CHS responds to reports of weapon possession
CULLMAN, Ala. - During the morning of May 12, it was brought to the attention of the Cullman High School administration that a CHS student may have a weapon in his/her book bag. In conjunction with the School Resource Officer, the CHS administration acted...
West Point 8th grader Brodie Henry is county 2021 Scholars’ Bowl MVP, middle school and high school!
WEST POINT, Ala. - When West Point Middle School took first place honors in the recent county middle school Scholars’ Bowl tournament, 8th-grader Brodie Henry led the team, finishing as the overall high scorer of the event. There is more to the story, though--Henry...
Colony Councilwoman cleared of ethics violation charges by State Ethics Commission
COLONY, Ala. - Colony Councilwoman Ethel Alexander, subject of an ethics complaint filed by Mayor Curtis Johnson in February charging that she had used her office for personal gain, was cleared of the charge by the State of Alabama Ethics Commission on May 5.
In...
Colony Councilman resigns, council rescinds Town Clerk’s dismissal
COLONY, Ala. - Colony’s Town Council meeting Tuesday afternoon was a busy one with multiple items on the agenda, and a big piece of news that was not. During the committee reports, Finance Committee Chair Eric Carwell offered no report, but instead submitted his...
Duck River Reservoir to lower pool elevation for dam inspection
CULLMAN, Ala. The Utilities Board of the City of Cullman issued the following statement on Tuesday, May 11:
The Utilities Board of the City of Cullman has begun lowering the pool elevation at Duck River Reservoir a total of 20 feet to allow for dam...
Tension in South Vinemont
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala.- Tensions were high at the South Vinemont Council’s Tuesday evening work session and regular meeting. At April’s work session, council member Sonya Copeland presented Mayor Radginal Dodson, the council members and others with a list of reasons she felt was “why...
Obituary: William Ernie Moore
A funeral service for William Ernie Moore of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 13, 2021 at Valley View Church in Arkadelphia. Burial will follow at the adjoining cemetery. Mr. Moore will lie in state from 1:00 p.m. until service time at...
Obituary: Jerome “Jerry” H. Thomas
Jerome "Jerry" H. Thomas of Falkville, in Cullman County, passed away May 10, 2021 at the age of 72. He was born March 26, 1949 in Cullman to James E. and Berllene Hudson Thomas. He is preceded in death by his parents and sons:...
Obituary: Sandra Kay Hendrix
Sandra Kay Hendrix, age 63, of Haleyville, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Birmingham.
Mrs. Hendrix was born on August 8, 1957 in Columbia, Tennessee. She was an avid Tennessee Vols fan, and an Elvis Presley-loving, wrestling-watching, kindhearted woman.
Visitation will...
Obituary: Maxwell Shirley Daniel
Maxwell Shirley Daniel, 89, of Phil Campbell, entered into rest on Sunday, May 9, 2021 at his residence.
Mr. Daniel was born June 16, 1931 in Marshall County, Alabama. Shirley was a kindhearted man who loved his family and enjoyed helping others. He was a...
Veteran Memorial: Albert R. Howard
Albert R. Howard was born December 28, 1924 in Cullman County and listed Cullman as his hometown. He enlisted in the United States Army Air Forces and served during World War II, where he rose to the rank of Sergeant. Howard was a Central...
Arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 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
No incidents reported.
Arrests
May 10
Swindall, Emma R.; 22
FTA- fail...
Colony food pantry gears up for summer food program, starts May 17
COLONY, Ala. - The Carpenter’s Cabinet food pantry located at the Educational Complex in Colony has announced plans for its 2021 summer food service program, set to begin next Monday, May 17, 2021.
In a release to media, pantry manager Patricia Ponder shared:
The Carpenter’s Cabinet...
Bassmaster College Series stops at Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. — Talented teams from across the country will converge on Lewis Smith Lake May 14-15 for the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro Shops. The second stop on the 2021 schedule, the event was originally scheduled for Apr. 16-17 before heavy...
Nothing but smiles at the 2nd annual Ridin’ for Residents Jeep Parade
CULLMAN, Ala. - Residents of several area nursing homes and assisted living facilities were all smiles Saturday as they were visited by close to 100 Jeeps. The Cullman County Wranglers’ 2nd annual Ridin’ for Residents Jeep Parade made its way through Cullman and Hanceville...
PALS committee accepting nomination for the 2021 Beautification Awards
The Cullman County People Against A Littered State committee is busy making plans to recognize the efforts of the many businesses that work hard to make the Cullman area a beautiful place for everyone to enjoy. The PALS committee is currently accepting nominations for...
School officials address local industry needs for skilled workers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bright and early Friday morning, representatives from more than 20 local industries met with educational leaders to discuss ways of bringing new workers into the workforce. Led by Dale Greer, director of the Cullman Economic Development Agency, the meeting featured speakers...
Obituary: James Holland Lee, Jr.
James Holland Lee, Jr., 60, of Addison, Alabama entered into rest on May 8, 2021 at Huntsville Hospital for Women and Children.
Mr. Lee was born on May 11, 1960 in West Palm Beach, Florida. He enjoyed many things in life, including buck calls, hunting...
Obituary: Randy Hale
Funeral service for Randy Hale, 59, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Hale passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021 at his residence. He was...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison’s Wilkins signs with Coastal Alabama
ADDISON, Ala. – It was an exciting day in the library of Addison High School as Logan "Baby Shaq" Wilkins signed his letter of intent to continue his basketball career at Coastal Alabama Community College in Bay Minette, Alabama. The Sun Chiefs are a perennial...
Breaking News: Governor Kay Ivey announces end of participation in all federal pandemic unemployment compensation programs
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Governor Kay Ivey announced today that Alabama will end its participation in all federally funded pandemic unemployment compensation programs effective June 19, 2021 including:
Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC), which provides for an additional $300 weekly payment to recipients of unemployment...
Arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 6-9, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 6
harassment; CR 251unlawful possession of drug paraphernaliaharassment; CR 1413theft of property; Hwy. 69 Sunauthorized...
PREP SOFTBALL: 5 local teams preparing for Regional Tournaments
CULLMAN Ala. – This year’s area tournaments are officially in the books and there are still five local teams preparing to continue their postseason runs at Regional Tournaments this week. Holly Pond, West Point and Cullman will head to Florence for the North Regional,...
WSCC ATHLETICS: No. 7 softball cruises in ACCC Tournament, winning 13th title in program history
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s 7th-ranked softball team navigated through the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Tournament as it did during the regular season – with a flurry of offensive firepower and strong sophomore pitching.
The Lions dominated the event, winning the program’s 13th conference...
Deer: Attract or deter?
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Deer in residential areas—homeowners either love the friendly visitors or wish they would leave plants alone. While hunting season has come and gone, traces of white-tailed deer in residential areas or on landowners’ property are nearing their peak. According to...
78-year-old earns college degree after decades of pursuing her dream
Vivian Cunningham graduated from Samford University at the age of 78 on May 8. There was no easy path to her degree, and long breaks might have become permanent if not for the family, friends and Samford faculty and staff who encouraged her when...
Driver indicted, arrested in deadly 2020 Cullman crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - Angelica Denise Ruffin, 38, of Huntsville, a driver involved in a deadly crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 278 and State Road 157 on June 7, 2020, was arrested over the weekend and charged with reckless murder, reckless manslaughter, and...
United Way seeks help for food bank as letter carriers’ drive canceled
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual food drive sponsored by the National Association of Letter Carriers typically nets thousands of pounds of food for local pantries, but its 29th event has been canceled for 2021, potentially leaving organizations like Cullman Caring for Kids in a...
Obituary: J.D. Blalock
Funeral services for J.D. Blalock, 87, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Shelton Grove Cemetery. Reverend Ray Ponder will officiate. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Tuesday beginning...
Cullman’s Thompson earns 1st major league win against Pittsburgh
CHICAGO, Ill. – It’s been quite a week for Cullman native Keegan Thompson. The former Bearcat and Auburn star made his major league debut in Cincinnati Sunday, made his first career start against the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers Tuesday and picked up his...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: Lady Bearcats finish area runners-up, advance to North Regional
HARTSELLE, Ala. – It was a long and wild night in Hartselle Friday. Cullman returned to Sparkman Park in Hartselle to continue its run through the 6A, Area 14 Tournament and after defeating the Lady Tigers in the winner’s bracket 6-3 early in the...
Palomino RV Resort to open new aqua park Memorial Day Weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - As residents prepare for summer to kick off, the Palomino RV Resort at Burrow-Hamilton Farm plans to unveil a new way for guests to keep cool: an inflatable aqua park floating on the pond! Zac Wood, executive director of Cullman Parks,...
$3.6M awarded for broadband expansion projects in Cullman Co.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman on Friday released the following statement regarding three grants awarded by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) to expand broadband infrastructure in Cullman County:
“Access to high-speed internet is imperative to the growth and survival...
Bill calling for vote to make County School Superintendent an elected position passes in State House
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - House Bill 622, which would change the Cullman County School Superintendent from an appointed post to an elected post, passed the Senate Thursday after having made it through the House of Representatives April 29. Fewer than one in three Representatives took part...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: Holly Pond tops J.B. Pennington 14-4 to win area title
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Rainy weather delayed area tournaments all over the state earlier this week but the Lady Broncos were finally able to get back on their home field Friday night to play for a 3A, Area 13 championship. After a slow start...
Obituary: Sherron “Sherry” C. Stricklin
Funeral services for Sherron “Sherry” C. Stricklin, of Cullman, Alabama will be 12:15 p.m. Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Bo Pruett will be officiating. Visitation will be at Hanceville Funeral Home on Saturday from...
Obituary: Belva Susan Kampis
Funeral Service for Belva Susan Kampis, age 70, of Vinemont, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 9, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Tim McCormick officiating and interment in Flint Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Saturday, May...
Obituary: Jack Nix
Jack Nix, age 91, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Jack was born January 30, 1930. There will be a visitation at the Funeral home from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 8, 2021 with a graveside service...
B.A.S.S., Alabama Power, Union Sportsmen’s Alliance & the Alabama Department of Conservation & Natural Resources host dedication ceremony for new pavilion at Smith Lake
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Participation in angling has hit new highs in the past year, and a new public use pavilion built by skilled volunteers from the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance as part of an Alabama Power and B.A.S.S. conservation partnership is offering a much-needed place...
Alabama faith leaders call on Gov. Ivey to expand Medicaid
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nearly 300 Alabama faith leaders released a joint letter Thursday calling on Gov. Kay Ivey to expand Medicaid coverage immediately for adults with low incomes. The letter – signed by 278 pastors, imams, sisters and other faith leaders – asks for...
Arrests and incidents reported May 7, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 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
May 5
harassment; person; 2nd Ave. SE
unlawful breaking...
Hanceville City Council discusses construction that will begin soon on new senior center
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- A new bid for the construction of the new Hanceville Senior Center was approved by the Hanceville City Council Thursday evening. The bid was awarded to Adam’s Building Company for $415,000.
Adam’s Building Company is a general contractor out of Blountsville and was...
City of Hanceville recognizes local teen’s efforts in raising awareness for Lyme Disease
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Madeline Hill, 13, was recognized by the City of Hanceville Thursday evening at their council meeting. Hill contracted Lyme Disease while visiting a petting zoo with her family in 2014. Since then, she and her family have worked tirelessly to raise...
‘The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery’ opens at St. Bernard, shows continue Friday and Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Prep School’s Drama Department premiered “The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery” Thursday evening at the Byre theater on the campus of St. Bernard Abbey.
Pioneer Drama Service, which licenses the show, offers this description:
“The players at The Murder Mystery...
Superior scores for three area band programs
CULLMAN, Ala. - Three local high school band programs are celebrating this week after earning superior ratings from the Alabama Music Educators Association’s Music Performance Assessment. Traditionally, high school concert and symphonic bands would travel to perform live in front of the judges. This...
Alabama House approves medical marijuana bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday approved a medical marijuana bill that would allow registered patients with qualifying conditions to safely access and use medical cannabis.
The Senate is expected to give its final approval and send it to Governor Kay...
Relay Day – A community coming together against cancer
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Thursday, May 6, 2021, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed Friday, May 7, 2021, “Relay Day – A Community Coming Together Against Cancer” in recognition of Relay For Life of Cullman County’s “Lights on First Drive Thru Luminaria and Survivor Parade”...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: Clemmons’ 1-hitter leads Cullman past Muscle Shoals 4-0
HARTSELLE, Ala. – After rain showers delayed the start of area tournaments all over the state, Cullman was finally able to hit the field in Hartselle to face Muscle Shoals in the opening round of this year’s 6A, Area 14 Tournament. After a slow...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point handles Russellville 14-2 to claim 5A, Area 15 crown
WEST POINT, Ala. – After defeating Russellville in the opening round of this year’s 5A, Area 15 Tournament Monday night, the Lady Warriors had to wait two days for the rain to pass to get back on the field and play for an area...
Chamber seeking nominations for Citizen of the Year award
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the 2021-2022 Emma Marie Eddleman Citizenship Award to he presented at the Chamber's Annual Meeting in February. The honor is given to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to...
CCBOE votes to sell Section 16 property
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) on Thursday voted to sell the board's property on Smith Lake to R&D Lake Properties, LLC. This decision was approved by majority vote with Wayne Myrex abstaining from voting and Kenny Brockman opposing the sale....
WSCC ATHLETICS: Softball, baseball teams begin postseason play Friday; women’s tennis season ends at nationals
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s softball and baseball teams begin pursuit of conference tournament championships on Sunday.
Wallace State’s 7th-ranked softball team, seeded No. 1, plays Friday at 2 p.m. against either Calhoun or Chattahoochee Valley at Alabaster’s Veterans Park.
Wallace State softball has compiled an...
Arrests and incidents reported May 6, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 6, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 3
unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; attempt to elude police...
Troy Athletics hands out top honors at 7th annual Trojan Tribute; Cullman’s Thomas wins male athlete of the year
TROY, Ala. – Troy Athletics honored greatness among its student-athletes Wednesday night with the seventh annual Trojan Tribute award show. For the second straight spring, the awards were presented virtually via Facebook and YouTube.
Awards were handed out in 17 different categories ranging from strength...
Cullman Area Technology Academy celebrates its teachers
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - Principal Billy Troutman of the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) took time during National Teacher Appreciation Week to recognize his faculty.
Said Troutman, “Our faculty consists of industry qualified professionals that have a passion for the craft taught in their program.”
The...
Mayor proclaims ‘Mental Health Awareness Month’ in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the month of May 2021 “Mental Health Awareness Month” in the City of Cullman.
Mental Health Awareness Month was started in 1949 by Mental Health America to communicate the importance of mental...
Obituary: Thelene Thomas
Funeral Service for Mrs. Thelene Thomas, 85, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m., Friday, May 7, 2021, at Cullman Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 12 -2 p.m. prior to the service. The interment will follow at Battleground Cemetery. Brother C. R....
Obituary: Charles Wayne Brown
Funeral Service for Charles Wayne Brown, age 66, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 7, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Heath Tinker officiating. Interment will be in Nesmith Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m....
Obituary: Charmian Mardis (Perfetti) Olszowka
Charmian Mardis (Perfetti) Olszowka, age 74, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 3, 2021. Charmian was born February 25, 1947 in Niagara Falls, New York.
Charmian is survived by daughters: Jill (Matt) Spasaro, Jamie (Adrian) Taylor, Joelle (John) Harrison; sons: Joshua (Lucy) Olszowka,...
RNR Search and Rescue in need of donations
CULLMAN, Ala. - RNR Search and Rescue, a recently-formed S&R team that serves Cullman and surrounding counties, is in need of donations and volunteers. For six months, the group has served the local community by undergoing search and rescue missions using canines (some trained to...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point’s Wilkins lands on North All-Star roster
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The Alabama High School Athletic Directors & Coaches Association have completed the rosters for this year’s North-South All-Star Softball Game in Montgomery and Lady Warriors ace Carlie Wilkins earned a spot this year’s North team. Wilkins is in the midst...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman’s Stancil earns spot on North All-Star roster
CULLMAN, Ala. – Hayden Stancil put together a stellar junior campaign this year at Cullman High school, contributing on the mound, at the plate and in the infield and now he’ll get the chance to compete with some of the best players in his...
Gov. Ivey announces grant to improve access road in city of Cullman
MONTGOMERY, Ala. —Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $350,000 grant for the city of Cullman improve public safety and alleviate traffic hazards.
The funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) will be used to reconstruct a two-mile segment of 24th Street between U.S. Hwy 31...
Baileyton Town Council member Dewayne Sumner continues to recover from accident; council discusses downed phone lines
BAILEYTON, Ala.- The Baileyton Town Council was short one council member Monday night as council member Dewayne Sumner continues to recover at home from a lawnmower accident. The first meeting at the new Baileyton Town Hall began with the recognition of all elected officials,...
Arrests and incidents reported May 5, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 5, 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
May 3
fourth-degree theft of property; person; Katherine St. NW;...
Fairview Town Council hears request for noise ordinance
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Town Council on Monday evening heard from local resident Paula Brock, who asked the council to consider enacting a noise ordinance. According to Brock, a nearby household is prone to playing loud music even after midnight, disturbing neighbors, including...
Holly Pond town council votes to surplus two properties, discusses sewer rate increase
HOLLY POND, Ala. - During their meeting Monday evening, members of the Holly Pond town council voted to surplus two properties that no longer had any municipal use. On the advice of the town attorney, the council accepted ordinances to sell 28 Brooklyn Rd. and...
Cullman Strawberry Festival a big success
CULLMAN, Ala. - For 82 years, the city of Cullman has celebrated the area’s prolific strawberry crops and, after facing the COVID shutdown of 2020, folks were ready to celebrate once again last Saturday. Even without the popular Senior Shindig usually held on Friday,...
‘A community arts event unlike any you’ve ever attended’: Cullman playwright to release interactive new work May 9
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mother's Day 2021 will be the online debut of a new "community arts event" from the mind of Cullman-based playwright Ben South. Titled "HOUSEBOUND & GARDEN: The Pandemic Letters Dramedy," the show tells the story of grandmother and granddaughter through letters...
Food that touches the soul
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- “Food that touches the soul.” That’s how the owner of Merriweather’s Soul Food describes what you can expect at their new restaurant located inside the Joann Walls Center on Bangor Street in Hanceville. The meat and three style eatery has generated quite...
Cullman’s Thompson makes 1st career start against Dodgers
CHICAGO, Ill. – Former Cullman and Auburn baseball star Keegan Thompson made his first career start for the Chicago Cubs against the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers at Wrigley Field Tuesday night and kept the defending champs off the board for nearly four innings....
Obituary: Marston Hester Lancaster
Graveside services for Marston Hester Lancaster, 58, of Good Hope, Alabama will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 6, 2021 at Bethlehem East Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Lancaster was born...
Obituary: Gregory Allen Cleghorn
Gregory Allen Cleghorn, 46, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Sunday, May 2, 2021 in Jasper, Alabama.
Greg was born on May 29, 1974 in Cordele, Georgia.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 6, 2021 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Pleasant Hill...
Obituary: Ella Marie (Hagan) Burns
Ella Marie was a consummate and loving mother, wife, teacher and friend adored by all who knew her. A graduate of Cullman High School and member of Cullman First Methodist Church, she married Cullman native Alan Burns in 1949 and they raised two children...
Obituary: Michael “Shane” Graves
Michael "Shane" Graves, age 47, of Blountsville, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 3, 2021. Shane was born December 28, 1973 in Birmingham, Alabama to Marjorie Ann Williams Schultz and Harold Ray Graves.
Shane is survived by daughters: Kaytlynn (Heath) Townson and Carianna Graves; grandchildren:...
Arrests and incidents reported May 3, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 4, 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
April 29
third-degree criminal trespass; harassment; person; 2nd Way...
Veteran Memorial: William Howard Gunter
William Howard Gunter listed Bremen as his hometown when he enlisted with the United States Marine Corp. He served in the Korean War and earned the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was attached to Company A, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division.
The 1st...
Veteran Memorial: Leo Dwaine Andrews
Leo Dwaine Andrews was born June 25, 1932 in Cullman County and called Vinemont home. Andrews enlisted in the United States Navy and served in the Korean War. The young seaman was attached to Destroyer USS Herbert J. Thomas DD-883, part of Task Force 77.
The...
Cullman’s Wiggins wins Phoenix Bass Fishing League on Lewis Smith Lake
JASPER, Ala. (May 4, 2021) – Boater Jordan Wiggins of Cullman, Alabama, wins the Phoenix Bass Fishing League Presented by T-H Marine at Lewis Smith Lake in Jasper, Alabama. Wiggins earned $5,839 for his victory at the event, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce of Walker County.
Top 10 Results
1st – Jordan...
Scholars’ Bowl Scoreboard county wrap-up: West Point high school and middle school teams dominate
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - West Point’s high school and middle school teams in 2021 continued the dominant performance in Scholars’ Bowl that they have enjoyed over the last several years with undefeated regular seasons and sweeps in their respective county tournaments. To top it...
St. Bernard Prep Drama presents ‘The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery’ May 6-8
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Saint Bernard Prep Drama Department returns to the stage after the 2020 shutdown with the one-act play “The Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery” this Thursday , May 6 through Saturday, May 8, under the direction of Ashleigh Russell. Showtimes...
CCCDC awards over $80,000 in grants to local fire departments and other recipients
CULLMAN, Ala. - Recipients of the most recent grants from the Cullman County Community Development Commission gathered Monday morning to receive the funds for their upcoming projects. The seven recipients were given $12,000 each, for a total amount of $84,000 awarded. The organizations who...
Baileyton Town Council holds first meeting in new Town Hall
BAILEYTON, Ala.- On what would be Rolfe Burks’ 117th birthday, the Baileyton Town Council were able to conduct their first council meeting in the new Baileyton Town Hall. Former elected officials were invited and recognized during the meeting. Cullman County Commissioner Kerry Watson was also...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point downs Russellville 4-1 to advance
WEST POINT, Ala. – This year’s 5A, Area 15 Tournament began at West Point High School Monday night and after Russellville defeated Lawrence County in the opening round, the Lady Golden Tigers advanced to face the top-seeded Lady Warriors. After a pair of scoreless...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: Lady Broncos top J.B. Pennington 7-6 in opening round
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly Pond began its area tournament at home Monday, and they took on J.B. Pennington to kick things off. After falling behind early, a huge fifth inning helped propel the Lady Broncos to a 7-6 win over the Lady Tigers to keep...
Obituary: Claudia Ann Green
Funeral Service for Mrs. Claudia Ann Green, 51, of West Point, will be 6 p.m. Thursday, May 6, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Family will receive friends from 5-6 p.m. prior to the service. Brother Don Frolich will officiate the service.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Andrew Jack Tucker
Andrew Jack Tucker, age 91, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 3, 2021. Andrew was born May 5, 1929 to Tom and Nola Tucker.
Andrew is survived by sons: Mack Tucker (Sandra), Randy Tucker (Sandra) and Tommy Tucker (Robyn); 11 grandchildren and 18...
Obituary: Terry Ruben Lee
Terry Ruben Lee of Hanceville passed away May 1, 2021 at the age of 71. He was born in Cullman, May 1, 1950 to Thurman D. and Ruby Stephens Lee. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Services will be announced at a later...
Cullman City Primary School wins national grand prize for excellence in LETRS reading program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Monday afternoon, representatives from 27 schools and school districts across the country tuned in to a virtual ceremony as a panel of judges in the state of Washington announced the winners of the first-ever Dr. Louisa Moats Award for Excellence in...
Arrests and incidents reported April 29 through May 2, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 29 through May 2, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 29
unlawful possession of marijuana; CR 1422
unlawful possession of controlled...
Governor Ivey announces COVID-19 Public Health Order and State of Emergency to end
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced that Alabama’s COVID-19 public health order will end Monday, May 31, 2021, and the state of emergency will end Tuesday, July 6, 2021.
“For over a year now, Alabamians, like people around the globe, have made...
With goals met, NASA to push envelope with Ingenuity Mars Helicopter
HOUSTON, Texas – Now that NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter has accomplished the goal of achieving powered, controlled flight of an aircraft on the Red Planet, and with data from its most recent flight test April 25, the technology demonstration project has met or surpassed...
New license allows hunting of feral swine, coyotes at night
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - With Gov. Kay Ivey’s signature this week, new legislation will provide hunters in Alabama with another opportunity to harvest two specific animals. The legislation allows Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship to establish a season for hunting feral hogs and coyotes at night...
Cullman’s Thompson makes MLB debut against Reds
CINCINNATI, OH. – After joining the Cubs’ taxi squad earlier this week, former Cullman High School and Auburn great Keegan Thompson was officially activated by Chicago yesterday and made his major league debut in Cincinnati Sunday afternoon. Thompson relieved Dillon Maples in the bottom...
PREP SOFTBALL: Area tournaments beginning this week
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the regular season in the books, area tournaments are right around the corner for local teams. Holly Pond and West Point will host their respective area tournaments Monday while the rest of the local teams will travel.
Class 1A, Area 12...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1954
Mr. Persall, who was born in Newton County, Georgia on February 6, 1869, came to Cullman County when he was 19 years old. His parents decided to return to Georgia, but he bought a farm and remained here. Five children were born to Mr....
PREP SOCCER PLAYOFFS: Cullman falls to Southside 2-0 in round 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats were back home at Oliver Woodard Stadium Saturday night to host their first ever appearance in the third round of the AHSAA state playoffs and squared off against the Lady Panthers of Southside. Unfortunately for the home...
Obituary: Roger Dale Reynolds
Roger Dale Reynolds of Cullman passed away April 30, 2021 at the age of 68. He was born in Cullman January 16, 1953 to Homer and Betty Jean Creel Reynolds. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister: Linda Susan Shadrix.
Mr. Reynolds...
Obituary: Wanda Burgess
Funeral services for Wanda Burgess, 72, of Hanceville, AL will be 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 3, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Bethesda Cemetery in Arkadelphia. Reverend Scott Arnold will officiate. Visitation will be Sunday evening beginning at 5:00 p.m....
Obituary: Elva Mae Cucunato
Elva Mae Cucunato, 89, of Cullman, Alabama entered into rest on April 30, 2021 at Woodland Haus in Cullman, Alabama.
Mrs. Cucunato was born on June 9, 1931 in Houston, Alabama. Elva graduated from Addison High School in 1950 and was a military wife for...
