CULLMAN, Ala. - This Thursday evening, Cullman will kick off its 40th Oktoberfest at the Festhalle, tapping the kegs, striking up the band and kicking off the city’s biggest celebration. But what is Oktoberfest, and why does Cullman observe it?
On Oct. 12, 1510, the royal family of Bavaria invited the citizens of Munich to a five-day public celebration of...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 28, 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 27
fourth-degree theft of property; person; 3rd Ave. NE; miscellaneous; $105
Arrests
September 27
Oliver, Michael A.; 44
FTA- public intoxicationFTA- false information to police officerFTA- third-degree criminal...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A deceased man was found in the Denson Avenue storage units in Cullman late on Tuesday afternoon.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the man as Lawrence Rodney Balduf Jr., 40, from Cordova. It was reported that the man had been staying in one of the storage units.
Kilpatrick reported that the cause of death was a drug...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Halfway through the 2021 season, Fairview has found itself in a very familiar spot with a chance to host the first round of the playoffs on the line going into this week’s game at Boaz. Let’s take a look at what led us here.
Although Fairview has lost some key pieces such as former offensive lineman Levi...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – A sea of red entrenched students across both City and County schools of Cullman today as they stood together to mourn the loss of one of their own, Savanna Terry Davis of Vinemont Elementary School. Posts across social media and campuses alike have given tribute to the widely loved teacher and alumni of Vinemont Schools.
Savanna...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman took on Haleyville and Hatton in a pair of non-area matches at home Monday and was able to build some momentum going into some key area contests after sweeping both the Lady Lions and the Lady Hornets 2-0.
Cullman 2 - Haleyville 0 (First Match)
The first set between Haleyville and Cullman went back-and-forth early on. There were...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 27, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 23
domestic violence; CR 205unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; I-65 SB rest areaharassment; Hwy. 31domestic violence; Henke Dr.theft of property; assault; CR 1033burglary; CR 384reckless endangerment; CR 813theft of property;...
Cullman, Ala. — Cullman Regional welcomes Endocrinologist and Obesity Medicine Specialist, Lakshmi Kannan, MD, to the Cullman Regional Medical Group. Dr. Kannan completed her medical degree at Thanjavur Medical College, and later, completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She went on to complete her fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at the...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- We are now past the halfway point of the 2021 Cullman County Youth Football season and from here on out, they'll be some huge games with playoff implications on the line. Complete focus will be needed for every team if they want to get into the postseason. The West Point Warriors hosted the Cold Springs Eagles,...
A couple of bootleggers made the mistake of driving with lights too dim. When officers stopped the vehicle to investigate the lights, they smelled a strong odor of “corn whiskey.” Officers found 29 gallons of Wildcat whiskey.
Mr. and Mrs. Francis Holcomb’s house and all the furnishings were completely destroyed by fire on Saturday at New Harmony.
Those attending the White...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Office of Revenue Commission announced big changes coming for Cullman in regard to tags, decals and stickers beginning October 1, 2021.
Revenue Commissioner Barry Willingham said the State of Alabama is making numerous changes in tags for 2022, including truck and trailer tags, all commercial tags, a new tow truck tag, disability tags and a new...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each Tuesday, there is a storytime held at 10:00 a.m. at the Cullman County Public Library. This week, guest speaker Ms. Suhana read books “1, 2, Buckle My Shoes” by Anna Grossnickle Hines and “1, 2, 3 Thanksgiving!” by W. Nikola-Lisa and illustrated by Robin Kramer.
Ms. Suhana also brought several coloring sheets with paints to allow...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Industrial Development Authority (IDA) presented a check on Friday to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Cullman County IDA, $2,500 was donated to the CCSO to support the special projects fund.
“The money will help special needs children in Cullman County, buy deputies much needed equipment, pay for deputies training and also buy...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local man and Fairview High graduate was recently named National Operator of the Year due to the success of the Havoline Xpress Lube business he operates.
Jason and Crystal Berry, of Joppa, currently own two Havoline Xpress Lube businesses--one in Cullman the other located in Hartselle.
Jason Berry explained the process for which he was nominated by...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope hosted the Addison Bulldogs for its homecoming game at lovely James W. Shabel Field on an absolutely gorgeous Friday night for football. The Raiders wouldn't allow the visiting Bulldogs to spoil their fun as the home team came away with a hard fought 13-8 victory.
The game started out with Good Hope receiving the opening...
FALKVILLE, Ala. – After dropping a region matchup to Aliceville at home last week, Cold Springs hit the road for a non-region game against the Blue Devils of Falkville. The Eagles fell behind early and couldn’t keep pace with the Blue Devils throughout the night in a 49-7 road loss.
Falkville scored to take an early, 7-0 lead over the...
HAYDEN, Ala. -- On a gorgeous fall night, the West Point Warriors traveled down I-65 to take on the Hayden Wildcats at Robert Reid Stadium. Both teams were coming off disappointing losses from the previous week, but West Point’s defense stepped up and powered the Warriors to a 14-6, road win.
The Wildcats took the opening drive and went 46...
ARAB, Ala. -- It was homecoming night for the Arab Knights as they looked to extend their winning streak to four against the visiting Brewer Patriots. The Knights forced three turnovers and their offense was firing on all cylinders, leading to a 49-13 win over the Patriots.
One of Brewer's players got leveled on the opening kickoff and Arab's Dylan...
LOCUST FORK, Ala. – After falling to region and county rival Good Hope last week, Hanceville hit the road again this week for a non-region matchup at Locust Fork. Points were hard to come by early in this one, but the Bulldogs found their rhythm in the running game and pulled away to top the Hornets 26-13 and improve...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats returned to Oliver Woodard Stadium Friday night and after celebrating homecoming throughout the week, the celebration continued on the field against Mars Hill. The ‘Cats dominated the top-ranked 2A Panthers 49-7 to improve to 4-2 on the season and used an explosive second quarter to pull away and put things out of reach...
CULLMAN, Ala. - An American hero was honored Friday morning at a ceremony held at the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Training Center. United States Marine Corps Sgt. Jacob Patrick Grey recently returned from Afghanistan after working tirelessly in the efforts to evacuate the remaining American citizens and allies in the weeks leading up to the country’s withdrawal. Friday, leaders...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 24, 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 22
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW; general merchandise; $357
Arrests
September 23
Inman, Katharine E.; 41
DUIignition interlock
Brasher, Ronald A.; 37
FTA- third-degree criminal trespassFTA- DUI
Harbison,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two women from neighboring states were arrested in Cullman County following a traffic stop on Tuesday according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
ALEA officials said following the traffic stop of a 2012 Hyundai Sonata for speeding and improper lane usage, troopers found evidence to search the vehicle. They discovered four glass jars containing 2.9 lbs. of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County are hosting their 2nd Annual Virtual 5k Run/ Walk and One Mile Fun Run beginning this Friday, Sept. 24- 30. Registration online at https://www.ccpls.com; $25 for the 5k and $15 for the Fun Run.
Southern Eats will be giving away a $25 gift card. To win, you must...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 23, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 20
theft of property; Hwy. 278 Wtheft of property; CR 1635theft of property; CR 1371theft of property; CR 452criminal mischief; CR 656
September 21
harassment; Hwy. 67harassment; criminal mischief; CR 109domestic violence;...
CULLMAN, Ala. - During the early morning hours of Saturday, Sept. 18, four Cullman residents on a golf cart were pulled over by a Cullman County Sheriff’s deputy travelling down CR 1435, though they were originally spotted traveling down Eva Road in Cullman.
The CCSO deputy stopped Phillip Gay, 49, of Cullman, for driving a non-street legal vehicle on a...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Swim Team returned home for its final sprint format meet of the season Tuesday night and had another great performance against Florence and Athens. Bearcat swimmers collected 14 new personal best times, numerous top finishes, and two new school records. First place finishes included:
Women's 200-yard Medley Relay and 200-yard Freestyle Relay - Morgan Fuller, Ruby...
Cullman, Ala. — Cullman Regional has received two American Heart Association Achievement Awards, one of which has been awarded to the hospital for three consecutive years. The awards recognize Cullman Regional for implementing quality improvement measures that ensure stroke and cardiovascular patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines.
According to the American Heart Association, stroke...
Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level of community transmission.
Cullman Regional Current Situation
· 43 COVID positive patients, seven of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be vigilant in mask wearing and social distancing. Everyone should continue to follow precautions to prevent the spread of infection – wash hands, socially distance, wear a mask when you...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 22, 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 21
Arrests
September 21
Hogan, Lacey A.; 38
FTA- first-degree criminal trespass
Haney, Michael T.; 24
FTA- third-degree domestic violenceFTA- leaving scene of accident
Hanceville Police Department
No incidents or arrests...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The halfway point of the regular season is coming up this Friday and as a result, we have several teams taking advantage of a bye week this week to prepare for the remainder of their region matchups coming up. Meek, Vinemont, Holly Pond and Fairview are off this week but there are still 6 local squads...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Brooks’ Place is the Child Advocacy Center of Cullman, which provides children who are victims of crime or abuse an outlet to bring justice and security during extremely difficult circumstances. It’s been deemed as a safe haven for those in need.
Brooks’ Place assists victims and their families through interviews, interventions and advocacy — all while working...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Peinhardt Farms announced the cancellation of its 2021 Peinhardt Farm Day amidst concerns over volunteers and school tour registrations. According to event coordinator Jennifer Tucker, the celebration of traditional agriculture and crafts suffered from a low number of commitments from schools that usually come out for tours, few volunteers and worries about the welfare of the...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s volleyball team swept Coastal Alabama-East and Snead State in conference matches on Sunday at Traditions Bank Arena inside Tom Drake Coliseum, capping four Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) victories in five days.
The Lions, who have won six straight matches, are 19-6 overall and 7-0 in league play. They host Southern Union and Lawson State at home...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Local woman was arrested on Saturday following a traffic stop and the discovery of drug possession and paraphernalia in her vehicle.
Justina Dawn Watson, 43, of Cullman, was arrested Saturday by Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies following a traffic stop and probable cause to search her vehicle.
According to the CCSO, synthetic marijuana, meth and drug paraphernalia were...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 21, 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 16
unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person; 2nd Ave. NW; damage to ’95 Pontiac; $500
September 20
Arrests
September 20
McWaters, Taylor Z.; 28
FTA- public intoxication (2 counts)
Smith,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted a press conference Tuesday morning to release an update on the five bomb threats that occurred within the city and county over the last month.
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry said they could not release a name of the person they have in custody in relation to the bomb threats because...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A small but lively crowd came out to Hanceville’s Veterans Park Saturday night to enjoy the Hanceville Music Fest featuring country rock band Confederate Railroad. Many of those in attendance travelled from neighboring states to see the show despite threatening skies. Their gamble paid off as the weather cooperated to allow for a “rockin’” Saturday night.
The...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Community Cares Celebration was held last weekend at the Cullman Housing Authority off Cleveland Ave. Despite the threat of potential severe weather, the event managed to be a success. Good Samaritan Health Clinic hosted the event in light of the cancellation of their benefit concert from the recent surge of COVID-19 cases.
Good Samaritan Director Jolanda...
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrest reports, a Huntsville man was arrested Friday, September 17, for 18 counts of child pornography possession.
Michael Lee McGinnis, 41, was arrested on I-65 just before 5:00 p.m. on Friday in regards to a Cullman juvenile pornography case.
This case is currently pending and under investigation and more information will...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 20, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 16
domestic violence; CR 1390burglary; CR 1437domestic violence; criminal mischief; CR 1518domestic violence; CR 1291unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1753throwing/shooting into occupied vehicle; I-65 NBtheft of property; CR 1292harassment;...
Cullman, Ala. - A man that had not been heard from since Friday night was found deceased in a pond on the Terri Pines Golf Course on Monday morning.
John Clark, 51, of Cullman was found near hole-three in a pond early Monday morning.
According to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, his body had been submerged for two days. He is...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A single-vehicle crash early Monday morning claimed the life of a local man.
Mark Lynn Easterwood, 54, of Baileyton was killed when the vehicle he was driving left the roadway and struck a telephone pole around 12:45 a.m. on Monday, September 20, 2021.
According to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, Easterwood was pronounced dead on the scene.
The crash...
MADISON, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Swim Team traveled Dublin Park in Madison this weekend to compete in the Alabama Sprint Championship meet against some of the top swimmers across the state. The CHS girls finished third overall in the 6A/7A division behind Bob Jones and James Clemens. The CHS guys team finished fourth. This meet produced 12 new personal best...
SSgt Ronald Hugh Hall
Ronald Hugh Hall was born June 11, 1945 in Cullman County. He grew up in Cullman and joined the United States Army. He served in the Vietnam War and began his tour on November 11, 1970.
Hall was a general vehicle repairman and was attached to the 11th Light Infantry Brigade, 17th Cavalry, H Troop. He earned...
CULLMAN, Ala. – This week, Chambers Farm & Garden Supply will be hosting their First Annual Fall Festival for the community Saturday, Sept 25. The event will take place from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the lot behind Chambers, at 404 McNabb Dr SW, across from West Elementary School.
By July of this year, the festival had already accumulated...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week four of the 2021 youth football season kicked off Saturday, and it was a wet day for the local squads that saw a few games get cancelled. The Good Hope Raiders hosted the Holly Pond Broncos, the Cold Springs Eagles traveled to take on the Cullman Cyclones and the Vinemont Eagles traveled to take on the...
This dry season threatens the water supply in Cullman and Cullman County.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Crouen are visiting relatives here, before leaving for California, to make their home.
Glen Jetton of Gold Ridge spent Saturday night with his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. W.M. Jelton.
Everyone should please remember the church supper at Mr. Tom Brown’s on the fourteenth of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Maud Nelyne Manning Medlock Parker celebrated her 103rd birthday on Wednesday, September 15. She had many wonderful memories to share with her friends and family Wednesday at her special party. Just as plentiful as the happy birthday wishes she received from everyone were requests for her secrets to great health and longevity. She was more than...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Holly is a 2-year-old Black and Tan Coonhound mix. She is a low-energy, gentle gal who loves nothing more than hanging close to her people. It doesn’t matter if you’re outside in the yard,...
HUBBERTVILLE, Ala. – After earning a big region win at South Lamar last week, the Meek Tigers were back on the road this week to face another region foe. This week they traveled to Hubbertville to take on the Lions but fell behind early and were never able to find a rhythm on the offensive side of the ball....
GADSDEN, Ala. – Arab made the trip to Gadsden for a regional battle with the Southside Panthers Friday night and left with a convincing, 24-7 win to improve to 4-1 on the season.
The Knights took an early lead when they connected on a 55-yard touchdown pass on the third play of the game to make it 7-0 right out...
HAZEL GREEN, Ala. – After downing Buckhorn 35-0 last week, the Cullman Bearcats hit the road again Friday night and were once again able to come back home with a win. The ‘Cats built an early lead at Hazel Green and kept the Trojans at a safe distance the rest of the way to secure a 29-21 region win.
Cullman...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos hosted the Carbon Hill Bulldogs Friday night. The Broncos were at 2-2 while the Bulldogs were 1-3. The game became a tale of two halves as Holly Pond controlled the game in the first half, but Carbon Hill would find its rhythm and control the second half to mount a comeback. The Bulldogs would...
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted their biggest rival and county foe, Winston County High School, on Friday night at beautiful A.G. Hicks Stadium and the Yellow Jackets were not very good guests. WCHS took home an exciting, 14-8 last-second victory over the Dawgs. This game was a throwback game that Vince Lombardi and Bear Bryant would have loved. It featured two teams...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs hosted Aliceville on Friday night in a big region game, looking for its first win of the season but despite fighting hard for four quarters, the Eagles were unable to get on the board and the Yellow Jackets left with a 37-0 win.
The combination of Hank Harrison and Joshua Winfrey helped Cold Springs get a first...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview hosted the West Point Warriors Friday night for its homecoming game in the latest edition of the Brandin’ Iron Bowl. Despite West Point’s plans to ruin homecoming night, the Aggies took care of business and scored early and often to defeat West Point 49-21.
Receiving the opening kickoff, Fairview’s Eli Frost put the Aggies in great...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs made the short trip to James W. Shabel Stadium for a regional clash with Good Hope Friday night and despite a great effort on the ground from the visiting Bulldogs, the Raiders were able to pull away and collect a 47-28 win, improving to 3-2 on the season.
Good Hope found the end...
VINEMONT, Ala. -- The Vinemont Eagles returned home for Friday night’s homecoming matchup against Tarrant and celebrated the occasion with a big, 49-0 homecoming win over the Wildcats to improve to 2-3 on the year.
Vinemont received the opening kickoff but fumbled the ball to the Wildcats. After the fumble, the Eagle defense stepped up to force a three and...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 17, 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 15
third-degree forgery; person; forged check
September 16
Arrests
September 16
Simoneaux, Dara N.; 29
fourth-degree theft of property
Lindsey, Kristy L.; 44
Grand Jury- first-degree theft of propertyGrand Jury- third-degree...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex visited the Cullman County Public Library Tuesday with their Apple Adventures program for the library’s preschool students. Agriplex aims to hold programs once a month with the local library system and made the decision to host all of their September programs outside to get kids learning outdoors.
Rachel Dawsey, director of North Alabama...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 16, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 13
unlawful possession of marijuana; CR 940theft of property; Hwy. 91burglary; CR 310domestic violence; Scott Dr.unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 69harassment; Hwy. 157assault; criminal mischief; CR 233theft of property;...
Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level of community transmission.
Cullman Regional Current Situation
· 80 COVID positive patients, 15 of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be vigilant in mask wearing and social distancing. Everyone should continue to follow precautions to prevent the spread of infection – wash hands, socially distance, wear a mask when you...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - After Cullman County Deputies attempted to serve a warrant in the Bremen area, they were able to make four arrests at a residence on September 11.
CCSO deputies were attempting to locate Justin Wise in a Bremen home.
While at the residence, deputies discovered various illegal drugs and paraphernalia. Phyllis Wise, Bobby Calvert and Emma Swindall were...
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...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 15, 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 13
identity theft; personfourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW; general merchandise; $119
September 14
Arrests
September 14
Harbison, Ann M.; 38
fourth-degree theft of propertythird-degree criminal trespass
Guthery,...
CULLMAN, Ala. – With nearly half of the high school football season behind us, local teams are hitting the midseason stretch and preparing for some big-time regional contests this week. This week’s slate includes a pair of local rivalry games as well. Hanceville will make the trip over to Good Hope to take on the Raiders and West Point...
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Cullman Area Technology Academy, Cosmetology is one of the many programs offered to students. The program puts students inside a salon atmosphere and is designed to jump-start their careers in the beauty industry. The program offers instruction in the latest trends across hair, skin, nails and more, while also helping students gain employable skills...
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 merchandise; $23fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW; general merchandise; $259
September 13
Arrests
September 13
Rakes, Shawn...
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on September 10 arrested a local man on multiple drug charges.
Christopher Franklin Walker, 48, of Hanceville, was stopped by CCSO deputies for a traffic violation in the Hanceville area.
According to the CCSO, Deputies were given consent to search the vehicle. During this search, drug paraphernalia and heroin was recovered.
Walker was charged...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A Hanceville man was arrested at his residence on September 9 by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
Cameron David Carden, 26, of Hanceville was arrested for sex offense /sodomy (by a Grand Jury indictment) and sexual abuse in the first degree of a juvenile (Grand Jury indictment).
The case was presented to the grand jury and indictments were...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter‘s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Honeybee is a 3.5-4-year-old Walker hound/terrier mix. She is a low-to-medium-energy gal who has the most optimistic personality around! Not only is she brimming with positivity, but she also demonstrates wonderful leash skills while practicing special awareness.
With such a bright and cheerful...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office works collaboratively with multiple agencies, one of those agencies being Internet Crimes Against Children.
CCSO Investigators recently received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children about a Vinemont man.
Shawn Alexander Chaney, 21, of Vinemont, was arrested Sept. 9 for 15 counts of possession of child pornography-grand jury warrants.
Cullman...
BREMEN, Ala. – The defending state champion Addison Lady Bulldogs traveled to Bremen to take on Cold Springs in an area matchup Monday afternoon and the Lady Bulldogs dominated from start to finish in all three sets as they rolled to a 3-0 sweep of the Lady Eagles.
Six different players found the scoring column for Addison early on as they jumped...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting Monday night and approved a new Resolution and Ordinance affecting local pharmacies, manufactured home sales and fireworks distributors. The council approved Ordinance No. 017-2021 which pertains to the distancing of pharmacy’s, manufactured home sales and pyrotechnics (fireworks) businesses in Good Hope.
The Resolution reads in part,
“Pharmacy’s:...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 13, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 9
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 278 Wcriminal mischief; CR 859criminal mischief; CR 1823assault; attempt to elude police officer; Cemetery Rd.domestic violence; menacing; Hwy. 91theft of property; CR 398burglary;...
CULLMAN, Ala. - When Ray DeMonia suffered a cardiac event on August 23, 2021, he was in desperate need of a cardiac ICU bed. Due to the influx of COVID-19 cases at Cullman Regional Medical Center and hospitals throughout the country, no bed was available. After calling over 40 other hospitals, a bed was finally found over three hours...
The County Board of Education has moved into its newly remodeled building, which is one of the finest in the state.
Mrs. T.A. Smith had charge of the P.T.A. program on Tuesday.
A book week program was given and Mrs. M.H. Killingsworth and Mrs. Henry Meyer gave a report from the recent P.T.A. meeting.
From the Files of 1936
The beloved preacher,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2021 United Way of Cullman County “Day of Caring” saw neighbors helping neighbors throughout the community Friday. Individuals and groups volunteered for a number of projects available through the United Way in support of area nonprofits and the community as a whole. Executive Director of United Way of Cullman Becky Goff pointed out that even...
MIDFIELD, Ala. -- The number 7 ranked 2A Addison Bulldogs traveled to Midfield to take on the Patriots in what turned out to be a very exciting region game Friday night. Midfield came away with a hard fought, 30-28 win and Addison suffered more than the loss as their All-State QB, Christian "Ice Man" Roberts suffered a lower leg injury...
HALEYVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders made the trip over to Haleyville for a regional matchup Friday night and their high-powered offense led them to an impressive, 48-20 road victory over the Lions.
The Raiders offense took their first possession at their own 38-yard line and pushes it down the field for a touchdown when Malin scored from 5...
DOUGLAS, Ala. -- On a cool, crisp September night Fairview wasted no time putting points on the board and collecting a 42-19 region win over the Douglas Eagles.
Fairview, who received the opening kickoff, put together a quick 6 play, 65-yard drive together behind senior running back Tyler Simmons 39 yards on four carries. Senior QB1 Parker Martin would cap...
CARBON HILL, Ala. -- The Vinemont Eagles traveled to Walker County to take on the Carbon Hill in a region matchup and defeated the Bulldogs 30-28 to pick up their first victory of the season. The Eagles got the ball to start the game and had no problems marching right down the field to take an early led when...
MILLPORT, Ala. – The Meek Tigers were back on the road Friday night for another regional showdown and this time it was against the Stallions of South Lamar. Neither team was able to build more than a 1-possession lead in the game and it was tight throughout all four quarters, but the Tigers were able to come up with...
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. -- With their football field getting their new turf put in, the Boaz Pirates hosted the West Point Warriors at Jacksonville State University Friday night. West Point entered the contest 3-0 while the Pirates were 2-1 but Boaz scored early and often to hand the Warriors their first loss of the season 49-7.
Boaz took the opening kickoff and...
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond made the trip to Blountsville for a region showdown with J.B. Pennington but unfortunately for the Bronco fans in the stands, the Tigers jumped out to an early lead over Holly Pond and continued to pull away until they had secured a 49-6 win over the Broncos.
J.B. Pennington built a 14-0 lead early in...
ARAB, Ala. -- After picking up a road win in their region opener against Fort Payne last Friday, Arab looked to make it 2-0 in the region as they welcomed Scottsboro to town in search of their first win over the Wildcats since 2014. Behind a balanced offensive attack and a big day by the defense, the Knights picked...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats hit the road for another regional clash Friday night and came home with a comfortable, 35-0 win over Buckhorn Bucks to improve to 2-2 on the year. The ‘Cats took an early 14-0 lead into the halftime break before pulling away in the second half to win it 35-0.
Ryan Skinner used his legs to...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs returned home to Ray Talley Stadium Friday night to take on another region foe and unfortunately for the home crowd, it was the other team of Bulldogs that left with a win. Dora jumped out to an early lead over Hanceville and went on to pitch a 28-0 shutout to improve to 2-1...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 10, 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
first-degree theft of property; person; 5th St. SW; ’01 Ford Mustang; $1,000second-degree theft of property; third-degree criminal mischief; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW; general...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Swim Team kicked off its season at home Thursday night against North League rivals Athens, Westminster Christian, Hartselle, Decatur, Decatur Heritage, Austin, Priceville and Lindsay Lane. Both the Bearcats girls and boys teams finished first overall, collecting 22 new best times, several first-place finishes and two new school records.
Top finishers in their events included...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Since Aug. 16, there have been five reported bomb threats locally at schools and the Cullman County Courthouse.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Communications Director Chad Whaley said this is an ongoing investigation and diligent attempts are being made to identify who is making the threats.
“With technology continually growing in advancement, it is becoming increasingly difficult with...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s cross country teams compete at Huntingdon College on Saturday after each finished 7th respectively in the 16th annual Foothills Invitational hosted by Jacksonville State on Sept. 3.
Wallace State was the lone community college competing in the annual event.
Raleigh Stamps is the Alabama Community College Conference’s (ACCC) Men’s Runner of the Week after the sophomore from Rogers High School...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 9, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 6
domestic violence; Chad Dr.obstruction of government operations; reckless endangerment; CR 1371shooting into occupied building; CR 1714burglary; CR 641unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Green St., Hancevilletheft of property; CR 175domestic...
CULLMAN, Ala. - “This all seems so surreal,” Jessica Henderson said Monday morning as she was moments away from seeing her daughter Allie Heaton depart for Army boot camp. Heaton, a 2021 graduate of Cullman High School, was recently featured in The Tribune’s Books to Battalions series and we were invited to join as the family gathered for her...
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman is gearing up for its Day of Caring on Friday, Sept. 10. The annual Day of Caring event kicks-off each year’s United Way Campaign and presents a great opportunity for the community to come together and volunteer in support of the many United Way’s nonprofit partners.
United Way of Cullman Executive Director Becky...
Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level of community transmission.
Cullman Regional Current Situation
· 80 COVID positive patients, 15 of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be vigilant in mask wearing and social distancing. Everyone should continue to follow precautions to prevent the spread of infection – wash hands, socially distance, wear a mask when you...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 8, 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 6
fourth-degree theft of property; Bargain Hunt; 2nd Ave. SW; general merchandise; $58
September 7
Arrests
September 7
Garrett, James E.; 24
FTA- minor in possession/consumption of alcoholic beverageFTA-...
CULLMAN, Ala. – High school football season is well underway at this point and teams across the state are starting to find their identity. Most of our local teams will have a big test this week as they hit the road for critical regional matchups. All but Arab and Hanceville will be away from home Friday night, looking for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department responded to a two-vehicle wreck this past Thursday at 2:18 p.m. involving a Nissan Pathfinder and a Yamaha motorcycle in downtown Cullman.
According to CPD officer Hunter Potts, the driver of the Pathfinder, Joey Pigg, 48, of Moulton was turning left onto 3rd Street SW (Highway 278) going eastbound. The motorcycle driver, Crystal...
