Go Fish, Alabama! teaches basics of fishing
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Have you ever wanted to learn the basics of fishing, but didn’t know where to begin? The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division (WFF) has developed a beginner fishing course just for you.WFF’s “Go...
Veteran Memorial: James Walter Brock III
James Walter Brock III was born December 1, 1946 in Cullman County. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corp and served during the Vietnam War. Brock was attached to 3rd Marine Division (Amphibious Forces), 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, E Company. His occupation was...
Upcoming Memorial Day weekend events
CULLMAN, Ala. - There are several events happening around Cullman County this Memorial Day weekend. While Memorial Day has become a time that many choose to hit the lake or host a fun barbeque or party, let’s not forget the reason for the holiday....
Arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 24
unlawful possession of controlled substance; Hwy. 231theft of property; Day Gap Rd.unlawful breaking entering...
PREP SOFTBALL: Looking back at a fun 2021 season
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 2021 season was an eventful and memorable one for several local teams. Holly Pond, Cullman, Cold Springs, Good Hope and West Point all advanced to the Regional Tournament stage of the postseason and for the teams that didn’t make it...
No. 5 Wallace State rebounds late Wednesday at nationals after extra-inning loss
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YUMA, ARIZ. – Wallace State’s softball team kept its season alive late Wednesday night, defeating Odessa College 10-2 in five innings at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I National Championship.
In a game that finished at 12:30 a.m....
“He’s a miracle!”
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tuesday was a birthday Ron Mann will never forget. It’s a miracle, according to his doctors, that he is able to celebrate his 74th birthday. Mann tested positive for COVID-19 on October 29 and after three months on a ventilator, four...
German Axe Throwing Company to host charity tournament to benefit Children’s Hospital
CULLMAN, Ala. - German Axe Throwing Company (GATCo) is enjoying its novel place in Cullman area recreation, and will host a charity tournament on Saturday, June 5, 2021 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at its range located at 419 Main Ave. SW in...
Curt’s Closet goes full time: charitable boutique now open Tuesday-Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ashley Wilson started her new job on Tuesday, May 25. Her charitable clothing and accessory boutique Curt's Closet started new business hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, and Wilson took the helm as its first full-time staffer.
Wilson...
‘We want to prepare students’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools (CCS) is gearing up to launch a new citizenship program that aims to impact hundreds of local students in the coming years.
CCS, the Liberty Learning Foundation and the City of Cullman are partnering with the American Character and...
Obituary: Vonda Lee Milligan Calvert
Graveside service for Vonda Lee Milligan Calvert will be on Friday, May 28, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Prospect Church of Christ Cemetery with Bill Hall officiating. Visitation will be at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. prior to the...
Obituary: Margaret Floyd Stallings (Updated)
Memorial service for Margaret Floyd Stallings, 84, of Cullman, will be June 13, 2021, 2 p.m. at St. Andrews United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service. Pastor Robert Lancaster will officiate the service.
Cullman...
The halls of knowledge: Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - When you walk into the Cullman County Public Library, you are greeted by a rush of cool air and quiet, but do not be deceived by the silence. There is so much going on! The several dedicated employees of the Cullman...
Arrests and incidents reported May 26, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 26, 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 25
criminal mischief; person; Rosemont Ave. NW/Dripping Springs Rd....
PREP BASEBALL: A look back at an exciting 2021 season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Another high school baseball season has come to a close and several local teams had some big seasons. We saw a handful of local squads play their way into the postseason and others still working to take that next step but...
Folds twirls three-hit shutout, lifting No. 5 Wallace State softball in NJCAA Division I National Championship opener
YUMA, ARIZ. – Haylee Folds twirled a three-hit gem and five Wallace State softball players accounted for RBIs in the Lions’ 5-0 first-round victory over No. 12 Chipola College in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I National Championship on Tuesday at the...
Hanceville prepares to host Inaugural Grilled Cheese Festival
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A fun day is planned this Saturday in downtown Hanceville as they celebrate one of the most beloved comfort foods--grilled cheese! The inaugural Grilled Cheese Festival is being organized by Hanceville’s downtown merchants and the unique festival plans on having activities...
‘Brother Joseph, Brother Joseph!’ coming this Sunday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Ave Maria Grotto at St. Bernard Abbey has earned its place as one of the top must-see tourist destinations in Alabama, but this Sunday, it will offer a little something more as local artists Ben South and Donna Drake hold...
LifeSouth to host Cullman City versus Cullman County annual blood drive
CULLMAN, Ala. - LifeSouth Community Blood Centers will host the Annual Cullman City vs Cullman County Blood Drive June 4 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Kami May, LifeSouth’s District Community Development Coordinator said this event is not only fun, but it is also important...
Cullman Caring for Kids faces food supply shortfalls as summer approaches
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids, a child abuse prevention agency best known around the area for its food bank, is about to enter one of its busiest times of the year as kids come home from school for the summer. As he...
Cullman City Council commits $6 million to school system capital projects
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening approved a resolution “to authorize the Mayor to enter into a funding agreement with the Cullman City Board of Education for its system-wide ‘Capital Improvement Plan,’” committing $6 million to be paid in monthly...
Colony Council meeting canceled after two members walk out
COLONY, Ala. - The Colony Town Council on Tuesday afternoon cut its proceedings short after members Ethel Alexander and Samuel Ashford walked out ahead of the pre-meeting work session, leaving the council unable to conduct business without a quorum. Alexander, Ashford and former member...
Obituary: Louise L. Baxley
Louise L. Baxley, 95, of Arley, Alabama entered into rest on May 24, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Baxley was born on January 1, 1926. She attended Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses of Jasper, Alabama. She was a good cook...
Obituary: Michael Wayne Pruett
Funeral Service for Michael Wayne Pruett, age 62, of Cullman, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rebekah Mickle officiating and interment in Lawrence Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m....
Obituary: Johnny Joe Hathcoat
A private graveside service for Johnny Joe Hathcoat, 85, of Cullman will be at noon, Thursday, May 27, 2021 at Cullman Memory Gardens, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
The family will receive friends at Cullman Funeral Home from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Thursday.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: Vonda R. Calvert
A funeral service for Vonda R. Calvert, 87, of Dodge City will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 27, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home with burial following at Cullman City Cemetery. Bill Hall and Chad Kennedy will officiate. A time of visitation will...
Obituary: Billie Jo Self Helton
Memorial Service for Billie Jo Self Helton, 61, of Dodge City, are being planned and will be announced at a later date. Mrs. Helton passed from this life May 23, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born March 7, 1960...
Pet of the Week: Finish the school year with a great Grady!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Grady is a 1.5 - 2-year-old Blue Tick Hound. He’s a lively medium-to-high energy pet, a vocal guy who likes to announce his arrival! He’s not a...
Arrests and incidents reported May 25, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 25, 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 24
first-degree theft of property; person; White Cir. SW;...
CATA cosmetology student wins with Alabama-inspired design
CULLMAN, Ala. - Elyse Koloski from the Cullman Area Technology Academy Cosmetology Department recently won the “Feel Your Fantasy” competition hosted by Beauty Cast Network, with a hair/makeup design inspired by Alabama’s state bird, the Yellowhammer. Her prize package was valued at over $1,000.
CATA Cosmetology...
East Point Cumberland Presbyterian Church celebrates 100 years of service
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bright and early Sunday morning, the congregation of East Point Cumberland Presbyterian Church gathered for a twofold celebration: the annual recognition of Decoration for the church graveyard, and the 100th anniversary of the church's founding. Inside the church were displays of...
Victim Services seeks to bring Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - For victims of sexual violence in Cullman County, access to rapid response by forensic personnel trained to deal with the particular issues of those crimes is limited. Children and teens can turn to Brooks’ Place Child Advocacy Center and its Forensic...
Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development launching Industrial Maintenance Pre-Apprenticeship program beginning this summer
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development is launching an Industrial Maintenance Pre-Apprenticeship program beginning with the summer 2021 semester.
Students enrolling in Wallace State’s Electronics Technology program are eligible for the program during their first semester at the...
Good Hope City Council votes to allow Sunday alcohol sales Monday evening
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council voted Monday night to allow Sunday alcohol sales beginning July 4, 2021. Alcohol will be sold from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. on Sunday and rules for Monday-Saturday to remain unchanged. This was welcomed news...
Obituary: Brigitte “Kitty” Washburn
Funeral Service for Brigitte Washburn, age 83, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Tyler Perkins and Tyler Cantrell officiating and the interment in Simcoe Methodist Cemetery.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge...
Obituary: Tracie Joan Corbitt
Funeral Service for Tracie Joan Corbitt, age 50, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at Center Grove Baptist Church with Phillip Ashley officiating and the interment in Center Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00-2:00 p.m. prior to...
New principal named at Hanceville High School
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Monday approved the hiring of Daniel Wakefield as the new principal of Hanceville High School. Wakefield has worked at Hanceville for 19 years and is currently the principal of Hanceville Middle School.
“I’m very excited...
Arrests and incidents reported May 24, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 24, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 20
assault; trespassing; CR 1564theft of property; Hwy. 157domestic violence; CR 933harassment; Good Hope School...
CATA Cosmetology students earn College Readiness Indicator certificates
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cosmetology students Diana Arroyo, D.J. Dubick, Fiayla Herc, Elyse Koloski and Yulissa Velazquez at the Cullman Area Technology Academy recently earned College Readiness Indicator certificates in Customer Service and Sales.
According to CATA, “This CRI is perfect for students who are interested...
Central Board of Control selects Alvin Briggs as next AHSAA Executive Director
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Current Associate Executive Director Alvin Briggs has been selected to become the fifth Executive Director of the Alabama High School Athletic Association. The unanimously approved the hiring of Briggs at a special Central Board meeting Monday morning and the announcement was made by current...
Veteran Memorial: Rufus B. Humphries and Tolbert L. Humphries
Rufus B. Humphries
Rufus B. Humphries was born on August 12, 1919 in Cullman County. He enlisted in the United States Army Air Forces and served in World War II. His rank was Private First Class.
On July 16, 1942, he was to a passenger on...
Alabama’s April unemployment rate drops to 3.6%, Cullman County 2.1%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted April unemployment rate is 3.6%, down from March’s rate of 3.8%, and well below April 2020’s rate of 13.2%.
“Alabama continues to see a decline in unemployment, as...
Obituary: Milford Estes
Milford Estes, 82, of Holly Pond, passed away on Saturday, May 22, 2021. He was born February 26, 1939, in Cullman County, to George and Mary Latham Estes.
Milford was a man of many talents. He worked as a miner, built homes, worked at Americold,...
Cullman City Board of Education honors top teachers, school nurses
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board recently named its elementary and secondary Teachers of the Year and honored its school nurses for their service during the pandemic.
Teachers of the Year were:
Blakely Burns, East Elementary School, Elementary Teacher of the Year Linda Bean, Cullman...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1954
Mrs. Cecil Looney of Geraldine was the guest last week of Mrs. Lois Weeks. Mrs. Weeks returned home with her for several days. Mrs. Jimmy Duren of Birmingham spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. James E. Nail and Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Duren....
Obituary: Tommy Bernard Basinger
Mr. Basinger was born on May 28, 1955 to Volen and Lura (Murphy) Basinger in Jefferson County. He died at the age of 65 on May 21, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Survivors include his wife: Valerie Basinger; daughters: Bridget (Warren) Ratliff, Denise (John)...
Obituary: Betty Ann Stevenson
Betty Ann Stevenson, age 87, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2021. Betty was born March 18, 1934 in Florence, Alabama to Bessie Viola England Martin and Robert Martin.Betty is survived by daughter: Linda Ann Stevenson Smitha; sons: Gary Edward Stevenson,...
Obituary: Maitland Virginia Snyder
Maitland Virginia Snyder, 88, of Cullman entered into rest on Friday, May 21, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Mrs. Snyder was born November 3, 1932. She loved spending time with family. Her hobbies were reading and gardening.
A graveside service will be Sunday, May 23,...
Obituary: Jewel Miller
Jewel Miller, 81, of Double Springs, Alabama entered into rest on Friday, May 21, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Miller was born on October 2, 1939 in Double Springs, Alabama.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 23, 2021 from 5:00...
Obituary: Nellie Faye Dupree
Nellie Faye Dupree, age 81 of Haleyville, entered into rest on Friday, May 21, 2021 in McCalla.
Mrs. Dupree was born on February 28, 1940 in Haleyville, Alabama. She was known as “the quilt maker and seamstress” and made the most beautiful quilts, which she...
Small but always significant
CULLMAN, Ala. - Pomp and Circumstance echoed throughout the room as the Class of 2021 at the Children’s Development Center began their procession. Cameras flashed as these wonderfully successful students were each seated at specially designated tables with their families, each decorated with deep...
BONUS Pet of the Week: Make friends with Moxie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare this week, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Moxie is a 1.5-year-old plott hound mix. She’s a laid-back, low-to-medium energy pet who’s skilled on her leash. She...
Obituary: Alio Turney
Alio Turney, age 78, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2021. Alio was born January 13, 1943 in Cullman, Alabama.
Alio is survived by son: Timothy (Lorie) Turney; daughters: Gina (Jeff) Bishop, Angela (Robert) Kleinschmidt; grandchildren: Emily (Jordan) Troutman, Hannah Winton, Zack...
ADOL issues reminders regarding teen employment
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – As summer approaches, the Alabama Department of Labor is reminding employers of the regulations associated with employing teen workers. As many businesses struggle to find a sufficient number of employees, some may turn to teen workers to help fill the gap....
Arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 19
duty upon striking unattended vehicle; person; Hwy. 157;...
‘Amazing things’: State Dept. of Education Superintendent visits CCPS to celebrate reading award
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman City Primary School won the prestigious Dr. Louisa Moats Award earlier this year and celebrated that honor on Friday with a visit from Alabama State Dept. of Education Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey and a delegation of state officials.
Cullman City Primary School was...
Five names added to Cullman WW1 memorial after Tribune reporter discovers forgotten warriors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Following World War I, Cullman County’s citizens followed the widely-practiced and time-honored tradition of inscribing the names of their fallen warriors in stone, on a memorial now located in Veterans Park at Sportsman Lake in Cullman. However, recent research has shown...
Editorial: Music’s comeback in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - While live music may have been a staple for many before the pandemic hit, it has certainly dwindled to a crawl over the past year, but as many places are reopening throughout Cullman, the lights of many our old favorite venues...
COVID-19 – Then and now
With so many COVID-19 restrictions being lifted and more and more people being vaccinated, folks are finally able to return to their normal activities. The Tribune stopped by the Farmer’s Market Thursday morning to chat with people about what they thought the hardest thing...
Vaccination Volunteers: CATA Health Science students help during pandemic
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy health science students recently had the opportunity to assist at COVID-19 vaccination clinics. The Cullman County Health Department reached out to CATA in early January, asking if students would be willing to come. CATA and the health department...
Obituary: Jerry D. Perkins
Funeral services for Jerry D. Perkins, 74, of Hanceville will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 22, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend McClendon will be officiating. Burial will follow at Bethlehem East Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will be 5:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m....
Obituary: Kathy Holcomb Haney
Memorial service is incomplete and will be announced at a later date for Kathy Holcomb Haney, 62, of Baileyton.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.
Mrs. Haney passed away Thursday, May 19, 2021 at Noland Hospital. She was born November 25, 1958...
Obituary: Jerrel Rudicell
Jerrel Rudicell, 82, of Bear Creek entered into rest on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Mr. Rudicell was born December 8, 1938 in Marion County. Jerrel loved working outdoors and was always on the lawn mower cutting grass. He loved growing turnip...
Obituary: Alice Glendell Coffman Pesto
Alice Glendell Coffman Pesto, age 84, of Cullman, died Wednesday May 19, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Earl Dewey and Ruth Feby Anne Hone Coffman; husband: James Harold Pesto Sr.; sons: Jeffrey Calvin Pressnell and James Harold Pesto Jr. and a...
West Point school bus collision leaves students uninjured
WEST POINT, Ala. - A collision with a Cullman County School bus and a passenger vehicle ended with no injuries Thursday afternoon.
“West Point bus 16-02 was involved in a wreck with a passenger truck this afternoon,” said Cullman County Schools’ Media & Communications Specialist...
Veteran Memorial: Bernice Entrekin
Bernice Entrekin was born December 6, 1895 in Carroll County, Georgia. By the age of 8, his family had relocated to Cullman County and settled in Logan. He entered into service with the United States Army on May 28, 1918. He was a member...
Pet of the Week: Pick a winner with Winnie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Winnie is a 1.5-year-old German Shepherd mix. She’s a lively-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet who’s skilled on her leash. She likes to be close to her people, but is...
Arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 17
domestic violence; CR 1343
theft of property; criminal mischief; CR 1288
unlawful possession...
Wallace State students win 44 medals at state SkillsUSA competition, 22 golds
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s students continue to flourish at the state SkillsUSA competition.
Wallace State had 44 students who recently won medal, including 26 who won first-place golds. The college led the state in medals earned, two years after racking up 71 overall.
The 2020...
Fairview FFA string band wins state competition
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - At the 93rd annual Alabama FFA State Convention, held virtually this week, Fairview High School’s FFA string band took home top musical honors. On Tuesday, Fairview High School FFA sponsor and agriscience teacher Justin Miller took to social media to celebrate:
“Today,...
Workforce shortage results in policy changes
CULLMAN, Ala. - A current shortage of employees resulted in the Cullman County Commission examining and changing the definition of “relative” in their nepotism policy Tuesday evening. The county, especially the Road Department, is struggling to fill open positions as the peak paving months...
Duck River Reservoir boat ramps closing at 5 p.m. today
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman has announced the temporary closure of its boat ramps at the Duck River Reservoir today, May 20 as water levels are lowered for inspection and maintenance of the Duck River Dam.
On Wednesday, the City issued this notice:
Duck...
Obituary: Clara Denise Chapman
Graveside Service for Clara Denise Chapman, age 62, of Eva, will be at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 21, 2021, at Etha Baptist Cemetery with Cameron Holly officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.Cullman...
Obituary: Rita McClendon Harper
Celebration of life for Rita McClendon Harper, age 63, of Crane Hill, will be May 23, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at Shedd Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements.
Mrs. Harper passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021, at Cullman Regional. She was...
Obituary: Marylou “Lilly” Bryant
Marylou “Lilly” Bryant, 85, of Lynn, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at Princeton Baptist Medical Center.
Mrs. Bryant was born February 9, 1936 in Coolidge, Arizona. She had the biggest heart for her family, with a streak of sassiness.
A graveside service will...
Veteran Memorial: Allie Snider
Allen “Allie” Snider was born Aug. 13, 1894 in Blount County, Alabama. The Snider family lived in Hanceville. His father, George Franklin Snider, served in the Confederate Army for four years during the Civil War.
Allie entered the Army April 2, 1918, and was a...
Veteran Memorial: Henry Paul Grusnick
Henry Paul Grusnick was born June 10, 1888, in Cullman to German immigrants. Grusnick joined the United States Army, and the young Private was a member of the 6th Group, 75th Company, Mounted Division.
He was at Camp Hancock in Augusta, Georgia from July 24, 1918,...
Alabama Farm Credit welcomes new chief financial officer
CULLMAN, Ala. — Alabama Farm Credit has named Kedric Karkosh CFO of the $1.1 billion rural lending cooperative. In this role, he manages the accounting, financial reporting, treasury, cash management and loan operations teams.
Karkosh earned a master's degree in agricultural economics from Texas A&M...
Arrests and incidents reported May 19, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 19, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 13
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; general...
Bubbling up in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Calling all who love anything soapy, sudsy and splendidly scented! Magnolia Soap & Bath Co has arrived in Cullman and they are stocked full of bath products so great, you will always be buying in multiples. When Magen Bynum founded this...
Berlin approves resurfacing of multiple roads, still offering weather radios
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening approved the expenditure of up to $100,000 on roads or portions of roads within the municipality. This will be added to a $100,000 state grant secured in March with the help of local legislators...
Sewer rate increase, late fees coming to West Point
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point residents will soon be paying more for water. The town council voted Monday night to amending the current ordinance increasing sewer rates by 10% across the board. This would be the first rate increase in over 10 years....
Miss Alabama USA Alexandria Flanigan honored by Cullman County Commission
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission honored Miss Alabama USA Alexandria Flanigan at the beginning of its Tuesday evening commission meeting. As stated in the proclamation read at the meeting, Flanigan is from Hanceville, Alabama and graduated from Good Hope High School.
Miss Flanigan...
Frankweiler Fountain flows again!
CULLMAN, Ala. - To celebrate the twinning of Cullman and its German sister city Frankweiler, the Cullman German Club built the Frankweiler Fountain on 1st Avenue across from A Touch of German in 1988. One of the German gift shop’s owners at the time,...
Arrests and incidents reported May 18, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 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
May 17
first-degree theft of property; person; St. Joseph St....
Senior centers to reopen June 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Good news for area seniors! Cullman County Commission on Aging Director Stephanie Lawson confirmed Tuesday afternoon that all senior centers will resume normal operations on June 1. As of right now, Lawson said that they are under no restrictions or mask...
Veteran Memorial: Edward Morris Pike
Edward Morris Pike was born July 10, 1949, in Cullman County and lived in Hanceville. He enlisted in the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. He began his tour in Vietnam July 29, 1967, with the rank Specialist Four.
His occupation in...
Hartselle Health Park Specialty Clinic now scheduling appointments
HARTSELLE, Ala. - Patients can now schedule appointments at Cullman Regional’s Hartselle Health Park Specialty Clinic. The specialty physician clinic is the first phase of the Hartselle Health Park to be completed.
The Hartselle Health Park provides convenient access to healthcare in the Hartselle community...
Fuel for the engine:
VINEMONT, Ala. - Last Friday, Congressman Robert Aderholt announced a $3.4 million grant from the federal government that will help to reconstruct the runway and runway lighting at Folsom Field/Cullman Regional Airport as part of its ongoing five year plan.
Said Aderholt, “I’m pleased to...
‘The struggle is real’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Middle School students were recently challenged to discuss and recognize the problems facing our community — and some decided to go a step further to address those problems.
Seventh grader Noah Casey focused on the topic of world hunger as part...
Over $2,000 raised by MadeLyme
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Thirteen-year-old Madeline Hill, of Walter, continued her efforts Saturday to raise awareness and money to combat Lyme disease by hosting a 5K Fun Run/Walk at Hanceville’s Veterans Memorial Park. Close to 50 participants joined Hill as they did their part to...
Obituary: Byron “Boz” Whitaker
Byron "Boz" Whitaker of Hanceville passed away May 14, 2021 at the age of 87. He was born in Cullman October 4, 1933 to Luther and Willie Ella Copeland Whitaker. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother: Wayne Whitaker and a granddaughter...
Obituary: Raymond Mark Harris
Funeral service for Raymond Mark Harris, 55, will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Mt. Hope Cemetery.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. at the funeral home.
Cullman Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Victoria Leigh Meadows
Victoria Leigh Meadows, 58, of Cullman, passed from this life on May 15, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Memorial Services for Victoria Leigh Meadows are being planned and will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Meadows...
Obituary: Jerry Sellers
Mr. Jerry Sellers of Hanceville, Alabama passed away May 15, 2021 at the age of 57. He was born May 23, 1963 to Junior Ray and Peggy Sue Hardin Sellers. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother: Billy Ray Sellers.
A Celebration...
Wallace State’s golf teams conclude respective seasons at nationals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s golf teams wrapped up action recently at their respective NJCAA Division I National Championships.
The Lady Lions, coached by J.J. Adams, finished tied for 11th in Ormond Beach, Fla., and the men’s team finished 13th in Lubbock, Texas. The men...
Arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 13
trespassing; Hwy. 91
unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
Wallace State recognizes students at annual Honors Convocation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College recognized hundreds of students on Tuesday, April 27, during its annual Honors Convocation. The Honors Convocation recognized the achievements of current students.
“Wallace State’s student body is made up of about 5,500 students who collectively bring recognition to...
CATA students sign stowage locker panel for NASA’s International Space Station
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Thursday, Bill Gibson, education mentor / engineering specialist with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), visited the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) to allow students in the precision machining program to autograph stowage locker compartment covers that will soon...
Welti’s Preston Cook receives $500 scholarship in NASP National Virtual Archery Tournament
WELTI, Ala. - Welti Elementary School’s Preston Cook was selected to receive a $500 scholarship this week following his participation in the National Archery in Schools Program National Virtual Archery Tournament.
Of 15,683 archers who participated in the virtual shoot, 100 were randomly...
