Arrests and incidents reported October 21, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 21, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 18
domestic violence; reckless endangerment; Hwy. 31violation of protection order; Hwy. 91theft of property; Summit...
Andrew Maresh found guilty for the murder of Daniel Ray Osborn, II
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announced in a press release on Thursday that Andrew Jacob Maresh was found guilty after a three-day jury trial in the Cullman County Circuit Court for the murder of Daniel Ray Osborn, II.
“Our thoughts and...
Cullman High School Theatre winter show dates announced
CULLMAN, Ala. – One of the most highly anticipated fall/winter events at Cullman High School is the theatre department’s winter show.
While typically held in the fall, the Cullman High School Theatre Department will be hosting their performance of ‘Frozen Jr.’ in January 2022, with...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles win County Championships; Whitlow, Edgeworth earn individual crowns
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Championship was held in Fairview earlier today and the Cold Springs Eagles put on an impressive display to capture both the boys’ and girls’ championships. The Eagles outpaced Holly Pond by 20 points and the Lady Eagles...
Cullman County Commission approves new Cullman County Parks policy
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission introduced a new policy on Tuesday evening stating all full-time campers, excepting lease storage rentals, must vacate Cullman County Parks by January 31, 2022. The new policy also states that campers will not be allowed to reside...
Cullman Area Technology Academy holds open house Tuesday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Technology Academy held an open house for their freshly renovated health science department Tuesday afternoon. The students stood full of expectation at their stations ready to explain each process and lesson to attendees.
First-year student Hannah Veres shared with...
UAB accepts invitation to join the American Athletic Conference
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The University of Alabama at Birmingham will join the American Athletic Conference, as momentum and success continue to build across UAB and in the Department of Athletics.
On Thursday, Oct. 21, American Athletic Conference officials announced that Charlotte, Florida Atlantic, North Texas, Rice and...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison advances to state tournament; Cullman, Arab fall at North Super Regional
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Three local squads were in Huntsville for this year’s North Super Regional Volleyball Tournament Wednesday and one of them is advancing to next week’s state tournament in Birmingham. The Addison Lady Bulldogs dominated Altamont (25-11, 25-8, 25-11) and Athens Bible (25-11,...
Obituary: Thomas (Tommy) Lambert
Thomas (Tommy) Lambert, age 65, of Cullman, Alabama, took his last earthly breath on the evening of Monday, October 18, 2021 in his home and woke up in the arms of Jesus. Tommy was born on February 6, 1956 in Birmingham, Alabama to A.C....
Obituary: William (Billy) Edwards, Jr.
Mr. William (Billy) Edwards, Jr., son of William (Bill) Edwards, Sr. and Mary Louise Edwards was born on August 21, 1969. He transitioned on October 18, 2021. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Colony Community Cemetery...
Obituary: Ophelia Fields
Funeral services for Ophelia Fields of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 23 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Colony Community Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 22 at Hanceville Funeral...
Obituary: Virginia Mae Long-Gunter
Funeral services for Virginia Mae Long-Gunter of Bremen, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 22 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Dorsey Creek Cemetery in Bremen. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home on Friday...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School to host “Fall Flea Market” Sat. November 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School is excited to announce another installment of their Fall Flea Market on Saturday, November 20th. A variety of booths will be available for shoppers to peruse. The event will be set up safe from the elements inside...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope’s Malin lands on North All-Star Roster
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – This year’s North-South All-Star Football Rosters have been announced and Good Hope Quarterback Tanner Malin was among the stars on the North roster. The 63rd AHSAA North-South All-Star Football Game will be played at Mobile’s Hancock Whitney Stadium on Friday, December 17. The...
PREP FOOTBALL: Local teams preparing for region finales this week
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s regular season is coming to a close and the playoff picture is becoming a little clearer with each passing week. Several local squads have already secured postseason berths and are playing to improve their position while others are looking...
An in-depth guide to local fall fun
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Fall is finally here and with it are many fun seasonal events! From craft shows to fall festivals, there are a range of things going on around town, for families and friends of all ages.
Nightmare in Vinemont - Oct. 22...
Obituary: Herman David Ruth (Updated)
Herman David Ruth, 74, of Hanceville, passed from this life October 18, 2021 at his residence surrounded by family.
A memorial service will be Friday, October 22, 2021 at the Christ Lutheran Church from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Mr. Ruth was born January 17,...
Obituary: Sherry Ann (Lynn) Tankersley
Sherry Ann (Lynn) Tankersley, age 64, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021.
Sherry was born May 16, 1957 in Cullman, Alabama to Travis Wayne and Rebecca Ann Lovvorn Lynn.
She is preceded in death by her father and a nephew: Grant O'Neal...
Obituary: Rhonda Gail Wood
Rhonda Gail Wood, 60, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on October 18, 2021. She was born in Tennessee on October 20, 1960, to Rayburn Delker and Kathryn Hooper Needham.
Mrs. Wood enjoyed crafting and making floral arrangements. She also enjoyed puzzles and she loved...
Obituary: Euretha White Allen
Euretha White Allen, 66, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on October 18, 2021. She was born in Cullman County, Alabama, July 30, 1955, to Joseph Roger and Lennie Euthera Brooks White.
Ms. Allen was an avid reader. She enjoyed poetry, her TV shows and...
Obituary: Hattie Luwanda Sizemore
Hattie Luwanda Sizemore, 67, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on October 18, 2021. She was born April 22, 1954, to William Bill and Ruth Helen Phillips Brown.
Luwanda was a member of Temple Baptist Church of Cullman. Mrs. Sizemore was blessed with many talents, and...
Arrests and incidents reported October 19, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 19, 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
October 13
leaving scene of accident; person; Olive St. SW;...
Giant bear sighting in Berlin means a merry Christmas is coming!
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Volunteer Fire Department has come up with a novel idea to help some families in need this Christmas: a seven-foot tall, teddy bear from the F.A.O. Schwarz toy store in New York, valued at $1,000 and provided by an...
Cullman County Economic Development’s Bradley Williams and Matt Kinsland on how they and their team secure grants for Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. - When Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff “Clem” Clemons took office almost one year ago, his main area of focus was Cullman County Economic Development. Bradley Williams was named Director of the CCED and he assembled his team and got to work....
Pet of the Week: Enjoy autumn with Greta!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Greta is a 2.5-year-old Shepherd/Heeler mix. She is a medium-energy gal who is an attentive gal who enjoys spending time with her special person and makes a...
Maresh goes on trial in 2018 murder of Daniel Osborn
CULLMAN, Ala. - Andrew Maresh, 21, of Falkville, began his trial following jury selection on Monday in the 2018 death of Daniel Ray Osborn II. Maresh and co-defendant Tyler Hudson are charged with shooting Osborn on the property of Maresh’s grandmother Susan Smith on...
Berlin names new councilman
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening approved Tony Duke to be its newest councilman, filling the vacancy left by the death of Bruce Bentley. Duke will be sworn in and assume duties at the November meeting. Mayor Patrick Bates said...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs JV routs Curry 42-0 to complete perfect season
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Eagles looked to make history on Monday night when they hosted the Curry Yellow Jackets and behind a huge night on the ground and a smothering defensive performance, they rolled past Curry 42-0 to cap off their first 8-0 season...
Obituary: Helen Marie Corbin
Funeral services for Helen Marie Corbin of Hanceville will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will be at the funeral home prior to the service beginning at 12:00 p.m.
Mrs....
Obituary: Mary Florence McLendon-Meadows
Mary Florence McLendon-Meadows, 77, of Jones Chapel, passed from this life on October 16, 2021 at her residence.
A memorial service will be planned and announced by the family. Mrs. Meadows was born February 29, 1944 to Oliver Eugene and Florence Compton McLendon.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Norma Faye (Morris) Bradley
Norma Faye (Morris) Bradley, age 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021. Norma was born May 15, 1939 in Cullman, Alabama to Arthur and Alice Guthery Morris.
A visitation for Norma will be held Sunday, October 17, 2021 from 5:30 p.m....
Obituary: Patricia Diane Stancil
Patricia Diane Stancil, 73, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away on October 15, 2021. She was born October 27, 1947, in Blount County, Alabama, to Junice James and Martha Louise Woods Smith.
Diane worked many years as a sitter for the elderly and homebound. She loved...
Obituary: Marvin Geral Waid
Marvin Geral Waid of Double Springs entered into rest on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, Alabama.
Marvin was born on June 1, 1933 in Double Springs, Alabama. He was an avid golfer, deer hunter and fisherman. He loved the...
Obituary: Barbara Joyce Clark
Funeral service for Barbara Joyce Clark, age 71, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jim Butts officiating and interment in Antioch Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. prior to...
Obituary: Stephen Alan Frenchko
A memorial gathering for Stephen Alan Frenchko of Bremen, Alabama will be from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Frenchko was born on April 8, 1964 in Chicago, Illinois to Stephen and Elizabeth (Warner) Frenchko. He died...
Hartselle Health Park Urgent Care now open
HARTSELLE, Ala. - Cullman Regional has opened a new Urgent Care Center at Hartselle Health Park, providing the community new and much needed healthcare services.
“Access to healthcare is vital for communities like Hartselle,” said Cullman Regional CEO James Clements. “We’re immensely proud of Hartselle...
Arrests and incidents reported October 18, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 18, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 14
domestic violence; High School Rd.permitting dogs to run at large; CR 603domestic violence; Ege...
October 2021 events you won’t want to miss
CULLMAN, Ala. - This October, there are loads of activities for friends and family of all ages throughout Cullman. As most know, October ushers in the series of months that contain the most holidays for the year. From October 1st – January 1st, there...
Obituary: Carolyn Bartlett
Funeral service for Carolyn Bartlett, 77, of Logan will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, October 21, 2021 at Valley Springs Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery, with Rev. Tim Box officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:00 p.m....
Obituary: Girtsell Clarise Harper
Funeral services for Girtsell Clarise Harper of Hanceville will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 18 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Duck River Cemetery. Reverends Wendell Peterson, Richard Roberts and Barbara Trussell will be officiating. The family will welcome guests for...
Veteran Memorial: Herman Newton Yates
Herman Newton Yates was born March 12, 1924 in Cullman, County. His parents, Thomas Newton and Rosie C. Yates, resided at Route 8 in Vinemont. At the age of 18, Herman registered for military service with the United States Marine Corps and served during...
Local author to debut second book at Hanceville festival
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Public Library has announced local writer Greg Burden will feature his second book at the 30th Annual Mud Creek Marching Festival. The book is titled “Hanceville, The First 150 Years.”
Also available will be Burden’s first book, “Blount Springs, Fountain of Youth”, which details the history of...
Files from Yesteryear: From the Files of 1930:
The Good Hope 4-H Club met January 20 at the school. Mrs. Rounds called the meeting to order. A demonstration was given on making bound buttonholes and inset pockets. Each member made a bound buttonhole at the meeting. Officers were elected for the year...
Obituary: Consuela “Edna” Everly
Consuela “Edna” Everly, age 87, of Haleyville, passed away Saturday, October 16, 2021 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence.
She was born December 30, 1933 to Ross and Matilda Thompson.
Visitation will be Monday, October 18, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Nichols...
Obituary: James Donald Walker, Sr
James Donald Walker, Sr., 83, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on October 14, 2021. He was born August 23, 1938, in Cullman County, Alabama, to James Earnest and Izetta Rosaline Higgins Walker.
Mr. Walker was a member of Madison Creek Baptist Church in Nashville,...
Veteran Memorial: Milford Gay Wiggins
Milford Gay Wiggins was born September 25, 1923 in Cullman County. His parents were Arnold Henry and Flossie Minerva Wiggins and they resided in Holly Pond. At the age of 19, Milford enlisted in the United States Army at Ft. McClellan. He served during...
Downtown Hanceville hosting Project Rebound pop-up shop circuit event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Local entrepreneurs are getting an opportunity to showcase their wares in downtown Hanceville.
The Decatur-Morgan Entrepreneurial Center is hosting a pop-up shop circuit event in Hanceville on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
The event is being held in conjunction...
Hanceville City Council grants requests for several upcoming fall events
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council granted several requests in preparation for several festivals and events taking place in Hanceville in the coming weeks. Over the next several weekends, there will be many opportunities for some Halloween fun with the kids as well...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek falls at Pickens County 22-6
REFORM, Ala. – After hammering Lynn on the road 46-15 last week, the Meek Tigers were back on the road for another region contest Friday night. They couldn’t get the result they were looking for this time though as they fell behind early and...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point drops region game at Douglas 34-14
DOUGLAS, Ala. – After downing Sardis at home last week, the West Point Warriors hit the road Friday night for another regional battle against the Douglas Eagles. The Warriors rallied to take a lead after falling behind early, but the Eagles were able to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville drops region matchup to Ashville 42-0
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs returned to Ray Talley Stadium for another regional matchup Friday night, and they were there to take on the Bulldogs of Ashville. Hanceville fell behind in the first half, could never find a rhythm on offense and fell...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison downs Hamilton at home 22-21
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the Hamilton Aggies for Homecoming at lovely A.G. Hicks stadium on Friday night and the crowd was treated to a very good game. Addison was able to squeak out a hard fought 22-21 win to send the crowd to the Homecoming dance...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls to Winston County at home 34-7
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Eagles were back home for a region game against Winston County Friday night but unfortunately for Eagles fans, it was all Yellow Jackets from the start as they handed the Eagles a 34-7 region loss.
On Cold Springs' opening...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope tops Dora in 15-14 thriller
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders hosted a massive region game against the Dora Bulldogs Friday night and were able to make just enough plays down the stretch to pull ahead and collect a 15-14 win to stay in the driver’s seat...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview blows past Brewer 55-14
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Often a game has a star that really sticks out and for Fairview tonight it was nearly the entire team. Multiple players had career nights as the Aggies improved to 7-1 on the season, wasting no time putting away Brewer 55-14.
Fairview...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond drops region game to Susan Moore 26-18
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Susan Moore Bulldogs traveled to Holly Pond to face the Broncos Friday night and the weather was perfect for high school football. The game was a close one all the way into fourth quarter, but the Broncos couldn’t keep pace...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont falls at Oakman 28-6
OAKMAN, Ala. – After topping Susan Moore in a shootout on the road last week, Vinemont was back on the road Friday night to face off against the Oakman Wildcats and the Wildcats came away with a 28-6 homecoming victory.
Vinemont had a tough time...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats smother Athens at home 10-3
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats returned home to Oliver Woodard Stadium for the final time in the regular season and put together a phenomenal defensive performance to top the Athens Eagles 10-3. The ‘Cats generated four turnovers in the win and an early...
Obituary: Wanda Jean Quick
Funeral service for Wanda Jean Quick, 72, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Hopewell Cemetery, with Rev. John Garrison officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10:00...
Wallace State recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month with guest speakers, campus events
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College recognized Hispanic Heritage Month with events this week at both the main campus and at the Oneonta site.
Wallace State alums Juan Chavez, the first Latino deputy to work for the Blount County Sheriff’s Office, and Dr. Paul...
Arrests and incidents reported October 15, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 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
October 13
harassment; person
October 14
Arrests
October 14
Ford, Shayla M.; 25
FTA- fourth-degree...
Man arrested for sexual abuse of Cullman child
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday arrested a Louisiana man for sexual abuse of a child under 12.
Dewitt Cecil Bobbit, 65, of Alexander, LA, was arrested at the Cullman County Detention Center.
He was arrested for a warrant stemming from an...
Wallace State hosting flu shot clinics Oct. 19-21
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College will host flu shot clinics Oct. 19 - 21 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. each day in room 200 of the School of Nursing and Center for Science building.
Shots will be provided for free with those...
Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development forges first Truck Mechanic Registered Apprenticeship in partnership with ACTION Resources
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development has forged its first Truck Mechanic Registered Apprenticeship in partnership with ACTION Resources. This is the first competency-based Truck Mechanic program registered by the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship (AOA).
The champion company...
Obituary: Christopher Wayne Morgan
Christopher Wayne Morgan, 55, of Crane Hill, passed from this life on October 11, 2021 at his residence. A memorial service will be Saturday, October 16, 2021, 10:30 a.m. at Mount Zion Baptist Church in Westover, AL (Old Hwy 280).
Cullman Funeral Home is honored...
Cullman County Schools announces new leadership hires
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Education at its October 2021 meeting approved the hiring of four new leaders for the school system: assistant superintendent, director of federal programs, director of instructional programs and technology coordinator. The new hires are a...
Multiple local people arrested on drug charges over last week
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office announced multiple arrests involving methamphetamine over the last few days.
Sheriff Matt Gentry said he’s continually proud of the efforts by deputies in getting drugs off the streets.
On Monday, October 11, Howard Scott Riddle, 45, of Cullman,...
Arrests and incidents reported October 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
Incidents
October 12
harassment; CR 1663theft of property; Hwy. 91illegal possession of prescription drugs; unlawful possession of...
‘This town has come a long way!’
VINEMONT, Ala. - “This town has come a long way!” CPA Larry Cooke had that to say about the Town of South Vinemont at their October council meeting. Cooke was at the meeting to present the town’s 2020 audit and described the audit as...
Senior Day makes a return to the 2021 Cullman County Fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - Senior Fair Day 2021 was back Wednesday after being cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic. The Coca-Cola Theater was full of Cullman County’s 60 and over crowd, as it was their turn to have a little fun at the Cullman...
Four-hour training exercise planned at Cullman Regional Airport Thursday morning
VINEMONT, Ala. - Beginning promptly at 8:30 a.m. Thursday morning, the Cullman Regional Airport will conduct a full-scale exercise which is limited to a 4-hour training incident.
CRA general manager Ben Harrison stated on Wednesday, “Dispatch centers should be aware that any call/messaging regarding the exercise...
Arrests and incidents reported October 13, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 13, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 7
domestic violence; trespassing; Hwy. 69 Sunlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
Multiple units involved in high-speed chase
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - According to a statement from the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, a CCSO Deputy attempted to make a traffic stop in Cullman County.
The vehicle fled and the pursuit led into Morgan County on Interstate 65. The driver left the vehicle and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Local teams fighting for playoff position in week 8
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the 2021 AHSAA State Playoffs right around the corner, each game remaining on the schedule becomes more important with each passing week. A few teams like Cullman, Arab, Meek, Good Hope and Fairview have already secured a spot in the...
Crane Hill man arrested for burglary and assault
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic violence call after a local man broke into a nearby residence and threatened the family inside.
Christopher Lee Sanford, 37, of Crane Hill, was arrested Oct. 4 by CCSO deputies following a...
Begin deer season with food safety in mind
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Withdeer season opening Oct. 15, Mark Smith, a wildlife scientist with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, says hunters need a game plan to get venison from the field to the table safely.
“Hunters need a plan for managing heat, moisture and bacterial contamination,” said...
Obituary: Larry Edwin Preiss, Sr.,
Larry Edwin Preiss, Sr., age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Larry was born February 4, 1936 in Cullman, Alabama.
Larry is survived by his wife of 64 years: Nancy Hart Preiss; his children: Larry...
Obituary: Odie Bell Davis
Mrs. Odie Bell Davis, age 95, of Garden City, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on October 9, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 75 years: Harden Davis: daughter: Brenda Sue; her seven siblings and many extended family members. She is...
Obituary: Eutrella Faye Webb
Eutrella Faye Webb, age 72, of Haleyville, passed away Monday, October 11, 2021, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Eutrella was born on May 8, 1949 in Haleyville, Alabama.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 14, 2021 in...
Obituary: Gregory Glover
Gregory Glover, 62, of Addison, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 11, 2021 at Walker Baptist Hospital in Jasper, Alabama.
Gregory was born on August 12, 1959 in Colorado. Gregory loved fishing, hunting, watching wrestling, westerns and spending time with his family and friend, Clynoid...
Obituary: Mary Elizabeth Reed
Funeral service for Mary Elizabeth Reed, age 63, of Vinemont, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at Cornerstone Revival Center. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. prior to the service and from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m....
Obituary: Billy Ray Leonard
Billy Ray Leonard, age 55, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021, at Huntsville Hospital. He was born July 20, 1966, to Donald Leonard and Carolyn Bagwell Wood.He was preceded in death by his parents: Donald Leonard, Carolyn Bagwell Wood and Thomas...
Good Hope City Council approves WSCC endowed scholarship fund
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting at Good Hope City Hall Tuesday night and covered a light list of agenda items. The council began Tuesday night’s meeting by discussing plans and ideas for the upcoming Good Hope...
Arrests and incidents reported October 12, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 12, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 7
domestic violence; trespassing; Hwy. 69 Sunlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
The 2021 Alabama National Fair Youth Beef Cattle Show and Alabama National Fair Goat Shows see winners from Cullman County
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The 2021 Alabama National Fair Youth Beef Cattle Show and the 2021 Alabama National Fair Goat Show took place in Montgomery’s Teague Arena on Saturday, October 9. This year’s youth livestock events were sponsored by the Alabama Farmers Federation and Alfa...
Cullman County Youth Football week 7 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- With only two weeks remaining in the regular season, the games keep getting bigger and bigger for some local teams that are looking to get in the playoffs. The West Point Warriors traveled to take on the Cullman Cyclones, the Cold...
Plant Bus makes first-time visit to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – After rescheduling due to rain, Houseplant Collective finally able set up their Plant Bus at Dreher’s Cocktail Bar and Restaurant Saturday afternoon.
Houseplant Collective owner Jessica Watts previously spoke to The Tribune on the business’ history explaining, “House Plant Collective was started...
Cullman City Council announces hazardous waste drop-off day, recognizes Oct. as Dyslexia Awareness Month
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting in Lucille N. Galin Auditorium Monday night and among the resolutions and ordinances on the agenda was a resolution to recognize October as Dyslexia Awareness Month. After an invocation and the pledge...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Good Hope sweeps Fairview in final regular season match
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Fairview traveled to take on Good Hope in Thursday afternoon volleyball action. In their final regular season match, the Lady Raiders got all they could handle from the Lady Aggies, but they ended up sweeping Fairview 3-0.
Good Hope 25 - Fairview 22 (1st...
Obituary: Therisa Anita Thornton
Funeral services for Therisa Anita Thornton of Hanceville will be 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 13 at The Refuge Church in Cullman. Reverend Tim Dubberly will be officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 12 at The Refuge Church....
Obituary: Margie Ann Johnson Pruitt
Funeral services for Margie Ann Johnson Pruitt, 78, of Holly Pond, who died Monday, October 11, 2021, will be held Thursday, October 14 at 2:00 p.m. at Cullman First Church of the Nazarene. Reverend Micah Sturm will officiate. Visitation will be on Thursday beginning...
Obituary: Rebecca Ann Glenn
Memorial service for Rebecca Ann Glenn, age 79, of Cullman, will be at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, October 15, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Pastor John Bussman officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. prior to the service.Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Walter Marvin Turney
Funeral Service for Walter Marvin Turney, age 89, of Vinemont, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jared Folks officiating and interment in Mt. Zion Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m....
Obituary: Judy Nell Hill
Judy Nell Hill, 75, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Judy was born on September 14, 1946 in Langdale, Alabama. She enjoyed bird watching and gardening, especially flowers. Her favorite pastime was...
Obituary: Alma Jean Thomas Ashley
Alma Jean Thomas Ashley, 77, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Friday, October 8, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Alma was born on March 13, 1944 in Jasper, Alabama.
The family will hold a memorial service at a later date.
Alma is...
Obituary: Dorothy Nell Watson York
A graveside service for Dorothy Nell Watson York will be held on Wednesday, October 13, at 2:00 p.m. at the City of Cullman Cemetery. Dot died peacefully on October 9, 2021, at Woodland Village Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Cullman, where she lived for...
Cullman Regional’s Annual Trunk or Treat event cancelled
Cullman, Ala. — Cullman Regional’s 2021 Trunk or Treat event is cancelled.
Cullman Regional appreciates the community’s support throughout the pandemic and looks forward to the return of hospital events.
For more information about services provided by Cullman Regional, visit online at https://cullmanregional.com/.
Arrests and incidents reported October 11, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 11, 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
October 8
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; general...
Crane Hill woman arrested following traffic stop
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - A local woman was arrested on multiple drug changes following a traffic stop October 4 by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
Tonya Day Gohn, 45, of Crane Hill, was arrested after she was stopped for a traffic violation on Interstate-65 at...
SPORTS COLUMN: recapping an eventful week 6 of college football
Perfect Storm Dethrones Alabama. First the first time in 25 tries, a coach from the Nick Saban coaching tree has finally taken him down. Jimbo Fisher led Texas A&M to a 41-38 win at home over the no. 1 team in the land, but here...
