The Cullman Tribune moves from 3 to 5 days per week
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tribune has moved from three days a week to five, starting today, Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019, and Publisher Noah Galilee is excited about the benefits the expansion will bring to Tribune readers.
“Residents will now be receiving five days of...
Obituary: Ronald “Ron” Lea Woods, Sr.
It is with great sadness that the family of Ronald “Ron” Lea Woods, Sr. announces his passing Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019 at the VA Hospital in Birmingham, AL.
Ron was a loving husband and father. He loved to fish with his sons. He was employed...
Obituary: Shelby Ridgeway Day
Graveside services for Shelby Ridgeway Day, 80, of Vinemont, will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019 at Flint Creek Cemetery with Alton Bailey officiating; interment in Flint Creek Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Day passed away Monday, Aug....
Obituary: Michael Gus Gross
Memorial services for Michael Gus Gross, 62, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Gross passed away Monday, Aug. 5, 2019 at his residence.
He was born Jan....
Baileyton announces meeting with Shedd, Gudger; horse show this weekend
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton Town Council Monday night announced the Town will host a meeting Saturday, Aug. 31 at 7 a.m. at the Baileyton Senior Center with Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman and Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview. Invited to attend the meeting are mayors...
Hanceville police chief issues statement on officer-involved shooting
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A Hanceville man was killed in an officer-involved shooting along County Road 599 near Hanceville Sunday afternoon. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick identified the man as Robert Clay Wilsford, Sr., 65.
The incident unfolded following a call from a family member...
Wallace State Nursing opens Mother’s Lounge for nursing moms
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College held a ribbon cutting Thursday, Aug. 1, in the School of Nursing and Center for Science to officially open a Mother’s Lounge that nursing mothers can utilize for privacy and comfort when using a breast pump. The...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 5, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 5, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
IncidentsAug. 1
harassment; CR 702
trespassing, giving false name to a law enforcement officer; Hwy. 157
theft...
Cullman native Kane Ward wins WWA National Championship
MONROE, Wash. – The 2019 Nautique World Wake Association (WWA) Wakeboard National Championships are in the books and this year, there was some local flavor in the field. Cullman native Kane Ward, 8, placed first in the 9 & Under Jr. Boys Division after...
Obituary: “DADA” Carmen Lloyd Bomberry
Funeral services for “DADA” Carmen Lloyd Bomberry, 57, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Aug. 5, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Bomberry passed away Aug. 2, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was...
Obituary: Robbie Lee Huffstutler
Mrs. Robbie Lee Huffstutler of Cullman passed away Aug. 2, 2019 at the age of 81.
She was born in Cullman June 6, 1938 to Vernice and Callie Williamson Hendrix.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Huffstutler.
Graveside services are Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019...
Obituary: Betty McCamy
Betty McCamy was born Nov. 5, 1940 in Blountsville, AL and passed away Aug. 3, 2019 in Bessemer, Alabama.
Visitation will be at Moss Service Funeral home Aug. 5 from 6-8 p.m. A celebration of life service will be held Aug. 6 at 1 p.m....
Obituary: Steven E. Mustgrove
Funeral services for Steven E. Mustgrove, 43, of Hayden, AL will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday Aug. 7, 2019 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 1-2 p.m. Wednesday prior to...
Obituary: Teresa Darlene Ballard
Darlene Ballard, 53, of West Point passed away Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019.
She was born May 11, 1966 in Tennessee to Charles and Frances Simmons.
The family is having a private service.
Survivors include her parents, Charles and Frances Simmons; children, Justin Ballard, Brandon Ballard and Madison...
(Updated) Hanceville man dead in officer-involved shooting
Updated 8-4-19 6:50 p.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A Hanceville man was killed in an officer-involved shooting along County Road 599 near Hanceville Sunday afternoon.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick identified the man as Robert Clay Wilsford, Sr., 65.
Details remain scarce about the incident.
Hanceville Police Chief...
Students, families enjoy Kids’ Night Out in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Children filled CW Day Park in Hanceville Friday evening for Kids’ Night Out. The party is hosted each year by the City of Hanceville to give kids a great night of food and fun as summer comes to an end and...
Young farmers cultivate success in statewide contests
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Young farmers cultivated success — and scored more than $80,000 in prizes — during contests at the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 47th Commodity Producers Conference in Chattanooga Aug. 3.
Luke Smelley won the 2019 Outstanding Young Farm Family (OYFF) competition. Judges visited his...
Obituary: Stephen Lawrence Glenn
Stephen Lawrence Glenn, 67, of Hanceville passed away Aug. 2, 2019. He was born May 21,1952 in Morgan County to George Edward and Georgia Eva Lawrence Glenn.
Mr. Glenn was an electrician. He was also a member of Walter Baptist Church.
Stephen is preceded in death...
Obituary: Bill Clinton Horton
Tribute services for Bill Clinton Horton, 49, of Cullman, AL will be Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019 at Hanceville Funeral Home. The family will receive friends for a visitation Sunday from 6-8 p.m.
Mr. Horton is survived by his wife Norma Horton; three sons Eric (Angela)...
2019 EvaBank Midnight Run sees best turnout in years
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CULLMAN, Ala. – Friday night provided great conditions for the 2019 EvaBank Midnight Run 5K and it certainly showed when the crowd of runners lined up for this year’s event. More than 400 runners registered for this year’s 5K but many more showed up...
Gov. Ivey awards $390K grant to assist sexual assault victims across the state
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $390,599 grant to support the Alabama Coalition Against Rape, a nonprofit organization that assists victims of sexual violence and conducts outreach and education to prevent others from being victimized.
The Coalition has provided legal, medical and...
Chamber welcomes 20th Youth Leadership Cullman County class
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday night welcomed its 2019-2020 Youth Leadership Cullman County class. This is the 20th year of the program, which serves as an opportunity for students to learn about and get involved in their community....
NAFCO breaks ground on new access road, will create 30 new jobs
CULLMAN, Ala. - “Let’s keep moving Cullman forward!” Cullman County Commission Chairman Kenneth Walker said at a groundbreaking ceremony for a new industrial access road for North Alabama Fabricating Company (NAFCO) Friday afternoon. Local and state leaders were on hand for the ceremony along...
Wallace State kicks off new year of senior education and enrichment through WaLLi
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College (WSCC) on Thursday held a kickoff and registration luncheon for the 2019-20 year of its Wallace State Lifelong Learning Institute (WaLLi) education and activity program for seniors at the Bailey Center on campus. The program boasts a...
Obituary: Jewel “Dean” Manning
Funeral services for Jewel “Dean” Manning, 93, of Hanceville, AL will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Bethlehem East Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Aug. 3, 2019...
Obituary: Russell Monroe “Butch” Godfrey
Russell Monroe “Butch” Godfrey, 72, of Cullman, formerly of Orange Beach, AL passed away July 31, 2019.
He was born Sept. 18, 1946 to Gilmer Rubin & Hilda Erna Hirsch Godfrey. He was a loving father and a devoted husband.
He is preceded in death by...
Obituary: Edith Ruth Daniel
Edith Ruth Daniel, 80, of Phil Campbell, entered into rest Aug. 1, 2019 at North Alabama Medical Center.
Mrs. Daniel was born March 10, 1939 in Lawrence County, Alabama.
Visitation will be held Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019 from noon until 2 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home...
Obituary: Marlon Dale Pipkins
Marlon Dale Pipkins, 63, of Haleyville entered into rest Aug. 1, 2019 at his Lakeland Community Hospital.
Mr. Pipkins was born Oct. 4, 1955 in Haleyville.
Visitation will be held Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019 from 1-2 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville, where services will...
Obituary: Vance Willette
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Vance William Willette, 49, of Double Springs.
Mr. Willette was born Sept. 14, 1969 to Ronald and Betty Rouche Willette. He passed away Friday, Aug. 2, 2019 at his residence.
Obituary: Edna Augusta Chafin
Edna Augusta Murphree Chafin lived a blessed 90 years.
She passed Aug. 2, 2019 from congestive heart failure at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Edna was proceeded in death by husband, O.D. Chafin, parents, Ellis Murphree and Mava Murphree, and sister, Etheleen Strickland.
She is survived by children,...
Ivey awards $419K to Brooks’ Place
CULLMAN, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $419,214.21 to Brooks’ Place, the Child Advocacy Center in Cullman.
Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview announced the award Thursday:
“I appreciate Governor Ivey and her team awarding $419,214.21 to Cullman Child Advocacy Center. “In my role as Vice Chair...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 2, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 2, 2019. 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
IncidentsAugust 1
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St....
City schools build 2 handicapped-accessible, unisex restrooms
Updated 8/2/19 at 4:12 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools Superintendent Dr. Susan Patterson said Friday morning that the school system built two new restrooms this summer, one at East Elementary School and one at Cullman Middle School. She said the restrooms are ADA-compliant,...
Good Samaritan receives $5K from Cullman Savings Bank, announces 5th annual Caring for Cullman Concert
CULLMAN, Ala. - The staff of Cullman Savings Bank on Thursday presented Good Samaritan Health Clinic (GSC) a check for $5,000 ahead of this year’s fifth annual Caring for Cullman Concert.
In presenting the gift, bank Vice President Clara Kent told The Tribune, “The Good...
Savoring summer: good times in Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The City of Good Hope held its annual back-to-school event Thursday evening, and the community gathered at Good Hope Municipal Park to take part in the festivities, enjoying one of the last days of summer vacation.
Good Hope Mayor Jerry Bartlett...
Obituary: John Paul Bowling
John Paul Bowling, 68, of Arley, Alabama entered into rest Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at North Alabama Specialty Hospital in Athens, surrounded by his family.
Mr. Bowling was born Jan. 19, 1951 in Alexander City, Alabama. He attended Cullman High School and was a member...
Obituary: James Olen “Sonny” Brown
Funeral services for James Olen “Sonny” Brown, 82, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman City Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Brown passed...
Obituary: Amery Fae Dickerson
Funeral services for Amery Fae Dickerson, 3 months, of Baileyton, will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Preacher Joshua Gill officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Amery passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at...
Obituary: Anna Sue Dean
Funeral services for Anna Sue Dean, 90, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, with Pastor John Bussman and Pastor Christopher Clark officiating, interment in Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of...
Meet your legislators at August town hall meetings
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center’s Governmental Affairs Committee this month will host three community forums featuring Cullman’s local legislative delegation. Each meeting will feature a local state representative in his specific district alongside Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman.
The...
(Update) Cullman man killed in wreck near Johnson’s Crossing
Updated 8/2/19 at 11:58 a.m.
JOHNSON'S CROSSING, Ala. - A Cullman man was killed in a two-vehicle wreck in the community of Johnson's Crossing Thursday evening.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick identified the victim as Kristopher Lyn Griffin, 34.
Kilpatrick said the crash happened in the...
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System talks black bears in Alabama
AUBURN, Ala. – On vacations to the Tennessee or Georgia mountains, many hope to catch a glimpse of a black bear or two. What some don’t realize is there are populations of black bears living right here in Alabama. In fact, the black bear...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: He’s a Dandy!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Dandy is an 11-month-old bulldog mix. He’s a lively, medium- to high-energy canine companion who enjoys playing ball with his human. And when he’s done playing,...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 1, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 1, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
IncidentsJuly 29
domestic violence; 3rd Ave. SW Hanceville
violation of a protection order; CR 1233
criminal mischief;...
No longer ‘helpless’: Smith Lake area fire departments prepare to launch second fire/rescue boat, more on the way
CULLMAN, Ala. - At one time, firefighters and EMTs around Smith Lake faced a formidable barrier to responding to emergency calls: the shoreline. Having to stand on the bank, begging for a loaner boat to respond to incidents on the water, was a feeling...
Obituary: Myrl Powell Dobbins
Funeral services for Myrl Powell Dobbins, 90, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with interment in Corinth West Baptist Cemetery, Darrell Maddox officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Dobbins passed away...
Cullman County Public Library sees huge turnout to celebrate ‘The Boy Who Lived’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Inspired by one of the most popular book series of all time, the Cullman County Public Library held a birthday party for Harry Potter - not the series itself, but the actual character - Wednesday. Organizer Debra Reynolds said it was the...
ALDOT responds to request for safety upgrades at Hwy. 278/CR 831; What do you think?
LOGAN, Ala. - After contacting the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) to request safety upgrades such as a traffic light at the intersection of U.S. Highway 278 and County Road 831, the site of two recent serious accidents, Logan Fire and Rescue received this...
2nd annual Poor Man Poker Run this Saturday on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual Poor Man Poker Run returns to Lewis Smith Lake Saturday to raise money for The Smith Lake Task Force and Wake the World Alabama. Registration is $30. There will be a pre-party for players at The Barn at Smith...
Arrests and incidents reported July 31, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 31, 2019. 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 29
third-degree theft of property; person; Poplar Dr....
Heart transplant recipient Ovuke McCoy speaks at Heart Walk kick-off breakfast
CULLMAN, Ala. The American Heart Association and Cullman Regional held a kick-off breakfast Wednesday morning at Loft 212 for this year’s Heart Walk. The guest speaker for the breakfast was Ovuke Emonina McCoy, 44, of Birmingham.
McCoy, a stroke survivor and heart transplant recipient, shared...
Cullman Regional Foundation announces 28th annual Golf Extravaganza
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Regional Foundation on Tuesday announced its 28th annual Million Dollar Hole-In-One Golf Extravaganza will be held Monday, Sept. 9 at TP Country Club.
The Golf Extravaganza includes several events such as a morning and afternoon tournament, putting contest, helicopter ball...
Obituary: David Earl Kritner
Funeral services for David Earl Kritner, 82, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in New Hope #2 Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Kritner passed away Monday, July 29, 2019...
Obituary: Jonathan Ray Welch
Jonathan Ray Welch, 26, was born Jan. 15, 1993 to Steve and Tressie Welch. He died Friday, July 26, 2019.
Jonathan graduated from West Point High School and began working for West Point Intermediate School soon after. He owned a successful lawncare business, Welch’s Lawn...
Obituary: Mary Brown
Funeral services for Mary Brown, 81, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at New Prospect Cemetery in Bremen, AL. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 31,...
Parts of the new Eva Road Bridge coming together
CULLMAN, Ala. – Parts of the new Eva Road Bridge crossing Bridge Creek were put in place Tuesday, tangible evidence that the months-long project is moving forward. The stretch of Eva Road between Forrest Avenue Northeast and Scenic Drive Northeast has been closed for...
Apply now for fall 2019 session of CCSO Citizens’ Academy
CULLMAN, Ala. – Applications are being accepted now for the fall 2019 session of the popular Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Citizens' Academy. The academy is a nine-week course and is free to the public; however, class size is limited.
The fall session will begin on...
WSCC Wellness Center client surprised by volleyball teammates on 90th birthday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Longtime Wallace State Wellness Center client Bobbie Messersmith was surprised by her volleyball teammates on her 90th birthday on July 17. The teams presented her with a volleyball-shaped cake and a long-sleeved T-shirt proclaiming her “Volleyball Queen” with her name and...
Arrests and incidents reported July 30, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 30, 2019. 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 29
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157;...
The wheels of justice: active homicide cases in Cullman County, part 2
Editor’s note: All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune continues its review of pending homicide cases in Cullman County, and reports on their current status and actions taken this year.
Bradford Neal Meeks - reckless murder of Curt Wilson in...
Pet of the Week: You’ll be D-lighted with Annie D!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Annie D. is a heeler mix who’s a little more than 1 year old. She arrived at the shelter with skin issues, which have been tended to,...
Obituary: John Hasenbein
Memorial services for John Morice Hasenbein, 74, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug.1, 2019 at Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church.
Mr. Hasenbein passed away Sunday, July 28, 2019 at Cullman Regional. He was born March 7, 1945 to John Maurice and Leona Hasenbein.
Mr....
Woodland Village’s Ann Trucks crowned 2019 Ms. Alabama Nursing Home
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Ms. Ann Trucks, of Cullman, was crowned 2019 Ms. Alabama Nursing Home during the Ms. Alabama Nursing Home Pageant held at the Hyatt Regency Birmingham - The Wynfrey Hotel in Hoover Monday, July 29. She was crowned by Miss Alabama 2019...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats running back Jayden Sullins commits to Navy
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Jayden Sullins has known for a while that he’d get the chance to play football at the next level, but now he knows where he’ll be doing it. The senior running back announced Saturday he has committed to...
Case of man accused of killing Tommy Piper heading to grand jury with additional charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Court, with Circuit Judge Gregory Nicholas as authorized acting district judge on behalf of District Judge Rusty Turner, on Monday found that probable cause exists to send the murder case of Charles Patrick Wayne Burgess to a Cullman...
United Way Stuff the Bus drive brings in more than 14,000 items
CULLMAN, Ala. – United Way of Cullman County’s (UWCC) Stuff the Bus school supply drive ended recently, with a total that Public Relations Manager Michele Dingler said Monday far exceeded last year’s number of more than 11,000.
“We exceeded last year’s total,” smiled Dingler. “This...
Arrests and incidents reported July 29, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 29, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsJuly 25
unlawful possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1635
domestic violence;...
Stadium, Oak Drives to reopen by Aug. 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - Stadium Drive Northeast and Oak Drive Northeast are set to reopen by Monday, Aug. 5, just in time for the new school year, which starts Wednesday, Aug. 7.
Leanne West with the City of Cullman Mayor's Office said, "This week, they will...
Dinkin flicka! The Ostrich hosts ‘The Office’ trivia night at Goat Island Brewing
CULLMAN, Ala. – Fifty-six teams competed Saturday night in The Office Trivia Night hosted by The Ostrich at Goat Island Brewing.
The Ostrich, aka humorist Matt Mitchell, first began trivia nights at Tallulah Brewing Company in Jasper.
“I just enjoy trivia nights,” said Mitchell. “When I...
Obituary: Eugene “Gene” Price Brown
Eugene "Gene" Price Brown passed away July 27, 2019 at the age of 85.
He was born Nov. 15, 1933 to Price and Della Mae Brown in Trinity, Alabama.
He moved to and lived in Michigan for many years before returning and making a home in...
Obituary: Joseph “Tommy” Hays
Funeral services for Joseph “Tommy” Hays, 54, of Hanceville will be held at Hanceville Ablaze Revival Center (old post office) 201 Main St. NW in Hanceville, Wednesday, July 31, with visitation from 10-12, family at 10, everyone else 10:30. Service following at 12.
The son...
Fairview band car show raises $3K for instrument repairs
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Saturday morning, classic car owners and enthusiasts around north Alabama came together to raise money for the Fairview High School marching band at the band's 5th Annual All Wheel Show & Festival.
Along with viewing the cars, trucks and motorcycles on display, visitors enjoyed live...
Choice Rentals’ Cruise-In raises more than $1,600 for Curt’s Closet
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Choice Rentals on Saturday reached out to help Ashley Wilson and Curt’s Closet, her local nonprofit clothing and accessory boutique that exclusively serves kids of families in need. The Cruise-In for Curt’s Closet drew vehicle enthusiasts for a good cause.
Choice...
ARCHERY: Vinemont’s Sartin places 1st at NASP Championship; full local results
NASHVILLE, Tenn. –
The 2019 National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) season came to an end
with the NASP Championships at the Music City Center in Nashville on Saturday
and several local squads were there to compete. Cullman Middle School, East
Elementary and West Point High School...
SWIMMING: Cullman Swim Team competes at State Meet in Opelika
OPELIKA, Ala. – The Alabama Recreation and Parks Association’s (ARPA) final swim meet of the season was held at the Opelika Sportsplex this weekend and the Cullman Swim Team (the Tritons) had a big group of athletes in the field. The Tritons faced off...
Obituary: Gwendold Nelson
Gwendold Gail Nelson, 82, of Hayden entered into rest July 27, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.
Gwendold was born July 28, 1936, in Walnut Grove, Tennessee.
Gwendold graduated from Immokalee High School in 1955. He proudly served his country in the United States...
Obituary: Jerold Roberts
Funeral services for Jerold Roberts, 85, of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Richard Roberts officiating; burial at Duck River Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Roberts passed away Friday, July 26, 2019 at...
Short on supplies? Get help with back-to-school needs
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the new school year approaches, many families around Cullman County will be struggling to provide school necessities for their children. These necessities may be school supplies like binders, backpacks, calculators, paper and writing utensils, or they may be more basic...
Houston, we have a performance: Fairview marching band to pay tribute to moon landing’s 50th anniversary
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - As part of a series of features on marching bands around the county, The Tribune visited the Fairview Aggie Band during its band camp this week to see what the county can expect this football season. Director Nathan Kilgo said this year, the...
The wheels of justice: active homicide cases in Cullman County, part 1
Editor’s note: All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty.
CULLMAN, Ala. - It has been said that the wheels of justice turn slowly, and Cullman County is no exception, with active homicide cases dating back to 2013, based on incidents back to 2012. The...
Obituary: Phillip “Buddy” Green
Funeral services for Phillip “Buddy” Green, 65, of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 27, 2019 at the Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow at Mountain Grove Cemetery, Blount County. Visitation will be Saturday, July 27 at 10:30 a.m. at...
Code Green & White: Holly Pond Bronco Band’s new show is the best kind of ‘Emergency’
HOLLY POND, Ala. - As part of a series of features on marching bands around the county, The Tribune visited the Holly Pond Bronco Band on its last day of band camp this week. Director Evan Curtis said this year's halftime show theme is "Emergency."...
Back-to-school events planned around the county
CULLMAN, Ala. - Many municipalities, churches and other organizations are holding back-to-school fun nights to help students celebrate the last two weeks of summer before the new school year starts. The times, locations and details for many of these events can be found below:
Saturday, July 27
Back-to-School...
Worship without worry: CCSO hosts Church Safety Class
CULLMAN, Ala. – Churchgoers settled in at Temple Baptist Church Thursday night to participate in the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Church Safety Class. It was the second event of its kind put on by the CCSO following the November 2017 church shooting in...
Arrests and incidents reported July 26, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 26, 2019. 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 DepartmentIncidentsJuly 24
first-degree criminal trespassing; Gold Mark Apartments; Gold...
Hanceville students set up lemonade stand to help classmates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Elementary School students Colton Hunter (left) and Kason Hitt (right) set up a lemonade stand in front of Hanceville City Hall Friday to raise money to pay lunch bills for students in need at their school.
Kason’s dad Kevin Hitt told...
GoFundMe page set up for Smith Lake lightning strike victim
CULLMAN, Ala. - A woman who was struck by lightning at Smith Lake Park Saturday, July 20 has been identified as Kelly Hodo, of Hayden, according to a GoFundMe page set up on her behalf.
Hodo was one of two people injured in the incident.
According...
Choice Rentals hosting Cruise-In for Curt’s Closet this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Choice Rentals is putting on its inaugural charity car, truck and bike show, the “Cruise-In for Curt’s Closet,” this Saturday, and has named Curt’s Closet (CC) as the first beneficiary of its new tradition. According to CC founder Ashley Wilson, the...
Hanceville talks Kids’ Night Out, new water line for Boyd Road
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The City of Hanceville is gearing up for its annual back-to-school bash, Kids’ Night Out. It will take place Friday, Aug. 2 from 6-8 p.m. at CW Day Park. Hanceville Police Chief Bob Long said first responders, helicopters, motorcycles and firetrucks...
Wallace State golf practice facility named for longtime Coach Dan York
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A golf practice facility in the Wallace State Wellness Center was officially named in honor of the late Coach Dan York this week with family, friends, employees and current and former players in attendance. That facility includes an indoor driving range...
Obituary: Emil Florean Potor
Emil Florean Potor, of Cullman, Alabama passed away July 24, 2019.
He was born April 1, 1928 to Florea and Sylvia Potor in Anderson, Indiana.
Mr. Potor leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Julia (John) Kinyon; sons: David (Debbie) Potor of Cullman, AL, Ted Potor...
Obituary: Angelia Gay Lovvorn
Angelia "Angie" Gay Lovvorn of Birmingham, Alabama was born July 7, 1961 and passed away July 24, 2019 at the age of 58.
She was born July 7, 1961 in Georgia to James and Helen Brewington Lovvorn.
She was a veteran of The United States Army.
Funeral...
Obituary: Rex Allen Turner
Funeral services for Rex Allen Turner, 67, of Hanceville, will be at 4 p.m. Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Don Froelich officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Turner passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at...
Obituary: Gregory Wayne Young
Funeral services for Gregory Wayne Young, 57, of Hanceville will be at noon Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Pastor Steven Sutter and Pastor Derald Briscoe officiating; interment in Hopewell Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Young...
Obituary: Edward Arnold Woods
Memorial services for Edward Arnold Woods, 78, of Vinemont, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Milan Dekich officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Woods passed away Thursday, July 25, 2019 at his...
Obituary: Nancy Faircella Isom Jones
Nancy Faircella Isom Jones, 70, of Phil Campbell, Alabama entered into rest July 24, 2019 at home surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Jones was born May 12, 1949 in Haleyville. She was a longtime employee of the Kellwood Company and Wrangler Distribution Center. Nancy...
Tractor Supply hosting backyard poultry event Aug. 10
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tractor Supply Company store will host a free backyard poultry event Aug. 10, 2019 from 10 a.m.-noon. Attendees will learn how to care for and manage an at-home flock.
"The popularity of raising backyard poultry continues to grow year after...
Wal-Mart Distribution gives large donation to United Way’s ‘Stuff the Bus’ school supply drive
CULLMAN, Ala. -- With just one day left in United Way of Cullman County's 'Stuff the Bus' school supply drive, Wal-Mart Distribution Center has stepped in to provide a big donation. WDC's Dustin Elliott stopped by the United Way office Thursday afternoon and dropped...
Arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsJuly 22
obstructing government operations, giving false name to a law enforcement officer; Hwy. 69...
Opioid Institute holds seminar in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Representatives of the Opioid Training Institute (OTI), a collaboration between the Auburn University Harrison School of Pharmacy and the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH), came to Cullman Wednesday to lead a day-long public seminar to help local authorities and citizens...
