Obituary: Janice Sharp-Hall
A graveside service for Janice Sharp-Hall, of Warrior, will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Center Hill Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Randy Hays will officiate.
Ms. Hall was born on February 16, 1955 to Paskel and Marie (Gardner) Sharp in Birmingham. She died...
Obituary: Teresa Darline Culver
Memorial service for Teresa Darline Culver, 64, of Cullman will be Friday, September 24, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Culver family.
Mrs. Culver passed from this life on September 21, 2021...
Obituary: Sabrina Ann Postulka
Funeral service for Sabrina Ann Postulka, 20, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 24, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Lystra Baptist Cemetery, with Bro. Jerry Martin officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at...
CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH released Sept. 22
Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level of community transmission.
Cullman Regional Current Situation
· 43 COVID positive patients, seven of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be vigilant in mask wearing and social distancing. Everyone should continue to follow precautions to...
West Point Town Council presents plaque to family of Maggie Grant in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council approved it’s FY2022 budget Monday evening. The council passed a $555,812.00 budget, a significant increase over last year’s $415,812.00 budget, due in part to an increase in expected tax revenue. The town has an expected...
Arrests and incidents reported September 22, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 22, 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
September 21
Arrests
September 21
Hogan, Lacey A.; 38
FTA- first-degree criminal trespass
Haney,...
PREP FOOTBALL: 6 local games on tap for Friday night
CULLMAN, Ala. – The halfway point of the regular season is coming up this Friday and as a result, we have several teams taking advantage of a bye week this week to prepare for the remainder of their region matchups coming up. Meek, Vinemont,...
Brooks’ Place— Cullman’s safe haven
CULLMAN, Ala. - Brooks’ Place is the Child Advocacy Center of Cullman, which provides children who are victims of crime or abuse an outlet to bring justice and security during extremely difficult circumstances. It’s been deemed as a safe haven for those in need.
Brooks’...
Peinhardt Farm Day cancelled
CULLMAN, Ala. - Peinhardt Farms announced the cancellation of its 2021 Peinhardt Farm Day amidst concerns over volunteers and school tour registrations. According to event coordinator Jennifer Tucker, the celebration of traditional agriculture and crafts suffered from a low number of commitments from schools...
Berlin passes 2022 budget, fills vacant seat
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening filled the vacancy of councilman Jimbo Quick, electing and swearing in James Sanford as his replacement. The council did not act to fill the vacant seat of Bruce Bentley, who died in an automobile...
Obituary: Mary Ann Waldrep
Mary Ann Waldrep, 64, of Addison, entered into rest on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at CRMC.
Mary Ann was born on July 7, 1957 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Clarence and Velma Morgan Townson. She was fun loving and outgoing. A woman filled with the Holy...
Obituary: Ilo Dean “Brownie” Farris-Daniel
Ilo Dean “Brownie” Farris-Daniel, age 77, of Haleyville, passed away Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Mrs. Daniel was born on February 27, 1944 in Haleyville, Alabama.
Visitation will be Thursday, September 23, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home...
Obituary: John Anthony Clark
Graveside service for John Anthony Clark, age 51, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at Simcoe Baptist Cemetery, with Bo Shedd officiating.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Mr. Clark passed away on Monday, September 20, 2021....
Obituary: Thelma Elizabeth Millard
Thelma Elizabeth Millard, 96, of Addison, formerly of Clinton, Iowa, entered into rest on Monday, September 20, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Millard was born on November 20, 1924 in Cambridge, Nebraska.
No services are planned at this time.
Mrs. Millard is...
Obituary: George Walter Hammett
George Walter Hammett, 82, passed away August 29, 2021 after contracting pneumonia following hip surgery. George is survived by his wife of 57 years: Joan; his two daughters: Heather “Micki” Cobb (Wes) and Laura Cox (Michael); grandchildren: Megan, Weston and Kaitlyn and siblings Daisy...
Obituary: Stephanie Faye Parker
Funeral service for Stephanie Faye Parker, 44, of Cullman will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 23, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service on Thursday. The interment will be in...
WSCC Athletics: Volleyball remains perfect in ACCC action, Maddie Nelson wins low medalist title, Cross Country & Men’s Golf updates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s volleyball team swept Coastal Alabama-East and Snead State in conference matches on Sunday at Traditions Bank Arena inside Tom Drake Coliseum, capping four Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) victories in five days.
The Lions, who have won six straight matches, are 19-6...
Cullman woman arrested on multiple drug charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Local woman was arrested on Saturday following a traffic stop and the discovery of drug possession and paraphernalia in her vehicle.
Justina Dawn Watson, 43, of Cullman, was arrested Saturday by Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies following a traffic stop and probable...
Cullman City Schools Sept. 21 COVID-19 case update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Schools system has a total of 17 students absent due to reported positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday, September 21, according to the latest school attendance data.Cullman High School reported eight positive student cases, Cullman Middle School...
Arrests and incidents reported September 21, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 21, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
September 16
unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person; 2nd Ave....
Bomb threat suspect arrested, multiple juveniles across several states involved
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted a press conference Tuesday morning to release an update on the five bomb threats that occurred within the city and county over the last month.
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry said they could not release a...
Hanceville Music Fest features popular country band Confederate Railroad as headliner for Saturday event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A small but lively crowd came out to Hanceville’s Veterans Park Saturday night to enjoy the Hanceville Music Fest featuring country rock band Confederate Railroad. Many of those in attendance travelled from neighboring states to see the show despite threatening skies....
Good Samaritan’s Community Cares Celebration successfully pushes through rain event over the weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Community Cares Celebration was held last weekend at the Cullman Housing Authority off Cleveland Ave. Despite the threat of potential severe weather, the event managed to be a success. Good Samaritan Health Clinic hosted the event in light of the...
Huntsville man arrested for 18 counts of child porn in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrest reports, a Huntsville man was arrested Friday, September 17, for 18 counts of child pornography possession.
Michael Lee McGinnis, 41, was arrested on I-65 just before 5:00 p.m. on Friday in regards to a...
Obituary: Sue Schnittker
Funeral service for Sue Schnittker, 72, of Cullman, will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Malcolm Carter, II and Rev. Charles Dixon will officiate the service. The interment will be in the Mt. Olive Cemetery. The...
Obituary: Florene Mattox Johnson
Graveside service for Florene Mattox Johnson, 87, of Hanceville will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. She will lie in state at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. prior to the graveside service. Rev....
Obituary: Jason Matthew Paul
There will be a celebration of life for Jason Matthew Paul on September 25, 2021, at the home of his father, Jerry L. Paul (21726 Highway 31, Vinemont, Alabama 35179). Pastor Bruce Harris officiating.
Jason passed away on July 9 at his home in Alapaha,...
Arrests and incidents reported September 20, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 20, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 16
domestic violence; CR 1390burglary; CR 1437domestic violence; criminal mischief; CR 1518domestic violence; CR 1291unlawful...
Missing Cullman man found dead in Terri Pines pond
Cullman, Ala. - A man that had not been heard from since Friday night was found deceased in a pond on the Terri Pines Golf Course on Monday morning.
John Clark, 51, of Cullman was found near hole-three in a pond early Monday morning.
According to...
Baileyton man killed in car crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A single-vehicle crash early Monday morning claimed the life of a local man.
Mark Lynn Easterwood, 54, of Baileyton was killed when the vehicle he was driving left the roadway and struck a telephone pole around 12:45 a.m. on Monday, September 20,...
PREP SWIMMING: CHS Swim Team competes at Alabama Sprint Championship
MADISON, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Swim Team traveled Dublin Park in Madison this weekend to compete in the Alabama Sprint Championship meet against some of the top swimmers across the state. The CHS girls finished third overall in the 6A/7A division behind Bob Jones...
Veteran Memorial: Staff Sgt. Ronald Hugh Hall
SSgt Ronald Hugh Hall
Ronald Hugh Hall was born June 11, 1945 in Cullman County. He grew up in Cullman and joined the United States Army. He served in the Vietnam War and began his tour on November 11, 1970.
Hall was a general vehicle repairman...
Chambers Fall Festival to take place this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – This week, Chambers Farm & Garden Supply will be hosting their First Annual Fall Festival for the community Saturday, Sept 25. The event will take place from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the lot behind Chambers, at 404 McNabb Dr...
Cullman County Youth Football week 4 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week four of the 2021 youth football season kicked off Saturday, and it was a wet day for the local squads that saw a few games get cancelled. The Good Hope Raiders hosted the Holly Pond Broncos, the Cold Springs Eagles traveled...
Obituary: Dellvina Washburn Edwards
Funeral services for Dellvina Washburn Edwards of Garden City will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverends Wayne Wisener and Scott Arnold will officiate. Burial will follow at Garden City Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service...
Obituary: David Paul Lawson
David Paul Lawson was born on January 10, 1957 in Detroit, Michigan and passed away on September 16, 2021 in Huntsville, Alabama and is under the care of Moss Service Funeral Home.
Celebration of life visitation will be held on September 22, 2021 at 11:00...
Pregnant women and other eligible Alabamians ages 12 and older are urged to be vaccinated for COVID-19
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As dozens of pregnant women and pediatric patients with COVID-19 in Alabama are hospitalized each day, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) urges all pregnant women and all eligible adolescents ages 12 - 17 to be vaccinated against COVID-19. In...
Files from Yesteryear: From The Files Of 1936:
This dry season threatens the water supply in Cullman and Cullman County.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Crouen are visiting relatives here, before leaving for California, to make their home.
Glen Jetton of Gold Ridge spent Saturday night with his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. W.M....
Obituary: Neda Lou Wilcutt
Neda Lou Wilcutt, 72, of Arley, entered into rest on Friday, September 17, 2021 in Addison surrounded by her loving family.
Neda was born on March 28, 1949 in Strawberry Plains, Tennessee. Among her many hobbies, Neda enjoyed reading, fishing, working in the yard and...
Obituary: Annie “AB” Belle Quick
Annie "AB" Belle Quick, age 86, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2021. AB was born June 21, 1935 in Cullman, Alabama.
AB is survived by her nephews: James (Melissa) Arnold, Herbert (Kim) Arnold; her great-nieces and nephews: Russ (Amy Ann) Arnold,...
Obituary: Dolly Lucy Guffey
Dolly Lucy Guffey, age 91, of Haleyville, passed away Friday, September 17, 2021, at Haleyville Health Care.
Mrs. Guffey was born on April 25, 1930 in Addison, Alabama.
Visitation will be Monday, September 20, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in...
Cullman native Maud Parker shares her secrets to a long, healthy life after celebrating her 103rd birthday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Maud Nelyne Manning Medlock Parker celebrated her 103rd birthday on Wednesday, September 15. She had many wonderful memories to share with her friends and family Wednesday at her special party. Just as plentiful as the happy birthday wishes she received from...
Bonus Pet of the Week: Become besties with Holly!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Holly is a 2-year-old Black and Tan Coonhound mix. She is a low-energy, gentle gal who loves nothing more...
Wallace State’s newest FAME cohort recognized at induction ceremony and safety banner signing
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development and the North Central Alabama Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program have introduced the third and newest AMT (Advanced Manufacturing Technician) apprenticeship cohorts at the college.
The latest group was recognized at...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek drops region tilt at Hubbertville 44-14
HUBBERTVILLE, Ala. – After earning a big region win at South Lamar last week, the Meek Tigers were back on the road this week to face another region foe. This week they traveled to Hubbertville to take on the Lions but fell behind early...
PREP FOOTBALL: Knights earn 24-7 region win at Southside-Gadsden
GADSDEN, Ala. – Arab made the trip to Gadsden for a regional battle with the Southside Panthers Friday night and left with a convincing, 24-7 win to improve to 4-1 on the season.
The Knights took an early lead when they connected on a 55-yard...
PREP FOOTBALL: ‘Cats collect 29-21 region win at Hazel Green
HAZEL GREEN, Ala. – After downing Buckhorn 35-0 last week, the Cullman Bearcats hit the road again Friday night and were once again able to come back home with a win. The ‘Cats built an early lead at Hazel Green and kept the Trojans...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond falls to Carbon Hill 30-24 in OT
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos hosted the Carbon Hill Bulldogs Friday night. The Broncos were at 2-2 while the Bulldogs were 1-3. The game became a tale of two halves as Holly Pond controlled the game in the first half, but Carbon Hill would...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison drops region game with Winston County 14-8
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted their biggest rival and county foe, Winston County High School, on Friday night at beautiful A.G. Hicks Stadium and the Yellow Jackets were not very good guests. WCHS took home an exciting, 14-8 last-second victory over the Dawgs. This game was a...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls to Aliceville 37-0
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs hosted Aliceville on Friday night in a big region game, looking for its first win of the season but despite fighting hard for four quarters, the Eagles were unable to get on the board and the Yellow Jackets left with a...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview blows past West Point 49-21
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview hosted the West Point Warriors Friday night for its homecoming game in the latest edition of the Brandin’ Iron Bowl. Despite West Point’s plans to ruin homecoming night, the Aggies took care of business and scored early and often to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope pulls away to top Hanceville 47-28
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs made the short trip to James W. Shabel Stadium for a regional clash with Good Hope Friday night and despite a great effort on the ground from the visiting Bulldogs, the Raiders were able to pull away...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont hammers Tarrant at home 49-0
VINEMONT, Ala. -- The Vinemont Eagles returned home for Friday night’s homecoming matchup against Tarrant and celebrated the occasion with a big, 49-0 homecoming win over the Wildcats to improve to 2-3 on the year.
Vinemont received the opening kickoff but fumbled the ball to...
Obituary: Clayton Reece Hayes
Clayton Reece Hayes, age 78, of Cullman, Alabama passed away at Cullman Regional Medical Center on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. Clayton was born June 3, 1943 in Florence, Alabama to Evert T. and Helen Carolyn Hayes.Clayton is survived by his wife of 58 years:...
Obituary: Cubie Irene Wallace Spivey
Cubie Irene Wallace Spivey, 72, of Cullman, Alabama, formerly of the Water Valley Community, entered into rest on September 15, 2021 at Woodland Village in Cullman.
Mrs. Spivey was born on January 6, 1949 in Littleville, Alabama. She was a member of Emeus Baptist Church...
Obituary: Ava Dean Addison Parvin
Mrs. Ava Dean Addison Parvin, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at the age of 92. As was her wish, she lived out her days independently at home.Mrs. Parvin was born in Marion County, Alabama on July 28, 1929, the...
Obituary: Barbara Tompkins Buettner
Barbara Tompkins Buettner, age 83, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021. Mrs. Buettner was born December 18, 1937 to Edward Tompkins and Gracie Borden Buettner.
Mrs. Buettner was preceded in death by her parents: Edward Tompkins and Gracie Borden Buettner.
Mrs Buettner is survived by her husband of 61 years (21,786 days): Richard T. Buettner; son: Dr. John
Buettner (Dr. Kendall Dunn); daughter: Dr. Barbara Buettner (Dewayne Jennings, Retired AGR Army);
Grandchildren: Dawson Buettner and Laurel Buettner and step-grandson: Jacob Jennings.
There will be a family only service on Saturday, September 18,2021.
In lieu of flowers, send memorial contributions to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.mossservicefh.com for the
Buettner family.
Moss Service Funeral Home Directing.
Arrests and incidents reported September 17, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 17, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
September 15
third-degree forgery; person; forged check
September 16
Arrests
September 16
Simoneaux, Dara...
Harmful TikTok spreading through the public school system
CULLMAN, Ala. - TikTok “challenges” can often be some of the quickest trending content on social media, whether harmless or harmful, and the latest creation is no different. The “devious licks challenge” is actively encouraging students to steal from their schools, and/or damage school...
Berlin Town Council addresses two recent vacancies
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council Meeting was held on Monday evening and began with the declaration of two vacancies on the Council.
Mayor Patrick Bates stated, “Jimbo Quick’s seat is now vacant, as he has moved out of the area. And, of course,...
Apple adventures at the North Alabama Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex visited the Cullman County Public Library Tuesday with their Apple Adventures program for the library’s preschool students. Agriplex aims to hold programs once a month with the local library system and made the decision to host all...
NASA statement on National Aerospace Week
WASHINGTON D.C. - The following is a statement from NASA Administrator Bill Nelson on National Aerospace Week, hosted by Aerospace Industries Sept. 13-17. This week recognizes innovations from aerospace manufacturers, suppliers and workforce.
“As we mark the 11th anniversary of National Aerospace Week, the Biden-Harris...
Obituary: Betty Lorene Jones
Funeral service for Betty Lorene Jones, 78, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 17, 2021 at Salem Baptist Church with interment in Springhill Baptist Cemetery, with Rev. Cory Drummond officiating. The body will lie in state at the church on Friday...
Obituary: Dustin Leslie Laney
Funeral service for Dustin Leslie Laney, 29, of Vinemont will be at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, September 19, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Blair Congregational Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Cullman...
Obituary: Helen Hodge Burleson
Helen Hodge Burleson, age 82, of Haleyville, passed away September 16, 2021 at Rose Manor in Haleyville.
As per Mrs. Burleson’s wishes, no public service will be held.
Helen is survived by her daughters: Mitzie (David) Posey of Haleyville and Tracy Burleson of Washington, D.C; sister:...
Obituary: Nancy Lucille Edwards
Funeral services for Nancy Lucille Edwards of Hanceville will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Union Church Cemetery in the Walter community, with Reverend Doug Pitts officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. -...
Obituary: Doyle Bruce Love
Doyle Bruce Love, age 87, passed away on September 12, 2021, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born in Cullman County, Alabama on September 2, 1934 to Marlin Elmer Love and Venora Yeager Love.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years: Earlene...
Obituary: Phyllis Kent Banister
Funeral service for Phyllis Kent Banister, 63, of Cullman will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saturday, prior to the funeral. The interment will be at...
Obituary: Derrol King Burney Sr.
Derrol King Burney Sr., age 75, of Falkville, died Monday September 13, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Clifford and Virginia Burney; wife: Linda Shoemake Burney; son: Marty Burney; brother: Steve Burney and his sisters: Judy Johnston, Barbara Burks and Kathy Burney.
Derrol...
Attorney General Steve Marshall warns President Biden to drop illegal vaccine mandate or face lawsuit
MONTGOMERY, Ala. —Attorney General Steve Marshall warned President Joe Biden that he will face a lawsuit if his administration proceeds with his mandate that private-sector employees either get a COVID-19 shot, submit to weekly testing or be fired. Attorney General Marshall joined a coalition...
Baileyton Town Council decide to change Baileyton Bargain Days to monthly event; renovations being made to town park
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton Town Council met Monday night and were joined by several members of the town’s senior center to discuss several issues, including building security and use of the town’s bus for senior excursions. Since returning to normal activities in July,...
Arrests and incidents reported September 16, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 16, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 13
unlawful possession of marijuana; CR 940theft of property; Hwy. 91burglary; CR 310domestic violence; Scott...
CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH released Sept. 15
Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level of community transmission.
Cullman Regional Current Situation
· 80 COVID positive patients, 15 of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be vigilant in mask wearing and social distancing. Everyone should continue to follow precautions to...
Four people arrested in home drug bust
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - After Cullman County Deputies attempted to serve a warrant in the Bremen area, they were able to make four arrests at a residence on September 11.
CCSO deputies were attempting to locate Justin Wise in a Bremen home.
While at the residence,...
South Vinemont Town Council appoints Sonya Copeland to oversee Town finances
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of South Vinemont passed their FY2022 budget Tuesday evening of $598,534.21. The town projects revenues to be $600,885.81. The budget passed unanimously.
During the work session meeting, the council discussed each council member having an assigned area of focus. One...
Cullman man arrested on theft charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man was arrested by both the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department following a traffic violation that led to the discovery of drug possession and active warrants.
Trey B. Guthery, 27, of Hanceville was arrested on Tuesday, September...
Obituary: John Thurmon Bishop
Funeral service for John Thurmon Bishop, 80, of Cullman will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 17, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home. The...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Dingler
Jerry Wayne Dingler, 52, of Cullman, passed from this life on September 12, 2021 at his residence. A celebration of life memorial service will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, October 3, 2021 at his residence at 31 County Road 1607, Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored...
Obituary: Roy Douglas Wawerski
Roy Douglas Wawerski, 58, of Cullman, passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2021.
Roy was born in Ottawa, Illinois on July 16, 1963 and died at his residence on September 14, 2021.
Survivors include his two brothers: Bob (Connie) and Ray (Peggy) Wawerski; one sister: Tina Wawerski;...
Obituary: Rickey Leo Waldrop
Funeral service for Rickey Leo Waldrop, 65, of Cullman will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 17, 2021, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The visitation will be Thursday, September 16, 2021 from 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home. The interment will be...
Obituary: Hershel Edward “Ed” White
Mr. Hershel Edward “Ed” White, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2021. He proudly served in the United States Air Force.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents: Hershel Leon White and Wyneta (Posey) White and his brother: Michael...
Obituary: James Cecil Samples
James Cecil Samples, age 71, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2021. James was born June 17, 1950 in Alabama.
A celebration of life graveside service for James will be held Friday, September 24, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.
Fond memories and expressions of...
Obituary: William Nathan Pinkard
William Nathan Pinkard, age 67, of Hackleburg, passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Russellville Hospital.
Mr. Pinkard was born on June 15, 1954 in Missouri. Nathan was a loyal member at Living Faith Pentecostal Church of God. He worked for Piggly Wiggly of Haleyville...
Obituary: Michael “Mike” Wesley Callahan
Michael "Mike" Wesley Callahan, age 65, of Arab, passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Cullman Regional. He was born November 2, 1955, to the late Harry and Earlene Callahan.He graduated from J.B. Pennington High School in 1973. Once out of high school,...
Cullman County Schools Covid update
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Below are the latest COVID-19 numbers for Cullman County Schools. We are pleased to report that numbers are declining across the district.
As of Tuesday, September 14: Positive: 69 close contact: 242, which is 3.3% of the district's 9,425 students. Two...
Salary schedule concerns raised to Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools held their final Budgetary Hearing for Fiscal Year 2022 Monday, Sept. 13. The same presentation given by Chief School Financial Officer/ Chief Operating Officer James Brumley at the first Budgetary Hearing last Thursday was made once more to...
Arrests and incidents reported September 15, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 15, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
September 13
identity theft; personfourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive...
PREP FOOTBALL: Local teams hitting midseason stretch in week 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – With nearly half of the high school football season behind us, local teams are hitting the midseason stretch and preparing for some big-time regional contests this week. This week’s slate includes a pair of local rivalry games as well. Hanceville will...
Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Sept. 13-17
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health is recognizing the important role direct support professionals play in supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities by highlighting Sept. 13-17, 2021 as Direct Support Professional Recognition Week. The annual celebration provides an opportunity to...
Cullman Area Technology Academy’s Cosmetology program a great way to kick off your beauty career
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Cullman Area Technology Academy, Cosmetology is one of the many programs offered to students. The program puts students inside a salon atmosphere and is designed to jump-start their careers in the beauty industry. The program offers instruction in the...
Good Hope City Council receives TAP Grant, approves pyrotechnics ordinance
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting Monday night and approved a new Resolution and Ordinance affecting local pharmacies, manufactured home sales and fireworks distributors. The council approved Ordinance No. 017-2021 which pertains to the distancing of...
Obituary: Vaifoa Taimi Love
Vaifoa Taimi Love, 81, of Holly Pond, passed away on September 13, 2021. Vai was born April 22, 1940, in Pago Pago, America Samoa, to Ti and FaaVela Taimi.
Vai was a long-time resident of the Union Grove community, and she enjoyed attending church at...
Obituary: Jayne Morrison Gross
Funeral services for Jayne Morrison Gross, 86, of Decatur, Alabama, will be on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home in Cullman with Rev. Billy Harper officiating. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service. The burial will...
Obituary: Pat Dunn
Pat Dunn, 81, of Cullman, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2021, after a three-year battle with dementia. Pat graduated from Andalusia High School in 1958 and married the same year. She moved to Cullman in 1966 and after several years of operating her...
Arrests and incidents reported September 14, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 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
September 9
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; general...
Hanceville man arrested on multiple drug charges
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on September 10 arrested a local man on multiple drug charges.
Christopher Franklin Walker, 48, of Hanceville, was stopped by CCSO deputies for a traffic violation in the Hanceville area.
According to the CCSO, Deputies were given consent...
Hanceville man arrested on sex charges
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A Hanceville man was arrested at his residence on September 9 by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
Cameron David Carden, 26, of Hanceville was arrested for sex offense /sodomy (by a Grand Jury indictment) and sexual abuse in the first degree of...
Cullman City Schools Sept. 14 COVID-19 case update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Schools system has a total of 22 students currently absent due to reported positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday, September 14, according to the latest school attendance data.Cullman High School reported eight positive student cases, Cullman City...
Pet of the Week: Smell the flowers with Honeybee!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter‘s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Honeybee is a 3.5-4-year-old Walker hound/terrier mix. She is a low-to-medium-energy gal who has the most optimistic personality around! Not only is she brimming with positivity, but...
Local man arrested on 15 counts of child porn
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office works collaboratively with multiple agencies, one of those agencies being Internet Crimes Against Children.
CCSO Investigators recently received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children about a Vinemont man.
Shawn Alexander Chaney, 21, of...
