‘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: 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...
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...
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: 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...
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...
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...
Obituary: Tony Lee Brown
Tony Lee Brown, 52, of the Helican Community, passed away January 14, 2022 at his residence.
He was born in Haleyville, Alabama on September 18, 1969 to the late Thomas Brown and Levean Caulde Brown.
Tony is survived by his sons: Eric Brown and James Brown...
Obituary: Christian Paul Fraley
Christian Paul Fraley, a precious one year old little boy, is now running wide open through the streets of heaven. Christian left this earthly world on January 12, 2022. He was born on April 15, 2020 and was to celebrate his 2nd birthday in...
Meek High School cheer team competes in 2022 Winston County All County Cheerleaders
ARLEY, Ala. - Meek High School hosted the 2022 Winston County Cheerleading Championship January 9 in the high school gymnasium. The schools participating were Meek, Winston County, Addison and Lynn High School. The judges of the competition were contracted through UCA. After the squads...
Hanceville City Council discusses damages at Veterans Park
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At Hanceville City Council’s meeting Thursday evening, the council appointed Leigh Ann Courington, professor at Wallace State, to place three on the Hanceville Water and Sewer Board for a six-year term.
Tim Brigum was reappointed to the Zoning Board of Adjustments for...
PREP BASKETBALL: Wheeler’s late free throws lift Warriors over Tigers 66-64, Lady Warriors handle Russellville 62-34
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors were back home at Jim Boyd Gymnasium for a pair of huge area matchups Friday night and after the Lady Warriors handled the Lady Tigers 62-34, the Warriors edged Russellville in a very...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 2 Good Hope downs Oneonta 53-39 to clinch top area seed, Raiders race past Redskins 64-49
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Both of the Good Hope varsity squads were on their home court at D.E. Ryan Gymnasium Friday night, and both were there for a massive matchup against the Oneonta Redskins. The Lady Raiders had an opportunity to secure the top...
Obituary: Elton Hale, Sr.
Funeral service for Elton Hale, Sr., 91, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 17, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Emeus Cemetery, with Pastor Jean Parson officiating. Visitation will be Sunday evening at the funeral home from 5:30...
Obituary: Alice Tawana June Canada
Funeral service for Alice Tawana June Canada, age 67, of Hanceville, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home and burial at Beech Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Monday, January...
Obituary: Danny Lee Stallings
Danny Lee Stallings, age 70, of Addison, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022. Danny was born on September 6, 1951 in Cullman, Alabama to Clifton and Sidney Stallings. He was an educator for over 30 years. During his time as an educator,...
Obituary: Sadie Kuikendall Kibodeaux
Sadie Kuikendall Kibodeaux, age 92, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022. Sadie was born September 11, 1929.
Sadie is survived by her daughter: Diane Dye Boyer (Bob); son: Steve (Janie) Dye; her grandchildren: Stacia Boyer, Andrea (Allen) Reed, Ashley (Daniel) Gullet,...
Obituary: Hilda Jeanette Wakefield
Hilda Jeanette Wakefield, age 75, of Double Springs, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at her residence.
Jeanette was born on February 5, 1946 in Lawrence County, Alabama. She loved gardening, Alabama football, reading and spending time with her family.
Visitation will be held on...
Obituary: Delton Lynn Vaughn
Delton Lynn Vaughn, age 79, of Addison, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born July 28, 1942 in Cullman Henry and Willie Allcorn Vaughn. Delton proudly served his country in the United States Army from...
Arrests and incidents reported January 14, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 14, 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 12
January 13
Arrests
January 13
Watkins, Dekoda J.; 28
third-degree theft of...
South Vinemont trailer park dumpster overflow causing litter problem for surrounding homes
VINEMONT, Ala. - South Vinemont has been experiencing a litter problem around the Vinemont Estates mobile home community for months. The dumpsters at the mobile home park have consistently overflowed, causing litter to scatter across the park and to neighboring homes. Vinemont resident Shirley...
Cullman County Schools hires director of Special Education
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Education, at its January 13 board meeting, approved the employment of Lana Tew to be the district’s next Director of Special Education. Tew is a 26-year veteran educator and currently holds the same position in the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison topples No. 4 Winston County 54-48, Bulldogs down Yellow Jackets 33-30 in OT
DOUBLE SPRINGS, Ala. – Addison traveled to take on their arch-rival county foes, the Winston County Yellow Jackets Thursday night and came away with a little payback. The Jackets had swept the Bulldogs in Addison approximately one month ago and the Bulldogs came home with...
PREP BASKETBALL: Broncos, Lady Broncos split home matchups with Locust Fork
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos and Lady Broncos hit the court at Felton Easterwood Gymnasium Thursday night to host a pair of varsity showdowns against Locust Fork. The Lady Broncos played a tight game with Locust Fork, but the Lady Hornets...
Obituary: Madeline Nicole Schuler
Funeral service for Madeline Nicole Schuler, 22, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Maddelle Ashwander
A graveside service for Maddelle Ashwander of Hanceville, Alabama will be 3:30 p.m. Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home prior to the graveside service.
Ms. Ashwander was born on...
Arrests and incidents reported January 13, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
January 10
domestic violence; CR 421theft of property; CR 374burglary; Hwy. 69 Ntheft of property; CR...
PREP SPORTS: Cullman’s Stancil, Barksdale sign with Snead, Wallace State
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall was packed with friends, family, teammates, and coaches Thursday afternoon to celebrate a pair of Bearcats taking the next step in their athletic and academic careers. Cullman baseball standout Hayden Stancil will be taking his talents...
Cullman Middle School hosting Miss Pioneer Pageant Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Middle School Miss Pioneer Pageant will be held tomorrow, January 14, at 7:00 p.m. in the Cullman High School Auditorium. This pageant is being held as a fundraiser for Cullman Middle School and High School special education classes to...
Cullman’s Cyber Central Robotics team wins first place at VEX Robotics Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College held VEX IQ Lion’s Pride Robotics Tournament Saturday, Jan. 8. The tournament, administered by the Wallace State Computer Science STEM Club, featured elementary and middle school robotics students and teams. The schools around the area that participated...
CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH released Jan. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Jan. 12, 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
· 31 COVID positive patients, two of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be...
Baileyton Town Council approves community rentals of the senior center
BAILEYTON, Ala. –It was brought to the attention of the Baileyton Town Council Monday evening that the playground equipment for the park which was meant to arrive at the end of December has yet to be delivered. The manufacturer of the equipment told councilmember...
Remembering Mayor Tawana Canada
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Town of Dodge City lost a pillar of the community Tuesday with the passing of Alice Tawana Canada, serving her fourth term as mayor of the town. As her family and community mourn, long-time councilman Anthony Todd shared a...
Obituary: Robert Alan Whitehead
Robert Alan Whitehead, age 49, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. Robert was born January 1, 1973 in Huntsville, Alabama to Doretta Whitehead and Delmer Whitehead.
Robert is survived by his father: Delmer Whitehead; his sister: Denise (Stevie) Holcomb; his brothers:...
PREP BASKETBALL: Brackets set for 2022 Cullman County Tournament
CULLMAN, Ala. – We’re a couple weeks into the new year and that means it’s almost time to tip off this year’s Cullman County Basketball Tournament. All the county coaches gathered at the Cullman County Board of Education’s Boardroom Wednesday afternoon to compare records,...
Arrests and incidents reported January 12, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 12, 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 10
third-degree domestic violence; person; 4th Ave. SWfourth-degree theft...
COVID-19 boosters now authorized for ages 12-15, dosing interval lowered, additional primary dose recommended for certain immunocompromised children
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has notified Alabama healthcare providers that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and its Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) have endorsed new recommendations for COVID-19 vaccinations.
The updates came about after a...
Tesha Brewer State Farm Insurance accepting donations for ‘Coats & Can-uary’
CULLMAN, Ala. - To celebrate State Farm's 100th anniversary in June, State Farm Insurance Agent Tesha Brewer has been performing acts of service to the Cullman community in increments of 100, with a different service provided each month leading up to the anniversary. During...
2022 Annual Polar Bear Plunge draws first-time divers at The Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center held its annual Polar Bear Plunge Saturday morning, Jan. 8. The event allows anyone willing to jump into the outside pool in frigid temperatures to be entered for a chance to win a 12-month family...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison splits tight area battles against Falkville
ADDISON, Ala. – After collecting a pair of road wins over Lynn Saturday, the Addison Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs returned home Tuesday night for two more area games against Falkville. Addison split a pair of tight games. The Lady Bulldogs picked up a 60-55...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman bounces back with area wins over Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats and Lady Bearcats returned home Tuesday night after their trip to Hartselle over the weekend and bounced back with a pair of area wins over Decatur. The Lady Bearcats topped Decatur 58-31 to move to 16-6 on the year...
Obituary: Steven Ray Parker
Steven Ray Parker, 38, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022 at his residence. He was born Thursday, February 24, 1983 in Cullman, AL to Danny and Jeannette Parker.He was preceded in death by his brother: Jonathan Parker.Survivors include his wife: Angela...
Obituary: Rita Sue Sutherland
Rita Sue Sutherland, 63, of Addison, entered into rest on Monday, January 10, 2022 at her home.
Rita was born on May 6, 1958 in Jasper, Alabama to Lincoln and Gladys Cooper.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. –...
Obituary: A. V. Bailey
A graveside service for A. V. Bailey, 82, of Cullman, will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 13, 2022, at Etha Baptist Cemetery. Brother Randy Phillips will officiate the service.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bailey family.
Mr. Bailey passed from this life on January...
Obituary: Lenise Marie Dye
Lenise Marie Dye, age 77, of Haleyville, passed away Monday, January 10, 2022, at her residence.
Mrs. Dye was born on January 5, 1945 in Haleyville, Alabama.
No services will be held at this time.
Marie is survived by her sons: Joe (Tammie) Sparks, Buddy (Jayne) Sparks,...
Arrests and incidents reported January 11, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 11, 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 6
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; general...
Chamber of Commerce holding Community Luncheon to discuss public safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Chamber of Commerce will be holding the first Community Luncheon of the year on January 21, 2022 presented by Shirley Quattlebaum, State Farm Insurance Agent.
The event will be at All Steak restaurant, located at 323 Third Ave SE, from...
Weekend proves a busy one for Cullman County Sheriff’s Office with multiple arrests
CULLMAN, Ala. - Multiple unrelated arrests from Thursday-Sunday kept the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office busy.
At approximately midnight on Thursday, January 6, CCSO Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Dodge City area. Tori Montana Stansell, 21, of Logan was the driver of the vehicle.
Stansell was...
Cullman City Council recognizes law enforcement on behalf of Coach Page at Monday meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - At Cullman City Council’s Monday meeting, Councilman John Cook recognized the members of law enforcement, saying, “I do have one brief thing that I want to say and that’s on behalf of Coach Page, he would be reminding us sorely and...
