Arrests and incidents reported June 15, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman’s WildWater celebrates grand opening on June 17
CULLMAN, Ala. – WildWater Cullman will celebrate its grand opening on Friday, June 17, 2022. Park hours will be from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00...
Local man arrested following DV incident
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Deputies from the Cullman County Sheriff’s office responded to a report of domestic violence in the Valley Grove community on Saturday,...
Antique Tractor and Engine Show provides family fun
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 24th Annual Hanceville Antique Tractor and Engine Show was held on Saturday under the bright sun at Wallace State Community...
Cullman man arrested for drugs; weapons seized after eluding deputies
CULLMAN, Ala. - Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of a suspicious vehicle in the Vinemont area on Sunday,...
Obituary: Woodie Darrell White
Woodie Darrell White, age 76, of Hanceville, passed away on Monday, June 13, 2022 at U.A.B. Hospital in Birmingham. He was born in Cleburne...
Obituary: Carolynn Sue Moody Daniel
Carolynn Sue Moody Daniel, 71, of Double Springs passed away June 13, 2022, at her residence. ...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders host summer games at Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope's varsity boys and girls each played in a pair of summer play-day games Tuesday at Good Hope High School. The...
Cullman Community Theater presents ‘Seven Brides for Seven Brothers’
CULLMAN, Ala. - "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" is a musical with a book by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay. Set in the late...
Arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Holly Pond is a family’: Addison Armstrong recaps her time as a Bronco
HOLLY POND, Ala. - In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond softball player Addison Armstrong, who will be majoring in Agricultural Business at...
City of Hanceville hosts inaugural Bull Bash Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The fun was just starting in Hanceville. The Parade of Bulls was on Friday night and there was a BBQ dinner afterwards. The...
Local author and former CHS teacher holding book reading and signing at Karma’s Coffeehouse
CULLMAN, Ala. - Retired Cullman High School teacher and now, best-selling author, Dorenda Doyle, will present a reading and signing of her newly published...
2nd Annual Cullman Area Association of Realtors Golf Tournament set for July 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Association of Realtors Golf Tournament will be held at Cross Creek Golf Course with early bird registration beginning at...
2nd Fridays makes a return to the Warehouse District
CULLMAN, Ala. - Friends and families packed nearly a mile stretch of 1st Avenue on Friday night for 2nd Fridays which spanned from Depot...
Obituary: Linda Gail Peters Bailey
Linda Gail Peters Bailey was welcomed into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Linda was 62 years old...
Obituary: Reba Joyce Helsel Gower
Reba Joyce Helsel Gower, 49 of Double Springs, entered into rest on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at her home.
Reba was born on July 8,...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Softball’s Felicity Frame named ASWA Community College Athlete of the Year; tennis coach Tim Garner named ITA Region IV Men’s COY
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State softball’s Felicity Frame was recognized Sunday as the Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA) Community College Athlete of the Year during the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Live in the moment’: Zeke White remembers his Cold Springs career
BREMEN, Ala. - In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs guard/defensive end Zeke White, who will continue his academic and athletic career at...
Cullman Ballet Theatre School offering Summer Dance Classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Ballet Theatre School (CBT) is offering the opportunity for all ages, from young children to adults, to attend Summer Dance...
Among the literacy elite
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has been named one of only two Science of Reading spotlight districts by the Alabama State Department of...
Search for missing Cullman girl continues
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office investigators are still actively following up on leads in the search for Alana Jean Aldridge.
Ms. Aldridge,...
Obituary: Robert A. Love
Robert A. Love, age 93, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 10, 2022. Robert was born December 12, 1928, in Jefferson...
‘Don’t ever take anything for granted’: Cody Bales looks back on his time at Cold Springs
BREMEN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to former Cold Springs basketball and baseball standout Cody Bales about his Eagles career.
Cody shared some...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1904 and 1934
From the files of 1904:
Professor J.L. Gibson has moved to Falkville, where he is in charge of the college there.
Miss Dora E. Schneider and...
Obituary: Matthew James Amaro
A funeral service for Matthew James Amaro of Vinemont, Alabama will be 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial...
Obituary: Mitchell Lewis Fortenberry
Funeral service for Mitchell Lewis Fortenberry, age 81, of Cullman, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 13, 2022 at Mt. Olive Church...
Obituary: Jerry Lee Hailes
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Jerry Lee Hailes, 56, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hailes family.
Mr. Hailes...
Obituary: Glenn Perdue
Glenn Perdue, age 77, of Bremen, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 10, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving...
Cullman man arrested following tip
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of an individual running down the road in the Vinemont area...
Hanceville City Council continues to work with Industrial Board to fund projects
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council met on Thursday evening where the council voted to approve transferring funds to the Hanceville Industrial Development...
Home Builders Association recognizes four seniors with J.B. ‘Boots’ Hill Memorial Scholarships
CULLMAN, Ala. - Four seniors were honored at a Family Scholarship Night held by the Cullman County Home Builders Association and hosted by Mitch...
Cullman Police Department asst. chief retires; shares memories, experiences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Assistant Police Chief Craig Montgomery spent his first day in retirement enjoying some front porch sitting and late morning coffee...
Catch a wave at WildWater’s Grand Opening on June 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism’s (CPRST) newest and much anticipated venture will hold its grand opening on Friday, June 17.
Gates...
Obituary: George Barry Willoughby
Barry was overly fond of chocolate. It's a known fact that if there was any in the house, he'd eat it and lie about...
Obituary: Saundra Marie Garrard Green
Saundra Marie Garrard Green, age 75, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2022, at her residence.
Saundra was born on March 21, 1947,...
Teaching and growing for Cullman students continues with The Link’s Enrichment Camp
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County’s Summer Enrichment Camp welcomed its first week of campers in efforts of keeping the children of...
Arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Good Hope is such a special place’: Tanner Malin reflects on his Raider career
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope football and basketball star Tanner Malin, who will be going to Millsaps...
Cullman City Council welcomes Brad Smith to vacant Place No. 1 position
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Council met on Monday night at City Hall opening with the swearing in on newest council member, Brad Smith.
Smith...
CPD and Cullman Cosmetic Family Dentistry partner for event
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department is partnering with Cullman Cosmetic and Family Dentistry to host their Smiles for Life event today, June...
Obituary: Judith Dianne Julian
Funeral service for Judith Dianne Julian, age 74, of Eva, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 10, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Betty M. (Cram) Jess
Betty M. (Cram) Jess, 95, of Baileyton, AL, formerly of Clinton, Iowa passed away Thursday, June 9 at home surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Jess...
Obituary: Fae Nell Swafford
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Fae Nell Swafford, 82, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Swafford...
Obituary: Danny Ray Reeder
Graveside service for Danny Ray Reeder, 59, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 11, 2022 at Vinemont First Baptist Cemetery, with...
Obituary: Ronnie Phillip Frese
Funeral service for Ronnie Phillip Frese, age 74, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, 2022 at Andrews Chapel in...
Arrests and incidents reported June 9, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 9, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School announces new principal
Cullman, Ala. - Pastor Richard Gaub has accepted the call to become associate pastor and headmaster of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School. Pastor...
Gleann Brook Acres providing better beef with pasture-raised Highland cattle
CULLMAN, Ala. - Scottish Highland cattle are highly sought-after livestock for their docile nature, ability to withstand harsh weather and high-quality beef. Gleann Brook...
Multiple arrested on drug-related charges
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - This past weekend involved multiple drug-related arrests, including drug trafficking charges across Cullman County for the Sheriff’s Office.
On Monday, June...
Planning Commission moves Klein Building project forward
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Planning Commission met on Monday evening at the City Hall Auditorium tasked with holding public hearings on...
Obituary: Bert Edward Rowan, Jr.
Funeral service for Bert Edward Rowan, Jr., 51, will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 10, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment...
Obituary: Robert Dale Finley
Funeral service for Robert Dale Finley, age 61, of Vinemont, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 10, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center provides child swimming lessons
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center are currently hosting swimming lessons to get kids ready for summer water activities. Classes will run...
Arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Southern Style CrossFit Gym comes to Addison
ADDISON, Ala. - Misty Thomas was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at the age of 31. Her doctor told her to stay active and strong...
Jones Chapel Fire Department hosting Inaugural Community Day event
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Fire Department is hosting their inaugural Community Day event this Saturday, June 11. It will take place...
Obituary: Roger Dale Wilson
Roger Dale Wilson, 71, of Double Springs, passed away June 6, 2022 at his residence.
Roger was born on October 16, 1950, to Lee Vernon...
Obituary: Lewis Eugene Clark
A memorial service is incomplete at this time for Lewis Eugene Clark, 82, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Clark family.
Mr....
Obituary: John “Popper” Scalzi
Funeral services for John “Popper” Scalzi of Hanceville will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, June 10, 2022 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Benny Ray Carlisle
Benny Ray Carlisle, age 79, of Hanceville passed away on Monday, June 6, 2022 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born in Jefferson...
Obituary: John Hewitt Schuler (Updated)
John Hewitt Schuler, 78, of Cullman entered into rest on Sunday, June 5, 2022 at his residence. He was born November 24, 1943, in...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Coaching staff earns top NFCA honor; Felicity Frame named NJCAA 1st-team All-American, Kirby earns 2nd-team nod
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State Community College’s softball program continues to rack up postseason awards.
Wallace State’s softball coaching staff, made up of head coach A.J. Daugherty...
Arrests and incidents reported June 7, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 7, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Update: manhunt resolved
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Earlier today, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies arrested Jeffery Barton, 43, of Guinn.
Barton was charged with burglary/force, burglary/no force,...
Bureau of Land Management offers $1000 adoption incentives to give wild horses good homes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Agricultural Trade Center on Friday and Saturday hosted The Bureau of Land Management’s Wild Horse and Burro Adoption and...
Pet of the Week: Have some fun with Henry!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Henry!
According to Ruttkay, Henry is an...
Preparations underway for 2022 2nd Fridays
CULLMAN, Ala. - Marking its 2022 return, 2nd Fridays in Cullman will hold its June celebration on Friday, June 10 from 5:00 p.m. –...
Warrants, traffic stops lead to drug-related arrests
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office executed warrants over the weekend which ended in several drug-related arrests—along with multiple traffic stops...
Hank’s Sport Bar and Rumors Deli hosts nationwide talent Jermaine ‘Funnymaine’ Johnson
CULLMAN, Ala. - Saturday night saw two best of the bests putting on a show for Cullman that was full of one-of-a-kind entertainment, specialty...
Obituary: Donnie R. Wright “Uncle Popeye”
Donnie R. Wright “Uncle Popeye” passed away on June 2, 2022 in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 12,...
Obituary: Robert Frank Ellsworth
Mr. Robert Frank Ellsworth, 78, of Falkville, passed away on June 3, 2022 at the VA Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. He was born on...
Obituary: William Alvie Powell
William Alvie Powell, 90, passed on June 1, 2022, at Community Hospice in Ocala, FL. Alvie was born in Cullman, AL on September 23,...
Obituary: Kathy Dale Berry
Kathy Dale Berry, 68, of Double Springs, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2022 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Kathy was born on August 29, 1953...
Obituary: Richard Ernest Hunt
Richard Ernest Hunt, age 59, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 3, 2022. Richard was born August 30, 1962, in Birmingham, AL...
ALL-STATE SOFTBALL: West Point’s Wilkins earns 1st team honors; Addison’s Luker, Cullman’s Shannon earn All-State recognitions
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA) released its All-State Softball selections for the 2022 season this weekend and three local standouts...
Relay for Life hosts Wheels at Wallace car show
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Saturday was a very special day at Wallace State Community College. The school’s Relay for Life team hosted the inaugural Wheels...
History in the making – Leldon’s journey to its new location
CULLMAN, Ala. - After opening in its original location next to Sips and Strokes in the Warehouse District in August of 2020, Leldon’s outgrew...
Obituary: Patricia (Patty) Pace Richard
Patricia (Patty) Pace Richard passed away on May 29, after a long battle with ovarian cancer, at age 81, surrounded by her loving children...
Obituary: James R. Smith
Funeral service for James R. Smith, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 6, 2022 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Darrell Dean Lovell
Funeral service for Darrell Dean Lovell, age 82, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
NASA partners with industry for new spacewalking, moonwalking services
WASHINGTON DC - NASA has selected Axiom Space and Collins Aerospace to advance spacewalking capabilities in low-Earth orbit and at the Moon, by buying...
Online breastmilk sharing increasing in popularity
CULLMAN, Ala. - The American Academy of Pediatrics and other worldwide medical organizations recommend exclusive breastfeeding for babies for six months followed by continued...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1920
Miss Audrey Chandler spent Sunday in Hanceville with friends.
Horace Quattlebaum of Akron, Ohio is spending a few days in Cullman.
Mr. Talmadge Bland has accepted...
Obituary: Frankie Dale Cruce
A graveside service for Frankie Dale Cruce of Cullman, Alabama will be 3:00 p.m. Monday, June 6, 2022 at Good Hope Cemetery. Reverend Oney...
Obituary: Elizabeth Irene Lane
Elizabeth Irene Lane, age 42, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at her residence.
Elizabeth was born on August 3, 1979, in...
Obituary: Lewis C. Slaten
Lewis C. Slaten, 81, of Addison, passed away June 2, 2022 at Hendrix Health and Rehabilitation.
He was born on February 26, 1941.
A visitation will...
Obituary: Joyce Patricia Price Cleghorn
Joyce Patricia Price Cleghorn, 67, of Arley, passed away June 2, 2022 at her residence.
She was born June 27, 1954 in Hartselle to Ray...
Pet of the Week: Share some love with Thena!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Thena!
According to Ruttkay, Thena is...
Guest Editorial: Learning to recognize heart-related issues post Covid
Since the early part of 2020, Covid-19 has been a major element in our daily lives. It’s rare to speak to a neighbor, coworker,...
Lots of family fun planned in Hanceville this month
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville is hopping this summer. After last weekend’s successful Grilled Cheese Festival, the city will be hosting a Bull Bash Weekend...
Time-honored tradition Decoration Day observed across Cullman County
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Decoration Day, an annual observance still common throughout Cullman and North Alabama, has a history steeped in tradition, honor and...
Agriplex ‘Sown in the Soil’ Summer Camp programs taking place in June and July
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex “Sown in the Soil” Summer Camp programs are beginning in June for kids to experience growing and...
Obituary: Charles Wesley Jones
Charles Wesley Jones, 78, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on June 1, 2022. He was born September 21, 1943, in Marshall County, Alabama,...
Obituary: Darrell Roy Gilley
Darrell Roy Gilley, 74, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2022. Darrell was born July 17, 1947, to William Roy...
Obituary: Kenneth Wayne Purser
Memorial service for Kenneth Wayne Purser, 62, of Cullman will be Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Barviedeene ‘Bobbie’ Patterson
Funeral service for Barviedeene ‘Bobbie’ Patterson, 90, of Hanceville will be at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, June 5, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Phyllis Irene Peinhardt
Our sister passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022 in an accidental death in Gainesville, Florida. She was
born into a U.S. Navy family and...
Governor Ivey shares Alabama earns ‘Silver Shovel’ Award for economic development
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday that Area Development, a national business publication, has selected Alabama for a Silver Shovel Award, recognizing the...
