Arrests and incidents reported September 28, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 28, 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 27
fourth-degree theft of property; person; 3rd Ave. NE;...
UPDATE: Deceased man found in Cullman storage unit identified
CULLMAN, Ala. - A deceased man was found in the Denson Avenue storage units in Cullman late on Tuesday afternoon.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the man as Lawrence Rodney Balduf Jr., 40, from Cordova. It was reported that the man had been staying...
PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies preparing to make playoff push
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Halfway through the 2021 season, Fairview has found itself in a very familiar spot with a chance to host the first round of the playoffs on the line going into this week’s game at Boaz. Let’s take a look at what...
Cullman City Schools Sept. 28 COVID-19 case update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Schools system has a total of 13 students currently absent due to reported positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday, September 28, according to the latest school attendance data.East Elementary School reported four positive student cases, West Elementary...
Cullman County and City School students honor former Vinemont teacher Savanna Davis Monday
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – A sea of red entrenched students across both City and County schools of Cullman today as they stood together to mourn the loss of one of their own, Savanna Terry Davis of Vinemont Elementary School. Posts across social media and...
Cullman City Council passes $182 million 2022 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening approved its fiscal year 2022 budget totalling $182,221,169 in projected expenses with equivalent revenues. The grand total almost doubled last year’s grand total of $93,833,075. The largest single operating fund, the General Fund, totaled...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cullman sweeps tri-match with Haleyville, Hatton
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman took on Haleyville and Hatton in a pair of non-area matches at home Monday and was able to build some momentum going into some key area contests after sweeping both the Lady Lions and the Lady Hornets 2-0.
Cullman 2 -...
Obituary: Gregory Niles Segars
Funeral service for Gregory Niles Segars, 60, of Cullman will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at the Joppa Church of God. The family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service. The interment will be in Etha...
Obituary: Noel Reveles
Noel Reveles, 44, of Brilliant, passed away Saturday, September 25, 2021, at Northwest Medical Center.
Mr. Reveles was born on June 21, 1977 in California.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 8, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at Brilliant Church of God. Brother Greg...
Obituary: Stanley Wayne “Bird” Twilley
Mr. Stanley Wayne "Bird" Twilley, age 70, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. Bird was born December 18, 1950 to Alva Mae McFadden and Ozelle Bonnie Twilley.
Bird, as many knew him by, was loved by everyone, never met a stranger...
Obituary: Agnes Irene Mills
Agnes Irene Mills, age 90, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, September 24, 2021. Agnes was born November 28, 1930 in Alabama.
A celebration of life visitation for Agnes will be held Thursday, September 30, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral...
Obituary: Savanna Layne (Terry) Davis
Savanna Layne (Terry) Davis, 23, of Trinity, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021. Her visitation will be on Tuesday, September 28, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Roselawn Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 11:00...
Obituary: George Franklin Johnson Sr.
George Franklin Johnson Sr., age 93, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, September 26, 2021. George was born September 7, 1928.
George was preceded in death by his sister: Alice L. Johnson; his sister: Hattie McCormick; his sister: Annie Mae Newman, his brother: James...
Obituary: Luis Angel Estrada Lopez
We’re born, we live, we pass. We all know this, but sometimes we don’t realize how short that time frame is.Four weeks ago, Grandpa was playing competitive pickleball. The following week, he got COVID-induced pneumonia. On September 8, 2021, Grandpa met Jesus face-to-face. September...
Arrests and incidents reported September 27, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 27, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 23
domestic violence; CR 205unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; I-65 SB rest areaharassment; Hwy. 31domestic...
Cullman Regional welcomes Endocrinologist, Lakshmi Kannan, MD, to Medical Group
Cullman, Ala. — Cullman Regional welcomes Endocrinologist and Obesity Medicine Specialist, Lakshmi Kannan, MD, to the Cullman Regional Medical Group. Dr. Kannan completed her medical degree at Thanjavur Medical College, and later, completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia,...
Don’t let your guard down, COVID-19 continues circulating in Alabama communities
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - COVID-19 continues to infect persons in Alabama, with the Delta variant the predominant strain. Given that recent numbers of cases, percent positive tests and hospitalizations are decreasing, Alabamians may feel that the worst is behind us. However, the potential for this...
Work-Based Learning ready to boost employability in Cullman’s growing industries
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Work-based learning opportunities are real-time educational strategies that provide students with genuine work experience. With these opportunities, students can apply academic and technical skills while developing their employability.
Cullman County Schools’ Work Based Learning Coordinator Haynes Riddle currently has over 200...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 5 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- We are now past the halfway point of the 2021 Cullman County Youth Football season and from here on out, they'll be some huge games with playoff implications on the line. Complete focus will be needed for every team if they...
Obituary: Ronald Wesley “Runt” Thompson
Funeral service for Ronald Wesley “Runt” Thompson, 60, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Union Hill United Methodist Cemetery and Rev. Clifford Barger officiating. Visitation will be Thursday at the funeral...
Obituary: Rhonda Marie Swann
Funeral services for Rhonda Marie Swann of Hanceville will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery. Reverend Clay Tankersley will officiate. Visitation for the public will be from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m....
Obituary: Patricia Ann Creel
Patricia Ann Creel, 74, of Baileyton, passed away on September 25, 2021. She was born at home in Baileyton on September 24, 1947, to Lewis and Naomi McGriff Camp.
Mrs. Creel worked as an insurance clerk at Woodland Hospital for 33 years. After her retirement,...
Files from Yesteryear: From The Files Of 1950:
A couple of bootleggers made the mistake of driving with lights too dim. When officers stopped the vehicle to investigate the lights, they smelled a strong odor of “corn whiskey.” Officers found 29 gallons of Wildcat whiskey.
Mr. and Mrs. Francis Holcomb’s house and all...
Revenue commissioner announces changes for October and in 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Office of Revenue Commission announced big changes coming for Cullman in regard to tags, decals and stickers beginning October 1, 2021.
Revenue Commissioner Barry Willingham said the State of Alabama is making numerous changes in tags for 2022, including truck and...
Obituary: James “PawPete” Whaley
Funeral service for James “PawPete” Whaley, 82, of Hanceville, will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 27, 2021, at Mt. Joy Baptist Church. Visitation will begin at 5:30 p.m, Sunday, September 26, 2021 at Mt. Joy Baptist Church. Bro. Steve Rodgers, Bro. Charlie Pierce and...
Obituary: Marion Louie Jochum Jr.
In loving memory of Marion Louie Jochum Jr.
Mr. Jochum passed September 20, 2021 at Cullman Regional Hospital. He was born in Cullman County February 19, 1962 to Ethelene Powell and the late Louie Martini Jochum.
He was a man of all trades; he worked in the...
Tuesday Storytime at the library teaches participants finer points in counting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each Tuesday, there is a storytime held at 10:00 a.m. at the Cullman County Public Library. This week, guest speaker Ms. Suhana read books “1, 2, Buckle My Shoes” by Anna Grossnickle Hines and “1, 2, 3 Thanksgiving!” by W. Nikola-Lisa...
CCSO receives $2500 from Cullman County Industrial Development Authority
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Industrial Development Authority (IDA) presented a check on Friday to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Cullman County IDA, $2,500 was donated to the CCSO to support the special projects fund.
“The money will help special needs children...
Local man named ‘Operator of the Year’
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local man and Fairview High graduate was recently named National Operator of the Year due to the success of the Havoline Xpress Lube business he operates.
Jason and Crystal Berry, of Joppa, currently own two Havoline Xpress Lube businesses--one in Cullman...
UPDATE: Huntsville man arrested for 18 counts of child porn in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Huntsville man who was arrested on Friday for 18 counts of child pornography charges, was revealed to be a UAH professor, and more charges have been added to the count.
According to a press release from Cullman County District Attorney Wilson...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope holds off Addison 13-8
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope hosted the Addison Bulldogs for its homecoming game at lovely James W. Shabel Field on an absolutely gorgeous Friday night for football. The Raiders wouldn't allow the visiting Bulldogs to spoil their fun as the home team came away...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls at Falkville 49-7
FALKVILLE, Ala. – After dropping a region matchup to Aliceville at home last week, Cold Springs hit the road for a non-region game against the Blue Devils of Falkville. The Eagles fell behind early and couldn’t keep pace with the Blue Devils throughout the...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point downs Hayden on the road 14-6
HAYDEN, Ala. -- On a gorgeous fall night, the West Point Warriors traveled down I-65 to take on the Hayden Wildcats at Robert Reid Stadium. Both teams were coming off disappointing losses from the previous week, but West Point’s defense stepped up and powered...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab picks up 49-13 homecoming win over Brewer
ARAB, Ala. -- It was homecoming night for the Arab Knights as they looked to extend their winning streak to four against the visiting Brewer Patriots. The Knights forced three turnovers and their offense was firing on all cylinders, leading to a 49-13 win...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville earns 26-13 win at Locust Fork
LOCUST FORK, Ala. – After falling to region and county rival Good Hope last week, Hanceville hit the road again this week for a non-region matchup at Locust Fork. Points were hard to come by early in this one, but the Bulldogs found their...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman dominates No. 1 Mars Hill 49-7
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats returned to Oliver Woodard Stadium Friday night and after celebrating homecoming throughout the week, the celebration continued on the field against Mars Hill. The ‘Cats dominated the top-ranked 2A Panthers 49-7 to improve to 4-2 on the season...
Obituary: Craig Brooks
Craig Brooks, 57, of Blountsville, Alabama, passed away on September 14, 2021. He was born October 9, 1963.
Mr. Brooks is preceded in death by his parents: Fred and Gertrude Brooks.
He is survived by his sons: Daniel Brooks and Heath Brooks; brothers: David and Sylvia...
Obituary: Patsy Jean Fields
Patsy Jean Fields, 59, of Vinemont, AL passed away on Friday, September 17, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Survivors include three sons: James (Brandi) Fields, Christopher (Rebecca) Fields and Brian Fields; daughter: Melissa (Roland) Barger; seven grandchildren: Jaydlan and Easton Fields, Samuel and Wyatt...
Obituary: Jonathan Lee Humphrey
Jonathan Lee Humphrey, age 44, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Jonathan was born July 15, 1977 in Birmingham, Alabama.
Jonathan is survived by his wife: Amanda Dawn Jacobs Humphrey; sons: Brady Humphrey, Ethan Jacobs and...
Obituary: Billy Joe Hall
Billy Joe Hall, 76, of Cullman, passed away on September 24, 2021. He was born July 1, 1942, in Marshall County to Ramey and Era Erdie Johnston Hall.
Bill was a member of the Fairview Class of 1960. He married his best friend, Jo Ann,...
Obituary: Bethany Deanne Lamar
Bethany Deanne Lamar, 47, of Hanceville passed away Thursday, September 23, 2021 at her residence.
Cullman Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Ms. Lamar was born October 10, 1973 to Robert David and Sherry Dianne Doyle Lamar. She was preceded in death by her mother.
Survivors include...
Local military hero honored at ceremony Friday morning
CULLMAN, Ala. - An American hero was honored Friday morning at a ceremony held at the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Training Center. United States Marine Corps Sgt. Jacob Patrick Grey recently returned from Afghanistan after working tirelessly in the efforts to evacuate the remaining...
Arrests and incidents reported September 24, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 24, 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 22
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW;...
Patricia South honored after retiring from 32 years with ALEA
CULLMAN, Ala. - The commission meeting room was standing room only Tuesday as friends and colleagues came to congratulate Patricia “Trish” South on her retirement after 32 years of service with the ALEA Driver’s License Division. She was presented with several plaques and certificates...
Two women arrested for drug trafficking following traffic stop
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two women from neighboring states were arrested in Cullman County following a traffic stop on Tuesday according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
ALEA officials said following the traffic stop of a 2012 Hyundai Sonata for speeding and improper lane usage, troopers...
Obituary: Nicholas DeWitt Pinkard
Graveside service for Nicholas DeWitt Pinkard, 41, of Cullman will be 3:00 p.m., Sunday, September 26, 2021 at Center Point Baptist Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Sunday prior to the service at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The...
Obituary: Jessie Lee Logan
Jessie Lee Logan, age 73, of Arab died Saturday, September 18, 2021.
She is survived by her daughter: Deborah McBride (Eric); son, Michael King; grandchildren: Rickie McBride, Travis McBride, Christian King, Olivia Jordan and Morgan Jordan and her great-grandchildren: Donny McBride, Brantley McBride and Madalyn...
Obituary: Gary Ray “Big 10” Anders
Gary Ray “Big 10” Anders, 64, of Addison, entered into rest on September 23, 2021 at his residence.
Mr. Anders was born on January 17, 1957 in Haleyville.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Addison Church of...
Registration still available for upcoming ‘Book It’ 5k Run
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County are hosting their 2nd Annual Virtual 5k Run/ Walk and One Mile Fun Run beginning this Friday, Sept. 24- 30. Registration online at https://www.ccpls.com; $25 for the 5k and $15 for the...
Arrests and incidents reported September 23, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 23, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 20
theft of property; Hwy. 278 Wtheft of property; CR 1635theft of property; CR 1371theft...
Four Cullman residents arrested for public intoxication
CULLMAN, Ala. - During the early morning hours of Saturday, Sept. 18, four Cullman residents on a golf cart were pulled over by a Cullman County Sheriff’s deputy travelling down CR 1435, though they were originally spotted traveling down Eva Road in Cullman.
The CCSO...
PREP SWIMMING: Cullman hosts Tuesday meet with Athens, Florence
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Swim Team returned home for its final sprint format meet of the season Tuesday night and had another great performance against Florence and Athens. Bearcat swimmers collected 14 new personal best times, numerous top finishes, and two new school...
Cullman Regional earns national recognition for efforts to improve stroke and cardiovascular treatment
Cullman, Ala. — Cullman Regional has received two American Heart Association Achievement Awards, one of which has been awarded to the hospital for three consecutive years. The awards recognize Cullman Regional for implementing quality improvement measures that ensure stroke and cardiovascular patients receive the...
Cullman County Commission passes county FY2022 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission passed the county’s FY2022 budget at their meeting Tuesday evening. The $67.4 million budget prioritizes “roads, revitalizing the pay scale for county employees to try to recruit and retain the best employees we can, and a plan...
Obituary: Rachel Jean Wise
A graveside service for Rachel Jean Wise, of Cullman, will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 24, 2021 at Mt. Joy Missionary Baptist Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Tommy Graves will be officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m....
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: 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...
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....
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...
