West Point Council approves one-time pay adjustment for town clerk and Parks director
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council had only a couple of items on their agenda for their Monday night meeting. The council discussed the success of the town community meal that took place Saturday, December 11 at West Point Baptist Church....
Arrests and incidents reported December 21, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 21, 2021. 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
December 19
first-degree theft of property; person; Hwy. 157; tools;...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point sweeps varsity matchups with Vinemont
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point hosted Vinemont in a pair of county games Monday night and both Warriors teams were able to pick up wins over the Eagles. The Lady Warriors rolled past the Lady Eagles 77-53 while the Warriors held off a...
Obituary: Karen Leigh Jochum
Mrs. Jochum was born on February 18, 1964 in Hampton, Virginia to James and Bonnie (Odell) Ray. She died at the age of 57 at her residence in Hanceville, Alabama on December 9, 2021.
Survivors include her children: Nicholas Jochum of Simpson, NC, Meagan Jochum...
Obituary: Ricky D. Lancaster
Ricky D. Lancaster, 65, of Addison, passed away December 19, 2021 at his residence.
He was born July 6, 1956 in Cullman, Alabama.
Ricky is survived by his wife: Shelley Louise Lancaster; daughters: Misty Lancaster, Christy Lancaster, Kayla Hall and her husband Cody and Morgan Burns...
Arrests and incidents reported December 20, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 20, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
December 16
assault; CR 160domestic violence; CR 700domestic violence; CR 831unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession...
The City of Cullman celebrates German roots with Christkindlmarkt Dec. 17-18
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman hosted its first German-themed Christkindlmarkt (Christmas market) on Friday, sponsored by the Town of Cullman. The German theme is an homage to Cullman’s German heritage, much like the Weihnachtspyramide, which has been assembled and displayed next to the Cullman County...
‘It’s given me a lot of joy’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman native Taylor LeShea Allen started her business Crew Collective Co. in October 2021 after the loss of her baby boy Crew, who was born with chromosomal disease Trisomy 18.
Allen began her woodworking business as an outlet for her grief. The...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1920 and 1936:
From the files of 1920:
Apple pickers are busy now in the Mellon Orchards near Anniston. Three thousand trees on 35 acres are expected to produce 24 bushels on average to each tree.
Mr. Thomas J. Culpepper died at his home, three miles west of Cullman,...
Obituary: Lucille Shamblee
Funeral services for Lucille Shamblee, 85, of Cullman, will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at the Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Zion Grove Cemetery. Pastor Mary Sue officiating. Visitation will be Monday, December 20, 2021 beginning at 5:00...
Obituary: Charles Lynn Hulsey
Charles Lynn Hulsey, age 76, of Tuscaloosa passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at Northport Medical Center.
Services will be held Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church in Tuscaloosa, AL with Tony Smithson officiating, with Heritage Chapel Funeral Home &...
Obituary: William Bryce Ratliff (Updated)
William Bryce Ratliff, age 80, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, December 17, 2021. Bryce was born September 14, 1941 in Blountsville, Alabama.Bryce is survived by his daughter: Adrienne Ratliff (John) Hardie; his son: Phillip Warren (Abby) Ratliff; his grandchildren: John T. Hardie,...
Obituary: James Albert Owens
Funeral service for James Albert Owens, age 74, of Cullman, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 20, 2021 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Larry Duke and Phillip Robinson officiating, with burial at Bethsadia Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m....
MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Fairview Aggies, Lady Aggies win county tournament titles
VINEMONT, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Middle School Basketball Tournament concluded with a pair of championship games at Vinemont High School Saturday afternoon and Fairview went home with a pair of county titles. The Lady Aggies downed Cold Springs 36-32 to win their...
Over 800 seniors pack out Stonebridge Farms for annual Christmas party
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Senior Center held its Christmas party at Stonebridge Farms Friday for the first time in two years. The performing band was “Behind the Times.” The room was packed with over 800 seniors and community officials. The Stonebridge staff...
Devil Dawgs and Daystar Church bring 500 meals to Mayfield, Kentucky
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Devil Dawgs Concessions Inc. partnered with Daystar Church of Good Hope to bring 500 meals to tornado victims in Mayfield, Kentucky. Devil Dawgs is a veteran owned, self-contained mobile food service which serves high quality concession food like hot dogs,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Aggies, Lady Aggies earn county wins at Cold Springs
BREMEN, Ala. – The Aggies and Lady Aggies of Fairview made the trip to Bremen for a pair of varsity matchups with Cold Springs Friday night and the purple and gold returned home with a pair of wins. The Lady Aggies rallied to win...
Obituary: Lois Mae Smith Overton
Lois Mae Smith Overton of Double Springs, formerly of Jasper, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at the age of 91. She passed away at Hendrix Health Care in Double Springs, Alabama.
Lois was born on March 3, 1930 in...
Obituary: Eugene Howell
Funeral service for Eugene Howell, age 87, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 20, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with interment in Cullman Heritage Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. prior to the service.Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Donna Irene Unterseher
A memorial service for Donna Irene Unterseher, 63, of Holly Pond will be 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Cullman, Alabama. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. prior to the service. Pastor Bussman...
Obituary: Sarah Madgie “Madge” Kretzschmar
Funeral services for Sarah Madgie “Madge” Kretzschmar of Hanceville, Alabama were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 17, 2021 in the Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Garden City Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at 12:00 p.m.
Mrs. Kretzschmar is...
Arrests and incidents reported December 17, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 17, 2021. 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
December 15
third-degree theft of property; person; debit cardidentity theft;...
Dental Arts wins Cullman Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Chamber of Commerce presented this month’s Small Business of the Month Award to Dental Arts.
Dental Arts has sponsored events held by the Chamber and they provide services to customers who may not be given treatment in a larger city....
West Elementary students help spread love of reading with donation to the Imagination Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary’s sixth graders on Thursday presented a donation to the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County. Vice President of the Friends, Oakleigh Calahan, accepted the check on behalf of the organization.
In the spirit of giving, the students raised...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Men’s basketball maintains 10-1 record heading into break, Lady Lions have 3 December games remaining
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s men’s basketball team has wrapped up its December portion of the schedule and is off until Jan. 4, while the Lady Lions have three more games remaining before the new year.
Wallace State’s men maintain a 10-1 record this season with a...
Obituary: Donnie Ray Moore
Funeral services Donnie Ray Moore of Hanceville, Alabama will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 19, 2021 in the Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Laodicea Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Hanceville Funeral Home prior to the service, beginning at...
Obituary: Linda (Nanny) Elrod
Linda (Nanny) Elrod, age 70, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021. Linda was born November 22, 1951 in Cullman Alabama to James and Dorothy Burns Taylor.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband: Obie Elrod; sisters: Janie Powers and...
Obituary: Rev. Gregory William Story
Rev. Gregory William Story, age 63, of Cullman, died Tuesday, December 14, 2021.
Rev. Story was the district superintendent of the North Alabama District of the Church of the Nazarene. Previously, he had pastored for the Church of the Nazarene in East Gadsden, AL., Cullman,...
Obituary: Norma Jean Shaw
Norma Jean Shaw, 65, of Arley, passed away December 15, 2021 at her residence.
She was born April 24, 1956 in Macon, Georgia. Norma loved gardening and gifting plants to friends and family.
Norma is survived by her husband: Robert Shaw; sisters: Cindy Burdeshaw Loyd, Paula...
Obituary: Thomas Eugene Davenport
Thomas Eugene Davenport, age 64, of Muscle Shoals, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at North Alabama Medical Center. He was born November 17, 1957 to William and Chelsa E. Davenport.He was preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his daughter: Audra (Craig)...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Warriors best Lawrence County 66-47 in area opener
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors returned home to Jim Boyd Gymnasium Thursday night to open area play against Lawrence County and collected their first area win of the season. West Point led the Lady Red Devils by just 12 at...
New principal named at Holly Pond High School
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Thursday approved the hiring of Dr. Janet Turner to be the new principal of Holly Pond High School. Dr. Turner has worked in education for 24 years and specializes in data, school reform...
Cullman Electric Co-op HUG program assists neighbors in need
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative’s Home Utility Gift (HUG) allows participants to help other’s by paying their Cullman EC bill. The HUG program was started in the 2007 holiday season, but HUG payments became popular year-round as a method to assist others who...
Vinemont writer Hallie Christensen now a published author
VINEMONT, Ala. – A Vinemont native’s middle-grade novel was recently published through Sweetwater Books. Her book, “Enchanted Misadventures with Great-Aunt Poppy,” released Oct. 12, is available for purchase now on Amazon.
Hallie Christensen grew up in Cullman County surrounded by professional storytellers--her family.
She received her...
Gov. Ivey awards more than $9.5 million to assist victims of crime in Alabama; more than $313,166 to Cullman
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded 25 grants totaling more than $9.5 million to help victims of crime across Alabama.
The organizations receiving funding offer a variety of services that support victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse and other...
Vinemont Town Council approved block grant for Community Development
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held a public hearing Tuesday evening to discuss the application for a Community Development block grant. The grant is for the construction of an unnamed business which will be located on the high school road and generate...
Sheriff’s Rodeo features sold out crowds
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2021 Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo was an overwhelming success.
The rodeo had sold out crowds on both Friday and Saturday nights, according to Sheriff Matt Gentry.
“The venue was at full capacity each night with ‘standing room only,’”...
Joseph Hayden, of Cullman, receives honorary precision machining degree from Wallace State Community College
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Joseph Hayden, of Cullman, recently received an honorary associate degree in precision machining from Wallace State Community College.
Hayden, who will turn 92 on Christmas Eve, was among the foremost machinists in the world, contributing significantly to the aerospace industry over multiple...
Obituary: Donna Irene Unterseher
Memorial service for Donna Irene Unterseher, 63, of Holly Pond is incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Ms. Unterseher passed away December 15, 2021 at her residence. She was born November 13, 1958 to Norbert Clarence and Sarah...
Obituary: Lawden Henry Yates, Jr.
Lawden Henry Yates, Jr., was born March 2, 1947 in Gadsden, Alabama. He passed away unexpectedly at the age of 74 on December 13, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 17 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial...
Multiple arrests following traffic stop in Jones Chapel
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation in the Jones Chapel community on December 12.
John Coy Denney, 52, of Holly Pond, and Carrie Bridget Pelham Pate, 36, of Cullman, were passengers in the vehicle.
Deputies located illegal...
United Way looking for community assistance in annual fund distribution process
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County would like to invite members of the community to participate in the upcoming fund distribution process. This annual review of funding requests is open to Cullman County residents who want to help with the evaluation process.
“United...
Arrests and incidents reported December 15, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 15, 2021. 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
December 13
third-degree burglary; person; 2nd Ave. NW; miscellaneous; $1,350theft...
Warrior Way Market braves the rain at West Point High School Gymnasium Saturday
WEST POINT, Ala. - The Warrior Way Market made its way to the West Point High School Gymnasium Saturday, Dec. 11. Organized by the mother/daughter team of Whitney Williams and Brandie Thrasher.
Williams explained, “So all of our vendors were charged a fee and that...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 6 Hanceville downs Oneonta 64-62 in OT, Lady Bulldogs fall 55-38
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs returned home to Lane Horton Gymnasium Tuesday night for a pair of big area matchups against Oneonta and four quarters weren’t enough to settle things between the Bulldogs and the Redskins. Hanceville and Oneonta went to overtime in...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 9 Cullman handles Carver Birmingham 65-42 to remain unbeaten
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ninth-ranked Cullman Bearcats returned home to host Carver Birmingham at Cullman High School Tuesday night and the ‘Cats built a 19-point lead at halftime before eventually pulling away to top the Rams 65-42 and improve to 8-0.
Tucker Cagle scored the...
Obituary: Delma Earl Sandlin
Funeral service for Delma Earl Sandlin, 86, of Cullman will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, December 17, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman Memory Gardens, and Bro. Russell Whisenant officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00...
Obituary: Duard Dervin Fortner
Funeral service for Duard Dervin Fortner, age 81, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 18, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with interment in Mt. Zion Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 17,...
Obituary: Betty Jean Hyatt
Betty Jean Hyatt, age 85, of Baileyton, Alabama passed away on Monday, December 13, 2021. Betty was born March 24, 1936 in Alexander City, Alabama to Grady and Pearlie Mae Greenwood Brooks.
She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter: Dianne Lemons; son-in-law: David...
Arrests and incidents reported December 14, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 14, 2021. 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
December 13
unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; third-degree criminal mischief;...
Wallace State signs articulation agreement with Athens State for Advanced Manufacturing Management, Logistics & Supply Chain Management degrees
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A new partnership between Athens State University and Wallace State Community College will make it easier for individuals to pursue high-demand, high-paying jobs in Advanced Manufacturing Management and Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
“We are very proud of and have valued our...
Cold Springs High School student arrested for terrorist threat
BREMEN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Cold Springs High School student on Friday for making a terrorist threat.
Carmel Anthony Messina, 18, of Bremen, was arrested at Cold Springs High School.
The arrest stemmed from a threat made by Messina on Thursday, December...
RECLASSIFICATION: AHSAA releases new fall classifications; Addison, Holly Pond on the move
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) released its reclassification numbers for the 2022-23 and 2023-24 school years Tuesday morning and there are a pair of local schools making a move. Holly Pond High School and Addison High School are each...
Kids Loving Kids serves over 1000 families in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kids Loving Kids held three giveaways over the weekend at Meek Baptist Church in Arley, Spirit Life Church in Cullman and Worship Life Church in Jasper. The organization received donations from several new donors this year. The group received a grant...
Cullman Elks Lodge collecting donations for Kentucky disaster relief
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Elks Lodge is currently accepting donations of items, as well as monetary donations for their disaster relief fund directed towards the tornado victims in Kentucky. R.E. Garrison Trucking has already donated an 18-wheeler and driver to transport the donated...
Cullman announces designer for skateboard park, plans for water park continue to grow
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening announced plans for a skateboard park to be built adjacent to Depot Park downtown. California-based Spohn Ranch Inc. was named as the designer for the park.
On its website, Spohn Ranch boasts “three decades of...
Good Hope City Council recognizes local teams, awards road contract
Good Hope’s City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and tackled a new list of agenda items after approving the minutes and finances of last month’s meeting. One of the first things Mayor Jerry Bartlett and the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope collects big road wins at Holly Pond
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Good Hope hit the road to take on Holly Pond in some Monday night hoops action and both the Raiders and Lady Raiders returned home with impressive wins. The Lady Raiders put on a defensive show to handle the Lady...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison splits varsity matchups against Danville
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the 3A Danville Hawks for a pair of varsity games at Allen Stephenson Gym on Monday night and came away with a split decision. The Lady Dawgs overwhelmed the young Lady Hawks 66-38 to improve to 7-3 but the men lost a...
Terri Pines Golf Course to transfer ownership to City of Cullman (Updated)
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, Dec. 13, the McGriff Family of Cullman agreed to transfer ownership of Terri Pines Golf Course and all its facilities to the City of Cullman.
Founded and developed by Bert McGriff over 40 years ago, Terri Pines Golf Course was...
Obituary: Shirley Ann Quick
Funeral service for Shirley Ann Quick, 85, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 18, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Good Hope Cemetery, and Bro. Frankie Gossett officiating. Visitation will be Friday evening at the funeral home from...
Obituary: Velna Head
Funeral service for Velna Head, 95, of Cullman will be at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, December 16, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Fairview Methodist Cemetery, and Rev. Malcolm Carter, II and Rev. Doyle Berry will officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00...
Obituary: Meagan Lovvorn Budweg
Funeral service for Meagan Lovvorn Budweg, 35, of Cullman will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The interment will be at Fellowship Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the...
Obituary: Stacey Leighann Hansen
Funeral service for Stacey Leighann Hansen, 38, of Cullman will be 5:00 p.m., Thursday, December 16, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. prior to the service. Pastor Gary McRae will officiate the...
Obituary: Nancy Marie Graham
Nancy Marie Graham, 69, of Pelham, Alabama passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2021. Nancy was born November 4, 1952 in Cullman, AL.
A visitation for Nancy will be held Friday, December 17, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home...
Obituary: Jimmie Wayne Jones
Jimmie Wayne Jones, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2021. Jimmie was born August 12, 1936 in Cullman, Alabama.
Jimmie is survived by his son: Chris (Tami) Jones; his daughter: Dita (Bobby) Hill and his grandchildren: Lauren (Matt) Wagner, Sarah...
Obituary: Monette Willene Flippo
Monette Willene Flippo, age 89, of Hackleburg, formerly of West Blocton, passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Monette was born on January 28, 1932 to Clifford and Tera Frederick.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00...
Obituary: Ayden Lavon Holmes
Graveside service for Ayden Lavon Holmes, age 13, of Falkville, will be at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with burial at New Hope North Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday...
‘Cullman is our home:’ Nathan Anderson returning as CPRST director
CULLMAN, Ala. – A familiar face is returning to the Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism offices. Nathan Anderson is stepping into his former role as CPRST Executive Director, and he and his family are happy to be coming home. Anderson stepped down from...
Arrests and incidents reported December 13, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 13, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
December 9
harassment; CR 613assault; CR 715unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
The Child Advocacy Center of Cullman Inc. receives $234,477 from ADECA grant
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $4.8 million to help provide services to child victims of abuse, neglect and sexual assault, as well as provide training and resources to local law enforcement and nonprofit agencies.
The grants will help many nonprofit...
Cullman Ballet Theatre School performs holiday classic ‘The Nutcracker’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Ballet Theatre School presented its first full production of “The Nutcracker,” where all performances quickly sold out. There were two different casts that gave performances. Cast A performed on Dec. 3 and 11, while Cast B performed on Dec....
Obituary: Robin Kay Quick
Funeral service for Robin Kay Quick, 52, of Hanceville will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Fairview West Baptist Cemetery, with Rev. Randy Mahaffey officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday evening at the funeral home...
Obituary: Daniel D. Clopton
Celebration of life service for Daniel D. Clopton of Hanceville will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 14 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. A graveside service with military details will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo. Visitation for...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1950:
Lionel Bennefield, of Joppa, had been improving in a Birmingham hospital. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Desser Bennefield could not be reached on Friday night, when his condition worsened. The undertaker delivered his body to the Joppa home and it was the first news...
Obituary: Carolyn Sue Carden
Carolyn Sue Carden, age 67, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021. Carolyn was born January 28, 1954 in Blountsville, Alabama to E.C. and Annie Lexie Haynes Watson.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Ricky Carden; sister: Ann Marie Cook;...
Obituary: Mavery Evelyn Edgeworth
Mavery Evelyn Edgeworth, age 91, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021. Mavery was born July 8, 1930 in Cullman Alabama to Dewey and Cary Calvert Graves.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday December 14, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at...
Obituary: Alfie Mae Smith
Alfie Mae Smith, 84, of Double Springs entered into rest on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Alfie was born on February 16, 1937 in Double Springs, Alabama. Alfie loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved...
Obituary: Mabel Jemmelee Binegar
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Mabel Jemmelee Binegar, 69, of Hanceville.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Binegar family.
Mrs. Binegar passed away Friday, December 10, 2021 at her residence. She was born July 31, 1952 to James and Martha...
Obituary: Kenneth Dan Martin
Funeral service for Kenneth Dan Martin, age 79, of Vinemont, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, December 13, 2021 at Pleasant Hill Freewill Baptist Church. Mr. Martin will lie in state from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. prior to the service, Alexander Martin...
Obituary: Sabine Parmley
Sabine Parmley, age 54, of Gardendale, Alabama passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021. Sabine was born June 26, 1967 in Amberg, Germany.
Sabine was born and raised in Germany and came to the United States 30 years ago. She and Mark were so proud...
Obituary: Joshua Drake
Funeral service for Joshua Drake, 39, of Falkville will be at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Flint Creek Cemetery, and Rev. Steve Rodgers and Rev. Tim Box officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday at the funeral...
Eagle Awareness Weekends in Guntersville planned for January and February
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. – Lake Guntersville State Park will host its popular Eagle Awareness Weekends starting in January 2022, through February 2022.
The events will feature live bird demonstrations, programs delivered by notable speakers and guided field trips to view eagles in their natural habitat.
The Eagle...
Dreher’s plays host to Chamber event ‘Burgers and Brews’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Chamber of Commerce held its Burgers and Brews event at local Dreher’s Cocktail Bar & Restaurant Monday evening. While the $30 tickets were exclusive to Chamber members, this event was built around the idea of bringing people together for...
Obituary: Gail Rains Thompson
Memorial service for Gail Rains Thompson, age 85, of Vinemont will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at Faith Baptist Church with Bobby Stancil officiating.Mrs. Thompson went home to Jesus on Tuesday morning, December 7, 2021. She was born February 15,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Warriors edge Fairview 45-44 in 2OT, Aggies pull away to down West Point 55-42
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors traveled to Fairview for a pair of varsity matchups Friday night and both games were heated battles between the county rivals. It took a pair of overtimes, but the Lady Warriors topped the Lady...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont rallies to top East Lawrence 54-50 in OT, Eagles collect 1st win of season 56-42
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles and Lady Eagles hosted East Lawrence for a pair of area matchups Friday night and the Lady Eagles took the first contest in dramatic fashion. After falling behind early and trailing for all of regulation, Vinemont was able...
Obituary: Gail Rains Thompson
Memorial service for Gail Rains Thompson, age 85, of Vinemont will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at Faith Baptist Church with Bobby Stancil officiating.Mrs. Thompson went home to Jesus on Tuesday morning, December 7, 2021. She was born February 15,...
Obituary: Willie Eugene Riley
Willie Eugene Riley, 55, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed away on December 10, 2021. He was born November 29, 1966, to Clarence Willie and Eva Mae Riley.
Eugene was a roofer by trade. He enjoyed fishing and he loved to spend time with his friends.
Mr. Riley...
Obituary: Ray Douglas Parrott
Ray Douglas Parrott passed away on December 10, 2021. He was born January 3, 1936 to Robert and Delma Parrott.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Parrott family.
He is survived by his wife: Deane Parrott, of Cullman, AL, son: Michael Parrott (Cindy) of West...
Arrests and incidents reported December 10, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 10, 2021. 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
December 9
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; toy;...
Obituary: Dorothy Faye Arndt
Dorothy Faye Arndt, age 89, of Falkville, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2021. Dorothy was born August 13, 1932 in Cullman, Alabama to Cleveland and Evie Gowen Blair.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband: Joseph W. Arndt and son: Mark...
Obituary: David Paul Duval
David Paul Duval, 77, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Hendrix Health and Rehab in Double Springs, Alabama.
David was born on October 31, 1944 in Boston, Massachusetts.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2021 from 1:00 p.m....
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office thanks this weekend’s Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo sponsors at Sponsorship Dinner Tuesday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2021 Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Rodeo Sponsorship Dinner took place Tuesday night at Brick Haven Venue. This dinner honors the sponsors of the Sheriff’s Office Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo. Deputy Chad Whaley welcomed the sponsors, saying, “I’m so proud to...
Arrests and incidents reported December 9, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 9, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
December 6
unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 222domestic violence; Hwy. 69...
PREP BASKETBALL: 5 local squads ranked in 1st ASWA poll
CULLMAN, Ala. – This season’s first Alabama Sports Writers Association poll is out, and five local teams earned a spot in the rankings. On the girls’ side, the Good Hope Lady Raiders (7-2) are ranked second in Class 4A, The Fairview Lady Aggies (9-0)...
Seven Wallace State Community College students named recipients of Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association (AAMA) scholarship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College has seven students who have earned the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Associations (AAMA) scholarship through a partnership with the Alabama Community College System (ACCS).
The scholarships are awarded to students pursuing a technical education certificate or associate degree in...
Meek High School receives Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Lighthouse Award
ARLEY, Ala. - Meek High School has been officially recognized as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. The school was presented with a 2020 Blue Ribbon Lighthouse Award on Dec. 3 at the Blue Ribbon School awards located at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort in...
Making the highway safer
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama’s interstate highways are known to be among the busiest thoroughfares in the nation for human trafficking, but a coalition including the Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force is taking a direct approach to making change. Members of the local task...
Obituary: Ember Lynn Duncan-Crook
Ember Lynn Duncan-Crook, age 5 months, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021. Ember was born June 21, 2021.Ember is survived by her mother: Emily Sue Duncan and her father: Austin Daniel Crook; her grandparents: Patrick Herman and Dianna Lynn Duncan,...
