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WEST POINT, Ala. - Renovation Church hosted a fun-filled community fellowship event after its church service on Sunday, April 7. The non-denominational congregation came together to feed and entertain attendees at its first Spring Fling. “The Spring Fling was an event designed to give our...

Mr. Herring passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024, at his residence. He was born Wednesday, September 12, 1979, to Russell Keith Herring and Sharon Annette Adams.  He was preceded in death by his grandfather, J.B. Smith; great grandfathers, Roy W. Walker and John Smith;...

CULLMAN, Ala. - It was a night straight out of the heart of Mobile, with sparkling greens, gilded golds and shimmering purples at Flourish of Cullman’s annual fundraising banquet, this year with a Mardi Gras theme. The event, complete with bingo and a silent...

Lindan Jerome “L.J.” Hill, 47, died unexpectedly at his home in Bremen, Alabama. Cause of death was due to underlying heart conditions. He is son of Lindan B. and Constance H. Hill, who survive. L.J. is survived also by a sister, Michelle Mayle (Dayton),...

James “Kenneth” Neal, Sr. of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 89. He was born in Cullman to Earnest R. Neal and Gracie Nix Neal. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dot Neal; daughter, Melissa...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  April 4  possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1668  possession of drug paraphernalia; CR...

CULLMAN, Ala. - In honor of “Encourage a Young Writer Day,” the main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) will be home to an interesting new offering for young adults and teens. Local author Dorenda Doyle will host a Young Writers...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first April meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and they took the next step in their wastewater treatment plant expansion project. Bids for the project were received and opened on April 4...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s first luxury boutique hotel will be open its doors to the public Saturday, May 4, 2024.  The Flying Fifty Hotel is preparing to welcome its first guests as it pays homage to Cullman's visionary leaders of the 1950s, offering a luxurious...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – Local nonprofit Chainbreaker’s Ministries on Saturday, April 6, cut the ribbon and welcomed visitors to the grand opening of the Frierson House addiction recovery/transition center in Holly Pond. Founders/Directors Doug and Cassandra Canter introduced volunteers and the men living there,...

West Point 5 - Fairview 4 (Softball) A solo home run off the bat of Brinlee Phillips gave West Point an early 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first. Fairview tied the game up at one in the top of the second on a...

FALKVILLE, Ala. - Heritage Homestead will host an Intro to Canning class on Tuesday, April 9, at the home of Joanna McConnell, located at 558 Hills Chapel Road in Falkville. Scheduled from 6-8:30 p.m. to accommodate working families, this class promises to be a...

Funeral service for Stephen Paul Barnett, age 66, of Cullman, is Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 10, 2024 from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home...

Graveside service for Janice Carrine Gulledge, age 89, of Altoona, is Friday April 12, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Simcoe. Bro. Chris Kitchens will be officiating.    Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Janice was born February 8, 1935...

Funeral Service for Iris Bernice Carter, age 87 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rodney Thompson officiating; burial at New Hope #2. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. on Thursday,...

Edna Jane Hedges, age 97, of Haleyville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Edna was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on June 22, 1926 to George D. and Maurine Deakins McIsaac. She is preceded in death by her husband: Robert H. Hedges.  Mrs. Hedges...

Funeral service for Margaret Odine Laney, age 97, of Cullman, is Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Mrs. Laney will lie in state Thursday from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Visitation will be held...

CULLMAN, Ala. -- A single-vehicle crash on County Road 813 in the Trimble area at approximately 9:20 a.m. Monday morning claimed the life of a Cullman man. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed James Kenneth Neal Sr. (89) of Cullman to be the victim. The...

James Martin Copeland, of Holly Pond, Alabama, entered into the presence of our Lord on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the age of 82. Mr. Copeland was born in Sipsy, Alabama, on July 2, 1941, to the late Henry Pleasant and Mozelle Cook Copeland.  James...

Arrangements for Mable C. Lolley, age 84, of Decatur, are incomplete, at this time.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Mable was born July 3, 1939 to Emory W. Lane and Lena Pearl Coleman Lane.  She passed from this life April 7, 2024,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 8, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  No incidents reported.  Arrests  April 4 – April 7  Bartlett, Christy L. J.; 48  possession of marijuana-2nd degree  Brock, Leasa...

Shirley D. Hooper, age 83, of Falkville, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Woodland Village Health Care. She was born Thursday, April 3, 1941 to William Blake Moore and Viva Lou Moore.  She was preceded in death by her parents.  Survivors include her children,...

AUBURN, Ala. – Nicknamed "Captain Crunch" for his rugged tackling, former Auburn linebacker Mike Kolen passed away Wednesday at the age of 76. A 1985 Alabama Sports Hall of Fame inductee, Kolen led Auburn in tackles in 16 of the 25 games he started from...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Kay Ivey recently awarded more than $791,000 in grants to improve public safety in 12 municipalities and seven counties. Local law enforcement agencies receiving funds include the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (via the Cullman County Commission) and Hanceville Police Department...

Funeral Service for Martha Ann Smith, age 77, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with burial at Emeus Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024...

Charles Ray Johnson, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on April 6, 2024, at the age of 59. Mr. Johnson was born to Charles Edgar and Jettie Corbin Johnson on June 15, 1964, in Blount County, Alabama.  Charles was employed by Golden Rod Broilers, Inc. where...

Smoke billows into the sky, visible to nearby residents and motorists as a sign that something is burning in the Alabama forest.  It’s a prescribed fire at Oak Mountain State Park, which sometimes causes alarm because the smoke can be seen from Interstate 65 or...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools is gearing up for kindergarten registration for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Families interested in enrolling their children can now pre-register online at www.ccboe.org/k where a step-by-step guide has been provided. In-person registration will be available from 8:30...

From the files of 1955 Fred Harbison won the Grand Championship at the Beef Show with a shorthorn steer. Mary Wood won Reserve Champion with a Hereford steer. Don Morgan, nine year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Morgan, won the Cub Scout Soap Box...

A celebration of Life gathering for Kerry L. Scott, 58, of Cordova, Alabama will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Mr. Scott was born on March 26, 1966 in Chicago, IL and passed away...

Women in Diesel Meet and Greet When: April 11Time: 5 to 7 p.m.Where: WSCC Diesel Technology  BuildingRegister: www.wallacestate.edu/womenindieselinfo  HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Wallace State Community College’s Diesel Technology program is hosting a Women in Diesel Meet and Greet on Thursday, April 11, aimed at women interested in...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) supports 19 nonprofit partner agencies. It is currently seeking volunteers for its Allocation Committee. Executive Director Stephanie Childers explained, “At United Way of Cullman County, we have a yearly allocations process where community volunteers come...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Local pregnancy resource center First Source for Women held its annual banquet fundraiser Thursday, April 4, at Loft 212.   Executive Director Janet Davis and Board President Julia Rushing both spoke to the night’s attendees, sharing their own anecdotes and stories they’ve...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The City of Hanceville invites residents to participate in the 2024 Spring Clean-up, with citywide yard sales April 19-20, followed by a free landfill pickup week April 22-25. Yard sales: April 19-20 Kickstarting the event, residents can hold yard sales, no permit required,...

WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point High School (WPHS) Scholars Bowl team has been on a white-hot streak in the quiz world, winning match after match. The students are making a name for themselves in the circuit of the smarts, as a whole...

Arrangements for Judy Tanksley, age 64, of Cullman, are incomplete, at this time.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Judy was born November 14, 1959 to Edsel Sparks and Minnie Marie Oden Sparks. She passed from this life April 4, 2024 at her...

Funeral Service for Florence Joann Ivey, age 88 of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Danny Garrison officiating; burial at Cook Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1p.m.to 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, 2024...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 5, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  No incidents or arrests reported.  Cullman Police Department  Incidents   April 3  criminal trespass-2nd degree; Wal-Mart; Olive St. SW  April 4  Harassment-doxing;...

CULLMAN, Ala—On Monday, April 1, WellStone, one of Cullman County’s mental health resource centers, unveiled its newly completed expansion and renovation project, which added additional office spaces and patient care rooms. A new entrance was fitted to the building, showcasing a grand atrium to...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College announces it will hold Admission Workshops on Saturday, April 6, and Saturday, May 18, for anyone seeking assistance with filling out their application for admission to the college. The workshops will be held from 10 a.m.- 2...

HOLLY POND, Ala. — The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday passed a resolution proclaiming April Civitan Awareness Month in the town. “As always, we really appreciate the Civitan Club in this community because they do so much for the community,” said Mayor Carla Hart,...

Pamela Whaley Hagan, age 65, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024.  No services are scheduled at this time. 

Robert 'Bobby 'Gene Blevins, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024.  A memorial service will be held at the St. Bernard Abbey Columbarium  at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11.  A reception will follow from 3-5 p.m. at the All Steak Restaurant. Surrounded by loving family and friends, Bob Blevins passed away  peacefully at his home in Cullman, Alabama where he resided for over 60  years.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.  Bob was born  in Cullman, Alabama on December 17, 1937.  He was a young 86 year  old.  He is survived by his son Robert Blevins and wife Cindy, daughter  Candice Blevins, grandsons Travis Blevins, Taylor Blevins, Alexander  Shoaff, Aidan Shoaff and nephew Xavier Flores.  Bob was preceded in  death by his loving wife Arabella Blevins and his ten brothers and sisters.  Bob was a very proud Marine and while stationed in Padre Island, Texas  he met the love of his life, Arabella Tamez. They were married for 62  years. Bob was very artistic and athletic. He was an excellent golfer and  an enthusiastic follower of all sports, especially the University of  Alabama athletics and Crimson Tide football. Most of all, he loved his  lake home at Smith Lake.  He was an experienced and passionate  fisherman. There were never any bad days at the lake for he and Arabella.    Professionally, Bob was a barber for over 60 years and practiced his trade  in Birmingham, Alabama. Blevins Barber Shop in downtown  Birmingham was the town hall for gossip, sports and politics.  He used to  say “I’m driving everyday to be with my friends”. It was not work in his  mind. Bob will be missed by all and especially his family.  The family would sincerely like to thank the caregivers that shared their  kindness and assistance to both Bob and Arabella over the years. Heart  felt thanks to Sheila S., Shelia G., Robyn, Barbara, Christy, Nicole,  Kenneth, Mary, Shanna, Patsy, and Crystal.   In lieu of flowers, the family requests  that contributions be made to St. Bernard Preparatory School located at  1600 St. Bernard Drive, SE in Cullman, Alabama 35055.   Please visit mossservicefh.com to leave condolences for the family.   Moss Service Funeral Home Directing.   

Funeral Service for Earlene Simmons, age 81 of Cullman, will be at noon on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Seventh Street Baptist Church, with Parker Allen and Rev. Delbert Freeman officiating; burial at Emeus Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park, with its expansive lake, acres of trees, wildflower and butterfly trail and arboretum, is a destination for nature lovers and conservation enthusiasts. Fans of the park can now add one more reason to visit: Sportsman Lake Park was...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School this week received a grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to support its Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs. The grant will support a robotics program for young learners in Cullman City Schools.The school received...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 4, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  April 1  trafficking drugs; possession of dangerous drugs; possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy....

VFW honors local Vietnam veterans on National Vietnam War Veterans Day CULLMAN, Ala. - On March 29 each year, members of Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214, along with their families and friends, gather at Cullman Veterans Memorial Park to pay tribute to those...

CULLMAN, Ala. – On April 9, 2024, Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church will celebrate 150 years of ministry to Cullman and its surrounding community. Planned festivities between now and October begin with participation in the Cullman County Museum’s April Walking Tours and a...

HOLLY POND, Ala. — The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday, April 1, tabled a request from Jared Ibrahim, owner of BNF Metals, to modify the Town ordinance that governs activities at his scrapyard on the east side of Holly Pond on U.S. Highway...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday presented $5,000 checks to each of the town’s schools: to Holly Pond High School Principal Dr. Nate Ayers, and to Holly Pond K-8 Principal Karen Sparks. The presentation was made at a council...

Dr. Martin Bruce Harbison, age 84, of Cullman, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 31, 2024 in Birmingham surrounded by his family.  Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. in the morning on Friday, April 5, 2024 at Moss Service Funeral Home Chapel with...

Betty Jean Wamp Holt, 89, passed away peacefully April 2, 2024. She was born May 5, 1934 in Cullman, Alabama. Jean graduated from Cullman High School in 1952, and Birmingham Southern in 1956 with a degree in Education and later received a Masters in...

Updated April 4, 2024, at 10:24 p.m. Graveside service for Loretta Young, age 75, of Good Hope, is Sunday, April 7, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Good Hope Cemetery, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be at Cullman Funeral Home on Sunday from noon-1:30...

Funeral services for Cody Lowell Self (SPC) will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 5th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Shelton Grove Cemetery with military honors.  Visitation will be Thursday, April 4th from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  No incidents or arrests reported.  Cullman Police Department  Incidents   April 1  theft of property-3rd degree; person; cash  theft of property-3rd...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Northbrook Baptist Church is hosting an event aimed at married and engaged couples who seek to grow their relationship with each other and experience spiritual oneness with Christ. The “Make Us One” gathering will take place on Wednesday, April 3, at...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) held a special-called meeting on Monday, April 1. The purpose was to address two changes to current work orders for two Cullman County Schools and the approval of a bid for re-roofing projects at...

Teresa Dale Burrow Solley, known to most since childhood as “Cookie,” was welcomed into heaven on Monday evening, April 1, 2024, at the age of 63. Teresa was born in Cullman County, Alabama, to Bobby Ray Burrow and Betty Ann Quick Burrow Cherry. Ms. Solley...

Gorden Lee Boylen, age 78, of Cullman, passed from this life on April 2, at his home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Limuel Boylen and Catherine Brown Boylen; brother, Richard Boylen; sister, Betty Mick. He is survived...

Johnny Gary Camp, age 74, of Cullman, He passed away on April 1, at his home. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.  Mr. Camp is preceded in death by his parents, John Camp and Elma Reid Camp.  He is survived by his wife, Estelita Camp; daughter,...

Walter Lynn Garrett, 75, of Pulaski, TN died March 21, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, TN. A native of Holly Pond, Mr. Garrett was born Dec. 5, 1948.  He was a 1967 graduate of Holly Pond High School, and a 43-year employee...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 2, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  No incidents or arrests reported.  Cullman Police Department  Incidents   April 1  duty upon striking unattended vehicle; person; damage to...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Locally owned Dixie Duds and Decor celebrated a grand re-opening with a ribbon cutting Friday morning, March 29, with the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce.  Owner Melia Martinez Mead shared a heartfelt thank you with the community for supporting her store over...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park held its annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 30. It was a beautiful morning at the park with lots of activities for the whole family to enjoy.  Tracy’s Balloon’s had a booth set up for families to purchase...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Monday night was a special one at Field of Miracles as a crowd of players and supporters gathered at the facility to celebrate the opening night of the season on the newly installed turf. The project to resurface the field began...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has provided a list of available storm shelters for inclement weather. If you are not in a substantial structure, please go to a shelter. For the safety of shelter occupants, especially small children, please do...

Updated Tuesday, April 2, at 11:58 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:34 p.m. Monday, April 1, claimed the life of a Bremen man. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Cody L. Self, 33. Troopers said Self was fatally...

CULLMAN, Ala - Pasquale’s Pizza has been a staple in the Cullman community since the 1960s when local couple Phillip and Donna Nunnelley brought the pizza franchise to Cullman. After many decades and memories, when the couple was looking to retire and sell the...

CULLMAN, Ala. -  One person was injured in a golf cart crash on Sunday, March 31, on Seven Bark Drive Northwest in the Terri Pines neighborhood. According to the Cullman Police Department, the crash happened around 3:09 p.m. “A passenger, later identified as Hunter Bright, 19 years...

Mary Beverly Allred, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024.  No services are scheduled at this time. 

Funeral services for Gary Twilley, of Cullman will be 2:00 Thursday April 4, 2024. 

Funeral services for Larry Wayne Bromblow, 59, of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday April 3rd at Ole Time Way Church. Burial will follow the service at Mt. Zion Nazarene Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday April 2nd from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Ole...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 1, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  March 27  domestic violence; CR 1025  harassment; CR 747  harassment; CR 1715  violation of protection order; Corley St.  domestic violence;...

Funeral service for Dorotha “Dot” Rodgers, age 91, of Cullman, is Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Etsel Riddle and Pastor Stephen Stringer officiating. Visitation will be held before the service from noon to 2 p.m....

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Faculty and staff of Wallace State Community College recently met with industry partners and Society for Manufacturing Engineers (SME) staff to start a three-year project aimed at increasing the manufacturing workforce in the United States. SME is a national nonprofit committed to...

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The 2024 Alabama Golden Flake A-Day Game will be played on Saturday, April 13 at 3 p.m. CT in Bryant-Denny Stadium and will include a full day of activities and experiences. The A-Day Game will serve as the 15th and final practice of the...

Important Note: You MUST initially register at the school in which you are zoned. A school zone transfer request form will be made available on this website beginning June 1, 2024. Step 1 (Form): Fill out the following form, once for each child you are...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announced recently it has earned the 2024-2025 Military Friendly School designation. Institutions earning the Military Friendly School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2024-2025...

Lace up your hiking boots and get ready to join the naturalists and volunteers from the foothills of the Appalachians, along the Tennessee River Valley to the shores of the Gulf of Mexico for the “Hike 24 in 24 Alabama” initiative from the Alabama...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) will host the Storybook Sprint 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run Saturday, April 27, at 8 a.m. This unique, family friendly event promises outdoor fitness and to bring books to life. The...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative is gearing up to host a Solar Eclipse Viewing Party on Monday, April 8, from noon-3:30 p.m., inviting the community to witness this rare astronomical event. The Co-op aims to replicate the success of the 2017 viewing party,...

CULLMAN, Ala. -  The 40th annual Bloomin’ Festival will take place April 20-21, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day on the grounds of St. Bernard Preparatory School. The event is one of the school’s main fundraisers, and draws thousands each year. Admission is a...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Captain Ricky Blackwood joined law enforcement in 1988 as a Reserve Deputy for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office. March 31, 2024, will mark his retirement. In 1991, Blackwood went full-time with the sheriff’s office and that’s where he has remained and rose through...

Updated March 30, 2024, at 11:12 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 1:57 p.m. Friday, March 29, resulted in one fatality. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as Brenton J. Weaver, 42, of Naples, Florida. According to Alabama State...

CULLMAN, Ala. - On Thursday, March 28, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs, Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer, other community officials and members of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce gathered at the new Cobblestone Hotel and Suites to officially cut the ribbon and...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Displayed on the first floor of the Cullman County Courthouse are six shiny plaques. They honor the first six inductees of the  Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame (VHF). The inaugural class was inducted last October, and includes Technical Sergeant (ret.) Jerry...

A celebration of life for Ronnie J. Murray, 77, of Hanceville will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 1st at Center Hill Baptist Church.  Visitation will be Sunday, March 31st from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.  Mr. Murray was born November...

Funeral Service for Cameron Shane Adams, age 30 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 1, 2024 at Gethsemane Baptist Church with Kent McClendon officiating; burial at Gethsemane Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. on Monday, April 1,...

Geraldine Marie Rodriguez Nelson, age 87, born in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 25, 1936 and resided in Cullman, Alabama, passed from this life on March 28, 2024. There are no services scheduled at this time.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Mrs. Nelson...

Funeral service for Janelle Champion Cross, age 69, of Cullman, is Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held the night before on Friday, April 5, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the funeral...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 29, 2024. 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   March 27  robbery; person; Hwy. 157  March 28  theft of property-3rd degree;...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week is fit for the adventures of a lifetime. Gulliver, the Gully Dog, is a tan and black-coated 4-year-old blend of hound and shepherd. He thrives when given a family to cherish, protect and spend...

CULLMAN, Ala. –  Spring is here, and with it, the return to local waters for many. Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry shared water safety tips for those hitting the lake: Be safety conscious. Situational awareness should not stop on the land.  Be aware of potential dangers...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 28, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents March 25 possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 278E criminal mischief; CR 1435 theft of property; CR 541 permitting dogs...

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Tucker Gambrill of Cullman is serving as an ambassador for The University of Alabama Culverhouse College of Business. The Culverhouse Ambassadors are the official student representatives, tour guides and recruitment agents for the Culverhouse College of Business. Up to 20 members join...

Eva, Ala. - On March 23, the 3Sixty Jeep Club transformed Shorty Ryan Park in Eva, Alabama, into a vibrant playground for the eagerly awaited Easter Duck Hunt. This event, set against the backdrop of a windy, yet beautiful spring day, drew families from...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Since 1987, People Against a Littered State (PALS)  and its local chapters have been banding together to clean up litter from roadways, parks and other public areas across the state. Fittingly, the group takes charge for one week during April, also...

CULLMAN, Ala. - First Source for Women will hold its annual fundraiser banquet Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. at Loft 212. The theme for the evening is “Invest in the Gift of Life,” as the faith-based resource center is intent on its mission of...

CULLMAN, Ala. -  A high-speed chase involving a suspect’s vehicle, the Cullman Police Department and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday ended with the arrest of Joshua Wayne Burnett, 46, of Jasper. Burnett was the driver of the vehicle.   According to CPD Public Relations...