Harry Douglas Scott
Harry Douglas Scott was born April 11, 1923, in Kentucky to parents Allen and Elsie Scott. Soon after, the Scott family would relocate and call Vinemont home. Harry enlisted and served in the United States Army Air Corp in World War II.
An article in the Cullman Tribune reported that Henry Scott “had been reported missing in action...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional will begin taking its Mobile Medical Center to the Cullman County Courthouse to administer free COVID-19 vaccines to the public. Every Thursday, beginning June 24 through the end of July, the Mobile Medical Center will be set up in the south parking lot of the courthouse from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Vaccines will be...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – West Point and Good Hope’s varsity teams tipped off action at Thursday’s summer play day at Good Hope High School. The Raiders dropped a pair of games to Hazel Green and Priceville while the Warriors split their matchups with Winston County and the Trojans.
Hazel Green 62 - Good Hope 47 (Varsity Boys)
Baskets by Noah Barnette...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wednesday morning at Cullman City Public Library, children from across the community came together to enjoy the Chalk Art event which was organized, and even improved upon, by its wonderful librarians.
Two years ago, at the last Chalk Art event, children were seated along the pavement and spent their time creating their masterpieces across the sidewalk. This...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County branch of People Against a Littered State spent time on Wednesday celebrating local folks who help make the community a more attractive place to live and work. PALS chairperson Cherie Haney presented the awards at Camp Meadowbrook, following a lunch catered by Freddie Day.
The goal of Cullman County PALS is “helping to...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — It has loads of horsepower and torque to spare and, running wide-open, might barely move! The classic tractor is designed to pull heavy loads and do hard work, keeping big power under tight control, and is a staple of modern agriculture.
After the COVID year off, Hanceville’s annual celebration of all things “tractor” returned to Wallace State...
BANGOR CHARTER TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Despite a three-hour run and a slow start to the day, the Wallace State Community College team of Clent Blackwood and Bryar Chambers sacked up 21 pounds, 15 ounces of smallmouth bass on Saginaw Bay to take the lead on Day 1 of the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro Shops.
The Alabama anglers...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 16, 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
June 14
third-degree criminal trespass; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW
June 15
Arrests
June 15
Fanning, Johnathan A.; 41
FTA- public intoxication
Miller, Bradley L.; 31
fourth-degree theft of property
Davis, Katherine D.; 39
FTA-...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library has an absolute abundance of books and this week, they have begun selling them to the public by the bag. Often, the library acquires so many books that it ends up with duplicates, or the book’s binding is not sturdy enough to be circulated. Though these can be unfortunate circumstances, this...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is happy to announce the return of the Community Luncheon. Our first Community Luncheon of 2021 will be held on July 16, 2021 at Stone Bridge Farms Brownstone Center.
This Luncheon will host the state delegation in bringing an update on the issues important to our community from the last session...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Flourish of Cullman helps people with developmental disabilities learn to manage their lives, including finding jobs that offer a competitive wage and at least some degree of independence. During the month of June, some Flourish students have been exploring the world of work, and at least one has found a job of her own.
Flourish’s Job Exploration...
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Three Wallace State softball players were recently selected as National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I All-Americans.
Haylee Folds was named a 2nd-team All-American, and Brantly Bonds and Gracie Benton were each 3rd-team selections.
It’s the first time since 2013 the program has had three players earn All-American recognition in one season. Behind the trio, Wallace State softball finished...
Lowell Ervin Stricklin
Lowell E. Stricklin was born April 6, 1917 in Cullman County to Richard and Audie (Moore) Stricklin. He enlisted in the Army and served during World War II. He would leave behind a wife, Dovie Alice (Self) Stricklin.
On August 20, 1943, Stricklin is listed as being onboard the USS Gemini in Reykjavik, Iceland enroute to England and...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 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
June 14
third-degree criminal trespass; Nesmith Park Apartments; McNabb Rd. SWharassment; person; Scott St. SW
Arrests
June 14
Yager, Sierra B.; 21
third-degree criminal trespass
Phillips, Shannon D.; 42
FTA- fourth-degree...
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s BASS Club anglers Bryar Chambers and Clent Blackwood continue their quest through the 2021 Carhartt Bassmaster Collegiate Series this week, competing Wednesday and Thursday at Saginaw Bay in Bangor Charter Township, Mich.
Chambers and Blackwood have fished in three previous tournaments on the circuit this year, including finishing 36th out of 184 teams at Smith Lake...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Tuesday was packed with more summer games for several local teams and both the Good Hope Raiders and Lady Raiders varsity squads hosted matchups on their home floor. The Raiders split their early games, routing Falkville 70-39 and dropping a tight contest with Fayette County 49-47. The Lady Raiders took the floor immediately following the...
VINEMONT, Ala.- The first two graduating classes from Vinemont High School held a joint reunion Saturday. The seniors of 69’ and 70’ were excited to get together for a fun party at Drake’s Barn in the Stars after COVID caused the reunion to be delayed for an entire year. The two classes had a blast as they listened to...
BAILEYTON, Ala.- The first Baileyton Family Fun Day took place this past Saturday in the town’s park. Town officials are calling the event a huge success and hope to plan more community events in the near future.
Mayor Windell Calloway said, “We had a park full! We had about 60 vendors sign up and most of them showed up.” There...
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. – Dollar General is excited to announce its store at 1470 County Road 715 SW in Cullman is now open!
In addition to stocking the company’s standard products, the new Cullman location includes their new selections of home décor and an expanded party preparation section. This location will follow standard hours of operation, which can be found through...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will host a two-part Citizens’ Firearms Safety Class starting tonight, Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 6 p.m. The classroom portion of the event will take place at Temple Baptist Church, 30 CR 1184, Cullman, of State Road 157 near West Point, with the live-fire portion the following Saturday, June 19...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Britannica.com defines karma as a “causal law by which good or bad actions determine the future modes of an individual’s existence.” The leaders of local charity Karma in Cullman hope that the group’s history of service to families in need might lead to the miracle it needs now, as it faces the loss of its facility...
COLONY, Ala. – On Monday, Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Transportation announced that County Road 4 and County Road 6 in the Arkadelphia/Colony area of southwestern Cullman County will be awarded a $250,000 Rebuild Alabama Grant.
The funding is part of ALDOT’s Annual Grant Program, the Rebuild Alabama Act.
“Repairing our crumbling roads is a top priority at...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 10
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; I-65 NB at 308 MMdomestic violence; CR 127unauthorized use of motor vehicle; CR 1224domestic violence; CR 1107theft of property; criminal mischief; CR 852Violation of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex has recently wrapped up one of their most successful summer educational programs. On June 10-11, they held the 20th Annual Farming Tour for Kids. Each year, this event allows children to spend time learning about local farms and the agriculture-based work that goes into their daily function. It’s a huge opportunity for...
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s been just over a year since longtime Cullman Parks and Recreation Director John Hunt passed away but his impact on the community can still be seen and felt every day. Now, John’s family, along with the Cullman Auburn Alumni Center, have set up a scholarship in his name to continue supporting local students and help...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Another year of high school baseball is in the books and the Alabama Sports Writers Association has made its all-state selections for the year. Cullman ace Jeb Bartle and Hanceville shortstop Zach Campbell received 6A second team and 4A second team honors respectively but in Class 6A, one name stood out among the rest. Senior Bearcat...
Joseph and Albert Reeder were brothers born to Richard and Ida Reeder of Route 8, Cullman County. Joseph, the elder of the two, was born August 8, 1917 with Albert arriving November 28, 1921.
Both Joseph and Albert would enlist for military service and serve during World War II. Available records do not indicate to which divisions or battalions the...
Laminack Family Reunion
The Laminack family had its annual reunion on September 6,at Sportsman Lake.Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Laminack, Mrs. Jack Stisher, Mrs.Andy Moore, from Crossville, Tennessee, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Jenkins, Mary Ann and Billy, of Cleveland, Georgia, Mrs. HazelParker, Rayford, Helen, Brenda, June and Myna, of Borden Springs, Randall Parker,Wilburn Laminack and Robert Laminack, of...
GAS CITY, Ind., June 12 – Last year Michael “Buddy” Kofoid finished second in the Indiana Midget Week USAC NOS Energy Drink national midget race at Gas City I-69 Speedway. On Friday night for the 2021 version of Indiana Midget Week at Gas City the Penngrove, Calif.-based driver did that one better, leading all 30 laps to earn a runaway, $4,000...
FORT WORTH, Texas — Implementing a two-stage game plan, Brody Hopper and Landon Franks of Alabama’s Cullman High School caught a five-bass limit of 13 pounds, 1 ounce to win the Mossy Oak Fishing Bassmaster High School Series Classic presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors on Eagle Mountain Lake and Lake Worth.
Heading into their junior year, Hopper and Franks...
Beau Sterling- Good Hope High School
Beau Sterling is a 2021 graduate of Good Hope High School and will soon be reporting to basic training with the United States Army. He said of his decision, “For me, the Army was the best option. The Air Force looked pretty good, but they are a little bit more fancy and stuff. I...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Bar Association funds a scholarship for graduating seniors whose parents work as legal support staff, court personnel and law enforcement officers.
The 2021 scholarships were awarded at the Bar’s monthly meeting on June 10 to:
Miles Warner, 2021 graduate of Cullman Christian School, attending Wallace State Community College in the fall term ($1,000.00).
Annalyse Cole, 2021 graduate...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Friday was loaded with summer basketball at Cullman High School and West Point, Cold Springs and the Lady Bearcats were all there to compete. The Lady Eagles played split a pair of tight games against Elkmont and Brewer while the Lady Warriors picked up wins over both Randolph and Thompson. Cullman hit the floor later in...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded 18 grants to help bring Alabama motorists into the electric vehicle age.
The grants totaling more than $4.1 million will help finance the installation of electric vehicle charging stations at many fueling stations near interstates and other major highways and corridors in central and north Alabama. Other types of businesses and public...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 11, 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
June 9
third-degree criminal mischief; Euvista Professional Weight Loss Center; 1st Ave. SE; damaged property; $200
June 10
Arrests
June 10
Armstrong, Jessica L.; 40
FTA- third-degree domestic violenceFTA- expired...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The search for the next Head Coach of the Hanceville Bulldogs ended Thursday night and Ryan Brewer is excited to step in and take the reins of the program. Brewer is replacing Head Coach Cody McCain who stepped down in April after spending three seasons with the Bulldogs. Brewer is bringing several years of coaching experience...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Alumni Association announces plans to resume its travel program, with trips planned for the fall, winter and spring.
“We’re excited to get back on the road,” said LaDonna Allen, coordinator of the Wallace State Alumni Association. “Unfortunately, we had to cancel several trips due to COVID-19 restrictions, but we’re happy to offer these upcoming...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mount Nebo Baptist Church in Vinemont held their Vacation Bible School this week as they continued their passionate mission of outreach. The theme this year was Concrete & Cranes, and it was a huge success. With their VBS programs that have been held in the past, the turnout of children has been around 60+, always with...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy building construction teacher Mike Burkett is looking for some of the Cullman area’s best known athletes to put pen to paper for a worthy cause. He hopes that the auction of framed collections of the autographs of those who went on to play for the University of Alabama or Auburn University will...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Thursday afternoon took time at the beginning of its June meeting on Thursday to recognize Cold Springs High School students Madeline Mitchell and Piper Stricklin for their gold medals at state level Future Career and Community Leaders of America competition. Mitchell was also honored as an Alabama State FCCLA...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Thursday approved the hiring of Dr. Susan Patrick to be the new principal of Hanceville Middle School. Patrick is a 27-year veteran of the school system and is currently the assistant principal at Cold Springs High School.
Dr. Patrick is replacing Daniel Wakefield, who was recently named principal of Hanceville...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 8
assault; CR 488domestic violence; CR 1809unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; CR 241harassment; CR 1545domestic violence; trespassing; CR 589theft of property; CR 1609theft of property; CR 1518criminal mischief; CR 1082
June...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce held the 78th Annual Meeting and Garden Party Tuesday evening at Stone Bridge Farms. The event was dedicated to the memory of Mrs. Jackie Moore, the Chamber’s director of administration and finance, who passed away this past year.
Jeff Tolbert of Trident Marina, the 2021-2022 Chamber chair, noted that the possibilities...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce has announced that 2nd Friday has been rescheduled to June 18th, due to the weather.
Bands that were booked for the occasion are currently being rescheduled, but in the event that any band has prior engagements, there will be new musical entertainment booked. Any music changes that may be made will...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Flash is a 1-year-old Shepherd mix. Get ready to play--he’s a lively medium-to-high energy pet who loves his toys. He’s already getting a grip on leash etiquette and will look to his people for direction and comfort. He is a people pooch!
Flash...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Following a late evening shooting in the area of Golf Course Road on Cullman’s south side, Michael Allen Oliver, 43, of Cullman, was arrested and charged with assault 3rd degree. Following the incident, Oliver is alleged to have fled the scene, and was taken into custody after CCSO deputies and Cullman police searched a residential area...
CULLMAN, Ala. - 2021 Cullman High School graduate Allie Heaton has pondered joining the military since she was a small child. She explained, “I started really having an interest in the military around 3 years old. I know the typical response when asked why you are joining the military is because of a family background and that does play...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday morning, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a stabbing in the Walter community, finding a victim with multiple stab wounds and located the suspect, Justin Bryan (first reported by CCSO as Brian) Horton, 32, of Arab, a short time later.
The CCSO said in a statement on Wednesday:
Earlier today, Cullman County Sheriff Office (CCSO)...
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Town of Baileyton will kick off the first of several special events at the town’s park this Saturday with Baileyton Fun Day. The Baileyton Town Council met Monday night and gave updates on what should be a great day for everyone to enjoy. Free health screenings will begin at 8 a.m. with the other festivities...
COLONY, Ala. - The Colony Town Council’s Parks and Recreation committee chairperson Jasmine Cole on Tuesday evening unveiled plans for multiple community events planned for the summer including children’s activities, sports events and community gatherings.
The schedule begins with a summer camp for children at the community center starting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 9. Cole said that Tomeka...
HARTSELLE, Ala. – Several local squads made the short trip to Hartselle Tuesday for a day of summer competition on the hardwood and the Good Hope Raiders picked up a pair of wins over West Point and Elkmont to tip off their summer slate.
Good Hope 40 - West Point 38 (Game One)
Behind six quick points from Charlie O'Neil and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids recently began an outreach program using its new Mobile Food Bank to make its free groceries easier to access for families in remote parts of the county. Each Wednesday, the team visits one of four sites in West Point, Hanceville and the Simcoe and Crane Hill communities. Members report that turnout is...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 3
trespassing; CR 795domestic violence; CR 1727unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; theft of property; CR 1193
June 4
theft of property; CR 468domestic violence; CR 940domestic violence; CR...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $300,000 grant to create commerce in the city of Good Hope and bring new jobs.
The governor awarded a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) that will be used to help establish a new, locally-owned restaurant and a medical facility for the area. Both businesses will create at least 30 new jobs...
COLONY, Ala. — The Colony Kids Grab-N-Go summer food program will offer children an opportunity to raise their own vegetables in the raised garden beds at the Colony Educational Complex, starting at 11 a.m. this Wednesday, June 9.
Colony Councilwoman and Kids Grab-N-Go assistant Ethel Alexander said in a press release, “The kids will be assigning a garden bed to...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Beginning June 11, all students in Cullman County are eligible for free breakfast and lunch at the following lunchrooms:
Fairview
Holly Pond
Good Hope Primary
Cold Springs
Harmony
Vinemont
West Point High
Parkside
Any Cullman County Student is eligible to visit any of the above lunchrooms Monday – Friday from June 11 - July 2. Breakfast will be served from 7:45 a.m. - 8:15...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 7, 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
June 4
fourth-degree theft of property; Reddy Stop Chevron; 2nd Ave. NW; miscellaneousfourth-degree theft of property; Shoe Show; Marktplatz Ctr. SW; shoes; $65unlawful breaking entering...
CULLMAN, Ala. - School may be out for summer, but lunch is still being served at Cullman City Schools for local children —a week’s worth at a time.
The summer feeding program will provide a box of free meals for students on Tuesdays beginning on June 8, with pick-up sites at West Elementary School and Cullman High School. The pick-up...
Vincent Leonard Bailey was born April 12, 1916 in Cullman County. He enlisted in the United State Navy and served during World War II. Bailey was ranked Petty Officer First Class and his military occupation was Storekeeper First Class. He was attached to USS Canopus (AS-9).
A letter he wrote to his sister, Mrs. Evelyn Buchanon, from the USS Houston...
CULLMAN, Ala.- Vinemont student Caden Crawford had one huge dream this school year and the Cullman County community wanted to help make it come true. On May 27, Caden’s mother, Megan Crawford shared a post on Facebook celebrating Caden’s completion of the third grade that included a video of Caden speaking about wishing to meet and spend time with...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The first of several cookouts planned for Cullman County’s senior centers took place Friday morning at the Cullman Senior Center by Sportsman Lake Park. The Cullman County Sheriff Office has teamed up with the Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) to welcome back the seniors after the centers were ordered closed in March of 2020.
Sheriff Matt...
Couples out on Sunday afternoon or night were:
Ann McKoy and J.W. Cadle,
Pat Schaefer and Roger Gentry,
Jean Morgan and Darrell Mulaney,
Judy Wesson and Perry Tucker,
Brenda Dunlap and Bob Humphrey,
Alice Lane and David Howell,
Sandra Griffin and Charles Knighten,
Alice Chandler and David Knight,
Glenda Calvert and Wade Tucker,
Brenda Nelson and Wayne Ragland,
Yvonne Edmondson and Johnny Culwell,
Harriet Saunders and Rodney Camron,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heritage Archery Club, Nichols Outfitters and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama will host the 10th annual Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer 3-D Archery Tournament on June 12-13, 2021 at Cullman Archery Park, 2604 County Rd. 490/Golf Course Rd., Cullman (across from the City of Cullman Golf Course), to raise money for breast cancer research in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Six years ago, Dinner on First started as a fundraiser for a handicapped-accessible playground. Thanks the pandemic last year, the event celebrated its 5th anniversary two weeks ago, with multiple park projects now funded and over $100,000 raised.
Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism (CPRST) Recreational Development Director Christy Turner told The Tribune, “It’s hard to believe...
CULLMAN, Ala. - This summer, the Friends of the Cullman County Public Library are sponsoring a writing competition for the children of Cullman County. Tales of Your Tails is a story writing competition for anyone ages K-12, or children who cannot yet write well may dictate a story to their parents or guardian to be written down and submitted....
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s investment in the development of an RV park, the Palomino RV Resort, at the Burrow Farm site on County Road 222 saw a great payoff this Memorial Day weekend.
Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism Director Zac Wood shared that the “RV park was at full capacity this holiday weekend. It was such a wonderful thing...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 4, 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
June 3
second-degree theft of property; person; 12th Way SW; cashharassment; person; Olive St. SW
Arrests
June 3
Stacy, Johnny D.; 56
FTA- possession of drug paraphernaliaFTA- public intoxication
Gabriel,...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Renovations on gym floors at Cold Springs, Holly Pond, West Point and Hanceville Elementary Schools began in May and work at each of the schools is either done or nearing completion.
Cullman County Schools communications and medical specialist Ty Watwood said that talks started earlier this year about putting in some new floors in the gyms...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation is thrilled to be hosting its first major fundraiser since 2019 at the Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214. The organization will have its first Craft Fair and Vendor Expo from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.--rain or shine!
There will be something for everyone at the craft fair and vendor...
CULLMAN, Ala.- On June 2, Cullman County Public Library hosted the official kick off for their Summer Reading Program. Although originally planned to be hosted outdoors with water activities, the skies threatening a downpour, and was decided to hold registration for the program inside. Upon entrance, the walls were adorned with cut outs of giraffes for the children to...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County School Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette shared a lengthy list of activities that will keep the county system busy through the summer, including several projects that have already been completed, some big projects that will only be started during the break, and lots in between.
Said Barnette, “There is a lot of work going on...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 3, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 1
unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Ryan Rd.unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; receiving stolen property; Hwy. 31assault; CR 437theft of property;...
Louis Carlton Higginbotham was born June 4, 1923 and lived in Holly Pond. Higginbotham registered for the World War II draft on June 30, 1942 and served in the Navy Reserve. Before departing for the war, he would marry Ruth Azalie Gatham Higginbotham on February 27, 1943.
Higginbotham, a Seaman, First Class, served on USS KIDD--a Fletcher class destroyer. According...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Henry is a 1-year-old Shepherd mix. He’s a lively-but-not-crazy, medium-energy pet, a long-legged fellow with soulful eyes. He enjoys human company and is quickly taking to his leash. Ruttkay calls him “a fast learner.”
Henry has the makings of a good therapy, companion...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Summer has arrived and that means its camp season for young local athletes all over the area and more than 50 turned out for this year’s Cullman Bearcat baseball camp Thursday morning. Cullman’s varsity coaches, along with current and former Bearcat players, hosted dozens of local athletes at Bill Shelton Field and led them through several...
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the upcoming 2nd Friday celebration on June 11, 2021, the Cullman Downtown Merchants Association (CDMA) will host “Pets on Parade,” a lighthearted fundraiser whose proceeds will go to support the Cullman County Animal Shelter. The event will take place on 1st Avenue Southeast in front of Busy Bee Cafe, starting at 6 p.m., with the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center will offer a Monday discount to the general public through the summer, beginning June 7. “Community Splash,” as the program is called, offers non-members an entry fee of $7, less than half of the standard $15 public admission rate, if they arrive at CWAC between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
The...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Public Library has loads of events planned for its community this summer and they are so excited to get started. After last year’s COVID-19 shutdown, the dedicated members of this wonderful library have put their heads together to brainstorm some amazing activities for children of all ages in Hanceville, Alabama.
Today, as other libraries across the...
COLONY, Ala. - The Town of Colony has posted two part-time jobs that have been the subjects of recent discussion by the Town Council: Town Clerk and Community Center Caretaker. Both are part-time positions.
Town Clerk
According to the Town’s posting, “The candidate must work well under pressure. They must also maintain a high level of public relations and customer service...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 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
May 31
fourth-degree theft of property; person; 2nd Ave. NW; bicycle; $490third-degree domestic violence; person; Warnke Rd. NW
June 1
Arrests
June 1
Ellis, Stephanie J.; 39
FTA- fourth-degree theft...
WEST POINT, Ala. – They had to fight off a light rain shower Wednesday morning, but the Warriors were out on the field with a group of young players for this year’s West Point Youth Baseball Camp. Varsity players and coaches at West Point High School were back out on the field after another big season to work with...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Both the varsity boys' and girls' basketball coaches and players at Good Hope High School hosted the second annual Raider Basketball Skills Camp at Good Hope High School this week and after not having the chance to put the camp together last year due to COVID-19, it was fun for everyone to get back out on...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The sound of laughter and chatter returned to Cullman County senior centers Tuesday morning after they were closed in March 2020. The joy was more than apparent at the Cullman Senior Center as over 40 seniors participated in the scheduled activities.
Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff Clemons came out to welcome back and visit with the center’s...
CULLMAN, Ala.- At only 8 years old, Theresa Ann runs 1 mile for every fallen military and police officer listed on www.odmp.org/k9. Theresa Ann has been helping first responders with lemonade stands since she was 3 years old, and this bright-eyed girl has been seeking opportunities to do more ever since. On her fourth birthday, she wanted to have...
CULLMAN, Ala. - After the 2020 hiatus, people are ready to head back out, and the City of Cullman is eager to accommodate. On Friday, June 11, the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism, Cullman Downtown Merchants Association and Warehouse District Association will host the first of three 2nd Fridays celebrations along 1st Avenue...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 27
harassment; CR 601burglary; CR 1869unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1600unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; New Hope Rd.burglary; CR 616unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession...
Jackie Junior Fulghum was born March 3, 1943 in Cullman County and he lived in Hanceville. He was drafted into the United States Army and began his tour in Vietnam August 18, 1965. His military occupation was Light Weapons Infantry and he was attached to 1st Cavalry Division (AIRMOBILE) ,1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry, B Company. The 1st Cavalry Division...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday afternoon, artists Ben South and Donna Drake premiered their children’s musical “Brother Joseph, Brother Joseph” in the Ave Maria Grotto park at St. Bernard Abbey. The interactive show paired new lyrics with familiar tunes to share the story of the German monk who built the Grotto.
The show featured 15-year-old Arianna Randall and 11-year-old Lucienne...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – On Saturday, June 12, the City of Hanceville will celebrate the history and heritage of big wheels, horsepower and torque at the 23rd annual Hanceville Antique Tractor and Engine Show at Wallace State Community College.
Charles Allen who, along with Bonnie Hamrick Brannan, took charge of the event from founders Jimmy Hamrick and Hershel Needham, said of...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A huge crowd came out Saturday to Hanceville’s Downtown to enjoy a day dedicated to America’s go-to comfort sandwich. The inaugural Grilled Cheese Festival, hosted by the Hanceville downtown merchants, was wildly popular and successful.
By noon on Saturday, the downtown area of Hanceville was packed with festival goers. On the main stage, six contestants let their...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman charity clothing boutique Curt’s Closet and Cullman Child Advocacy Center Brooks’ Place both recently announced plans for fundraising golf tournaments this summer.
Curt’s Classic at Cross Creek, July 31
The “Curt’s Classic” tournament will take place at Cross Creek Golf Course, 2321 County Road 490 in Hanceville, Saturday, July 31, starting at 8 a.m. Registration is $500...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The construction on Alabama Highway 157 is well underway as Chilton Contractors Inc. work on the two-lane northbound roadway. The plans are also including a multi-use path from Eva Road to Childhaven Road and an additional multi-use path from Eva Road to Forrest Avenue.
“In the city of Cullman, the word we hear continuously every time we...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Big Jake is a one-year-old Bullmastiff/Rottweiler mix. He’s a laid-back, low-to-medium energy pet who’s developing good leash skills. He prefers to stay close to his people and is quiet when in his kennel. Jake enjoys doggie toys and the cool water of...
Sergeant First Class Taylor Weldon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Weldon, spent a few days at home last week and will return to Long Beach, California and Navy duty on Monday.
Bob Miller, of the United States Air Force base in Kentucky, spent the weekend at home with his mother, Mrs. Ruby Miller.
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Sansing...
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Refuge Church in East Point, Alabama, off Highway 278, hosted their annual Fishing Rodeo Saturday morning. The rodeo kicked off at 8 a.m. with separate age groups competing for the Biggest Fish and Most Weight categories. These boys and girls were broken into three groups ranging from ages 1-5, ages 6-10 and ages 11-15.
“We have been...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Going into Memorial Day Weekend, many people have plans to travel and celebrate with friends and family. However, it's important to make sure that celebrations are carried out safely. After a year of being confined indoors, the last thing anyone would want is to be hospitalized due to reckless behavior while outside. To make sure Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Regional welcomes board-certified family physician Donald Battle, MD, to the Cullman Regional Medical Group. Dr. Battle is a graduate of Emory University in Atlanta and completed medical school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia. He completed his post-doctoral training through Duke University and the Medical College of Virginia. Dr. Battle...
HOLLY POND, Ala. - For the past three years, Holly Pond High School has been waiting on their brand-new Home Economics classroom and it is finally here! When the new school year begins, this classroom will be available to all and has dozens of amazing new features to help students in their studies. After months of dedicated students helping...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Five men will be honored Saturday morning at a ceremony at the Cullman Veterans Memorial Park hosted by the American Legion Post 4. These men have recently had their names inscribed on the World War I monument after the discovery that they had inadvertently been omitted.
Finding these men all began with a search to learn more...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 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
May 26
harassment; person
May 27
Arrests
May 27
Sherrell, Cameron D.; 24
third-degree criminal trespass
Powell, Joseph D.; 23
FTA- possession of drug paraphernaliaFTA- improper lights
Kashuba, Jessica N.; 34
FTA- possession of...
