PREP BASEBALL: West Point, Cullman down Lawrence County, Muscle Shoals to earn area series wins
WEST POINT, Ala. – After defeating Lawrence County on the road 7-1 earlier this week, the West Point Warriors returned home to finish the area series Thursday night. Caiden Rodgers led the way on the mound, tossing a complete game one-hitter and guiding the...
Arrests and incidents reported April 7, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 7, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 4
domestic violence; Hwy. 278 Epermitting dogs to run at large; CR 616assault; CR 489assault;...
Citizen’s Firearms Safety class to be held April 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) will be hosting a Citizen's Firearms Safety Class Tuesday, April 19 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Temple Baptist Church. There will be a live-fire portion of the class held Saturday, April 23 at 8:00 a.m....
Baileyton Town Council sets Family Fun Day for May 28
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton Town Council on Monday evening confirmed the Family Fun Day date has been changed from May 14 to May 28 due to conflicts. Mayor Calloway said, “What we are going to try to do next year is just set...
Youth Miracle League season blasts off at Field of Miracles
Cullman, Ala. – Baseball season is now in full swing across the City and County school systems, as well as a very special one for disabled kids. On Monday night, the Youth Miracle League got underway at the Field of Miracles. The Phillies took...
Test to Treat improves access and speed of COVID-19 treatments
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Timely testing and treatment of COVID-19 helps reduce hospitalizations and can be lifesaving by starting oral antivirals for patients who test positive for the virus. If people have COVID-19 symptoms, they must take oral COVID-19 medication within five days of their...
Governor Ivey delivers tax relief to small businesses, signs House Bill 391 into law
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed House Bill 391, sponsored by Rep. Steve Clouse (R – HD93) and Sen. Tom Butler (R – SD2), into law, providing relief from the business privilege tax for Alabama small businesses.
The exemption will provide relief...
Obituary: Reviel Jean Phillips
Reviel Jean Phillips was ushered into heaven from her home on April 6 after an extended illness with Parkinson’s Disease. Born Tompkinsville, KY on March 23, 1932 at home.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Dewey and Gladys Ward, as well as her...
Obituary: Keith E. Pattillo
My loving husband, Keith E. Pattillo, passed through the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, April 5 2022, after succumbing to a sudden illness at the age of 75.
Keith was known for never having met a stranger, and everyone who crossed paths with him knew...
Obituary: David Grady Moss
David Grady Moss, 80, of Cullman passed away at his home on Monday, April 5, 2022. David was born November 25, 1941 in Cullman, AL. He was preceded in death by his parents, Grady and Helen Moss (Graves). David was a life-long resident of...
Obituary: Thurman Huie Ryan
Funeral Service for Thurman Huie Ryan, age 95, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, April 11, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jim Deason officiating, with interment in Good Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. prior to the...
Obituary: Daniel Ben Dobbins
Funeral service for Daniel Ben Dobbins, 40, of Vinemont will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2022, at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service on Friday. Pastor Kenneth Terry will officiate...
Obituary: Elizabeth Kay Kretzschmar
Elizabeth Kay Kretzschmar, age 73, of Hanceville passed away on Monday, April 4, 2022 at Cullman Long Term Care, Folsom Center. She was born October 23, 1948 in Cullman.She is survived by her daughter: Kim (Terry) Keller; son: Johnny (Sherry) Kretzschmar; brothers: Paul Goggins...
Obituary: Charles Floyd “Paw-Paw” Bates
Charles Floyd “Paw-Paw” Bates, 85, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed away the morning of April 6, 2022. Charles was born in Cullman, Alabama, to Herbert T. and Lula E. Gossett Bates on July 2, 1936.
Charles served his country in the United States Army. His honorable...
Obituary: Teresa Faye Gregory
Funeral service for Teresa Faye Gregory, age 60, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 7, 2022, at Center Grove Church with Stanley Kilgore and Jason Vinson officiating, with interment in Center Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. -...
Holly Pond gears up for recreation, mulls fate of town deputy
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday evening laid out plans for upcoming events and improvements to its recreational facilities, as teams launched their season on the town’s adjoining ball field.
Councilwoman Gladys Wisener remarked, “The park is full. If that’s...
Arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 6, 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
April 4
third-degree domestic violence; person; Brunner St. NWfourth-degree theft...
Governor Ivey signs Numeracy Act into law, strengthening Alabama’s focus on reading and math
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed Senate Bill 171, the Alabama Numeracy Act, into law. The Numeracy Act, sponsored by Sen. Arthur Orr (R – SD3) and Rep. Alan Baker (R – HD66), is a strategic approach to improving mathematics achievement.
In...
Powered Down: City schools shutdown cellphone use on campuses
CULLMAN, Ala. - Entering the third week of enforcement of the Cullman City School System’s preexisting cellphone policy has yielded positive results so far, according to Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff.
“To be clear, this isn’t a ban, we’re just enforcing our existing policies on cell phone...
Obituary: David Dell Ozment
Celebration of life for David Dell Ozment, age 80, of Vinemont, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 8, 2022, at Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church (1310 St. Joseph Drive NW, Cullman, AL, 35055). Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. prior to the...
PREP BASEBALL: Heatherly’s walk-off leads Cullman past Muscle Shoals 2-1
CULLMAN, Ala. – After a spring break week packed with games, the Cullman Bearcats returned home Tuesday night for an area battle with Muscle Shoals. Runs were tough to come by in this one and it took more than seven innings to settle things...
Arrests and incidents reported April 5, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 5, 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
April 4
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; miscellaneous;...
Pet of the Week: A Penny for your thoughts!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Penny!
According to Ruttkay, Penny is a 1-year-old Boykin Spaniel/Border Collie mix. This medium-energy gal absolutely thrives in the presence of her people, but is still...
PREP SOCCER: Lady Warriors defeat Minor at home 6-1
WEST POINT, Ala. – After competing throughout last week’s spring break, the West Point Lady Warriors returned home Monday night to host Minor. West Point handled the Lady Tigers 6-1 to add another game to the win column with area play right around the...
Compton’s Veterinary Hospital launches new appointment system
CULLMAN, Ala. - Compton’s Veterinary Hospital has begun taking appointments starting Monday, April 4. They reopened their lobby a few weeks ago to patients after being closed for the last two years of the pandemic. The hospital will still be offering curbside services as...
North Alabama Agriplex Little Farmers and Heritage Skills events this week
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is hosting two events this week, part of the Little Farmers program. “Farm Animal Babies” event will be Friday, April 8. There are two time slots: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m....
63rd Annual Chittlin Supper raises funds for Meek Band of Champions
ADDISON, Ala. - The 63rd Annual Chittlin Supper took place last Saturday at the Meek Elementary Gym. The annual event features buck dancing, singing, a hog calling competition and the Chittlin King and Queen. This year included a political forum to give the community...
Rock Art for the Skate Park raises close to $2,000 for newly announced skate park
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 on Saturday hosted Rock Art for the Skate Park, a fundraiser for the City of Cullman’s newly announced skate park.
A trio of bands were on hand as they looked to put on an...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: West Point, Holly Pond advance on day 1
WEST POINT, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Softball Tournament officially got underway Monday night and after the first six games of competition, we’re a few steps closer to crowning this year’s champion. West Point and Holly Pond each posted wins to advance in...
Obituary: Carol Stewart
Carol Stewart, age 71, of Ash Flat, Arkansas, died on Friday, March 11, 2022 in her home at Ash Flat.
She was born April 8, 1950, in Arkadelphia, Alabama. She was a member of Faith Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Cullman, AL. She was a gifted...
Obituary: Louie Harbison
Funeral service for Louie Harbison, 91, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Bro. Robert Lancaster officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to...
Obituary: Nellie Cooper McGehee
Nellie Cooper McGehee, 94 of Double Springs, entered into rest on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at Lakeland Community Hospital in Haleyville.
Nellie was born on February 17, 1928 in Addison to Kohen and Erine Bell McDonald. She loved her family and friends. She loved to...
Arrests and incidents reported April 4, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 4, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 31
possession of controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 222possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy....
Ben South and the ‘perpetual gift of curiosity’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Over the course of its history, Cullman has been home to many great creators and artists in all mediums. One hometown “consummate creative,” as he put it, has been drawing inspiration from the natural world and the concept of “southernness” here...
Senior Spotlight: Myrna Tuggle – dedicated to her work
ADDISON, Ala. - Myrna Tuggle is a fixture of Addison, AL. She has lived there her entire life, except for a few years spent in Birmingham. She just celebrated her 82nd birthday in December 2021 and owns and operates the Addison Auto Parts Store....
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1930 and 1936
From the files of 1930:
Probate Judge H.F. Mitchell has received Cullman County’s allotment of new auto tags for 1931. The tags are yellow on a green background.
Jim Martin, 81, died at his home near Missionary Grove on Monday.
Cullman County High will open on August...
PREP SPORTS: Addison Bulldogs, Lady Bulldogs drop Saturday matchups
ADDISON, Ala. – Both Addison’s baseball and softball teams were in action Saturday but unfortunately, both of them received losses. The Bulldogs hosted the Sumiton Christian Eagles and lost a tough one 11-5 while the Lady Bulldogs were eliminated from the Winston County Softball...
Picked fresh: Cullman in preparation for 83rd Annual Strawberry Fest
CULLMAN, Ala. - Celebrating its 83rd year, The Cullman Strawberry Festival has organizers excited to return to full strength for this year’s event to Downtown Cullman and Depot Park. The festival will be held May 7 from 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
“This year's Strawberry...
Black bear cubs collared in northeast Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - To say Traci Wood has a passion for bears would understate her love for the small black bear populations on opposite ends of the state in northeast and southwest Alabama.
Wood, State Wildlife Grants coordinator with the Alabama Department of Conservation and...
The Cullman Commission on Aging shares upcoming senior events in April (Updated)
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Commission on Aging has planned some exciting new events for this month, starting off with the Senior Easter Egg Hunt on April 13. It will start at 10:00 a.m. at Sportsman Lake Veterans Memorial, with 1000 eggs to hunt...
The Link ‘sounds off sirens’ in honor of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County hosted a Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention event on Friday, with many representatives from supporting organizations in Cullman present. The Good Samaritan Health Clinic, Cullman County Extension, Cullman Caring for Kids, Unsheltered International and District Attorney...
‘The safety and security of our citizens and our community comes first’
CULLMAN, Ala. – With an average of seven patrols per shift, not including two township deputies and a Lieutenant, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office looks at strategic planning to help conserve fuel while continuing coverage of the county.
“No matter what we face here at...
Obituary: James Edward Schrader
James Edward Schrader, 58 of Crane Hill passed away on Thursday March 31, 2022 in Cullman. He was born on November 11, 1963 in Washington, DC to Charles William and Clara Ann Alvis Schrader.
He is preceded in death by his father.Survivors include his mother:...
Obituary: Larry Gene Voyles
Larry Gene Voyles, age 65, completed his journey on earth at his residence in Cullman on March 31,
2022, with his wife of 24 years by his side. Larry was born in Arab (Marshall County), Alabama on Tuesday, October 2, 1956, to Columbus Larry and...
Obituary: Samuel Davis Parker
Funeral services for Samuel Davis Parker of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 3, 2022, in the chapel at Moss Service Funeral Home, with Abbot Marcus Voss and Elder Ricky Harcrow officiating. Visitation will be from noon until the service begins,...
Obituary: Clomer “Shorty” M. Easterwood
Funeral Service for Clomer "Shorty" M. Easterwood, age 84, of Cullman, will be at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Johnathan Easterwood and Hunter McBride officiating, with interment in Emeus Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m....
Governor Ivey announces funds transferred to ADEM for statewide water and sewer projects
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey announced on Friday that the Alabama Department of Finance has signed an agreement with the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) that officially provides $225 million in COVID-19 relief funds to ADEM for grants to provide or improve...
Arrests and incidents reported April 1, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 1, 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 31
forgery; Peoples Bank; Cherokee Ave. SW; forged checkfourth-degree...
Annual tax lien auction returns to in-person bidding May 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2022 tax lien auction for delinquent 2021 ad valorem property taxes are scheduled for Tuesday, May 3, 2022, in the County Commission meeting room, located in the Cullman County Courthouse at 500 2nd Avenue SW.
This year's auction marks the first...
Second COVID-19 vaccine boosters authorized for individuals ages 50 and older and higher-risk individuals
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Protection offered by COVID-19 vaccine decreases over time, and the Alabama Department of Public Health cautions that even in times of low community transmission, the risk for older and immunocompromised persons to become severely ill with COVID-19 is not zero. In...
News from the Alabama Academy of Ophthalmology: 5 steps to protect young athletes’ eyes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Nearly 30,000 people in the U.S. visit emergency rooms each year with sports-related eye injuries. An astounding 90 percent of these ER visits could have been avoided if the athlete wore protective eyewear.
With April designated “Sports Eye Safety Month,” the Alabama...
Obituary: Olivia Jane Johnson
Olivia Jane Johnson, age 47, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at Lawrence County Hospital. She was born on September 17, 1974 in Jasper, Alabama to Roger and Nellie Alexander.
Olivia was an avid rock collector. She was very crafty and loved driving a...
Obituary: Lee Graves
Lee Graves, age 90, of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab. He was born April 17, 1931 to Garlen Graves and Belle Hollis Graves.Lee was a member of 4th Street Church of Christ and was a veteran...
Arrests and incidents reported March 31, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 31, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 28
theft of property; Hwy. 69 Spossession of controlled substance; illegal possession of prescription drugs;...
Alabama-based Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., launches 8th Annual Driver Safety Scholarship Program
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- The law firm of Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., is pleased to announce its 2022 Driver Safety Scholarship Fund essay program to assist deserving students with funds for education while also raising awareness of the dangers of distracted driving.
This year marks...
Fairview Senior Center holds awards banquet at Swindall home
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Senior Center held a banquet on Tuesday evening at the Swindall home in Fairview to recognize some of the seniors and present them with who’s who awards. The award categories created by center manager Angie Carter included, “Best Personality,”...
Pet of the Week: Find an adventure with Elliot!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Elliot!
According to Ruttkay, Elliot is a 1.5-year-old, medium-energy Lab/Husky mix. He currently acts as the shelter’s representative. A bit of a celebrity at the moment,...
Local couple discusses adoption journey to grow their family
CULLMAN, Ala. -There’s nothing more exciting for a couple than to bring home a brand-new bundle of joy, and for many, the most successful and fulfilling method to achieve that joy is through adoption. Loren and Jordan Lee of Bremen have recently decided to...
Obituary: Mary Ellen Goodlett
Mary Ellen Goodlett, 90, of Cullman, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2022. Mary Ellen was born in Cullman on January 13, 1932, to William E. and Vivian Farley.
After graduating from Cullman High School, she went on to earn her master’s degree in Education...
Obituary: Mildred Edith Rowland
Mildred Edith Rowland, 77, of Cullman passed away Monday, March 28, 2022 at her residence. The family will receive friends at Cullman Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Rowland family.
Edith...
Mayor presents proclamation to Brooks’ Place; recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention & Awareness Month
Cullman, Alabama – On Monday, March 28, 2022, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs presented a proclamation proclaiming April 2022 “Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month” to Brooks’ Place, The Child Advocacy Center of Cullman, Inc. On hand to receive the proclamation were Brooks’ Place Executive...
Obituary: Michael Wayne Corley
Michael Wayne Corley, age 61, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2022, at UAB Hospital. He was born February 28, 1961, in Alberta, Canada, to Joe and Roemayne Corley.He was preceded in death by his sister: Lisa Corley.Survivors include his daughters: Ashley...
Obituary: Charlsie Flora “Boots” Pike Hill (Updated)
Funeral service for Charlsie Flora "Boots" Pike Hill, age 88, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Patrick Morton and Ralph McGowan officiating, and interment in First Baptist Church of Fairview Cemetery. Visitation...
Obituary: Lee W. O’Mary
Lee W. O’Mary, a resident of Pace, Florida, passed away on March 28, 2022 at the age of 96.
He was born November 11, 1925 in Eldridge, Alabama to David and Etta O’Mary. He was a graduate of Winston County High School and Alabama Polytechnic...
Obituary: Tina Marie Gravitt
Tina Marie Gravitt, age 59, of Double Springs, formerly of Haleyville, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at North Alabama Medical Center.
She was born on June 19, 1962 in Muncie, Indiana. Tina cut hair for many years. She loved collecting rocks, loved life and...
Obituary: Mary Ruth Shoemaker
Funeral service for Mary Ruth Shoemaker, 86, of Cullman will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, April 4, 2022 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Visitation will be Sunday, April 3, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The rosary will follow...
Arrests and incidents reported March 30, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 30, 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 24
leaving scene of accident; person; 2nd Ave. SW...
PREP BASEBALL: No. 6 Cullman splits doubleheader with Thompson
CULLMAN, Ala. – After collecting a 6-4 win at Madison Academy Tuesday night, the Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Wednesday morning for a doubleheader with the Thompson Warriors. Easton Peed guided the ‘Cats to a 3-1 win in game one, pitching a...
Attorney General Steve Marshall files suit to end Biden’s public-travel mask mandate
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for its imposition of an illegal mask mandate for public travel despite court rulings that it is violating the law.
“Since the COVID-19 pandemic began,...
Absentee voting period for May 24 Primary Election begins Wednesday
MONTGOMERY, Ala.— The absentee voting period for the May 24 Primary Election begins on March 30, 2022. Important absentee voting deadlines are listed below:
May 17, 2022: The last day that absentee ballot applications can be returned by mail.May 19, 2022: The last day that...
Arrests and incidents reported March 29, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 29, 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 24
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW;...
Juvenile subject caught following 29 vandalism incidents
CULLMAN, Ala. - Following a rash of vandalism incidents stretching across the city, the Cullman Police Department announced Tuesday they have a suspect in custody.
Over the past few weeks an unknown juvenile male had been vandalizing Cullman City Parks and other businesses with approximately...
The Link celebrating Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month with special event April 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County will be hosting a Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention event on Friday, April 1 to kick off Child Abuse Awareness month. The community is invited to attend the event at the Link office (708 9th St...
Allison Bright of Cullman Power Board included in TVPPA’s 2022 Women in Power recognition
CHATTANOOGA, TN. - The Tennessee Valley Public Power Association recently recognized 10 of their “women in power” who are leading local power companies in the Tennessee Valley. In their post the TVPPA stated, “Here in the Valley, the ranks of female general managers have...
Local delegates discuss gas tax suspension pros and cons
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local delegates Rep. Randall Shedd, Rep. Corey Harbison and Sen. Garlan Gudger were recently asked about pros and cons that would come from suspending the states 23 cent gas tax while war rages in Ukraine and inflation continuing.
Each were asked the...
Good Hope City Council approves Warrant Purchase Agreement, sewer rate increase
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second March meeting Monday night and approved a pair of new Ordinances. First was Ordinance No. 005-2022 which passed an increase in sewer rates for Good Hope residents.
Section one of Ordinance No. 005-2022 reads,
“Section one...
Cullman City Council approves raise for certain police officers, amends water billing regulations
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening voted to give the Cullman Police Department’s Field Training Officers a 75 cent per hour raise, and a $1 per hour raise to the FTO supervisor. Up to seven officers will be allowed to...
CPD FTO’S looking at hourly rate increase
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department Field Training Program consists of eight officers who have received advanced training to provide experience, guidance and supervision according to the CPD.
Sergeant Joey Duncan said the new officer (rookie) will develop the skills, knowledge and abilities necessary...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont sweeps doubleheader against Meek
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles returned home Monday night to host a varsity doubleheader against Meek and they were able to defend their home territory and collect a pair of wins over the Tigers. Vinemont edged Meek in game one 9-8 after withstanding...
Obituary: Conrad H. Ellard
Conrad H. Ellard, 90, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022. He was born August 1, 1931, in Cullman County, Alabama, to William Alexander and Ester Mae Gorham Ellard.
Mr. Ellard was a member of Walter Baptist Church. Conrad served honorably in...
Obituary: Edna Yvonne Reid
Edna Yvonne Reid, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Monday morning, March 28, 2022. She was 95 years old. Ms. Reid was born to James Henry and Rena Bell Burgess Reid on December 21, 1926, in Cullman County, Alabama.
Ms. Reid was a member...
Obituary: Robert Earl Hilyer
Robert Earl Hilyer, 50, of Hanceville was born April 4, 1971 and passed from this life March 28, 2022 at his residence.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Obituary: Luda Mae Taylor
Funeral service for Luda Mae Taylor, age 74, of Eva, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 28, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Randy Sellers officiating, with burial at Rock Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m....
WSCC ATHLETICS: No. 1 Softball sweeps Southern Union, baseball wins series v. Bison, Tennis teams notch conference wins
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s top-ranked softball team swept a four-game conference series against Southern Union over the weekend.
The Lions (33-1, 12-0 Alabama Community College Conference) registered wins of 10-1 and 21-4 in the opening games in Wadley and prevailed 6-0 and 2-0 at...
Arrests and incidents reported March 28, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 28, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 24
possession of controlled substance; CR 1082interference with domestic violence emergency call; CR 1814menacing; Hwy....
County Schools Transportation Division is finding ways to combat higher fuel charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - As fuel prices continue to surge, it’s leaving many to question how it’s impacting rural bus routes. Recently, The Tribune reached out to the Cullman County School System to find out how prices are affecting daily pick-ups and drop-offs.
Transportation Director Jeff...
Cullman County Museum April Walking Tours preparing for five weekends (UPDATED)
CULLMAN, Ala. – This spring will mark the 10th anniversary of the Cullman April Walking Tours and with five weekends this year, the Cullman County Museum has much in store for visitors.
Museum Director Drew Green helped kick start the program locally when he joined...
Gov. Ivey signs constitutional carry bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama is now the 22nd constitutional carry state, and the first state to pass and sign constitutional carry in 2022.
All law-abiding citizens will soon be able to exercise the right to carry a gun without a permit.
Cullman City Police Chief Kenny...
Obituary: Judy Ann Randolph
Funeral service for Judy Ann Randolph, 74, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Concord Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the funeral.
Cullman Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Ireta Dale Pirkle
Ireta Dale Pirkle, age 72, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, March 25, 2022. She was born March 31, 1949, in Winston County, AL to Raymond and Dolly White. She grew up in the Upshaw Community north of Addison, AL. She attended Addison...
CDC offers new COVID-19 Quarantine and Isolation (Q&I) Calculator for the public
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Cases, hospitalizations and deaths from COVID-19 have declined greatly in Alabama. However, it is unknown if the BA.2 subvariant or other emerging variants may escape the immune's systems response from either a previous COVID-19 infection or vaccine-induced protection. If so, mitigation...
Alabama’s February unemployment rate is 3.0%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced on Friday that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted February unemployment rate is 3.0%, down from January’s rate of 3.1%, and below February 2021’s rate of 3.8%. February’s rate represents 68,703 unemployed persons, compared to...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1950 and 1900
From the files of 1950:
Mesdames C.H. Gray, Vann Gibbs, George Burkart, T.Y. Steele and Mary Plunkett visited Mrs. Max Forbis in Huntsville.
Slim Lay and his band played at the Canteen dance on Friday night.
Mr. and Mrs. N.W. Self celebrated their Golden Anniversary on August...
Jordan Lee cruises in knockout round at REDCREST 2022 on Grand Lake
TULSA, Okla. (March 26, 2022) – Berkley pro Jordan Lee of Cullman, Alabama, caught 11 scorable bass weighing 33 pounds, 2 ounces to win the Knockout Round (Group B) on Day 4 of the Major League Fishing (MLF) REDCREST 2022 presented by Costa Sunglasses,...
ARCHERY: Vinemont High, Vinemont Middle, East Elementary claim county championships
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Archery Championships were held at Fairview High School over the weekend and Vinemont High School, Vinemont Middle School and East Elementary took home this year’s county titles. EES edged Vinemont Elementary with a score of 3092, Vinemont...
Wallace State Community College conducts Spring Cleanup at Garden City Mountain
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Student Engagement and the Healthy Campus and Healthy Earth Committee led a Spring Cleanup this week at Garden City Mountain, participating in the initiative spearheaded by the Alabama Community College System--one of its Community Matters activities--and Alabama...
Hulsey arrested for outstanding child abuse/torture warrants
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kered Evan Hulsey was arrested on Mar. 21, 2022 at the Cullman County Detention Center for three outstanding warrants which stemmed from a 2021 child abuse incident.
The Cullman County Sheriff’s office confirmed the 21-year-old Vinemont man was charged with two counts...
Sacred Heart Church of Cullman participates in worldwide consecration of Russian and Ukraine
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sacred Heart Church of Jesus in Cullman participated Friday morning in the worldwide event consecrating Ukraine and Russian. Father Patrick made the announcement on Facebook Thursday evening, saying, “As many of you know, the visionaries of Our Lady of Medjugorje have...
CPD Chief Kenny Culpepper discusses possibility of retirement; confirms he has not filed proper paperwork to retire
CULLMAN, Ala. - For the last week there’s been talk regarding current Cullman Police Department’s Chief Kenny Culpepper’s retirement, supposedly slated for Dec. 31, 2022. The Tribune reached out to Chief Culpepper regarding the chatter running through back channels.
“I don’t want to be painted...
PREP TENNIS: Lady Bearcats sweep Friday triple header
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Varsity Girls’ Tennis Team traveled to Tuscaloosa to play a triple header Friday and the Bearcats returned home with three wins. The varsity girls defeated Hillcrest High School 5-4. After winning No. 1 doubles, No. 3 doubles and...
