PREP FOOTBALL: Local rivalries highlight week 1 slate
CULLMAN, Ala. – With week zero in the books, our local squads are turning their attention to this week’s approaching matchups. Friday night’s slate is highlighted by several local rivalries including West Point v. Good Hope, Cold Springs v. Holly Pond and Vinemont v....
Obituary: Rosemarie Matash
Funeral mass for Rosemarie Matash, 82, of Cullman will be at 10 a.m., Friday, August 27, 2021 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Reverend Patrick Egan, O.S.B. will officiate with interment in Good Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at...
Obituary: Freda Annette Batten
Funeral services for Freda Annette Batten, 77, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 27 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Welti Cumberland Cemetery. Reverend Lonnie Goodwin will officiate. Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August...
Obituary: Glenn Edward Byrd
The family of Mr. Byrd has elected cremation and a memorial service will be announced later by the family.
Mr. Byrd was born on December 6, 1946 to the late Leonard and Virginia (Reese) Byrd in Anderson County, South Carolina. He died at the age...
Obituary: Richard Joel Johnson
Memorial services for Mr. Richard Joel Johnson, 60, of Cullman will be announced at a later date.
Mr. Johnson passed from this life August 23, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born March 4, 1961 to Clarence and Elizabeth Ann White Johnson.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Megan Dawn Nethery
Celebration of life visitation for Megan Dawn Nethery, age 30, of Cullman, will be 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Ms. Nethery passed away on Sunday, August 22,...
Obituary: William Henry Worthington
Funeral service for William Henry Worthington, age 92, of Hanceville, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Tim Herron officiating and entombment in Cullman Heritage Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00...
Obituary: Faye Hilton Aaron
Faye Hilton Aaron, of Cullman, born August 6, 1935 in Margaret, Alabama, gained her angel wings
August 20, 2021.
Visitation will be Wednesday August 25, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Crestview Memorial Funeral Home. Graveside service will be Thursday August 26, at 11:00 a.m. at Crestview Memorial Gardens with Randy Phillips officiating.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Son and Myrtle Hilton; her husband: Bud Aaron and her
daughter: Michele Stewart.
She is survived by her daughter: Jenny (Randy) Phillips; grandchildren: Tanya (Tim) Arnold, Brandi
(Bobby) Tinker, Tim Phillips and Brandon (Holly) Stewart; great-grandchildren: Hagen (Riley) Speegle,
Drake (Chloe) Tinker, Maddie Tinker, Bailey Tinker, Alex Currington, Breana Arnold, Colby Jones and Zac
Arnold; great-great-grandchildren; Mason Speegle, Heidi Tinker and Gunner Creasy; sister: Martha
Battram and a host of inlaws, nieces and nephews. Also, her Folsom Health Care family.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to Folsom Health Care Activities.
Two enter novitiate at St. Bernard Abbey
CULLMAN, Ala. - The journey of two men, which began with an inquiry to St. Bernard Abbey Vocation Director, Fr. Joel Martin, OSB, has entered into a new phase.
Becoming a monk doesn’t happen overnight. It is a process that takes several years. At St....
Arrests and incidents reported August 24, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 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
August 22
third-degree burglary; person; Grafenstatte St. NW; miscellaneous
August 23
Arrests
August...
As first COVID-19 vaccine is fully approved, get vaccinated for COVID-19 as soon as possible
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Too few Alabamians realize the seriousness of infection with COVID-19 and have not made the decision to be vaccinated or have postponed getting the free vaccine that will save them, their families and communities from this devastating virus. Hospitalizations and deaths...
Good Hope City Council holds first reading of new proposed ordinance
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council agreed Monday night to seek the Attorney General’s opinion regarding a portion of County Road 469 and who is responsible for its upkeep.
One side of the road is inside the city limits of Good Hope....
Cullman sees 100,000 for back-to-back weekend events
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman and surrounding areas saw two huge weekends which hosted around 100,000 people with events at York Family Farm.
Two weeks ago, Rock the South returned after a 2020 hiatus, which the community has hosted for nearly a decade....
Services held today for Princess Lillie Handley
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Services will be held Tuesday morning for 8-year-old Lillie Handley of Holly Pond. She became known as Princess Lillie throughout the community and according to her mom, Kelly, she “Came out of the womb smiling.” That smile would result in...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School announces inaugural Golden Apron Competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School will be hosting their Inaugural Golden Apron Competition on Saturday, Sept. 18. This competition will be a cook-off fundraiser for the school, and the theme will be ‘Tailgate’ and will have three categories: Appetizer, Main Dish and...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point JV collects 14-8 win over Haleyville
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The West Point Warriors opened up their 2021 JV season at home Monday night as they welcomed the Haleyville Lions. Behind a solid running game and a great game plan defensively, the Warriors ended up holding off the Lions at...
Obituary: Ann-Marie Monika Legg
Ann-Marie Monika Legg passed away at her home on August 19, 2021 after a battle with cancer.
Ann-Marie was born in Sweden on September 8th, 1941 to Elsie and Robert Johansson. She moved with her family to California in January of 1966 to pursue a...
Obituary: Terry Alan McAfee
Terry Alan McAfee, age 60, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Terry was born September 3, 1960.
Terry is survived by his daughter: Elizabeth Ann McAfee; his brothers: Dwayne McAfee (Sally) and Danny McAfee (Deborah) and Phillip McAfee (Angelia) and many nieces and...
Obituary: Terry Lynn Taylor
A graveside service for Terry Lynn Taylor, 59, of Hanceville will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville with Jon McCoy officiating.
Hanceville Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.
His family will receive friends at the funeral...
Obituary: Joe Huffman
Joe Huffman, 63, formerly of Rossville, Georgia went home to be with the Lord Monday August 23, 2021. Joe was born on Nov. 17, 1957, son of the late Curtis and Mildred Hesterley Huffman. He attended Rossville High School and was of the Christian...
Obituary: Troy Scott
Memorial arrangements for Mr. Troy Scott are incomplete and will be announced later. Mr. Scott passed from this life August 22, 2021 at his residence. He was born May 24, 1947 to Loyd Odis and Susie Sara Jane Boone Scott.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored...
Obituary: Randy K. Mason
Visitation for Randy K. Mason, age 68, of Cullman, will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, August 27, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Mr. Mason passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at...
Obituary: Amanda Parrish Johnson
Amanda Parrish Johnson, age 45, of Phil Campbell, passed away Sunday, August 22, 2021, at her residence surrounded by loving family.
Mrs. Johnson was born on December 2, 1975 in Haleyville, Alabama. Amanda was a diehard Auburn fan and loved crafting.
Visitation will be Wednesday, August...
Arrests and incidents reported August 23, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 23, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 19
domestic violence; CR 1502trespassing; CR 1294burglary; CR 398unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of...
Ivey announces Alabama’s July unemployment rate is 3.2%; Cullman 2.3%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Friday that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted July 2021 unemployment rate is 3.2%, down from June’s rate of 3.3%, and well below July 2020’s rate of 7.4%. July’s rate represents...
‘Save America’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Former President Donald J. Trump visited Cullman Saturday, drawing a crowd that filled the York Family Farm, the west side venue known for the city’s annual “Rock the South” music festival. Despite complaints from local Trump detractors that the rally would...
Obituary: Frank Owen Hunter
Frank Owen Hunter, 83, of Houston, entered into rest on Friday, August 20, 2021 at Hendrix Health and Rehabilitation in Double Springs.
Mr. Hunter was born on January 26, 1938 in Houston, Alabama. Frank loved Alabama football, baseball and basketball. He also loved joking around...
Obituary: Steve Henderson Barbee
Funeral service for Steve Henderson Barbee, age 75, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 23, 2021 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Rev. Nathan Chambers officiating and burial at Center Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00...
Obituary: Virginia Beall
Celebration of life service for Virginia Beall, age 54, of Vinemont will be at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at Temple Baptist Church with Bro. Malcolm Carter, II officiating.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Ms. Beall passed away on Friday,...
Obituary: Lillie Jayde Handley
Lillie Jayde Handley, an 8-year-old princess, entered into the waiting arms of the King of Kings on Friday evening, August 20, 2021. Lillie was born to Jonathan and Kelly Haynes Handley on December 26, 2012, in Jefferson County, Alabama.
Lillie was the light of her...
REHAU plant in Cullman celebrates 25 years in operation
LEESBURG, Va. – REHAU announces the 25-year anniversary of the establishment of its production plant in Cullman, Ala. The plant began operations in early 1996 with 30 employees producing bumpers for the 1997 SUV of Mercedes-Benz U.S. International made in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The facility...
Files from Yesteryear: From the Files of 1930
The first crate of Cullman County strawberries was sold by D.C. Chambers of Route One, Cullman this week for $5.50.
William M. Dean of Arkadelphia has been named by the Birmingham Ministerial Association to preach the annual sermon at the college church, McCoy Memorial Methodist,...
COVID-19 surges in Alabama children, vaccination and other measures needed to prevent further spread
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health reports a significant increase in pediatric cases of COVID-19 at this time of year, compared to the same time in 2020. Coupled with this increase in cases, ADPH notes that Alabama has at least 50...
Community Luncheon welcomes Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kalloff and Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette as guest speakers for August meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Chamber of Commerce Community Luncheon returned to Stonebridge Farms on Thursday, and guest speakers Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff and Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnett took the stage to discuss the great things happening within the school systems...
In remembrance of Will
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the gates opened Thursday evening at Oliver Woodard Stadium for Cullman High School’s first regular season game of the year, everything seemed normal. The Cullman and Grissom football teams were warming up on the field, the smell of popcorn filled...
Wallace State Alumni profile: Dr. Olivia Walker began her academic path at Wallace State, sparking her physical therapist career
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Dr. Olivia Walker’s path to opening her career door began at Wallace State Community College.
Walker is currently a physical therapist in Fayetteville, Georgia, working with acute rehabilitation patients. After graduating from Wallace State in 2015, Walker transferred to the University of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison downs 4A Haleyville 29-27 in season opener
ADDISON, Ala. -- On a warm, muggy night in A.G. Hicks Stadium in beautiful Addison, Alabama, the 2A Addison Bulldogs hosted the county rival 4A Haleyville Lions. Addison won a terrific game, 29-27 over the visiting Lions to start the season 1-0. The game...
PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies sprint past D.A.R. 48-21 in season opener
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- If you’ve never seen the lightning shooting monster King Ghidorah from the Godzilla movies then you have a chance to see it up close this season with Fairview’s three-headed monster in quarterback Parker Martin and running backs Tyler Simmons and Eli...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek rolls past Cold Springs 40-6 in season opener
ARLEY, Ala. -- Cold Springs traveled to Arley to take on Meek in the season opener for both teams Friday night and behind a strong running game and a stout defense, the Tigers rolled to a 40-6 win over the Eagles.
Cold Springs got the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Broncos blast Brindlee Mountain 53-0 in season opener
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly Pond opened up the 2021 season on its home field Friday night and got things started with a dominant performance. The Broncos hammered Brindlee Mountain 53-0, limiting the Lions to -22 yards of total offense and racking up 270...
Obituary: Freddie Jerrell Myers
Freddie Jerrell Myers, age 80, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2021. Freddie was born May 16, 1941 in Cullman, Alabama to Mary Ethel Fields Myers and Lee Roy Myers.
Freddie is survived by his wife: Carolyn Walker Myers; daughters: Letitia England,...
Obituary: Reverend Aubrey Glenn McCain, Jr.
Reverend Aubrey Glenn McCain, Jr., 76, of Sardis Community, entered into rest on Thursday, August 19, 2021 at his home.
Glenn was born on May 12, 1945 in Cullman, Alabama. He proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1966 to 1968 and...
Obituary: Louise Temples
Funeral services for Louise Temples of Cullman, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 21 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m. Reverend Richard Booher will officiate.
Additional services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday,...
Obituary: Andrew “Andy” Dane Terwilliger
Andrew "Andy" Dane Terwilliger, age 56, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Andrew was born October 3, 1964 in Fort Pierce, Florida to John Roland and Ruth Virginia Shallcross Terwilliger.
A memorial visitation will be on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at...
Cullman’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library sees huge success
CULLMAN, Ala. - Since its initial kick-off on Aug. 6, Cullman’s Imagination Library has seen unbelievable success. The primary partners in bringing the Imagination Library to Cullman were the Friends of the Public Library, Cullman Electric Cooperative and Cullman County Public Library.
After speaking with...
Arrests and incidents reported August 20, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 20, 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
August 16
third-degree criminal trespass; person; Brunner St. NW
August 19
Arrests
August...
Cullman seniors have a new place to call home
DECATUR, Ala. – Community Action Partnership of North Alabama hosted the official grand opening and ribbon cutting of Village at Bridge Creek Thursday, Aug. 19 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at 861 County Road 1402, located off Eva Road.
Village at Bridge Creek is...
Good Hope City Council passes ordinance to create special event license for vendors
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - In an effort to manage the pop-up up businesses associated with special events, the Good Hope City Council passed an ordinance Monday night creating business licenses for special events. The ordinance will be effective in time for the Donald Trump...
Save America rally ramping up for former Pres. Donald J. Trump
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday, York Family Farm will play host to former President Donald J. Trump's Rally sponsored by Save America and the Alabama Republican Party, beginning at 2 p.m.
Rally organizers are stressing the importance of arriving earlier in the day, opposed to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Warriors take jamboree over Priceville 19-14
WEST POINT, Ala. -- On a warm and humid night, the Priceville Bulldogs led by head coach Chris Foster made the trip down I-65 to take on coach Don Farley’s West Point Warriors in a jamboree matchup. The rain had stopped earlier in the evening...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab kicks off season with 35-0 win over Albertville
ARAB, Ala. -- The Arab Knights hosted the Albertville Aggies to start off the 2021 high school football season. It was senior night for Arab and they dominated from start to finish as they ended up shutting out Albertville 35-0.
Arab's defense allowed one first...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville topples Vinemont 28-16 in season opener
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Coach Ryan Brewer and the Hanceville Bulldogs hosted the Vinemont Eagles to kick off the 2021 season Thursday night and got things off to a fast start with a 28-16 win. The win is Brewer's first in his first season as...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Morgan scores late to edge Good Hope 34-28
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Thursday night was a wet and muggy one at James W. Shabel Stadium but there was a tight, competitive game happening on the field between the Good Hope Raiders and the visiting Rebels of West Morgan. Unfortunately for the home...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats handle Grissom 23-0 in season opener
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats kicked off the 2021 season at Oliver Woodard Stadium Thursday night and are off to a 1-0 start after handling the Grissom Tigers 23-0. Quarterback Ryan Skinner tossed a pair of touchdowns and ran in another to lead the...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Fortenberry
Jerry Wayne Fortenberry, 71, of Hayden, formerly of Addison, entered into rest on Monday, August 16, 2021 at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Birmingham.
Jerry was born on May 28, 1950 in Addison. He was an all-around good guy, who was a jokester with a sarcastic...
Obituary: Cle Ervin Sparks
Visitation for Cle Ervin Sparks, age 77, of Vinemont, will be at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home on Sunday, August 22, 2021, from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Mr. Sparks passed away on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at...
Obituary: Margaret Alene Hoenig
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of mother and wife,
Margaret Alene Hoenig of Cullman, Alabama, on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at the age of 87
years.
Surrounded by her beloved family, she passed away peacefully at her home in...
Arrests and incidents reported August 19, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 19, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 16
harassment; CR 78reckless endangerment; Welcome Rd.burglary; CR 1170domestic violence; CR 1069burglary; CR 404theft of...
Cullman Regional welcomes rheumatologist, Celia Fernandez, MD, to Medical Group
Cullman, Ala. — Cullman Regional welcomes rheumatologist Celia Fernandez, MD to the Cullman Regional Medical Group. Dr. Fernandez completed her doctorate in medicine at Ponce School of Medicine, and later completed her residency at Cooper Hospital University Medical Center in Camden, New Jersey. She...
CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH
On Aug. 18, Cullman Regional released the following update:
Cullman County is in the High Risk Category for overall level of community transmission.
Cullman Regional Current Situation
53 COVID positive patients and 12 on a ventilatorContinue to be vigilant in mask wearing and social distancing. Everyone should...
North Alabama Agriplex cancels Harvest to Home dinner; moves ahead with silent auction online
CULLMAN, Ala. - Due to the increasing number of COVID cases, the Agriplex Foundation Board has made the difficult decision to cancel their Harvest to Home Dinner. The dinner, originally scheduled for August 26, has been canceled with concern for all staff and attendees,...
Several recognized at Cullman County Commission meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several individuals and groups were recognized at Tuesday night’s Cullman County Commission meeting. The first was Alabama State Senator Garland Gudger for his efforts in passing the Employees’ Retirement System Board and Boards of Equalization (2021-173) legislation.
Senator Gudger said of the...
Cullman County Commission signs declaration making September Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission signed a proclamation Tuesday declaring September Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The commission was joined by the family of Maggie Grant. Maggie passed away in late March at the age of 4 of acute myeloid leukemia.
Kathryn Grant shared...
Obituary: William Henry Sullins
Funeral services for William Henry Sullins will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 22 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. A committal service will not be announced. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday, August 21 at Hanceville Funeral Home. At the family’s...
Obituary: William “Will” George Fowler
William "Will" George Fowler, age 17, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Will was born October 29, 2003 to Jason and Jana Fowler. He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Virgil B. Fowler Jr., Marian M. Fowler, Cleon M....
Arrests and incidents reported August 18, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 18, 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
August 16
identity theft; person
August 17
August 18
Arrests
August 17
Twilley, Carolyn B.;...
‘He always showed up with a great attitude and left with one too’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Bearcat family is mourning the loss of beloved senior Will Fowler. The son of Jason and Jana Fowler, Will was an inspiration and joy to all who knew him. He loved being a member of the Bearcat band and...
UAB announces delays in nonemergent surgeries due to rising COVID hospitalizations
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - University of Alabama in Birmingham Hospital is reducing in-patient surgical procedures due to the rising COVID demand within the hospital. With more patients admitted each day, hospital administration has made the difficult decision to begin admitting only 400 in-patient procedures per...
Veterans hold annual Purple Heart Ceremony
HARTSELLE, Ala. - Each August, Chapter 2212, the Finis J. Self Chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, sponsors a memorial service at Sparkman Park in Hartselle to honor the fallen warriors of Cullman and Morgan counties. Those being honored were “members...
Obituary: Nellie Jo Paschal
Funeral service for Nellie Jo Paschal, 87, of Cullman will be 2 p.m., Friday, August 20, 2021, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. prior to the service. Pastor Jacob Baggett will officiate the service. ...
Obituary: Erma Barnett
A private committal service for Erma Barnett of Hanceville, Alabama was held on Monday, August 16, 2021 at Fairview West Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later time.
Mrs. Barnett was born on January 9, 1937 to Aubrey and Opal White...
Obituary: Ottis Jeffery Brockway
Ottis Jeffery Brockway, 58, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Monday, August 16, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.
Mr. Brockway was born on September 21, 1962 in Haleyville, Alabama and graduated from Winston County High School in 1982. He loved fishing,...
Obituary: Ann D. Stringer
Funeral service for Ann D. Stringer, age 91, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 19, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Stringer officiating and interment in Etha Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. – 1...
Obituary: Bonita “Bonnie” Hall Gorham
Funeral service for Bonita "Bonnie" Hall Gorham, age 85, of Baileyton, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 19, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Deborah Moon officiating and burial at Holly Pond Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. -...
Obituary: Regina Alteri
Regina Alteri, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on August 16, 2021, at Woodland Village Healthcare Center. Gina was born in Sayre, Pennsylvania on October 18, 1952 and was the daughter of the late Nicholas D. and Minnie J. Alteri.
Regina graduated from Epiphany Parish School...
Obituary: Daniel L. Evans
Funeral services with Masonic Rites for Daniel L. Evans, age 84, of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at Union Hill Church of Christ in Hanceville. The visitation will be from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. on Wednesday.
Daniel was...
Arrests and incidents reported August 17, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 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
August 13
third-degree theft of property; person; CR 469; credit/debit...
PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders preparing for another playoff push
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – It’s that time of year again and that means it’s time for the Good Hope Raiders to hit the field. It’s been a fun few years to be a Good Hope fan. The Raiders have posted a record of 27-9...
PREP FOOTBALL: Warriors looking to stack the win column this fall
WEST POINT, Ala. – The 2020 season for the West Point Warriors was defined by the mid-season turn that began with a big win at Crossville. After dropping their first five games of the season, the Warriors defeated the Lions on the road 35-27...
PREP FOOTBALL: Brewer excited to build culture at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Fall is upon us and that means it’s time for the Hanceville Bulldogs to get back under the lights once again. This season, there’ll be a new head coach on the sidelines for the Bulldogs. Ryan Brewer is entering his first...
Berlin ready to resurface roads
BERLIN, Ala. - Berlin Mayor Patrick Bates told his town council on Monday evening that the town is ready for resurfacing of multiple roads to begin, and the council approved the submission of more for federal funding.
Bates said that necessary funding has been made...
Cullman City Schools to investigate reports of physical altercation between students
CULLMAN, Ala. – Two videos surfaced on Snapchat Friday of a Cullman Middle School student assaulting another. The first video showed one student shoving another student. The second video showed the same student punching the other student on the grounds of Cullman Middle School.
According to...
CHS cleared following Monday night bomb threat
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School has been cleared, following a bomb threat that was called in to Cullman Police in regards to the school on Monday night.An anonymous bomb threat was called in to the Cullman Police Department at approximately 8:20 p.m. Cullman...
Arrests and incidents reported August 16, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 16, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 12
harassment; CR 362unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Spruce St. SE,...
Bomb threat called in at CHS on Monday night
CULLMAN, Ala. - An anonymous bomb threat was called in to the Cullman Police Department at approximately 8:20 p.m. on Monday night in regards to Cullman High School.Cullman Police and school administrators responded immediately, and police are searching the building. Nothing has been found...
Obituary: Nelda Faye Grantham
Funeral services for Nelda Faye Grantham of Hanceville, Alabama will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 19 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Gary Waddell will be officiating. The family will be having a private graveside service. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00...
Obituary: Betty Sue Burgess
Betty Sue Burgess, 84, of Cullman entered into rest on Sunday, August 15, 2021 at Woodland Village Health Care Center.
Mrs. Burgess was born December 21, 1936 in Winston County. Betty was a devoted mother and grandmother who loved everyone. She was an avid reader...
Obituary: Ralph Alton McBrayer
Ralph Alton McBrayer, age 83, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021. Ralph was born June 24, 1938.
Ralph is survived by his wife: Delores McBrayer; his daughters: Kerri Hansen (Michael) and Kristi Barnette (Shane); his grandsons: Ethan Barnette, Caleb Barnette and...
Obituary: Eirvin Pal Mobley, Jr.
Eirvin Pal Mobley, Jr., 48, of Haleyville, entered into rest on Sunday, August 15, 2021 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Pal was born on September 9, 1972 in Haleyville. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, running equipment and especially spending time with his grandkids.
Visitation will be held on...
‘Everyone deserves a home. I just really believe that’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Elizabeth Standifer, a 2021 graduate of Cullman High School, is hoping to shed some light on a subject near and dear to her heart. Standifer came to Cullman in October of 2019 and was placed at Childhaven by Jefferson County DHR...
Hospice of Cullman County Inc. MEGA CASH Draw Down postponed
CULLMAN, Ala. — Hospice of Cullman County Inc., the fundraising arm of Cullman Regional Hospice, announced the 2021 MEGA CASH Draw Down that was scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 19 has been postponed until further notice.
The decision was made by the Hospice of Cullman County...
Rock The South sees 20+ arrests over the weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - Over 40,000 people ventured to Cullman this past weekend for the South’s annual music festival.
The Cullman Police Department (CPD) recently released arrest numbers from the weekend’s outdoor music event.
According to CPD Communications Director Adam Clark, there were 18 adult arrests: 13...
Obituary: Barbara Richards
Barbara Richards, age 54, of Oneonta, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021. Barbara was born July 13, 1967 in Arab, Alabama to Earlis and Dorothy Hampton Miller.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Joseph L. Richards, her parents and a companion:...
Obituary: Charles David Brannon
Charles David Brannon, 73, of Addison entered into rest on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at UAB Hospital.
Mr. Brannon was born June 5, 1948 in Cullman, Alabama. Charles was a hardworking farmer who loved his family. He grew vegetables and peaches and ran a fruit...
Cullman Regional welcomes Internal Medicine physician Cameron Brimer, M.D., to medical group
Cullman, Ala. — Cullman Regional welcomes Internal Medicine physician Thomas Cameron Brimer, MD, to the Cullman Regional Medical Group. Dr. Brimer completed his medical degree at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of South Florida...
Governor declares new state of emergency
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday declared a new state of emergency as COVID-related hospitalizations approached the peaks of the first wave of the pandemic. She noted the end of the previous emergency declaration just a few weeks ago, but said that...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1936 and 1900
From the files of 1936
Shirley Martin, 14, of Walter, won the county spelling championship on Wednesday. Juanita Thrift, age 13, of White City was runner-up.
Wren Goggans of Berlin has bought a new car.
Carol Dean Bailey is County F.H.A. President.
Billy Edward Johnson has the mumps.
Registered...
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2020 inducted
CULLMAN, Ala. – After last year’s induction ceremony was postponed, The Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame finally got the opportunity to recognize its newest members at Stone Bridge Farms Saturday night. The Class of 2020 was officially inducted Saturday night at the 21st...
Obituary: Cecil Hubert Cook
Cecil Hubert Cook, age 83, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, August 12, 2021. Cecil was born April 3, 1938 in Winston County, Alabama.
Cecil is survived by his wife of 63 years, Glenda Smith Cook; his daughter: Kandace Cook; his grandchildren: Jackson (Olivia)...
Obituary: Benny R. Johnson
Funeral service for Benny R. Johnson, age 87, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 15, 2021 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Billy Gable and Dr. Tim Lipsey officiating annd burial at Duck River Cemetery. Visitation will be from...
