CULLMAN, Ala. - According to Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division, troopers arrested Austin Edward Turrentine, 20, of Cullman at 11:38 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 20,
Turrentine was arrested and charged with reckless murder, reckless manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide.
The arrest is the result of a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3:08 a.m. on July 24, 2020...
An uprooted tree is seen on County Road 617 in White City Thursday, March 14, 2019. (Gary McGriff for The Cullman Tribune)
Updated 3-15-19 4:39 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The National Weather Service (NWS) on Friday determined that it was an EF1 tornado with peak winds of 105 mph that touched down in Cullman County between White City and Holly Pond...
CULLMAN, Ala.-
Area funeral homes are having to change the way they plan services as they
adjust to guidelines set forth by the state. Local funeral homes have
implemented new protocols and new innovative ideas. They also want the public
to know they are prepared to handle the needs of the community and have plans
in place in case COVID-19 deaths were to spike.
Mike...
UPDATED: 10-26-19 at 8:49 P.M.
From the Cullman County Sheriff's Office:
"We have confirmed through our investigation that the shooting of the juvenile was accidental."
Updated 10-26-19 5:41 p.m.
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Multiple sources have confirmed to The Tribune that a small child has been shot at a residence along the 400 block of County Road 597 near the community of...
Take a drive down to 191 County Road 741 and you’ll see an
unpaved road that leads to a “dead end” sign; keep driving and you’ll find a
fenced area with what looks to be an abandoned hiking trail. When approaching
the trail and exploring with a guide, you’ll come to find out there’s a
murderer on the loose with a chainsaw…
The Dead...
Updated 10-23-20 at 9:33 p.m.
WELTI, Ala. – A wreck involving a vehicle and a Cullman County Schools bus Friday morning sent five students to the hospital for evaluation, and Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette said the bus driver, Rodney Hays, “did an excellent job” protecting the children. The crash happened in front of Welti School in the...
Photo shows Austin Evans of Davidson Homes.
CULLMAN - The Cullman Planning Commission met on Tuesday night at the City Hall Auditorium where present members, Andy Page, Bobby Kelley, Wendell Copeland, Cherri Drake, Gene Green, Mike Voss, Steve Cummings and Barrett Richard, took part in the almost one-hour long meeting. One member of the commission, Mayor Max Townson, was absent.
After...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests late last week in regard to theft and/or drugs.
On Wednesday, Nov. 3, Faith Loggins Carter, 54, of Vinemont, was stopped for traffic violations in the Vinemont area.
Cullman County Deputies were able to determine that the vehicle she was driving had been reported stolen.
She was placed under arrest...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Amberly and Shane Lee opened HeavenLee Companion Aquamation in March of 2022 to give people a better option when faced with the death of their family pet. They offer aquamation, also known as alkaline hydrolysis, which is a water-based cremation. It is a more environmentally friendly option than fire cremation since it uses no fossil fuels...
Duck River Reservoir (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - As The Cullman Tribune reported exclusively last week, the Duck River Reservoir is opening Tuesday, July 17.
The Cullman Economic Development Agency alerted the media late Monday night: "The reservoir will open to the public at 10 a.m. tomorrow following the ribbon cutting. In order to fish, all must have the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The “Biggest Party in the South” is back on August 5 and 6, 2022 – with an incredible lineup of musicians that fans can look forward to hearing live in Cullman, Alabama.
Organizers of Pepsi Rock the South Driven by Mitch Smith Chevrolet will have Morgan Wallen and ALABAMA as the 2022 headliners, along with other well-known...
Beggars & Thieves pays it forward for those in need
CULLMAN, Ala. – You've likely seen Beggars & Thieves around town. The large black and gold mobile barbering unit, owned and operated by Jon Shiflett, is a decked-out man cave on wheels, featuring sage green boards and batten, a faux fireplace with a large flat screen and sprinkled with vintage...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman currently has available employment opportunities with the Utilities Board, Street Department, Police Department and the Sanitation Department.
City Human Resources Director Michelle Bates acknowledges that the city government jobs have been affected by the national labor shortage. She says, “It is harder to hire more qualified candidates right now than it has been.”...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 18, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
January 13
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1034trespassing; CR 1354unlawful possession of controlled substance; illegal possession of prescription drugs; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1605unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Cullman recently honored Mother Mary Rose, LIHM Sister, during a covered dish dinner and reception in the Family Life Center. Several religious items were presented to her, including a plaque stating, "Somebody in Alabama is praying for you!"
Fr. Patrick Egan, OSB, pastor, praised Mother's religious dedication and efforts during her six-year tenure at...
Oh it was terrible, parts of the plane hanging on bushes and in the wooded areas. Legs here and arms there, it was awful. I was writing for the Tribune at the time, but I didn’t write about that though. I don’t ever want to see anything like that again.”
Imogene (Drake) Lawrence
BATTLEGROUND – If you drive along Highway 157...
CRANE HILL, Ala. – A single motor vehicle collision along County Road 940 claimed the life of a 16-year-old male early Tuesday afternoon. According to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, the male was an “unrestrained driver” from the Crane Hill community.
“At this time the name of the driver will not be released as he was a minor at the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - BMI, the largest music rights organization in the U.S., filed a federal lawsuit June 25, 2022, against the Cullman franchise of Moe’s Original Bar B Que, alleging the business allowed the “unauthorized public performance of musical compositions from the BMI repertoire” in October 2019, according to court documents. This is the second such suit BMI has...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After racking up big numbers through the air and on the ground for the Aggies last season, junior quarterback Parker Martin has earned an invitation to one of the premier passing academies in the country. Martin was selected to participate in this year’s ‘The Duel’ quarterback competition in Atlanta July 17-19. Martin’s performance under center and...
“I can’t say that I’ve got any regrets. I think we’ve done a good job over the years. We’re going out at the top of our game, nobody ran us out and everybody had a shot at it.”
Doug Boike, owner
CULLMAN – For the past 60 years the corner of First Avenue and Third Street has been home to an...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Jones Chapel woman died Sunday morning around 2:30 a.m. after being attacked by two dogs according to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick.
Ronda Persall, 57, of Jones Chapel was declared deceased from a dog attack by Kilpatrick when he arrived at the scene.
Kilpatrick said the dog attack occurred outside of her home by two local dogs...
The Living Faith Quartet is the host group for the inaugural North Alabama Quartet Convention, which will take place Jan. 18-19, 2019 at Temple Baptist Church in Cullman. (Lisa Jones Photography)
CULLMAN - On Jan. 18-19, 2019, Living Faith Ministries of Cullman will host the inaugural North Alabama Quartet Convention at Temple Baptist Church. The event will bring together musicians...
Updated 8-16-19 at 8:00 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man died Friday morning in a house fire along the 800 block of Scenic Drive Northeast in the city of Cullman. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick identified the victim as Jonathan Patrick McKoy, 45. He said McKoy's body has been sent to Huntsville for autopsy.
Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Brian...
Luette Benefield, left, and Wilma Whateley
HOLLY POND - Holly Pond High School has seen several new teachers in the past few years. New teachers for agriculture and physical science came this year, and last year brought a new English teacher. Now, the school will be looking to replace two more beloved faculty members: Luette Benefield, longtime band director, and...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- The Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) announced Wednesday that the
Duck River Reservoir will reopen to boat fishing Thursday, March 26. In a
message, CEDA Director Dale Greer wrote:
The main boat ramp on the East Side of the
Reservoir at the dam and the launch on the West side of the lake off County
Road 1670 (formerly County Road 1651) will...
QUINCY, Mass. – Festive meals, flickering lights and holiday decorations are all hallmarks of the holiday season. However, Christmas trees, candles, electrical decorations and cooking all contribute to an increased number of home fires during December, making it one of the leading months for U.S. home fires.
To help everyone enjoy a fire-safe holiday season, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is...
Updated 10-29-19 10:43 a.m.
Below is a list of fall/Halloween events happening around the community. Know of one we missed? Send your information to wendy@cullmantribune.com.
Cullman County CASA Trunk or Treat
Tuesday, Oct. 29, 5-8 p.m.
Cullman County CASA, 402 Arnold St. NE Suite W-1, Cullman
No tricks here!! Come in your Halloween costumes and enjoy an evening of safe family fun, fellowship, and...
BETHSADIA - After the turmoil of the last month within the Bethsadia Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD) came to a very public head yet again Thursday night, fire department Board member and newly-appointed Assistant Chief Alan Edwards asked to speak to the Tribune, to share his point of view on the events.
Edwards has been a BVFD firefighter for 18 years,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Throwback Outdoor Cinema is a new drive-in theater that opened in Cullman the first weekend in December. Brandi and Seth Powell, of Cullman, started the theater showing Christmas films at the Cullman County Fairgrounds. Seth and Brandi began the theater with just the two of them. They said they had always wanted to start a drive-in...
Updated 9-27-19 at 7:09 a.m.
JOPPA, Ala. - One person was killed in a structure fire in the Joppa community Thursday evening. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick identified the victim as Wilford Collier, 79, of Joppa.
The fire destroyed a camper on a property in the 200 block of County Road 1809.
The incident occurred shortly before 5 p.m.
The Joppa Volunteer...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Deputies responded to the Good Hope area around 1:00 a.m. on Halloween for reports of gunshots.
Brody Austin Petix, 20, of Gardendale, was arrested on charges of public intoxication and hunting at night.
Petix was located and determined to be intoxicated. There was also evidence that he had been hunting. Petix was arrested and transported...
Team members include (left to right) Alex Millwood, Seth Campbell, Leigh Ann Smithson, Mykenzie Lamb, Miguel Perales and Damon Gustafson. Their teacher is Shannon Bridges.
VINEMONT - A group of Vinemont High School students took first place in a portion of a NASA-themed competition at the University of Alabama in Huntsville recently. Students from Alabama high schools compete in UAH’s...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests during traffic stops over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
One day prior, on June 30, a traffic stop in Baileyton resulted in the arrest of Charles Leon Nichols, 58, of Baileyton. Deputies allegedly found narcotics during a search of Nichols and his vehicle. He was...
BREMEN, Ala. – The Top 9 Smith Lake Idol contestants
will perform tonight at 8 p.m. at Rooster’s Corner. The inaugural Smith Lake
Idol contest has been entertaining residents since late June, thanks to Patrick
“Kat Daddy” Watson, Drew “Rooster” McClendon and Smith Lake Productions’ Kris
and Kelly Eddins.
The Tribune reached out to the contest’s Top 6 contestants:
Josh Wade, Meghan Grenaway, Johnathan Ralph,...
CULLMAN - Mary Hovater has officially announced her candidacy for Cullman City School Board, Place 1. The seat is being vacated by Kim Addison, who has announced that she will not seek reelection.
Hovater, a life-long resident of Cullman, graduated from Cullman High School in 1991 and Wallace State in 1994. She began working for NASA through the Cooperative Education...
FAIRVIEW - On Friday, Luke Macias asked Anna Hampton to be his date for his senior prom. No big deal, right? It happens in every high school in every town across the country around this time each year. But this was a big deal. Actually quite a large deal! When Macias, 18, asked Anna, 15, he did it by...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 25, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 22
harassment; CR 599
unlawful possession controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; resisting arrest; CR 1082
menacing; assault; Pine Lane Dr.
theft of property; CR 222
theft of...
Updated 2-6-21 at 8:26 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A retired Cullman Police officer was injured in a head-on crash Saturday afternoon. Jimmie Johnson, 72, of Baileyton was taken by ambulance to UAB Hospital in Birmingham for treatment of his injuries.
The crash, which happened at approximately 3:25 along Alabama Highway 69 between Alabama Highway 157 and U.S. Highway 278, was investigated...
Warning: This article includes graphic language.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Defendant Jason Crawford, on trial for the murder of his wife Tiffiney Joy Crawford, took the stand Friday, Nov. 18 as the first witness of the day in Judge Martha Williams’ courtroom. He stated that on May 2, 2017, the day of the victim’s death, his suspicions about his wife’s infidelity...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Three separate incidents allotted five drug-related arrests over the weekend for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
On Saturday, May 28, CCSO deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Colony area. Carthell Alan Morgan, 59, of Hanceville (pictured above) was identified as the driver. Rufus Parker, 57, and Virginia Morgan, 58, both of Hanceville, were passengers in the vehicle. A...
Cullman FBC Pastor Tom Richter
CULLMAN - It’s a long way from New York to Cullman, but Tom Richter had good reasons to come. He’s the new pastor at Cullman First Baptist Church (FBC), having started March 26. The Tribune sat down with Richter this week, to get to know him a little better.
“Richter” is a well-known name around Cullman,...
Wallace State Aviation/Flight Technology students Tim Hill, left, and Johnathan Johnson utilize the helicopter simulator recently.
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s Aviation/Flight Technology program has recently added a flight simulator for its helicopter training.
“This training device is a great asset to our program. A helicopter makes for a poor classroom because it’s vibrating and so noisy. Therefore, students can learn the...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - As it continues to confront lawsuits and other legal issues related to an early June wastewater spill than contaminated miles of the Mulberry Fork and a short portion of the Sipsey Fork, Tyson Foods subsidiary River Valley Ingredients has also had two recent road spills from trucks going to the company’s Hanceville plant.
The first occurred...
CULLMAN – The Cullman Police Department, Cullman Fire and Rescue, Cullman Power Board, Cullman Street Department, along with Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson are all asking the public to stay away from affected areas from the flooding which occurred on Christmas Day.
"These areas are still not secure at this time and we don't want anyone to be injured trying...
From left, Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics shares a conversation with Bill St. John and Scotty Hooper during Wednesday’s Student Investment Luncheon and Auction. Image credit: WSCC
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s Future Foundation hosted its 12th annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction on Wednesday, raising more than $185,250 to fund student scholarships at the college.
Future Foundation donors and scholarships...
CULLMAN - The investigation into the suspicious death of a local woman is still ongoing, and two persons of interest are still on authorities' radar, according to Cullman City Police Department Capt. Becky Boyd.
"Jerome Flanigan and Kayla Thursby have not been excluded from our investigation," Boyd said on Sunday afternoon.
Boyd says Flanigan and Thursby, both of Cullman County, are...
The cast at the dress rehearsal Thursday afternoon
CULLMAN - Almost every church, be it high church or low church, traditional or contemporary, from the classical parish hall to the rented storefront, has its Christmas traditions. This time of year, we see "hanging of the green," "carols by candlelight" and cantatas galore.
At Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in downtown Cullman,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests as a result of drug-related charges over the last few days countywide.
On Thursday, March 10, CCSO deputies conducted a traffic stop south of the city of Cullman.
Cooper Dale Garrison, 21, (pictured above) of Garden City was the driver of the vehicle. Alexis Bethany Marie Villa (19) of Cullman, was...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman (VSOC) hosted a night of fun and dancing Saturday at Top of the Town. The inaugural Masquerade Ball drew a big crowd who stepped out in their beautiful gowns, tuxedos and masks for a party with a purpose- raising money for victims of abuse, violence and trauma.
Partygoers enjoyed delicious appetizers and cocktails...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has been attempting to locate Christopher Todd Burton in the area of County Road 1251.
He is wanted for questioning in an isolated incident that occurred earlier today.
“We ask that the citizens be mindful and aware and report any suspicious activity in the area,” Sheriff Matt Gentry said.
Previously stated by the...
HOLLY POND, Ala. - A woman allegedly involved in an altercation with a Marathon gas station clerk Sunday night just before 10 p.m. was arrested on unrelated outstanding warrants after her picture was shared on social media.
Tammie Leann Huskey, 28, of Somerville, allegedly bit the clerk on her genitalia in the incident.
A statement made by the clerk, who wishes...
Annual Clothed in Cullman event raises funds for Curt’s Closet
CULLMAN, Ala. - Curt’s Closet held its largest fundraiser of the year on Thursday night, May 9, at Stone Bridge Farms’ Browne Stone Centre. The house was packed for the sold-out event, and the community showed up with support and love for Ashley Wilson and her nonprofit, which was founded...
DODGE CITY - Dodge City Days is rolling into town tomorrow. Said Dodge City Mayor Tawana Canada, the town holds the event so community members can come together and “celebrate our town and how wonderful we are.”
Vendors kick off the event at 8 a.m., followed by inflatables for children, which will be located directly behind the People’s Bank on...
CULLMAN - Bradford Neal Meeks, the man who has been at the center of the investigation into the fatal car crash that claimed the life of Cullman High School student and athlete Curtis James Wilson, 15, on Sunday, May 7, 2017, has been indicted by a grand jury for reckless murder. Meeks was indicted in Cullman County last week...
CULLMAN COUNTY - Former Cullman County Commission Chairman James Donald Graves, 74, of Vinemont, has been arrested and charged with first-degree sexual abuse after allegedly molesting a minor. The charge is a felony.
Graves was elected Chairman of the Cullman County Commission in 2008 and served until he was defeated by current Chairman Kenneth Walker in 2012.
According the Cullman County...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s east side recently welcomed a new shop that is likely to become a popular stop for folks who enjoy eating fresh traditional foods and supporting local farmers. Mavens & Makers, located in the Vogel Building at 609 U.S. Highway 278 E near East Point, specializes in slow-grown heritage meats from the Cullman County farm of...
CULLMAN – Cullman City Parks and Recreation was recognized recently at the Alabama Recreation and Parks Association’s state conference with two awards: Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs received the Chester Freeman Park Board Award and Dinner on First won the Innovative Program or Event of the Year for cities with populations 15,000 or more.
Additionally, several other awards were won by...
Update 2-3-21 8:44 a.m.
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Town of Baileyton has a new shopping opportunity beginning this Saturday. Councilman Dewayne Sumner announced Monday night Baileyton Bargain Days, which will take place the first and third Saturday of each month from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the old Baileyton fire station next to the town’s park.
The Town of Baileyton has partnered...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama High School Athletic Association’s (AHSAA) Central Board of Control (CBC) approved new spring sports area alignments Tuesday afternoon and there are plenty of local teams shuffling around. The CBC’s unanimous action came at the Spring Sports Classification meeting which followed a work session Monday at the AHSAA Office.
“I want to thank the Central Board...
Updated 8-29-20 11:12 p.m.
Statement from Lt. Chad Pate with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division:
The body of the missing boater Dustin New from Fultondale was recovered tonight, Saturday, August 29. Dustin New went missing on July 16 while boating in the Cullman County area of Smith Lake. Divers recovered him from about 90 feet of water. ...
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2020/07/20/search-continues-on-smith-lake-for-missing-boater-dustin-new/
Updated 7-17-20 at 11:32 a.m.
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Authorities say the operator of a boat found capsized on Smith Lake near Trident Marina Thursday afternoon is still unaccounted for. The incident occurred at approximately 1:45 p.m. Authorities do not know if the man, identified as Dustin New, 26, of Fultondale, made it to shore.
Emergency responders from the Alabama...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune is looking into the issue of homelessness in Cullman County. Over the course of a few articles, we will try to get an idea of the scope of the problem, talk to some people who are trying to address it and see what is being done and what needs to be done.
Statewide...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made four arrests countywide from child pornography, forcible rape and other related charges this week.
On Monday, February 14, CCSO Deputies arrested Brian Michael Kuykendall, 33, of Hanceville on multiple Grand Jury indictments. He was charged with possession of child pornography (GJ) and production of pornography with minors (GJ).
Also on Monday, CCSO...
Updated 7-9-19 10:59 p.m.
VINEMONT, Ala. - An ATV accident north of Vinemont Tuesday evening along the Cullman/Morgan County line near Lacon has left one person with severe injuries, according to Cullman EMS Director James Curtis.
"We have one victim. The victim's injuries are severe," said Curtis.
Curtis said members of Cullman EMS, Air Evac Lifeteam, Vinemont-Providence Fire Department, the Cullman County...
CULLMAN, Ala. — Kayla Thursby, 34, of Cullman, was re-arrested this week after a Cullman County grand jury upgraded charges against her in the 2016 death of Leslie Clements. Originally charged in 2018 with murder by strangulation or suffocation and first-degree theft of property, she was awaiting trial when she received additional charges of murder by administration of controlled...
WEST POINT - Local runners and a few not-so-much runners got together Thanksgiving morning to run a challenging course, enjoy a little fellowship and help raise funds for the West Point Elementary School Playground Project. The Lil’ Warriors 5K Turkey Trot drew 37 participants, a broad spectrum from young to old, from fit to fitness-challenged, from serious runners to...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a reported road rage incident in the Good Hope area on Sunday, December 5.
The CCSO said the incident resulted in an altercation with a person being shot.
As of Monday morning, Cullman County Deputies arrested James Allen Milligan, 72, of Huntsville.
He was charged with the following: attempted murder, aggravated assault...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s newest watering hole, Hank’s Sports Bar, located in the Rumors Deli location, is officially open for business after holding a successful soft opening for members of the Cullman Chamber of Commerce Monday night. Attendees enjoyed menu items, including smash burgers, barbecued briskets, po’ boys and signature drinks while networking and taking in the new décor.
The...
Former Auburn Coach Tommy Tuberville and Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry
CULLMAN - On Tuesday evening, former Auburn coach Tommy Tuberville came to Cullman to address the new graduating class of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Citizens’ Academy. More than 50 graduates were present at the ceremony, and more than 70 completed the course.
According to Sheriff Matt Gentry, the...
WEST POINT - West Point Elementary School's playground serves both that school and West Point Middle, as well as being a community park outside school hours. Most of the equipment is more than 30 years old (some more than 40), though, and showing its age in all the bad ways: rusty metal, splintering wood. A group of concerned citizens...
Cullman County has 2,393 miles of roads, more than 1,500 of which are maintained by the Cullman County Road Department.
CULLMAN - A while back, The Tribune invited its readers to sound off about county roads in need of repair or repaving. The roads reported included County Roads 4, 6, 15, 18, 19, 54, 59, 68, 71, 109, 134,...
Left to right, top, then bottom: Trevor Nunnery, Sarah Rose Adcock, Mikayla Delaine Burleson, Millard Terry Kendrick III and Kathryn Marie Scoggins. The last photo shows items recovered from the Kendrick/Scoggins arrests. (Cullman Police Department)
CULLMAN - The Cullman Police Department (CPD) released details Thursday of five recent drug arrests. The arrests were the result of four separate cases.
In the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies stayed busy this week with multiple drug-related arrests and seeking out warrants.
On March 14, CCSO deputies made contact with Jason Tyler Crawford, 33, of Vinemont (Pictured above) at a West Point business. Crawford had multiple warrants stemming from 2019 and 2020. He was arrested and transported to the Cullman County Detention...
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) has arrested Robert L. Kimbrough, 27, of Arab for felony murder (AL Code 13A-6-2(a3)) and first-degree burglary in connection with the fatal shooting that occurred in the Baileyton community on Tuesday, April 4.
Johnathan Andrew Smith, 34, of Blountsville was shot when he and Kimbrough allegedly entered the home of Mike Sweaton...
Kristen Gullion, left, and Zachary Phillips, right (WVTM13)
BIRMINGHAM - A Cullman woman and Arab man have been charged in connection with the death of an elderly Birmingham couple, police announced Tuesday night.
The Tribune's Birmingham news partner, WVTM13, reported late Tuesday night that Zachary Taylor Phillips, 23, and Kristen Leigh Gullion, 30, are each charged with capital murder and burglary...
CULLMAN — A fundraiser was held over the weekend at Goat Island Brewing Co. to benefit Haleigh Moore and her fight against cancer. Moore has been battling a rare form of cancer known as MPNST (malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor), and treatments have been going well; however, medical costs have continued to rise due to advanced treatment required for...
Photo: Jeffrey Johns of Hanceville looks at the Academic Excellence Award trophy he received during the May 13, 2016 commencement ceremony at Tom Drake Coliseum.
HANCEVILLE - Jeffrey Johns, 55, dropped out of school in the 10th grade and didn’t attempt to earn his GED until three years ago when a genetic disease forced him to give up his job...
Updated 8-22-19 8:05 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man who was seriously injured late Thursday afternoon when he was struck by a pickup truck on St. Joseph Drive Northwest near the intersection with Brunner Street Northwest in the city of Cullman has died. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick confirmed that Timmy Philyaw, 52, of Cullman died after being transported...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman restaurants bring a variety of options to the table when it comes to eating out as a family. Below are some kid-friendly restaurants that have budget-friendly specials for families. Know of one we missed? Email maggie@cullmantribune.com.
Shrimp BasketLocated at 716 Second Ave. NW, Cullman, AL 35055
Kids 12 and younger eat free Wednesdays. (One kid per adult...
CULLMAN, Ala. - An Alabama appellate court, in a preliminary statement, upheld the conviction of Brad Meeks, 30, of Bremen, on the charge of criminally negligent homicide in the May 7, 2017, death of Curtis “Curt” James Wilson, 15, of Cullman, but rejected the 10-year sentence (the maximum available for the crime) imposed on him by Cullman County Circuit...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the Dodge City area for reports of a reckless driver on Thursday, February 3.
Frankie Ray South, 65, of Falkville was located in the area.
Probable cause was developed and his vehicle was searched. Drugs and paraphernalia were located inside the vehicle.
He was charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of...
CULLMAN - This year’s Share Club Christmas Tour of Homes promises to be filled with wonderful ideas that you can take home and incorporate into your own décor. The tour is Sunday, Dec. 4, from 1-5 p.m.
You’ll see everything from Diane Brown’s impressive Jim Shore collection, which includes a treasured nativity and crèche, as well as numerous ornaments, to...
BATTLEGROUND - Battleground is just one of the many Forrest-Streight historical markers that stretch across north Alabama. Located at the intersection of Highway 157 and County Road 1101 in Vinemont (near mile marker 16), the metal marker was installed by the Alabama Historical Association in 1983. The black metal marker has the Alabama flag at the top and underneath...
CULLMAN - Shane Barnette, current principal of Cullman County's West Point Intermediate School, tonight was named the new superintendent of Cullman County Schools. The appointment was announced tonight at a special meeting of the Cullman County Commission on Education.
At 5:45 p.m., the Barnette family made their way into the meeting room, greeting friends along the way. Seemingly eager to...
CULLMAN – The Cullman Applebee’s Restaurant loves our veterans. Last Tuesday on Veterans Day, not only did they feed our veterans for free all day, but they also allowed the American Legion and the ladies of the American Legion Auxiliary to perform a POW MIA Remembrance Ceremony before opening their doors for business.
“I came out today to set up...
Visitation service for James R. Weeks will be held Friday, February 06, 2015 from 12 noon until 2 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home.
Funeral Service will be held following the visitation at Moss Service Funeral home at 2 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A big crowd of local family members, friends, former players, teammates and coaches gathered at Stone Bridge Farms Saturday night to honor the newest class of Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inductees. The Class of 2022 included Robin Cummings, Emory Gibbs, Danny Miller, Mike Morris, Michael Oldacre, Annette Irons Parker, Spencer Romine, Ferrell Runge, Kristy...
Clint Watson, center, recently became the first Wallace State men’s tennis recruit to sign a letter of intent. Watson was a premier tennis player at Cullman, winning a state title as early as eighth grade. He is joined by his parents Art, far left, and Fran Watson.
HANCEVILLE - Clint Watson is the first Wallace State men’s tennis signee in...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 10, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents reported
Arrests
November 8 – 9
Black, Justin D.; 30
FTA- DUI (alcohol)
Buckelew, Michael A.; 33
FTA- assault-aggravated assault-menacing-other weaponFTA- burglary-residence-forceburglary-residence-no forceFTA- possession of dangerous drugsFTA- reckless driving
Budweg, Jonathan E.; 49
Grand Jury- ex-felon...
CULLMAN - Sen. Paul Bussman, R-Cullman this week took to his Facebook page to explain the amendments that Alabama voters will see on the Nov. 8 ballot. (Click here to see a sample ballot for Cullman County.) We have printed his entire post below, with no edits.
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Updated 11-3-20 at 12:15 p.m.
Dr. Hood reported on social media Tuesday that he has been released from the hospital.
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope High School Principal Dr. John Hood is hospitalized in intensive care due to COVID-19. He is being treated at St. Vincent's Hospital.
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette told The Tribune Saturday, "I talked to...
CULLMAN - The Cullman Police Department today is warning local residents about a telephone scam. Agents in the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Huntsville field office have had numerous complaints and shared the warning with the CPD.
"Citizens are being called by someone claiming to be with the FBI attempting to collect an IRS debt. The person is then being transferred...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office announced multiple arrests involving methamphetamine over the last few days.
Sheriff Matt Gentry said he’s continually proud of the efforts by deputies in getting drugs off the streets.
On Monday, October 11, Howard Scott Riddle, 45, of Cullman, was arrested on drug charges.
He was stopped for a traffic violation in the Good Hope...
Mr and Mrs. Jerry and Shirley Bonner (Photo courtesy of Tommy Warhurst)
CULLMAN - The 2016 Farm-City Banquet was held on Thursday night at the Robert E. McGukin Civic Center, where Jerry and Shirley Bonner were named the 2017 City Family.
The banquet, which officially kicks off Farm-City Week, was opened with a welcoming message from Farm-City Committee Co-Chair Ashley Graves...
CULLMAN, Ala.
– Stage Five of the 2019 Major League Fishing Bass Tour officially kicked off early
Tuesday morning and Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs threw out the first cast from
the boat of Cullman native and pro angler Matt Lee. The tournament will be accompanied
by a “festival-style fan experience” in downtown Cullman’s depot park and festhalle
and Mitch Smith Chevrolet will be giving...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man was arrested by both the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department following a traffic violation that led to the discovery of drug possession and active warrants.
Trey B. Guthery, 27, of Hanceville was arrested on Tuesday, September 14.
According to the CCSO, Guthery was stopped for a traffic violation and then detained for...
Volunteers at the last Sweet Potato Drop in May 2016
CULLMAN - When people work together there is almost nothing they can’t accomplish. That is exactly what happens behind the scenes many times in Cullman County, where people with big hearts offer their services and their time to ensure that things get done.
This Saturday, Jan.14, when several agencies, groups and...
CULLMAN, Ala.
– With the recent public health order from Governor Kay Ivey
closing dining rooms for restaurants across the state of Alabama, local
establishments have had to adapt with new hours and changes to how they deliver
their services as well. Restaurants are now having to offer curbside service or
drive-thru options (if they didn’t offer it already).
The restaurants listed below are offering...
CULLMAN - The CRMC Foundation has announced that its 25th Annual Million Dollar Hole-In-One Golf Extravaganza will take place on Monday, Sep. 12 at TP Country Club.
Several events will be a part of the Golf Extravaganza, including a golf tournament, putting contest, helicopter golf ball drop and the Million Dollar Hole-In-One qualifying and final shoot out contests.
The Foundation...
CULLMAN, Ala. - An Oneonta woman was arrested on Tuesday by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office while she was walking along a major roadway with meth on her person.
Tonya Michelle Webb, 42, of Oneonta, was located by sheriff’s deputies walking on County Road 222 around 5:40 p.m. on Tuesday.
She was found to be in possession of meth and paraphernalia....
