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: 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....
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...
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: 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...
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...
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...
Obituary: Bettina Denise Reeves
Funeral service for Bettina Denise Reeves, age 63, of Somerville, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jesse Morgan officiating, and interment in Ebenezer Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on...
Obituary: James L. Brossow
A celebration of life service for James L. Brossow, formerly of Hanceville will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 1 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville. Reverend Tim Barnett will be officiating. Visitation for the...
Obituary: Tim Pierce
Tim Pierce, 57, of Hillsboro, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at the Russellville Hospital.
Tim was born on November 15, 1964 in Haleyville, Alabama.
Visitation will be held Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m....
Obituary: Leonel De Leon Huerta
Leonel De Leon Huerta, age 34, of Baileyton, Alabama passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021. Leonel was born March 10, 1987.
A visitation for Leonel will be held Saturday, November 27, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Following the visitation will be a...
Obituary: Tennia Federer Isley
Memorial service for Tennia Federer Isley, 63, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Steve Bryan officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mrs. Isley passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021 at...
Obituary: Bonnie O’Neal Fullilove
Funeral service for Bonnie O’Neal Fullilove, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, November 29, 2021, at Antioch Baptist Church. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, and from...
Arrests and incidents reported November 26, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 26, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 22
harassment; CR 702domestic violence; Hwy. 69 Sunlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; Hwy. 91unlawful possession...
Cullman Forge meets every first Sunday at Peinhardt Living History Farm
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Forge Council is a non-profit organization founded in 1985 by Jim Batson to teach and promote the art of blacksmithing. Mr. Batson wanted to have groups all over the state to make it more accessible. The Cullman chapter was...
Cullman County Commission calls special meeting to discuss insurance agreement
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission called a special meeting Tuesday to discuss their Property and Casualty Insurance agreement. In an earlier November meeting, the Commission considered changing their insurance provider to Byars Wright and more time was requested to review the agreement.
Cullman...
Flu season: it’s not too late to get the shot
CULLMAN, Ala. - The CDC states the best time to get a flu shot is from October-September, but the virus usually peaks around February, so it is still beneficial to get a flu shot in December or later. While many people are wary of...
Sacred Heart Church holds annual Turkey Bazaar
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church Knights of Columbus held their annual Turkey Bazaar Saturday evening, awarding parishioner Andy Gravemen the special prize, a five-foot hanging porch swing donated by Nathaniel Lynn, owner of Lynn's Woodworks.
The long-standing bazaar featured frenzied...
PREP BASKETBALL: Arab downs Lincoln County 76-64 to win 65th Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Four local squads returned to Felton Easterwood Gymnasium Wednesday for the final day of the 65th annual Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament and the Arabian Knights clashed with Lincoln County in this year’s championship game. The Knights and Falcons were neck-and-neck...
Obituary: Teresa Carol Murphree
Funeral Service for Teresa Carol Murphree, age 54, of Eva, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Terry Hudson officiating; interment in Gum Pond Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 26,...
Obituary: Jack Burlin Dye
Jack Burlin Dye, age 75 of Haleyville, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Russellville Hospital.
Mr. Dye was born on September 11, 1946 in Haleyville, AL.
No services at this time.
Jack is survived by his wife, Marie Wright Dye; sons, Buddy (Jayne) Sparks, Joe (Tammie)...
Winter Wonderland Senior Night returns to Sportsman Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging and Doug Davenport with the Parks and Recreation department are partnering to present the Winter Wonderland Senior Night at Sportsman Lake Park. The event will be held on December 9 from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30...
Arrests and incidents reported November 24, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 24, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents reported
Arrests
November 22 – 23
Baird, Brandon L.; 31
third-degree assault-domestic violencesecond-degree criminal mischief
Hankins, Joshua J.;...
Alabama DHR announces grants for stabilizing childcare workforce
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s childcare workers may be eligible for quarterly bonus payments of up to $1,500 through grants announced today by the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR).
The Child Care Workforce Stabilization grants supply funding to help childcare providers recruit and retain qualified...
SPORTS COLUMN: Finding clarity in the chaos after week 12
Another One Bites The Dust: Another week, another chaotic outcome that's beginning to paint a clear picture. No. 23 Utah ended the first half with a shocking punt return for a touchdown to down the No. 3 Ducks 28-0 at the half. Utah finished what...
Attorney General Steve Marshall defends free speech and religious rights of embattled cakebaker Jack Phillips
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed an amicus brief supporting the free speech right of Masterpiece Cakeshop in Colorado to decline to create a custom cake celebrating a gender transition.
Jack Phillips is a devout Christian who makes custom cakes at his family-owned...
Obituary: Pamela Diana Edge Marks
Pamela Diana Edge Marks of Florence Alabama, formerly of Cullman passed away November 19, 2021 at the age of 59. She was born in Cullman on May 27, 1962 to Charles and Rebecca Wright Edge.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral services are...
Obituary: Mary Ellen ‘Doodle’ Bates
Funeral service for Mary Ellen ‘Doodle’ Bates, 56, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, November 26, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Bowman’s Chapel Cemetery. Rev. Delbert Freeman will officiate. Visitation will be Friday at the funeral home from 12:00...
Obituary: Linda Lee Carr
Linda Lee Carr, age 76, of Newman, GA, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021 at her current residence. She was born July 8, 1945, to Emmit G. and Wilma Driver.She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers: Garfield Driver and Virgil "Bubba"...
Obituary: Crystal Dawn Johnston
Funeral service for Crystal Dawn Johnston, age 42, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Dr. David Chambers officiating, and interment in Cullman Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00...
Obituary: Anthony Allen King, Sr.
Anthony Allen King, Sr., 59, of Vinemont, passed away November 22, 2021 at his residence.
He was born July 6, 1962.
Anthony is survived by his daughters: Jessica (Phillip) Brown and Alisha King; son: Tony King; sisters: Cinthia Davis and Brittany King; grandchildren: Dakota Brown, Kurtis...
Obituary: Paul Alton Dockery
Paul Alton Dockery, 72, of Haleyville, entered into rest on Monday, November 22, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Paul was born on February 14, 1949 in Winfield, Alabama. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He was a...
PREP BASKETBALL: Arab, Holly Pond, Fairview collect wins at Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Four local squads were back in action at this year’s Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament Tuesday night after competing on day one Monday. The Aggies got the afternoon started by pulling away from Lawrence County to collect a 67-49 win, The...
AHSAA SPOTLIGHT: Fairview’s Frost rushes for 5 TDs to lead Aggies to 1st State Playoff Semifinal berth
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Sophomore running back Eli Frost rushed for 264 yards and five touchdowns on 25 carries last week to propel Fairview High School into the Class 5A state playoff semifinals for the first time in school history.
His strong showing for the Aggies...
Voting open for Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce Storefront Christmas Display contest
CULLMAN, Ala. - This holiday season, the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is encouraging member businesses to decorate their storefronts to bring holiday cheer to the downtown area. Visit local businesses to check out their beautifully decorated storefronts, or simply visit the official Facebook...
Arrests and incidents reported November 23, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 23, 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
November 22
third-degree theft of lost property; person; Olive St....
Miss Alabama to compete in Miss USA pageant Nov. 29
TULSA, OK - Miss Alabama, Alexandria Flanigan of Cullman, will be competing in the 70th annual Miss USA pageant to be held on Nov. 29 at the Paradise Cove Theatre of River Spirit Casino Resort in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The event will be broadcast at...
Schools countywide participate in Cullman Caring for Kids’ #StompOutHunger food drive
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - “Our mission is that no child will ever be abused, no child will go to bed hungry, no infants will ever be shaken in anger, and the cycle of abuse will be stopped. To accomplish our dream, we need your...
PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies ready for semifinal clash at No. 2 Pleasant Grove
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – For the first time in school history, the Fairview Aggies are in the final four of the Class 5A State Playoffs and now only one game stands between them and a spot in this year’s AHSAA 5A State Championship Game. Fairview...
Obituary: Jared Lee Lipsey
Jared Lee Lipsey, age 24, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021. Jared was born August 28, 1997 in Cullman, Alabama to Julie Ann Fry Lipsey and Joey Wayne Lipsey.
Jared is survived by his father: Joey Wayne Lipsey; his mother: Julie...
Obituary: Amy D. Puckett-Eudy
Funeral services for Amy D. Puckett-Eudy of Baileyton, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery. Reverend Gary Waddell will officiate. The family will welcome guests for a visitation Tuesday evening...
Obituary: Wendell Leon Overton (Updated)
Funeral service for Wendell Leon Overton, 81, of Cullman, will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 24, 2021 in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 23, 2021 from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home. Brother Paul...
Obituary: Irene Mary Leigeber Hill
Irene Mary Elizabeth Leigeber Hill, age 78, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021. Irene was born April 7, 1943 in Cullman, Alabama to August Leonard and Mildred Irene Porter Leigeber. She is preceded in death by her parents and brothers:...
Obituary: Linda Lacy White
Funeral service for Linda Lacy White, 65, of Vinemont will be Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Charles Sparks officiating with burial in the Jones Cemetery with Peck Funeral Home directing.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 11:30...
Good Hope City Council receives check from Cullman County Industrial Development Authority, approves speed limit sign
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second regularly scheduled meeting of November Monday night and to get things started, the Cullman County Industrial Development Authority (CCIDA) was there to present the Council with a check for $20,752 to go toward...
Eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots expanded to include for those 18 and older
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has authorized Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna's COVID-19 boosters for all fully vaccinated U.S. adults, ages 18 and up. This follows emergency use authorization by the U.S....
Arrests and incidents reported November 22, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 22, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 18
criminal mischief; Beech Grove Rd.unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; 1st Ave. S, Garden Citytheft...
Veteran Memorial: James Richard Hawk
James Richard Hawk was born November 1, 1948 in Cullman County. He grew up in Hanceville with his parents, Tom D. and Margaret Ella Hawk. He enlisted in the United States Army in March of 1969 and served in Vietnam.
Hawk earned the rank of...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball’s season ends at NJCAA National Championship with record of 43-10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s volleyball team had its fantastic season end over the weekend at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) National Championship in Hutchinson, Kan.
Wallace State finished the season with a 43-10 record, winning the program’s 12th Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) tournament championship...
‘Christmas at the Grotto’ returns with expanded schedule
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Abbey’s Ave Maria Grotto, Cullman’s most popular attraction and one of Alabama’s must-see tourist destinations, will open evenings following Thanksgiving for the third installment of “Christmas in the Grotto.” The multi-weekend festival will see the Grotto park covered in...
PREP SWIMMING: 10 CHS swimmers qualify for State Meet
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Cullman High School had 10 swimmers in the field at last weekend’s AHSAA North Sectional Meet at the Huntsville Aquatics Center and all 10 of them earned a spot in this year’s State Meet. Both the CHS boys’ and girls’ teams placed...
Shipping deadlines to meet while online Christmas shopping
CULLMAN, Ala. - In order for your holiday packages to arrive by Dec. 24, frequently used shipping services have provided their recommended last days to ship by.
The last day to ship with UPS Ground varies depending on the cities being shipped from and to,...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1936
The Vinemont 4-H Club elected officers at the school on Wednesday. President-Marie Drake, Vice-President- Dorothy Lawrence, Secretary-Daisy Edge, Cheer Leader-Myron Nesmith and Song Leader-Naomi DeMonia. They made baking powder biscuits and ended the meeting doing a cheer.
Leroy Box died in Texas. He leaves a...
