Obituary: Timothy Maurice Philyaw
Timothy "Timmy" Maurice Philyaw of Cullman passed away Aug. 22, 2019 at the age of 52.
He was born in Cullman March 19, 1967 to Ernest Lee and Mary Louise Cupp Philyaw.
He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Steve Randall Philyaw.
Funeral...
Things to do Saturday, Aug. 24
Meet James Spann at Karma’s Coffee House
ABC 33/40 Chief Meteorologist James Spann will be at Karma's Coffee House Saturday selling and signing his autobiography, “Weathering Life.” His autobiography allows folks to ride along with him on his long and winding life journey. You will...
Hanceville rolls out new pay scale for city employees
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Beginning Oct. 1, 2019, City of Hanceville employees will see a little more money in their paychecks. The Hanceville City Council Thursday night approved a new structured pay scale with yearly evaluations to determine future increases.
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail said, “This...
3rd Annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Arts and Music Festival set for Sept. 14-15
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of the best new art festivals in town is coming up Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 14-15, 2019. St. Bernard faculty, staff, alumni, students and friends are rolling up their sleeves to bring to the community the third annual Bernard Blues...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 23, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 23, 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 DepartmentIncidentsAug. 21
third-degree burglary, fourth-degree theft of property; person;...
Cullman Attorney Champ Crocker receives appointment from State Bar president
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Attorney R. Champ Crocker this week was appointed by Alabama State Bar President Christy Crow to the Board of Editors for “The Alabama Lawyer,” the official publication of the Alabama State Bar. The Board of Editors assists in publishing “The...
State legislators visit West Point for community forum
WEST POINT, Ala. - Cullman area legislators Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman and Rep. Scott Stadthagen, R-Hartselle came to West Point Thursday night for the third in a series of community forums sponsored by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce meant to bring elected officials...
PREP FOOTBALL: Warriors edge Aggies in thriller to take Brandin’ Iron Bowl
FAIRVIEW, Ala.
-- On a surprisingly comfortable August evening at Dafford Smith Stadium, the
Fairview Aggies faced off against their cross-county rival West Point Warriors.
West Point won the toss and deferred to the second
half kicking off to the Aggies. Tyvn Ellis bobbled the kick but recovered
for a...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman falls to Jasper on the road
JASPER, Ala. - The No. 3-ranked Jasper Vikings opened the season with a 21-19 victory over rival Cullman Thursday night at Ki-Ro/Gambrell Field. The win marked the first time since 2010 the Vikings earned a defeat over Cullman, and it was the first win...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs opens season with 25-0 road shutout over Meek
ARLEY, Ala. - It was a perfect night to kick off the High School football season as the Cold Springs Eagles traveled to take on the Meek Tigers. Cold Springs looked sharp on offense and defense all night long as they got a convincing...
Obituary: Lucia Hock Bailey
Lucia Bailey, 85, passed away at her residence, surrounded by her loving family Aug. 22, 2019.
She was born Dec. 17, 1933 in Mannheim, Germany. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, and flower gardening. Lucia loved animals and had many pets throughout the years.
She is survived by...
Obituary: Barbara Sue Hamrick
On Monday, Aug. 19, 2019, Barbara Sue (Rollins) Hamrick, mother of four, went to be with her Lord at the age of 86.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 58 years, James Charles Hamrick; and an infant sister.
Sue was born...
Obituary: Ronnie Zwiebel
Ronnie Zwiebel of Holly Pond, 72, passed away at his home early Wednesday morning with his loving wife, Rebecca, and other family members by his side.
He was born to Ralph “Johnny” and Regina Osmon Zwiebel in Ohio.
Ronnie was self-employed, owning his own lawn service...
Obituary: Solomon S. Barger
Solomon S. Barger, 85, passed away at his home Wednesday morning, Aug. 21, 2019 surrounded by his loving wife and family members.
He was born in Tuscaloosa County to Ruben and Lula Mae Grammar Barger.
Solomon served our nation with honor in the U.S. Navy. His...
(Updated) Pedestrian struck by truck in NW Cullman dies
Updated 8-22-19 8:05 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man who was seriously injured late Thursday afternoon when he was struck by a pickup truck on St. Joseph Drive Northwest near the intersection with Brunner Street Northwest in the city of Cullman has died. Cullman County...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 22, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 22, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsAug. 19
theft of property; Hwy. 31
theft of property; Hwy. 278 W
domestic violence; CR 1422
criminal...
PREP FOOTBALL: Warriors taking things one game at a time in 2019
WEST POINT, Ala. -- After getting off to a fast start in 2018 and winning their first two games, the West Point Warriors dropped their next seven before capping off the year with a 55-14 win over Cordova. With last season behind them, head...
PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies ready to kick things off, get back to postseason in 2019
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- After turning around a slow start to the 2018 season and winning three of their last four, the Fairview Aggies built some momentum going into the offseason and now they’re ready to ride that wave into this fall. Head Coach George...
Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely indicted on theft and ethics charges
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Attorney Gen. Steve Marshall announced the indictment* and arrest of Michael Anthony Blakely, the sheriff of Limestone County, on 13 counts of theft and ethics charges. Blakely, 68, surrendered to authorities and was later released on $49,000 bond.
The indictment includes 13...
Gudger honored as ‘Hometown Hero’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman was honored Wednesday at the Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association luncheon at Terri Pines with The Hometown Hero Award from the Alabama League of Municipalities.
“Thank you to the League, the mayors and especially to all the...
Organizers getting the word out early for Veterans Day Celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. - Col. Ken Brown from Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2214 spoke Wednesday afternoon at the Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association luncheon at Terri Pines. Several area mayors, along with Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, were in attendance as Brown...
2 charged in death of Hanceville woman in Dec. 2018 crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two people were arrested Wednesday in connection with the Dec. 10, 2018 crash that took the life of April Dawn Landinger, 30, of Hanceville. Terry Autwell, 28, also of Hanceville, was charged with criminally negligent homicide and failure to the yield...
Obituary: George Alfred Laux
Mr. George Alfred Laux of Cullman, Alabama passed away Aug. 20, 2019.
He was born Dec. 24, 1932 to Mathias and Elizabeth Laux.
His wife, Dorothy Louise Laux, preceded him in death along with their daughter Carolyn Laux, and parents.
He leaves to cherish his memory his...
Obituary: Deborah Rene Myrick
Funeral services for Deborah Rene Myrick, 61, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with interment in Duck River Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Myrick passed away Aug. 20, 2019...
PREP FOOTBALL: 4 teams kick off regular season Friday, Vinemont hosting jamboree
High school football season will kick off Thursday
night with several local matchups but there are even more games to gear up for
the following night. Good Hope, Holly Pond, Hanceville, Addison and Vinemont
will be in action Friday night but only four of them are getting...
Obituary: Jonathan Patrick McKoy
Celebration of Life services for Jonathan Patrick McKoy, 45, of Cullman, will be from 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019 at Stone Bridge Farms.
Mr. McKoy passed away Friday, Aug. 16, 2019 at his residence. He was born Aug. 19, 1973 to Jim and Patricia...
Obituary: Gary Allan Miller
Memorial services for Gary Allan Miller, 78, of Falkville, will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Miller passed away Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2019 at Princeton Hospital. He was born...
Obituary: Iracely Morales
Graveside services for Iracely Morales, 62, of Falkville, will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 26, 2019 at Antioch Baptist Cemetery with interment immediately following.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ms. Morales passed away Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019 at her residence. She...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville’s Kelly Pickett commits to Shorter University
HANCEVILLE, Ala.
-- Hanceville's play-making point guard Kelly Pickett announced Tuesday that
she has committed to go play for head coach Jared Hughes and Shorter
University, a Christian school, in Rome, Georgia. In her three years with the
Lady Bulldogs, Pickett has won numerous awards and eclipsed the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Tigers working to get back to postseason in 2019
ARLEY, Ala. -- The Tigers graduated a large class of players in May and as a result, head coach David Norwood and his staff have a lot of bodies to replace on the field this fall. Norwood is happy with how his team has...
(Updated) 2 charged with criminally negligent homicide in boating death of Kelsey Starling
Updated 8-22-19 at 8:56 a.m.
WINSTON COUNTY, Ala. – Two people were arrested Wednesday, charged with criminally negligent homicide related to the death of Kelsey Starling, 26, of Troy. Starling was killed in a two-boat crash in the Rock Creek area of Smith Lake the...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Wallace State volleyball ranked 16th in NJCAA Division I preseason poll
HANCEVILLE, ALA. -- Wallace State’s volleyball team is ranked 16th in the NJCAA Division I preseason poll. The Lions open the season on Thursday at Cleveland State, ultimately seeking their 11th consecutive conference championship under coach Randy Daniel.
Returning sophomores for the Lions this...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 21, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 21, 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 DepartmentIncidentsAug. 19
third-degree criminal trespassing; person; 2nd Way NE
third-degree...
‘Back into the hands of the citizens of Garden City’
GARDEN CITY, Ala. - The Town of Garden City on Monday night expressed its support for a special gift from the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE). CCBOE Representative Kenny Brockman approached the council, offering the Garden City Elementary School building and property to...
Obituary: Ethelene Normand
Funeral services for Ethelene Normand, 99, of Cullman will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019 at Bethlehem East Church. Interment will follow at Pawnee Cemetery at noon. The family will receive friends for a visitation from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21 at Hanceville...
Obituary: Marty Allen Cleghorn
Marty Allen Cleghorn of Arley passed from this life Aug. 20, 2019 at the age of 56. Marty was born July 15, 1963 to Alton and Bonnie Cleghorn.
Visitation will be Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019 from 1-3 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Addison, where...
Obituary: Ronnie Leon Kuykendall
Memorial service details for Mr. Ronnie Leon Kuykendall, 70, of Danville, Kentucky are incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Kuykendall passed away Aug. 20, 2019. He was born July 7, 1949 to Jerry Leon and Hazel Evelyn Estridge...
Obituary: Harold Eugene Chandler
Private memorial services will be held at a later date for Harold Eugene Chandler, 83, of Vinemont.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Chandler passed away Aug. 19, 2019 at his residence. He was born Aug. 10, 1936.
Friends may sign the online...
Obituary: Shelby Parris
Shelby Jean Reaid Parris of Cullman passed away Aug. 20, 2019 at the age of 73.
She was born in Cullman on Aug. 30, 1945 to Alfred Frank and Glen Dora Leathers Reaid.
Funeral services are Friday, Aug. 23, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Simcoe Baptist Church...
PREP FOOTBALL: 3rd annual Brandin’ Iron Bowl headlines Thursday slate of opening games
Several teams will open the 2019 football season on
Thursday night, including a pair of matchups between local squads. The West
Point Warriors will travel to Fairview for the third annual Brandin Iron Bowl,
Meek will host the Cold Springs Eagles and the Cullman Bearcats will be...
PREP FOOTBALL: Eagles looking to correct mistakes, make playoff push in 2019
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Head coach Stephen Robinson is entering his third season with the Eagles and in that time, he’s established strong relationships with his players, and he believes that will help their chemistry this upcoming season.
“I just love these guys. These guys...
Smith named Cullman Chamber interim president
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center announced Tuesday that Peggy Smith has been named the Chamber’s interim president. The Chamber’s Board of Directors approved the decision Tuesday at its regular monthly meeting.
“On behalf of the Board of Directors...
Jasper man arrested in connection with Cullman theft case
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on Monday arrested Bryon Kyle Hudson, 46, of Jasper in connection in connection with a theft at a local business. At the time of the arrest, Hudson allegedly had methamphetamine and heron in his possession.
Hudson’s...
Getting married in Alabama? Changes you need to know
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Effective Aug. 29, 2019, the process for entering into a legal marriage in Alabama will change. Under Alabama Act 2019-340, persons wanting to marry will no longer file an application for a marriage license with their county probate court, and the...
PREP FOOTBALL: New and old faces ready to step up for Broncos in 2019
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Broncos are coming off their third consecutive trip to the postseason this fall, but they’ll be looking to replace seniors in the backfield, the line of scrimmage, linebacking corps and everywhere in between.
Holly Pond Head Coach...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 20, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 20, 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 DepartmentIncidentsAug. 15
third-degree burglary, first-degree theft of property; person;...
Pet of the Week: Satisfy your sweet tooth with Fudge Swirl!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter Volunteer Donna Ruttkay shared Monday that the last Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, Spencer, has been adopted. Here, she introduces us to a new canine friend:
Fudge Swirl is a serious eye catcher with her dramatic brindle...
Latest health department scores
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the latest health scores reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) for food establishments in Cullman County.
Establishment Name: BRUSHY POND SENIOR CENTER
Address: 2729 Co Rd 143
City: BREMEN
Zip Code: 35033-
Score: 96
Smoke Free: Yes
Inspection date: 7/8/2019
Establishment Name: DEVIL DAWGS...
Cullman County’s Raegan Lindsey receives 4-H Foundation scholarship
AUBURN, Ala. – The Alabama 4-H Foundation recently awarded 35 scholarships to 4-H high school seniors. Scholarships for $1,000 were presented at a recognition and awards program following 4-H Competitive Events Day at the Alabama 4-H Center in Columbiana.
The scholarships can be used for any post-secondary...
“Sassy at 60 Plus!” Colony fashion show to benefit community senior center
COLONY, Ala. - This Saturday evening, Aug. 24, the town of Colony will be celebrating its seniors and helping them out a little with “Sassy Senior at 60 Plus,” a senior fashion show at the Colony Educational Complex.
According to Councilwoman Ethel Alexander, the fundraiser...
BFFs breaking the ‘rules:’ Cross-county friendship defies historical rivalry
CULLMAN, Ala. - In today’s world of social media bickering and political divisiveness, many could learn a lesson from two amazing young women from Cullman County. The pair could easily be bitter rivals, but instead, they are best friends and each other’s biggest supporters....
(Update) Cullman man killed in Jones Chapel motorcycle crash
Updated 8-20-19 at 10:25 a.m.
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - A Cullman man was killed as a result of single-vehicle crash Monday afternoon along the 3500 block of County Road 1082.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick identified the victim as Daryl William Brady, 53.
According to Alabama...
Obituary: Estelle Hendrix Price
Estelle Hendrix Price of Cullman, Alabama passed away Aug. 19, 2019.
She was born Jan. 4, 1927 to W. P. and Annie R. Hendrix.
Her husband, Martin C. Price, preceded her in death along with her parents and two brothers, Gordon (Norma) and Cranford (Sadie) Hendrix.
She...
Obituary: Theresa Dale Garner
Theresa Dale Garner, 40, of Arley, entered into rest Friday, Aug. 16, 2019 at Walker Baptist Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.
She was born Oct. 3, 1978 in Tangipahoa Parrish, Louisiana. Theresa, also known as "Tee Tee," attended Chelsea High School and loved...
City school board holds 1st FY2020 budget hearing
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board held its first proposed budget hearing for the upcoming fiscal year Monday, with its regular board meeting following shortly after the hearing. Chief Financial Officer of Cullman City Schools, Russell Raney, gave a presentation to the...
Berlin council plans for big year ahead
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening had an agenda packed with the future of the state’s newest incorporated municipality. During both the work session and meeting, Mayor Patrick Bates and councilmen brainstormed about ideas for the near and long-term future...
West Point talks new website, County Road 1143
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday night continued its discussion about the creation of a new town website.
The council had heard from a couple of site developers prior to Monday night’s meeting, when Larry Riley from {a man...
Garden City votes to enter township deputy contract with CCSO
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Garden City Town Council on Monday night voted to enter into a township deputy contract with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). The council had, in previous months, debated over having the deputy or establishing a police department, but...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 19, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 19, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsAug. 15
trespassing, domestic violence, reckless endangerment; Holly Pond Rd.
burglary; CR 1141
unlawful possession of marijuana;...
Search for Kelsey Starling resumes today on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – The search for Kelsey Starling, 26, of Troy, who has been missing since a boating accident on Smith Lake the night of July 4, 2019, resumes today, according to Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Marine Patrol Commander, Capt. Gary Buchanan.
“Search operations...
Friends ride to remember Wayne Mills
CULLMAN, Ala. - On what would have been Wayne Mills’ 50th birthday, Hawg Engineering hosted the second annual Wayne Mills Memorial Ride Saturday to remember their friend and popular musician. Gary “Sarge” Sargeant, owner of Hawg Engineering and one of Mills’ closest friends, hosts...
Seed saving 101
Bethany A. O’Rear, regional horticulture agent for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System
As our summer vegetable and flower gardens are winding down, why not get a head start for next year? Seed saving is a great way to preserve those hard to find varieties...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Swann
It is with great sadness that the family of Patricia Ann Swann announces her passing Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019 at the age of 56.
She was preceded in death by her parents O’Neal and Sarah Anders Swann and brother Wayne Swann.
She leaves to cherish her...
Historic ships visit north Alabama ports
GUNTERSVILLE, DECATUR, Ala. - It’s a good time to be a maritime history fan in north Alabama, as ports in the region welcome sailing reproductions of two of the ships of Christopher Columbus and an original World War II Naval vessel that participated in...
Obituary: Brian Hays Abbott
Memorial services for Mr. Brian Hays Abbott, 57, of Holly Pond are incomplete at this time.
Brian was born March 25, 1962 and passed away at his home Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019.
Obituary: Bobbie Nell Willis
Interment for Mrs. Bobbie Nell Willis, 85, of Trimble, will be held at Meadowlawn Memorial Park in Enterprise, Alabama.
Mrs. Willis passed away Friday, August 16, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born Nov. 25, 1933. She is preceded in death by her...
Obituary: Dixie White Thomas
Dixie White Thomas of Hoover passed away Aug. 16, 2019 at the age of 82.
She was born Dec. 20, 1936 to L.C. and Tempie V. Powell White.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Joseph Lamar Thomas, Sr. and son Joseph Lamar Thomas,...
Obituary: Michael E. Bryant
Hanceville Funeral Home announces the death of Michael E. Bryant, 48, of Garden City. Services will be announced at a later date.
A guide to 2020 Census
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey, U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama and U.S. Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham visited Cullman, addressing a large luncheon crowd at Cullman Regional about the need for an accurate count in the upcoming 2020 census. But...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bulldogs ready to bounce back in McCain’s second season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - With a solid-sized senior class missing from last year’s team, including several that are gearing up to play at the college level, the Hanceville Bulldogs and Head Coach Cody McCain are looking to fill spots all over the field.
“It was...
PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders eyeing another postseason appearance in 2019
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Last year, 2018, was a historic season for Good Hope High School. The Raiders posted a 9-1 record in the regular season and knocked off top-ranked, undefeated Jacksonville at home to advance to the third round of the AHSAA State...
Lightning bugs: summer’s night light
AUBURN, Ala. – Many southerners have fond memories of catching lightning bugs on a summer’s night. The fascination surrounding these insects always invoke curious questions. An Alabama Cooperative Extension System professional provides some of the basic information on lightning bugs.
Lightning bug or firefly?
It is...
A place to call home: Low-cost veteran community coming to Crane Hill
CRANE HILL, Ala. - The Crane Hill community will soon be home to an 11-cottage development for veterans. A groundbreaking ceremony for the new low-cost veteran community took place Friday at the project site along County Road 949.
The development, named Connie’s Cottages, was the...
Hanceville Police K-9 Unit making big impact on drug arrests
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Tribune had the opportunity to sit down Friday afternoon and talk with Hanceville Police Department Sgt. Joshua Howell and his K-9, Tazer. The department’s other K-9, Zero, and his handler, Cpl. Zac Chrietzberg, were not able participate in the interview...
Obituary: Petsey Hope Phillips
It is with great sadness that the family of Petsey Hope Phillips announces her passing on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019 at the age of 85.
Petsey loved working in her flower garden and especially loved her day lilies. She was an exceptional seamstress in her...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats gearing up for new year with new coach
CULLMAN, Ala. - With more than a dozen seniors missing from last year’s roster, several of whom were impact players on both sides of the ball, one of the biggest challenges for new Bearcat Coach Oscar Glasscock and his staff going into the year...
Cullman’s Glasscock speaks at chamber community luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. –
With football season less than a week away, the Cullman Area Chamber of
Commerce decided to invite the newest local coach to speak at this month’s
community luncheon. Cullman High School Head Football Coach Oscar Glasscock is
entering his first season with the Bearcats and...
‘Sweet Grown Alabama’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Shoppers who want to buy local will soon have a new way to identify products raised in the state, thanks to a new marketing effort called “Sweet Grown Alabama.”
“As I travel across the state, most of the questions I receive from...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison preparing for another postseason run
ADDISON, Ala. --2018 was another great season for the Addison Bulldogs. After advancing to the quarterfinals of last year’s AHSAA Football Playoffs and finishing with two players on the Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA) 2A All-State First Team, expectations are high in Addison. Those...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 16. 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 DepartmentIncidentsAug. 13
third-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157; miscellaneous...
(Update) Cullman man identified as victim in Scenic Drive blaze
Updated 8-16-19 at 8:00 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man died Friday morning in a house fire along the 800 block of Scenic Drive Northeast in the city of Cullman. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick identified the victim as Jonathan Patrick McKoy, 45....
ALEA welcomes 32 new State Troopers
SELMA, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) welcomed 32 new members to its family Thursday, Aug. 15, during Trooper Class 2019-A’s graduation at the agency’s training facility in Selma.
Prior to administering the oath of office, Alabama’s Secretary of Law Enforcement Hal Taylor...
Alabama sets new record low unemployment rate at 3.3%; Cullman’s rate falls to 2.6%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama set four new economic records in July, Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Friday. July’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is 3.3%, setting a new record low, beating last month’s previous record low of 3.5%. July’s rate represents 2,171,721 employed people,...
Gudger, Harbison field questions at Community Forum in Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope and Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman came to Good Hope to meet with constituents and local officials Thursday night for a community forum sponsored by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce.
Questions and comments from the crowd...
The Shaddix Company breaks ground on new location in Vinemont
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – A groundbreaking ceremony Thursday morning celebrated the family-owned The Shaddix Company’s upcoming move from Cullman to the town of South Vinemont. The company’s new home will be on approximately 22 acres adjacent to the Vinemont’s sports complex on Park Drive....
River Valley Ingredients senior vice president issues statement on June 6 spill
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tyson Foods subsidiary River Valley Ingredients recently took another step in responding to the spill that occurred at its Hanceville plant earlier this summer. On Thursday, June 6 approximately 220,000 gallons of wastewater were spilled from the plant in Hanceville into...
Obituary: Edward Earl Malone
Graveside services for Edward Earl Malone, 78, of Muscle Shoals will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019 at Jones Chapel Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Malone passed away Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019 at Glenwood Center in Florence, AL....
Obituary: Jerell Denton Box
Jerell Denton Box, 81, of Addison passed away Aug. 15, 2019 at his home.
Jerell was born March 16, 1938 in Lawrence County, TN. He loved his dogs, horses, mules, gardening and watching his many hummingbirds.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019...
Obituary: Gary Wayne Lester
Gary Wayne Lester, 65, of Double Springs entered into rest Aug. 13, 2019 at his residence.
Gary was born Dec. 2, 1953, in Hodges, Alabama. He was an avid Alabama and Winston County High School football fan, and he enjoyed hunting. He was devoted to...
CHS Alumni Soccer, Baseball Games coming up this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala.
– Football season is on everyone’s mind right now but there will be a couple of
special events involving some other sports going on this weekend before local
teams hit the gridiron. This year’s Cullman High School Alumni Soccer Game will
be Saturday, August 17th at...
Keep on movin’ at the Donald E. Green Senior Center
CULLMAN, Ala. - Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, a wonderful group of ladies meets at the Donald E. Green Senior Center ready for dance classes, but what the women get out of it is much more than just learning a few new dance moves....
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 15, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 15, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsAug. 12
unlawful possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, illegal possession of...
Hwy. 69/Wesley Ave. getting a red light
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman and Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview confirmed Thursday that Gov. Kay Ivey has approved a project for improvements, including adding traffic signals, to the intersection of Alabama Highway 69 and Wesley Avenue at Fairview near The Hutch Restaurant....
(Update) City dams Ryan Creek in Carroll Acres following fire at Professional Coatings
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman has dammed Ryan Creek in the Carroll Acres subdivision following an early Thursday morning fire at Professional Coatings, which led to less than 1,000 gallons of chemicals used in the manufacturing of stain being spilled into the...
‘Vitally important’: Gov. Ivey, U.S. Census Director visit Cullman to promote 2020 population count
"Folks, if we turn out at the rate we did in 2000, we will lose two congressional seats. If we turn out to the rate we had in 2010, we’ll lose one. My goal for this census is to reach at least 80%...
Fire severely damages building at Professional Coatings in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Around 3:40 a.m. Thursday, Cullman Fire Rescue, supported by the Vinemont-Providence Volunteer Fire Department, Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman EMS, responded to a fire at Professional Coatings, 1807 Third Ave. SE (Old Hanceville Highway) in south Cullman....
Obituary: Isaiah Estes Livingston
Visitation for Mr. Isaiah Estes Livingston, 99, of Gordo will be Thursday evening at Cullman Funeral Home, 461 U.S. Hwy. 278 E, Cullman, AL 35055 from 6-8 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Livingston passed away Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019. He...
Obituary: Lee Mark Patterson
Lee Mark Patterson, 79, of Addison, entered into rest Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Lee was born April 8, 1940 in Jasper, Alabama. He was a member of Houston Congregational Christian Church for five years. Lee graduated from...
Obituary: Callene Noblett
Callene Noblett, 83, of Double Springs passed away Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Callene was born Nov. 10, 1935. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Double Springs, and also a member of Mount Carmel Baptist Church. She graduated...
Gastric sleeve weight loss surgery now offered at Cullman Regional
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional is offering laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy surgery. This operation, also known as the gastric sleeve procedure, is a minimally invasive surgical option for severely obese patients, or obese patients who have obesity-related health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure...
