COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Bulldogs advance with 61-45 win over Holly Pond
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – One more varsity battle was on tap at the Cullman County Tournament Tuesday night, and it was another intense clash between the Broncos and Bulldogs. Hanceville and Holly Pond met with a spot in the semifinals on the line and after...
Obituary: Charles F. Hensley
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Charles F. Hensley, 85, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Hensley passed away January 24, 2022 at his residence. He was born August 16, 1936 to Otis and Pearl Lowe Hensley. He...
Obituary: Pamela Jean Reynolds
Pamela Jean Reynolds, age 71, of Vinemont, AL, died Sunday, January 23, 2022.Pam was preceded in death by her husband: Danny Reynolds; her parents: Charles and Ruth Roof Darnell and a sister: Sue Darnell Williams.She is survived by daughter: Tracie Michelle Reynolds; son: Daniel...
Obituary: Mack Collman Duke
Mack Collman Duke, 88, of Addison, entered into rest peacefully on Monday, January 24, 2022 at his home, as he wished to be, surrounded by his loving family.
Mack was born on March 25, 1933 in Addison, Alabama. He was a longtime member of Addison...
Obituary: Frederick Mathis
Memorial service for Frederick Mathis, age 78, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at Simcoe Baptist Church.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Mr. Mathis passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at his residence. He was...
Obituary: Wendy Michelle Crigger
Funeral service for Wendy Michelle Crigger, age 54, of Warrior, will be Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Interment will be in Union Grove Cemetery in Holly Pond. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. prior...
Obituary: Ethel Dean ‘Deannie’ Geiger
Ethel Dean ‘Deannie’ Geiger, 89, of Cullman, Alabama, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 23, 2022. She was born March 23, 1932, in Johns, Mississippi. She was the daughter of Ethel E. and Eula Belle Collier Mosley.She was...
Obituary: James Ottis Boatright
Funeral services for James Ottis Boatright will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, January 29 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Welti Cumberland Cemetery. Visitation for the public will be prior to the service beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home.
Mr. Boatright...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Fairview pulls away to top Hanceville 46-28 & advance to semifinals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The second varsity girls clash of the Cullman County Tournament tipped Tuesday night and saw the Fairview Lady Aggies take on the Lady Bulldogs of Hanceville. Fairview led by just 13-9 at the end of the opening quarter but pulled away...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Warriors hold off Fairview 55-44, advance to JV Boys finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Several local teams were back at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Tuesday night to resume this year’s Cullman County Tournament and we tipped things off with a JV Boys semifinal matchup between West Point and Fairview. The Warriors took a comfortable...
Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaims week of Jan. 23-29 ‘Lutheran Schools Appreciation Week’
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed Monday, January 24, 2022, “St. Paul’s Lutheran School Appreciation Day” in the City of Cullman and the week of January 23-29, 2022, as “Lutheran Schools Appreciation Week.” On hand to accept the proclamation were...
Arrests and incidents reported January 25, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 25, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
January 21
domestic violence; CR 35unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession...
Taylor Simmons wins Top 5 Self-Expression award in Distinguished Young Women of Alabama competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - Distinguished Young Women of Cullman County is part of a national scholarship program that promotes and rewards scholarship, leadership and talent in young women. The high school seniors in the program learn life skills like interviewing, social media responsibility and public speaking.
Since Taylor...
First Source for Women Executive Director Catherine Bethell announces retirement after seven years of service to the community
CULLMAN, Ala. – It was recently announced that Executive Director of First Source for Women Catherine Bethell has resigned after seven years of service.
The President of the Board Julia Rushing spoke about the admirable service Catherine provided, saying, “Catherine has actually been involved with...
City of Cullman joins opioid settlement, updates speed limits
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening voted to seek its part of the 25-million-dollar settlement of a state lawsuit against opioid manufacturer Endo Pharmaceuticals. Of the money awarded, 60% will go to the state, and 40% – $10 million –...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Good Hope takes 66-63 thriller over West Point to advance to semifinals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The first of this year’s varsity boys county tournament matchups tipped off at Tom Drake Coliseum Monday night and it was another classic battle between the Good Hope Raiders and West Point Warriors. The Raiders led by 15 at one point...
Obituary: Horace Lee Stapp
Graveside service for Horace Lee Stapp, 85, of Decatur will be at 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at Flint Creek Baptist Cemetery, Minister Alton Bailey officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Stapp family.
Mr. Stapp passed away Saturday, January 22, 2022 at...
Obituary: Maud Nelyne Medlock-Parker
A graveside service for Maud Nelyne Medlock-Parker of Falkville, Alabama will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 28 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Jason Murphree will be officiating. Hanceville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Parker was born on September 15, 1918 to...
Obituary: Brenda Nicole “Nickie” Robinson
Brenda Nicole “Nickie” Robinson, age 45, of Haleyville, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham.
She was born April 17, 1976 to Michael Evans and Brenda Horton Evans.
The family will hold a memorial service at a later date.
Nickie is survived by...
Obituary: Cloyce Talmadge Drake
Cloyce Talmadge Drake, age 98, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022. Cloyce was born December 10, 1923 in Vinemont, AL to Iowa Holmes Drake and Johnnie Drake.
Cloyce is survived by his daughter: Renaa (Jerold) Hopper; his sister: Imogene Lawrence; his...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Lady Warriors pull away to top Vinemont 52-28 & advance to semifinals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors and Vinemont Lady Eagles tipped off varsity girls’ competition at this year’s Cullman County Basketball Tournament Monday night and after a tight first half, the Lady Warriors outscored Vinemont 21-7 in the third quarter to pull...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Good Hope races past Vinemont 53-20 to advance to JV Boys finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Cullman County Tournament action resumed at Tom Drake Coliseum Monday night with a battle in the JV Boys Bracket. The top-seeded Good Hope Raiders took on the fourth-seeded Vinemont Eagles and the Raiders punched their ticket to the finals with an...
Arrests and incidents reported January 24, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 24, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents to report.
Arrests
January 20 – 23
Abbott, Christopher M.; 42
possession of methamphetamine
Bauer, Shelly L.; 41
possession...
Cullman City, County Schools returning to normal operations Monday
CULLMAN, Ala. - After reaching out to both the Cullman City and Cullman County School Systems, it has been confirmed that both will be returning to a normal schedule beginning Monday, Jan. 25.
According to Cullman City Schools’ Trent Moore, “Back to normal in person tomorrow for city.”
Cullman County...
Obituary: Carter Earl Brand
Hanceville Funeral Home announces the passing of Carter Brand of Blount County on January 20, 2022. A memorial service will be announced at a later time by his family.
Carter is survived by his wife: Linda and sons: Allen and Scotty Brand. He was preceded...
Obituary: Willard Lanier Godsey
Willard Lanier Godsey entered into rest on January 20, 2022 at home in the presence of his loving family at the age of 91. Lanier, also known as Papa to his loved ones, was not a stranger to hard work. He spent his adult life...
Avian Influenza makes a return to the Southeast
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed in wild ducks in North Carolina and South Carolina. While professionals have not detected the bird disease in Alabama, migratory birds can bring the threat here in natural flyways.
Ken Macklin, a poultry...
Get to know Alabama Extension: Fish and Water
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - The Alabama Cooperative Extension System has the privilege of assisting Alabamians through a range of topics from agriculture to home life. The eight topics highlighted on the Extension website provide readily available, research-based information to farmers, families, businesspeople and gardeners...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1950 and 1900
From the files of 1950:
Mrs. Fred Kelley and Charles, Junior are here to visit her mother, Mrs. C.W. Sandlin, who is seriously ill.
Cullman upset Saint Bernard in first round action of the county basketball tournament, 41 to 40. There was a minute left to...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison tops Meek 53-41 to capture back to back county titles, Lady Bulldogs fall to Winston County 59-43
ARLEY, Ala. -- Meek High School hosted the Winston County Championship games Saturday night and Addison High was lucky enough to be in both the Men's and Women's finals. The Lady Dawgs were up first and came up a little short against the much...
Obituary: Terry Joe Davis
Terry Joe Davis, age 78, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022. Terry was born September 15, 1943 in Cullman, Alabama to Elmer Lee "Jack" and Sara Elizabeth Folds Davis.
Mr. Davis was an electrician and worked for and retired from Chrysler...
Obituary: Donald “Don” Raymond Dossey
Donald "Don" Raymond Dossey, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022. Donald was born December 11, 1944 in Moulton, Alabama to William Clifton and Bessie Alene Teague Dossey.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sister: Beverly Johnson and...
Obituary: Steven Fred Cagle
Funeral services for Steven Fred Cagle, 75, of Hanceville will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at the Hanceville Funeral Home chapel. Reverend Jeremy Rollo and Steve Woods will officiate. Burial will follow at Shelton Grove Cemetery. Steve’s family will receive...
Obituary: Laverne Gladys Hulsey
Laverne Gladys Hulsey, age 89, of Haleyville, passed away Friday, January 21, 2022, at Lakeland Community Hospital.
She was born on June 5, 1932 in Alabama. Laverne was a dedicated member of the Revival Center Church of God.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday,...
Obituary: Stanley Joe Pesnel
Memorial service for Stanley Joe Pesnell will be Sunday, January 23, 2022 at 6:00 p.m., at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Bro. Don Froelich officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Mr. Pesnell passed away Friday, January 21,...
Obituary: Terri Lynn Weekley
Funeral service for Terri Lynn Weekley, age 75, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 24, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Brian Burdette officiating, and interment in Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m....
Obituary: Randel Jerome Seagroves
Funeral service for Randel Jerome Seagroves, age 64, of Falkville, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 23, 2022, at Bethel United Methodist Church with Nicky James officiating, and interment in Bethel United Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00...
Obituary: Leonora Jarrett Pendley
Memorial service for Leonora Jarrett Pendley, age 58, of Hanceville, will be at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. prior to the service.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge...
Obituary: Margie Nell Laney
Funeral service for Margie Nell Laney, 80, of Hanceville will be at 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 24, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Mt. Vernon West Congregational Methodist Church, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home from...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: 4 JV matchups tip things off on day 1
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Basketball Tournament is upon us, and the action tipped off with four junior varsity battles at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Saturday afternoon. The Holly Pond Lady Broncos got things started with a 39-24 win over Vinemont...
Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries announces special Youth, Veteran and Active Military Personnel Waterfowl Hunting Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) has designated Saturday, February 5, 2022, as the second of the 2021-2022 hunting season’s Special Youth, Veteran and Active Military Personnel Waterfowl Hunting Days. The first of the two special waterfowl hunting...
Two meth-related arrests made in Cullman and Hanceville Wednesday
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived at a residence in the Phelan Community to serve a felony warrant on Wednesday, January 19.
Tyler Lamont Speakman, 27, of Hanceville was located at the residence and was arrested on multiple warrants.
While there, deputies...
‘Backstage Photography’ exhibit held at Brooke Desnoes Ballet Academy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Brooke and Vincent Desnoes held a “Backstage” photography exhibit Thursday evening at Brooke Desnoes Ballet Academy. The purpose of the event was to showcase the reality of the backstage world of ballet. Brooke Desnoes has been a ballet instructor for three...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders rally to top Cold Springs 51-46, Lady Raiders pull away from Lady Eagles 66-24
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Friday night was homecoming at Good Hope High School and both the Raiders and Lady Raiders were in action on the court at D.E. Ryan Gymnasium taking on Cold Springs. The Lady Raiders got the night started with a 66-24...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison tops Meek 64-23 to advance to county championship game
ARLEY, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Bulldogs took on the hosting Meek Lady Tigers in the first round of the Winston County Basketball Tournament Friday night and came away with a 64-23 victory. It was the third win of the season over the Lady Tigers...
Obituary: Marvin Lee Johnson
Marvin Lee Johnson, age 80, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022. Marvin was born May 1, 1941 in Helicon, Alabama to Carl and Lorene Denson Johnson.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He was a veteran of The United States...
Obituary: Peggy Sue Wilborn
Memorial service for Peggy Sue Wilborn, 88, of Cullman will be at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, January 30, 2022 at Temple Baptist Church.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Wilborn family.
Mrs. Wilborn passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022 at CRMC. She was born July...
Obituary: Paul Allen Graves
Funeral service for Paul Allen Graves, 84, of Cullman, will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. prior to the service at Cullman Funeral Home. The interment will follow...
Obituary: Fred Simoneaux
Fred Simoneaux, 85, of Jacksonville, NC, passed away at his home on Monday, January 17,2022. A native of Greenwood, MI, he was the husband of Aimee (Peterson) Simoneaux for 39 years, and the son of the late Wilbur and Isabelle (Chaisson) Simoneaux.
He spent most...
CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH released Jan. 19
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Jan. 19, 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
· 52 COVID positive patients, three of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be...
Arrests and incidents reported January 21, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 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
January 19
fourth-degree theft of property; third-degree criminal trespass; Wal-Mart;...
Cullman City Schools recognize January as School Board Appreciation Month at Tuesday board meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools held its board meeting Tuesday evening celebrating January as School Board Appreciation Month.
Board members recognized included:
President - Amy CarterVice President - Jason NealChris BranhamCheryl HarrisonJoey Orr
Teachers of the Year Awards were given to Carrie Byrd – Cullman City...
Local agencies receive almost $47 million from Gov. Ivey to assist low-income families with utility costs
MONTGOMERY, Ala.— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling nearly $47 million to help low-income households with utility costs during the cold winter and hot summer months.
The grants will enable 18 community service agencies to provide emergency funding to help low-income families heat and cool...
Alabama’s unemployment rate remains steady at 3.1%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted December unemployment rate is 3.1%, unchanged from November’s rate, and below December 2020’s rate of 4.7%. December’s rate represents 69,854 unemployed persons, compared to 68,710 in November...
Multiple people arrested at Good Hope residence for various drug-related charges
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputies traveled to a Good Hope residence on Sunday, January 16, to follow up on complaints of drug activity.
While on the scene, deputies were able to obtain a search warrant for the residence. Multiple individuals were present,...
Terri Pines Country Club hosting ‘Flourishing the Night Together’ fundraising event in February
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Flourish of Cullman Inc. will be holding a “Flourish the Night Together” 80’s themed event at the Terri Pines Country Club located at 700 Pine Hill Dr in Cullman on Sat., February 5 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m....
PREP BASKETBALL: Holly Pond edges Fairview 52-49, Lady Aggies top Lady Broncos 46-29
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos clashed with the Fairview Aggies at Felton Easterwood Gymnasium Thursday night and the county squads split their varsity matchups. The Lady Aggies pulled away to defeat the Lady Broncos 46-29 and in the boys’ game, Holly...
Obituary: Peter Jerome O’Donnell
Peter Jerome O'Donnell, age 73, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022, at Veterans Hospital Birmingham. He was born February 12, 1948, in, Rhode Island to Charles and Ann O'Donnell.He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters.Survivors include his...
Obituary: Barbara Ann Sclafini Rutherford
Barbara Ann Sclafini Rutherford, Jan. 2, 1937-Jan. 17, 2022, was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and wife to her late husband.She is survived by her son: Kevin (Kelli) Rutherford; grandchildren: Korban, Ava, Kelsie and Haley; great-granddaughters: Audrey and Adele; daughter: Charissa (Garian) Nobinger; five...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison opens County Tournament with 63-37 win over Lynn
ARLEY, Ala. -- Addison opened the Men's side of the Winston County Tournament Bracket at Meek High School Thursday night with a game against the Lynn Bears. Addison had the very difficult task of trying to defeat the Lynn Bears for a third time this...
Obituary: Franklin Ervin “Frank” Aderholt
Franklin Ervin “Frank” Aderholt, age 74, of Cullman, passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at his home.
He was born August 3, 1947 to Ervin and Mable Aderholt.
Private graveside services were held.
Frank is survived by his wife: Sharon Lucas Aderholt; daughter: Sherry (Billy) Seymore; son:...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope handles Hanceville 75-39, Lady Raiders down Lady Bulldogs 60-27
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders and Lady Raiders made the trip over to Hanceville’s Lane Horton Gymnasium Thursday night for a pair of area matchups and both road teams left with big wins. The Lady Raiders pulled away from Hanceville in the...
Gov. Ivey awards $18 million in grants to improve communities
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $18.2 million to provide improvements in more than 50 Alabama towns, cities and counties.
Grants awarded and projects for Cullman County are:
Cullman (Cullman County)- $500,000 for street and drainage improvements in the Warnke Road neighborhoods.
Cullman County –...
Arrests and incidents reported January 20, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 20, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
January 18
unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 91theft of property;...
Hanceville man arrested on multiple charges on Monday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputies stopped a Hanceville man for a traffic violation on Monday, January 17, which ended with multiple arrest charges.
Wesley Nathaniel Garrett, 40, of Hanceville had multiple warrants and was arrested by CCSO deputies.
His charges included: failure to...
Pet of the Week: Enjoy the day with Val!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Val!
According to Ruttkay, Val is a 1-year-old South Carolina Dog mix. She is a low-to-medium energy gal who stays busy practicing walking on a leash...
Local choir Cullman Women Sing make successful return to the stage with performance: ‘Take Me To Heaven’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Women Sing Choir performed its first concert in two years on Tuesday evening at the Seventh Street Baptist Church. The choir is composed of women, 18 years and older, who gather together for, as their Facebook page states, “the...
Obituary: Ella Marie Sims
A celebration of life service for Ella Marie Sims will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 21 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Colony Cemetery. Visitation for the public will be at Hanceville Funeral Home on Thursday, January 20th from 5:00 p.m....
Obituary: Michelle Lynn Patrick
In loving memory of Michelle Lynn Patrick, born to this life on the June 14, 1969, and entered eternal life on January 18, 2022.
We miss you now, our hearts are sore. As time goes by, we miss you more. Your loving smile, your gentle...
Obituary: Timothy Wesley Hallmark
Timothy Wesley Hallmark, better known as Wes to family, Tim to his co-workers and Pop to his grandkids, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 17, 2022 at 5:10 p.m.
Funeral services for Mr. Hallmark will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 21...
Obituary: Alvin Foster
Funeral services for Alvin Foster will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 22 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Colony Cemetery. Visitation will be at Hanceville Funeral Home from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Please practice social distancing...
Arrests and incidents reported January 19, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 19, 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 17
third-degree domestic violence-harassment; person
January 18
Arrests
January 18
Garrett, Wesley N.;...
Good Hope eatery Stash House Distillery offering local investment opportunities
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Patrick “Katdaddy” Watson is giving the Cullman community an exciting opportunity to invest in his business The Stash House, a restaurant, distillery, brewery and music venue located in Good Hope. Watson also owns Kat Daddy’s BBQ in Brushy Pond. The...
‘Find a way to serve’
COLUMBIA FALLS, ME — Each year, millions of Americans come together to REMEMBER the fallen, HONOR those that serve and their families and TEACH the next generation about the value of freedom. This gathering of volunteers and patriots takes place in local and national...
Berlin Town Council seeks federal funding for road projects
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening voted to pursue funding under the American Rescue Act that could pay for the road repairs and improvements done in the last year without drawing from the town’s General Fund. Mayor Patrick Bates told...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs picks up senior night wins over Vinemont
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles hosted the Eagles of Vinemont at Jesse George Gymnasium Tuesday night and on top of celebrating senior night, the hometown Eagles also picked up a pair of wins over their county rivals. The Lady Eagles defeated Vinemont...
Cullman City Schools issues COVID-19 update
Cullman City Schools officials are keeping a close eye on COVID-19 cases in the area. If we determine that classes cannot be covered by substitutes or other school employees and safety becomes an issue, we will consider a pause in face-to-face instruction. We are not...
Obituary: Pamela Gail Hackney
Pamela Gail Hackney, 63, of Blountsville, Alabama, was welcomed into heaven by her loving Father on January 17, 2022. Pam was born June 9, 1958, in Cullman County, Alabama, to Milton and Carlene Bailey Estes.
Pam was a member of Pleasant View Missionary Baptist Church...
Obituary: Constance Leeth-Vinson
A Celebration of Life service for Constance Leeth-Vinson will be 12:00 P.M. Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Fairview Baptist Church in Colony, Alabama. Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. at the church prior to the service.
Constance Lavene Leeth- Vinson was born...
Obituary: Louise Carter White
Louise Carter White, age 90, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022. Louise was born October 25, 1931 in Morgan County, AL.
Louise is survived by her son: Audie (Vicki) White; her daughters: Pam Crumbley, Cindy Graveman, Susan (Michael) Freeman, Becky Henderson...
Obituary: Nancy Carden Maddox
Nancy Carden Maddox, age 71, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022. Nancy was born February 24, 1950 in Cullman, Alabama to Lee and Dorothy Graves McCroy. Funeral services are Friday January 21, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Moss Service Funeral...
Obituary: Brenda Gayle Wix
Brenda Gayle Wix, 75, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. Brenda was born November 22, 1946.
Brenda loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and enjoyed making peanut butter cookies with her great-grandchildren. She enjoyed taking care of people, doing...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Basketball teams notch conference sweep at Enterprise State; play Snead State, Bishop State this week
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s basketball teams swept Enterprise State on the road Monday night. The women opened with a 72-52 victory, and the men followed with a 75-63 triumph.
Wallace State’s men snapped a mini two-game skid, moving to 13-3 overall and 4-3 in...
Arrests and incidents reported January 18, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 18, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
January 13
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1034trespassing; CR 1354unlawful possession of controlled substance; illegal...
Simply Southern television show brings Extension expertise to wider audiences
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—The Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s partnership with Simply Southern TV is expanding. In 2022, viewers can learn ways to transform their landscapes into Alabama Smart Yards.
Partnership Expanding
Becky Barlow, the interim assistant director for Alabama Extension’s agriculture, forestry and natural resources programs, said...
All oyster harvest zones to close January 21, 2022
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Pursuant to Section 9-12-28, Code of Alabama 1975 as stated by Rule 220-3-.02, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) announces that all public water bottoms will close to the harvest of oysters at 2:00...
Rep. Harbison discusses support of constitutional carry bill HB44
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - In the new legislative session for the Alabama House of Representatives, many leaders across the state have been divided over a proposed constitutional carry bill. HB44 was introduced to eliminate the need for permits to carry concealed firearms in Alabama, and...
NASA’s James Webb Telescope completes deployment of mirrors provided by General Dynamics
CULLMAN, Ala. - The James Webb Space Telescope, NASA’s largest and most powerful space science telescope, launched on a historic mission on Christmas Day. The telescope is going to be replacing the Hubble telescope with mirrors ten times larger than its predecessor. Its mission is...
West Point Town Council creates new Park and Rec Plus ball program
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council met Monday evening to discuss the new items needed for the concession stand at the park. The old storage refrigerator went out, so the mayor proposed getting a new chest freezer. Other items needed are...
Obituary: Wilfred “Colvin” Autrey, III
Colvin Autrey, a beloved husband, son, brother, father and grandfather, passed away January 14, 2022, at the age of 59.
He was preceded in death by his father: Wilfred C. Autrey, II; sister: Karen Autrey and brother: Jerry Autrey.
Colvin is survived by his wife: Christine;...
Obituary: John V. Tillman, Jr.
John V. Tillman, Jr. of Cullman, Alabama passed away on January 15, 2022 at the age of 97. Mr. Tillman retired in 1987, after over 30 years of service in education. He was a teacher, vice principal, principal and also worked in the central...
Obituary: William James Welsh
William James Welsh, age 98, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Summerford Nursing Home. He was born August 18, 1923, in Jersey City, New Jersey, to Edward I. and Eleanor Welsh.Mr. Welsh served in the U.S. Army as part of...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope, Lady Bearcats collect wins at MLK Classic
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Several local squads were in the field competing at this year’ MLK Day Classic at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum early Monday and each of them collected impressive victories. The Cullman Lady Bearcats tipped things off with a 48-20 win over...
Pediatric COVID-19 hospitalizations are at record high in Alabama, immediate measures necessary
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Hospitalizations of children in Alabama due to COVID-19 are at a record high, and immediate measures should be taken to reduce COVID-19 in the pediatric population. The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) and the Alabama Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics...
Obituary: Douglas Wayne Dooley
Graveside service for Douglas Wayne Dooley, age 79, of Hanceville, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, at Cullman City Cemetery with Pastor Scott Session officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Ellen Carolyn Lowery
Funeral service for Ellen Carolyn Lowery, age 77, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Hopewell Road Church of God, Hanceville, AL with Pastor Paul Rivers and Bro. Tim Dubberly officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m.- 1:00...
Obituary: Lee Dewayne “Wayne” Peppers
Lee Dewayne “Wayne” Peppers, age 74, of Phil Campbell, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022.
He was born on October 4, 1947 in Russellville, Alabama to Prentis and Beatrice Peppers.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at...
Applications open for senior farmers market vouchers
DECATUR, Ala. - Spring is on the horizon, and local farmers markets are preparing to open in a few months. This also means applications are being accepted for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP).
“Most seniors just refer to the SFMNP as the vegetable voucher...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1930 and 1950
From the files of 1930:
The honor roll of seniors at Cullman High School for the first semester includes: Maria Callahan, Charon Denson, Alfred Glaser, Margaret Hartung, Mary Ellen Hines, Mary Johnson, Vonda Lee Johnston, Edna Martin, Eunice Martin, Frances McPherson, Ruby Philpot, Eldon Simpson,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison dominates county matchups against Lynn
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted their county rivals the Lynn Bears in what could have been trap games for both teams. Both the men's and women's teams were coming off huge wins against the Winston County Yellow Jackets Thursday night and easily handled both Bears teams earlier...
