Dameon Jackson reacts to the cold air as Christy Turner exits the pool after last year’s Polar Bear Plunge. / Tribune file photo
CULLMAN - Cullman Parks and Recreation (CP&R) is gearing up to start the new year with a week full of promotions and activities at the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center (CWAC). Starting Monday, Jan. 1, Community Wellness...
The Cullman Elks Lodge will hold a New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball Sunday evening. / Cullman Elks Lodge
CULLMAN - Where do you and yours plan on ringing in the new year? Below are two local options.
Goat Island Brewing Pre-New Year’s Eve Party
Saturday, Dec. 30, from 7 p.m. to midnight at Goat Island Brewing, 1646 John H Cooper Drive SE...
Cullman County Commission / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Commission held a regular meeting on Thursday, with only three items on its agenda. All three passed unanimously.
Approved a three-year participation agreement with the ACCA Liability Fund of the period of Jan. 1, 2018 through Jan. 1, 2021
Authorized payment to the City of Hanceville for Mud Creek cleanup in...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 28. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Brewer, Charity Faye, 36
possession of drug paraphernalia
possession of prescription medicine
Brown, Amanda Black, 35
failure to appear- driving while suspended
failure to appear- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument (2 counts)
negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument (2 counts)
Gilland, Ciara Danielle, 25
judge’s order- DUI- influence of...
MONTGOMERY - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on Friday issued an alert of increased influenza (flu) activity across the state.
A media release from the ADPH reminds the public that the flu is a very contagious respiratory illness, with symptoms including fever, cough, sore throat, runny/stuffy nose, headache, muscle aches and extreme fatigue.
"This increased rate of flu activity...
Pictured left to right: Colony Mayor Donnis Leeth, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs, Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail and Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman / Tribune file photos
CULLMAN COUNTY - As the new year is upon us, The Tribune is taking a little time to ask some of the county’s well-known personalities what they’ll remember most about 2017, and what they...
Colony Mayor Donnis Leeth, right, with Colony Councilwoman Ethel Alexander, in July / W.C. Mann
COLONY - The town government of Colony has faced some challenges this year, but Mayor Donnis Leeth seems as upbeat as ever. On Tuesday, The Tribune sat down with Leeth and Councilman Curtis Johnson to catch up on community events and plans, and to talk...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 27. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Hudson, Felisha Nichole, 31
failure to appear- possession of drug paraphernalia
possession of drug paraphernalia
failure to appear- unlawful distribution of a controlled substance
first-degree unlawful possession of marijuana personal use
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
failure to appear- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Johnson,...
Micky Dwayne Teague / Cullman Police Department
CULLMAN - A traffic stop in Cullman led to the discovery of 21.9 grams of methamphetamine and the arrest of a Decatur man, according to the Cullman Police Department. Micky Dwayne Teague, 49, was arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.
The CPD said...
Wade Allen Waldrop / Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
HANCEVILLE - A Hanceville man was arrested on Dec. 26, following an investigation by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) in which it was discovered that he allegedly molested multiple children under the age of 12, according to the department.
Wade Allen Waldrop, 40, has been charged with first-degree rape, two counts of...
Photo courtesy of Winterplace Ski Resort
CULLMAN - Cullman Parks and Recreation announced this morning it will host a ski trip Jan. 26-28. The event, the department’s first-ever ski trip, will take place at Winterplace Ski Resort in West Virginia. The ski trip is limited to the first 12 people who register. Only those 18 or older can attend.
The cost,...
Logan Trammell / Facebook
JONES CHAPEL - More details have been revealed about the Christmas Eve shooting that resulted in the death of Logan Wayne Trammell, 22, of Jones Chapel. Family and friends spoke to Birmingham news station WIAT CBS 42, saying the young man was tragically shot by his own father.
Trammell’s family told WIAT that he was driving away...
NASHVILLE - Roxanne Orr, of Cullman, qualified for the Fall 2017 Dean's List at Belmont University. Eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours and a quality grade point average of 3.5 with no grade below a C.
Approximately 35 percent of Belmont's 8,080 students qualified for the Fall 2017 Dean's List. Belmont Provost Dr. Thomas Burns...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 22-26. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Boyd, Amy Jessica, 46
failure to appear- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Conklin, Neal Patrick, 39
failure to appear- illegal possession of alcohol
Crumbley, Clint Jordan, 18
carrying a pistol without a license
illegal possession of alcohol
reckless driving
speeding- driving a vehicle at a speed greater...
Margaret Hamm / Alabama Retail Association
MONTGOMERY – Margaret Hamm, co-owner and operator of Cullman’s Monograms Plus, was recently elected to the Alabama Retail Association’s board of directors.
Hamm’s term begins Jan. 1, 2018. Monograms Plus, a jewelry, gift and apparel shop that offers onsite monogramming, has been an Alabama Retail member for nearly 19 years.
Hamm’s passion for embroidery came from...
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us to Casey, our Pet of the Week:
“Hi! I’m Casey, a 1.5-year-old, 30-lb. female terrier mix. I was picked up as part of an animal cruelty case. I know how to love, though; I just need someone to practice with. I’m kind, loving and low-maintenance, and I’ll go...
TUSCALOOSA - Will Raney, of Cullman, a student in the Computer-Based Honors Program in the Honors College at The University of Alabama, presented the goals, outcomes and impact of research conducted in fall 2017 during "CBH Live 2017," an interactive presentation. The title of the Raney's project was "Towards Open and Interactive Sharing of Polymer Membrane Gas Separation Data."
The...
Pictured is West Point Mayor Kenneth Kilgo. / Tribune file photo
Edited 12-27-17 for clarity
WEST POINT - The Town of West Point has been awarded a $120,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), according to a statement from the office of Gov. Kay Ivey.
The CDBG funds will provide infrastructure needed for the construction of a combination convenience store, gas station and...
Wendy Shaw is Cullman’s first-ever certified nurse midwife. / Cullman Primary Care
CULLMAN - Cullman native Wendy Shaw is happy to be home. She’s even happier to be breaking new ground as the city’s first-ever certified nurse midwife (CNM). Shaw is now practicing at Cullman Primary Care Obstetrics & Gynecology and can deliver babies at Cullman Regional.
What is a CNM?...
Updated 12-25-17 at 9:02 p.m.
JONES CHAPEL - An accidental shooting has claimed the life of a Jones Chapel man. Logan Wayne Trammell, 22, died early Christmas morning after being accidentally shot on Christmas Eve.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick said the incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. at a private residence in the community of Jones Chapel. Trammell was transported...
Applicants are wanted for the 2018 Cullman County Master Gardener class, to begin Jan. 31, 2018. If you register for the class before Dec. 31, the fee is $125 and includes the cost of a thick reference notebook, refreshments, travel expenses for speakers and a background check.
Our office will be closed for the holidays Dec. 20, 2017 to Jan....
CULLMAN - Greencraft Mowers has been a fixture among local businesses in Cullman for years. It’s a family-owned business that has grown from a repair shop to a store offering products, advice, repairs and much more. Owner Ross Harrison has been around the business since he was young and has kept up the family business for 17 years.
“This was...
Pat and Joe Brown (R), with help from Michael Washam (L), serve up lunch outside Five Points Grocery Thursday. / W.C. Mann
Love God, serve people. God has blessed us a lot with our business. I’m a retired Marine, and this is all that we do. God has blessed us well, so we want to bless other people.”
Joe Brown, Devil...
Jason Sanford entered Wallace State’s Welding program in January 2016 after spending a decade in the banking industry as a loan lender. Sanford is on track to graduate in May 2018.
HANCEVILLE - Stroll through Wallace State Community College programs like welding or nursing and it’s not unusual to stumble upon a student who has returned to college with an...
Cullman Basketball Complex owner Branch Whitlock (in gray) said he saw a big local need for a facility like his. / Nick Griffin
HANCEVILLE - Cullman has always been a big sports town, but basketball can sometimes take a back seat to baseball and football. Branch Whitlock would like to see that change and is working to make basketball one...
Edited 12-27-17
Cullman County
Cullman County offices will be closed Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 25-26, for the Christmas holiday and Monday, Jan. 1, 2018 for New Year’s Day.
Cullman County Sanitation will not collect garbage on Christmas Day.
Monday routes will be run on Tuesday; Tuesday will be on Wednesday; Wednesday will be on Thursday; Thursday will be on Friday; and Friday will...
From the 2017 Night to Shine Prom/ courtesy Fairview: the Grace Place
FALKVILLE - On Feb. 9, Fairview: the Grace Place in Falkville will host its second annual Night to Shine Special Needs Prom, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. Pre-registration for the event is now open.
The Tim Tebow Foundation’s website describes this ministry: “Night to Shine is an unforgettable...
CULLMAN - First United Methodist Church Cullman (FUMC) hosted a Christmas program put on by its Mom’s Day Out and Sonshine Preschool students this week, and the sanctuary was full of excited parents and kids. The students ranged in age from 2 to 5 years old.
The program featured a nativity scene with all of the kids appropriately dressed for...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 21. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Phillips, Shannon Dawn, 38
permitting dogs to run at large
permitting livestock to run at large
Walker, Connie Wood, 60
third-degree criminal mischief
Warhurst, Jodi Davis, 42
possession of drug paraphernalia
first-degree receiving stolen property
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Cullman Police Department
Twilley, Carolyn B., 60
third-degree theft of...
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay, a volunteer at the Cullman County Animal Shelter, introduces us to Dulcet, a senior yellow lab.
Dulcet is and older and wiser female, a potential therapy dog. She is an excellent companion and likes to hang out with you while you read; she’s an all-around good egg. Dulcet loves all cats, children and other dogs. She...
MONTGOMERY – The state’s unemployment rate has dropped to 3.5 percent, a new record, according to a media release from Gov. Kay Ivey. Cullman County’s rate is holding steady at 3 percent.
Ivey announced Friday that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted November unemployment rate set a new record low of 3.5 percent, down from October’s previous record-setting rate of 3.6 percent,...
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday evening, the Hanceville City Council voted to enact an ordinance that creates a mechanism to collect debts, whether those who owe those debts like it or not. The measure will allow the Alabama League of Municipalities’ Municipal Intercept Service (MIS) to deduct owed money plus fees from the state tax refunds of citizens with outstanding...
New pageant director Monica Windham with daughter Jordan Windham (L) and niece Anna Hilb (R) / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - At Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in downtown Cullman, the annual Christmas Eve Children's Mass featuring the Christmas Pageant has become a tradition. Around 30 children from the congregation dress up as Mary and Joseph, angels, shepherds, wise men and...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 20. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Abbott, Randall Joe, 30
probation violation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Duke, Michael Ray, 36
probation violation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Golden, David Gene, 42
attempting to elude
second-degree criminal mischief
improper turn- left
possession of drug paraphernalia
proof of liability insurance required
reckless driving
speeding
second-degree unlawful possession...
Incoming CCMCA officers, from left, Vice President Donnis Leeth of Colony and President Bill Oliver of Holly Pond / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - At its last meeting of 2017, the Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association (CCMCA) elected new officers, and selected a recipient for the Lucille Galin Public Service Award.
Officers
The CCMCA had previously chosen a new president, and presented...
Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope explains the proposed fuel tax legislation to county commissioners and mayors at Wednesday's meeting of the Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Wednesday, the Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association (CCMCA) voted to support proposed legislation that would add 3 cents to the county’s existing 1-cent gasoline tax, and...
Vinemont High School's InSPIRESS team / Photo courtesy of Shannon Bridges
VINEMONT - Vinemont High School’s InSPIRESS team won its division in the InSPIRESS Competition at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) on Dec. 15.
“The mission this year was to design a payload that would go to the moon and investigate properties that would allow humans to be able...
Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope explains the proposed legislation to county commissioners and mayors at Wednesday's meeting of the Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Wednesday, the Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association voted to support legislation that would add three cents to the current one-cent county gasoline tax, and create a four-cent tax...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 19. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Bonner, Natalie Faye, 30
DUI- .08 BAC or greater
Budweg, Carl Edward, 70
harassment
Dunson, Carlton Evan, 50
grand jury- failure to register/establish SORNA
probation violation- failure to register/ establish SORNA
Harbin, Jeffery Brian, 53
DUI- commercial vehicle driver
Harvey, Aleisha Mullins, 30
domestic violence- third-degree harassment (2 counts)
Jones, Patrick...
The Wallace State Community College Diagnostic Medical Sonography Class of 2017 includes, from left to right, front row: Courtney Jones, Joy Calloway, Neeki McNeely and Erica Barnhouse. Second row: Taylor Shewbart and Courtney Summers. Third row: Jessica Batson, Erica Roberson and Payton Chittam. Fourth row: Lyndsey Lunn, Ashley Acker and Katie Smith. Fifth row: Jeri Todd, Gloria Delaney, LaShauna...
Coaches and members of the Cullman Middle School eighth-grade football team were recognized for their second consecutive undefeated season. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The Cullman City School Board met on a rainy Tuesday evening for its last official meeting of 2017. The event was held in Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall to make room for all the students who...
Yutaka representatives (at each end of the line) Aleese Horton, April Weaver, Summer Breskow Perry, and Courtney Brown present the Cullman County Department of Human Resources (DHR) a roomful of toys, new clothing items and other gifts for kids in foster care. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Monday morning, the Cullman County Department of Human Resources (DHR) received a...
GARDEN CITY - The Garden City Town Council spent a large portion of its Monday night meeting discussing the work schedule for town hall. Some of the council members said they have received complaints about the town hall only being open four days a week. After discussing the positives and negatives of a five-day and four-day weekly schedule, the...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 18. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Combs, Bradley Ryan, 33
failure to appear- driver’s license restriction violation
Cornelius, Amanda Lorean, 32
fourth-degree theft by deception
George, William Brian, 35
first-degree theft of property
Hall, Bryan David, 31
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
McClintock, Misti Sharee, 42
probation revoked- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Norwood,...
WEST POINT - At its Monday night meeting, the West Point Town Council heard plans from a local church’s representative about building a community food pantry, similar to the one in Cullman near the Mary Carter Store (Cullman’s Little Free Pantry). The pantry would be a small, self-service site where residents can either drop off or pick up donated...
MONTGOMERY - Influenza activity levels are increasing across the state of Alabama, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), which said several positive influenza (flu) specimens in north Alabama have been reported in the previous three weeks. While the flu season is just getting started in much of the country, activity is already elevated in Alabama with...
The Cullman City Council on Monday, Dec. 18, 2017 recognized Cullman Police Department patrol officers Hunter Potts (L) and Tyler Jackson (R) for their response to a double shooting in November. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Monday evening, the Cullman City Council held its last meeting of 2017, considering measures that could lead to more annexations, new technological services...
Wallace State’s Quiz Bowl team members are, from left, Olivia Jones, Caleb Still, Zakk Waddell, Paul Knetter, Ross Wallace and Derik Arendall. Not pictured is Brett Hogan.
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s Quiz Bowl team recently capped off its fall season with a third straight tournament championship, winning the Wallace State Invitational.
Earlier in the semester, the Wallace State Quiz Bowl team...
Neal McLeod plays solo trombone in “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - The 50-plus member Cullman Community Band delighted the crowd at the Cullman Civic Center on Sunday with its annual Christmas concert. Director/Conductor Garry Taylor led the band through a holiday set that included “Candlelight Carol,” “Away in a Manger,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”...
Alabama Sec. of State John Merrill, pictured in Cullman in April 2017 / Tribune file photo
MONTGOMERY - Pursuant to Act 2016-450, regarding the identification and recordation of write-in votes, Alabama Sec. of State John Merrill has determined that the individual write-in votes cast in the U.S. Senate election will be identified and documented for the results of special general...
FAIRVIEW - An Albertville woman was killed in a two-car crash in Cullman County on Sunday. The wreck happened in the 500 block of Wesley Avenue in the community of Fairview.
Imelda Morales, 29, was pronounced dead at the scene, said Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick.
According to Alabama State Troopers, Morales was a passenger in a 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse,...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 15-17. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Cooper, Kevin Lynn, 45
second-degree theft of property
Crawford, Lindsay Marie, 23
possession of drug paraphernalia
Duncan, Will Jeremy, 24
failure to appear- third-degree burglary
Estes, Elisha Nicole Camp, 37
failure to appear- public intoxication
Garrison, Tina Marie, 27
commitment order- cruelty to animals (3 counts)
Gilley, Christopher James, 26
possession...
Robin Henderson (right) from Holly Pond is the newest member of the Cullman chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) to be inducted into the order by Chapter President Ken Brown.
Members of the SAR can trace their family roots back to a patriot ancestor who fought in or supported the American side in our Revolution. There are...
Cullman Regional Hospice and its fundraising arm, Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. are partnering with Masquerade Fundraising for a $5 jewelry and accessories sale, Dec. 18-20. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Hospice of Cullman County Inc. Indigent Care Fund.
Monday, Dec. 18, from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 19, from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Wednesday,...
The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation Board of Directors: Sitting, left to right: Lorie McGrath, Mary Dyer, Judy Grissom and Janice McNeal. Back row: standing left to right: Dr. William E. Smith, Becky Richardson, Louise Cole, Mike Doss and J.L. Parker.
From the board: We thank each and every one that has supported the Foundation and made it possible for...
Updated 12-18-17 2:44 p.m.
FAIRVIEW - An Albertville woman was killed in a two-car crash in Cullman County on Sunday. The wreck happened in the 500 block of Wesley Avenue in the community of Fairview.
Imelda Morales, 29, was pronounced dead at the scene, said Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick.
According to Alabama State Troopers, Morales was a passenger in a...
Children look over tables full of gifts at the Town of Baileyton's Christmas celebration on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017. / Heather Mann
BAILEYTON - Christmas is a time for friends and families to gather together, and what is a community but one big family? Many cities and towns take pride in holding Christmas celebrations for their communities to enjoy, and...
Dr. Teeter shows students a map of the planned community of Vinemont. / Jacqueline Hill
VINEMONT - Recently, fifth-grade students at Vinemont Elementary School got an extra serving of history on their plates as retired VES Principal Dr. Jane Teeter spoke about the history of Vinemont. She began with a classroom presentation, complete with original period maps showing the ambitious...
Lt. Jeff Warnke shares a moment with the 6-year-old boy he was paired with for this year's Shop with a Cop event. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - Officers from the Cullman Police Department (CPD) and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on Saturday met local families at Chick-fil-A, before heading off to take the kids shopping at Wal-Mart for the CPD’s...
Nosey in Cullman in November / CAAWA
MOULTON - The saga of Nosey the elephant continues this weekend. On Saturday, the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Nosey's owners, Hugo and Franciszka Liebel, were arrested Saturday morning on animal cruelty charges.
The Tribune is working to get more information from the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office.
WHNT19 reported, "Testimony went well into the...
Joey Ruse, an eighth grader at Saint Bernard Middle School, conquered the Middle School Spelling Bee with the word “dragoons” and the championship word “mandible.” Joey will represent Saint Bernard in the Cullman County Spelling Bee Monday, Feb. 5, 2018 at Temple Baptist Church at 7 p.m. Joey is the son of Doctors Tony and Naykala Ruse, of Cullman....
Left to right: Wallace State Community College AmeriCorps VISTA staffer Heather McAfee, WSCC Grant Specialist Kristi Barnett and WSCC AmeriCorps VISTA staffer Hannah Kren addressed the Hanceville City Council Thursday evening about the upcoming Planting Seeds Community Garden. / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday evening, the Hanceville City Council received a briefing on an upcoming project at Wallace State...
Austin Monk is Wallace State's new director of Workforce Development.
HANCEVILLE – Austin Monk joined Wallace State Community College this month as director of Workforce Development.
In Monk’s new role, he will oversee training for business and industry, short-term non-credit training and continuing education.
“Wallace State strives always to meet the ever-changing talent development needs of our business and industry community,” said...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 14. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Bartlett, Robin 53
parole violation/revocation- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Bevington, Ronald Eric, 49
nonsupport
Bigham, Tracy Michelle 42
liability insurance required
Calloway, Jeffery Craig, 34
failure to appear- driving while revoked
Carter, Allen Lee, 33
failure to appear- DUI- alcohol and controlled substance
Keller, Huie Franklin, 49
third-degree domestic...
CULLMAN - Drew Green of the Cullman County Museum announced the issuance of the Museum’s 2017 Christmas ornament featuring East Elementary School, which has been a city landmark since 1936.
“Once again,” said Green, “we are selling Christmas ornaments (among other gift ideas) at the Cullman County Museum. The subject of this year’s Christmas ornament is East Elementary School, which...
The new look for Cullman EMS is meant to be a visual reminder that the organization and Cullman Regional are one team. / Cullman Regional
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional’s Cullman Emergency Medical Services (EMS) now displays a new look, linking it to affiliate Cullman Regional. The two organizations have been a part of the same team since 1984, when the...
Michael Dewayne "Big Boi" Johnson
Updated 12-15-17 at 10:45 a.m.
BIRMINGHAM – A federal judge on Wednesday sentenced a Birmingham man to 20 years in prison for selling heroin last year that caused the death of a Cullman man and seriously injured another, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Michael Dewayne "Big Boi" Johnson, 32, pled guilty in August to one count...
Mayor Kenneth Nail introduced Halee Pitts (left, with Councilwoman Sharon Porter), a civil engineer employed at Redstone Arsenal, as the newest member of Hanceville’s Planning Commission. / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - At its regular meeting Thursday evening, the Hanceville City Council had a full slate, from annexation to zoning and many topics in between.
A major topic was the city pool,...
Dan Baillargeon resigns as headmaster at Saint Bernard Prep School. He is pictured with Father Linus Klucsarits, OSB, a monk of Saint Bernard Abbey, who will assume the headmaster’s position in January 2018. / Joyce Nix
CULLMAN - Father Joel Martin, O.S.B., president of Saint Bernard Prep School, has announced that Headmaster Dan Baillargeon is resigning from his position to...
Two bald eagles were spotted near Lake Catoma in 2016. / Photo by Don Berman, courtesy of www.audubon.org
CULLMAN COUNTY - If you’re looking for something different to do with a little of your Christmas season, consider an idea that is, literally, for the birds.
The National Audubon Society is calling for birdwatchers and other outdoor enthusiasts to participate in the...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 13. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Ballard, Joseph Adam, 33
failure to appear- third-degree forgery (3 counts)
failure to appear- first-degree theft of property
Ballenger, Robert Ramsey, 42
second-degree bail jumping- possession of drug paraphernalia
failure to appear- possession of drug paraphernalia
Black, Robert Lee, 34
failure to appear- domestic violence- third-degree harassment
failure...
Updated 12-14-17 at 5:11 p.m.
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Commission on Thursday morning approved a resolution authorizing a Florida law firm to represent the County in a multi-party class action lawsuit against the five largest manufacturers and three largest distributors of opioids.
The commission unanimously approved Resolution no. 2018-12, which will allow the firm of Levin Papantonio Thomas Mitchell Rafferty...
Who could say no to this smile? / Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay, a volunteer at the Cullman County Animal Shelter, introduces us to Velcro, a 18-month-old male hound mix that has been a victim of abuse and neglect.
“I’m very laid back and I mind well. I like to explore the world on my leash with you. ...
MONTGOMERY - Former Republican Senate candidate Roy Moore on Wednesday released a video statement. In it, Moore again declines to concede the election to Democratic Senator-elect Doug Jones.
Below is the content of Moore's message:
"Tomorrow, my wife and I will celebrate our 32nd wedding anniversary.
I want to thank her and all my family, for standing with me through this long...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 12. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Black, Robert Lee, 34
third-degree domestic violence- harassment
Hogan, Jasmine Lynn, 32
fourth-degree receiving stolen property
Olinger, Christopher Wayne, 43
failure to appear- possession of drug paraphernalia
failure to appear- resisting arrest
failure to appear- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Parker, James Caleb, 24
domestic violence- third-degree harassment
resisting...
Jack Richard Seifert / Cullman Police Department
CULLMAN - A Somerville man has been charged with three counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance in Cullman County.
On Dec. 10, Jack Richard Seifert, 34, was served with an arrest warrant while already incarcerated in the Cullman County Detention Center on unrelated charges.
The distribution charges stem from undercover operations in which...
Charles David Sutton / Cullman Police Department
VINEMONT - A Vinemont man was arrested on Dec. 11, charged with trafficking in illegal drugs.
Charles David Sutton, 48, was taken into custody by Cullman City Police Department Sgt. David Nassetta, Sgt. Scott Sanford, Sgt. Chris Thomason, Investigator Justin Craft and Officers Trey Higginbotham, Dustin Colburn and Cole Kelley.
The arrest was the result...
VINEMONT - A Vinemont woman is in UAB Hospital, a victim of a hit and run Tuesday evening. The incident happened in the 100 block of County Road 1116 at approximately 8:45 p.m.
Alabama State Troopers identified the woman as Patricia Lorraine Brown, 39.
“The pedestrian was walking with the flow of traffic when she was struck,” said Trooper Chuck Daniel....
Principal David Wiggins and his team from East Elementary / Courtesy of David Wiggins
CULLMAN - Three area schools have been named 2017-18 Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence (BRSE): Good Hope Primary and Fairview Middle from the county system, and East Elementary from the city system.
The BRSE Program, according to its website, “is a comprehensive school self-assessment experience utilizing the...
Mountain Melodies dulcimer band provided live homespun entertainment. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Saturday, the Peinhardt Homesteaders celebrated Christmas at Peinhardt Farm. Homemade Christmas treats abounded, along with handmade gifts and games. Live traditional southern Appalachian style entertainment was provided by Mountain Melodies dulcimer band.
During the celebration, Homesteaders director Shannon McBride took time to reflect back on 2017, the...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 11. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Couch, James Timothy, 38
attempting to elude
failure to appear- driving while suspended
Roach, William Lamar, 41
failure to appear- DUI- .08 BAC or greater
Cullman Police Department
Couch, James T., 38
failure to appear- third-degree theft of property
Eason, Gary J., 23
fourth-degree theft of property
Boone, John T.,...
CULLMAN - The Cullman Tribune has kicked of the first of what it hopes will be an annual Christmastime drive for the Cullman County Animal Shelter and the Cullman Area Animal Welfare Association (CAAWA). Donations are being accepted at The Tribune office, 219 Second Ave. SE, from now through Dec. 31. The goal is to fill up the front...
Months of campaigning, a lot of it ugly, come to an end today, as Alabama voters head to the polls to decide between embattled Republican Roy Moore or Democrat Doug Jones. / Tribune file photos
CULLMAN - The day is finally here: the U.S. Senate special election. Polls are open today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Alabama voters...
West Point Performing Arts put on its second annual Christmas Spectacular over the weekend. / W.C. Mann
WEST POINT - On Sunday afternoon, the performing arts program spearheaded by Ty Parker at West Point High School (WPHS) celebrated the season with the last of three performances of its Christmas Spectacular featuring multiple components of the program.
Included in the program were...
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CULLMAN - A Trenton, Tennessee man was extradited over the weekend and brought to Cullman to face two murder charges. The arrest stems from an incident that occurred at the Days Inn off U.S. Highway 278 West in March of this year, when the body of Jeanie Kent, 47, also of Trenton, was...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Dec. 7-10. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Ballard, Joseph Adam, 33
third-degree theft of property
Burney, Kimber Inez, 29
failure to appear- possession of drug paraphernalia
failure to appear- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Butts, Christopher Trey, 22
failure to appear- unlawful breaking and entering of a vehicle
Cleghorn, Justin Lee, 25
failure to...
Santa stayed warm while visiting with children at this year’s Holly Pond Christmas celebration. / W.C. Mann
HOLLY POND - On Saturday afternoon, the town of Holly Pond celebrated the season with its annual Christmas parade and “Cards in the Park.” Bitter cold and higher than usual winds made things tough, but crowds came anyway. The short parade made its...
A young guest gets a hug at Sunday’s Christmas carnival at Garden City First Baptist Church. / Nick Griffin
GARDEN CITY - Garden City First Baptist Church held its annual Christmas Carnival Sunday afternoon and this year’s event had all the favorites from last year and then some. This is the third year that the church has put on the...
CULLMAN - Three days of cowboy action came to a close as the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo concluded in front of a standing-room-only crowd at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center Saturday evening. Almost every space was filled in the 1,300-seat stands, with additional floor seating. Spectators filled gaps, standing where they could and...
HANCEVILLE - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College is accepting reservations for a May 2018 tour of Germany and the Alps. The nine-night trip is scheduled for May 17-27, 2018, and includes stops in Rothenburg, Munich, Lucerne, Salzburg, Heidelberg and more.
“This will be a wonderful trip for area residents who may want to explore their German...
Shrine staff participated in this year’s county Christmas parade in Hanceville. / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - In our promised search for non-commercial Christmas doings this year, The Tribune is once again highlighting the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament near Hanceville (Previously recommended for its giant Nativity scene), where staff and volunteers will be offering rides in a wagon drawn...
CULLMAN - Cullman High School Performing Arts put on its award-winning rendition of “Scrooge: The Musical” Saturday night, and the auditorium was full of anxious friends and family who were excited to see the show. Friday night’s performance was canceled due to the weather conditions ending the school day early, but the whole crew was back for Saturday and...
Girl Scouts from Troop 10438 walk in the Good Hope Christmas parade on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2017. / Nick Griffin
GOOD HOPE - Saturday was a festive one around Cullman County, and particularly in the city of Good Hope, where people lined up along the route to get in position for the annual Good Hope Christmas parade. The parade started...
VINEMONT - A Cullman man was killed early Saturday morning in a motorcycle wreck in the Vinemont community.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick said that Jeffrey David Entrekin, 46, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The crash happened at County Roads 1343 and 1354 at 12:01 a.m.
Alabama State Troopers said Entrekin, driving a 1997 Honda motorcycle, was going into a...
Bicentennial Committee Chairman Drew Green, right, presents the grant check to the Agriplex Board. L-R: Dr. Bill Peinhardt, Rachel Dawsey, Mike Roden, Billy Troutman, Bonnie Baty, Jackie Walker (receiving check), Tim Scott and Jerry Eddleman
CULLMAN - Recently, Cullman’s Alabama 200 Bicentennial Committee Chairman Drew Green presented a $1,000 grant to the North Alabama Agriplex for three upcoming summer programs,...
Cullman County Animal Control Sgt. Chris Westmoreland said the department usually doesn't publish photos of animals involved in cruelty cases, but said Friday, "Maybe it's time for people to see this." The department has been inundated with cases over the last several weeks. Shown are two of the dogs seized in the Garrison/James case (top row); one of the...
CULLMAN - Below is a list of Christmas events happening around the community this weekend. For more details, visit www.CullmanTribune.com/calendar.
(Some text provided by individual event organizers)
Saturday, Dec. 9
Good Hope Christmas Parade and Christmas in the Park, 2 p.m. beginning at Good Hope High School
The annual Good Hope Christmas Parade will start at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9. The...
The Cullman Lions Club recently named its 2018 Board of Directors for the Cullman County Fair Association. They are:
Seated: (L-R) Lion Jerry Bonner, fair co-manager; Lion Rickey Peek, director; Lion Dennis Berse, director; Lion Randy Kraft, director; Lion Steve Singleton, treasurer; Lion Steve Cartee, fair vice-president.
Standing: (L-R) Lion Charlie McBrayer, fair co-manager; Lion Doug Spradlin, director; Lion Carey Thompson,...
Director Evan Curtis and the Holly Pond High School Band wait for the choir to take the stage. / W.C. Mann
HOLLY POND - On Thursday evening, the music programs of Holly Pond High School came together for the school’s annual Christmas concert.
The 74-member choir and ensemble, under the direction of Melissa Roberts, performed “Christmas (Baby, Please Come Home),” “Carol...
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and his son participate in the stick horse races at the mini rodeo on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - Sheriff Matt Gentry called it the “heart and soul of the sheriff’s office.” On Thursday morning, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) kicked off its annual Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo with a...
