Obituary: Richard L. Kitchens
A graveside service for Richard L. Kitchens of Gardendale will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 10 at Sandlin Chapel Cemetery in Bremen, AL. Visitation will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 9 at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Kitchens was born on July 26, 1940...
Obituary: Violet Putman Reid
Violet Putman Reid, 78, of Hanceville, AL, passed away on December 1, 2021, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, AL to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Violet loved life and especially her large extended family. She loved to read books, listen to music,...
Obituary: Josephine Vaughn Methvin
Josephine Vaughn Methvin, age 72, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. Josephine was born January 28, 1949 in Bakersfield, CA.
She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter: Josette Cawthon and sister: Jean.
A visitation for Mrs. Methvin is Sunday, December...
Arrests and incidents reported December 8, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 8, 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 7
fourth-degree theft of property; third-degree criminal trespass; Wal-Mart;...
Baileyton Town Council discusses senior center funding concerns
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton Town Council, on Monday evening, in old business, looked at a sample sign provided by Ron Gither with LED Best Signs Distributors to consider for installation. The 50x76” sign will cost about $13,000.
Benny Guthrie proposed that the senior center...
Holly Pond says farewell to Town Clerk Linda Pope
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday evening said an official farewell to long-time Town Clerk Linda Pope, who has retired after serving the east Cullman County municipality for over four decades. In announcing the vacating of the position, Mayor...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Aggies top Guntersville 49-48 in OT, Aggies fall to Wildcats 66-45
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview tipped off area play at home Tuesday night as they hosted Guntersville in a pair of huge games. In a classic back-and-forth contest between both teams, the Lady Aggies ended up taking their game over Guntersville in overtime 49-48 while the fourth...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison drops area matchups to Winston County
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted their archrival Winston County High School Yellow Jackets on a brisk Tuesday evening at Allen Stephenson Gym. The Jackets were not good guests as they swept a pair of area matchups from the Bulldogs. The Lady Bulldogs dropped the first contest of...
Obituary: Almond Ray Woods
Almond Ray Woods, 69, of Vinemont, entered into rest on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at his home.
Almond was born on July 24, 1952 in Alabama. He was interested in studying people and enjoyed his job as a mental health tech at the North Alabama...
Obituary: Anthony “Tony” Nathan Self
Funeral services for Anthony “Tony” Nathan Self of Hanceville will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 9 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Shelton Grove Cemetery. The family will welcome guests for a visitation on Thursday prior to the service from 11:00...
Obituary: James Larry Brogdon
James Larry Brogdon, of Boaz, Alabama, passed away on Sunday morning, December 5, 2021, at the age of 66. He was born April 13, 1955, in Blount County, to James Brogdon and Betty Sue Watkins Brogdon.
Mr. Brogdon was a trucker by trade. He drove...
Obituary: Betty Sue Brooks
Betty Sue Brooks, age 89, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, December 5, 2021. Betty was born April 18, 1932.
Betty is survived by her husband: William Alvin Brooks; her son: Mark (Annette) Brooks; her daughter: Susan Darlene (Terry Pope) Brooks; her grandchildren: Joshua...
Arrests and incidents reported December 7, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 7, 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 6
third-degree theft of property; 2nd Ave. SW; phone;...
Harris family organizes memorial fund for Marc Harris
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Fishing 4 a Cure 4 ALS LLC 501c3 is a nonprofit organization began by the Harris family in honor of Danny Harris, who is battling ALS. The group hosts several fundraisers throughout the year with their main one being the...
Berlin Volunteer Fire Department Pancake Breakfast With Santa fundraiser thanks sponsors for successful turnout
BERLIIN, Ala. - The Berlin Volunteer Fire Department held a Pancake Breakfast with Santa fundraiser on Saturday. The event took place from 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. with a drive thru and walk-in option for pick up.
“We are doing this for the less fortunate...
Kids Loving Kids in need of Christmas donations
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local nonprofit organization Kids Loving Kids, founded by Pam Dodd, is in need of 85 dolls for giveaways on December 11 in Winston, Cullman and Walker counties. The organization also needs any baby and toddler items like baby blankets, diapers, rattles,...
Obituary: Harold Young
Harold Young, 70, of Double Springs entered into rest on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at his home in Haleyville, Alabama surrounded by his family.
Harold was born on October 24, 1951 in Double Springs, Alabama. He loved to go fishing, camping, riding his motorcycle and...
Obituary: Elizabeth T. Burns
Graveside service for Elizabeth T. Burns, age 90, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at Cullman City Cemetery.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Ms. Burns passed away on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at East Glen Nursing...
Arrests and incidents reported December 6, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 6, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
December 2
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 69 Nreceiving stolen property; CR 149domestic violence; CR...
Arley Senior Center Christmas party taking place Dec. 6
ARLEY, Ala. - The Arley Senior Center will be holding a bingo, potluck and silent auction Christmas party at the Arley Fire Department on Dec. 6 from 5-8:30 p.m. There will be prizes for bingo, as well as desserts provided by the center. This...
Man arrested in Sunday road rage shooting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a reported road rage incident in the Good Hope area on Sunday, December 5.
The CCSO said the incident resulted in an altercation with a person being shot.
As of Monday morning, Cullman County Deputies arrested...
Holly Pond hosts ribbon cutting for new Pine Grove Trading Co. location
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Pine Grove Trading Co. has a true desire to make a house feel like a home, a sentiment the mother/daughter duo store owners share.
Donna Cain and daughter Mallory Arrington have been in business in Holly Pond since 2017, but decided...
Good Hope Christmas Parade and Christmas in the Park to take place this Saturday
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope will be holding it’s annual Christmas parade and Christmas in the Park on Saturday, Dec. 11 beginning at 1 p.m. The parade will start at the road going into the football field at Good Hope High School. Lineup...
PREP SWIMMING: CHS Swim Team competes at AHSAA State Championships in Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. -- The Cullman High School swim team competed at this weekend’s AHSAA State Championship Swim Meet at Auburn University. Among the 10 qualifying Bearcat swimmers, eight secured a place in Saturday's finals following the preliminary meet on Friday. Throughout the weekend, each swimmer was able to leave...
Obituaries: Wayne Williams
Wayne Williams, age 78, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021. Wayne was born June 18, 1943 in Crane Hill Alabama to Ivan and Claudie Dixie Calvert Williams.
Wayne worked 29 years and retired from the Career Center in Cullman County...
Possible road rage leads to shooting near Good Hope Baptist Church (Update)
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Details are still coming in following what many on the scene called an alleged road rage shooting near Good Hope Baptist Church.
According to a Tribune crew member on the scene, the alleged shooter fled in a White Buick Enclave but later...
Vinemont council approves zoning variance
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of Vinemont called a Public Hearing Tuesday evening to discuss a request for a zoning variance for properties at 104, 116, 130, 148 on Federer Street. Richard Neese with Tenax Enterprises LLC applied for the variance to the zoning...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1930 and 1950
While employees of the Cullman Furniture Company were loading a truck, on Monday, the engine died and when a driver got out to crank it, the gear slipped into reverse and ran backward into the plate glass window. It will take at least
$150 to...
Obituary: Ricky Allen Fanning
Funeral services for Ricky Allen Fanning of Hanceville will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 7 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery. Reverend Paul Rivers will be officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday prior to the service beginning at...
Obituary: Dorthie Irine McFadden
Funeral service for Dorthie Irine McFadden, 85, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Hopewell Cemetery, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday at the funeral home from 12:00 p.m....
Obituary: Robert ‘Bobby’ Quinton Mattox
Memorial service for Robert ‘Bobby’ Quinton Mattox, 74, of Hanceville will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 6, 2021 at Fairview West Baptist Church with interment in Hopewell Cemetery, Rev. Jimmy Mattox officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to assist the family.
Mr. Mattox passed away...
Obituary: Frances LD Doss Tidwell
Frances LD Doss Tidwell, 81, of Bear Creek, passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at her home in Bear Creek.
Frances was born on January 10, 1940 in Marion County, Alabama. She was a graduate of Haleyville High School. She also attended Northwest Alabama...
Obituary: Doris Louise Hollaway
Graveside service for Doris Louise Hollaway, age 95, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at Center Grove Cemetery, with Steve Burgett officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Hollaway passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021,...
Seven car break-in attempts end in cross state investigation
CULLMAN, Ala. - There were multiple incident reports filed with the Cullman Police Department for attempted vehicle break-ins over the past week.
Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said it is an on-going investigation, but after proactive work from the CPD, they were able to identify...
Hanceville Civitan Club to host Christmas parade today
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The 32nd Annual Cullman County Christmas Parade will take place on Saturday, Dec. 4 beginning at noon in downtown Hanceville.
Hanceville Civitan Club President-Elect Brenda Carter said they are excited for another eventful Christmas parade event.
“We start at Wallace State Community College...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point sweeps Friday night matchups with Brewer
WEST POINT, Ala. – Fans packed Jim Boyd Gymnasium Friday night to see the West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors square off against Brewer and both teams were able to pick up wins over the Patriots. The Lady Warriors downed Brewer 55-36 and the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview’s Redding named 5A Coach of the Year
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – This season was a special one for the Fairview Aggies. The purple and gold posted a school-record 12 wins, scored a school-record 584 points and advanced to the 5A state semifinals for the first time in school history. The Alabama Football...
Obituary: Edwin Richard Sharpton
Edwin Richard Sharpton, 87, of Logan passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born June 11, 1934 to Richard and Bertha Sharpton.
Edwin graduated from Cullman High School in 1952. He entered the U.S. Navy and served four...
Obituary: Sherrill Kay Chaviers
Funeral service for Sherrill Kay Chaviers, 67, of Baileyton, will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 5, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service. The interment will be in the Etha...
Obituary: Betty Jean Burden
Betty Jean Burden, age 90, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021. Betty was born August 29, 1931 in Cullman, Alabama.Betty is survived by her sons: Donny (Tiffani) Burden and Wayne Burden Jr.; her grandsons: Jason Chandler, Josh Chandler, Wayne (Donna)...
Obituary: Jeannette Thomas
Funeral services for Jeannette Thomas of Hanceville will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 6, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Scott Arnold will be officiating. Burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. Visitation for the public will be from 5:00 p.m....
Arrests and incidents reported December 3, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 3, 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 1
unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person; Katie Ln....
Cullman County Schools shares their December Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools, along with America’s First Federal Credit Union, recognizes a teacher and staff member each month. Tuesday, they shared their picks for the month of December.
Teacher of the Month: Mark Adams, Hanceville High School (HHS) Library Media Specialist
Mark Adams...
National Wild Turkey Federation donates $122,000 for wildlife management
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) recently allocated $122,000 in Hunting Heritage Super Funds for wild turkey projects in Alabama. Of that total, $60,676 was donated to the Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division (WFF) of the Alabama...
Alabama Farm Credit donates over $2,500 for agricultural education
CULLMAN, Ala. — Alabama Farm Credit celebrated “Giving Tuesday” by donating $2,500 to help Wallace State Community College expand its Small Farmer Training Program into the Farm and Ranch Management Program. A silent auction item the rural lending cooperative donated to the Wallace State...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope sweeps area openers against Curry
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders and Lady Raiders returned home Thursday night to host area openers against Curry and they both put together impressive performances to earn a pair of wins. The Lady Raiders blew past Curry 83-16, knocking down 14...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bulldogs, Lady Bulldogs top Oakwood Academy at home
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the 1A Oakwood Adventist Academy Mustangs, from Huntsville, in the cozy confines of Allen Stephenson Gym on Thursday night. Addison won both games with the ladies corralling the Mustangs 75 to 23 in a rout. The boys' teams played a back-and-forth tooth...
Obituary: Sandy Miller
A graveside service for Sandy Miller of Hanceville will be 12:00 p.m. Friday, December 3, 2021 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverends Wayne Wisener and Trueman Davis will be officiating. The family will welcome guests for a visitation on Friday prior to the service...
Obituary: Heather Nicole Aaron
Heather Nicole Aaron, 41, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed from this life on December 2, 2021, at Cullman
Regional Medical. Mrs. Aaron was born March 7, 1980, to Charles Edwin Tolbert and Katie Jo Robinson Fortenberry. No services are planned at this time.
She was preceded in...
Obituary: Joyce Ann Kilgore Johnson
Joyce Ann Kilgore Johnson, age 76, of Warrior, Alabama, passed from this life to her new life in heaven on Saturday, November 20, 2021.
She was given the name Joyce at birth, but everyone knew her as “Grandmama.” She was one of 13 siblings, and...
Obituary: H. L. Estes
H. L. Estes, 83, of Brooksville, MS passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at Garden Hill Assisted Living, Columbus, MS.
Mr. Estes was born on July 27, 1938, in Cullman, AL to the late Vesta Talley Estes and Roscoe Estes. He worked for the Alabama...
Obituary: Ted W. Mauldin
Ted W. Mauldin, age 75, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Ted was born April 19, 1946 in Cullman, Alabama to John Wesley and Jewell Skinner Mauldin.
He is preceded in death by his parents and wives: Frances Powell Dodd and...
East Cullman Baptist Association collecting backpacks for Christmas donation event Dec. 8-9
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – The East Cullman Baptist Association is preparing to hold their annual Christmas Backpacks Mission Project for the 2021 holiday season. This is a donation event designed to provide children in Cullman County with toys, clothes, food and hygiene products, while...
Arrests and incidents reported December 2, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 2, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 29
domestic violence; unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 69 Sburglary;...
Multiple meth related arrests over Thanksgiving holiday
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office remained busy over Thanksgiving week with approximately half a dozen plus meth-related arrests.
On Sunday, November 28, around 3:00 a.m., CCSO deputies located a suspicious vehicle on the shoulder of Highway 31, south of Cullman.
Joseph Thomas...
Alabama Sports Hall of Fame’s 54th Class features 6 of 8 selectees with strong AHSAA ties
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- The Board of Directors of the State of Alabama Sports Hall of Fame is pleased to announce the Class of 2022 to be inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame on May 7, 2022. The Class was selected by ballot...
Bosom Buddies Foundation receives first ever Diamond sponsor Bill Smith Buick GMC
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation raises money to help cancer patients who are about to start cancer treatment programs who are living at or below the national poverty line. The Foundation assists with basic living expenses, medical bills, dental bills,...
Hanceville Birmingham Fastener location holds first Christmas lighting
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Birmingham Fastener’s Hanceville Distribution Center held it’s first building lighting Wednesday night. The community gathered around the entrance of the building, enjoying hot chocolate and hot popcorn while the Hanceville High School Band played Christmas music. Operations Manager Jeremy Hill informed...
Pop-up drive-in to bring Christmas movies to Cullman Fairgrounds for December
CULLMAN, Ala. - Throwback Outdoor Cinema, a pop-up drive in theatre, will be presenting holiday films at the Cullman Fairgrounds throughout the month of December. Only 45 tickets are available per film. Advance tickets are now on sale at Throwback Outdoor Cinema Event through...
Obituary: Donald Lee O’Hara
Memorial service is incomplete for Donald Lee O’Hara, 74, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the O'Hara Family.
Mr. O’Hara passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021. He was born July 5, 1947 to Harry and Lucille (Brooks) O’Hara, in Chicago Illinois.
He is survived by...
Obituary: Pamela Jo Murphy
Pamela Jo Murphy, age 64, passed away on Tuesday, November 30, at her residence in Cullman, Alabama.
She is survived by her two daughters: Christal Mosley (Ron, Jr.) and Elysha Basch (Jared); three grandson; one granddaughter (soon-to-be); husband: Jim Murphy; stepmom: Mary Brewer (Larry); two...
Obituary: Pauline Dooley Baughn
Pauline Dooley Baughn, 98, of Birmingham, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at her residence.
Family will be receiving friends on Saturday, December 4, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., at Kilgore-Green Funeral Home in Jasper, AL. Service will follow at 11:00 a.m.,...
Obituary: Phillip Todd Wolff
Funeral Service for Phillip Todd Wolff, age 57, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Sam Hollis officiating, and interment in Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m....
Obituary: James Franklin Ratliff
James Franklin Ratliff, age 82, of Huntsville, Alabama passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021. James was born July 13, 1939 to Thursa M. Ratliff and James F. Ratliff, Sr.
Jimmy was a graduate of Cullman High School in 1957, and St. Bernard College in...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison’s Smothers signs with Coastal Alabama
ADDISON, Ala. -- Family, food and fun were the order of the day at the Library in Addison High School as another proud Addison Senior, Addisyn Smothers signed her scholarship papers to continue her volleyball career and education at Coastal Alabama College in Bay...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Savannah Rutledge named NJCAA Division I 2nd-team All-American for 2nd consecutive season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State volleyball sophomore setter Savannah Rutledge was named a National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I 2nd-team All-American on Wednesday, marking the second consecutive season she’s been named to the second team.
Rutledge, an Albertville native, is the program’s all-time...
Many factors at play in the current inflation situation
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – “Inflation” is a word that is being thrown around a lot in today’s media market. What is inflation? What is causing it? How does it affect me? These are all questions that consumers could be asking themselves right now. An...
PREP BASKETBALL: Aggies, Lady Aggies collect road wins at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville hosted Fairview for a pair of varsity matchups Tuesday night, but unfortunately for the home crowd, the Aggies and Lady Aggies came away with a pair of wins. The Lady Aggies rolled past the Lady Bulldogs 49-22 and the Aggies defeated Hanceville...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats, Lady Bearcats top Madison Academy in home opener
CULLMAN, Ala. – Both Cullman varsity squads hosted their first home games of the season against Madison Academy Tuesday night and both of them collected convincing wins. The Lady Bearcats got things started with a 73-51 victory and the Bearcats followed them with a...
Obituary: Randy Dale Ray
Randy Dale Ray, age 53, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021. Randy was born October 19, 1968 in Hartselle, Alabama to Oxford and Stella Corley Ray.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial visitation for Randy will be held...
Obituary: Sherry Yarbrough Kinney
Visitation for Sherry Yarbrough Kinney, age 64, of Cullman, will be from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 2, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. A private family service will be held at a later date.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge...
Obituary: Jan Terry
Jan Terry, age 59, of Moulton, Alabama passed away on Saturday, November 27, 2021. Jan was born September 24, 1962 in Decatur Alabama to Cecil Young and Cendy Maybell McGee Terry.
A graveside service for Jan will be held Thursday, December 2, 2021 at 2:00...
Obituary: Marc Edward Harris
Funeral service for Marc Edward Harris, age 52, of Fairview, will be on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. prior to the service.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge...
Obituary: Robert Dean Ehlman
Memorial service for Robert Dean Ehlman, age 67, of Hanceville, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Mr. Ehlman passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021, at his residence....
Attorney General Steve Marshall wins nationwide injunction against Biden’s healthcare-worker vaccine mandate
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall announced a court victory against President Biden’s healthcare-worker vaccine mandate as a federal court granted his motion to block the sweeping and illegal healthcare-worker vaccine mandate.
Tuesday, the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana granted a...
AMEA honors Governor Ivey with Excellence in Leadership Award
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Municipal Electric Authority (AMEA) has awarded Governor Kay Ivey with the Excellence in Leadership Award for her unwavering commitment and dedication to the state of Alabama.
“Governor Ivey has served and continues to serve our state with honor and integrity,”...
Cullman Community Band gears up for their Christmas Concert
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Band has announced that their Christmas Concert will be held on Monday, December 6, at the Cullman High School Auditorium. The concert will begin at 7:00 p.m., admission is free and all are welcome!
The Cullman Community Band is...
Pet of the Week: Plan a playdate with Lil Tootsie!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Lil Tootsie is a 1-1.5-year-old Doxie mix. She is a medium-energy gal who is currently perfecting her leash training skills. She is a gal who loves her...
Curt’s Closet adds Wallace State as drop-off location
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Curt's Closet, a non-profit organization located at 1101 3rd Ave SE, has over 20 drop off locations in Cullman and has recently added Wallace State Community College to the drop-off list. For Christmas, Curt’s Closet will be providing gifts for 300+...
Snead’s Farmhouse hosting book tour event this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - Judy Snead of Snead's Farmhouse and Deitra Deal will be doing a reading of their new children’s book, “It Takes Two to Make a Farm go Right” at Cullman Health and Rehab center on December 3 at 2:00 p.m. Deitra is...
PREP BASKETBALL: Warriors, Lady Warriors fall to Deshler at home
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors returned home to host Deshler for a pair of varsity matchups Monday night, but both the Tigers and Lady Tigers went home with wins. The Lady Tigers held off a late rally from...
Obituary: Anna Louise Lione
Funeral services for Anna Louise Lione, of Tuscaloosa will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 30 at Sacred Heart Church in Cullman. The rosary will be at the church at 1:15 p.m. Burial will follow at Holly Pond Cemetery. Fr. Patrick Egan will be officiating.
Mrs....
Obituary: Darrel Wayne Chandler
Darrel Wayne Chandler, age 75, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, November 27, 2021. Darrel was born January 15, 1946 in Cullman, Alabama to Floyd Edgar and Lily Gertrude Hancock Chandler.
Mr. Chandler worked for and retired from Nicholson File Company.
Funeral services will be...
Obituary: Mary Day Burns
Mary Day Burns passed away on November 29, 2021. Mary was born in Cullman County in 1937 to John and Jura Day, who preceded her in death. She was married over 67 years to Milton L. Burns of Hanceville who passed away in December...
Obituary: Russell W. “Rusty” Morrow (Updated)
Russell W. “Rusty” Morrow, 62, beloved husband, father, grandfather, bible teacher and friend,Rusty transitioned into eternal life with his heavenly father on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at his home in Cullman surrounded by his family.He was a faithful, devoted husband and father and a...
Obituary: Matthew Hester Lancaster
Funeral service for Matthew Hester Lancaster, 30, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Bethlehem Methodist Cemetery, with Pastor Paul Rivers officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on...
Multiple arrested in unrelated drug charges
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrested a local man for 13 drug and theft warrants on Sunday, November 21.
Deputies from the CCSO arrested Justin Dale Wise, 37, at his residence in the Bremen area.
Wise attempted to flee the residence and...
Arrests and incidents reported November 29, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 29, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 26
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 813harassment; CR 436receiving stolen property; 2nd Ave. SWdomestic...
Obituary: Jerry Franklin Dingler
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Jerry Franklin Dingler, 74, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Dingler passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021 at his residence. He was born May 6, 1947 to Enoch Franklin and Zora Sue...
Falkville man arrested on sexual abuse for a Grand Jury indictment
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrested a local man on sexual abuse charges on Tuesday, November 23.
Arnold Douglas Naramore, 78, of Falkville was arrested in the Vinemont area by Cullman Cullman County Deputies for a Grand Jury Indictment.
The indictment was for...
Mayor proclaims November ‘Home Health Care and Hospice Month’ in Cullman
Cullman, Ala. - On Wednesday, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the month of November “Home Health Care and Hospice Month” in Cullman, urging citizens to express appreciation to home health care and hospice providers in our community.
“Home health care and hospice staff provide an...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1936 and 1900
From the files of 1936:
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Todd, of Hanceville, visited Beech Grove relatives on Sunday.
Mrs. Race Lowery spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elbert McHan at North Vinemont.
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Ray, of Hanceville, spent Sunday with his father at...
Obituary: Melissa Diane Gothard
Melissa Diane Gothard, of Holly Pond, Alabama, peacefully entered the arms of her Heavenly Father on the morning of November 26, 2021, at the age of 53. She was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, on April 5, 1968, to Hollis Eugene and Carole Gantt...
Obituary: Jay W Aycox Jr.
Jay W Aycox Jr., age 88, of Pell City, Alabama passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021. Jay was born January 9, 1933 in Jasper, Alabama to Jay Walker and Mertie Mae Blevins Aycox.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife:...
Obituary: Sue Waid Nix
Sue Waid Nix, age 72, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021. Sue was born July 13, 1949 in Houston, Alabama to Milford Harold and Bessie June Frazier Waid.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband: Bill Nix; brothers: Bobby,...
Wreaths Across America Wreath Laying Ceremony set for Dec. 18
MONTEVALLO, Ala. - The Support Committee for the Alabama National Cemetery is holding their 13th Annual Wreaths Across America Wreath Laying Ceremony at Alabama National Cemetery (ALNC) on Saturday, December 18 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. For the last 12 years, live Maine...
Pet of the Week: Go exploring with Vera!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Vera is a 1-1.5-year-old hound/terrier/Cur mix. She is a low-to-medium-energy gentle-natured gal who is learning about the ends and outs of leash training and is has a...
Jones Chapel Fire Department receives biggest ever grant from FEMA
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Fire Department recently received three different grants from FEMA’S Assistance to Firefighters Grants, the Cullman County Community Development Commission and the Alabama Forestry Commission.
The department has already purchased 25 new air packs with the grant money from Assistance...
New Good Hope bridge dedicated to Glenda Sapp Doss
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – On Wednesday, the new Glenda Sapp Doss Bridge on Doss Road in Good Hope was dedicated to Jack Doss’ late wife. The old bridge, in the same location, was a narrow, dangerous, one-lane bridge and did not have guard rails....
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview’s historic playoff run ends with 47-17 loss at No. 2 Pleasant Grove
PLEASANT GROVE, Ala. – Fairview’s season continued in Pleasant Grove Friday night when the Aggies hit the field to take on the second-ranked Spartans in the Class 5A Semifinals. It was the first time Fairview has made it the fourth round of the state...
