‘An absolute miracle’: Good Hope Assistant Fire Chief Jamie Garmon home recovering from H1N1 after monthslong hospital stay
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - This year, a lengthy and harrowing hospital stay had the Good Hope community rallying to support its volunteer fire department and the family of Assistant Chief Jamie Garmon. He finally got to come home in this month, "an absolute miracle,"...
3 killed, including 2 from Cullman, in Lacon wreck
LACON, Ala. – Three people were killed in a two-vehicle crash Monday evening along U.S. Highway 31 in Lacon.
Alabama State Troopers said Thomas Shumate, 45, of Falkville was killed when the 2016 Lincoln MKX he was driving turned in front of a 2014 Honda...
Cullman council: Recycling service to resume soon; City finances better than expected despite shutdown
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening passed a resolution to purchase a heavy truck and trailer from Weil Wrecker Service that will allow the City to resume recycling service in the near future. Councilman Johnny Cook told the audience the...
Berlin issues Certificates of Election to unopposed candidates
BERLIN, Ala. - Berlin’s town government will look largely unchanged following the end of the qualification period for the Aug. 25, 2020 Municipal Election. At a special-called meeting Monday night, Councilman Donald Gunter (Place 1), Councilman Don Bates (Place 4), Mayor Patrick Bates, Councilman...
AGCOR Steel announces $2.3M expansion in Good Hope, adding more jobs
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - AGCOR Steel will soon begin a $2.3 million expansion at its new facility along Industrial Park Road in the city of Good Hope that will bring additional skilled jobs to the area. The company’s president, Zac Smith, spoke at the...
Obituary: Travis Buckelew
Funeral services for Travis Buckelew, 74, of Vinemont will be at 4 p.m., Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel; Rev. Steve Rodgers and Rev. Dewayne Harbison officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Buckelew passed away Monday, July 27,...
Unsolicited seed packages from China delivered to Alabama residents
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) has received multiple reports of “unsolicited” China origin seeds being delivered to residents across the state through the United States Postal Service (USPS). The packing is often mislabeled as “jewelry.”
So far, residents from...
County road dept. employee suffers minor injuries on the job
CULLMAN, Ala. - An employee of the Cullman County Road Department suffered minor injuries Monday morning while working as a flagger along County Road 222 near the Country Mall.
"We had a guy that was flagging, and actually, a car was stopped. He had the...
Arrests and incidents reported July 27, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 27, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 23
domestic violence; CR 584
theft of property; Main Ave. SW
theft of property, robbery; CR...
ABC Board: Starting Aug. 1, no alcohol service after 11 p.m.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board on Monday approved an emergency order that limits the hours of operations for restaurants, bars and other entities that sell alcohol. The emergency rule is effective immediately, but will not be enforced until Saturday, Aug....
Planet Fitness to require face masks in all locations effective Aug. 1
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2020/07/30/planet-fitness-adjusts-mask-policy-to-exclude-members-actively-working-out/
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, Inc. on Monday announced that members and guests will be required to wear a mask at all times while inside all open stores, beginning Aug. 1. Currently, all Planet Fitness employees are required to wear masks.
“As we continue...
Obituary: Christine Shaw Wise
Christine Shaw Wise, 93, of Holly Pond passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020. She was born July 5. 1927 to Elbert and Mamie Ellard Shaw.
Mrs. Wise was a member of First Baptist Church of Holly Pond, where she taught Sunday school, Bible school and was...
Obituary: Phillip “Brian” Willis
Phillip “Brian” Willis, 57, of Cullman passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020 at his residence.
Brian worked at Johnny Burden Dairy Farm in Arab for more than 20 years prior to retiring due to health issues. He loved working there and was proud of his...
14-year-old girl dies in tubing accident on Smith Lake
WINSTON COUNTY, Ala. -A 14-year-old girl died as a result of a tubing accident on Smith Lake Saturday.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's Marine Patrol Division said it responded to the accident in the Winston County area of Smith Lake.
"The accident occurred on Saturday, July...
Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest opens Aug. 3
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The 2021 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest will begin accepting entries Monday, Aug. 3, 2020. This year’s contest is a joint project between the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) and the Alabama Tourism Department. The deadline to enter is...
Citizens Bank & Trust reaches $211K total raised for NE Alabama FCA at annual charity golf tournament
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. - Citizens Bank & Trust hosted its sixth annual Citizens Charity Classic Golf Tournament Monday, July 13, 2020. Held at Gunter’s Landing Golf Club, the tournament benefits Northeast Alabama Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), its beneficiary since the tournament’s inception. This year’s...
Summertime snake sightings
CULLMAN, Ala. - Reports of snake sightings are on the rise, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the snake population has increased from previous years. The Tribune spoke to naturalist and wildlife biologist Marianne Hudson, conservation outreach specialist with the Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Division...
Obituary: Randy Joe Connell
Mr. Randy Joe Connell of Cullman passed away July 23, 2020 at the age of 67.
He was born Sept. 4, 1952 in Birmingham, Alabama to Brady and Lillian Cone Connell.
He is preceded in death by his father; brother Andy Ondovcsik; and step-father Andrew Ondovcsik.
He...
Obituary: Martha Louise Scott
Funeral services for Martha Louise Scott, 97, of Hanceville will be at 3 p.m. Monday, July 27, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home chapel with interment in Hopewell Cemetery; Bro. Chuck David officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Scott entered into the...
Obituary: Jack A. Brown III
Funeral services for Jack A. Brown III, 42, of Cleveland, Alabama will be at noon Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home chapel. Chris Gortney will be officiating. Burial will follow the service at Moulton Memory Gardens in Moulton, Alabama. The family will...
(Update) Louisiana sexual abuse suspect dies at Good Hope Econo Lodge
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A Louisiana man wanted for sexual abuse of a child younger than 10 took his own life at the Econo Lodge in Good Hope Friday night.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick identified the man as Brian James Ruth, 33, of...
Cullman County woman killed in single-vehicle crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash early Friday morning. The victim has been identified as Jesslyn Ann Nicole Hood, 19.
Alabama State Troopers said the wreck happed at 3:45 a.m. along County Road 1223 Friday, July 24.
Troopers said...
Taylor Massengill joining Cullman Primary Care OB/GYN
CULLMAN, Ala. - On
August 1, Dr. Taylor Massengill will join Cullman Primary Care OB/GYN. She is
coming on board after the recent
retirement of Dr. Howard Williamson in June. She will join Dr. John
Wideman, Dr. Thomas Richard and Dr. Shane Sheffield.
Massengill is originally from Gardendale...
Alabama agriculture feeling effects of COVID-19
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Practically every industry has been affected by COVID-19 in some fashion. Professionals from the Alabama Cooperative Extension System and Auburn University’s College of Agriculture recently performed a survey to evaluate the impact of the disease on the Alabama agricultural industry.
Adam...
Smith Lake Idol Top 6 to perform tonight
BREMEN, Ala. – The Top 9 Smith Lake Idol contestants
will perform tonight at 8 p.m. at Rooster’s Corner. The inaugural Smith Lake
Idol contest has been entertaining residents since late June, thanks to Patrick
“Kat Daddy” Watson, Drew “Rooster” McClendon and Smith Lake Productions’ Kris
and Kelly...
‘It never stops’: Javon Daniel talks about continuing work of Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) on Wednesday joined forces with Cullman’s Firehouse Subs for a fundraising event, and The Tribune caught up with CCK Executive Director Javon Daniel at the local eatery for an update on how the organization’s multiple services-...
TX congressman calls for ban on all groups with historical ties to slavery, including the Democratic Party
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Republican U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert of Texas introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday calling on Congress to “ban any political organization or party that has ever held a public position supportive of slavery or the Confederate...
Obituary: Russell Drennen Posey
Russell Drennen Posey, 78, of Addison entered into rest Friday, July 24, 2020 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Posey was born Sept. 2, 1941.
A graveside service will be held Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020 at 10 a.m. at Winston Memorial Cemetery.
Russell is survived by his...
Obituary: Kevin Francis Kisbey-Green
Kevin Francis Kisbey-Green, 64, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020. Kevin was born Aug. 26, 1955 in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa to Victor Edward and Eithne Maire Hogan Kisbey-Green.
Kevin is survived by his wife Dolores Kisbey-Green; mother Eithne Maire Hogan Kisbey-Green;...
Obituary: Terry Caldonia Simmons
Memorial service details are incomplete at this time for Terry Caldonia Simmons, 62, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Simmons passed away July 24, 2020 at her residence. She was born Feb. 28, 1958 to Aubuen and Nellie Sue Knight...
DOJ recommends measures to respond to excessive use of force in Alabama prisons
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released the results of a three-year (2016-19) investigation into claims that prisoners in Alabama’s state men’s prisons are routinely subjected to unconstitutionally excessive amounts of force by prison guards, saying that its study...
City presents check for paving at CHS
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Friday presented a check to Cullman High School for the paving of the high school parking lot. Bids have been let for the project, with Good Hope Contracting submitting the winning bid. The project should be...
Tony Townson announces candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 2
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tony Townson recently announced his candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 2. He will face incumbent David Moss in the Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 Municipal Election.
Below is Townson’s announcement:
Anthony (Tony) Townson announces his candidacy for Cullman City Council, Place 2 (Utilities)....
Arrests and incidents reported July 24, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 24, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
July 21
fraudulent use of a credit or debit...
Wallace State’s athletics schedule for 2020-2021 altered in recent NJCAA decision; volleyball postponed until Spring 2021
HANCEVILLE, ALA.
– Wallace State Community College’s athletics schedule will be altered during
the 2020-2021 academic year after a recent mandate announced by the National
Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).
Among the changes are Wallace State’s volleyball team
will now compete during the Spring 2021 semester and the women’s...
Wallace State announces plans for Fall Semester operations
HANCEVILLE, Ala.
– Wallace State Community College will begin fall semester classes, as
scheduled, on August 17, 2020.
Classes will take place both online and on campus, and
are available during the day, in the evening and on weekends.
All classes with on-campus instruction will be offered
in a hybrid format, with...
Need to visit the driver’s license office? Get there early
CULLMAN, Ala. - Residents around Cullman County have reported long wait times at the Cullman County Courthouse when trying to get or renew their driver's licenses. In some cases, people have had to visit multiple days in order to be seen. The driver’s license...
Vehicle pursuit ends in wreck
Updated 7-24-20 at 4:23 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A vehicle pursuit that began after a woman allegedly stole a Volkswagen sedan near West Point ended in wreck in a field south of County Road 222 late Thursday evening. The woman, who has not been identified,...
Hanceville approves Coronavirus Relief Fund purchases, talks Municipal Election
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail took the opportunity at Thursday afternoon’s city council meeting to thank the citizens of the city for their support. Qualifying for the Aug. 25, 2020 Municipal Election ended Tuesday, and Nail has no challengers, guaranteeing him four...
Summer safety: Preventing vehicular heatstroke
CULLMAN, Ala. - When it’s hot outside, it's important to remember not to leave anyone- person or pet- in a vehicle unattended. For tips about how to avoid a tragedy, The Tribune contacted Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper."With...
Obituary: Tom Era Rowe
Tom Era Rowe, 102, of Double Springs entered into her rest Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Rowe was born July 3, 1918 in Houston, Alabama. She was a wonderful loving wife to her husband Johnny. Tom was...
Obituary: Martha Lou McMullin
Memorial services for Martha Lou McMullin, 80, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends Saturday from noon-1 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs....
Obituary: Jane Vann Hetherington
Funeral services for Jane Vann Hetherington, 77, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2020 at Renovation Church with Blue Quick officiating, interment in Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon-2 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Shelby Wren-Burrow
Shelby Wren-Burrow, 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
Shelby was born Aug. 17, 1937 to Lela Mae Miller Brock and James Walter Brock. She graduated from Fairview High School in 1955 and was a longtime member of Center Grove Baptist Church.
Shelby...
Obituary: Beverly Ann Blackwood
Mrs. Beverly Ann Blackwood, 83, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
Mrs. Blackwood was born April 5, 1937 in Cullman, Alabama to Herman and Mildred McEwen Tillery.
Mrs. Blackwood is survived by her daughter Felita (Doug) Smith; her son Philip (Sherry) Blackwood; her...
Obituary: Juanita Irene Pajao
Juanita Irene Pajao was born June 15, 1965 and passed away July 22, 2020 and is under the care of Moss Service Funeral Home.
AHSAA details ‘Return to Play Best Practices’ document
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Ever
since the coronavirus pandemic brought an early end to school and spring sports
back in March, we’ve been anxiously awaiting information about the upcoming
football season. Wednesday finally brought some of the answers we wanted when
the AHSAA’s Central Board approved a plan to...
NJ man arrested for assaulting, trying to disarm Cullman deputy
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies on Wednesday arrested Moshe Issakov, 27, of Lakewood, New Jersey after he allegedly attacked a deputy, tried to disarm him and bit him several times.
Issakov is charged with second-degree assault (assault on a law...
U.S. Justice Dept.: Excessive force in Alabama’s men’s prisons violates Constitution
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division and the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama on Thursday concluded there is reasonable cause to believe that the conditions at Alabama’s prisons for men violate the Eighth...
Gudger: Small businesses, apply for extra COVID-19 relief now; deadline Saturday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey earlier this month announced the $100 million Revive Alabama grant program to support small businesses (businesses with 19 or fewer employees) that have been impacted by COVID-19, offering grants of up to $15,000 per business to reimburse those...
Chris Thompson announces candidacy for South Vinemont Town Council, place 1
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - Chris Thompson recently announced his candidacy for South Vinemont Town Council, place 1. He will face incumbent JoAnn Oakley in the Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 Municipal Election.
Below is Thompson’s announcement:
My name is Chris Thompson and I am running for South...
Arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 20
theft of property; CR 386
burglary; Hwy. 278
domestic violence; Sportsman Lake Road
domestic violence; CR...
Julie Ray announces candidacy for Holly Pond Town Council, place 1
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Julie Ray on Thursday morning officially announced her candidacy for Holly Pond Town Council, place 1. Ray will face incumbent Lou Thomas in the Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 Municipal Election.
Below is Ray’s announcement:
Julie Ray announces her candidacy for Holly Pond...
LIST: Qualified candidates for Aug. 25 municipal elections
CULLMAN, Ala. - Candidates who qualified for municipal elections coming up Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020, as reported by officials of Cullman County’s municipalities, are as follows. Unopposed incumbents are not listed.
Baileyton
Mayoral candidates:
Incumbent - Johnny Dyar
Challenger - Windell Calloway
Council candidates:
Place 1
Dewayne Sumner (unopposed, running in...
Obituary: Edwin “Sandy” Pawpaw McManus
Graveside services for Edwin “Sandy” Pawpaw McManus, 72, of Cullman were at 2 p.m., Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at Springhill Baptist Cemetery. Rev. Roger McManus officiated.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. McManus passed away July 17, 2020 at the Tuscaloosa VA...
Duck River Reservoir: Looking back at the project, part 2
CULLMAN, Ala. - In July 2018, as officials awaited pending litigation over the Duck River Dam, the City of Cullman went forward with plans to open the 640-acre Duck River Reservoir to boats and fishers, and to open the entire 22 miles of interconnected...
Alabama Historical Commission announces 2021 Grant Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Historical Commission (AHC), the State Historic Preservation Office, has opened its 2021 Grant Program with funds appropriated by the Alabama Legislature. Historic sites meeting the eligibility can submit applications now through Aug.21, 2020.
AHC will administer a $1.075 million Grant...
Central Board approves AHSAA return to play ‘Best Practices’ affirming plans to start fall sports as scheduled
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
– The Alabama High School Athletic Association Central Board of Control
approved the AHSAA’s Return to Play ‘Best Practices’ recommended
guidelines Wednesday and reaffirmed plans to start fall sports on
time, The action was taken Wednesday at its annual summer meeting in
Montgomery.
Fall sports teams have the option to begin fall
workouts...
Local COUNTRY Financial agent Lee Powell donates $1.5K to Cullman Police Department
CULLMAN, Ala. - This week, local COUNTRY Financial agent Lee Powell presented a check for $1,500 to the Cullman Police Department. The donated funds are part of the company’s Operation Helping Heroes program.
According to the company, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread across...
The ‘Power of Produce’ at Cullman Festhalle
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex always has an abundance of programs, and one happening every Saturday through October is the Power of Produce (PoP) at the Festhalle Farmers’ Market.
“This is our fifth year!” said Agriplex Director Rachel Dawsey. “It all started with...
Arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
July 20
leaving the scene of an accident; person;...
Cyber Broadband officially announces fiber network for east Cullman County
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Local internet service provider Cyber Broadband hosted a press conference Tuesday afternoon at Baileyton Town Hall to officially announce the $1.33 million grant the company was awarded by Governor Kay Ivey to help bring broadband internet service to rural areas of...
Obituary: Ricky Thompson
In loving memory of Ricky Thompson, 66, of Hanceville, Alabama. Ricky was born March 14, 1954 in Cullman County to the late J.W. and Jackie Thompson.
He enjoyed Alabama football, NASCAR racing, cooking, his job as a machinist, and most of all he loved his...
Obituary: Margie Ann Watkins
In loving memory of Margie Ann Watkins, 86, of Huntsville, Alabama.
The family of Mrs. Watkins will be having a private funeral service.
She is survived by her children Brenda Bolden of Pensacola, FL, Danny Bolden of Hanceville, AL, Ronny Bolden of Covington, LA, and Tracy...
Obituary: James Riley Hughes
James Riley Hughes, 89, of Double Springs entered into rest Monday, July 20, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Hughes was born March 3, 1931 in Los Angeles, California. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the...
Obituary: Sheryl Ann “Sherry” Barker
Sheryl Ann “Sherry” Barker, 60, of Haleyville passed away Monday, July 20, 2020.
She was born Jan. 11, 1960 in Crawfordsville, Indiana to Lionel Dale and Patricia Ellen Suiter.
Gathering of family and friends will be Sunday, July 26, 2020 from 2-5 p.m. at Nichols Funeral...
Obituary: Jean Marie Harrison
Jean Marie Harrison was born March 13, 1925 and passed away July 21, 2020 and is under the care of Moss Service Funeral Home.
Obituary: Jaclyn Erica Kilgore
Jaclyn Erica Kilgore of Montgomery, formerly of Cullman, passed away July 18, 2020 at the age of 30.
She was born in Cullman Aug. 31, 1989 to Rodney Kilgore and Connie McClellan.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents Douglas and Betty Kilgore.
Funeral services are...
Obituary: Lowell Jackson Garrison, Jr.
Lowell Jackson Garrison, Jr., 74, of Cullman passed away Monday, July 20, 2020 at his residence. He was born Dec. 8, 1945 to Lowell Garrison, Sr. and Clara Garrison.
Mr. Garrison had a lifelong career in trucking. First, he was a truck driver, and then...
Obituary: Marie Jose West
Marie Jose West, 95, passed away Monday, July 20, 2020 at Rose Manor in Haleyville.
She was born Jan. 30, 1925 to Julian and Julie Desmary in Verviers, Belgium. Marie was the strongest, most independent, loving and accepting person. She loved her family, her friends,...
Obituary: Carolyn Fay Gerstman Hancock
Graveside services for Carolyn Fay Gerstman Hancock, 74, of Arley will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at Bethlehem West Baptist Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Hancock passed away Monday, July 20, 2020 at her...
Ivey announces statewide online driver’s license renewal extension
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced Alabama driver’s license holders will now be allowed to renew online a second time during a 12-year period.
Until now, driver’s license holders were limited to one online renewal every eight years. As part of the...
Arise owner talks mental health, business during COVID-19
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Arise Coffee Company in Hanceville welcomed musician Anna Kate Warner for a concert Saturday evening to raise funds to support the downtown business that, like many, has faced its share of challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Owner Leah McCollins uses fundraisers...
Duck River Reservoir: Looking back at the project, part 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs announced Friday, July 17 that the city of Cullman has begun drawing water from the Duck River Reservoir to the city water treatment plant, and that the city is now receiving drinking water from the reservoir. During his...
Arrests and incidents reported July 21, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 21, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
July 20
third-degree criminal mischief; Cullman Regional Medical Center;...
Garden City council promotes employees, appoints election officers
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Garden City Town Council on Monday evening promoted two Town employees and officially appointed its election officials for the Aug. 25 Municipal Election.
The council voted to approved a resolution to appoint Marcia Pender, Kenneth Swan and Eddie Reid as...
West Point council talks paving projects, food distribution, election
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday night approved funding for paving around the storm shelter next to town hall. A total of $20,000 was approved for the project, and Quality Paving was selected for the work. The Town was...
Obituary: Michael Wade Lee
A private family graveside service for Michael Wade Lee, 64, of Cullman will be at noon Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home-Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Lee passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020 at his residence. He...
Obituary: Johnny Dale Daniel
Johnny Dale Daniel, 69, of Double Springs entered into rest Sunday, July 19, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Johnny was born June 5, 1951 in Double Springs, Alabama. He enjoyed spending time with his family, sitting in the peaceful woods, hunting...
Obituary: Kenneth “Curly” Tipton
Kenneth "Curly" Tipton, 79, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020 at home surrounded by his family.
Kenneth was an avid sports fan. His favorite teams were the UAB Blazers and the Alabama Crimson Tide. He loved playing Rook with his buddies and...
Obituary: Luetta Crider Kinney
Luetta Crider Kinney, 96, of Vinemont passed into her eternal rest at home surrounded by her children July 19, 2020. Graveside services will be at Enon Baptist Cemetery Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 11 a.m. Visitation will be at Life Pointe Church, 347 Hills...
Obituary: Margie Ann Self
Margie Ann Self, 80, of Cullman passed away from natural causes Sunday, July 19, 2020 at Cullman Health Care Center. She was born May 16, 1940 to George E. Self and Ollie B. Nash.
She worked in the mental health field. She enjoyed writing songs...
Obituary: Maxine Fincher Cornelius
Graveside services for Maxine Fincher Cornelius, 82, of Cullman, AL will be July 21 at 4 p.m.
at Crossroads Cemetery; West Point, Rev. Steve Rodgers will be officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Cornelius passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020 with her...
Obituary: Kenneth Cleghorn
Kenneth Cleghorn, 81, of Cullman, formerly of Arley, entered into rest Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Cullman Healthcare North.
Kenneth was born April 15, 1939 in Arley, Alabama. He proudly served his country for four years in the United States Army. He was a cattle...
(Updated) Search continues on Smith Lake for missing boater Dustin New
Updated 7-21-20 at 11:10 a.m.
Update from Sgt. Chad Pate with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division:
The search continues for missing boater, Dustin New, 26 years old of Fultondale, AL. Search units are utilizing sonar, dive teams, and aerial assets to search...
Arrests and incidents reported July 20, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 20, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 16
unlawful possession of a controlled substance; CR 1156
domestic violence; CR 34
harassment; CR 437
theft...
Jim Thorpe Award tabs Brontae Harris on Preseason Watch List
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –
Despite missing all of last season with a foot injury, senior Brontae Harris
has been named to the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award Preseason Watch List, annually
presented to the nation’s best defensive back by the Oklahoma Sports Hall of
Fame.
Harris is one of 49 players recognized...
JoAnn Oakley announces re-election bid for South Vinemont Town Council, place 1
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - JoAnn Oakley on Monday announced her re-election bid for South Vinemont Town Council, place 1. The Municipal Election will take place Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020.
Below is Oakley’s announcement:
JoAnn Howard Oakley announces her re-election bid for South Vinemont Town Council, place...
Merrill: Absentee voting available for August municipal elections
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Secretary of State John H. Merrill on Monday announced he has officially extended the opportunity for anyone concerned about COVID-19 to apply for and cast an absentee ballot for the upcoming municipal elections scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020.
At the request...
Obituary: Hilda Jeanette Todd
Graveside services for Hilda Jeanette Todd, 80, of Hanceville will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 21 at Bethlehem Methodist Cemetery, Dodge City. Pastor Paul Rivers will be officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Todd passed away Saturday, July 18 at...
Obituary: Margaret Ann Connors Akin
On Sunday, July 19, 2020, Margaret Ann Connors Akin, 89, while being lovingly cared for at Hanceville Nursing Home and Rehab Center for three years, went to join her husband of 49 years, William E. Akin, in Heaven.
Mrs. Akin was born in Massachusetts and...
Joyce Barnett announces candidacy for Hanceville City Council, place 1
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Joyce Barnett on Sunday announced her candidacy for Hanceville City Council, place 1. The Municipal Election will take place Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020.
Below is Barnett’s announcement:
My name is Joyce Barnett I am running for city council, place 1. I have lived...
Extension Office offering Basic Estate Planning webinar
The coronavirus pandemic has made many aware of just how important planning for their eventual death and possible incapacity is. Not having a will in place is not only more expensive than the cost to prepare one in advance, but it will also leave...
Culpepper, Jacobs address crowd at ‘LOVE TRAIN’ Unity Concert
CULLMAN, Ala. – Folks gathered at Depot Park Saturday night for “an evening of good music, food and love” at the LOVE TRAIN Unity Concert hosted by local artists Terrell Jones’ Smooth Fondu, the Lamont Landers Band, Sarah Weeks and Dr. Reginald Jackson.
Aside from...
Obituary: Ruth E. Garner
Graveside services for Ruth E. Garner, 92, of Garden City will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, July 20 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville with Reverend Fred Rivers officiating. Hanceville Funeral Home directing. Ruth’s family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday evening...
Obituary: Brenda Jacquelyn Freeman
Brenda Jacquelyn “Jackie” Freeman of Cullman passed away July 18, 2020 at the age of 75.
She was born July 19, 1944 to Chart and Audrey Huffstutler Byram.
She graduated from West Point High School in 1962. She worked at King Edward Cigar Plant and she...
Obituary: Mark Steven Lynn
Mark Steven Lynn, 52, of Cullman passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020.
His family will receive friends Monday, July 20, 2020 at Moss Service Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. Graveside service will be Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 2 p.m. at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Cemetery....
Cullman Elks, Jack Aces raise money for Cullman Caring for Kids, collect toys for less fortunate
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Elks Lodge and Jack Aces Riding Club on Saturday teamed up for the fifth year to spread a little Christmas cheer. The Christmas in July event raises money for Cullman Caring for Kids and collects toys for less fortunate...
Hunting season dates announced for 2020-2021
The 2020-2021 hunting season will bring big changes for white-tailed deer hunters in a few parts of Alabama with the creation of two new deer zones. The newly created zones D and E will allow hunters to gun hunt before and during the peak...
United Way Stuff the Bus school supply drive underway
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) kicked off its fourth annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive Friday, encouraging shoppers headed out for the tax-free weekend to pick up school supplies and drop them off at the bus, located in the...
