COLONY, Ala. - More than once Colony Mayor Donnis Leeth has strapped a long harvesting sack over his shoulder to show kids how to pick cotton, something he actually did when he was their age. He talks while walking back and forth in front of them, putting on a pantomime demonstration of plucking bolls from a row of plants. ...
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Community projects were the main topic of discussion Monday night at the Baileyton Town Council meeting. The Town has been asked by Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview and Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman to compile a list of 10 projects the Town would like to accomplish in the next year. Mayor Johnny Dyar asked the members of the...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The replacement of a culvert on Lick Creek Road was the main topic of conversation at Monday night’s Holly Pond Town Council meeting. Specifically, the payment for the culvert.
In public comments, citizen Charles Holcomb addressed the council on the issue.
Said Holcomb, “Mr. (James) Mezzell was told that he needed to pay for that culvert himself,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Thomas Jefferson wrote, “Agriculture is our wisest pursuit, because it will in the end contribute most to real wealth, good morals, and happiness;” and at the heart of American agriculture for over a century now has been the tractor, a combination tool and conveyance that, in various configurations, pushes, pulls, drags, mows, tills, plants, fertilizes, waters...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 4, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 30
possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 385, CR 813
reckless endangerment; 1st Ave. N Hanceville
theft of property, criminal mischief; CR 1674
trespassing; Hwy. 278 E
harassment; CR 1367
harassment; CR 1367
harassment; Blountsville St....
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter Volunteer Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Jelly Bean is a shepherd/hound mix just younger than a year old. He’s a medium-energy pup who will be active without running you ragged. He’s great on a leash and cherishes human company and could make a good companion or hiking dog.
Animal...
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a joint press conference Tuesday morning with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO), Rock the South, through producer Nathan Baugh, announced it is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the driver who hit a pedestrian early Saturday morning, June 1, near the Rock...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South (RTS) cranked up for its eighth year, and its first year in a new location outside the contiguous city limits of Cullman (but annexed into the city) over the weekend. It was a new experience with a whole new set of possibilities and a whole new set of problems.
Day one
Day one of the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday night had a light agenda, compared to recent past controversies over Rock the South (RTS) and rezoning. The council did hear brief reports from Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Brian Bradberry, Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper, and RTS promoter Nathan Baugh, who all attended the meeting.
Bradberry noted that this past weekend’s...
BERLIN, Ala. - At is regular May meeting, the Berlin Town Council voted to enter into a general obligation bond with Citizens Bank and Trust to help finance a property purchase in hopes of eventually building a town hall. Monday night, the council held a special-called meeting to finalize the deal with an ordinance.The agreement to enter a $75,000...
CULLMAN, Ala.
– With another season of softball in the books for Cullman County, it’s time to
recognize local standouts for their accomplishments and Buffalo Wild Wings did
just that Monday night. They, along with Cullman County’s seven softball
coaches, helped put together and recognize an all-county softball team for the
2019 season. The team, consisting of 14 players voted on by the coaches,...
JOPPA, Ala. – Four people were killed, including two children, in a two-vehicle wreck near Joppa Monday morning. The incident happened along the 7000 block Alabama Highway 67 at approximately 8:04 a.m.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick and Senior Alabama State Trooper Chuck Daniel confirmed the fatalities.
Killed were Allen Dewanne Gore, 41, of Arab and Holly Marie Young, 23,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative lineman Jeff Osborn was honored for his community service as part of the state’s official Alabama Lineman Appreciation Day celebration.
Osborn was given the Energy Institute of Alabama’s Outstanding Service Award during a ceremony Monday at Opelika Power Services. The award is given annually to one electrical lineman among all the electric utilities in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 3, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported. All County offices closed June 3.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 30
third-degree domestic violence; person; Oak Manor Dr. SW
May 31
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW;...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Hannah Bates Memorial Buckle Series, hosted by the South Cullman Saddle Club, finished its final barrel race Sunday and Nathan Morrow went home with the 1D and 2D Buckles and the prized saddle. The series was held in memory of Hannah Bates, a Cullman High School graduate who was tragically killed on Feb. 24, 2018...
LATEST UPDATE: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/06/03/update-4-killed-including-2-children-in-wreck-near-joppa/
Updated 6-3-19 11:21 a.m.
JOPPA, Ala. - Authorities are on the scene of a multiple fatality crash along the 7000 block Alabama Highway 67 near Joppa. Hwy. 67 south of Hwy. 69 is shut down to County Road 1763.
The head-on collision occurred after 8 a.m. this morning.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick has now confirmed 4 fatalities.
Senior Alabama...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday evening, a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle in a hit and run accident along County Road 469 south of the Rock the South venue early Saturday morning was identified by a family member as Cullman resident Rob Clemmons.
In a social media post, his mother wrote, “He is banged up but nurses...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, Rock the South cranked up for day two, having rethought certain issues from day one including nearly overwhelming traffic flow problems and dusty conditions. Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs donned a safety vest to help direct tanker trucks to spray down heavily traveled thoroughfares in the morning to cut down on dust, and trucks continued...
SIMCOE, Ala. - A fire in Simcoe Saturday destroyed one of two connected chicken houses at Heatherly Poultry Farms.
Co-Owner Stacy Heatherly said the house did not contain any chickens at the time.
By 8 p.m., the fire was under control, and firefighters from the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department were checking for hot spots in the connecting structure between...
Updated 6-1-19 7:09 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle very early Saturday morning near Rock the South. The vehicle left the scene of the accident. The victim was airlifted to UAB Hospital in Birmingham.
According to Good Hope Fire and Rescue Chief David Scott, the incident occurred along County Road 469 south of the event site,...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Thirty-nine golfers made their way to Cross Creek Golf Course Saturday morning for the second annual Crimson Ladies of Cullman Charity Golf Tournament and one of them was former Crimson Tide running back Siran Stacy. Stacy, along with the other players in the field, helped make this year’s event another success. This year’s tournament featured 41...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On day one of the 2019 edition of Rock the South (RTS), there were loads of music and lots of opportunities for fun- as fans have come to expect from the massive festival- and new stories to accompany the new venue, including a record crowd that came out to see big stars Brooks & Dunn and...
CULLMAN, Ala. -The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center announced Friday that Peggy Smith will continue to serve the Chamber in a new consulting role as community relations manager, beginning June 3, 2019.
“We are pleased Peggy has agreed to accept this new role with the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce,” said TJ Franey, chairman of the Chamber’s...
LOGAN, Ala. - As the popularity of Smith Lake continues to rise, so do the chances of emergencies on and around the water. Seven fire departments whose service areas include portions of the lake, along with others, have banded together in an effort to extend their reach beyond the shores and onto the lake itself. They have purchased a...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Thursday, Cullman County’s brand new Veterans Treatment Court (see www.cullmantribune.com/2019/05/30/cullman-county-veterans-treatment-court-gets-underway-today/) held its first docket day, and presiding Judge Wells “Rusty” Turner declared the opening a success. Three veterans officially entered the program, and seven others began the application process. Six mentors, who assist veterans throughout the year-long program, were present, and by late afternoon, the...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Fire damaged the popular Sunflour Bakery & Eatery Thursday evening. Good Hope Fire Chief David Scott said the inside of the structure is “probably a total loss.”
“We don’t know the cause yet. It’s under investigation,” said Scott. “The inside, the whole inside, is probably a total loss. It got put out fast, but it was a...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – It was nearly impossible to wipe the smile and exuberance off Marty Harris’s face during Wallace State’s Adult Education Commencement this week.
“I quit high school during my tenth-grade year and now look at me. I’m 44 years old and have earned this GED,” Harris said. “I’m here to tell you it’s never too late to go...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Fire damaged the popular Sunflour Bakery & Eatery Thursday evening.
Smoke could be seen billowing from the structure just after 7:30, but the fire was quickly contained by Good Hope Fire Rescue, Cullman Fire Rescue and the Bethsadia Volunteer Fire Department. Cullman EMS was also on the scene.
The bakery is located at 324 County Road 222.
Cullman Fire...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The staff at Wallace State Community College (WSCC) is taking the threats of hunger and food insecurity seriously with two programs: one that helps feed students and one that offers them and folks in the wider community an opportunity to help feed themselves.
Kristi Barnett, a grant specialist with the WSCC Future Foundation, puts in extra hours...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 28
unlawful possession of a controlled substance, illegal possession of prescription drugs; CR 1435
harassment; CR 388
domestic violence; CR 1760
violation of a protection order; CR 1216
burglary; CR 1678
harassment; CR 1650
assault;...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’ Office (CCSO) said four people were arrested Thursday and charged with trafficking in illegal drugs following the execution of a search warrant at a residence along County Road 385 near Smith Lake Park.
Allegedly recovered in the search were 3 grams of methamphetamine, numerous Lortab pills and drug paraphernalia.
Deputies, along with agents with...
DODGE CITY, Ala. - It has been almost one year since April German started Victoria’s Hope, a ministry providing free clothing and other necessities to single parents in need, to honor the memory of her mother Victoria Hammond Hankey. The Tribune asked German to share her experience and what’s ahead.
German shared, “It's so hard to believe we are approaching...
CULLMAN, Ala. – After a successful inaugural tournament last year, The Crimson Ladies of Cullman are gearing up for their second annual charity golf tournament. This year’s tournament will be held at Cross Creek Golf Course in Hanceville and registration opens up at 7 a.m. before a shotgun start at 8. The cost for an individual golfer is...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce bid farewell to outgoing president Leah Bolin at its annual Chamber Membership Appreciation Cookout on Wednesday. The cookout was held in the breezeway outside the Chamber of Commerce with a free lunch provided by Stone Bridge Farms.
“Today is Chamber Appreciation Day for what you do for our community, for being...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As of Thursday morning, Cullman County’s court system now gives veterans who struggle with the mental and emotional aftermath of their service a new means to deal with issues faced by many who have been to war, and which contribute to higher than average rates of substance abuse, anger control and even suicide among those who...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted the second annual Veteran Farmers Conference, offering military veterans opportunities to learn about agriculture and agricultural therapy and network with other people who have similar life experiences. Participants learned about various crops, agricultural equipment and architecture, bee keeping, landscaping and other topics, along with hearing from successful veteran farmers and...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association is inviting mothers and children in the area to attend a Mommy and Me Painting Luau, where the mother and child each will get to create a wooden wall hanger they can display in their home or give as a gift.
The Alumni Association is offering two days for the...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 29, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 28
unlawful breaking and entering of a motor vehicle, third-degree burglary; Atlanta Ave. SW; miscellaneous; unknown amount of property value
third-degree forgery, third-degree possession...
CULLMAN, Ala. - “We have a big announcement with our competitive cheer teams winning the national championship for the league they compete in,” Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan Anderson told the mayor and city council members at their meeting Tuesday night. He continued, “We actually have two teams. They are called Warhead and Starburst Teams...
COLONY, Ala. - On Tuesday evening, the Colony Town Council talked about plans for what’s shaping up to be an eventful summer for the community. The town will participate in the federally-funded summer feeding program from June 3 through June 29, offering free breakfast and lunch to children and youth up to 18 years old, between 9 a.m. and...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 28, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsMay 23
domestic violence; Hwy. 278 E
trespassing; CR 810
unlawful possession of a controlled substance; St. Joseph St.
harassment; CR 1203
domestic violence; CR 1564
harassment; Hwy. 278 E
domestic violence; CR 813
theft of property;...
Updated 5-28-19 7:49 p.m.
NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. - This year’s Cullman County Spelling Bee champion, Carter Daily, a sixth grader at St. Paul’s Lutheran School, reached the third round of the 92nd Scripps National Spelling Bee this week.
Daily finished his run in the third round Tuesday evening.
In a message to The Tribune, his mother Shannon Daily shared, "Round three took...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Service details have been announced for Christian Hart, 12, of Vinemont. Christian was killed in a tragic boating accident Saturday on Smith Lake in Cullman County.
Full obituary:
Funeral services for Christian Asher Hart, 12, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at Faith Baptist Church with Garry Waddell, Phillip Bridges, Chad Reynolds, Jacob...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Pumpkin Seed is a 1-year-old terrier mix. She’s a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet who’s savvy on her leash and likes to stay close to her human. She has a playful side- Ruttkay called her a “natural entertainer”- and enjoys water, especially...
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Friday, Rock the South (RTS) returns for its eighth annual installment. Gates will open at noon Friday and Saturday, with entertainment and activities running until midnight both days. More than 25,000 fans are expected to attend each day.
Event coordinators are confident that the change to a new venue, from Heritage Park to private property at...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Marine Patrol Troopers Sunday afternoon released the name of the 12-year-old victim in Saturday's tragic boating accident on Smith Lake.
Patrol Commander Capt. Gary Buchanan issued the following statement to media statewide:
"ALEA Marine Patrol Troopers continue to investigate Saturday’s boat crash that claimed the life of 12 year old from Vinemont. Investigators say Christian Hart was killed...
CULLMAN, Ala. - For the last few years, several entities across Cullman County have participated in a federally-funded program to ensure that children and teens 18 and younger who might face food insecurity can have access to nutritious meals through their summer break from school.
According to information from the U.S. Department of Agriculture: “The Summer Food Service Program,...
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/05/26/update-troopers-release-name-of-12-year-old-victim-in-smith-lake-boating-accident/
Updated 5-25-19 10:16 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A 12-year-old boy was killed in a boating accident on Smith Lake early Saturday evening. The incident happened near Goat Island.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatick confirmed the fatality.
The Alabama Marine Patrol (AMP) Division of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is expected to release more information regarding the tragic incident Sunday.
Late...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Rotary Club recently named Milton Wilder Rotarian of the Year.
“We are so proud of Milton Wilder, Cullman Rotary Club Rotarian of the Year. He enjoyed this day with his family, J.B., Sarah, Eliza, and Jake. Congratulations on a well-deserved award! Service Above Self!” said a statement from the Rotary Club.
“Milton is a great person...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 24, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 21
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; general merchandise; $45
May 22
third-degree forgery; Merchants Bank; forged checks; unknown amount of property value
third-degree domestic...
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council had a heavy discussion on a property purchase and how to finance it during its May meeting this week.
In order to pay for the property, which is approximately 20 acres of land next to the Berlin Community Center, the council initially opened with the idea to pay half of the amount and...
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council voted this week to help the West Point High School Future Farmers Association (FFA) with their upcoming Cattle and Sheep Show. The event will be held at the Cullman County Fairgrounds July 5-6. The council unanimously agreed to give the organization a $1,000 sponsorship to help with the show.
In other...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 23, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsMay 20
theft of property; Hwy. 91
trespassing; Hwy. 31
menacing; Hwy. 67
theft of property; Hwy. 69 N
possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 231/CR 1763
harassment; CR 119
theft of property; CR 1823
May 21
gas driveoff;...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman at this week’s meeting voted no on approving the minutes of the Cullman County Commission’s previous meeting, causing Chairman Kenneth Walker to give the second yes vote needed to approve them. The difference in opinion pertained to the decision to open the pool at Smith Lake Park this season.
According to Marchman,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Memorial Day Weekend is only two days away, and it’s a time to remember and honor those who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. A short yet poignant ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday morning at Veterans Park at Sportsman Lake. The annual ceremony is hosted by the Veterans of Foreign Wars...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Smith Lake Park will host its annual Memorial Day Weekend Festival this Saturday, May 25 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission to the park and festival are free.
There will be live entertainment throughout the day, plus arts and crafts vendors, food vendors and contests. Guests can also enjoy the newly updated putt-putt course and opening day at...
GARDEN CITY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Terry Sanders of the Alabama League of Municipalities Loss Control Division spoke with the Garden City Town Council prior to this week’s meeting about the Town hiring a deputy or establishing its own police department. At Garden City’s previous council meeting, Councilman Scott Arnold asked the council to continue...
Updated 5-23-19 6:29 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. -The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) celebrated 40 years in Cullman at its annual meeting Wednesday at Loft 212. Speakers gave highlights and talked about progress made over the past year at the many UWCC partner agencies and programs. They also gave special recognition to those individuals and businesses that made outstanding contributions...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the country prepares to honor those who have lost their lives in military service this Memorial Day Weekend, the Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 continues its annual tradition of placing American flags in the Cullman City Cemetery and the median of U.S. Highway 31. Started in the 1950s by WWII veteran Jimmy Caretti,...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Gold Ridge Volunteer Fire Department and the surrounding community on Saturday came together to celebrate the department's fourth decade of service. The anniversary party featured free food, drawings for door prizes, a bounce house and train ride for the kids, a visit from the Air Evac helicopter and tours of the fire station and engines....
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 22, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 20
third-degree theft of property; USA Healthcare; Olive St. SW; weed eater, leaf blowers; $650
leaving the scene of an accident; person; 1st Ave....
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board Tuesday evening celebrated the successes of many of its students.
The first group honored was the CHS baseball team, which won the 2019 AHSAA 6A State Championship last weekend. It was the fifth state title for Cullman Baseball. Players and coaches were honored, as well as the late Curtis Wilson, who was...
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to leaders of Cullman area emergency response agencies, the city and county are about ready for Rock the South next week. When the music cranks up on May 31, around 190 law enforcement officers and at least 50 firefighters and emergency medical personnel will be at the new site, working out of a mobile unified...
WEST POINT, Ala. - “It’s devastated us all,” the owner of a chicken house near West Point said as she watched what was left of the structure smolder Tuesday. Inside the structure are the remains of hundreds of animals including dogs, chickens, doves, rabbits and more. An exact number of animals is unknown.
“The fire is still under investigation. The...
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday morning, 11-year-old animal advocate Denna Chivers, along with her family and friends, filled almost half of the Seventh Street Baptist Church parking lot with items for her annual fundraising rummage sale to benefit the Cullman County Animal Shelter. Shopper turnout was strong, and sales were brisk and constant.
Around lunchtime, Chivers told The Tribune, “It’s...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidentsMay 16
counterfeit $100s; State of Alabama; Hwy. 157
May 20
fraudulent use of a credit or debit card; person; miscellaneous charges; unknown amount of property...
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/05/22/latest-hundreds-of-animals-die-in-fire-near-west-point/
UPDATE 1:01 p.m.: Animal Control says that number also includes rabbits, chickens and ducks.
WEST POINT, Ala. – A fire at a property along County Road 1223 near West Point at approximately 7:30 Tuesday morning destroyed a chicken house with hundreds of dogs inside.
"The fire is still under investigation. The fire marshal as of what I know has...
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/05/22/latest-hundreds-of-animals-die-in-fire-near-west-point/
UPDATE 1:01 p.m.: Animal Control says that number also includes rabbits, chickens and ducks.
WEST POINT, Ala. – A fire at a property along County Road 1223 near West Point at approximately 7:30 Tuesday morning destroyed a chicken house with hundreds of dogs and other animals inside.
"The fire is still under investigation. The fire marshal as of what...
CULLMAN, Ala. - For the fourth summer, Cullman City Schools will host a free feeding program for all kids ages 0-18. The program will begin June 3 and run through July 26 (closed July 4-5). Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Breakfast will be from 8-9:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Locations include West Elementary School, Cullman High...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - A $60,000 Community Development Block Grant awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey will help the Town of South Vinemont improve the main access road to the new Shaddix Co. location which will create six jobs.
Read The Tribune's exclusive coverage of the Shaddix Company's move here.
The Town is using the funds to widen and resurface Park Drive, just...
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) is getting ready to celebrate its 40th anniversary.
“On May 23, 1979 a group of leaders came together to create a unified front to address the concerns they had for Cullman County. These 18 founding board members created the Cullman County United Fund, and this year what is now known...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) will hold its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2019 today, Tuesday, May 21, at 1 p.m. in the CDC gymnasium.
Said Principal Chris Chambers, “The CDC family would like to express our joy for what our CDC graduates have accomplished. Progress can be measured is so many different ways. ...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
Incidents
May 16
theft of property; Industrial Park Rd.trespassing; CR 1410domestic violence, robbery; CR 436unlawful possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1448domestic violence; CR...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Join us for our annual Cullman City &
County Blood Drive on Friday, June 7, 2019, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Cullman City donation sites are Dick's Sporting Goods and
Wal-Mart North (on AL Highway 157), while Cullman County donation sites are the
Cullman County Courthouse and Wal-Mart South (on Olive Street).
Those who donate for the City of...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Exotic animal vendors from all over the
country gathered at the Cullman Civic Center Saturday morning to showcase their
animals and animal accessories.
More than 30 vendors from places like Michigan, Louisiana,
and Indiana, just to name a few, brought a wide assortment of creatures for
people interested in less-common pets, from classic exotic pets like reptiles,
birds, and rodents to...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope High School Class of 1969, the first graduating class of Good Hope High School, celebrated its 50-year class reunion Thursday evening at Stone Bridge Farms.
The classmates enjoyed a nice dinner while reminiscing about their days as Good Hope Raiders. A typical Friday night 50 years ago would be a ballgame or a...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Representatives from Tony Serra Nissan and The Cullman Tribune on Thursday visited schools across the county with Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) central office administrators to meet the system’s Principal and Teachers of the Month, and present them the keys to the vehicles they’ll be driving for the next month. Each one also received a...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce members on Friday were treated to a sneak peek of the progress made at the future home of the Rocket City Trash Panda’s in Madison. Emo Furfori, director of communication relations and corporate sponsorships for Ballcorps, LLC was the guest speaker at the Chamber’s May Community Luncheon at East Side Baptist...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Twenty-seven students were recognized at a pinning ceremony on Thursday, May 9 for graduating from the Wallace State Community College Dental Hygiene program.
Dr. Sharon Alley, director of the Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting program, said two words came to mind when she thought of the graduating students: grace and gratitude.
“You all have worked extremely hard throughout...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville City Hall was struck by lightning last Saturday, leading to emergency communications equipment being disabled. The Hanceville City Council held a special-called meeting Thursday to approve the funding needed to replace the equipment.
Hanceville Police Chief Bob Long explained, “If it wasn’t a direct hit, it was in the immediate vicinity. It fried three quarters or...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education recognized almost 100 students on Thursday, May 9, during a pinning ceremony that also recognized award winners.
“We will celebrate this group’s accomplishments, which are many, and witness the passing of the light as these individuals symbolically enter the profession of nursing,” said Deborah “Pepper” Hoover, chair of...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on May 17, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 16
duty upon striking an unattended vehicle; person; 3rd Ave. SW; damage to ’13 Ford Edge; $600
identity theft; person
Arrests
May 16
Reeves, Rachel A.,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 35 students graduated from the Wallace State Community College Respiratory Therapy program and were recognized at a special pinning ceremony on May 9.
Dr. Ken Crow, former chair of the Respiratory Therapy program, served as the guest speaker, addressing students who started the program before his retirement.
“He has helped each of us in becoming a...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsMay 13
unlawful breaking and entering of a motor vehicle; CR 1245
criminal mischief, trespassing; Roland Johnson Parkway
criminal mischief; CR 1135
domestic violence; CR 1384
unlawful possession of a controlled substance, possession of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - High school students at St. Bernard Preparatory School gathered in the Fazi-Richard Athletic Center with friends and family to be recognized for their outstanding academic achievements during the 2018-19 academic year. Headmaster, Fr. Linus Klucarits, served as master of ceremonies, opening the evening with prayer and presenting the awards alongside guidance counselor, Mary Mayo, and other...
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Christian Academy’s 2019 commencement will be Friday, May 17 at 7 p.m. The service will be in the sanctuary of Soul’s Harbor Free Will Baptist Church.
This year our graduate is Riley Johnson, son of Joseph and Brenda Johnson of Vinemont.
The guest speaker will be the Reverend Michael Cox, pastor of Forestdale Free Will Baptist Church...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman issued a statement Thursday praising Gov. Kay Ivey for signing House Bill 314 into law Wednesday.
Gudger's statement, in full:
“I appreciate Governor Ivey standing strong for life by signing House Bill 314 into law.
“I am a pro-life voice for my district. I believe that abortion is murder, and I voted according to my...
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the start of summer comes warm weather and bright sunny days, giving the perfect weather conditions to enjoy some time outdoors. Cullman County has no shortage of outdoor activities and recreation areas, though some may be more well-known than others. One of the most popular recreation areas in Cullman is Sportsman Lake Park, but even...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man who has been missing since April 19, 2019 has been found alive in Texas. Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper said the New Orleans Police Department confirmed Charles Steven Smith, Jr., 42, was alive by face-timing him. Smith is in Corpus Christi, said the NOPD.
Said Culpepper, “The New Orleans Police Department face-timed
him. He did...
Updated 5-16-19 at 5:54 p.m.
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University conferred degrees to 774 students at its spring commencement ceremony May 3, 2019 on Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium.
Cullman-area degree recipients included:
Laura Brock, of Cullman
Adam Estep, of Falkville
James Glasscock, of Holly Pond
Rachel Hilb, of Cullman
Anna Mangum, of Cullman
Katie Peyton, of Cullman
Aspyn...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 10
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW; miscellaneous; $199
May 11
third-degree burglary, third-degree criminal mischief, fourth-degree theft of property; 11th St. SE;...
The Vinemont High School Class of 1994 held its 25-year reunion Saturday, May 4, 2019 at The Brandin’ Iron in West Point.
Pictured are: (front row, left to right): Kenny Haynes, Shawn Warnke, Brian Echols, Shelley Mazur Sanders, Tonia McCrary, Tanya Sanders Smith, Mandy Clemmons Preiss, Lisa Murphree Timbs, Stacey Challis Frederick, Teresa Yeager Green, Amanda Smith Shelton, Julie Ransom...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night discussed possibly raising the town’s sales tax by a half-cent in an effort to help Vinemont schools. There was no vote on Mayor Radginal Dodson’s proposal, as it will need to be read twice prior to the council voting on the increase.
Dodson explained to the council, “This sales tax,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Uncle Henny is a 2-year-old hound mix described as an “over-sized beagle look-alike” with a stubby tail that may indicate a little mountain cur in his family tree. He’s a friendly, medium-energy pet who’s learning his leash etiquette and has the makings...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on May 14, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidentsMay 13
unauthorized use of a vehicle; Heritage Self Storage; Main Ave. SW
ArrestsMay 13Hawkins, Brent J., 27
illegal possession of prescription drugs
possession of drug...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center was recently named one of the top chambers of commerce in the country, placing fourth in its category in the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives’ 2019 Chamber of the Year competition. The competition stands alone in nationally recognizing the dual role chambers play in leading businesses...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Police Department (CPD) aviation division pilots Captain Gene Bates and Officer Matt Dean on Monday evening received commendations during the Cullman City Council meeting. The two responded to a mutual aid request from authorities in Winston County to assist in locating two missing hikers in the Bankhead National Forest on May 8. Using an infrared...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 27th annual Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive took place this past Saturday, with carriers in Cullman County picking up approximately 10,000 pounds of donated food on their routes. Staff from the United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) and Cullman Caring for Kids (which will receive the donations), along with post office staff, Monday...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - This Saturday, May 18, the Veteran Farmers Conference will take place at Wallace State Community College. Sponsored by The Alabama Mountains, Rivers & Valleys Resource Conservation & Development Council, the conference will offer military veterans, active duty and reserve personnel an opportunity to learn more about therapeutic farming and sustainable agriculture.
The conference will introduce participants...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Downtown Cullman’s landmark All Steak Restaurant held its official re-opening Monday, with new owners Dyron Powell and Zac Wood cutting the ribbon at the center of a large crowd that included Mayor Woody Jacobs and members of the city council, Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce President Leah Bolin and staff, and Dale Greer from the Cullman...
