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: 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...
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...
‘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: 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...
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...
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: 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...
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...
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: 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...
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...
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,...
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: 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...
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...
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....
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Mark Adams...
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