Obituary: Steven Larson
Steven Larson, age 58, of Arley, formerly of Onaway, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born March 13, 1964 to John Edward and Ruth Larson. Steven was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Women’s golf team wins Calhoun Invitational; No. 2 softball sitting at 26-0; baseball update
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s women’s golf team has won its third tournament of the spring season.
The Lady Lions captured the Calhoun Invitational tournament this week at Point Mallard, remaining perfect through three events.
Sophomore Hannah Sanders earned her first collegiate low medalist crown, carding...
(UPDATE) Cullman County Sheriff’s Office gives update on domestic incident
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has been attempting to locate Christopher Todd Burton in the area of County Road 1251.
He is wanted for questioning in an isolated incident that occurred earlier today.
“We ask that the citizens be mindful and aware...
Arrests and incidents reported March 16, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
September 14
identity theft; third-degree theft of property; person
September 15
Arrests
March...
(Update) Avoid Hwy 278 East; multiple car wreck with fatality
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - According to the Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, there was a traffic fatality around 11:57 a.m. on Highway 278 East near the bridge.
Kilpatrick identified the traffic fatality victim as Lucas Specer Holton, 21, of Altoona.
There is currently total road blockage...
Meek High School Band hosting 63rd Annual Chittlin Supper April 2
ADDISON, Ala. - The Meek High School Band and the Winston County Chittlin Eater’s Association are presenting the 63rd annual Chittlin Supper at the Meek Elementary School Gym on Saturday, April 2from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. This year, the Supper will feature buck...
Cullman County Public Library secures $40K for new bookmobile
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library System was awarded a 50% matching grant in September of 2021 and secured $40,000 for a new bookmobile.
According to Library Director Sharon Townson, the funds from the Library Services and Technology Act grant are part of...
Obituary: Butch Rickels
Celebration of life service for Butch Rickels, 71, of Warrior will be at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, March 17, 2022 at North Highland Baptist Church, located at 523 Main St N, Warrior, AL 35180. Brother Steve Abney officiating. Per Butch Rickels request, in lieu flowers,...
Obituary: Pamela Lynette Baggett
Funeral service for Pamela Lynette Baggett, 61, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 18, 2022 at Emeus Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Paul Cleghorn, Rev. DeVern Stuckey and Rev. Greg Aldridge will officiate.
Visitation will be from 11:30...
Obituary: Gayle Grantham
Gayle Grantham, age 75, of Hanceville passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born on April 23, 1946 in Cullman, Alabama to the late Grady and Leola Edwards Alexander.
Gayle worked as a dietary technician at the Woodland...
Obituary: Linda Sue Glass
Linda Sue Glass, age 76, of Haleyville, passed away Monday, March 14, 2022, at Haleyville Health Care.
She was born on December 29, 1945 in Cullman, Alabama.
Linda was active in many things including Boy Scouts, Haleyville Rescue Squad, Haleyville Fire Department Auxiliary and Haleyville Senior...
Obituary: Ina Vivian Hunter Cole
Ina Vivian Hunter Cole, 97, of Double Springs, passed away March 14, 2022, at Sylacauga Health and rehab.
Ina was born on May 30, 1924 to Harrison “Bert” Hunter and Lucy Curtis Hunter. Mrs. Cole Was a graduate of Winston County High School and longtime...
Obituary: Mary Nelle Chaffin-Segers
Funeral services for Mary Nelle Chaffin-Segers of Cullman will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 18 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Duck River Cemetery. Reverend Chuck Kennedy will be officiating. Visitation for the public will be on Friday prior to the...
CATA student Ally Banks wins District SkillsUSA job skills competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy Cosmetology student Ally Banks won 1st place at the North District SkillsUSA job skills competition held Friday, March 11. Alabama SkillsUSA, in partnership with Governor Kay Ivey, is working to fill the goal of placing 500,000 new...
Attorney General Steve Marshall leads 21-state brief in support of South Carolina abortion law
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall led a 21-state amicus brief filed Tuesday in support of South Carolina’s one-year-old Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act, which had been blocked by federal district and appeals courts.
Attorney General Marshall filed the amicus brief in Planned Parenthood...
Arrests and incidents reported March 15, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 15, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
March 14
third-degree criminal mischief; Cullman Park & Rec.; Cleveland...
Pet of the Week: Catch up with Kit!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Kit!
According to Ruttkay, Kit is a 1-year-old, medium-energy Kelpie mix (Australian herd breed). This gal has an alert and energetic nature who minds her manners...
CCSO makes multiple drug-related arrests this week
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests as a result of drug-related charges over the last few days countywide.
On Thursday, March 10, CCSO deputies conducted a traffic stop south of the city of Cullman.
Cooper Dale Garrison, 21, (pictured above) of...
Good Hope City Council approves Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first meeting of March Monday night, approving a pair of resolutions and a few board appointments before selecting a new Planning Commission Chairman. Both Roger Gentry and Milford Parish’s extensions on the Board of...
Cullman City Council special called meeting to discuss waterpark contract
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council held a special called meeting Friday to rescind a previous Change Order made on December 13 for Aquatic Development Group (ADG) for the “Wild Water” waterpark expansion project at Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center.
The council originally awarded...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cold Springs tops Addison on the road 9-3
ADDISON, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Lady Eagles traveled to Alexander Park to take on the Addison Lady Bulldogs in an area clash and the Eagles’ hot bats and the Dawgs cold gloves led to Cold Springs coming away with a 9-3 victory.
The Lady...
Obituary: Daniel R. Cassels, Jr.
Daniel R. Cassels, Jr., 57, of Cullman passed from this life on March 13, 2022 at Huntsville Hospital. He was born June 17, 1964 to Daniel R. Sr. and Margaret Burrage Cassels. A celebration of life service will be planned and announced by the...
Obituary: Edwin Tracy Bozeman
A celebration of life service will be held for Edwin Tracy Bozeman at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, (255 County Road 1435, Cullman, Alabama 35058), on Tuesday, March 15, 2022. The family will receive guests beginning at 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. The service will...
Obituary: Glenda Gail Hood Bates
Funeral service for Glenda Gail Hood Bates, 77, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 17, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Valley Springs Cemetery, with Rev. Herman Pair officiating. Visitation will be from 12:0 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior...
Obituary: Patricia Lee Entrekin
Patricia Lee Entrekin, age 79, of Logan, AL., died Thursday, March 10, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Lowell and Dova Entrekin; brothers: Charles, Earnie, Howard and Larry Entrekin; sister: Judy Morgan and Craig Copeland.
She is survived by her sons: Robert, Patrick...
Obituary: James Brian Thompson
James Brian Thompson, age 60, of Vinemont, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at UAB Hospital. He was born March 11, 1962, in Orlando, Florida.He was preceded in death by his father: Hardy James Thompson and his mother: Mary Scott.Survivors include his wife:...
Obituary: Edwin Joel “Mr. Ed” Slaten
Edwin Joel “Mr. Ed” Slaten, 89, of Eva, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2022 at his residence. He was born October 3, 1932. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren, and served in the US Air Force during the Korean war era.He is...
Obituary: Hazel Moody Garrison
Hazel Moody Garrison, age 84, of Haleyville, passed away Sunday, March 13, 2022 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born April 30, 1937 to Andrew and Gladys Jackson Mann.
Visitation will be Wednesday, March 16, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m....
Governor Ivey awards $30 Million for Rural Hospitals COVID Recovery grants
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday awarded $30 million of the State Fiscal Recovery Fund from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to establish COVID recovery grants for rural hospitals. This program is an initiative of Governor Ivey and the Alabama Legislature to...
Arrests and incidents reported March 14, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 10
possession of controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 69 Npossession of drug paraphernalia;...
Camelot Books and Comics hosting Georgina Cross book signing
CULLMAN, Ala. - Author Georgina Cross, hailing from the Huntsville/Madison area, will be signing copies of her latest mystery thriller at Camelot Books and Comics on March 26 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Her titles include “The Stepdaughter,” “The Missing Woman” and the...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Breedlove
Visitation for Jerry Wayne Breedlove, 69, of Cullman will be from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home with interment in Hopewell Cemetery at 2:00 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Breedlove passed away Friday,...
Obituary: Vickie Ann Woodard-Moody
Vickie Ann Woodard-Moody, age 65, of Haleyville, passed into peace on Friday, March 11, 2022 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence. She was born November 7, 1956.
Visitation will be held Monday, March 13, 2022 at Nichols Funeral Home in Double Springs from 9:30...
Obituary: Helen Faye Gilley Bailey
Helen Faye Gilley Bailey, 83, entered the presence of the Savior on March 11, 2022. She was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on March 15, 1938, to James Wiley and Broxie Lovell Gilley.
Mrs. Bailey was a member of Brooklyn Church. She was trained as...
Haynes & Thomas follow Herring for Bassmaster High School Series win on Smith Lake; Cullman’s Vest, Ward place 5th
CULLMAN, Ala. — When Will Haynes and Austin Thomas found the food, they found enough bass to catch a 13-pound, 8-ounce limit that delivered a narrow victory at the Abu Garcia Bassmaster High School Series at Lewis Smith Lake presented by Academy Sports +...
Attorney General Steve Marshall continues fight to permanently block Biden’s federal-contractor vaccine mandate
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed a brief in support of a lawsuit led by Kentucky seeking a permanent end to President Biden’s mandate that federal contractors and their employees receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
“On December 7, a federal district court granted the State...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1933, 1902 and 1950
From the files of 1933:
Mr. Charles McMinn died on July 29, 1933. He was born on May 10, 1959. He was married on June 24, 1878 to Miss Martha Quattlebaum. They were married 55 years. Mr. McMinn became a member of Good Hope Church...
Obituary: Rickie Lynn Childers
Rickie Lynn Childers, 66, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on March 10, 2022. He was born in Missouri, on October 15, 1955, to Norman and Margaret Chop Childers.
Mr. Childers adored his family, and he enjoyed any time spent with his children and grandchildren....
Obituary: Ruby Pearl Walters
Ruby Pearl Walters, age 93, of Haleyville, passed away Friday, March 11, 2022, at Haleyville Healthcare.
Ruby was born on October 24, 1928 in Hatton, Alabama. After moving to Haleyville in 1982, Ruby worked for Piggly Wiggly for 26 years. She was a Sunday school...
Cullman County PALS Spring Clean-up set for March 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) will be participating in a city and county wide Spring Cleanup on March 19. A meeting will be held on Thursday, March 17 at the Cullman County Economic Development office at 8:00 a.m....
Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaims April ‘Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month’
Cullman, Ala. - Each year, the month of April is recognized as National Child Abuse Prevention Month (NCAPM). Mayor Woody Jacobs official proclaimed the month of April “Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month” in the City of Cullman Thursday, March 10. On hand to...
Obituary: Martha Faye Gentry Smith ‘Faye'(Updated)
Martha Faye Gentry Smith “Faye”, 82, died peacefully in her home March 10, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.
Faye was preceded in death by her parents, C B and Ruby Gentry; brothers: Glenn Gentry and Ray O’Neal Gentry and Roger Gentry; brother-in-law: Norman Crider...
Obituary: Ronald Dale Wilson (Updated)
Funeral service for Ronald Dale Wilson, 70, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 14, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Jones Chapel Cemetery, Rev. DeJuan Reese officiating. Visitation will be Sunday evening at the funeral home from 6:00...
Obituary: Earl Sandlin Parker
Funeral services for Earl Sandlin Parker, 78, of Crane Hill, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, March 13, 2022 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service. The interment will be at Ryan’s...
Obituary: Irene Lee Cheatham
Irene Lee Cheatham passed away on March 9, 2022, while bravely battling cancer. She was born on May 20, 1943.
Mrs. Cheatham is preceded in death by her parents; husband: Bobby Skelton and husband: Glenn Cheatham.
Survivors include sons: David Skelton, Mike and Aleycia Skelton; daughter:...
Obituary: Michael Millard Cruce
A funeral service for Michael Millard Cruce will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 13 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Rice’s Chapel Cemetery in Walker County. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Cruce...
Obituary: Betty Vernell Cagle Abbott
Betty Vernell Cagle Abbott, age 79, of Houston, passed away Thursday, March 10, 2022 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
She was born March 15, 1942 in Nauvoo to Virgil and Dorothy Cheshire. Betty was a member of Pleasant Hill Church in Houston.
Visitation will be Tuesday,...
PREP SOFTBALL: Addison downs Meek at home 11-3
ADDISON, Ala. – The Addison Lady Bulldogs hosted the Meek Lady Tigers at Alexander Park in Addison Friday night and came away with a 11-3 victory. Addison improves to 6-6 (2-0 area) on the young season.
The Lady Bulldogs got the first inning off to...
PREP BASEBALL: Good Hope rolls past Locust Fork 17-7
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders rolled past the Meek Tigers 14-6 in their last game and looked to continue swinging hot bats Friday against Locust Fork. The Raiders did just that, jumping out to a quick 4-0 lead and continuing to...
Cullman County Schools recognizes Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman County Schools along with America’s First Federal Credit Union recognizes a teacher and staff member each month.
Teacher of the Month: Shawna Finley, 4th Grade, Holly Pond Elementary
“Mrs. Finley is a wonderful teacher and coworker,” said Karen Sparks, Holly Pond Elementary Principal....
Arrests and incidents reported March 11, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 11, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
March 9
fourth-degree theft of property; person; 5th St. SW;...
Construction of new gym at Cold Springs High School approved
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cullman County Commission on Education at its March 10, 2022 meeting approved the construction of a new gymnasium at Cold Springs High School. Cold Springs currently has the oldest gym in the county, which was built in 1966.
“We are so...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats split doubleheader with James Clemens
CULLMAN, Ala. – After getting rained out earlier in the week, the Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Thursday night to host a varsity doubleheader against James Clemens and they split their matchups with the Jets. A home run in the sixth inning...
Obituary: Martha Lou Powell
Martha Lou Powell, 74, of Cullman passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at CRMC. Visitation for her will be Saturday, March 12, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Powell family.
Marty was born June 29, 1947 to Grady and...
Obituary: Joe David Lewis
Joe David Lewis, 91 of Haleyville, passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at his home surrounded by loving family.
JD was born on December 7, 1930 in Double Springs, Alabama.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 11, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m....
PREP SOFTBALL: Burks blasts walk-off homerun to lead West Point past Lawrence County 6-5
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors were back on the field Thursday night after a rainy start to the week and thanks to some late heroics from Sidney Burks, they collected a 6-5 win over Lawrence County. With the score knotted...
Governor Ivey defends Alabamians’ Second Amendment rights, signs constitutional carry bill into law
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed House Bill 272, known as the constitutional carry bill, into law, defending law abiding Alabamians’ Second Amendment rights.
“Unlike states who are doing everything in their power to make it harder for law abiding citizens, Alabama is...
PREP SPORTS: Good Hope’s Malin signs to play football & basketball at Millsaps
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Students, teachers, coaches, teammates and family filled D.E. Ryan Gymnasium at Good Hope High School Thursday afternoon to hear the college announcement of one Raider standout and he did not disappoint. Good Hope football and basketball star Tanner Malin made...
Arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 7
criminal mischief; Hwy. 69 Ntheft of property; CR 814domestic violence; CR 121possession of controlled...
NASA to air briefing, spacewalks to upgrade space station
WASHINGTON D.C. - Crew members from International Space Station Expedition 66 will conduct two spacewalks Tuesday, March 15, and Wednesday, March 23, to continue upgrades to the orbiting laboratory.
NASA will discuss the upcoming spacewalks during a news conference at 2:00 p.m. EDT Monday, March...
Governor Ivey announces BELLA+CANVAS plans high-tech fabric-cutting facility in Alabama, creating 557 jobs in Wetumpka
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced that BELLA+CANVAS, a fast-growing apparel manufacturer with a “Made in the U.S.A” focus, plans a major investment in Alabama to open an advanced fabric-cutting facility expected to create over 550 jobs in Wetumpka.
Los Angeles-based BELLA+CANVAS...
Cullman live music venues welcome new and diverse bands
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman is truly a town that embraces the arts, and the music scene here is vast, consisting of a well-connected group of artists and assisting music venues that need support from the community to continue to create spaces for creative and...
ACDD launches new “See Me” campaign for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—The Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) has launched a new
campaign to coincide with Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in March. Each message
features a different person with disabilities inviting the viewer to “See me as”: an “equal”, “employee”,
“graduate”, “neighbor”, “achiever” and more.
The ACDD’s messaging will be featured on social media, digital ads online and
outdoor billboards throughout the state.
“Our survey results showed that there were several concerns among those with developmental
disabilities and their families,” said Executive Director of the ACDD Darryle Powell. “Many times, the
general population is unaware of the strides the disabled have made in terms of employment,
educational opportunities, and housing.”
Powell continued: “This campaign brings attention to their many achievements in these areas, as well as
how they simply want to be seen and accepted by their fellow Alabamians. They want the same things
as anyone else, to be active participants in their communities. Through this campaign, we hope to increase
understanding, and for people to get to know and appreciate those with developmental disabilities.”
For more information, contact the Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities at 334-242-3973 or
visit https://www.acdd.org/.
Curt’s Closet’s Clothed in Cullman silent auction tickets on sale March 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Curt’s Closet will be holding their second annual silent auction and luncheon Clothed in Cullman on Saturday, May 7 at Loft 212 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Lunch will be served by Chat & Chew. Some of the items up...
Distinguished Young Women Program holding Informational meeting/registration March 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Distinguished Young Women (DYW) of Cullman County will be holding an informational meeting about their program at First Baptist Church of Cullman on March 19 at 10:00 a.m. which is open to all current juniors entering their senior year that reside in...
Obituary: Clarence Ervin Roberson (Updated)
A graveside service for Clarence Ervin Roberson, 80, Hanceville, will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 10, 2022 at the Cullman City Cemetery. Rev. Matt Smith will officiate the service. Mr. Roberson passed from this life on March 8, 2022 at his residence surrounded by family. ...
Obituary: Sabrina Dee Montgomery Sparks
Memorial service for Sabrina Dee Montgomery Sparks, age 37, of Cullman, will be at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, March 11, 2022, at Temple Baptist Church with Andrew Heptinstall officiating.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Ms. Sparks passed away on Sunday, March 6,...
Obituary: Sherry Lynn Childers
Sherry Lynn Childers, age 62, of Blountsville, passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at her residence. She was born September 2, 1959, to J. W. and Myrtle Clarene Brown.She was preceded in death by her parents.Survivors include her daughters: Christy Cobbs and Ashley...
Governor Ivey awards additional $80 million to hospitals and nursing homes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday awarded an additional $80 million of the State Fiscal Recovery Fund from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to provide reimbursements for the state’s hospitals and nursing homes. This will support two grant programs of up...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Vinemont’s Harbison signs with Wallace State
VINEMONT, Ala. – Wednesday was a special day for one Eagle standout at Vinemont High School. Vinemont’s Kendall Harbison was joined by family, friends and coaches in the library Wednesday to sign to continue her cross-country career with the Wallace State Lions and Head...
Addison Elementary principal discusses the developmental benefits of pre-k programs
ADDISON, Ala. - Addison Elementary School’s Pre-K program is a part of the First-Class Pre-K Program created by the Office of School Readiness (OSR). Many local Alabama preschools are a part of the same play-based, explorative program including Meek Elementary, Harmony, Good Hope, Vinemont...
Holly Pond Town Council plans spring community events
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond town council voted Monday to sponsor “Pops in the Park,” a spring concert community event created by Holly Pond Band Director Steven Porter. The event will be on May 14 at Governor’s Park and feature the Welti...
Governor Ivey signs six bills, solidifies Alabama as most pro-military state
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed six bills designed to make Alabama even more military-friendly. Those bills include Senate Bills 28, 99, 116, 119, 141 and 167.
“Alabama is the most pro-military state in the nation, and I am proud to put...
Obituary: Jack Timothy Townsend
Jack Timothy Townsend, age 68, of Lynn, passed away Monday, March 7, 2022 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born July 23, 1953 to Horace and Margie Townsend. Jack loved to play his guitar. He traveled with Hank Williams, Jr. for...
Obituary: Edith June (Jones) Pridmore
Mrs. Edith June (Jones) Pridmore, age 73, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022. Edith was born October 31, 1948 in Cullman, Alabama to Lorene King Jones and Cleo Jones.
Edith is survived by her loving husband of 37 years: Ronald Pridmore;...
Obituary: Carl David Young
Carl David Young, age 78, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022. Carl was born January 26, 1944 in Cullman, Alabama to Ozey and Ruby Hazel Mize Young.
He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers and two sisters.
Mr. Young...
Obituary: Ricky Lynn Watson
Ricky Lynn Watson, age 57, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022. Ricky was born June 5, 1964 in Cullman, Alabama to E.C. and Annie Haynes Watson.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother: Gene Watson; sisters and Ann Cook...
Arrests and incidents reported March 8, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 8, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
March 7
harassment; person; Parker Ave. SW
Arrests
March 7
Horton, Jessica M.;...
‘I think everybody could learn from him’, Cold Springs Softball inspired by Coach Heath Parker
BREMEN, Ala. -- Having a disability can be tough and you see some people getting teased or laughed at because they can't do things that normal people do. People that have disabilities are inspiring to watch because they teach all of us that life...
Worlds of Work coming to Cullman County April 6-7
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Worlds of Work, a career expo designed for middle and high school students featuring top employers, is coming to Wallace State Community College’s coliseum in Hanceville on April 6-7. The expo will be hosted by North AlabamaWorks, Wallace State Community College,...
Cullman City Council looks forward to busy spring
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening talked about upcoming events around the community both recreational and city services.
Councilman Johnny Cook reminded attendants about the upcoming Cullman Sanitation Department annual spring cleanup March 14-18, 2022. Residents should place bulk items near...
Jessica Denton crowned 2022 Miss West Point Rodeo Queen
WEST POINT, Ala. - The Miss West Point Rodeo Queen was crowned Saturday night at the 38th Annual West Point Band Boosters Rodeo hosted by the Double Creek Rodeo Company and Southern Professional Rodeo Association at the Cullman Agricultural Trade Center. The contestants participated...
Governor Ivey Awards $10 million for volunteer fire department COVID recovery grants
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday awarded $10 million of the State Fiscal Recovery Fund from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to establish COVID recovery grants for volunteer fire departments.
This program is an initiative of Governor Ivey and the Alabama Legislature...
PREP SOCCER: West Point sweeps New Hope on the road
NEW HOPE, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors traveled to New Hope for a pair of varsity matchups Monday night, and they returned home with a pair of wins. Kyli Armstead put together a hat trick and Hope Lee added a...
Obituary: Thomas Calvert Baker
Funeral service for Thomas Calvert Baker, 73, of Logan will be at 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Mt. Olive Cemetery in Jones Chapel. Rev. Hollis Gardner will officiate. Visitation will be Wednesday at the funeral...
Obituary: James Lavone Torbert
James Lavone Torbert, 80, of Cullman, passed from this life on March 6, 2022 at his residence. He was born April, 23, 1941 to Emmett and Velma Vest Torbert. No services are planned at this time for Mr. Torbert.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve...
Obituary: Gerald Dean Swann
Gerald Dean Swann died Saturday, March 5, 2022, at UAB hospital at the age of 79.Born August 26, 1942, Gerald loved being outdoors and spent most of his life working outside. He was a man of many talents--mechanic, logger, excavator, carpenter and a fix-it...
Obituary: Jonah Robert Curvin
Graveside service for Jonah Robert Curvin, age 60, of Falkville, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at Flint Creek Cemetery.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Mr. Curvin passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at his residence. He...
Obituary: Bonnie Jean James
Funeral service for Bonnie Jean James, age 87, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jeremy Crowe officiating, with burial at Flint Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m....
Obituary: Mark Anthony Stewart
Mark Anthony Stewart, 34, of Double Springs, passed away Friday, March 4, 2022 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Mark was born on September 7, 1987 in Chicago, Illinois. Mark loved fishing, cornhole and his “potato” gun. He was a good father who loved his children.
Visitation...
Obituary: Edwin “Ed” Eddy Hampton
Edwin “Ed” Eddy Hampton, 74, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Friday, March 4, 2022 at Russellville Hospital.
Ed was born on January 17, 1948 in Lawrence County, Alabama to Alec and Lillie Mae Hampton.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 8, 2022...
Obituary: Marilyn Faye Williams
A graveside service for Marilyn Faye Williams of Bremen, Alabama will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, March 11 at Cold Springs Cemetery. Reverend Tommy Graves will be officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Friday prior to the service at Hanceville...
Obituary: Katha Mary Eichler
Katha Mary Eichler, 73, of Cullman, passed from this life on March 7, 2022 at the Folsom Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare. No services are planned at this time for Mrs. Eichler. She was born January 27, 1949 to Jerome and Mary Jane Wolf...
Obituary: Maurice Malcolm Blalock (Updated)
Long-time Tribune columnist Maurice Malcolm Blalock was born on June 5, 1942, at his parents’ residence in Hanceville, Alabama. The farm by U.S. highway 31 is now a part of Wallace College. His parents, Dennis L. and Hazel Phillips Blalock, named him for a...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point handles Holly Pond at home 11-1
WEST POINT, Ala. – With heavy rain moving through the area earlier Monday, the Lady Broncos and Lady Warriors had to move their game to Mike Brown Field at West Point High School Monday night and despite the wet conditions, the Lady Warriors were...
Arrests and incidents reported March 7, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 7, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 3
domestic violence; CR 282
March 4
possession of controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; Wesley Ave....
Obituary: Shelva Jean Whatley
Shelva Jean Whatley went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, March 4, 2022 at the age of 84. She was born on March 28, 1937 to the late Thomas Almon Eubanks and Madge Belle Bennett Eubanks.
Shelva loved her family, being a...
Obituary: Carl Edward Budweg, Jr.
Funeral service for Carl Edward Budweg, Jr., 74, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday evening at the funeral home from 5:30 p.m. – 8:00...
Obituary: Curtis Dale Bennett
Curtis Dale Bennett, age 57, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, March 4, 2022. Curtis was born September 5, 1964 in Winston County, Alabama to Betty Lou Garrison Bennett and Curtis Arnold Bennett.
Curtis is survived by his former wife and friend: Sherry Maddux;...
Obituary: Patsy Jean Hornbuckle Wright
Patsy Jean Hornbuckle Wright, age 90, of Huntsville, formerly of Hamilton, passed away Friday, March 4, 2022 at Signature Healthcare, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born August 2, 1931 to Chester L. Hornbuckle and Mary Dee Fleming Hornbuckle in Birmingham, Alabama. Patsy was...
