Arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidentsMay 16
counterfeit $100s; State of Alabama; Hwy. 157
May...
Arrests and incidents reported July 15, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 15, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 12
reckless endangerment; CR 127theft of property; CR 1258domestic violence; CR 1336harassment; CR 1145attempt to...
HudsonAlpha launches new public education program
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - HudsonAlpha U is the new name and brand for the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology’s popular public education programs and resources.
“HudsonAlpha U Nights” is a series of evening events designed for a public audience. The events are free and open to the...
Obituary: JoAnn Townsend Fortenberry
JoAnn Townsend Fortenberry, 71, of Double Springs, passed away Feb. 28, 2023 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
JoAnn was born March 28, 1951 in Haleyville, Alabama to Bobby Joe Townsend and Jewel Orr Townsend. Family was the most important thing in her life. She loved...
Charges upgraded to murder in Garden City
CULLMAN, Ala. - After an arrest last week on charges of elder abuse, Chandler Reese Knowles, 28, of Bremen was charged with felony murder Monday following the death of his alleged victim on Saturday.
According to a media release from the CCSO, on Friday, March...
Students, community members welcome at Oct. 5 job fair at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE - An upcoming job fair at Wallace State Community College is shaping up as an event that will offer students and community members a chance to check into employment in a number of different areas.
So far, almost a dozen area employers have signed...
Obituary: Betty Louise Whaley
Funeral services for Betty Louise Whaley will be 3 p.m. Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Perry Knight and Rev. Joe McNalty officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Whaley went to be with the Lord Dec. 2,...
Vinemont community welcomes Pioneer Bakery
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - Pioneer Bakery in South Vinemont has quickly become a favorite destination for breakfast and lunch. Wednesday afternoon, the parking lot was filled with cars and trucks and the tables full of families and co-workers who, after many years of wanting,...
Chamber adds Furry 5K & 1-Mile Family Dog Walk to August’s 2nd Fridays event
CULLMAN - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center’s #WoofLocal movement is ready to take the 2nd Fridays spotlight! Enjoy a night out in beautiful downtown Cullman and lap up our dog-friendly community by taking part in the inaugural Cullman Area 2nd...
West Point council approves budget, talks community improvement
Construction of West Point's new fire station is set to be complete in about eight months. Photo from Oct. 11, 2016.
WEST POINT - The West Point Town Council held its regular monthly meeting on Monday. The biggest immediate order of business was the town's...
Colony Town Council meets, works toward filling empty seats and improving facilities
COLONY - The Colony Town Council met Tuesday evening at Colony Town Hall. Present were Mayor Donnis Leeth, Clerk Patricia Ponder and all current council members: Jamelle Dimbo (Finance), Curtis Johnson (Parks and Recreation) and Carolyn Twitty (Sanitation and Utilities).
After and invocation by Johnson,...
Wallace State volleyball continues to roll in ACCC play; WSCC golf teams each finish 4th in respective tournaments
Photo: Wallace State’s Abby Borden (14) squares up to assist teammates in Wednesday’s match vs. Gadsden State. Borden finished with 30 assists; Wallace State freshman Kaylee Maddox prepares to serve in Wednesday’s match vs. Gadsden State; Wallace State sophomore MaKenzie Bearden (16) attempts a...
Obituary: Zeak “Sonny” Clifford Mitchell, Jr.
Zeak "Sonny" Clifford Mitchell, Jr., passed away Nov. 29, 2020.
Cliff was born on March 15, 1933, in Cullman, Alabama, to Evelyn (Harris) and Zeak Mitchell, Sr. He graduated from Fairview High School in Cullman, AL. After high school, Cliff joined the United States Army....
CRMC to Host Free Heart Disease Community Screening
CULLMAN - In recognition of National Heart Month, Cullman Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is hosting a FREE Heart Disease Community Screening on Thursday, Feb. 4, by appointment only.
Consider these heart attack risk factors:
Are you over the age of 50?
Do you have high cholesterol?
Does heart...
No rain, no gain: runners turn out for Colors of Cancer Day 5K
Samantha Crawford poses with Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation President Louise Cole after finishing first in Saturday morning’s Colors of Cancer Day 5K race. / Nick Griffin for The Tribune
CULLMAN - This year’s Colors of Cancer Day kicked off at the Cullman County Fairgrounds...
Bureau of Land Management offers $1000 adoption incentives to give wild horses good homes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Agricultural Trade Center on Friday and Saturday hosted The Bureau of Land Management’s Wild Horse and Burro Adoption and Sale event. The BLM offers wild horses and burros for adoption or purchase at events across the country throughout the...
CHS seniors celebrate college picks with sidewalk art
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seniors preparing to depart Cullman High School have earned close to $5 million and counting in scholarships, so the school celebrated with a bit of an impromptu art project on the quad to showcase their college and career choices last week.
Seniors...
‘I’m just very proud of these kids’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville High School Leo Club hosted a blood drive at the school Thursday, seeing a huge response.
At midday, Leo Club sponsor Tina Weldon was excited about the turnout.
“The blood drive is amazing,” she said. “We had over 50 sign-ins; we...
All oyster harvest zones to close January 21, 2022
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Pursuant to Section 9-12-28, Code of Alabama 1975 as stated by Rule 220-3-.02, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) announces that all public water bottoms will close to the harvest of oysters at 2:00...
Obituary: Farris Gale Williams
Funeral services for Farris Gale Williams, 73, of Bremen, will be at 2 p.m. Sunday,
Oct. 20, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Eric Twilley officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Williams passed away Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019 at Cullman Regional....
Greens and Beans Bluegrass Festival a hit
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Downtown Merchants Association (CDMA) hosted its first Greens & Beans Bluegrass Festival at Depot Park Friday, with featured musicians Cotton Pickin’ Kids, Barefoot Nellie and Cottonmouth Creek. The park was filled with spectators.
In addition to music, the festival had...
Obituary: Bette Jean McMinn Morrison
Graveside Service for Bette Jean McMinn Morrison, age 83, of Cullman, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 30, 2021, at Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Morrison passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2021. She was born...
‘Small miracles’: CCBOE sings praises of maintenance department
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its Thursday meeting commended the school system’s maintenance department for its hard work preparing the district’s 29 schools for the start of the 2022-23 school year.
“We’ve pulled off some small miracles, and I...
Obituary: Larry Daniel Farr
Larry Daniel Farr, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on April 6, 2023, at the age of 78. Mr. Farr was born in Cullman County, Alabama, to Moses Daniel and Della Velva Bright Farr on March 15, 1945.
Mr. Farr served his country honorably in the...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Cold Springs advances with 52-23 win over Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Our first varsity matchup of this year’s Cullman County Basketball Tournament was a battle between the Cold Springs Lady Eagles and the Lady Bulldogs of Hanceville Monday night. The Lady Bulldogs took an early lead but the Lady Eagles, led by...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 25, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 25, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appea
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
August 24• identity theft; person• theft of property;...
Bringing out the Best: SERVPRO sanitizes Cullman Police vehicles
CULLMAN, Ala. - Technicians from SERVPRO’s Cullman office spent two days this week sanitizing vehicles for the Cullman Police Department (CPD), free of charge. The company approached the CPD to offer the cleaning as an act of community service.
CPD Capt. Gene Bates explained, “SERVPRO...
Obituary: Sheila Anne Brown
Sheila Anne Brown, 71, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023. Sheila was born in Somerville, MA. on March 27, 1952 to Vincent and Lorraine Barrett Brogna,
She is preceded in death by: husband: Charles Samuel Brown Jr., grandson: Charles Vincent Brown,...
POP Goes the Farmer’s Market
CULLMAN - The North Alabama Agriplex is partnering with Festhalle Farmer’s Market and Cullman County Extension to implement a national children’s program at the market for the 2016 season, which begins on April 2. Power of Produce, or POP for short, aims to increase...
Baileyton mulling urgent care facility
BAILEYTON - The Town of Baileyton held its monthly council meeting this week, where they welcomed guest Dr. Josiah Daily, who has expressed an interest in opening a cash-only urgent care facility in the town’s medical center.
“I want to bring the medical community back...
PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies defeat Holly Pond on the road 35-8 to finish regular season 8-2
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - On a clear and cold Friday night in Holly Pond, the Fairview Aggies traveled the short distance to play the Broncos in the final regular season football game for both teams. Fairview is headed to the playoffs as Holly Pond finishes its...
Cullman’s Keith Twitty earns CLCP designation
AREA safety manager Michael Kelley, left, and AREA president and CEO Fred Braswell, right, congratulate Keith Twitty, center, on his recent Certified Loss Control Professional (CLCP) designation.
MONTGOMERY - Keith Twitty of Cullman, who works as a safety specialist with the Alabama Rural Electric Association...
City Parks & Rec Youth Art Camp set for June 28-30
CULLMAN – Get your creative juices flowing at Cullman City Parks and Recreation’s Youth Art Camp, which will take place June 28-30 at the Cullman Civic Center. Registration is now open at the civic center or online at www.cullmanrecreation.org.
The camp will be Tuesday-Thursday from...
Obituary: George “Pokey” Ronald Pattillo
George Ronald Pattillo, “Pokey” age 80 of Cullman died Monday, Dec. 19, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Howard E. and Marcille Goodlett Pattillo; his brother, Keith E. Pattillo; and his son Clark Pattillo.
Ronnie is survived by his wife, Virginia Self Pattillo;...
Dusty Baker leaving Commission on Aging: ‘It’s bittersweet.’
CULLMAN, Ala. - After six years leading the Cullman County Commission on Aging, Director Dusty Baker has stepped down. His last day will be Friday, Feb. 12, and he calls his decision “bittersweet.” The Tribune sat down with Baker Tuesday to learn more.
Baker said...
‘Absolutely amazing’: A Ride to Honor the Fallen, inaugural Pitmaster Challenge raise money for Saving Forgotten Warriors
CULLMAN, Ala. - More than 120 bikes with more than 200 riders participated in A Ride to Honor the Fallen Saturday morning according to Derrick Barton, president of the Jack Aces Riding Club, which organized the ride. Proceeds from the ride will benefit the...
This Valentine’s Day, beware of scam artists on dating sites
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In February, many Alabamians will use online platforms seeking companionship, yet con artists are also lurking in these forums in hopes of exploiting the lonely and vulnerable for money. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall urged individuals using online dating sites to...
UPDATE: Falkville teen killed in Tuesday morning crash
Editor's Note: In Tuesday's original story, the victim was listed as a Cullman County teen.
CULLMAN COUNTY - A Falkville teenager was killed in a single-vehicle crash early Tuesday morning, according to Alabama State Troopers. The victim, 16, was officially identified Wednesday morning as Jacob...
Obituary: Evalene L. Price
Evalene L. Price, 97, of Addison, Alabama entered into rest on July 24, 2021 at Falkville Health and Rehab Center.
Mrs. Price was born on June 28, 1924. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church.
A graveside service will be on Wednesday, July 28, 2021...
Kickstands up! Miracle League invites athletes to cheer on charity motorcycle ride coming to Field of Miracles
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Miracle League for special needs athletes will get a visit at the Field of Miracles Saturday, June 13 from the Saints Motorcycle Club of Cullman County as the club takes a fundraising ride through the area. The club will leave...
Winners of Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest announced
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The winners of the 2021 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest are listed below. As usual, the judges had a very difficult time selecting the winning photos from among the thousands entered. The 2022 contest will be announced later this year.
“The abundant diversity...
ALEA: 19 fewer traffic fatalities in 2022 than 2021
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Over the course of 2022, Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division investigated crashes that resulted in 19 fewer lives lost on Alabama’s roadways.
This past year, ALEA Troopers investigated a total of 31,990 traffic crashes, which resulted in 10,914 injuries...
Obituary: Doris Mae Segars
Memorial services for Mrs. Doris Mae Segars, 75, of Vinemont are Thursday, May 9, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home directing.
Mrs. Segars passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at her residence. She was born on July...
WPHS coach on paid administrative leave amid allegations of inappropriate conduct with a student
WEST POINT - A West Point High School coach and teacher was placed on paid administrative leave late last week following what school officials said at the time were "rumors" of alleged inappropriate conduct with a student.
As of Thursday evening, Cullman County Schools Superintendent...
Genesis: New studio opens in Vinemont
Genesis welcomes all children, boys and girls alike, for lessons in dance, baton, tumbling, pageantry and color guard. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
VINEMONT - There’s a new studio in town. Genesis Performing Arts is now officially open in Vinemont. The ribbon was cut on...
$2.58M distributed to assist low-income families with utility costs
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $2.58 million to help low-income households with home energy costs during the winter months.
The grants will enable 18 community service agencies to provide funding to help low-income families heat their homes this winter.
“As we...
Obituary: Betty Dean Slaten
Funeral services for Betty Dean Slaten, 72, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22, 2021 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Tim Aris officiating; interment in Enon Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon-2 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Cora Keel Gipson
Cora Keel Gipson of Cullman passed away Sept. 18, 2020 at the age of 81. She was born Sept. 6, 1939 to Jimmy Joe and Loyice McCormick Keel.
She is preceded in death by her parents and brothers Joe Keel and James Keel.
Graveside services are...
Jenia Mae Griffith McPherson
Memorial services for Jenia Mae Griffith McPherson, 80, of Hanceville will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Hanceville Funeral Home is in charge...
Obituary: Tony Randle Lee
A memorial service is incomplete at this time for Tony Randle Lee, 58, of Baileyton.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Lee passed away July 3, 2023 at CRMC. He was born Aug. 11, 1964 to Euel Louis and Helen Ruth Davidson...
Obituary: Betty Jean O’Mary Smith
Betty Jean O’Mary Smith, longtime resident of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away peacefully in her home on Jan. 13, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Harvey Lee O’Mary and Eloise Baughn O’Mary, and her sister, Jimmie O’Mary Mitchell. She is survived...
UPDATE: Logan’s files for bankruptcy, will close 18 restaurants
CULLMAN - We reported last week that Logan’s Roadhouse Inc. was said to be close to filing Chapter 11 bankruptcy. According to a news release from the Nashville-based chain, the company officially filed on Monday, and will be closing 18 underperforming restaurants.
The statement said,...
Obituary: Paul Forrest Newman
Paul Forrest Newman died peacefully March 11, 2020 at Duke Hospice in Durham, North Carolina.
He was born Aug. 18, 1959 in Lawton, Oklahoma, the second son of Betty Engel Newman and the late Lt. Col. Francis W. Newman.
Paul was a graduate of Jefferson Davis...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
November 16• theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; Olive...
Profile: Flourish of Cullman
For Cullman’s handicapped citizens, there is now a new and exciting organization to make interviewing, getting a job and keeping it much easier and more comfortable for those who might not always be confident in their search for employment.
According to Executive Director of Flourish...
2nd annual Think Pink Luncheon set for Oct. 10th
CULLMAN, Ala. - Join Cullman Regional at the second annual Think Pink Women’s Health Luncheon Thursday, Oct. 10 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Top of the Town in downtown Cullman.
The luncheon will feature Wallace State Math Instructor Renee Quick, who will share her inspiring...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1930 and 1950
From the files of 1930:
The honor roll of seniors at Cullman High School for the first semester includes: Maria Callahan, Charon Denson, Alfred Glaser, Margaret Hartung, Mary Ellen Hines, Mary Johnson, Vonda Lee Johnston, Edna Martin, Eunice Martin, Frances McPherson, Ruby Philpot, Eldon Simpson,...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Arts in the Garden
ARTS IN THE GARDEN is a new way to enjoy the natural beauty of Sportsman Lake, the 70-year old, Cullman County Parks and Recreation, multiuse, fresh air refuge. The Woodlands & Wildflower Garden of the park will be an outdoor arts center, FREE and...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Holly Pond sweeps tri-match with Southeastern, West Point
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond hosted a tri-match with West Point and Southeastern Monday night and the Lady Broncos collected wins over both of them. The Lady Broncos collected sweeps of the Lady Mustangs and the Lady Warriors while West Point picked up...
Community gathers for Empty Bowls
CULLMAN, Ala. – Touching the heart of many on Monday was the return of Empty Bowls of Cullman County, which raised money for the Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) Food Bank. The goal of the event was to raise money and awareness about hunger...
2018 4th District Art Competition returning to Wallace State
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama on Friday called for entries in the 2018 Congressional Art Competition.
“I am pleased once again to be a sponsor of the United States Congressional Art Competition for high school students within the 4th District. This is...
Arrest report: Dec. 14
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 14. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Bartlett, Robin 53
parole violation/revocation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Bevington, Ronald Eric, 49
nonsupport
Bigham, Tracy Michelle 42
liability insurance required
Calloway, Jeffery Craig, 34
failure to appear- driving while...
Severe Weather Sales Tax Holiday this Friday through Sunday
Photo courtesy of the Alabama Retail Association
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – From Friday, Feb. 22, to Sunday, Feb. 24, Alabama will observe its eighth annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. The Alabama Retail Association encourages Alabamians to restock emergency supplies in homes, workplaces and vehicles during this three-day...
Obituary: Edna M. Cole
A visitation for Edna M. Cole, 83, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 31, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mrs. Cole was born on August 31, 1937 to Albert and Ovella (Johnson) Vaughn. She died at her residence surrounded...
Holly Pond Historical Society Unveils New Marker
My family has attended First Baptist Church Holly Pond since the beginning, as my ancestors were charter members. The Church celebrated 130 years of ministry in this community. It is my prayer that church with continue to thrive and share the Gospel for generation to...
Obituary: Craig Brooks
Craig Brooks, 57, of Blountsville, Alabama, passed away on September 14, 2021. He was born October 9, 1963.
Mr. Brooks is preceded in death by his parents: Fred and Gertrude Brooks.
He is survived by his sons: Daniel Brooks and Heath Brooks; brothers: David and Sylvia...
Attorney asks for continuance on multifamily dwelling request
CULLMAN, Ala. – The conditional use request for multifamily dwellings on John Cooper Drive S.E. off Old Hanceville Highway was withdrawn by attorney Matthew Carter at the Cullman Planning Commission meeting on Monday, Feb. 6.
The proposed project, consisting of 12 apartment buildings housing 400...
WSCC welding student Jacob Humphrey participates in 2nd round of AWS/SkillsUSA world competition this week
Wallace State student Jacob Humphrey will compete this week in the second round of the American Welding Society/Skills USA world competition.
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State welding student Jacob Humphrey is ready for the second round of the American Welding Society/SkillsUSA world competition. Humphrey is among...
MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Vinemont topples Good Hope 30-22 to win County Championship
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – This year’s county middle school football season is in the books and after edging the Good Hope Raiders 30-22 in Tuesday night’s championship game, the Vinemont Eagles are your Cullman County Champions. The Eagles secured the win after Kayden Henderson...
Special needs event kicks off 2018 Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Rodeo
Cullman County Sheriff’s Deputy Shane Chambers gives a wagonful of attendees a ride at Thursday’s special needs rodeo at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN - Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry often refers to it as the “heart...
Obituary: Estelle T. Black
Funeral service for Estelle T. Black, 96, of Hanceville will be at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Arkadelphia First Baptist Church with interment in Arkadelphia Cemetery, and Rev. Harce Swann officiating. The body will lie in state Tuesday at the church from...
Hometown health care: new Hanceville clinic open for business
Sabrina and Kenneth Nail, center, cut the ribbon to officially open Hanceville Primary Healthcare on Monday, Oct. 30, 2017 / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - On Monday afternoon, Sabrina Nail and her husband, Mayor Kenneth Nail, cut the ribbon to open Hanceville Primary Healthcare (HPH) for...
Vinemont council approves zoning variance
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of Vinemont called a Public Hearing Tuesday evening to discuss a request for a zoning variance for properties at 104, 116, 130, 148 on Federer Street. Richard Neese with Tenax Enterprises LLC applied for the variance to the zoning...
U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne speaks at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College welcomed U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne, R-Alabama Thursday morning, the second of two meetings the college hosted in order for constituents to meet and ask questions of members of Congress. The first meeting was held Sept. 30 with...
Obituary: Carlie James Hann
Visitation for Carlie James Hann, age 82 of Cullman, will be from 2:00-3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 29, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Fairview West Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Hann passed away on Monday,...
Former astronaut heads Elks Lodge Flag Day observance
Brigadier Gen. Robert L. Stewart, a former U.S. astronaut, addresses the crowd at the Cullman Elks Lodge Wednesday evening. / Andrew Cryer
CULLMAN - The Cullman Elks Lodge held its annual Flag Day observance ceremony this week, featuring special guest speaker Brigadier Gen. Robert L....
Obituary: Doris Ann Moore
Funeral service for Doris Ann Moore, 78, of Fyffe, Alabama will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be Monday from noon until 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Daniel Oliver will be officiating and...
Obituary: Brenda Harris
Brenda Harris, 63, of Cullman entered into the arms of our loving Father Friday, April 17, 2020. She was born Oct. 27, 1956 in Cullman County to Leon and June Harris.
Brenda was a very special girl and was treasured not only by her family,...
RAD Kids Program Teaches Children to Resist Aggression Defensively
CULLMAN – Officer Cindy Rohrscheib led a program for children at the Cullman Civic Center last week designed to teach kids about basic safety and how to defend themselves against attackers. RAD, which stands for Resisting Aggression Defensively, not only instructs children what to...
Victim Services seeks to bring Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - For victims of sexual violence in Cullman County, access to rapid response by forensic personnel trained to deal with the particular issues of those crimes is limited. Children and teens can turn to Brooks’ Place Child Advocacy Center and its Forensic...
Wallace State’s Applied Technologies hosts 4th annual Career and Technical Letter of Intent Signing Day
Signing with Wallace State’s Aviation/Flight Technology program were Anthony Hall and Jacob Martin during the 4th annual Career and Technical Signing Day. Bert Mackentepe is the program chair.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Francisco Tomas is eager to get immersed into Wallace State’s Electronics Technology program once...
Obituary: Okley Verron Shelton
Okley Verron Shelton of Hanceville passed away at his residence Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at the age of 81.
Mr. Shelton was a member and deacon at Shelton Grove Baptist Church. He worked at Winn Dixie until 1982 when he retired. He later worked for...
Wallace State golf practice facility named for longtime Coach Dan York
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A golf practice facility in the Wallace State Wellness Center was officially named in honor of the late Coach Dan York this week with family, friends, employees and current and former players in attendance. That facility includes an indoor driving range...
Baileyton Town Council meets; dangerous intersection, senior utility assistance discussed
BAILEYTON - A regular Baileyton Town Council meeting was held on Tuesday night, one day later than the council’s usual first Monday of the month meeting.
After all regular housekeeping items were taken care of, the council moved on to new business.
Mailers regarding Air Evac...
COVID-19: Holly Pond’s Oliver: ‘We’re all in this together’
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council had a special-called meeting Tuesday evening to discuss an action plan for the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, including the proclamation of a state of emergency for the town. The proclamation will make it easier for the...
Hidden garden
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the start of summer comes warm weather and bright sunny days, giving the perfect weather conditions to enjoy some time outdoors. Cullman County has no shortage of outdoor activities and recreation areas, though some may be more well-known than others....
Crane Hill man arrested for burglary and assault
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic violence call after a local man broke into a nearby residence and threatened the family inside.
Christopher Lee Sanford, 37, of Crane Hill, was arrested Oct. 4 by CCSO deputies following a...
Obituary: Tracy Van Bishop
Tracy Van Bishop, 51 of Atlanta, Georgia entered into rest on March 8, 2019 at his home.
Tracy was born on Sept. 8, 1967 in Jasper, Alabama. He graduated from Winston County High School in 1985, Ole Miss class of 1989, Ole Miss Grad School...
Senator Paul Bussman Discusses House Bill 26 at Public Forum
I think the five commissioners would give more citizen involvement. I think the bill was written in such a way that it saves money, so it would be a good thing. Some change every once in a while is good.”
Bob Burns
Granddaddy always told me,...
(Update) 1 killed in Jones Chapel wreck
Updated 12-8-20 at 10 p.m.
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - A two-vehicle wreck claimed the life of one man Tuesday afternoon in Cullman County. The incident happened at the intersection of County Roads 1107 and 1114 in the Jones Chapel community at approximately 2:30.
Cullman County Coroner...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman collects 53-13 win at Lee Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Cullman hit the road Friday night for a non-regional matchup against the Generals of Lee Huntsville and the Bearcats took advantage of several turnovers and a great night on the ground to put together a 53-13 performance and return home with...
Obituary: Janette Howse “Net” Fuller
Janette Howse “Net” Fuller, age 82, of Cullman, passed away Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born May 15, 1940, in Cullman, Alabama. She worked at Cullman Regional Hospital. She was a very loving and giving person....
Obituary: Samuel Adair Mobley (Updated)
A memorial service for Samuel Adair Mobley, 71, of Cullman, will be Monday, October 11, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Mobley family.
Mr. Mobley passed away Thursday, October 7, 2021...
Obituary: Gladys Garrison Hayes
Gladys Garrison Hayes, 92, of Addison entered into rest Monday, Jan. 18, 2021 at Decatur Morgan Hospital.
Mrs. Hayes was born Aug. 1, 1928 in Winston County, Alabama. To most people who knew her, she was known as “Granny Hayes.” She was a hardworking poultry...
Obituary: William Robert Lumpkin, Jr.
Memorial service details for William Robert Lumpkin, Jr., 88, of Blountsville, Alabama are incomplete and will be announced at a later date.
Mr. Lumpkin was born Feb. 4, 1932 to William Robert and Leila Foster Lumpkin. He passed from this life Sept. 3, 2020.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Virginia Dale Bridges
Virginia Dale Bridges, age 87 of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022, at Lakeland community hospital.
Virginia was born on Feb. 2, 1935, in Winston County, Alabama.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022 from 10 - 11 a.m. at Nichols...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 28, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 28, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
November 27• unauthorized use of vehicle; person• domestic...
Baileyton adopts resolution opposing ‘Project X,’ CCBOE’s multi-use sports complex
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton Town Council on Monday night adopted a resolution officially opposing the Cullman County Board of Education's (CCBOE) "Project X," the multi-use sports complex set to be built near Alabama Highway 157 and Interstate 65. The new county half-cent sales...
Obituary: Judy Marie Tankersley
Judy Marie Tankersley was born on October 2, 1971 in Huntington, West Virginia and passed away on June 1, 2021 in Cullman, Alabama and is under the care of Moss Service Funeral Home.
They were preceded in death by son: Nathan Calloway; sisters: Cassandra L...
Alabama’s December unemployment rate 6.2%; Cullman’s 4.9%
MONTGOMERY – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted December unemployment rate is 6.2 percent, up from November’s revised rate of 5.9 percent, and below December 2015’s rate of 6.3 percent. December’s rate represents 136,409 unemployed persons,...
