PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview’s Zayden Cruce signs scholarship offer to attend Huntingdon College
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - At Fairview High School this morning, Zayden Cruce signed his scholarship offer to play football at Huntingdon College in Montgomery.
After a breakout junior season in 2024, a leg injury threatened not only his senior season but his career. Cruce fought...
Arley man dies after Cullman County wreck
CULLMAN, Ala. – An Arley man died following a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:20 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Arlen L. Langley, 86.
Troopers said Langley was critically injured when the 2010 Chrysler 300 Touring he was...
State of Education: Students, teachers honored
CULLMAN, Ala. – Multiple students and educators were honored at the 2026 State of Education Breakfast community breakfast hosted by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce on Friday, April 24.
“We were honored to host our recent State of Education Community Breakfast, bringing together educators,...
Severe Weather Threat Update
CLANTON – Tuesday, 1:00 pm, April 28, 2026
Storms near and south of I-20 will continue to redevelop this afternoon with very heavy rainfall, a few wind gusts from 40-60 mph, and hail up to quarter size being the main threats.
A Mesoscale Convective System (MCS)...
Obituary: Sammie Audrey Jones
Sammie Audrey Jones, age 72, passed away on April 24, 2026. Born on February 7, 1954, in Cullman, Alabama, Sammie lived in Hanceville, Alabama.
Sammie served in the Navy as well as a carpenter, bringing steady hands and a practical dedication to the work entrusted...
Obituary: Allyson Helton Yoder
Funeral service for Mrs. Allyson Helton Yoder of Cullman, is Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 1 p.m. at West Point Baptist Church, with Rev. Samuel Tucker officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service at the church from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m....
Obituary: Roger Dale Holmes
Roger Dale Holmes, age 74 of Hanceville, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at his residence. He was born, December 23, 1951 to Porter Holmes and Virginia Lucille Holmes.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.He was preceded in death by...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 28, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 28, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
No incidents reported.
Arrests
April 27
Boone, John T.; 41
FTA – criminal...
Severe Weather Threat Into Wednesday
CLANTON – Tuesday, 6:30 am, April 28, 2026
There are two separate threats of severe weather today into early Wednesday. The first is due to the current thunderstorm activity near and north of I-20 as of 530 am. These storms will produce a boundary somewhere...
Hanceville students to host America’s 250th celebration Wednesday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville students will mark America’s 250th birthday Wednesday with a community celebration centered on patriotism, student performances and recognition of veterans and active military members.
The America’s Semiquincentennial Celebration is scheduled for 9-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 29, in the Hanceville High School gym.
The event is being...
PREP SOCCER: Cullman boys hold off Randolph in penalty kick shootout, win 3-2 to move on to third round of state playoffs
CULLMAN, Ala. - After knocking off Ft. Payne at home to start out the Class 6A 2026 state soccer playoffs, the Cullman Bearcats looked to carry that momentum into their second-round game at home against Randolph. Neither team was able to hit a goal...
Fairview High Principal Dr. Brad Stapler leaving at end of school year
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School Principal Dr. Brad Stapler will be leaving Fairview at the end of the school year to pursue a new opportunity with Guntersville City Schools.
"We are excited for Dr. Stapler’s new opportunity and wish him the best," said Cullman...
TRACK & FIELD: Several local stars qualify for State Championships with sectional performances
CULLMAN, Ala. - Track and field sectionals took place this past weekend across the state, and stars from around Cullman County and beyond earned trips to the 2026 AHSAA State Championships in Cullman (1A-3A) and Gulf Shores (4A-7A). While not all qualifiers are named,...
Unsettled Pattern with Periods of Storms this Week
CLANTON – Monday, 2:30 pm, April 27, 2026 An area of thunderstorms with heavy rainfall will move into the far northern portions of the state around 12 am tonight and continue southward into Tuesday morning, weakening once reaching I-20. A few wind gusts from 40-60...
Obituary: Kenneth Lavon Willoughby
Kenneth Lavon Willoughby, 61, of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away on April 25, 2026. Born August 28, 1964, in Alabama, Kenneth was a beloved presence to those who knew him—remembered with deep respect for the warmth he brought to everyday moments, the generosity he...
Obituary: Shelby Ann Barker
Funeral service for Shelby Ann Barker, 65, will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 30th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Fairview West Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12-2 p.m.
Cullman Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 27, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 27, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 23
domestic violence; CR 1282
reckless endangerment; Hwy. 91
domestic violence; CR 64
harassment; CR 578
harassment; Hwy. 91
April...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison’s Kiah Lake signs scholarship to play at Bevill State
ADDISON, Ala. - Addison senior Kiah Lake signed a scholarship with Bevill State in front of a large group of family and friends at Addison High School. Kiah will play baseball for the Bears whom seem to grab a Bulldog every year.
"I am just grateful...
Obituary: Jerry Marlin Cornelius
Memorial Service for Mr. Jerry Marlin Cornelius, age 84, of Addison, is Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Bro. Tim Lipsey and Bro. Patrick Cleghorn officiating.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.Jerry was born...
Obituary: Mary Anita Fleischamel
Funeral service for Mary Anita Fleischamel, 78, of Arab will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 29th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Bethsadia Cemetery, Rev. Kevin Jenkins officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12 p.m....
From drafting tables to global missions: The journey of Shawn Doss
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For Hanceville native Shawn Doss, the path from a college drafting lab to mission fields across the globe was anything but expected — but it has always been guided by purpose.
Doss attended Wallace State Community College from 1991 to 1993, earning an associate degree in...
Unsettled Pattern with Periods of Storms this Week
CLANTON – Monday, 6:00 am, April 27, 2026
An area of thunderstorms with heavy rainfall will move into the far northern portions of the state around 12 am tonight and continue southward into Tuesday morning, weakening once reaching I-20. A few wind gusts from 40-60...
Remembering Johnny ‘The Flash’ Thornton
CULLMAN, Ala. – Long before Johnny Thornton became known across Cullman County as “The Flash,” he was a Good Hope Raider with a love for the game, a mind built for remembering details and a voice that would one day become part of the...
Former Cullman star accepts invite to Indianapolis Colts Rookie Minicamp
CULLMAN, Ala. - After going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, former Cullman Bearcats tight end Kaleb Heatherly accepted an invite to participate in the Indianapolis Colts' Rookie Minicamp on May 8-9.
"The Colts had shown a lot of interest in me since I...
Free Touch A Truck event returns May 2 with giveaways supporting Community Cupboard
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative will host its annual Touch A Truck event on Saturday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds. Admission is free, and this year’s event will combine family fun with an opportunity to give back.
Guests are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items or hygiene products to support Cullman Electric Cooperative’s Community Cupboard. Each item donated earns one entry into a giveaway featuring prizes such...
Op-Ed: Alabama’s outdoors key to our state’s economic growth – Innovate Alabama is a key partner in that growth
From the mountains of the Tennessee Valley to the shores of the Gulf Coast, and everything in-between, our state is second to none in the country when it comes to beautiful outdoors and recreation.
Whether it’s camping and hiking across Alabama’s state parks, fishing our streams, rivers,...
Heavy Rainfall With Some Possible Severe Weather This Week
CLANTON – Sunday, 7:00 am, April 26, 2026
As of 630 am, a cluster of thunderstorms in central MS is moving southeastward and may produce wind gusts from 40-50 mph in far southwestern AL between 8 am and 12 pm.
An area of thunderstorms with heavy...
PREP BASEBALL: Inman’s grand slam finishes off Southside, Bearcats win 11-0 to move on to round two
CULLMAN, Ala. - After a blowout game one win over Southside followed by a stunning loss in game two, Cullman hosted the Panthers for a series-deciding third game on Saturday afternoon. Like the first game, the Bearcats struck quickly and built a lead. In...
COLUMN: ‘This Little Line of Mine’
I am a writer. I write articles, books and songs. While I have won a few awards for some of my newspaper and magazine articles, I have never written a best-selling book or song. I have written hundreds of songs, recorded a few off...
Files from Yesteryear: April 25, 1940
From the files of April 25, 1940
Joppa News
The order of the day around Joppa this week has been land preparation and planting. Mr. Waylon Ogletree reports that he has some 40 acres of ground prepared and ready to plant. Mr. Ogletree also said that...
Obituary: Jackie Wayne Needham
Jackie Wayne Needham, of Blountsville, Alabama, passed away on April 23, 2026, at the age of 70. Mr. Needham was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on January 10, 1956, to the late Elbert Leon and Mildred Irene Stancil Needham.
Mr. Needham is preceded in death...
Obituary: Robert “Bob” Chaney
Mr. Robert Leon “Bob” Chaney, age 79, of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. A memorial service will be held in his honor on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at...
Obituary: Judy Yates Nelms
Judy Yates Nelms, 72, passed on April 23, 2026. Judy was a resident of Cullman, Alabama. Judy was born in Franklin, Georgia, to the late Glenn Dewey Yates and the late Eloise Cummings Yates. Judy was raised in a home filled with lots of...
Alleged cockfighting operation under investigation in Cullman County
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Control and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office are investigating an alleged cockfighting operation in Baileyton.
Cullman County Animal Control Director Rodney Banister said they recently took over the investigation after it was reported to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
“We...
Hanceville proclaims April Child Abuse Prevention Month
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council, during the public comments portion of its April 23 meeting, heard from Cullman Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Alyson Stewart on the subject of child abuse.
“It’s become a popular subject, but not decreasing in numbers, unfortunately,” she said.
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and one of the ways people raise awareness...
The Tribune Debate Series returns, and the invitation stands
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune Debate Series will return in May, bringing candidates together in a format built on transparency, accountability and direct engagement with the public.
At its core, the debate series exists for one reason: voters deserve to see, hear and evaluate the individuals asking for their vote, side...
County Commission honors historic cemeteries, OKs road and community projects
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on April 21, recognized Ryans Creek Cemetery and Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery for being listed on the Alabama Historical Commission’s Alabama Historic Cemetery Register.
According to the Alabama Historical Commission, the register is “the state’s official list of historic cemeteries in Alabama....
CCS Foundation celebrates 30 years, recognizes award winners
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Schools Foundation marked its 30th anniversary during its 15th annual Distinguished Alumni & Service Awards brunch on Tuesday, April 21, at Loft 212.
The Foundation donated $1,050 to the Cullman Middle School Piano Recital from the Tony Brock Music Fund, which helps maintain the school’s piano...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman and Southside set up a Saturday tiebreaker
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Bearcats kicked off their 2026 playoffs with a first round matchup against the Southside Panthers on Friday night.
In game one, the Bearcats handled Southside with ease in a 10-3 victory. Jonah Inman and Knox Mauldin both homered, and...
PREP BASEBALL: Boaz sweeps West Point in first round of Class 5A playoffs
BOAZ, Ala. - The West Point Warriors took a road trip over to Boaz to take on the Pirates in the first round of the Class 5A state playoffs. Game one was a pitcher's duel through four innings, and Boaz held a 3-1 lead...
Obituary: Jeanean Carolyn Taylor
Jeanean Carolyn Taylor, 83, of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away on April 22, 2026. Born on February 2, 1943, Jeanean's life was marked by a steady devotion to her home and family, and by a quiet pride in the work and care she gave...
Obituary: Margie Nix Girard
A Celebration of Life for Margie Nix Girard, age 77, is Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 3 p.m. at Cullman Seventh-Day Adventist Church at 3033 County Road 490, Hanceville, AL 35077.Margie was born on September 13, 1948, to Virgle and Evelyn Nix. She passed...
Obituary: Ellen Burks
Funeral Service for Ellen Burks, age 81 of Vinemont, will be at 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Ebenezer Baptist Church with Rev. Dennis Trimble officiating; burial at Ebenezer Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Friday,...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 24, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 24, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
April 21
retail theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise;...
Zoning board approves Auto Zone expansion
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments & Appeals at its April 21 meeting approved an expansion for Auto Zone.
Auto Zone, located at 210 Second Ave. NW, will expand from 9,000 square feet to 16,000 square feet. The board said the expansion will improve the location for customers as well as neighboring businesses. It will allow better...
50 years of the Wallace State Big Band Dance
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Friday, April 17, Wallace State Community College marked a special milestone as the annual Big Band Dance brought together current musicians and alumni from many years of the college’s jazz program.
Led by Ricky Burks, the event celebrated the band’s 50-year history, which...
City school board spotlights students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education at its April 21 meeting recognized student award winners.
Cullman High School Junior Grayson Gay was recognized for recently being named a 2026 Alabama Public Television Young Hero. Gay is one of only three students to be named an APT Young Hero this...
5 German-inspired strawberry recipes
Pork Schnitzel with Strawberry Mustard Sauce
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients
2 boneless pork cutlets, pounded thin
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Vegetable oil, for frying
Sauce
1 cup strawberries, diced
1 tbsp. whole-grain mustard
1 tsp. honey
1 tbsp. water
Directions
Season pork with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, dip in...
Line of Storms Later Today
CLANTON – Friday, 7:30 am, April 24, 2026
A line of thunderstorms will move into western Alabama this evening and rapidly weaken once reaching the I-65 region between 12 am and 6 am. A few storms west of I-65 could produce wind gusts from 40-60...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison completes first round sweep of Hackleburg
ADDISON, Ala. - The 2026 AHSAA baseball playoffs are officially underway, and the Addison Bulldogs hosted the Hackleburg Panthers, a team that they defeated easily 15-2 earlier this year, in the first round of the Class 1A state playoffs. Addison trailed 5-1 late in...
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Bremen man sentenced to 25 years for 2025 shooting
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen man on April 20, 2026, was sentenced to 25 years in prison in connection with a Jan. 24, 2025, shooting.
According to court records, Richard Anthony Vitkauskas, 53, pleaded guilty to first-degree domestic violence – assault in connection with the...
Obituary: Norman Aaron Brown
Norman Aaron Brown, age 74 of Arley, passed away April 22, 2026, at UAB Medical Center in Birmingham.
He was born October 14, 1952, to Thomas and Levean Brown. Aaron was the Police Chief of Arley for 28 years, he dedicated his life to the...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 23, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 20
obstructing governmental operations; I65NB MM 299
theft of property; CR 1402
harassing communications; CR 664
harassing communications;...
PREP BASEBALL: 2026 AHSAA State Baseball Playoff first round matchups set to begin tonight
CULLMAN, Ala. - The first round of the 2026 AHSAA State Baseball Playoffs start tonight, with the 20-6 Addison Bulldogs taking on Hackleburg in a doubleheader and 20-14 Cullman County champion Fairview hosting Madison Academy. The rest of the first round matchups can be...
Berlin council talks farmers market, park
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council at its meeting Monday, April 20, announced a ribbon cutting for the Berlin Farmers Market will take place Friday, May 8, at 4 p.m. Lemonade and cookies will be provided by the council. The market is located at 50 Mt. Carmel Dr.
Mayor Patrick Bates introduced Ordinance...
Pet of the Week: Everybody needs an Uncle Phil
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is Uncle Phil, a Great Pyrenees with badger markings and the kind of calm, steady presence that makes an impression almost immediately.
Approximately 4 years old, Uncle Phil is a low-energy dog with a quiet demeanor and a grand...
3Sixty Jeep Club hosting Autism Night Ride April 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 3Sixty Jeep Club will host Jeep Night at Rock N Roll Sushi on Saturday, April 25, at 5 p.m. At 8, according to the club, “…we light it up and roll out for our Autism Night Ride.”
Dedicated Member Adam Walden said,...
State of Education breakfast April 24 at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce will host the State of Education community breakfast Friday, April 24, from 9-11 a.m. at the Bailey Center on the campus of Wallace State Community College. Panelists will be WSCC President Dr. Vicki Karolewics, Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette...
FAITH: Cullman’s Kaylee Johnson talks faith, religious influences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman junior basketball player Kaylee Johnson is so blessed and grateful to have God in her life, and despite some challenges that she has faced in her life, He has helped her stay grounded in her faith. She leans on a...
Head coach Kalen DeBoer’s contract extended through 2033 season
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A contract extension for Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer was approved Wednesday by The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees Compensation Committee.
The new agreement will extend his current contract by two seasons, keeping him in charge of the Crimson Tide football program...
Obituary: Joanie Griggs
Memorial Service for Joanie Griggs, age 76 of Huntsville, will be at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Kevin White officiating.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.Joanie passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026,...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 22, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
April 20
criminal mischief-2nd degree; Davidson Homes; damaged property; Raspberry...
Obituary: Ava Grimmett
Ava Grimmett, age 103, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee died Sunday, April 19, 2026, with her family at her side. She was a native of Eva, Alabama and was a daughter of the late Aquilla Zeb Williams and Annie Wallace Williams. She was also preceded in...
Obituary: Rebecca Laminack Peinhardt
Funeral Service for Rebecca Laminack Peinhardt, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at St. John's Evangelical Church with Rev. John Richter officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m....
Obituary: Jimmie Lou Golden
Funeral Service for Jimmie Lou Golden, age 97 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Donald Smith officiating; burial at Cullman Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. on...
Allen: Deadline to register to vote in May 19 Primary Election is May 4
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen reminded Alabama residents that the deadline to register to vote before the May 19, 2026, Primary Election is Monday, May 4, 2026. “The right of eligible United States citizens to vote in fair and secure elections is one of the hallmarks of our constitutional...
Planning Commission calls for Comprehensive Plan update from city
CULLMAN, Ala. – At the City of Cullman Planning Commission’s April meeting, Commissioner Michael Sullins announced the Commission would be requesting an updated Comprehensive Plan from the Cullman City Council.
“It is recommended by the code of Alabama that the Comprehensive Plan be updated every 5-10 years, and we are outside of that number. Therefore, we are overdue,” Sullins stated....
Wallace State to present Spring Under the Stars and Stripes concert April 23
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States with its Spring Under the Stars and Stripes concert on Thursday, April 23.
The free concert will feature performances from the college’s Performing Arts ensembles, including the Wallace State Concert Choir, Singers,...
2024 Alabama law changed what out-of-state boaters need before hitting the water
CULLMAN, Ala. – Lake season is coming, and, as a reminder, Alabama’s rules for out-of-state boaters changed in 2024. The change ended a longtime exemption that allowed some nonresidents to operate on Alabama waters without certification for up to 45 days.
According to information provided by Rep. Tim Wadsworth, R-Arley, that exemption ended Oct....
Active Pattern Friday into Next Week
CLANTON – Wednesday, 6:00 am, April 22, 2026
Models continue to indicate a series of upper-level disturbances will bring much-needed rainfall to the state Friday through early Tuesday.
The first disturbance will bring showers and thunderstorms to the western portions of Alabama on Friday afternoon or...
More: Rural King financial incentive resolution splits Cullman City Council 3-2
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday split 3-2 over a resolution offering $800,000 in financial incentives to Rural King to support a 90,000-square-foot retail store. The store is under construction on Cullman’s south side at 309 Olive St. SW across the...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 21, 2026
BASEBALL
Winston Co. 15, Meek 5 - Batting: E. McCay 2-2 Pitching: E. McCay 3.0 IP, 2 H, 2 ER, 5 BB, 3 K
SOFTBALL
Central 22, Addison 4 - Batting: Mac. Carter 3-3 (2B) Pitching: Mad. Carter 5.0 IP, 13 ER, 2 K
Cold...
PREP SOFTBALL: Bates’ dominant two-way game gives Cullman a 10-0 run rule win over Jasper
JASPER, Ala. - With the end of the regular season rapidly approaching, Cullman looked to continue an incredible season (34-7-1) on the road against area rival Jasper on Tuesday night. After scoring two across the first three innings, the Bearcats blew the game open...
Shannon named principal of West Elementary School; Gragg named assistant principal of Cullman Middle School
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education at its April meeting approved two administrative moves. Dr. Chad Shannon has been named principal of West Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year. Nic Gragg, current assistant principal at East Elementary School, will transfer...
Adams arrested, charged with sexual crimes with student
CULLMAN, Ala. – Former Cold Springs High School Head Girls’ Basketball Coach Paige Parker Adams, 35, was arrested today, charged with:
Sex Offense / School employee engaging in sex act or deviant sexual intercourse with a student
School employee having sexual contact with a student under...
Obituary: Mary Graham Haas
Mary Graham Haas passed away on April 16, 2026, at 100 years and 5 months of age.
Born November 15, 1925, to Walker A. Graham and Nancy Lula Graham in Mt. Olive, Alabama, she later became a longtime resident of Cantonment, Florida where she had a career in nursing.
Mary...
Obituary: Margie Dell Cason
Funeral services for Margie Dell Cason, 94, of Hanceville, AL will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 22nd at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery. Bro. Paul Rivers will be officiating services. The family will welcome friends for visitation...
Obituary: Tammy Gail Naler
Celebration of Life Service for Tammy Gail Naler, age 67 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Seventh Street Baptist Church with John Crocker officiating. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at...
Obituary: Tova Beth Lindsey
Celebration of Life Service for Tova Beth Lindsey, age 47 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Miss Lindsey passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at her...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 21, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 21, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
No incidents reported.
Arrests
April 20
Odeneal, Barbara C.; 58
DUI
Price, Kevonta D.; 31
GJ – identity theft (6 counts)
GJ – theft...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats from April 20, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 12, Cold Springs 2 - Batting: J. Williams (Add.) 2-4 (2B), 2 RBI Pitching: T. Thompson 2.0 IP, 4 H, 0 ER, 2 K, W
Cullman 4, Madison 3 - Batting: C. Stancil 1-4 (HR), 1 RBI Pitching: C. Edwards 3.1 IP, 2...
Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR awards JROTC medals at CATA
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several members of the Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR attended the JROTC Awards Dinner at the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) on April 17, 2026. There, they awarded DAR Bronze JROTC medals and certificates to the outstanding cadet from each school in Cullman County that participates in the JROTC program.
The recipients must have demonstrated loyalty and patriotism and earned a record of...
Cold Springs HS 1936 Club earns statewide recognition with CLAS School of Distinction Award
BREMEN, Ala. - The 1936 Club at Cold Springs High School earned a CLAS School of Distinction Award for State School Board District 6, placing it among just four programs in the district recognized as outstanding models for other schools in Alabama.
The honor, awarded by the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools...
Cullman council approves Rural King incentive agreement for proposed 90K-sq.-ft. store
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an economic development agreement tied to a proposed Rural King store, advancing a project officials said would bring a $14 million investment, about 45 full-time jobs and a major new retail presence to Cullman.
According...
PREP SOFTBALL: Benefield fans 15, late rally propels Good Hope to 5-4 come-from-behind win over Hanceville
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The first two meetings between Good Hope and Hanceville saw the Lady Raiders win the first one in a high-scoring 11-7 affair. The second game, like the first one, saw them rally late to defeat the Lady Bulldogs in a...
Obituary: Mary Frances Starnes
Funeral services for Mary Frances Starnes, 76, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Tuesday April 21st at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at...
Wallace State flag football wins Tiger Town Showdown Championship at Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C. — Wallace State completed a perfect inaugural season on Saturday, defeating Clemson 13-12 in the championship game of the Tiger Town Showdown at Nettles Park.
The Lady Lions finished the year 26-0 after going 4-0 in the tournament hosted by Clemson University. Wallace...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 20, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 20, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 16
theft of property; Hwy. 91
theft of property; CR 1212
criminal mischief; CR 1435
April 17
possession of...
Obituary: Kay Anderson Niezer
Kay Anderson Niezer, a beloved mother, grandmother, and lifelong educator, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Kay dedicated her life to teaching and shaping young minds, serving as an elementary school teacher at Jones Chapel, West Elementary,...
Obituary: Christina Ann Jones
Christina Ann Jones, age 51, of Vinemont, passed away too soon on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. A Celebration of Life will be planned by Christina’s family at a later date.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Christina...
Alleged off-campus incident under active criminal investigation, Barnette says
Updated April 20, 2026, at 9:58 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette on Monday morning said an alleged incident that has circulated publicly through social media screenshots is the subject of an active criminal investigation being led by the Cullman...
Cullman County PALS calls for volunteers, urges residents to stop littering
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) is in need of volunteers to assist in cleaning local roadways. The organization's president, Cherrie Haney, said cleanup can take anywhere from 1-4 hours depending on the condition.
You can volunteer by contacting Haney at 256-531-4222. She helps volunteers sign up and assigns roadways for cleanup.
In...
Wallace State foundation laid path to lifelong career for alumna Melissa Stricklin
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Melissa Stricklin knew she wanted to start her career as soon as possible, and that Wallace State was the best way to do that.
“Wallace was close to home, and I knew it would provide a great foundation for a career path,” Stricklin said.
Stricklin...
Mavens & Makers hosting pretzel-making classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mavens & Makers recently hosted a pretzel-making class, where instructor Anett Schlabach showed attendees how to make two kinds of pretzels: single servings and a larger braided style. She also taught the group how to make Obatzda, a classic German cheese spread that’s often served with pretzels.
Schlabach explained that the class...
WSCC’s Drummond, McLeroy named to All-Alabama Academic Team
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Two Wallace State Community College students were recognized by the Alabama Community College System at its 31st annual All-Alabama Academic Team Recognition Program on Friday, April 10, at the Embassy Suites in Birmingham-Hoover.
Brooke Drummond of Eva and Matthew McLeroy of Double Springs each earned $1,000...
Ivey signs bill giving tax break on overtime, suspending state grocery tax May 1- June 30
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed House Bill 527 into law. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. James Lomax, R-Huntsville, and Sen. Arthur Orr, R-Decatur, provides an income tax deduction for qualified overtime compensation, up to $1,000. HB527 also suspends the state’s portion of...
COLUMN: I fell in love with Ronda
Now, before you let your mind go where it shouldn’t, this Ronda is not a woman. Ronda was the next city we visited in Spain. It is a place of stunning beauty, but it is a deeply divided city. The water of the Guadalevin...
Files from Yesteryear: April 18, 1957
From the files of April 18, 1957
Concord News
A number of people from this community went to the all day singing at Fairview Baptist Church Sunday.
Joe Abbott and daughter, Sherril of Memphis, Tenn. spent the week here with his sister, Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Yeager,...
Blazers complete spring drills with annual Spring Showcase
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The UAB Blazers football team closed out spring practice Saturday with its annual Spring Showcase at Legacy Pavilion, wrapping up the program's 15th and final session of the spring.
Fans in attendance got a look at a condensed scrimmage format that featured first-team...
