St. Bernard’s 2021 Bloomin’ Festival considered a huge success
CULLMAN, Ala. - After a year of COVID shutdowns, St. Bernard Prep’s annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Crafts Fair returned April 17-18, more than making up for last year’s disappointment. Coordinators’ estimates after the event closed Sunday afternoon indicated that this year’s show may...
Cullman area legislators Stadthagen, Gudger commended by Republican Party for conservative legislation
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Cullman area legislators State Sen. Garlan Gudger and State Rep. Scott Stadthagen last week received the Alabama Republican Party’s Chairman’s Commendation for their support of conservative party values through the sponsorship of a bill requiring athletes in gender-specific sports events to...
PREP SOFTBALL: Holly Pond takes 5-4 area win over Pennington, Broncos down Mustangs 3-1
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Lady Broncos hosted an area matchup against J.B. Pennington on senior night Monday while right next door the Broncos took on Southeastern at home. Both squads came out victorious, with the Lady Broncos winning a nail-biter, 5-4...
Law enforcement officers locate vehicle involved in Monday afternoon pursuit; suspect in custody.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Early Monday evening, Cullman Police and Cullman County Sheriff's deputies located the white Ford Expedition involved in Monday afternoon's pursuit from Vinemont through Cullman. The vehicle was found at the Dollar General on U.S. Highway 278 near Lowery Station and St....
Obituary: Donnie (Donna) Lay Blackmon
Funeral service for Donnie (Donna) Lay Blackmon, 71, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m., Thursday,
April 22, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with interment in Hopewell Cemetery. Rev.
Steve Rodgers and Rev. Delbert Freeman will be officiating. The visitation will be Wednesday evening
at the...
Obituary: Timothy William Tucker, Sr.
Memorial service for Timothy William Tucker, Sr., 59, of Cullman is incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Tucker passed away Friday, April 16th, 2021 at Cullman Regional Hospital. He was born September 11, 1961 to Roy C and...
Obituary: Michael Glen Gears
Memorial service is incomplete for Michael Glen Gears, 61, of Hayden.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Gears passed away Sunday, April 18th, 2021 at his residence. He was born July 14, 1959 to Wayne and Oweta Brown Gears.
Friends may sign...
Obituary: Annie “Carol” Ergle
Annie “Carol” Ergle entered into rest on Sunday, April 18, 2021 in Haleyville surrounded by her loving family.
Carol was born on June 11, 1942 in Arley, Alabama. She was an outdoor person who grew amazing flowers and loved hummingbirds and windchimes.
Visitation will be held...
Obituary: Raymon House
Raymon House, 87, of Holly Pond, passed away on April 17, 2021. He was born October 12, 1933. He was born of Walter H. House and Annie Bell Barwick House, both of whom are deceased.
Raymon is survived by his wife, Lyndell Burgess House; daughter:...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Women’s golf and men’s tennis win respective ACCC championships; volleyball’s season ends at nationals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s women’s golf and men’s tennis teams won their respective Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Tournaments over the weekend.
Wallace State’s women’s golf team won a fourth consecutive ACCC title behind low medalist Lauren Cole and All-Tournament members Maddie Nelson and Abigail...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Bearcats edge West Point 2-0 on the road
WEST POINT, Ala. – Both Cullman and West Point put on impressive showings over the weekend at this year’s Pre-State Blowout Tournament and Monday night they met at West Point High School to square off against each other. The Lady Bearcats took an early...
Arrests and incidents reported April 15-18, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 15-18, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 15
harassment; CR 438
unlawful possession of marijuana; CR 1301
unlawful possession of marijuana;...
NASA’s Ingenuity Mars helicopter succeeds in historic first flight
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Monday, NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter became the first aircraft in history to make a powered, controlled flight on another planet. The Ingenuity team at the agency’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California confirmed the flight succeeded after receiving data from the...
Liven up spring gardens with perennial plants
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – All gardeners know that no spring garden is complete without perennial plants. Adding different textures, colors and shapes, perennials can be the perfect additions to flower beds and landscapes. Early April is prime time for planting perennials. With the right...
Opinion: Legislative update from Rep. Randall Shedd
"Major broadband legislation will be addressed again in my committee (House Urban & Rural Development) this coming week.
A working group of legislators met with Governor Ivey this past week to make final changes to SB215 carried in the House by Rep. Danny Garrett, R-Trussville.
This...
Obituary: Roger Allen Hestla
Graveside service for Roger Allen Hestla, 68, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 21st, 2021 at Bethsadia Baptist Cemetery, with Rev. Larry Pruitt officiating. The family will receive friends at Cullman Funeral Home from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Wednesday.
Cullman Funeral Home...
NASA celebrates Earth Day by showing how we are #connectedbyearth
WASHINGTON D.C. - NASA’s investment in space – both the unique Earth science conducted in orbit and the technology developed by living in space and exploring the solar system and universe – returns benefits every day, particularly when it comes to environmental issues. From...
Obituary: Viola Humanes Davenport
Funeral service for Viola Humanes Davenport, age 70 of Hanceville, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 19, 2021 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with David Stancil officiating, with the burial at Jones Chapel Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs....
Obituary: Augzelle (Auggie) Roberta Garrison
Augzelle (Auggie) Roberta Garrison, 89 of Double Springs, entered into rest on Friday, April 16, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Roberta was born on December 4, 1931 in Florence, Alabama.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 18, 2021 from noon-2 p.m....
Obituary: Niomie Danielle Daly
Niomie Danielle Daly, 36, of Warrior, formerly of Bartow, FL passed away April 12, 2021. She was an amazing mother, a daughter, a sister, a granddaughter, a loyal friend and so much more. She was an inspiration to others, everyone always loved to be...
Obituary: Ephron Homer Davis
Ephron Homer Davis, lifelong resident of Hanceville, AL, passed at his home peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on April 16th, 2021. Homer was 85 years old at the time of his passing.
Homer is survived by his wife Delores (Dolly) Davis; his children: Ephron (Jeff)...
PREP BASEBALL: Warriors down Fairview 9-2 to win 3rd straight county crown
VINEMONT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors may not have had the chance to defend their county championship in 2020 but they made sure to make up for it Saturday. The Warriors knocked off Hanceville 11-2 in the semifinals and Fairview 9-2 in the...
Human Trafficking 101: survivor educates Cullman County officials and social workers on trafficking issues, response and prevention
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Amy Joy, a human trafficking survivor who went on to become a social worker, psychologist and lecturer on human trafficking response and prevention, visited Cullman County Friday for a one-day seminar at Daystar Church in Good Hope, sponsored by the...
Gov. Ivey awards grant to help crime victims navigate the court system
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $475,016 grant to help Alabama crime victims better navigate the judicial system.
The grant to the state Office of Prosecution Services will help maintain certified victim service officers throughout the state and continue its use of...
Cullman industries and businesses need workers, job fair coming April 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman area industries and businesses are in need of workers, and local agencies are teaming up to bring supply and demand together at the Cullman Careers Live Event job fair April 24, 2021 at the Donald Green Active Adult Center, 1625...
ADEM creates video series for Earth Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – To celebrate Earth Day and encourage high school and middle school students to pursue careers in the sciences, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management hosts an annual event to highlight ADEM’s efforts to safeguard the environment. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 restrictions,...
Alabama’s March unemployment rate drops to 3.8%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today that Alabama’s preliminary seasonally adjusted March 2021 unemployment rate is 3.8%, down from Feb.’s rate of 4.0%, yet above March 2020s rate of 2.6%. March’s rate represents 84,670 unemployed persons, compared to...
PREP BASEBALL: Eagles, Bulldogs, Aggies roll on day 1 of County Tournament
VINMEONT, Ala. – This week has been packed with important games that hold postseason implications, but Friday local county teams had to refocus and shift their attention to this year’s county baseball tournament at Vinemont High School. Vinemont, Hanceville and Fairview rolled on day...
Obituary: Cassandra Leigh Hunter
Memorial Service for Cassandra Leigh Hunter, age 36, of Cullman, will be at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1:00-3:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ms. Hunter...
‘Great to be a Bearcat’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Before Cullman High School’s varsity baseball team clinched its 10th straight area title Thursday night, the school welcomed the next generation of young Bearcats to the field as part of kids night. Dozens of young players — decked out in their...
Arrests and incidents reported April 16, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 16, 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 14
third-degree assault; person; 2nd Ave SW
April 15
...
Governor awards grants to aid victims in north Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a total of $214,500 to four agencies in north Alabama to continue providing services to domestic violence and sexual assault victims.
The grants will support the agencies as they serve victims in 11 counties.
“Domestic violence and sexual...
Dripping Springs Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) honors good citizens
The Dripping Springs Chapter of the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution honored outstanding seniors from each of the area high schools as DAR Good Citizens. Students were judged on personal qualities of integrity, dependability, leadership, patriotism and service. They submitted essays...
Cullman 911 system receives updates
CULLMAN, Ala. - Thanks to a $150,000 grant recently received through the Cullman County E-911 Board, the City of Cullman’s emergency dispatch center has undergone some much-needed upgrades. The City of Cullman now has a fourth dispatching console, and new communications equipment was installed...
City of Cullman receives clean 2020 financial audit
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Council President Jenny Folsom announced at Monday’s council meeting that the city’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 financial audit is complete and arrived from Warren Averett CPAs and Advisors clean, with no negative findings.
The summary of the report showed no...
Cullman Regional relocates COVID-19 vaccine clinic to Urgent Care Center on campus
CULLMAN, Ala. – As the demand for COVID-19 vaccines is starting to decrease, Cullman Regional is relocating its vaccine clinic to the Cullman Regional Urgent Care Center. As of April 14, all first dose vaccinations will be given at the Urgent Care Center located...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Eagles fall to Sumiton Christian 9-5; Thursday scoring recap
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Lady Eagles returned home to host Sumiton Christian in their area finale Thursday night looking to keep their playoff hopes alive but a late rally from Sumiton Christian proved to be the deciding factor in the game as...
Grant to help women in need start careers in welding, diesel technology
(Cullman Tribune file photo)
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Future Foundation has received a grant from the Women’s Fund of Greater Birmingham, allowing women experiencing poverty in Wallace State’s service area the opportunity to earn a scholarship in welding or diesel technology.
The scholarships, valued at $800...
Obituary: Rev. Millard G. Mann
Rev. Millard G. Mann of Cullman, Alabama passed away April 13, 2021 at the age of 96. He was born March 29, 1925 in Cullman to Theophilus R. and Annie Mae Patterson Mann. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife: Wilma Mann;...
Obituary: Thomas Ross Eubank
Memorial Service for Thomas Ross Eubank, 52, of Cullman, will be Friday, April 23, 2021 at Daystar Church in Good Hope. The family will receive friends at 2 p.m. and the service will follow the visitation.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Eubank...
Obituary: James Larry Berry
James Larry Berry, age 77, of Haleyville, passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at Princeton Baptist Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama.
Mr. Berry was born on December 25, 1943 in Haleyville, Alabama.
Visitation will be Saturday, April 17, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m....
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Cats shut down Hartselle 2-0 to win 10th straight area title
CULLMAN, Ala. – A global pandemic may have prevented the Bearcats from defending their area championship last year but they more than made up for it this week. After Hayden Stancil’s 2-hit gem helped lead the way in a 2-1 win at Hartselle Tuesday...
Arrests and incidents reported April 15, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 15, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 12
domestic violence; Ryan Rd.forgery; CR 385
April 13
theft of property; 1st Ave SE, Hancevilleassault; CR...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball opens play at nationals; golf, baseball and softball updates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s undefeated volleyball team opens action today in the NJCAA Division I Volleyball Championships at West Plains, Mo.
The 12th-seeded Lions, featuring a perfect 34-0 record, play Iowa Western at 3:45 p.m.
Wallace State volleyball is making its 11th nationals appearance in 12 seasons...
Houston, Pike Counties take top honors for Farm-City programs
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Houston and Pike counties are top in the state when it comes to Alabama Farm-City programs, and each group’s members were recognized at the organization’s awards program held in Birmingham on April 8.
County programs are ranked in two divisions. Division 1...
‘Serving the community’
CULLMAN, Ala. - School days are often busy ones, so what better way to take a break than with a basket full of goodies donated by the community?
That was the case this week at Cullman City Schools, where Desperation Church donated snack baskets filled...
Colony Parks and Recreation up and running
COLONY, Ala. - Colony Councilwoman Jasmine Cole, the youngest member of the council and in her first term, drew praise from members and attending residents alike at Tuesday’s Colony Town Council meeting for a successful community Easter egg hunt and activities at the community...
Obituary: Peter William Schmudlach
Peter William Schmudlach, age 72, of Auburn, Alabama passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021.
He was born to Leslie and Carol (Gerke) Schmudlach on January 8, 1949, in Madison, Wisconsin. He graduated from Lafollette High School in 1966 and attended college for Hotel Management in...
Obituary: Mildred T. Taylor
Mildred T. Taylor, 92 of Double Springs, entered into rest on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Mildred was born on July 8, 1928 in Double Springs, Alabama
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 15, 2021 from 1-2 p.m....
Obituary: Herbert “Bill” Alvin Ballew
Graveside Service for Herbert "Bill" Alvin Ballew, age 72, of Cullman, will be at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Cemetery with Rip Meacham officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00-2:30 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home prior to the...
Obituary: Dexter Leon Goodwin
On Tuesday, April 13, 2021, Dexter Leon Goodwin, loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and follower of Christ, passed away at the age of 85.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Goodwin family.
Funeral service for Mr. Goodwin will be at...
Obituary: Billy Ray Stewart
It’s MOST difficult to know where to begin writing about the long and varied life of Billy Ray Stewart. He filled many roles. He was a son, a husband, a father, a grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great grandfather, a brother an uncle, a cousin and a...
Obituary: Patrick Shane Self
Funeral services for Patrick Shane Self, 30, of Vinemont, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 16, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend David Richards will officiate. Burial will follow at Shelton Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be at Hanceville Funeral Home from 5:30...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cullman’s Heatherly, Milne sign with Wallace State
CULLMAN, Ala. – After celebrating Callie Crider’s scholarship signing last week, two more Bearcat standouts made their way to the Cullman High School Library Wednesday afternoon to take the next step in their own athletic careers. Both Ashlen Heatherly and Kada Milne were joined...
Arrests and incidents reported April 14, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 14, 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 9
leaving scene of accident; person; intersection of...
Wallace State to send $2 million to students in stimulus payments
HANCEVILLE, Ala.--Wallace State Community College is distributing approximately $2 million to students taking college credit classes. Students who are enrolled in credit-bearing classes for the spring 2021 semester and who qualify under the federal Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) will receive...
South Vinemont Town Council passes resolution to adopt mitigation plan; approves several agenda items
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala.- The South Vinemont Town Council met Tuesday evening for their April meeting. The council approved several items on the agenda by unanimous vote. Councilmember Sonya Copeland was not in attendance.
The council approved for Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser to attend the Alabama...
Rep. Corey Harbison speaks on the recently filed HB622 bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope on Tuesday afternoon filed HB622, a bill that, if passed, would allow Cullman County voters to decide on a state constitutional amendment that would make the role of Cullman County Schools superintendent an elected, instead of...
From beaded bracelets to Disney: Cullman special education students learn new skills while fundraising
CULLMAN, Ala. - Special education students from Cullman Middle and Cullman High School are using their creativity and talents to help raise money for a trip to Walt Disney World in February 2022. The students are taking orders for trendy personalized beaded bracelets and...
Camp Liberty to host the American Hero Music Festival this month
CULLMAN, Ala. - On April 24, the American Hero Music Festival will kick off a series of concerts at Camp Liberty in Battleground. The concert, organized by The Valkyrie Initiative and hosted by Camp Liberty, will feature a great lineup of musical talent including...
Alabama providers asked to pause administering Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Out of an abundance of caution, the Alabama Department of Public Health has asked all health care providers in the state to pause administering the Johnson & Johnson (J&J) COVID-19 vaccine due to an investigation of reports of potentially dangerous blood...
Colony Town Council nears budget completion, names library board
COLONY, Ala. - In a meeting with so little conflict that it netted words of congratulations from residents in attendance, the Colony Town Council got down to business Tuesday evening, naming a board for the town’s library, approving repairs to the town vehicle, discussing...
PREP BASEBALL: Warriors, Lady Warriors earn area wins over Lawrence Co.
WEST POINT, Ala. – Both West Point squads hosted Lawrence County in a pair of huge area matchups Tuesday night and both teams picked up a huge are win. The Warriors rolled past the Red Devils 10-4 and will have a chance secure to...
Obituary: Harold Douglas Huffstutler
A memorial service for Harold Douglas Huffstutler, 64, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Friday, April 16th, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Wade Maynard officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Huffstutler passed away Sunday, April 11th, 2021 at...
Obituary: Johnnie Ray McKenney
Johnnie Ray McKenney, age 69, of Vinemont died April 12, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parent: W.L. McKenney and Christine Lynn McKenney; and his brothers: O’dean McKenney & Thomas
McKenney. Johnnie is survived by his wife: Myra McKenney; sons: John McKenney (Amanda) & Brian McKenney (Lindsay); grandchildren:Maddie, Gus, and Hanna Grace McKenney; sister: Vickie Guthrie (Terry); sisters in law: Linda Tyree, Cindy McKenney and Sabrina Hayward; and a host of other family and...
Obituary: Chad Michael Woodis
Chad Michael Woodis of Cullman, Alabama passed away April 9, 2021 at the age of 33. He was born in Montgomery, Alabama July 29, 1987 to Bobby "Bob" Blake and Betty Jane Hargett Woodis. Chad was an avid Auburn fan. He had a great...
Obituary: Billy Jack James
Memorial services for Billy Jack James, 82, of Cullman, Alabama will be held Sunday, May 16, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. at the Cullman Seventh-day Adventist Church on Golf Course Road. Pastor Vlad Climaco will be officiating.
He was born to Bee James and Estelle Parker...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Bearcats fall to Hartselle in extra innings 7-5; Tuesday scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman returned home to host the Lady Tigers of Hartselle for an important area showdown and seven innings weren’t enough to settle things between the two rivals. After falling behind 5-4 in the top of the seventh, Savannah Davis lifted a...
Arrests and incidents reported April 13, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 13, 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 8
third-degree theft by deception; Eva Bank; Cherokee...
Wallace State Jazz Band presenting Big Band Dance April 16
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Jazz Band is proud to announce the return of its Big Band Dance Friday, April 16 at the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
“Unfortunately, we had to cancel last year’s event due to the pandemic,” said...
Cullman County Sheriff opposes elements of new pistol permit law, calls for local constitutional amendment
CULLMAN, Ala. - Recently-passed Alabama House Bill 308 (HB308), the Alabama Uniform Concealed Carry Permit Act, makes changes to the way pistol permits are issued in the state of Alabama, including the creation of a lifetime permit and the allocation of a portion of...
Cullman mayor proclaims Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed the week of April 11-17, 2021, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in the City of Cullman. Each year, the second full week in April is dedicated to those men and women who serve as our...
Cullman City Council clears way for major expansion of aquatic center water park, Main Avenue repaving
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council Monday evening paved the way for new development and expansion on the city’s southwest side with a collection of resolutions and ordinances to support infrastructure improvements and new facilities.
The council approved the issuance of $29,085,000 in bonds...
Good Hope City Council: Stash House Properties to open phase one of new bar and grille before June 1
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Stash House Properties LLC is one step closer to opening their bar and grille at the former Cotton Gin. Owners Preston Prewett and Pat “Kat Daddy” Watson were present at the Good Hope City Council meeting Monday night as the...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Raiders roll past Hanceville 16-1
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders hosted Hanceville for an area game Tuesday night, looking to keep their playoff chances alive and after a huge first inning and a great pitching performance from Emma Bailey, Good Hope routed the Lady Bulldogs 16-1.
Bailey struck...
Obituary: Douglas A. Lewis
Douglas A. Lewis, 65, passed away at his residence April 9, 2021. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He served our country for 12 years in the United States Navy. He had a great love...
Obituary: Carolyn Sue Kelly
Carolyn Sue Kelly, 76 of Haleyville, peacefully entered into rest on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at her home.
Mrs. Kelly was born on November 11, 1944 in Haleyville, Alabama. Carolyn Sue enjoyed gardening, spending time with her beloved family, attending church services and shopping.
Visitation will...
Obituary: Carson Blaer Woodall
Family gathering for Carson Blaer Woodall, 4-days-old, will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Blaer passed away Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Children’s Hospital. She was born April 6, 2021.
She is...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Williams
Jerry Wayne Williams, age 71, of Logan, Alabama passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021. Jerry was born October 10, 1949 in Cullman, Alabama.
Jerry is survived by daughter: Carol Michelle (Gabriel) Moreno; and son: Randall Wayne (Sandi) Williams; sister: Christeen Tolbert; brother: Carl (Hester)...
Obituary: Frances Ann Harbison
Funeral service for Frances Ann Harbison, 87, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 15, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Robert Lancaster officiating.
The family will receive friends from 12 noon until 2 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Harold Dean Barnett
Graveside service for Harold Dean Barnett, age 67, of Falkville, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 16, 2021, at Ebenezer Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Barnett passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 11, 2021, at his residence surrounded...
PREP TRACK & FIELD: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles take team titles at Cullman County Championship
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Championship got underway at Fairview High School Monday morning and by the afternoon, two new champions were crowned. Both the Eagles and Lady Eagles of Cold Springs took home team titles at this year’s meet and Cold...
Arrests and incidents reported April 8-11, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 8-11, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 8
trespassing; CR 1223
harassment; Hwy. 278 E
harassment; CR 134
harassment; CR 1229
...
Chase ends with motorcycle crash; no injuries reported
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Sunday evening, Alabama State Troopers and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office worked together to stop a fleeing driver in the Fairview area.
“On Sunday, April 11, Alabama State Troopers initiated a vehicle pursuit on a motorcycle, traveling in the Fairview area. Cullman County...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville’s Campbell signs with Huntingdon
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville High School’s Lane Horton Gymnasium was packed with family, friends, teammates, classmates, coaches and more Monday to celebrate the achievements of another standout athlete. This time it was Cassidy Campbell taking the next step in her academic and athletic career...
Office of Mayor Woody Jacobs Mayor Proclaims Community College Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, April 12, 2021, Mayor Woody Jacobs officially proclaimed the month of April 2021 Community College Month in the City of Cullman. On hand from Wallace State Community College to receive the proclamation were Dr. Vicki Karolewics (President), Fast Track...
LTCV helping to keep Cullman County clean
CULLMAN, Ala. – Litter Trash Clean-up Volunteers (LTCV), a new group focused on cleaning up local areas in order to beautify the region, was established recently and is growing in popularity.
“Founded in 2021 by Tom Miller and Eddie Hand, Litter Trash Clean-up Volunteers (LTCV)...
Wallace State awarded National Science Foundation Grant
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College has been awarded a prestigious National Science Foundation (NSF) grant aimed at increasing the number of women and adult learners in diesel technology training.
The three-year $279,336 award was announced Wednesday by NSF.
“We are so very pleased to...
USDA Launches Feral Swine Control Program
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Free-ranging populations of feral swine—also known as feral hogs, wild boar or wild pigs—can now be found throughout most of Alabama. Feral swine usually cause significant amounts of damage to agricultural crops, food plots, pastures and a myriad of other...
Obituary: Robert Bruce Richardson
Robert Bruce Richardson, age 78, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Cullman Regional. He was born June 16, 1942 in Cullman, AL to Raymond and Bessie Mae Richardson.
He is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, and two sisters.
Survivors...
Obituary: Luther Clay Thomas
Funeral Service for Luther Clay Thomas, age 55, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with burial at Keith Springs Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Thomas passed away on Saturday,...
Celebrate Earth Day with Author Dr. Bill Deutsch, cofounder of Alabama Water Watch, for the North Alabama Agriplex Lunch and Learn Series
Cullman, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex, a local nonprofit dedicated to educating and promoting Alabama’s agriculture and future sustainability, is hosting a special guest lecturer for Earth Day this year! On Wednesday, April 21, Dr. Bill Deutsch, the author of Alabama Rivers,...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1917
Marriages:
August 19 – Ledmon L. Pugh, 23, to Aubrey Casen, 20.
August 20 – Luther Seibenhener, 21, to Elvia Pruett, 16.
August 21 – Albert Smith, 18, to Gladys Murray, 16; Asa Henry Hogland, 21, to Bertha Ogletree, 18; Cephas T. Turner, 19, to Lerone Puryer,...
Obituary: Adam Nicholas Duke
Funeral service for Adam Nicholas Duke, age 39, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 12, 2021 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with burial at Cullman Heritage Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Duke passed away on Saturday,...
Wallace State women’s golf wins 3rd consecutive tournament; WSCC basketball teams have seasons end in ACCC quarterfinals
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s women’s golf team won its third straight tournament title this spring, cruising in the Wallace State Spring Invite at Cross Creek Golf Course this week, and sophomore Lauren Cole her low medalist title in as many tournaments.
The Lady Lions won...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School receives flag flown over U.S. Capitol
CULLMAN, Ala. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, at the request of Nell Dunlap, had the Flag of the United States of America flown over the United States Capitol recently in honor of St. Paul’s Lutheran School. That flag was presented to St. Paul’s Lutheran School...
Remembering Porter: Michael Heatherly talks about winning St. Paul’s Impact Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School in March named alumnus Michael Heatherly as the recipient of its second Impact Award, said to be inspired by 1 Peter 4:10-11:
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards...
Dodge City Town Council approves road projects, challenges local business over licensing
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council Thursday evening awarded a contract to M. C. Paving of Hanceville to perform repairs, and resurfacing to Wagon Wheel Road and County Road 205.
On Wagon Wheel Road, the company will patch potholes, apply tar tack...
Cullman Regional continues to require masks for all entering the facility
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional Medical Center announced Friday, April 9 that they will continue to require anyone entering the medical center to wear a mask. This announcement comes after Governor Ivey announced that the Alabama Statewide Mask Mandate Order will expire Friday, April...
Gov. Ivey: Economic development report card shows $4.8 billion in new investment in 2020
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Despite the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, economic development activity across Alabama in 2020 generated close to $5 billion in new capital investment and almost 10,000 job commitments, Governor Kay Ivey announced today.
With significant growth projects recorded in key strategic...
