Obituary: Marie Bethar Dunn
Funeral services for Marie Bethar Dunn, 92, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 8, 2019 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church with Pastor Christopher Clark officiating. Interment will be in Cullman City Cemetery. She will lie-in-state from 10-11 a.m. before the service.
Cullman...
(Updated) Annual City v. County blood drive today
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Cullman City v. Cullman County Blood Drive is today, Friday, June 7 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. This year’s event will honor the memories of Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputies Timmy Puckett and Matt Osborn, Sgt. Arvel Allison and Cullman...
Wacked Out Weiner open for business
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Wacked Out Weiner opened its doors Thursday morning and customers were eager to get a taste. Cullman’s is the 11th store for this popular hot dog franchise. It is located at 1930 Market Platz Ctr. SW, in the same strip...
Rock the South wrap-up: law enforcement and emergency responders
CULLMAN, Ala. - Out front, Rock the South (RTS) was big and flashy, with its share of issues arising from a record crowd and a new location. Behind the scenes, though, it was an often overwhelming task, calling on multiple agencies from all over...
Arrests and incidents reported June 6, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 6, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsJune 4
burglary; CR 1585
criminal mischief; CR 703
burglary; CR 813
violation of a protection order; CR...
Out on bond: What has ‘free bail’ meant for Cullman County?
CULLMAN, Ala. - Since the institution of a federal judge’s injunction against Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry last fall, an injunction which requires him to “release all bail-eligible defendants on unsecured (non-monetary) appearance bonds,” the rate of suspects failing to show up for court...
Summer fun at local libraries
CULLMAN, Ala. - Libraries around Cullman County have special reading programs geared toward kids this summer. Here’s a look at what’s going on around the area.
Cullman County Public Library (200 Clark St. NE, Cullman)
The Cullman County Public Library is hosting different educational programs every week...
Obituary: Tommy Ray Thomas
Graveside services for Tommy Ray Thomas, 59, of Kimberly, Alabama will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 7, 2019 at Garden City Cemetery. There will be a visitation at 6 p.m. Thursday June 6, 2019 at the Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Thomas is survived by his...
Obituary: Gary David Jenkins
Gary David Jenkins, 76, of Hayden, passed away on June 5, 2019. He was born January 20, 1943, in Walker County, to Berry and Nina Christine Daniels Jenkins.
Mr. Jenkins was a retired carpenter. He was a member of Cross Roads Church in Hayden.
Gary is...
Obituary: Girthey Margret Burleson
Girthey Margret Burleson, 88, of Houston, Alabama entered into rest June 4, 2019 at Haleyville Health Care and Rehab Center.
Mrs. Burleson was born July 15, 1930 in Hamilton, Alabama.
Girthey was a member of Grace Baptist Church for 25 years and was an active member...
Retired Addison Police Chief Ellis Donald Baker killed in motorcycle wreck
ADDISON, Ala. - Retired Addison Police Chief Ellis Donald Baker, 63, was killed in a motorcycle wreck in Dunlap, Tennessee Monday, June 3.
According to ABC News Channel 9 in Chattanooga, "A report from Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) says a truck was heading north on...
Obituary: James Orvel Pace, Sr.
James Orvel Pace, Sr., 79, of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Orvel was preceded in death by his father, O.C. Pace; mother, Lois Grantham Pace; daughter, Sherry Ann Pace and brother, Earl Pace.
He leaves to cherish his...
Obituary: Mac Kindree Perrin, Jr.
Mac Kindree Perrin, Jr., 94, of Arab, AL died Sunday, June 2, 2019.
Mac was a Navy veteran of WWII. He was member of Gilliam Springs Baptist Church.
Mac is survived by his wife, Barbara Perrin; daughter, Sandi Mercer; son, Douglas Perrin; sisters: Dorothy True, Ruby...
Pilot Club presents gifts to Grace Place caregivers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Pilot Club of Cullman on Tuesday morning presented gift baskets to the caregivers of Grace Place’s participants, who suffer from mild to moderate memory loss. Internationally and locally, the Pilot Club makes brain safety and health priorities in its service...
Arrests and incidents reported June 5, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 5, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman Sheriff’s Office
No incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
June 1
third-degree criminal trespassing; City of Cullman; CR 436
June 3
second-degree burglary;...
Service details announced for Cullman High student Rosalio Ramirez
CULLMAN, Ala. - Service details have been announced for Rosalio Ramirez, 18. Ramirez was a student at Cullman High School and would have been a senior this fall.
Obituary:
Mass of Christian Burial for Rosalio Ramirez, 18, of Cullman will be on Thursday, June 6, 2019...
Cullman Swim Team starts 2019 season with wins over Albertville, Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala.
– Swimming season is back for the Cullman Swim Team and they kicked things off by
topping Albertville and Decatur at the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center Tuesday
night. The Cullman Swim Team’s next meet will be Thursday when they travel to
Madison. Check below for...
‘How far we’ve come’: Colony summer camp takes fearless approach to community history
COLONY, Ala. - More than once Colony Mayor Donnis Leeth has strapped a long harvesting sack over his shoulder to show kids how to pick cotton, something he actually did when he was their age. He talks while walking back and forth in front...
Obituary: Dillard Crouch
Dillard Crouch, 75, of Remlap, AL, was born April 10, 1944 and passed away June 2, 2019.
He was a member of Welcome Baptist Church and was employed with Warren Manufacturing for 40 plus years.
Preceding him in death were his parents James and Dixie Fendley...
Obituary: Nora Madonna Bright Smith
Nora Madonna Bright Smith, of Oneonta, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at the age of 91.
Madonna was born June 17, 1927 in Portland, IN to Earnest and Ruth Bright.
Madonna was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 55 years, Rev....
Obituary: Rick Rainwater
Rick Rainwater, 65, of Cullman, AL, was born March 24, 1954, in Birmingham, AL and passed away June 1, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Rainwater was a member of the Blountsville Freewill Baptist Church.
Preceding him in death were his parents James Donald and...
Obituary: Ellis “Donald” Baker
Ellis Donald "Chief" Baker, 63, of Addison died on June 3, 2019 in Tennessee.
Donald was born on Sept. 28, 1955 in Cullman. Donald attended Addison High School and went on to become an Addison Police officer where he served as police chief for 29...
Obituary: Donald Ray Peppers
Donald Ray “Don” Peppers, 84, of Arley, passed away Monday, June 3, 2019 at his residence.
He served eight years in the United States Air Force as an Airman and Paratrooper, during which time he completed over 700 jumps. He enjoyed anything related to the...
Obituary: Pauline Lila Morgan Cruce
Pauline Lila Morgan Cruce, of Bremen, passed away June 2, 2019 at the age of 98.
She was born Feb. 19, 1921 to Isaac Marion and Lela Baggett Morgan.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Verlon Thomas Cruce, sisters Stella Waldrip, Dena Morgan,...
Baileyton focusing on community projects
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Community projects were the main topic of discussion Monday night at the Baileyton Town Council meeting. The Town has been asked by Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview and Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman to compile a list of 10 projects the Town would...
Holly Pond talks culverts, town beautification
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The replacement of a culvert on Lick Creek Road was the main topic of conversation at Monday night’s Holly Pond Town Council meeting. Specifically, the payment for the culvert.
In public comments, citizen Charles Holcomb addressed the council on the issue.
Said...
21st annual Antique Tractor and Engine Show this Saturday at WSCC
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Thomas Jefferson wrote, “Agriculture is our wisest pursuit, because it will in the end contribute most to real wealth, good morals, and happiness;” and at the heart of American agriculture for over a century now has been the tractor, a combination...
Byars|Wright to open office in Cullman
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Byars|Wright, a local family-owned and operated independent insurance agency, announces its expansion into Cullman. Trae Norrell, currently a producer within the agency, will lead the new office, located in the historic West Side Furniture Building at 216 Third St. SE.
“Opening an...
Arrests and incidents reported June 4, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 4, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 30
possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 385, CR 813
reckless endangerment; 1st Ave. N Hanceville
theft...
Pet of the Week: Need a sweet treat? Try a Jelly Bean!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter Volunteer Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Jelly Bean is a shepherd/hound mix just younger than a year old. He’s a medium-energy pup who will be active without running you ragged. He’s great on...
Rock the South offering $10K reward in weekend hit and run
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a joint press conference Tuesday morning with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO), Rock the South, through producer Nathan Baugh, announced it is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction...
Rock the South: behind the scenes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South (RTS) cranked up for its eighth year, and its first year in a new location outside the contiguous city limits of Cullman (but annexed into the city) over the weekend. It was a new experience with a whole...
Cullman council gets brief report on Rock the South, approves special event
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday night had a light agenda, compared to recent past controversies over Rock the South (RTS) and rezoning. The council did hear brief reports from Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Brian Bradberry, Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper,...
Obituary: Steven D. Butts
Funeral services for Steven D. Butts, 54, of Hanceville will be Thursday June 6 at 11 a.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home with Reverend Gary Waddell officiating. Steven passed away on June 2, 2019. after a brief illness.
Visitation is Wednesday June 5 from 6 -8...
Obituary: Sherri Nava
Mrs. Sherri Nava, 44, of Cullman passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: Rosalio Ramirez
Mass of Christian Burial for Rosalio Ramirez, 18, of Cullman will be Thursday, June 6, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Visitation is Thursday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the church.
Cullman Funeral Home directing.
Mr. Ramirez passed away Friday, May...
Obituary: Rayburn A. Bradley
Rayburn A. Bradley, 81, of Cullman died Sunday, June 2, 2019.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Robert and Myrtle Bradley and his brothers: Robert Jr., Clifton, Winford, and Athel Bradley.
Rayburn is survived by his wife, Sue Bradley; daughters: Rhonda Dewalt (Gregg) and...
Obituary: Bobby Ray McFearin
Bobby Ray McFearin was born Dec. 3, 1941 and passed away June 2, 2019. Visitation will be Thursday, June 6 from 6-9 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home where a Celebration of Life Funeral Service will take place the next day, Friday June 7,...
Berlin purchasing property in hopes of building town hall
BERLIN, Ala. - At is regular May meeting, the Berlin Town Council voted to enter into a general obligation bond with Citizens Bank and Trust to help finance a property purchase in hopes of eventually building a town hall. Monday night, the council held...
2019 All-County Softball Team honored at Buffalo Wild Wings
CULLMAN, Ala.
– With another season of softball in the books for Cullman County, it’s time to
recognize local standouts for their accomplishments and Buffalo Wild Wings did
just that Monday night. They, along with Cullman County’s seven softball
coaches, helped put together and recognize an all-county softball...
(Update) 4 killed, including 2 children, in wreck near Joppa
JOPPA, Ala. – Four people were killed, including two children, in a two-vehicle wreck near Joppa Monday morning. The incident happened along the 7000 block Alabama Highway 67 at approximately 8:04 a.m.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick and Senior Alabama State Trooper Chuck Daniel...
Cullman Electric Co-op lineman Jeff Osborn receives Alabama’s top honor for community service
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative lineman Jeff Osborn was honored for his community service as part of the state’s official Alabama Lineman Appreciation Day celebration.
Osborn was given the Energy Institute of Alabama’s Outstanding Service Award during a ceremony Monday at Opelika Power Services....
Arrests and incidents reported June 3, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 3, 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. All County offices closed June 3.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 30
third-degree...
Hannah Bates Memorial Buckle Series complete after Sunday’s final barrel race
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Hannah Bates Memorial Buckle Series, hosted by the South Cullman Saddle Club, finished its final barrel race Sunday and Nathan Morrow went home with the 1D and 2D Buckles and the prized saddle. The series was held in memory of...
(Update) 4 dead in wreck near Joppa
LATEST UPDATE: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/06/03/update-4-killed-including-2-children-in-wreck-near-joppa/
Updated 6-3-19 11:21 a.m.
JOPPA, Ala. - Authorities are on the scene of a multiple fatality crash along the 7000 block Alabama Highway 67 near Joppa. Hwy. 67 south of Hwy. 69 is shut down to County Road 1763.
The head-on collision occurred after...
Rock the South hit and run victim identified; RTS will offer reward for information
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday evening, a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle in a hit and run accident along County Road 469 south of the Rock the South venue early Saturday morning was identified by a family member as Cullman resident Rob...
Obituary: Glenda W. Bates
Funeral services for Glenda Bates will be Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Andrew Siegenthaler will be officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Olive Cemetery.
Mrs. Bates passed away on Saturday, June 1. She was born March 18, 1941...
Obituary: Peter Michael Killen
Peter Michael Killen was born March 30, 1958 and passed away June 2, 2019.
Obituary: Ella Odell Elrod
Ella "Odell" Elrod, 93, passed away peacefully in her home in the Walter community surrounded by her family on June 2, 2019.
She was affectionately known as Maw Maw. She was born Jan. 2, 1926 in Blountsville Alabama to Lon and Nancy New. She met...
Obituary: Emmet Wise
Emmet O. Wise, 92, of Holly Pond, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 1, 2019. He was born June 24, 1926 to Luther and Bessie Burnham Wise.
Mr. Wise served his country honorably in the United States Army and...
Rock the South day 2 sees less dust, better traffic
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, Rock the South cranked up for day two, having rethought certain issues from day one including nearly overwhelming traffic flow problems and dusty conditions. Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs donned a safety vest to help direct tanker trucks to spray...
Chicken house destroyed by fire in Simcoe
SIMCOE, Ala. - A fire in Simcoe Saturday destroyed one of two connected chicken houses at Heatherly Poultry Farms.
Co-Owner Stacy Heatherly said the house did not contain any chickens at the time.
By 8 p.m., the fire was under control, and firefighters from...
Obituary: Bobby D. Lowry
Mr. Bobby D. Lowry, 76, of Altoona passed away on Friday, May 31, 2019. No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: Perry Blaine Raines
Memorial services for Perry Blaine Raines will be Monday, June 3, 2019 at 6 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Josh Eddleman and Daryl Bailey officiating.
Mr. Raines passed away May 31, 2019. He was born Oct. 15, 1960 to John and Juaena Perry.
He was...
Obituary: Kathryn Olene Hilton Bailey
Kathryn Olene Hilton Bailey died Friday, May 31, 2019 at her home in Double Springs.
Born to Olin and Kate Burdick Hilton Feb. 16, 1931, Kathryn was a 1948 graduate of Winston County High School. She received her B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1952...
Obituary: Gary Lee Steele
Gary Lee Steele, 58, of Holly Pond, passed away May 31, 2019. He was born July 14, 1960 to Leldon and Gladys Harris Steele, in Cook County, Illinois.
Gary worked for Brinlee Mt. Pools for many years, and he could tell you just about anything...
Pedestrian struck near Rock the South
Updated 6-1-19 7:09 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle very early Saturday morning near Rock the South. The vehicle left the scene of the accident. The victim was airlifted to UAB Hospital in Birmingham.
According to Good Hope Fire and Rescue...
Siran Stacy joins field of players at 2nd annual Crimson Ladies of Cullman charity golf tournament
CULLMAN, Ala. – Thirty-nine golfers made their way to Cross Creek Golf Course Saturday morning for the second annual Crimson Ladies of Cullman Charity Golf Tournament and one of them was former Crimson Tide running back Siran Stacy. Stacy, along with the other players...
Rock the South day 1: big-time stars and big-time traffic
CULLMAN, Ala. - On day one of the 2019 edition of Rock the South (RTS), there were loads of music and lots of opportunities for fun- as fans have come to expect from the massive festival- and new stories to accompany the new venue,...
Smith named community relations manager at Chamber; search on for new president/CEO
CULLMAN, Ala. -The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center announced Friday that Peggy Smith will continue to serve the Chamber in a new consulting role as community relations manager, beginning June 3, 2019.
“We are pleased Peggy has agreed to accept this new...
‘It’s our responsibility to help protect people on the water, as well as land’
LOGAN, Ala. - As the popularity of Smith Lake continues to rise, so do the chances of emergencies on and around the water. Seven fire departments whose service areas include portions of the lake, along with others, have banded together in an effort to...
First Veterans Treatment Court docket day declared success
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Thursday, Cullman County’s brand new Veterans Treatment Court (see www.cullmantribune.com/2019/05/30/cullman-county-veterans-treatment-court-gets-underway-today/) held its first docket day, and presiding Judge Wells “Rusty” Turner declared the opening a success. Three veterans officially entered the program, and seven others began the application process. Six...
Arrests and incidents reported May 31, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 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
May 30
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St....
Inside of Sunflour Bakery ‘probably a total loss’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Fire damaged the popular Sunflour Bakery & Eatery Thursday evening. Good Hope Fire Chief David Scott said the inside of the structure is “probably a total loss.”
“We don’t know the cause yet. It’s under investigation,” said Scott. “The inside, the whole...
Wallace State’s Adult Education Department conducts 2019 graduation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – It was nearly impossible to wipe the smile and exuberance off Marty Harris’s face during Wallace State’s Adult Education Commencement this week.
“I quit high school during my tenth-grade year and now look at me. I’m 44 years old and have earned...
Fire damages Sunflour Bakery
CULLMAN, Ala. - Fire damaged the popular Sunflour Bakery & Eatery Thursday evening.
Smoke could be seen billowing from the structure just after 7:30, but the fire was quickly contained by Good Hope Fire Rescue, Cullman Fire Rescue and the Bethsadia Volunteer Fire Department. Cullman...
Obituary: Barney William Hallmark
Funeral services for Barney William Hallmark, 78, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 2019 in the Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at the Bethlehem Cemetery (Locust Fork). Reverend Wayne Wisner will preside. Visitation will be 10 a.m. Saturday,...
Obituary: Carline Durvid Long, Sr.
Carline Durvid Long, Sr. passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at Cullman Regional. He was born July 24, 1928 to Homer and Bert Lou Long.
He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Mary Cathline Johnson.
Survivors include his son, Carline Durvid (Ruby) Long,...
Wallace State feeding folks and helping folks feed themselves
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The staff at Wallace State Community College (WSCC) is taking the threats of hunger and food insecurity seriously with two programs: one that helps feed students and one that offers them and folks in the wider community an opportunity to help...
Arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 28
unlawful possession of a controlled substance, illegal possession of prescription drugs; CR 1435
harassment;...
4 arrested near Smith Lake Park for trafficking
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’ Office (CCSO) said four people were arrested Thursday and charged with trafficking in illegal drugs following the execution of a search warrant at a residence along County Road 385 near Smith Lake Park.
Allegedly recovered in the search...
Victoria’s Hope approaches 1-year mark, eyes expansion and new location
DODGE CITY, Ala. - It has been almost one year since April German started Victoria’s Hope, a ministry providing free clothing and other necessities to single parents in need, to honor the memory of her mother Victoria Hammond Hankey. The Tribune asked German to...
Charity golf tournament featuring Siran Stacy this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – After a successful inaugural tournament last year, The Crimson Ladies of Cullman are gearing up for their second annual charity golf tournament. This year’s tournament will be held at Cross Creek Golf Course in Hanceville and registration opens up at...
‘She exemplifies the commandment, ‘Love thy neighbor as thyself’’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce bid farewell to outgoing president Leah Bolin at its annual Chamber Membership Appreciation Cookout on Wednesday. The cookout was held in the breezeway outside the Chamber of Commerce with a free lunch provided by Stone...
Cullman County Veterans Treatment Court gets underway today
CULLMAN, Ala. - As of Thursday morning, Cullman County’s court system now gives veterans who struggle with the mental and emotional aftermath of their service a new means to deal with issues faced by many who have been to war, and which contribute to...
Obituary: Johnny Colburn
Johnny Colburn, 73, of Haleyville, entered into rest May 29, 2019 at his home.
Johnny was born March 4, 1946 in Walker County, Alabama. He was a truck driver from 1973 to 2007 and was known on the CB radio as “Plowboy.” He loved talking...
Obituary: James Anthony Eidson
It is with great sadness that the family of Tony Eidson, 61, of Cullman, announces that he passed away at his residence on Tuesday, May 28, 2019.
Mr. Eidson was born in Mole Bridge, South Dakota on Nov. 8, 1957 to Gerald and Gladys Nix...
Obituary: Donnie Ray Thomas
A memorial service for Mr. Donnie Ray Thomas, 69, of Vinemont will be Saturday, June 1, 2019 at noon at Cullman Funeral Home, Bro. Brian Hawkins officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to noon.
Cullman Funeral Home directing.
Mr. Thomas was born April...
Obituary: Margie Guthrie
Funeral services for Mrs. Margie Guthrie, 86, of Baileyton are Friday, May 31, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating, with interment in Baileyton Cemetery. Visitation on Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home directing.
Mrs. Guthrie passed...
Finding peace in the soil: Veterans Farmers Conference promotes farming as therapy for PTSD
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted the second annual Veteran Farmers Conference, offering military veterans opportunities to learn about agriculture and agricultural therapy and network with other people who have similar life experiences. Participants learned about various crops, agricultural equipment and...
Mommy and Me Painting Luau offered by Wallace State Alumni Association
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association is inviting mothers and children in the area to attend a Mommy and Me Painting Luau, where the mother and child each will get to create a wooden wall hanger they can display in...
Arrests and incidents reported May 29, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 29, 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 DepartmentIncidents
May 28
unlawful breaking and entering of a motor...
Cullman Council approves special events
CULLMAN, Ala. - “We have a big announcement with our competitive cheer teams winning the national championship for the league they compete in,” Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan Anderson told the mayor and city council members at their meeting Tuesday...
Colony readying for summer programs
COLONY, Ala. - On Tuesday evening, the Colony Town Council talked about plans for what’s shaping up to be an eventful summer for the community. The town will participate in the federally-funded summer feeding program from June 3 through June 29, offering free breakfast...
Obituary: Faith Willow Partain
Baby Faith Willow Partain, 9 months, entered peacefully into Heaven on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at Children's Hospital in Birmingham.
Faith was born Aug. 27, 2018 in Cullman. She fought and struggled to survive for nine months.
A graveside service will be held Saturday, June 1,...
Obituary: Franklin Douglas Arnold
Memorial Services for Franklin Douglas Arnold, 39, of Hanceville will be at 6 p.m. Saturday June 1, 2019 at Hanceville Funeral Home. There will be a visitation starting at 5 p.m.
Mr. Arnold is survived by his daughters Zoe Beth Arnold and Mya Jordan Arnold;...
Obituary: Faye Marty
Funeral services for Faye Marty, 81, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Brian Witcher officiating; interment in Cullman Memory Gardens.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Marty passed away Monday, May...
Obituary: Dena Marie Suter
Dena Marie Suter passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2019 at her residence. She was born March 30, 1956, to Laverne and Ida Wadenstorer.
She was preceded in death by her father, Laverne Wadenstorer, and two sisters.
Survivors include her husband, Walter Suter; son, Thomas Swarthout;...
Obituary: Christian Hart
Funeral services for Christian Asher Hart, 12, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at Faith Baptist Church with Garry Waddell, Phillip Bridges, Chad Reynolds, Jacob Hale, and Stephen Robinson officiating; interment in Cullman Heritage Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Gloria Faye Yates
Gloria Faye Yates of Cullman, formerly of Huntsville, passed away May 28, 2019 at the age of 87.
She was born April 18, 1932 to Louis and Alabama Swann Johnson.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Edward R. Yates, sisters Arzola Parker, Tassie...
Obituary: Larry Price Kilpatrick
It is with great sadness that the family of Larry Price Kilpatrick, of Cullman, announces that he went to be with his heavenly father Sunday, May 26, 2018 at the age of 68.
He was as born Sept. 3, 1950 in Florence, AL to Chester...
PREP SOCCER: Brown out, Hackbarth in as Lady Bearcats Head Coach
CULLMAN, Ala.
– The Lady Bearcats will have a new head coach on the sidelines next season.
Head coach Jacob Brown is leaving the program after six seasons and Luke Hackbarth
will be taking his place.
Cullman City Schools did
not elaborate on the circumstances surrounding Brown’s departure. CHS...
Arrests and incidents reported May 28, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 28, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsMay 23
domestic violence; Hwy. 278 E
trespassing; CR 810
unlawful possession of a controlled substance; St....
Cullman’s Carter Daily finishes run in 3rd round of National Spelling Bee
Updated 5-28-19 7:49 p.m.
NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. - This year’s Cullman County Spelling Bee champion, Carter Daily, a sixth grader at St. Paul’s Lutheran School, reached the third round of the 92nd Scripps National Spelling Bee this week.
Daily finished his run in the third round...
Service details announced for Vinemont student killed on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. - Service details have been announced for Christian Hart, 12, of Vinemont. Christian was killed in a tragic boating accident Saturday on Smith Lake in Cullman County.
Full obituary:
Funeral services for Christian Asher Hart, 12, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday,...
Pet of the Week: Grow some love with Pumpkin Seed!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Pumpkin Seed is a 1-year-old terrier mix. She’s a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet who’s savvy on her leash and likes to stay close to her human....
Ready for Rock the South?
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Friday, Rock the South (RTS) returns for its eighth annual installment. Gates will open at noon Friday and Saturday, with entertainment and activities running until midnight both days. More than 25,000 fans are expected to attend each day.
Event coordinators are...
June 1 deadline approaching to apply for Wallace State Health Science programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The deadline to apply to most of the Health Science programs at Wallace State Community College is quickly approaching, with a June 1 deadline for applications. Most of the college’s Health Science programs accept new students for admission each fall through...
Cullman’s Will Hogue graduates from The King’s College
NEW YORK - Cullman native Will Hogue recently graduated from The King's College in New York City. Hogue received a Bachelor of Arts in Media, Culture and the Arts, with a concentration in Cultural Criticism.
The King's College is a Christian liberal arts college in...
Obituary: Helen Brown Freeman
Helen Brown Freeman, born May 26, 1933 in Cullman, Alabama and passed away peacefully on her 86th birthday in Cullman, Alabama.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Talmadge and Emma Nix; husband, Ranie Brown; one son, Keith Brown, two sisters, Fay (Frank) Hanson,...
