Roger Lawrence McKinnon, left and Rufus Jerome Parker, right / Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
COLONY - Two Colony men were arrested on Thursday for elder abuse, according to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff’s deputies responded to a welfare check on an elderly female under the care of Roger Lawrence McKinnon, 54 and Rufus Jerome Parker, 53. Once the deputies arrived...
HANCEVILLE - The Hanceville City Council on Thursday voted to close the city pool immediately. It also mulled changes to the City’s communication system and was introduced to the fire department’s newest tool.
Police Chief Bob Long gave an extended report on the recent escape and recapture of Justin McCoy Booth, and on the crash during the pursuit of him...
Hanceville Police Chief Bob Long explains to the city council the circumstances of Justin McCoy Booth’s escape and recapture, and the car crash that sent Officer Jason Hare to the hospital. / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - At its regular meeting Thursday evening, Hanceville Police Department (HPD) Chief Bob Long gave the Hanceville City Council a detailed explanation of this week’s...
CULLMAN - Mark your calendar and put on your dancing shoes! The 22nd annual Cullman Jazz Band Big Band Dance is set for Friday, Feb. 2 from 7-9 p.m. at the Cullman Civic Center. This year’s theme is “Old Hollywood/Oscar Red Carpet Elegance.”
Cullman Band Booster President Mary Hovater said the group is expecting a crowd.
“We expect another big turnout,”...
Architectural renderings of the future Cullman Row East (top), current site of the old Cullman Chrysler Dodge dealership, and Cullman Row West (bottom), current site of the former Sticks N Stuff / Bill Ming
CULLMAN - Two vacant sites on Second Avenue Southwest (Highway 31 South) in Cullman are getting new life, thanks to Athens-based developer Ming Enterprises. Owner...
CULLMAN - The Cullman City Schools Foundation is now taking nominations for the 2018 Distinguished Alumni and Service Awards. These awards have been established to recognize and honor the accomplishments of our outstanding graduates, community supporters and promising CCS graduates. By celebrating these role models, the CCS Foundation hopes to inspire today's students to follow their own pursuit of...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 24. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Fithian, Lisa King, 47
failure to appear- unlawful distribution of a controlled substance (2 counts)
Lands, Brandon Dewayne, 27
disorderly conduct
McIntyre, Anglea Renee, 42
failure to appear- resisting arrest
McIntyre, Hugh Dale, 53
failure to appear- DUI
Thomas, Merlin Eugene, 35
failure to appear- driving while revoked
Cullman Police...
Escaped Hanceville inmate Justin McCoy Booth was captured in Jefferson County early Thursday morning. / Photo courtesy of the Hanceville Police Department
HANCEVILLE - Justin McCoy Booth, the inmate who escaped custody in Hanceville Monday night, was captured in Jefferson County early Thursday morning, according to Hanceville Police Chief Bob Long.
Booth, 23, of Odenville, was in the process of being...
After the assembly, a banner reading “I Accept Rachel’s Challenge” was signed by Vinemont students who pledged to participate in the program. / W.C. Mann
VINEMONT - Across the United States each day, approximately 160,000 students skip school to avoid being bullied. Rachel’s Challenge hopes to change not only that number, but the whole culture in which such a number...
Colony Mayor Donnis Leeth, right, seen here at the Cullman Regional State of the Hospital Luncheon on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018 / W.C. Mann
COLONY - On Tuesday evening the Colony Town Council, which had been dormant since October due to the resignation of two members and the lack of a quorum among the other four on meeting nights, re-established...
CULLMAN - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs was in Washington, D.C. today to meet with President Donald Trump at the White House.
"It was a honor to represent Cullman today as I met with President Donald Trump along with a small group of other mayors," said Jacobs. "He emphasized how cities are the driving force behind job creation. To this point...
Update from our friends at WVTM-13: http://www.wvtm13.com/article/grandfather-mauled-by-dog-while-saving-granddaughter-from-attack/15889506
Edited 1-24-18 6:24 p.m. Authorities originally told The Tribune that the adult was transported to Birmingham. He was transported to Huntsville.The story has been updated.
CULLMAN - An area man has been airlifted to Huntsville and a toddler taken to Cullman Regional after an alleged dog attack on the city's southwest side late Wednesday...
Cullman Regional CEO James Clements addresses the audience at this year’s State of the Hospital Luncheon on Wednesday, Jan. 24. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional held its annual State of the Hospital Luncheon on Wednesday, and according to CEO James Clements, the hospital is experiencing continued success.
Clements noted that the hospital has operated at increasing profit for three...
HANCEVILLE - Hanceville police officer Jason Hare remains in intensive care at UAB Hospital recovering from injuries he sustained Monday evening while in pursuit of an escaped inmate. On Wednesday, a GoFundMe page was set up to raise funds for Hare and his family.
From GoFundMe: "Officer Hare is currently in the ICU where he will remain for several days....
Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs, second from left, seen here in June 2017 with, from left, Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer, Scott Stadthagen and Cullman City Council President Garlan Gudger, is in Washington, D.C. today to meet with President Donald Trump. / Tribune file photo
CULLMAN - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs is in Washington, D.C., today to meet with...
The Evelyn Burrow Museum’s Exhibit Hall in the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts currently boasts a collection of maps from as early as the mid-16th century to modern times showing the evolution of the state of Alabama. “Sweet Home: Alabama’s History in Maps” will be on display through at least Feb. 28.
HANCEVILLE - The Evelyn Burrow...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 23. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Baker, Johnie Dee, 64
third-degree criminal trespassing
Boykin, Wilma, 37
failure to appear- driving while suspended
failure to appear- giving false name to law enforcement
failure to appear- proof of liability insurance required
Hill, Matthew Lee, 33
failure to appear- obstruction/using false ID
failure to appear- possession of...
Nick Watford is featured during a performance of the Wallace State Jazz Band at Preview Day 2016 for the Fine and Performing Arts program at Wallace State Community College.
HANCEVILLE - The Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts program will host its annual Preview Day for current and incoming students interested in learning about scholarships and performance opportunities....
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us to Charley, the featured pet of the week.
“Sweet Charley is a neutered male cocker spaniel, approximately 5-years-old. He is a cheerful little fellow with a busy stub of a tail. He delights in being around people, loves the sunshine and is excellent on a leash.”
Charley’s adoption fee...
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Third Grade: Cainen Bennett, Abigail Brady, Kaylee Burgess, Foster Hendrix and Myles Johnson
Fourth Grade: Alexia Harris
Fifth Grade: Jeremiah Oglesby, Maribel Saldana and Gracie Thornton
Second...
VINEMONT - Vinemont High School is fighting bullying and violence head on. On Wednesday, the school will host an event, Rachel’s Challenge, and hopes to make a community-wide impact. Rachel’s Challenge is based on the life and writings of Rachel Joy Scott, who was the first victim of the Columbine school shootings in 1999.
According to the organization, Rachel’s Challenge...
The Cullman area currently has no homeless shelters for men. A group of local churches and agencies is working to change that. / Image courtesy pixabay
The American church has tragically reduced God’s word to mere information instead of the real purpose which is the transformation of people into the fullness of the image of Christ in character and conduct.”...
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Commission met Tuesday morning, when, after approving the minutes of its emergency meeting called on Jan. 16, the commission motioned to terminate the local state of emergency that was declared at that meeting due to last week’s winter weather. The local declaration was in response to Gov. Kay Ivey’s statewide emergency declaration the day...
Justin McCoy Booth / Courtesy Hanceviile Police Department and Facebook
UPDATE: http://www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2018/01/25/escaped-hanceville-inmate-captured-jefferson-county
Updated 1-23-18 5:30 p.m.
HANCEVILLE - The Hanceville Police Department is looking for Justin McCoy Booth, 23, of St. Clair County in connection with the incident that sent a police officer to UAB Hospital Monday night. Booth was in the process of being released from Hanceville, but was to be...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 22. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Bice, Jennifer Ryan, 45
grand jury- illegal possession or use of a credit or debit card (5 counts)
Boyer, William Wade, 50
failure to appear- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument (6 counts)
Flanigan, George Lamar, 40
parole violation/revocation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Johnson Donny...
CULLMAN - The Cullman City School Board held its monthly meeting on Monday in Tillman Hall on the Cullman High School campus. The board approved all items on this month’s agenda, beginning with the nomination for school board president. Current president Suzanne Harbin was nominated by the board and will serve as president for the rest of the year.
Also...
Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman speaks with a visitor at Monday night's town hall meeting in Trimble. / Nick Griffin
TRIMBLE - The Trimble Community Center was packed Monday night, and not just for the free pizza. Politically-minded residents turned out to hear from, and get some face time with, four of Cullman County’s elected officials.
Representative Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope;...
Cullman Caring for Kids Executive Director Javon Daniel receives a check for $25,615.07 for the food bank, surrounded by fellow Lions who have assisted his program. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Monday evening, the Cullman Lions Club presented to Javon Daniel a check for Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) in the amount of $25,615.07. Club President Bill Ruehl made...
Officer Zach Latham receives his five-year service pin from Councilman Andy Page. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - At a busy meeting Monday evening, the Cullman City Council moved to promote local industry, recreation, and personnel of the Cullman Police Department (CPD).
Royal Technologies tax abatement
The council approved a tax abatement of “all state and local noneducational ad valorem taxes, all construction...
LATEST: http://www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2018/01/23/search-continues-suspect-who-escaped-custody-hanceville
Updated 1-22-18 11:31 p.m.
The Hanceville Police Department has named the suspect in tonight's incident as Justin McCoy Booth, 24. He is 5'6", 135 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes.
Mayor Kenneth Nail posted on social media a short while ago: "Our officer will be OK few broken bones, concussion. Overnight at UAB. Thanks for all the prayers."
HANCEVILLE -...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 19-21. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Anders, Kevin Russell, 32
failure to appear- liability insurance required
Bailey, Shane Allen, 35
third-degree burglary
Black, Corley Zane, 28
failure to appear- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Buckelew, Michael Andrew, 29
domestic violence- third-degree harassment
Bush, Wanteel Quntee, 37
possession of drug paraphernalia
unlawful possession of a controlled...
Nosey at The Elephant Sanctuary near Nashville / Photo courtesy The Elephant Sanctuary
LAWRENCE COUNTY - Patricia Bentley of the Cullman Area Animal Welfare Association (CAAWA) informed The Tribune that on Monday afternoon, Lawrence County District Judge Angela Terry granted permanent custody of Nosey the elephant to the county, which in turn gave Nosey to The Elephant Sanctuary near Nashville,...
Wallace State sophomore Challie Johnson, a Hartselle native, was named the 2018 Homecoming Queen on Sunday.
HANCEVILLE – Challie Johnson, a Hartselle native, was named Wallace State Community College’s 2018 Homecoming Queen during the annual festivities on Sunday. She was crowned during halftime of the men’s basketball game vs. Southern Union.
Johnson, a business management major, maintains leadership roles in a...
Photo courtesy of Brian Bradberry
CULLMAN - Crews from Cullman Fire Rescue on Sunday responded to a gas line on fire on Waterford Drive in Terri Pines, according to Cullman Fire Rescue Division Chief Brian Bradberry.
Bradberry said the line was ruptured and caught fire while repairs were being made to a water line.
"Our crews pulled precautionary exposure hoselines while Cullman...
CULLMAN - Heart disease and stroke cause 1 in 3 deaths among women each year, killing approximately one woman every 80 seconds. Fortunately, 80 percent of cardiac and stroke events may be prevented with education and action.
Join Cullman Regional for its National Wear Red Day Luncheon on Feb. 2 at Loft 212 where there will be a healthy eating...
Pictured is the winner of the 2017 Cullman County Spelling Bee, Cullman Middle School's Jadon Li. This year's Bee will take place on Feb. 5. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Monday, Feb. 5, Temple Baptist Church will once again host the Cullman County Spelling Bee, now in its 91st year. Though overseen by the Cullman County Board of Education...
Outstanding students from area high schools were honored as DAR Good Citizens at a recent meeting of the Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. State DAR Regent, Mrs. Nancy S. Folk, of Hoover, presented the students with their commemorative certificates and pins.
The DAR Good Citizens program and scholarship contest is intended to encourage and reward...
Sen. Paul Bussman, R-Cullman spent a good portion of his time speaking about education at Friday’s State of the State Community Luncheon. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2018 State of the State Community Luncheon took place on Friday, with updates from the area’s legislative delegation. Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview; Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope;...
A map from May 2017 shows the proposed boundaries of an incorporated Berlin. Only residents living within the proposed town limits and registered to vote in Berlin may participate in the election. / Photo courtesy Berlin Incorporation/Facebook
BERLIN - The time is drawing near for the people of the Berlin community to decide whether or not it will become a...
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional’s Cullman Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is hosting its third annual 911 Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, Feb.10, with all proceeds benefiting Saving Forgotten Warriors. The event will take place from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
The registration fee for entering a chili recipe is $10 and is open to law enforcement, firefighters, EMS personnel and dispatchers. Community members are...
1-22-18: URGENT: Joy is in a hurry to find a home, so her adoption fee has been reduced to just $5!
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay introduces us to Joy, the Cullman County Animal Shelter’s pet of the week.
“Joy is a lovely female lab mix, approximately 5- to 6-years-old. She is a medium energy pet who prefers quieter environments, is...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 18. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Anders, Shaun David, 27
possession of drug paraphernalia
Boone, Bobby Wayne Jr. 35
carrying a pistol without a license
driving while suspended
liability insurance required
no tag/ tag not plainly visible
resisting arrest
Cornelius, Zachary Lee, 23
third-degree burglary
second-degree receiving stolen property
Freeman, Richard Blake, 27
failure to appear- domestic violence...
MONTGOMERY - December’s state unemployment numbers were released Friday morning, with Alabama maintaining November’s rate of 3.5 percent, a record low, and Cullman County’s rate coming in at 2.8 percent, down slightly from November’s rate of 3 percent. Cullman County’s unemployment rate is the second-lowest in the state for December. It is down markedly from December 2016’s rate of...
Vinemont INSPIRESS team (L-R): teacher/sponsor Shannon Bridges, Baylee Jennings, Hillary Holcomb, Jamie Marotz, Abby Sikes, Derrick Ransom, Justin Hoffman, Braxton Thompson / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday evening, the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) stepped outside the central office to hold its regular meeting at Hanceville Middle School as part of an effort to be more visible to...
Corey Harbison, Matt Gentry and Garry Marchman / Tribune file photos
TRIMBLE - A week into the 2018 legislative session in Montgomery, Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope will give local citizens an opportunity to get an update on what’s happening in Montgomery, and to let their voices be heard by the area’s elected officials. Harbison, Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry,...
Hanceville Fire Rescue was on scene, with its ladder truck, for three days in March 2017, helping to put out the fire at J.B. Pennington High School in Blount County. / Tribune file photo
I think the City is more upset at Blount County School Board’s insurance than we are at Blount County School Board.”
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail
HANCEVILLE - Last...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 12-17. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Ballenger, Robert Ramsey, 42
possession of drug paraphernalia
Church, Julia Rochelle Lynn, 25
harassing communications
Cofield, Tristan Dewayne, 19
possession of drug paraphernalia
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Crawford, Lindsay Marie, 23
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
probation violation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Earl, Charles Daran,...
Despite the storm and numerous closings, Planet Fitness Manager Corey Lee, pictured here on Wednesday, still saw a successful opening day on Tuesday. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - This week’s winter storm has certainly had an effect on the Cullman area, but a ride around town on Wednesday showed that a surprising number of local business owners were unphased by...
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Shane Barnette, left, and Cullman City Schools Superintendent Dr. Susan Patterson, right, weigh in on the effects of such a long break in the middle of the school year. / Tribune file photo, Cullman City Schools
CULLMAN - With area students already coming off a three-day weekend, then getting Tuesday and Wednesday off due to winter...
First Avenue Northeast, as seen on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 17. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN COUNTY - On Wednesday, The Tribune checked in with mayors around Cullman County to see how the municipalities were handling this week’s winter storm. None of the officials we were able to contact reported any major issues common during such weather, such as residents without power...
CULLMAN – The American Heart Association (AHA) and Cullman Regional have announced a three-year sponsorship to promote the American Heart Association’s “Healthy for Good” movement.
Cullman Regional is dedicated to reducing the number of cardiovascular-related deaths that impact our community annually. This continued commitment works toward the Alabama Hospital Association’s 2020 Impact Goal of improving the cardiovascular health of all...
These Cullman Police Department vehicles, pictured on Tuesday, Jan. 16, have been used in past snow events to help remove stranded vehicles. / Noah Galilee
CULLMAN COUNTY - Tuesday’s bitter cold winter weather brought with it high winds, snow, ice and a lot of work for local law enforcement and the Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA). City and county...
CULLMAN - As a part of Gov. Kay Ivey's declared State Public Health Emergency last week, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is hosting flu shot clinics statewide. In Cullman, a clinic is being held at the Cullman County Health Department (CCHD).
The CCHD has been closed due to inclement weather, but will reopen at noon on Thursday, Jan....
CULLMAN - Here are a few area events that are coming up soon, four of them on Thursday.
Bonsai for the Beginner, Jan. 18, 10:30 a.m.
What: Bonsai for the Beginner with Dr. Bob Wendorf
When: Thursday, Jan. 18 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Cullman County Extension Office, 402 Arnold St. NE (basement)
This is a regular Master Gardener meeting, but the public is encouraged...
CULLMAN - Due to winter weather and closures this week of offices and mobile units, LifeSouth is currently in emergency need of all blood types and also in need of platelet donors. The local LifeSouth office is located at 112 Clark Street across from Rumors Deli in Cullman. It is open today until 5 p.m. and 9 a.m.-5 p.m....
Planet Fitness in Cullman is OPEN! The fitness center enjoyed a quiet grand opening on Tuesday. Pictured, today, is manager Corey Lee. Planet Fitness is located at 1727 Second Ave. SW.
Find out more at www.planetfitness.com/gyms/cullman-al
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Hartselle Police Chief Ron Puckett, center, has declared his candidacy for Morgan County Sheriff. / Photos courtesy of Puckett’s campaign
HARTSELLE - Hartselle Police Chief Ron Puckett, a career law enforcement officer, announced Wednesday morning his candidacy for Morgan County Sheriff. Puckett will run on the Republican ticket. Puckett has more than 30 years of experience in law enforcement.
“As a...
CULLMAN - As of 10:15 a.m. Wednesday morning, Alabama State Troopers report, "We are not experiencing any significant hazardous road conditions at this time, other than some secondary roads in rural areas where there have been a few slick spots reported. However, we urge motorists to drive with caution as there may be patches of black ice on roadways...
Mount Hope, Alabama native Quincy Jackson was in charge of the White House staff kitchen during the terms of three U.S. presidents- Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama, and served as personal presidential valet to President Obama.
History of the White House Mess
The interesting history of the White House Mess is printed on the back of every menu:
"It...
CULLMAN - Major party candidate qualification for the 2018 Alabama general election opened on Jan. 8. After the first week, the candidates listed below are known to have qualified for candidacy in the election, or are known to be in the process of qualifying. Qualification will close on Feb. 9.
In addition to offices being contested, at least one constitutional...
Missoula Children’s Theatre’s Tierra Porter, left, and Morgan Summers, right, will be leading kids onstage and backstage, respectively, in this week’s production of “Jack and the Beanstalk” at the Cullman Civic Center. / Nick Griffin
UPDATE 1-18-18: Due to several missed practices because of this week's winter weather, there will be just one performance of "Jack and the Beanstalk." It...
ALDOT is preparing Alabama roads for winter weather. / Photo, taken Monday, Jan. 15, 2018, is courtesy of photographer Bill Castle/ABC3340.
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and the Alabama Emergency Management Agency are warning Alabamians to expect dangerous conditions across the state as winter weather moves through Tuesday. At this time, the National Weather Service is projecting snowfall amounts to...
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a State of Emergency, effective at 6 p.m. Monday, for all Alabama counties in preparation for potential severe winter weather.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for a large portion of Alabama in anticipation of snow, sleet and freezing rain in and near the areas under the advisory.
“All Alabamians...
CULLMAN – The Healthcare Authority of Cullman County late Monday announced that Cullman Regional has completed an agreement with the local physician owners (Physician Owners Group) of The Surgery Center of Cullman, LLC for a joint venture partnership.
According to a media release from the hospital, with the purchase agreement, finalized Jan. 15, Cullman Regional now has majority ownership of...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 12-14. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests reported. Arrests for Jan. 12-15 will be reported Jan. 16.
Cullman Police Department
Lance, Heather S., 20
fourth-degree theft of property
James, Randy E., 42
fourth-degree receiving stolen property
Lawrence, Katelynn M., 20
failure to appear- speeding
Hicks, Justin T., 24
public intoxication
Swann, Jacob J., 23
public intoxication
Withrow,...
CULLMAN - Maybe you really should put more thought into the gifts you give. You never can tell when a gift will turn into a hobby that leads to a fascination for that gift which broadens the mind and enriches the life of the recipient beyond measure.
Such was the gift of a little bonsai (the name means “tree in...
The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual State of the State Community Luncheon is set for Friday, Jan. 19 at the All Steak Restaurant. The event will be in the banquet room from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
The luncheon will feature updates from Montgomery from Cullman’s state legislative delegation:
Sen. Paul Bussman, R-Cullman
Rep. Randall Shedd, R- Fairview
Rep. Corey Harbison, R- Good Hope
Rep....
CULLMAN - Cullman County offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, 2018 in observance of Robert E. Lee Day and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. County Sanitation will run normally.
Cullman City offices will be open.
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Karma’s Coffee House owner Katie Fine and Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force Chairwoman Kathy Wilson at the task force’s table at the coffee shop Thursday / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and Thursday, Jan. 11 was Human Trafficking Awareness Day in the United States. The City of Cullman issued a proclamation supporting both the...
This architectural rendering shows the future Desperation Church building that will be located on Old Hanceville Highway (Third Avenue Southeast) at King Edward Street. / Andy Heis
CULLMAN - Desperation Church has become a fixture within the community at its current location next to Depot Park, but the congregation has expanded and created a need for a new facility. Motorists...
L-R: Alabama Secretary of Commerce Greg Canfield, Mazda Motor Corporation President and Chief Executive Officer Masamichi Kogai, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey, Toyota Motor Corporation President Akio Toyoda, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Limestone County Commission Chairman Mark Yarbrough. / Photo courtesy Toyota
CULLMAN - After this week’s announcement that Huntsville has been chosen as the site for a new, $1.6 billion,...
Tei Ti Taimi, left, and Jason Stevens, right
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) on Saturday afternoon announced charges against the two men who were the subjects of an hours-long manhunt late Friday into early Saturday morning in the community of Walter. Tei Ti Taimi has been charged with (failure to appear) third-degree burglary (two counts), second-degree unlawful...
Kicking off Curt’s Closet’s first sorting day were (L-R): Denise Williams, Courtney Herron, Christy Patterson, Brenda Rush, Ashley Wilson and Carrie Bentley. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - As an ongoing tribute to her late son Curt Wilson, who would “give you the shirt off his back,” Ashley Wilson is preparing to open Curt’s Closet, a charitable boutique where low income...
CULLMAN - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday declared a State Public Health Emergency due to this season's widespread outbreak of the influenza virus. Cullman Regional’s Lindsey Dossey on Friday responded, saying, “The best thing we can all do in order to stop the spread of flu is to stay away from each other, and if you have been...
Tei Ti Taimi, left, and Jason Stevens, right
LATEST: http://www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2018/01/13/2-suspects-hours-long-manhunt-charged-more-charges-pending
Updated 1-13-18 4:18 a.m.
The suspects, Tei Ti Taimi and the now-identified Jason Stevens, have been located and arrested.
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Updated 1-13-18 1:15 a.m.
According to the Cullman County Sheriff's Office, the two children have been located and are safe. They are being brought to the sheriff's office.
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Updated 1-13-18 12:52 a.m.
The suspects remain at large.
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CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 11. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Boatright, Joshua Allen, 39
third-degree domestic violence- third-degree assault
Cox, Calvin James, 27
public intoxication
Hagghard, Joseph Franklin, 28
failure to appear- possession of drug paraphernalia
failure to appear- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Hill, Natasha Beth, 37
failure to appear- possession of drug paraphernalia
failure to appear-...
The Dodge City Town Council met on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018. / Nick Griffin
Editor's Note: An earlier version of this story stated that Dodge City employees would be getting a 2-5 percent pay raise. This story has been edited to say that Dodge City employees usually get a 2-5 percent pay raise annually. This year, however, the council voted...
Hanceville Fire Chief Rodger Green explains the need for a new fire engine to the council at its Thursday night meeting. / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - It was a busy evening during a protracted meeting of the Hanceville City Council Thursday with topics on the table from Hanceville’s northern city limits all the way to Blount County, and issues related...
COLONY - On Saturday, Jan. 13, representatives from the Good Samaritan Health Clinic will be at Colony Town Hall from 10 a.m. until noon to sign up eligible non-insured county residents for its services.
Certain requirements must be met to qualify. From the Good Samaritan website:
“If you are a resident of Cullman County without any health insurance coverage, meet certain...
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay introduces us to Brutus, an 18-month-old male terrier hound mix that was confiscated from his former owner in an animal cruelty case.
Now, things have changed. With a little love from the staff and volunteers at the shelter, Brutus has developed a love for the great outdoors, and has even become...
Orby Shedd at his home in Baileyton / W.C. Mann
BAILEYTON - There is a man named Shedd whose accomplishments are well-known in east Cullman County. State Rep. Randall Shedd . . . is his nephew. Orby V. Shedd is a quiet, unassuming man who has made a name for himself by giving attention to little things; his lifelong hobby...
MONTGOMERY - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday declared a State Public Health Emergency due to this season's widespread outbreak of the influenza virus. Acting State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris is expected to hold a news conference on Friday to provide additional information about Alabama’s flu situation.
Ivey's declaration reads as follows:
WHEREAS the State Health Officer has reported that...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 10. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Bevington, Brian Alan, 50
second-degree criminal trespassing
unlawful breaking and entering of a vehicle (3 counts)
Duke, Donna Marie, 34
failure to appear- driving without a license
unlawful breaking and entering of a vehicle
Hill, Clyde Junior, 38
third-degree burglary
Miller, Jan Denise, 46
failure to appear- aggravated child...
HANCEVILLE - After multiple deadly accidents, the latest on Jan. 4, 2018, and a wave of community action reaching out to state authorities from the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) to the office of Gov. Kay Ivey, ALDOT has announced that Hanceville’s Alabama Highway 91/Edmondson Road intersection will become a four-way stop.
ALDOT North Region Engineer Curtis Vincent told The...
Juan Carlos Jimenez-Alcarez / Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
HANCEVILLE - A man who the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office said is in the United States illegally was arrested last week near Hanceville for trafficking in methamphetamine.
According to a media release from the CCSO, on Thursday, Jan. 4, agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)...
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is now accepting applications for the next session of its popular Citizens’ Academy. The nine-week program begins on Feb. 20 and will meet on Tuesday evenings from 6-9 p.m. There is no fee.
Highlights of the course include a SWAT Team demo, tour of the Cullman County Detention Center, a morning at...
Wallace State’s Spring 2018 student tutors are, front row, from left, Nancy Tyree, Amanda Matthews, Alex Carter, Ryan Davis and Alex Morrison; back row, from left, Hunter Rusk, Connor Franks, Ben Smith, Isaac Vacheresse and Colby Chapman.
HANCEVILLE – With spring semester beginning this week, Wallace State’s Student Resource Center recently hosted an Open House, allowing faculty and students to...
These Cullman Farm-City youth winners were selected from more than 400 students across Cullman County by the Cullman Farm-City Committee.
Outstanding Youth Award Winners for Cullman County are selected each year based on citizenship, community service and school involvement. Pictured left to right are: Outstanding Future Farmers of America (FFA) Members Paige Quick of West Point and Sydni Benefield of Holly...
VINEMONT - One person was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Vinemont Wednesday night. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick said Randy Joe West, 40, of Cullman was pronounced dead at the scene.
The wreck happened in the 900 block of County Road 1435 (Eva Road) at approximately 10:30 p.m.
West was traveling south in a 1989 Ford van, left the...
HANCEVILLE - Hancevile Mayor Kenneth Nail and the Hanceville Police Department are asking for any information the public might have about an armed robbery that occurred at the O'Reilly Auto Parts store at 836 Main St. in Hanceville Tuesday night.
Nail made the public aware of the alleged robbery on Facebook Wednesday evening, saying: "Dear Facebook friends we need your...
A Tuscan landscape is one of the subjects of paintings on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum from the collection of Mississippi artist Bewey Bowden. The exhibition “Color Explosion” can be seen now through March 31.
HANCEVILLE - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College is pleased to announce the opening of its exhibit “Color Explosion” featuring the...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 9. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Abbott, Kalyn West, 25
judge’s order- possession of drug paraphernalia
judge’s order- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Bennett, Laura Elaine, 44
negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument (7 counts)
Crumb, Lashaundra Denise, 25
judge’s order- DUI- .08 BAC or greater
judge’s order- speeding above 70- interstate
judge’s order-...
MONTGOMERY - Gov. Kay Ivey joined Toyota and Mazda leaders today to announce that the automakers have selected Huntsville, Alabama, as the site of their new joint-venture manufacturing plant.
The new plant will have the capacity to build 300,000 vehicles annually, with production split evenly between two lines for each company to produce a new Mazda crossover model that will...
Patricia Bentley and Belle from CAAWA with donations given to the organization.
The staff of The Cullman Tribune would like to give a big thank you to all of you who donated to our inaugural Christmastime drive for the Cullman County Animal Shelter and the Cullman Area Animal Welfare Association (CAAWA).
We would also like to thank:
Tori Francis
Freedom Insurance
Patricia Hankey
Angie Frost
Amber...
Cullman’s Good Samaritan Health Clinic recently received a $40,000 grant from the Wal-Mart Foundation through its State Giving Program.
Pictured are Good Samaritan Health Clinic Executive Director Jolanda Hutson, front left, and board chairman Teri Mobley, front, second from left, along with Wal-Mart associates and clinic staff.
What a blessing! Thank you Wal-Mart for your continued partnership!
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry / Tribune file photo
CULLMAN - Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry responded late Tuesday to a lawsuit filed on Friday, Jan. 5 by the Southern Center for Human Rights and Alabama Appleseed Center for Law and Justice against 49 Alabama county sheriffs, including Gentry, claiming that at least some of them are unethically generating personal...
It is almost time for another exciting kick-off event for Relay for Life. The event will be Thursday, Jan. 11 at 5:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall of First Baptist Church in Cullman. We are looking forward to seeing you, your team members or anyone who wants to know about the mission of Relay for Life. Please let everyone...
Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt, Jr. will retire April 1. / Tribune File Photo
CULLMAN - On Tuesday evening, the Cullman City Council announced that Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt, Jr. will retire on April 1. The City requested Reinhardt stay on to oversee the completion of the new fire station, Fire Station No. 3, on Alabama Highway...
The Alabama State Department of Education published its new online dashboard system on Dec. 30, 2017. For now, the system includes only partial “report card” data and partial ACT Aspire results. The state “report card” will be released on Feb. 1, 2018. / Alabama State Department of Education
CULLMAN - The Alabama State Department of Education (ASDE) recently published its...
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Litter Crew worked more than 314 miles of area roads in 2017. / Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
CULLMAN - In 2017, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Litter Crew picked up 64,619 pounds of trash off roadways, according to the sheriff’s office. The office said crews worked 314.3 miles of roads, including county and municipal roads,...
