 55 of Bremen, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2016, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham. He was born June 27, 1960, in Troy, Alabama, to parents Gary and Avis Rodgers Hamm.
Mr. Hamm is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Betty...
Warehouse District paving completed just in time for Christmas Open House
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s downtown merchants celebrated the opening of the Christmas shopping season Saturday with a communitywide retail open house, and the merchants of the Warehouse District got an early holiday treat with the completion of paving along the stretch of First Avenue...
Obituary: Carolotta Lou Cox-Miller
Funeral services for Carolotta Lou Cox-Miller of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Friday, May 12, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Damascus Cemetery. Reverend Wayne Wisener will officiate the service. Visitation for family and friends will be on...
Sheriff’s Office celebrates local senior’s 90th birthday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office likes to be involved in the community in more ways than just keeping law and order. On Monday, Sheriff Matt Gentry was honored to be part of a very special birthday celebration at the New Canaan Community...
Cullman welcomes 6 new firefighters, 4 police officers
CULLMAN - The Cullman City Council met on Monday night for a regular meeting with all council members present, and the council welcomed six new firefighters to Cullman Fire Rescue and four new police officers to the Cullman City Police Department.
Mayor Max A. Townson...
Obituary: Kenneth Denoy Kilgo
Funeral services for Kenneth Denoy Kilgo, age 61, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019, at Ebenezer Baptist Church with Rev. Dennis Trimble officiating; interment in Ebenezer Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Kilgo passed away...
That’s a wrap! for 2016 Cullman County Fair
CULLMAN - According to Cullman Lions Club members and fair workers, the 2016 Cullman County Fair was a slam dunk. The 62nd year broke records in attendance and the amount of funds collected. Cullman Lions Club member Jerry Bonner said, "It’s been a wonderful...
