Obituary: Wanda Faye Whitten
Wanda Faye Whitten, age 76, of Haleyville, passed away Thursday, February 3, 2022, at her son’s residence surrounded by loving family.
Mrs. Whitten was born on December 10, 1945 in Haleyville, AL. to George and Lonnie Mae Motes. She was a member of Ephesus Baptist...
Arrests and incidents reported February 4, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 4, 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 2
third-degree burglary; City of Cullman; CR 1650; wire;...
Boaz man arrested in Cullman for sexual abuse
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Boaz man on Tuesday, Feb 1.
Dakota Blake Moreno, 21, of Boaz was arrested by CCSO Deputies for multiple warrants. He was charged with larceny / theft (two counts) and sexual abuse of a child less...
Exquisite Miniatures by Wes and Rachelle Siegrist at Wallace State’s Burrow Museum
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College welcomes EXQUISITE MINIATURES, an exhibition of miniature paintings by Wes and Rachelle Siegrest, to campus this spring from February - April. Admission is free.
EXQUISITE MINIATURES consists of 50 signature paintings including landscapes, portraits,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs sweeps regular season finale against Hanceville
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles and Lady Eagles were back home at Jesse George Gymnasium Thursday night and both teams collected wins over Hanceville in their regular season finales. The Lady Eagles outscored the Lady Bulldogs 18-10 in the fourth quarter to...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Baseball opens 2022 season Friday; Basketball teams sweep Lawson State on road & men’s golf update
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s baseball season has arrived. The Lions open the 2022 campaign in Panama City, Fla, on Friday, playing in a weekend tournament.
It’s the 33rd season at Wallace State for Hall of Fame coach Randy Putman. He has compiled a 1,133-520...
Obituary: Carolyn Jo Patterson Sawyer
Visitation for Carolyn Jo Patterson Sawyer, age 70, of Cullman, will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ms. Sawyer passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022....
Obituary: Virginia Irene Stewart Lee
Mrs. Virginia Irene Stewart Lee, 83, of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at her residence. She was born on January 7, 1939 in Cullman, Alabama to Tillman Stone and Josie Cofield Stewart. Irene loved going to the senior center at Sportsman...
Obituary: Ellen L. Cates
A graveside service for Ellen L. Cates of Bremen will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 6 at Cold Springs Baptist Cemetery. Reverend Horace Swann will officiate.
Mrs. Cates was born on December 8, 1923 in Cullman, Alabama to James Harding and Missouri (York) Harding. She...
Obituary: Robert Earl Bronson
A graveside service for Robert Earl Bronson of Hanceville will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 5 at Lystra Missionary Baptist Cemetery in Baileyton, Alabama. Johnny Bennefield will be officiating.
Mr. Bronson was born on April 3, 1943 in Osceola, Florida to Harold Eugene and Margie...
Obituary: Rowena F. Lane
Rowena F. Lane, 93, of Arley, passed away February 2, 2022 at Pine Place Assisted living
She was born March 2, 1928 to Harold Folsom and Winnfred Merrill in Monmouth, ME.
Visitation will be held Friday February 4, 2022 from 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., where...
Obituary: Cody “CJ” Grattan
A celebration of life service for Cody “CJ” Grattan, of Hanceville, will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 4 at Hopewell Baptist Church in Hanceville. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. The family will accept friends for a visitation at the church on Friday...
Obituary: Deborah Jan Foust
A celebration of life service for Deborah Jan Foust, 61, of Cullman will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 5, 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 on Saturday. Pastor...
Governor Ivey allocates funds to assist domestic violence victims
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced that 18 nonprofit agencies will be allocated funds from the state’s Domestic Violence Trust Fund to assist victims of domestic violence.
The trust fund was created by the Alabama Legislature in 2015 to help the agencies...
Arrests and incidents reported February 3, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 3, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
January 31
domestic violence; CR 747illegal possession of prescription drugs; attempt to elude police officer; using...
Vintage Magnolias grand opening and ribbon cutting to be held Friday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville’s newest business, Vintage Magnolias, will be holding a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Friday the Feb. 4 beginning 10:00 a.m. The business sells home décor and vintage antiques collected by various vendors. Some items are from the early 19th...
‘My guiding question will always be, ‘Does this help the citizens of Cullman County?’’
CULLMAN, Ala. – “My name is Morris Williams, and I am running for Cullman County Commissioner for District 4,” read the announcement sent to The Tribune. We reached out to find out more about Williams.
In a crowded race in District 4 with a field...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison downs 4A Dora at home 60-53
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the 4A Dora Bulldogs on a rainy night at Allen Stephenson Gym and came away with a hard fought, 60-53 win. Addison improved to 18-9 on the season while Dora fell to 18-8.
The first period started with Addison playing...
Obituary: Robert Clifford Raymond Jr.
Robert Clifford Raymond Jr., age 49, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022. Robert was born April 4, 1972 in Bridgeton, NJ to Robert Clifford Raymond Sr. and Etta Lois Edwards Raymond. He is preceded in death by his parents; son:...
Obituary: Everett A. Wier
Everett A. Wier of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at the age of 89. Mr. Wier was born on April 28, 1932 to Ben and Clifford (Ford) Wier in Lincoln, Alabama.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his five...
Obituary: Noah Cole
Noah Cole, 75, of Odenville, Alabama, passed away on January 30, 2022. Noah was a beloved father, loyal brother, dedicated uncle and friend to those he knew. Noah’s pride came from helping those he loved, and his dedicated service to the US Armed Forces....
Obituary: Willie Mae (Watson) Rooks
Willie Mae (Watson) Rooks, age 91, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022. Willie was born November 16, 1930 in Thornton, Mississippi to Christopher Columbus and Claudia Mae Yeager Watson.
She is preceded in death by husband: Ervil Rooks; brothers: Marvin Watson...
Arrests and incidents reported February 2, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 2, 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
January 31
fourth-degree theft of property; person; cash; $6second-degree theft...
Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaims February ‘Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the month of February 2022 “Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month” (TDVAM) in the City of Cullman on Wednesday. On hand to accept the official proclamation was Pam Brown, outreach coordinator with Victim Services of Cullman, Inc.
“Teen...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 7 Cullman pulls away from Austin 64-38, Lady Bearcats race past Lady Black Bears 72-53
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats and Lady Bearcats were back on their home court Tuesday night, hosting a pair of matchups against Austin and honoring a pair of seniors. The Lady Bearcats raced past the Lady Black Bears 72-53 and the Bearcats followed...
Obituary: Vernie Marie Parker Mann
Vernie Marie Parker Mann, age 63, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2022. Vernie was born August 23, 1958 in Cullman, Alabama to Delmar Hobert and Ruby Lucy Moore Parker.
She is preceded in death by her parents; sister: Mary Calvert and...
Obituary: Daniel Valco Jones, Jr.
Daniel Valco Jones, Jr., 66, of Berlin, passed from this life January 31, 2022 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born January 11, 1956 to Daniel Valco, Sr. and Evelyn Jones. A memorial service will be planned and announced by the...
Obituary: Joseph William Gusich
Joseph William Gusich, age 57, of Vinemont, passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022, at Cullman Regional. He was born November 5, 1964, to Joseph Karlos and Mary Ruth Gusich.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his daughter: Kerrie Gusich Laymon; wife:...
Obituary: Walter Fredrick Morrison
Graveside service for Walter Fredrick Morrison, age 97, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, February 4, 2022, at Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Morrison passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022, at his residence. He...
Arrests and incidents reported February 1, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 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
January 27
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW;...
Peggy Smith announced as recipient of the Dave R. Echols Award Distinguished Service Award
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On Tuesday, former Cullman Economic Development Agency director Peggy Smith was announced as the recipient of the Dave R. Echols Distinguished Service Award for Exemplary Service in Economic Development. The presentation took placed at the Economic Development Association winter conference in...
Cullman County BamaCarry announces candidate endorsements
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County BamaCarry members announced on Saturday their endorsement of two candidates.
“We are pleased to share our endorsement of Sheriff Matt Gentry,” CC BamaCarry said. “He is the people's sheriff, and he has proven this time after time, he has also...
Stephen K. Griffith Memorial Fund donates $10,000 to CCBOE to support student, family mental health services
The Stephen K. Griffith Memorial Fund on Tuesday donated $10,000 to Cullman County Schools to support student and family mental health services.The memorial fund was established to honor the memory of Stephen K. Griffith and to expand mental health services in Cullman County.
The fund was established...
Literacy Coordinator Reginnia Roat retires from the Link after 10 years of service
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County is hosting a retirement party for Literacy Coordinator Reginnia Roat on Friday, Feb. 4 at the Link from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Director of Development and Operations Melissa Betts says, “Everyone in the community who...
City of Hanceville preparing for warm-weather events
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Though winter's chill will be for another month at least, some cities in Cullman are already working to spread the word about summer events in the works. Amy Moctezuma, assistant park director for the City of Hanceville, recently announced two such...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 2 Good Hope bests No. 6 Priceville 58-41, Raiders topple ninth-ranked Bulldogs 46-39
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After collecting a pair of County Championships over the weekend, Good Hope returned home Monday night to host a pair of ranked Priceville teams on senior night. The second-ranked Lady Raiders got the night started with a top 10 matchup...
Obituary: Bobby Wayne “Sponge Bob” Willmoth
Bobby Wayne “Sponge Bob” Willmoth, 68 of Arley, Alabama, entered into rest on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at his home.
Bobby was born on July 2, 1953 in New Albany, Mississippi.
No services are planned at this time.
Bobby is survived by his daughter: Jennifer Cleghorn and...
Obituary: Betty Sue Roy
Betty Sue Roy, 65, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed from this life on January 28, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her family. Mrs. Roy was born April 08, 1956 to Walter Andersen and Mildred Marie Filmore Benefield. She was a member at Powell’s Chapel...
Obituary: Norris Allen Atchley
Norris Allen Atchley moved to our Father’s House on January 29, and, according to The Christian Apostle Paul, was received by his Savior, Lord and King who presented him with the Crown of Righteousness.
Those who knew Norris best will remember him as a generous,...
Obituary: Paul Robert Edwards
Funeral services for Paul Robert Edwards of Hanceville will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 1 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in. Reverend Wayne Wisener will officiate. Visitation will be on Tuesday prior to the service beginning at 12:00...
Obituary: Frances Jackson Walker
The funeral service for Frances Jackson Walker, 92, of Blountsville, Alabama, will be 11:00 am , Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at the Pelham Church of Christ ( 3405 Pelham Parkway, Pelham, AL). The family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. prior...
Obituary: Freda Marie Freeman
Freda Marie Freeman, age 83, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2022. Freda was born February 12, 1938 in Cullman County, Alabama.
Freda is survived by her daughter: Diane Foust; her sons: Michael (Susan) Freeman and John Freeman; six grandchildren and seven...
Arrests and incidents reported January 31, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 31, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
January 27
attempt to elude police officer; Hwy. 91domestic violence; Firestation Rd.criminal mischief; CR 247trespassing; CR...
Obituary: Barbara Lee Rowland
Barbara Lee Rowland, 79, of Cullman passed away January 29, 2022, at her residence
surrounded by family.
Barbara was born October 30, 1942, in Grove City, Ohio to the late Ralph and Edith Dunn. She
was the middle child of five children, one preceded in death.
Barbara married...
Obituary: Pamela Jo O’Neil
Funeral service for Pamela Jo O'Neil, age 64, of Cullman, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at Baldwin Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Wayne Barnette and Edward Green officiating, and burial at Baldwin Cumberland Presbyterian Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00...
Obituary: Scott Glen Johnson
Funeral services for Scott Glen Johnson, 60, of Hanceville will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 5, 2022 in the chapel of Hanceville Funeral Home with Reverend Buddy Perkins officiating. Interment will follow at Hopewell Cemetery. A time of visitation and fellowship will...
Obituary: Anita Carter Benford
Anita Carter Benford, age 63, of Muscle Shoals, formerly of Haleyville, passed away Saturday, January 29, 2022 at UAB Palliative Care, Birmingham.
She was born March 12, 1958 to O.D. and Christine Carter. Anita loved flower gardening. She enjoyed trips to the mountains. Most of...
Obituary: Carrie Leigh Harris
A celebration of life service for Carrie Leigh Harris, 46 of Eva, Alabama, will be 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. prior to the service on Wednesday. ...
Obituary: Rashelle Jean Ransom-Walker
A graveside service for Rashelle Jean Ransom-Walker of Hanceville will be 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 1 at Garden City Cemetery. Reverend Tommy Graves will be officiating. The family will accept friends for visitation on Tuesday prior to the service beginning at 9:30 a.m. at...
Leldon’s ‘Art in the Warehouse District’ event to take place February 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local home décor retail shop Leldon’s will be hosting “Art in the Warehouse District” on February 4 from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. The event will feature tastings from Holly Pond’s Alabama Mudd Coffee and artwork displays from five different artists...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1900 and 1930:
From the files of 1900:
The Chicago Glee Club will sing in Kullman’s Hall on Wednesday. Reserved seats are 35 cents, on sale at the post office.
Mr. J.R. Morgan of Johnson’s Crossing made a flying trip to Birmingham last week. Suppose he accepted a position...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison handles Elkmont at home 55-41
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the 3A Elkmont Red Devils at Allen Stephenson Gym and came away with a solid 55-41 win. Addison improves to 16-12 on the season.
Elkmont rolled into Addison on Saturday night with high hopes and rolled back up Interstate 65...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Good Hope downs Cold Springs 65-53 to win 3rd County Title in 4 years
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Good Hope and Cold Springs fought it out for this year’s Cullman County Tournament Championship Saturday night, and it was another exciting battle between the Eagles and Raiders. The score was knotted at 25 after the first two quarters but Good...
Obituary: Leon Roy Lane
Leon Roy Lane, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, January 28, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Leon was born August 1, 1937 in Lacon, Illinois to Viola Marie Marconet and Lyle David Henry Lane.
Leon is survived by his wife of...
Obituary: Jerry Harrelson
Jerry Harrelson, age 66, of Arley, passed away Friday, January 28, 2022 at his residence.
He was born December 29, 1955 in Hollywood, Florida. Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1975-1996. After his retirement from the military, Jerry served as...
Obituary: Burlis “Mike” Michael Hall
Funeral service for Burlis "Mike" Michael Hall, age 65, of Vinemont, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Matt Jordan officiating, with burial at Enon Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Lady Raiders roll past West Point 73-39 for 1st County Championship since 2012
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Good Hope and West Point squared off for the third time in the varsity girls’ championship game Saturday night but unlike the first two battles of the day, this one was settled quickly. The Lady Raiders built a 26-point lead by...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Raiders pull away to top West Point 53-41 & win JV Boys Championship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This year’s JV Boys Championship Game featured another heated battle between West Point and Good Hope. The Warriors led the Raiders by two at halftime, but Good Hope shot extremely well at the free throw line in the second half and...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Lady Warriors outlast Good Hope 33-29 to claim JV Girls Championship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Championship Saturday at the Cullman County Tournament tipped off with the JV Girls title game between the Lady Warriors of West Point and the Good Hope Lady Raiders. It was a very tight contest between the two squads in which neither...
Alabama Senate sends Governor bill to invest $772 million across Alabama communities
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Senate on Thursday gave final passage to legislation that will make a generational investment of $772 million in communities across the state.
HB1, the companion bill to Senate General Fund Chairman Greg Albritton (R-Range)’s SB 1, was sponsored by House...
Hanceville City Council announces celebration of life for Lt. Pounders next Friday at Hanceville Civic Center
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville City Council met on January 27 to discuss a bid on modular jail cells from Maximum Security Systems for the new portion of the jail. The cells will cost $132,500. The mayor acknowledged that the council could have the cells...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Cold Springs takes 70-65 OT thriller over Hanceville to advance to County Finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Cold Springs and Hanceville battled for the last spot in Saturday’s varsity boys’ championship game Friday night, and it was an instant classic between the Eagles and Bulldogs. Four quarters weren’t enough to settle things between these local rivals, and the...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Good Hope knocks off Fairview 60-51 to advance to County Championship Game
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The first of Friday night’s varsity boys’ semifinal matchups at the Cullman County Tournament was a fast-paced and competitive clash between the Good Hope Raiders and the top-seeded Fairview Aggies. In the end, the Raiders were able to create some separation...
Obituary: Linda Carol Cook
Funeral service for Linda Carol Cook, 79, of Hanceville will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Oakwood Memorial Cemetery, Pastor Joe McNulty officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday evening at the funeral home from 5:30...
Obituary: Barbara Misner
Barbara Misner, age 75, of Haleyville, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Haleyville Health Care.
Barbara was born on March 23, 1946 in Haleyville, Alabama. Barbara loved to read and also liked sewing. She always had beautiful house plants, and she liked talking to...
Obituary: James H. “Jim” Posey
James H. “Jim” Posey, age 85, of Double Springs, passed away Friday, January 28, 2022 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
He was born March 21, 1936 to Jesse and Emma Posey. Jim graduated from Winston County High School in 1954, and he went on to...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: West Point tops Fairview 51-33 to advance to JV Girls Finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – West Point and Fairview tipped things off with a JV Girls semifinal matchup at the Cullman County Tournament Friday night. The Lady Aggies trailed by just at halftime but were outscored 23-13 by West Point in the second half, allowing the...
Cullman County incumbents facing challengers, others running unopposed
CULLMAN, Ala. - With what many call “election season” just beginning to fire up locally, some Cullman County incumbents are facing challengers while others have a seemingly smooth path to reelection.
On Friday, January 28, 2022 those seeking to qualify for various positions, from sheriff...
Multiple drug arrests by CCSO in Cullman County this week
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, January 24, Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the Good Hope area.
Tyrone Daishawn Beebe, 24, of Cullman was a passenger in the vehicle. Deputies developed probable cause and a search was conducted. Paraphernalia...
Arrests and incidents reported January 28, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 28, 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
January 26
harassment; person; CR 490
January 27
Arrests
January 27
Floyd, Jeremy D.;...
President of the Cullman Beekeeping Association teaches candle making class at the Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. - As a part of the Cullman County Extension Office and North Alabama Agriplex’s Prepare for the Fair Series, Phillip Garrison, president of the Cullman Beekeeping Association, taught a candle making workshop Tuesday evening at the Agriplex. He taught the class to...
Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announces sentencing of habitual-offender Nathan Winston Stephens
(Photo courtesy of the CCSO)
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announces that Nathan Winston Stephens was sentenced to 75 years in prison by Circuit Judge Greg Nicholas on Thursday for his failure to register as a sex offender conviction from November.
“Although...
Cullman Community Theater to present “Arsenic & Old Lace”
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Community Theater returns with its dinner theater production of “Arsenic and Old Lace” at Stone Bridge Farms on Feb. 18-20, 2022.
The story
Mortimer Brewster is living a happy life: he has a steady job at a prominent New York newspaper, he...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bulldogs come from behind to topple No. 4 Decatur Heritage 58-56, Lady Bulldogs fall in 57-56 thriller
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted two very good basketball teams from Decatur Heritage Christian Academy at Allen Stephenson Gym Thursday night and came away with a split on senior night. The Lady Bulldogs lost a heartbreaker to the Lady Eagles 57-56 while the Bulldogs...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: West Point pulls away from Fairview 58-23 to advance to County Championship Game
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thursday night’s Cullman County Tournament action wrapped up with a meeting between the West Point Lady Warriors and the Lady Aggies of Fairview with a spot in this year’s County Championship Game. Fairview fought hard in the first half and trailed...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Good Hope races past Holly Pond 73-31, advances to county finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The first varsity matchup of Thursday night’s Cullman County Tournament action saw the top-seeded Good Hope Lady Raiders face off against the Lady Broncos of Holly Pond. The Lady Broncos gave a strong effort early but ultimately couldn’t keep pace with...
Obituary: Kathy Dianne Russell
Funeral services for Kathy Dianne Russell of Hanceville will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 31 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Center Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 30th at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mrs....
Obituary: Roland C. Freeman
Funeral service for Roland C. Freeman, 86, of Crane Hill will be at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 31, 2022 at Mt. Hope Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Phillip Robinson will officiate. The body will lie in state at the church...
Obituary: Kay Swann
Funeral services for Kay Swann, age 74, of Arkadelphia will be held on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow in Arkadelphia Cemetery. Bro. Harce...
Obituary: Jessie E. McDaniel
Funeral service for Jessie E. McDaniel, 79, of Vinemont will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 31, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Flint Creek Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home on...
Obituary: Susie Eldis Henry (Updated)
Susie Eldis Henry, age 94, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Susie was born April 16, 1927 in Alabama.
Susie is survived by her son: John Wayne Henry; her grandchildren: Johnny Ray Buford Henry and Stephanie...
Obituary: Delilah Dean Donaldson
Delilah Dean Donaldson, age 63, of Haleyville, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama.
She was born on June 18, 1958 in Birmingham, Alabama. Delilah was a loving wife, mother and Nana to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was...
Obituary: Larry Dale Queen
Funeral Service for Larry Dale Queen, age 75, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Matthew Jetton officiating, and internment in Bethel United Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00...
Obituary: Walter Reid Gingrich Jr.
Funeral service for Walter Reid Gingrich Jr., age 87, of Vinemont, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 31, 2022, at Faith Baptist Church with Jared Folks officiating, and interment in Center Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m....
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Lady Raiders edge Holly Pond 27-26 in OT to advance to JV Girls finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – We tipped things off at the Cullman County Tournament with a JV Girls semifinal matchup Thursday night and it was a physical, low-scoring clash between Good Hope and Holly Pond that took more than four quarters to settle. With the score...
Multiple arrested across county for drug-charges, trafficking
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputies went to a residence in the Goldridge community to serve a warrant on Thursday, January 20.
Nicholas Daniel Hill, 33, of Goldridge, Jill Snapp Bledsoe, 55, of Eva and Rachael Leshann McDonald, 37, of Goldridge were...
Arrests and incidents reported January 27, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 27, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
January 25
theft of property; CR 109domestic violence; CR 925trespassing; CR 109unlawful possession of controlled substance;...
CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH released Jan. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Jan. 26, 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
· 63 COVID positive patients, six of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be...
Rep. Robert Aderholt visits Cullman Regional on Tuesday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional was honored to have Rep. Robert Aderholt visit its main campus on Tuesday. The congressman took time to visit the ER expansion project which will increase capacity by 80 percent when it is completed this summer, and the Diagnostic...
Cullman County Commission approves funds for Cullman VFW
CULLMAN, Ala. – At the Cullman County Commission meeting Tuesday evening, Commissioner Garry Marchman, who recently announced he would be rerunning for his current position, stated, “One of the biggest reasons I’m running, because I had really considered not running, but we are changing...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Cold Springs downs Vinemont 55-38, advances to semifinals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The second and final matchup of the Cullman County Tournament Wednesday night was another tight one featuring a battle between the Eagles of Vinemont and Cold Springs. There were 15 lead changes through the first three quarters until Cold Springs moved...
Obituary: Rosan Marie McBrayer
Funeral service for Rosan Marie McBrayer, 63, of Cullman will be at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, January 27, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Greg Lee and Rev. John McKoy officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00...
Obituary: Linda Gail Parker
Funeral service for Linda Gail Parker, 79, of Lenoir City, Tennessee, formerly of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 28, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Center Grove Cemetery, Rev. Jason Vinson officiating. The family will receive friends one...
Obituary: Glenda Danella Hughes
Glenda Danella Hughes, 73, of Cullman, passed from this life January 26, 2022 at her residence. She was born July 1, 1948 to Alvin and Alma Opal Blair Weathers. A celebration of life service will be planned and announced by the family.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: Robert Clifford Raymond Jr.
Robert Clifford Raymond Jr., age 49, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022. Robert was born April 4, 1972 in Bridgeton, NJ to Robert Clifford Raymond Sr. and Etta Lois Edwards Raymond.
He is preceded in death by his parents; son: Jared...
Obituary: Michael R. Evans
Michael R. Evans, age 70, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022. Michael was born March 28, 1951 in Birmingham, Alabama to Ruben and Catherine Basinger Evans.
He is preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter: Kamryn Greer Chamblee.
Mr. Evans worked...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Lady Broncos advance to semifinals with 43-34 win over Cold Springs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Varsity girls action tipped things off at the Cullman County Tournament Wednesday night and it was a classic battle between the Lady Eagles of Cold Springs and the Holly Pond Lady Broncos. Holly Pond led 27-17 at the half but had...
Arrests and incidents reported January 26, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 26, 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
January 25
assault; person
January 26
Arrests
January 25
Childers, Joseph M.; 38
FTA- third-degree...
Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announces the guilty plea and sentencing of Robert Alan Peak
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announced that Robert Alan Peak was sentenced to 30 years in prison on Monday after pleading guilty to seven felonies and one misdemeanor, including his 2021 escape from the Cullman County Detention Center.
“I am proud...
Cullman City Schools raises substitute pay for teachers, support and CNP workers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is temporarily raising the pay for substitutes, to ensure local schools are able to remain adequately staffed during this time.
Substitute pay for teachers will increase from $75 to $125 per day, pay for support substitutes all increase from...
