Veteran Memorial: Lt. Cmdr. Roger Blaine Thrasher
Lt. Cmdr. Roger Blaine Thrasher
Roger Blaine Thrasher was born May 11, 1936 in Lawrence County, Alabama. He was the son of Cecil and Wilma (James) Thrasher. He enlisted with the United States Navy and was a 13-year Navy veteran when he served during the...
Veteran Memorial: Jackson Moses Sinyard Jr.
Jackson Moses Sinyard Jr.
Jackson Sinyard Jr. was born June 19, 1932 in Cullman County. His parents were Jackson Moses Sinyard Sr. and Audie (Graves) Sinyard and they lived in the Brushy Pond Community. Jackson joined the United States Marine Corp and served during the...
Editorial: Arrest records and the dominos which fall…
For as long as the newspaper industry has existed, issues have included arrest reports and incidents reported in the given area by the county sheriff and city police departments. To this day, it is a practice which has not changed.
Well, maybe there has been...
Arrests and incidents reported July 8, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 8, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 6
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 813unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of drug...
Pet of the Week: Make a summertime friend with Jojo!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
JoJo is a 3.5-year-old Feist Terrier mix. He’s a lively-but-not-hyper medium-energy pet who’s skilled on his leash and likes to hang close to his people. He’ll even...
CATA student earns Wallace State scholarship
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy graduating construction student Dakota McDaniel, from Fairview High School, has received a $2,500 scholarship from SkillsUSA and Fine Homebuilding Magazine’s Keep Craft Alive program. McDaniel will enroll in the Wallace State Community College’s Building Construction program this...
‘The way the ordinance stands now, we absolutely will not survive’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, June 28 passed a revision to Section 4-33 of the Cullman City Code of Ordinances allowing alcohol to be sold and purchased on Sundays from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. This amendment to the ordinance...
Good Samaritan Health Clinic announces 6th annual Caring for Cullman Concert, celebrates new mental health services
CULLMAN, Ala. - Good Samaritan Health Clinic has announced the 6th annual Caring for Cullman Concert featuring the award-winning Triumphant Quartet and Christian comedian/author Mickey Bell on Monday, Oct. 18, at 6 p.m. at Northbrook Baptist Church, 3691 State Road 157 in Cullman. Good...
Obituary: James “Jimmy” Douglas Putman
Funeral services for James "Jimmy" Douglas Putman of Hanceville will be 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 8, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be on Friday, July 9, 2021 at the Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. -...
Obituary: Mary Jane Ainsworth
Funeral Service for Mary Jane Ainsworth, age 72, of Vinemont, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 10, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Steve Brown officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. prior to the service.Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: James Lee Brown, Jr.
James Lee Brown, Jr., age 77, of Blountsville, passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2021, at Cullman Regional. He was born September 20, 1943, to James Lee and Ophelia Brown.He was preceded in death by his parents and son: Garrett Wall.Survivors include his wife:...
‘Truth in Nature is tight lines, steady aim and a cleansed heart’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Truth in Nature held an educational day for the young men of the Cullman chapter Saturday, June 26. The first half the day began with the boys learning to build picnic tables with the instruction of Chapter Leader Brian Burchett. The...
Day Trippin’: Gofar USA Park
DECATUR, Ala. - The next stop on our series “Day Trippin’” is Morgan County’s GoFAR USA Park. This unique adventure park was opened in March 2020 by Patrick and Emily Fagerman with the ultimate hope for visitors to “Get Out and Do.”
GoFAR USA Park...
Arrests and incidents reported July 7, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 7, 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
July 5
harassment; person; Ave. B SE
July 6
Arrests
July 6
Williams, Jodie...
Victim Services of Cullman to host car, truck and bike show
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman is offering an opportunity for fans of classic and custom vehicles to visit the candy shop as the organization hosts a car, truck and bike show at the Cullman County Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday,...
Cullman Peach Orchard open for the summer
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman Peach Orchard is formally owned by Johnathon Clayton, but is largely a family business. His sister Anita Warner explained that Clayton originally purchased the farm in 2007 and began growing peaches shortly after. The first peach trees for the...
Good Samaritan Health Clinic earns highest rating from national free clinic association
CULLMAN, Ala. - Good Samaritan Health Clinic earned a 2021 Gold Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics Quality Standards Program; its second in a row. Through a survey of the organization’s policies and procedures, the NAFC rating commends Good Samaritan’s...
Holly Pond Town Council: New sewer rates in effect, former food pantry now community event center
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council announced Monday evening that new sewer rates are now in effect. The council had posted notifications weeks ahead of the planned increase and noted in the ordinance that previous “sewer rates are inadequate to properly...
Obituary: Calvin L. Terry
Funeral services for Calvin L. Terry of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will be prior to the service on Saturday beginning at 12:00 p.m. at...
Obituary: Vera Lee Burks
Funeral Service for Vera Lee Burks, age 92, of Cullman, will be at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 8, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Randy Makemson officiating and interment in Center Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m....
Obituary: Nellie Jo Estes
Nellie Jo Estes, 85, of Holly Pond, passed away on July 5, 2021. She was born November 21, 1935, in Cullman County, to Arthur and Mae McGriff Estes.
Ms. Estes was a member of Rocky Branch Holiness Church. She was a talented seamstress and she...
Arrests and incidents reported July 6, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 6, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 1
domestic violence; Hwy. 69 Sdomestic violence; CR 469assault; CR 1807theft of property; CR 223assault;...
Former Cullman standout Kolby Robinson opening 256 Sports Academy in Florence
FLORENCE, Ala. – There’s a new athletic training facility opening soon in Florence and participants will have the opportunity to learn firsthand from a former Cullman, Wallace State and Alabama standout. Former Bearcat shortstop Kolby Robinson is opening 256 Sports Academy in Florence and...
From books to battalions: Spotlighting Good Hope’s military-bound Aiden Gonzalez
Aiden Gonzalez
Aiden Gonzalez is a 2021 graduate of Good Hope High School and he will soon leave for the United States Navy. Aiden is new to Cullman County, having moved here recently from California, though even before the move, he had already decided to...
Chambers Fall Festival in the works for September
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sept. 25, Chambers Farm & Garden Supply will be hosting a fall festival for the entire community. The event will be held from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the lot behind Chambers at 404 McNabb Drive SW across from...
Tribune nets 13 APA awards including Community COVID award
CULLMAN, Ala. – This past weekend, members of The Cullman Tribune attended the Alabama Press Association to celebrate 150 years of journalistic integrity in the state, with Gov. Kay Ivey among many others in attendance.
“It is an honor to be represented in any category,...
Taking the American Challenge
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The east Cullman County town of Holly Pond has spent a few days hosting students and leaders from bicycle tour organization Overland Summers, as they travel through on a cross-country journey that will take them from the Atlantic coast to...
Obituary: Anthony Sherman Murphree
Anthony Sherman Murphree, age 72, of Holly Pond, Alabama passed away on Friday, July 2, 2021. Anthony was born February 22, 1949 in Cullman, Alabama to Harold Newman and Audie Faye Shaw Murphree.
Anthony is survived by sons: Eric Scott (Samatha) Murphree, Anthony Shawn (Bethany)...
Obituary: Joshua Alexander Hallex
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Joshua Alexander Hallex, 44, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Hallex family.
Mr. Hallex passed away July 3, 2021 at his residence. He was born December 25, 1976.
He loved his family and friends.
He...
Obituary: William Richard ‘Dickie’ Smith
Funeral service for William Richard ‘Dickie’ Smith, 76, of Cullman will be at 7 p.m., Friday, July 9, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Austin Rowell and Bro. Burton Sampson officiating. The family will receive friends Friday from 5 p.m. - 7...
Obituary: Gregory James Grund
Funeral Service for Gregory James Grund, age 51, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Herman Lambert officiating and interment at Cullman Memory Gardens. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. prior to the...
Obituary: Virginia “Jenny” Carol Tyree
Virginia “Jenny” Carol Tyree, 71, of Cullman entered into rest on Sunday, July 4, 2021 at Cullman Healthcare.
Jenny was born on March 26, 1950 in Hollywood, Florida.
No services are planned at this time.
Jenny is survived by her son: William (Lori) Moore; brothers: Jerry (Donna)...
‘We want to serve these kids’ Day 1 of Stu Stuedeman Cullman Basketball Camp in the books
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s Stu Stuedeman Basketball Camp at Cullman High School officially tipped off Monday morning and over 50 kids turned out to learn from Bearcat varsity coaches and players. Head Coach Stu Stuedeman is entering his first season at Cullman and...
Obituary: Betty Sue (Moore) Drake
Betty Sue (Moore) Drake, 74, of the Center Point Community passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021. She was born November 1, 1946 in Cullman County to Robert “Bob” and Lessie “Pearl” Williams Moore.
Mrs. Drake worked as a sitter for the elderly prior to...
Veteran Memorial: Staff Sgt. Jerold Jerome Shelton
Staff Sgt. Jerold Jerome Shelton
Jerold Jerome Shelton was born Oct. 27, 1947, in Cullman County. He was the son of Ms. Luesyble Shelton. By the time he finished high school, he had moved with his family to Samford, Connecticut.
After high school, Shelton was drafted...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1951
Mr. and Mrs. Collidge Hughes and Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Hughes visited Mr. and Mrs. T.E. Woodard, in Haleyville on Sunday.
Reverend Lewis Eidson is home from the Cullman Hospital, after undergoing an appendectomy on September 2.
The home of Mrs. Mabry, mother of Mrs. Ina...
Obituary: Etoile Duncan Roberson
Etoile Duncan Roberson, 87, of Cullman passed on July 2, 2021 to become a messenger (her words).Mrs. Roberson was born in Taylors, SC. She was well known for her joyful spirit and her unceasing ability to spin a tale. She loved to share the...
Obituary: Hunter Joe Cutcher
Hunter Joe Cutcher, 27, of entered into rest on Friday, July 2, 2021.
Mr. Cutcher was born January 6, 1994. Hunter had a few great loves, his family, especially his little girls, and a love for horses. He always wanted to be a cowboy at...
Obituary: Joyce Maire Swann
Mrs. Swann passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at St. Vincent's Hospital. She was born March 22, 1956 in Colorado to Roy and Ruby Welch.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Timmy Dale Swann and parents.
Survivors include her son: Lance (Alicia) Shuford;...
Veteran Memorial: Preston Hewlett Kilgo
Preston Hewlett Kilgo
Preston Hewlett Kilgo was born Jan. 31, 1933, in Cullman County. He was the son of Preston H. and Edith Rae (McManus) Kilgo. Shortly after graduating from Cullman High School in 1950, Kilgo volunteered to join the United States Navy.
Kilgo was an...
Cullman County Board of Education personnel notes, June 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. -
Resignations
Lynda M. Carter, Child Development Center Part-time Homebound Teacher, Resigned April M. Burgess, Cold Springs High Counselor, Resigned
Preston Mark Dobbs, Fairview High Teacher, Retirement Justin Blake Calvert, Good Hope High Bus Driver, Resigned Edward Wilson Sandlin, Hanceville High Bus Driver, Resigned Sharon A. Carlisle, Hanceville Middle...
Colony citizens hope to place marker at town cemetery following listing on Alabama Historic Cemetery Registry
COLONY, Ala. - Earlier this year, Colony Cemetery achieved a listing on the Alabama Historical Commission’s Historic Cemetery Register, and a group of local citizens is hoping to place a permanent historical marker at the site.
Colony Cemetery is the sixth cemetery in Cullman County...
Obituary: Luther Erice McDonald
Luther Erice McDonald, age 74, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Luther was born January 7, 1947 in Cullman, Alabama to Ocie and Mae Gamble McDonald.
Luther is survived by daughter: Betty Jo Shelton (Rex); sons: Paul McDonald (Martha) and Brandon...
Obituary: Jonda Ann Allison Self
Jonda Ann Allison Self, 66, of Blountsville, passed away on July 1, 2021. She was born November 28, 1954, to Eugene Coy Allison, Jr. and Mary June Stevenson Allison.
Ann was born and raised in Blount County, Alabama. She is a member of the 1972...
Obituary: Debra Sue Lawson
Funeral service for Debra Sue Lawson, 67, of Holly Pond, will be 2 p.m., Monday, July 5, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. prior to the service. Brother Adam Cornelius will officiate the...
Obituary: Ted Blair Ratliff
Ted Blair Ratliff, age 83, of Carthage, MO, formerly of Cullman, died June 30, 2021.
He is survived by his wife: Marie S. Ratliff; daughters: Melissa K. Moore and Robin Bridges; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 7, 2021...
Obituary: Michael Shawn Bartlett
Funeral service for Michael Shawn Bartlett, 43, Hanceville, will be 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bartlett...
ATF promotes fireworks safety
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives wants the public to be safe during the Fourth of July. Understanding the dangers associated with illegal or improperly used/manufactured fireworks can prevent severe injuries, disfigurement or even death.
Illegal devices are not fireworks,...
Registration now open for Cullman City Head Start in 2021-2022 school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Registration is open now for Cullman City Head Start’s 2021-2022 school year, hosted at the Cullman City Primary School campus in Cullman. The program serves children 3-4 years of age, and is available at no cost for income-eligible families that live within...
Wallace State’s Diesel by Distance program hosting Open House events in July and August
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Diesel by Distance program is hosting multiple Open House events during July and August on select dates at the Diesel Technology building.
The first Open House was Thursday, July 1 which included a presentation by program graduate Blake...
R.E. Garrison Trucking opens new downtown office
CULLMAN, Ala. – Friday was a day of celebration for R.E. Garrison Trucking as representatives from the City Planning Commission, the Chamber of Commerce, the City Council along with Mayor Woody Jacobs and Sheriff Matt Gentry gathered to officially cut the ribbon on its...
Arrests and incidents reported July 2, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 2, 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
July 1
fourth-degree theft of property; Buettner Brothers Lumber Co.;...
Cullman foster home Pilot Light Home currently in search of live-in foster family
CULLMAN, Ala. - The beds at the Pilot Light Home in Cullman currently stand empty and the search is on by the Pilot Light Home Board to find a foster family for the home. The Pilot Light Home is a 24/7 foster home in...
Hello, Dolly!
CULLMAN, Ala. - After the 2020 hiatus, Cullman Community Theatre returns later this month with a production of the Tony Award-winning Broadway classic “Hello, Dolly!”
Licensing agency Concord Theatricals said that the show “bursts with humor, romance, energetic dance and some of the greatest songs...
Westminster Assisted Living experiences farm living with a visit from Step-by-Step Petting Zoo
CULLMAN, Ala. - The “gobble gobble” of a fat turkey could be heard all-around as the courtyard as Westminster Assisted Living was transformed Thursday afternoon to the Westminster barnyard. Residents of the assisted living and memory care were visited by the furry and feathered...
Obituary: James Verbon Stidham
Graveside service for James Verbon Stidham, 88, of Vinemont will be 10 a.m., Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Flint Creek Baptist Cemetery in Vinemont, AL. Reverend Steve Rodgers will officiate the service.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Stidham passed away Tuesday,...
Obituary: Debra Sue Lawson
Funeral Service for Debra Sue Lawson, 67, of Holly Pond, will be 2 p.m., Monday, July 5, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. prior to the service. Brother Adam Cornelius will officiate the...
Obituary: Rondle Black
Funeral services for Rondle Black of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Mt. Joy Missionary Baptist Church in Hanceville. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday, July 2, 2021...
Obituary: Alma Ruth Gartman
Funeral services for Alma Ruth Gartman will be 12:00 p.m. Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Mt. Zion Church of the Nazarene. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. Reverend Greg Bailey will be officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Saturday prior to...
Guest Editorial: Protecting Alabama’s waters requires more than lawsuits
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Recent heavy rains put the spotlight on one of the most common yet difficult to resolve environmental concerns – untreated or partially treated sewage leaking into our rivers, lakes and streams. Inflow of rainwater through cracked pipes or faulty manhole covers...
Arrests and incidents reported July 1, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 1, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 28
criminal mischief; CR 1223unlawful possession of marijuana; CR 576unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful...
NASA named best place to work, No. 1 for COVID-19 response
WASHINGTON - For the ninth consecutive year, the Partnership for Public Service has ranked NASA as the Best Place to Work in the Federal Government among large agencies and, new for 2020, has also ranked NASA No. 1 among large agencies for its response...
Wallace State Community College fully open for fall semester
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College returned to normal operations earlier this year and is gearing up for a robust fall semester with new programs, classes and activities on campus, and options that suit any schedule.
Excitement has been building for new students during...
Cullman Regional nurse recognized with DAISY Award
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional recently presented the DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award for Extraordinary Nurses to Katie Weber, R.N. – 5 East, for the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care she provided to one of her patients and his daughter.
The nomination was submitted...
Urban Cookhouse offers healthy, local menu options
CULLMAN, Ala. - Urban Cookhouse has opened its doors in Cullman and is quickly becoming a huge hit! Lisa Goodwin and Keith Goodwin co-own the building located at 914 2nd Ave NW where they previously had another business. They made the decision to sell...
‘Best of Bama’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Goat Island Brewing has added another honor to its collection as it expands its brewing operation in south Cullman, being recognized as one of the “Best of Bama” by Alabama Magazine. A readers’ poll in the periodical, which describes itself as...
Obituary: Ryan Alan Ferguson
Memorial service for Ryan Alan Ferguson, 42, of Baileyton, Alabama will be 1 p.m., July 10, 2021, at Grace Baptist Church.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ferguson family.
Mr. Ferguson was born September 17, 1978 to Robert Brown and Terri Lynne Plant Ferguson....
Obituary: Elizabeth Turrentine
Elizabeth Turrentine, 66, of Vinemont, formerly of Addison, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Elizabeth was born on September 15, 1954 in West Hollywood, Florida. She loved her grandchildren and especially gardening with Laci. She...
Obituary: Hollis Conn
Hollis Conn, age 79, of Cullman died Tuesday, June 29, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents: T.V. and Hattie Estell Mewborn Conn; daughter: Patricia Fay Conn; daughter-in-law: Theresa Conn; five brothers: Louie, Harold, Hobert, Brent and Melvin Conn and a sister:...
Obituary: Willie Thomas Harrington
Memorial services for Willie Thomas Harrington will be Thursday, July 1, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. He was born July 18, 1942 and passed away on June 28, 2021. Visitation is from 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. prior to the...
Obituary: Gean Howard Lecroy
Funeral services for Gean Howard Lecroy will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 2, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery. Reverend Trueman Davis will be officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thursday, July 1,...
Arrests and incidents reported June 30, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 30, 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
June 29
first-degree theft of property; unlawful breaking entering motor...
Firework shows near you this 4th of July season
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - With July 4 falling on a Sunday this year, the area firework celebrations are spread out over the long holiday weekend. This is a wonderful opportunity for families to plan for several great firework shows as America celebrates Independence Day.
Firework...
Cullman City Council approves Regional Airport improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council passed two resolutions Monday evening concerning Cullman Regional Airport, allowing the facility to improve its runway and make takeoffs and landings safer.
The first resolution awarded the bid for the airport runway reconstruction project to Wiregrass Construction Co.,...
Cullman Regional names new Chief Marketing Officer
CULLMAN, Ala.— Cullman Regional announced Tuesday that health care veteran Todd Goodall has been named as its new Chief Marketing Officer. Goodall has worked closely with Cullman Regional to drive business development in a contract capacity since March of this year. He brings more...
Young Warriors participate in West Point boys & girls basketball camp
WEST POINT, Ala. – Basketball season is still a few months away for local schools, but the summertime is always a great opportunity for players and teams to connect with the next generation of players and some of their biggest fans. That’s what was...
Unification marks historical evening for Lions, Lioness clubs
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Installment Dinner for The Lions and Lioness Club marked a historical change for the organization Monday evening at Stonebridge. What was once an evening of celebration for the Lions Club and Lioness Club individually, is now one club, unified by...
Pouring on the STEAM
CULLMAN, Ala. - Given the demands of the modern career field, a growing number of educators consider early exposure to opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics, or STEAM, to be of increasing importance. A group of Cullman County middle school teachers is...
Meet Professor Karl O. Waussie!
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College has added a new furry friend to the family!
Professor Karl O. Waussie (Dr. Waussie) is the name of the new Aussiedoodle puppy recently donated to the college. This beautiful lad will serve as a campus mascot, providing...
Obituary: Randy L. Bright
Funeral services for Randy L. Bright, of Cullman, Alabama will be Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Shelton Grove Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Ray Ponder will officiate. Visitation will be at Hanceville Funeral Home on Saturday prior...
Editorial: Don’t feed the ducks
A few years ago, I was employed in an area which harbored a substantial feral cat colony, 20 or so, with kittens. I was disgusted after showing up to work one day, only to discover they had been poisoned and suffered a brutal death.
It...
Arrests and incidents reported June 29, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 29, 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
June 28
first-degree theft of property; person; Katherine St. NW;...
Pet of the Week: Cool off with Tipper!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Tipper is a 1.5-year-old Great Pyrenees mix. She’s a lively-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet who is mastering her leash and likes to stay close to her people. On warm...
New principal named at Hanceville Elementary School
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Tuesday approved the hiring of Stacie Olinger to be the new principal of Hanceville Elementary School. Olinger has been an educator for 21 years and is currently the assistant principal at Hanceville Elementary.
Mrs. Olinger...
Cullman City Council approves Sunday alcohol sales
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening suspended its regular rules of order to pass an ordinance that will allow alcohol sales from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. on Sundays in the city, as well as special hours for New Year’s...
Good Hope City Council reports on American Rescue Plan funds, details upcoming events
GOOD HOPE, Ala.- The City of Good Hope will soon receive some help with wastewater and sewer with money from the American Rescue Plan. Councilmember Terry Schabel reported, “The Federal government, they are going to give us 75% of our budget for $1,124,017.91. Those...
‘Love, Honor, Cherish’
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School Principal Heith Yearwood and his wife, West Point High School counselor Amanda Yearwood, recently decided that their stories as a couple might be worth telling, and might help other couples’ stories turn out a little better.
The...
Obituary: Kathleen Gregory
Kathleen Gregory, age 97, of Holly Pond, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 25, 2021. Kathleen was born December 9, 1923 to David and Clara Pierce Lawrence.
Kathleen is survived by her daughters: Diana Lee, Sherry Munger (David), Melinda Spiewak (Bobby) and Jessica Guthrie; sons:...
Obituary: Herbert Glover
Herbert Glover, age 85, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, June 27, 2021. Herbert was born October 12, 1935 to Hershel and Dellie Chronister Glover.
Herbert is survived by son: Gary Glover (Carolyn); sisters: Wanda Leipert, Glenda Winfrey (Roger), Linda Hancock and Bonnie Jarrett...
Obituary: Randell Mann
Randell Mann, 64, of Bear Creek entered into rest on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at his residence.
Mr. Mann was born December 24, 1956 in Haleyville, Alabama.
Visitation will be Wednesday, June 30, 2021 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville,...
Obituary: Myrtis Iona Godsey
Myrtis Iona Godsey, age 89, of Haleyville, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021, at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Mrs. Godsey was born on November 11, 1931 in Haleyville, Alabama. Myrtis loved to go to church. She also loved to draw and loved music.
A private service will...
Obituary: Ryan Alan Ferguson
Memorial Services for Ryan Alan Ferguson, 42, of Baileyton, Alabama are being planned and will be announced later.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ferguson family.
Mr. Ferguson was born September 17, 1978 to Robert Brown and Terri Lynn Plant Ferguson. He passed from...
Obituary: William Earl Hale
Mr. William Earl Hale, 65, of Cullman, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021 at Walker Baptist Medical Center in Jasper, Alabama.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to handle the arrangements.
Mr. Hale was born June 16, 1956 to Fred and Doris Johnston Hale. Friends...
Arrests and incidents reported June 28, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 28, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 24
assault; Teem Rd.unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of marijuana; unlawful possession of...
Make more from the food you grow
AUBURN UNIVERSITY - Each growing season, producers must decide how and where to sell their crops. Farmers markets, grocery stores, roadside stands and wholesale distributors are excellent established options; however, there are new opportunities to consider. Charitable donations and second-generation uses of fresh fruits...
Livestock making the switch to soy? Everything you need to know!
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Did you know? Livestock were on the soy diet before it was cool.
While this may seem a bit surprising, soybeans were a popular forage choice for livestock producers in the 1800s. Around World War II, soybean production started to focus...
Obituary: William Gary Kimbrel
William Gary Kimbrel, 69, of Cullman passed to his heavenly home on June 25, 2021. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at Oak Level Cemetery.
He was saved at an early age and baptized into the Baptist faith. ...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1951
Oak Level News
Reverend J.S. Shults filled his appointment here on Sunday and Sunday night.
Mrs. Loy Hinkle, Freida and Frances, attended the wedding of their daughter, Reba Faye and Talmadge Vaughn on Saturday night. They are now honeymooning in Texas.
Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Crown, of...
Obituary: Gladys Emily Bradford
Graveside service for Gladys Emily Bradford, age 84, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 27, 2021, at Fellowship Cemetery in Spring Hill with Rev. Roger Pierce officiating.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Mrs. Bradford passed away on Friday,...
Veteran Memorial: William Emry McConnell
William Emry McConnell
William Emry McConnell was born July 21, 1891, in Cullman County to William H. and Martha A. McConnell. He registered for the draft and was called to serve during World War I in 1918. He was in Company C, 323rd Infantry Regiment,...
