Alabama Farm Credit holds grand opening for new corporate headquarters in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Farm Credit held its grand opening event Tuesday morning at 300 2nd Ave SW for its new corporate headquarters. The event was attended by members of the city council, county commissioners, the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce and Mayor Woody...
Economic development leaders give industry and workforce updates at Industry Appreciation Night
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Industry Appreciation Night took place Tuesday at the Terri Pines County Club featuring the many industries in Cullman who got a chance to mingle and network with their supporting industry partners. Guest speakers congratulated the growing industry in Cullman. Presenting...
Obituary: Sonia Stanley Boyer
Sonia Stanley Boyer, age 101, passed away on Feb. 3, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her husband: Lewis R. Boyer of Montgomery, AL; her parents: Albert W. and Clarice N. Stanley and brothers: Marcel C. Stanley, OBE and Russell W. Stanley, all of...
Obituary: Janey Mae Wilson Buchanan
Funeral service for Janey Mae Wilson Buchanan, 79, of Cullman will be at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, February 26, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman City Cemetery with Rev. Jerry Lake officiating. Visitation will be Saturday at the funeral home from 10:00...
Obituary: Marie Hamner Campbell
Funeral service for Marie Hamner Campbell, 94, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at Seventh Street Baptist Church with Rev. Eric Martin officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Obituary: Elsie Faye Thornton
Elsie Faye Thornton, 79 of Logan, passed away February 22, 2022 at her residence.
She was born December 21, 1942. to Clarence Barbee and Isol Willie Lawrence Barbee.
Visitation will be held Friday, February 25, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 2 Good Hope falls to No. 1 Deshler 46-38 in NW Regional Finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Lady Raiders were back in the Northwest Regional Championship Game Wednesday for the second straight season, looking to improve on last year’s run and earn a trip to Birmingham. Unfortunately for the hometown crowd, the second-ranked Lady Raiders...
Arrests and incidents reported February 23, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 23, 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
February 20
first-degree theft of property; first-degree criminal mischief; Alabama...
Cullman City Schools dismissing at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 2 for basketball Final 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School varsity basketball team has made it to the Alabama High Schools Sports Association of Alabama (AHSAA) Final 4 for the first time in 90 years — and thanks to an early dismissal on game day next week...
Cullman Regional adds new MRI and CT technology
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional will be able to offer patients and physicians better imaging technology with the recent addition of a 128-slice GE Revolution EVO CT and a GE Discovery MR750w 3.0T MRI. Not only do these new technologies produce better images, but...
Multiple arrested countywide in sexually related crimes
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made four arrests countywide from child pornography, forcible rape and other related charges this week.
On Monday, February 14, CCSO Deputies arrested Brian Michael Kuykendall, 33, of Hanceville on multiple Grand Jury indictments. He was charged with...
Obituary: Robby Allen Wilson
Robby Allen Wilson, 49, of Nauvoo, formerly of Addison, entered into rest on Friday, February 18, 2022 at Northwest Medical Center in Winfield.
He was born on January 16, 1973 in Miami, Florida to Gary and Denelda Cook Wilson. He was a big “Roll Tide”...
Obituary: Lillian Jaynes
A graveside service for Lillian Jaynes of Gardendale will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 23 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Ted Spencer will be officiating.
Mrs. Jaynes was born on April 17, 1929 to Andrew and Mae (Whaley) Webb. She died at her residence...
Obituary: Lavonia Everee Miller
Funeral service for Lavonia Everee Miller, 84, of Baileyton will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at Welcome Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Revs Jerry Lake and Terry Blankenship will officiate. The family will receive friends at the church...
Obituary: William Craven Hershberger
William Craven Hershberger, age 83, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2022. William was born December 4, 1938 in Tacoma Park, Maryland to Roland Lynwood and Elizabeth Anne Craven Hershberger. He is a veteran of The United States Navy.
He is preceded...
Obituary: Lucille Bertie Davis
Lucille Bertie Davis, age 97, of Cullman passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022 at her residence. She was born February 10, 1925 in Cullman, Alabama.
She is survived by her son: David (Cindy) Davis of Cullman and her sister: Avnell Nail of Cullman.
She was...
Obituary: Barbara Sue Nichols
Barbara Sue Nichols, age 76, of Bremen passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born January 10, 1946 in Cullman, Alabama.
She is survived by her daughter: Connie Sue Nichols (Allen Winchester); sister: Jean Suter (Mike); grandchildren: Brandon...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman pulls away to top Scottsboro 75-58 and advance to 1st Final 4 in 90 years
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – It’s been nearly a century since their last trip, but after pulling away to beat Scottsboro 75-58 in Tuesday’s Northwest Regional Finals, the Cullman Bearcats are headed to the Final 4. The Wildcats led by five at halftime, but the depth...
Cullman Community Theater presents ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ at Stone Bridge
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Theater presented their production of Joseph Kesselring’s 1941 play “Arsenic and Old Lace” this weekend. The plot was inspired by true events that took place in in the early 1900s. Amy Archer-Gilligan opened a boarding house in 1907...
Arrests and incidents reported February 22, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 22, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
February 17
criminal mischief; Beech Ave. SEpossession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 91theft of...
Gov. Ivey awards grant to bring new jobs, improve traffic in South Vinemont
MONTGOMERY, Ala— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $300,000 grant to help provide new jobs in the town of South Vinemont while also improving traffic safety.
The Community Development Block Grant funds will be used to construct a northbound turning lane off High School Road...
Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday begins Friday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - With seemingly constant threats of inclement weather, no matter the season, residents will be able to participate in the state’s annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday to better prepare.
According to the Alabama Department of Revenue, the sales tax holiday begins...
Family of April Williams creates memorial fund to assist people in need seeking employment
CULLMAN, Ala. - Executive Director of Flourish of Cullman Inc. Melissa Dew and her family have created a memorial fund for April Williams who passed away on May 14, 2021. Dew’s sister April was one of the motivations behind the creation of Flourish in...
Obituary: Melba “Sandra” Howard
Funeral service for Melba "Sandra" Howard, age 82, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Gary Waddell officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. prior to the service.Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Michael Leonard Japczyk
Memorial service for Michael Leonard Japczyk, age 68, of Union Grove, will be at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at The Gathering Place at Lake Guntersville State Park.Mr. Japczyk passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022, at his residence. He was born...
Obituary: Melba Hinkle Alexander
Melba Hinkle Alexander, age 90, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2022. Melba was born September 2, 1931 in Cullman, Alabama.
Melba is survived by her daughter: Anita Thompson; her grandson: Blake (Sarah) Thompson; her great-grandchildren: Everett Thompson and Cameron Thompson and...
Obituary: Hope Denise Campbell
Funeral service for Hope Denise Campbell, 50, of Cullman will at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Bethlehem West Baptist Cemetery, with Rev. Earl Holt officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to...
Obituary: Virginia Brock
Funeral services for Virginia Brock of Hanceville will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 23 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Mt. Zion Nazarene Cemetery in Blount County. Reverend Glenn Smallwood will officiate. Visitation for the public will be from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at...
Obituary: Billy Joe McNabb
Funeral service with military honors for Billy Joe McNabb, 76, of Cullman will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, February 25, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Mt. Zion Cemetery, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be Thursday evening at the funeral...
Obituary: Bobby Lee Cadle
Funeral service for Bobby Lee Cadle, 78, of Vinemont will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Flint Creek Cemetery, with Bro. Freddie Hembree officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday evening at the funeral home from 5:30...
Obituary: Roger Dale Thompson
Roger Dale Thompson, 70, of Lacey’s Spring, Alabama, passed away on February 21, 2022. He was born November 28, 1951, to Lester and R.Z. Thompson.
Mr. Thompson is preceded in death by his parents; children: Joey Thompson and Brian Thompson and siblings: Gerald Thompson, Harold...
Arrests and incidents reported February 21, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 21, 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
February 18
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW;...
STEM career tech classroom coming to Cullman City Schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools’ career tech efforts are getting a major boost this year, as the system has been awarded a $189,00 grant from the Alabama State Department of Education. The grant will support Cullman City Schools Career Technical Education projects as...
PREP BASKETBALL: Meek falls to No. 4 Covenant Christian in NW Regional semifinal 62-34
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After falling in the Sub-Regional last season, the Meek Tigers have played their way back to the Northwest Regional and they hit the hardwood at Tom Drake Coliseum Monday morning to take on No. 4 Covenant Christian. The Tigers overcame a...
ALGOP takes on education issues at its winter meeting
BIRMINGHAM Ala.- Members of the Alabama Republican Party Executive Committee (ALGOP SEC) approved a trio of resolutions pertaining to education during the Party's winter meeting in Birmingham this past weekend.
"Education has always been a priority for the Republican Party. We must protect our children...
Obituary: Henry Fuqua
Henry Fuqua, age 83, of Baileyton, Alabama passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022. Henry was born December 11, 1938 in Rogersville, AL. Funeral services are Monday, February 21, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home Chapel with Josh Eddleman officiating. Interment...
Growers permit cuts costs for farmers
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Alabama is home to more than 170 farmers markets, which thousands of farmers rely on to sell produce that they pour their blood, sweat and tears into growing. The Alabama Farmers Market Authority (FMA) is the governing body of these markets. To...
Financial relief will soon be available to assist Alabama landowners adversely affected by the non-native, invasive noxious weed, cogongrass
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Administered by the Alabama Forestry Commission, the Cogongrass Mitigation Program is made possible through a grant from the USDA Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Plant Protection & Quarantine (PPQ). The goals of this program are to reduce the number...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point dominates Warrior Battle Tournament
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors opened their season by hosting the Warrior Battle Tournament this weekend and they’re already off to a 4-0 start. West Point handled Good Hope in its first game of the season to get the tournament...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman, West Point open season with wins
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Spring is upon us and that means its past time for teams all across the state to get back on the diamond. Two of those teams, the Cullman Bearcats and West Point Warriors, opened up their 2022 campaigns this weekend and...
PREP TENNIS: Cullman places 2nd at Hillcrest Doubles Tournament
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Cullman’s Women’s Tennis team traveled to Tuscaloosa this weekend to compete in a doubles tournament at Hillcrest and the Bearcats returned home with a second place finish. Cullman knocked off both Deshler and Pell City in pool play before falling to...
PREP SOCCER: West Point collects wins at Lawrence County
MOULTON, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors made the trip to Lawrence County for a pair of varsity matchups Saturday and both squads returned home with wins. The Lady Warriors raced past Lawrence County 9-1 and the Warriors edged the Red...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1952
Hanceville cheerleaders this year are Jo Vaughn, Hail Thomas, Belva Sue Johnson, Eleanor Gay Chappell, Margaret Johnson, Barbara Ann Johnson and Mona Ann Seibert.
Private A.P. Alvis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Alvis, formerly of Garden City was killed in Korea in late June....
Obituary: Jessica Elaine Corbin
Jessica Elaine Corbin, age 33, of Haleyville, passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022.
She was born on April 22, 1988 in Decatur, Alabama. Jessica enjoyed crafting, fishing, being on the lake, kayaking, riding motorcycles and singing-slightly off key. Most of all, she was a...
Obituary: Inas Hudson Briscoe
Funeral service for Inas Hudson Briscoe, 94, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Sunday, February 20, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Ebenezer Cemetery, and Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the funeral...
Obituary: Cheryl Jada Lee
The funeral service for Cheryl Jada Lee, 71, of Vinemont, will be 3:00 p.m., Sunday, February 20, 2022, at Sardis Baptist Church #2 in Addison, AL. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. prior to the service at the church. Bro....
Obituary: Denzel Tyrane Mattox
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Denzel Tyrane Mattox, 35, of Hanceville.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Mattox passed away Saturday, February 19, 2022 at his residence. He was born April 4, 1986 to Robert ‘Bobby’ and Cloressia Laney...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope slides past Rogers 48-42 to advance to Elite 8
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Lady Raiders are back at the Northwest Regional once again and in their opening matchup Saturday, they faced the team that ended their postseason run one year ago. Good Hope and the defending state champion Lady Pirates of...
Hee Haw Show returning to Hanceville in April
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Senior Outreach Organization will be presenting their version of the Hee Haw Show on Saturday, April 30 at the Hanceville Civic Center at 2:00 p.m. Jamie Brown Looney began directing the Hee Haw show for the seniors in 2018. Jamie...
Books and Brews book sale event to be held at Goat Island Brewing February 23
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Libraries of Cullman County will be hosting a Books and Brews book sale at Goat Island Brewing on Wednesday, February 23 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The books are donations that were made to the Cullman...
Halle McCrory named 2022 Wallace State Homecoming Queen
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Halle McCrory was named Wallace State Community College’s 2022 Homecoming Queen during the annual festivities Wednesday night. She was crowned at halftime of the men’s basketball game vs. Southern Union.
McCrory, a general studies major from Muscle Shoals, is a member of...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison’s postseason run ends with 43-33 loss to Hatton
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – For the first time in 15 years, the Addison Lady Bulldogs were competing at the Northwest Regional Friday night. Addison faced off against Hatton in the semifinal round and after falling behind early, the Lady Bulldogs rallied to cut the lead...
Obituary: Elwanda Armstrong Houston
Elwanda Armstrong Houston, age 90, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022. Elwanda was born May 28, 1931 in Ft Payne, Alabama to Thomas H. and Geneva Richey Armstrong.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Bill Houston; son: Michael Houston;...
Obituary: Pamela Deeanna Smith
The funeral service for Pamela Deeanna Smith, 52, of Cullman, will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 21, at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service on Monday. Rev. Etsel Riddle will...
Obituary: Eloise Stisher Stevens
The funeral service for Eloise Stisher Stevens, 95, of Cullman will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 22, 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 Tuesday. The interment will...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Cats rally to top Hazel Green 57-48, advance to Regional Finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats were back in action Friday afternoon at Tom Drake Coliseum, battling Hazel Green for a spot in the Northwest Regional Finals. It was a rocky first half for the black & gold and they trailed the Trojans 27-25...
Musical legend Lionel Richie participates in photo voter ID efforts
MONTGOMERY, Ala.— We are excited to announce that multi-platinum singer and songwriter Mr. Lionel Richie, a native of Tuskegee, Alabama, has agreed to participate in our 2022 photo voter ID and voter registration initiative. Mr. Richie will be, in addition to the 45th President...
Arrests and incidents reported February 18, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 18, 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
February 17
fourth-degree theft by deception; person; cash; $500unlawful breaking...
CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH released Feb. 17
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Feb. 17, Cullman Regional Medical Center released the following COVID update:
Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level of community transmission.
Cullman Regional Current Situation
· 37 COVID positive patients, two of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be...
PREP WRESTLING: Arab, Gardendale rank 1-2 after 1st day of AHSAA Class 5A/6A State Wrestling Meet
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Arab High School took a slim 3.5-point lead over two-time defending state champion Gardendale after the first day concluded at the AHSAA 67th State Wrestling Championships underway at the Von Braun Center here.
The Knights posted 60 points in the first day’s...
Obituary: Elizabeth Ann “Libby” Sterling
Elizabeth Ann “Libby” Sterling, 65 of Addison, passed away February 16, 2022 at St. Vincent’s Hospital.
She was born November 30, 1956 to T.A. Howse and Kathryn Louise Williamson Howse. She loved to sing and play guitar, fishing and trips to the beach with her...
Obituary: Sarah Elizabeth Onks
Funeral service for Sarah Elizabeth Onks, 26, will be Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Joey Coots officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 22, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m....
Obituary: Jerry Lane Pilgrim
Jerry Lane Pilgrim, age 70, of Jasper, passed away on February 15, 2022 at Walker Baptist Medical Center. He was born on April 6, 1951 in Arley, Alabama to the late Claude and Grace Lollar Pilgrim.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; sisters:...
Obituary: Ellen Jeanette Hoffman
Ellen Jeanette Hoffman, age 78, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022. Ellen was born May 18, 1943 in Cullman, Alabama to Razzie Barton and Leola Gertrude Burkhart Wilson.
She is preceded in death by her husband: James Ray Hoffman; brother: Robert...
Obituary: Jack Leroy Stevens Jr.
Funeral service for Jack Leroy Stevens Jr., age 72, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 21, 2022, at St. John's Evangelical Church with Rev. John Richter and Rev. Samuel Tucker officiating, and interment in Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be...
Obituary: Betty Ruth Shaddix
Funeral service for Betty Ruth Shaddix, age 93, of Cullman, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Randy Makemson officiating, and interment in Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m....
‘Don’t listen to everyone telling you that you can’t do it, because you can,’ Jager Burns and Destiny Jones share their parenting story
Playing sports in high school while keeping pace academically can be a difficult feat in normal circumstance but imagine becoming a parent the same week you’re about to play a playoff game against the No. 1 team in the state. That was the case...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point’s Folds signs with LaGrange College
WEST POINT, Ala. – Thursday was a special day at West Point High School as friends, family, teachers, coaches, teammates and more packed themselves into the library to celebrate the next step in a fellow Warrior’s athletic and academic. West Point baseball standout Eli...
Tree and shrub fundraiser sale to be held Saturday at the North Alabama Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Natural Resources Planning Committee will be holding a tree sale Saturday, Feb. 19 at the North Alabama Agriplex, located at 1714 Tally Ho Street in Cullman. The Natural Resources Planning Committee offers landowner events throughout the year to...
Cullman County Commission discusses road safety concerns related to new subdivision construction
CULLMAN, Ala. – At the Cullman County Commission meeting Tuesday evening, one item of discussion was the plat Pointe Sixteen subdivision which will contain 74 lots and be located on County Road 204.
Ted Eaton voiced concerns from the property owners on County Road 204...
Vinemont man arrested for drug trafficking
DECATUR, Ala. - A local man was arrested on a drug trafficking warrant on Valentine’s Day after being located at the Morgan County Jail.
According to CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark, Blain R. Speakman, 30, of Vinemont, was arrested on a warrant from May...
Obituary: Jerry Gibbs Carter
Jerry Gibbs Carter, age 73, of Hanceville, passed away on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at Cullman Regional. He was born June 4, 1948, to Curtis and Eva Carter.He was preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his wife: Patricia Carter; daughters: Heidi Carter (Mark...
Obituary: Richard “Alvis” Connell
Richard “Alvis” Connell, age 73, of Falkville, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 16, 2022.
Alvis was born in Cullman, Alabama on March 19, 1948 to Thomas Francis and Sally Savannah Connell. For the majority of his working career, he worked as...
Obituary: Mary Sue Bell
Mary Sue Bell, 73, of Hanceville passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born in Grand Saline, Texas on November 4, 1948.She is survived by her daughters: Diana Lynn Roys and Brenda Kay Williams; eight grandchildren; 12...
Obituary: Paula “Mendi” Armenda Watts Davis
Paula “Mendi” Armenda Watts Davis, age 48, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022. She was born October 15, 1973 in Jasper, Alabama to Larry and Phyllis Gilbreath Watts.
Mendi was a resident of DeFuniak Springs, Florida. She was Baptist by faith and a member of...
Obituary: Carol Janine Pope
Funeral service for Carol Janine Pope, age 56, of Vinemont, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, February 18, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Dr. Laurentis Barnett officiating and interment in Mt. Zion Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. prior...
Obituary: Gary Anthony Abbott
Gary Anthony Abbott, age 71, of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at Cullman Regional. He was born September 30, 1950, to Carroll and Margaret Abbott.He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers: Gary Garner and Timothy Abbott.Survivors include his...
Governor Ivey announces Alabama’s 2021 exports surpassed pre-pandemic levels, showed robust gains as state’s economic momentum accelerates
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced that Alabama’s exports in 2021 surged more than 20% in value compared to the previous year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels and indicating the underlying resilience of the state’s economy.
New federal government figures show that Alabama’s exports of...
Arrests and incidents reported February 16, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 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
February 12
February 15
February 16
Arrests
February 15
Gilley, Christopher J.; 30
unlawful breaking...
PREP BASKETBALL: 4 local teams preparing for Northwest Regional
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Regional stage of the basketball postseason is upon us, and we have four local squads still in the hunt for a trip to Birmingham. Both the Lady Raiders of Good Hope and the Addison Lady Bulldogs are alive in the...
Alabama peach season to blossom or bust?
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – For Alabama peach farmers, this time of year is crucial in determining how the growing season will turn out.
In order to resume adequate growth in the spring, peach trees require a certain amount of exposure to cool temperatures after the...
CCSO arrest two men on drug-related charges following traffic stop
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputies conducted a traffic stop that ended in two arrests Wednesday, February 9,
The driver, Keith Dewayne Wadsworth, 61, was of Oneonta. Wadsworth pulled into an area hotel. The passenger of the vehicle exited the vehicle and ran...
Meek High School’s first robotics team prepares for competition in April
ARLEY, Ala. - Meek High School recently formed their very first robotics team as a part of the program FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), a global initiative that was founded by Dean Kamen as a method of engaging students in...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs falls to Aliceville in Sub-Regional 53-50
BREMEN, Ala. – After topping Addison to take the area title last week, the Cold Springs Eagles were back home Tuesday night to host a Sub-Regional matchup against Aliceville. After trailing by double-digits at the half, a late rally in the fourth quarter came...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Basketball sweeps Snead State; women’s tennis & golf updates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s basketball teams swept Snead State at home on Monday night.
The Lady Lions opened the night with an 84-70 victory, and the men followed with a 103-70 triumph at Traditions Bank Arena inside Tom Drake Coliseum.
Wallace State’s men surpassed the...
Obituary: Bettye Louise Dyer Hamilton
Bettye Louise Dyer Hamilton, age 71, of Canton, Georgia passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022. Bettye was born July 31, 1950 in Miami, Florida to Rufus Boyd and Nancy Louise Massey Dyer.
Bettye is preceded in death by her husband: Thomas Charles Hamilton and...
Obituary: Diana Lynn Cason
Diana Lynn Cason, age 60, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022. Diana was born November 24, 1961 in Napa, Idaho.
Diana is survived by her husband of 43 years: Donnie Cason; her brother: David (Melinda) Wright; her sisters: Connie Wright (John)...
Obituary: Conrad Euell Wren
Funeral Service for Conrad Euell Wren, age 87, of Vinemont, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 20, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Bruce Farr officiating and interment in Spring Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00...
Obituary: Ellis Dee Quick
Funeral Service for Ellis Dee Quick, age 89, of Vinemont, will be at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. prior to the service.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge...
Obituary: Jerome Nelson Michael
Jerome Nelson Michael, age 65, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022, at his residence. He was born November 13, 1956, to Henry Michael and Ellen Michael.He was preceded in death by his grandparents.Survivors include his father: Henry Michael (Priscilla Stewart); mother:...
Obituary: Harold Vincent Ballew
Harold Vincent Ballew, 92, of Cullman, AL, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022.Harold was born December 13, 1929 in Arab, AL.
He was preceded in death by his wife: Inez King Ballew; his parents: Estelle and Edgar Ballew Sr. and his brother: Bob Ballew.He is...
Obituary: Jeanie Marlene Voss Okeley
Jeanie Marlene Voss Okeley was born May 15, 1946 in Cullman, Alabama. She resided in Cullman until she married Robert Okeley and moved to Apollo Beach, Florida and resided there until her death.She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Okeley; parents, George...
Obituary: Ravenell “Nell” Miner Powell
Funeral service for Ravenell "Nell" Miner Powell, age 90, of Vinemont, will be at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, February 18, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Barry Henderson and Edward Green officiating, with interment in Bethel United Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be from...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman punches ticket to NW Regional with 68-50 win over Clay-Chalkville
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats were back on their home court for the final time this season Tuesday night, hosting the Cougars of Clay-Chalkville for a Sub-Regional battle. With a spot in the Northwest Regional on the line, the Bearcats did what they’ve...
Arrests and incidents reported February 15, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 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
February 10
forgery; person; forged checkthird-degree criminal trespass; Wal-Mart; Olive...
Alabama adds newborn screening tests to help identify conditions not typically apparent at birth
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is excited to announce the approval of four new conditions to the Alabama newborn screening panel. Early identification and treatment of infants affected with certain genetic or metabolic conditions can prevent premature death and...
Alabama Community College System opens Innovation Center, starts enrollment for rapid workforce training
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Innovation Center, a $10 million investment aimed at rapidly training workers for the state’s highest-demand industries, has launched its first of several industry-designed programs to help students find immediate employment.
ACCS leaders, students and industry partners...
Cullman County District Attorney race opponents share why the people are important
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney incumbent Wilson Blaylock and challenger, local attorney Champ Crocker, shared with The Cullman Tribune their thoughts on the upcoming election for DA.
The question the Tribune posed to each candidate was simply,
“Why are the people that you’ll be...
Cullman City Council clears hurdles for private developers in south and west Cullman, buys back unused industrial park property
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening suspended regular procedural rules to approve measures that could open opportunities for new business developments in south and west Cullman, despite concerns expressed about one by two local residents. Ernest Wright and Linda Romine...
PREP SOCCER: West Point downs East Lawrence on the road 7-0
TRINITY, Ala. – After competing in the Sand Mountain Classic over the weekend, the West Point Warriors were back on the road Monday night to square off against East Lawrence. The Warriors returned home with a 7-0 win and improved to 2-3 on the...
