Obituary: Daniel Franklin Bates
Funeral services for Daniel Franklin Bates, 61, of Huntsville, will be at noon Friday, June 14, 2019, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Keith Whitley officiating; interment in Mt. Olive Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Bates passed away Monday,...
Obituary: Fran Weiss
Fran Weiss was born in Cullman, AL, July 8, 1957, daughter of the late Frank and Helen (Veigl) Schwaiger. She died peacefully in her sleep, in the arms of her husband John, June 4, 2019, after a two‐year battle with gallbladder cancer.
Determined to escape...
Obituary: Flora Marie (Thrift) Duncan
Marie Duncan, 100, of Cullman passed away Sunday, June 9, 2019.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Benjamin and Millie Thrift; husband, Lester Otha Duncan, Sr. and son, Jerry Duncan.
She leaves to cherish her memory her sons: Lester Duncan, Jr. and Charles Duncan...
Are you ready to roll? Roller derby team forming in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - For many people in Cullman County, organized sports end after high school or college. Cullman resident Joe Conkle II is looking to change that by bringing roller derby to the area to compete with other teams in the region.
To find out more about...
Good Hope OKs 33-acre purchase to expand park
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Great news out of the City of Good Hope this week as council members John Harris and Maxie Jones were both back Monday after being out with serious illnesses. Hearing everyone answer as present during the roll call resulted in...
Arrests and incidents reported June 11, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 11, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidentsJune 10
identity theft; person
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart;...
Cullman County Commission recognizes young animal advocate Denna Chivers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Denna Chivers, 11, was recognized by the Cullman County Commission at its Tuesday meeting for her generosity and dedication to the Cullman County Animal Shelter. Chivers, a sixth grader at Cullman Christian School, recently held her third annual yard sale to...
Farewell to a brother: Jack Aces, family say good-bye to Deputy Timmy Puckett
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kim Puckett fulfilled one of her final promises to her late husband Timmy Puckett Saturday. The Puckett family, accompanied by Timmy’s brothers, the Jack Aces, rode to the Yellow Creek Hunting Club in Houston, Alabama to scatter his ashes.
“He loved guns...
2 local students earn degrees from Trevecca Nazarene University
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - On May 4, Trevecca Nazarene University celebrated the University's 118th Commencement Convocation. The University conferred more than 1,140 degrees during the Saturday morning ceremony.
Local graduates include:
Matthew Austin Davis, of Cullman. Davis earned a Bachelor of Arts.
Madison Taylor Rusk, of...
Local student earns degree from Union University
JACKSON, Tenn. - Six hundred twenty-two students graduated from Union University May 18 during spring commencement services of the 194th graduating class on the university's Great Lawn.
Local students who earned degrees:
Carolina Holbrook, of Cullman - Master of Urban Education
Brent Ellis, president of Spring...
Fundraising campaign started to help Hanceville family devastated by weekend flooding
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Sunday, the east Hanceville home of Linda Brown and daughter Amanda Brown on the corner of Edward Street and East Railroad Avenue was devastated by street flooding which sent water into their house, drowning a family pet and forcing the...
Feature: River residents sound off about Tyson’s Mulberry Fork spill, fish kill
Updated 6-11-19 8:32 a.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The June 6 spill of “partially treated effluent” (liquid waste or sewage) into the Dave Young Creek, which flows into the Mulberry Fork, by the Tyson Foods, Inc. Hanceville rendering plant, (formerly owned by American Proteins), provoked anger...
3 local UA students participating in Summer 2019 Cooperative Education Program
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - More than 280 University of Alabama students are receiving hands-on, innovative and advanced educational experiences with dozens of companies and organizations across the United States through UA's Cooperative Education Program for summer 2019.
Among the students participating are:
William Hicks, of Cullman,...
Arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
No incidents reported.
ArrestsJune 6Aderholt, Shauna Dawn, 38
FTA- permitting dogs to run at large
probation violation...
2 Cullman County students earn $1K Alfa Foundation scholarships
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Two local college students will get a little relief when tuition bills come due for the 2019-2020 school year thanks to a $1,000 scholarship awarded through the competitive Alfa Foundation Scholarship Program.
Cullman County recipients are:
Lillimae Allen of Cullman is a...
3 local students earn degrees from Troy University
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to recognize students who completed the requirements for graduation during the spring semester and Term 4 of the 2018-2019 academic year. The spring semester includes graduates from the Troy campus. Term 4 graduates include students at Troy's...
2 local students earn degrees from Ole Miss
OXFORD, Miss. - The following local students were among more than 5,500 University of Mississippi graduates who received their academic degrees May 11, 2019 at the university's 166th Commencement:
Sydney Whittle, of Cullman, earned a Doctor of Pharmacy
Sarah Brickell, of Cullman, earned a...
Obituary: Lois Miller
Services for Mrs. Lois Miller, 82, of Falkville are incomplete at this time but will be announced later. Mrs. Miller was born June 5, 1937 and passed away at Falkville Nursing Home Saturday, June 8, 2019.
Obituary: Bobby Ray Hitt
Funeral services for Bobby Ray Hitt, 56, of Hanceville will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Mt. Grove Baptist Church, with Reverends Mark Long and Gary Sartain officiating.
His family will receive friends Monday evening beginning at 5:30 at the funeral home...
Dodge City Day powers through rain
DODGE CITY, Ala. – Dodge City’s annual festival, Dodge City Day, took place Saturday despite the rainy weather. Activity buzzed all around town hall with raffles for door prizes at the senior center, gospel group Genesis performing in the community center and several vendors...
Three on a String delights at Hanceville’s 1st summer concert series event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Saturday’s rain couldn’t stop the first concert of the Hanceville Summer Concert Series. Originally scheduled to take place at Veterans Park, the event was moved to the Hanceville Civic Center, where the community was treated to a free concert featuring Three...
Obituary: Kaylene McReath
Kaylene Wilkins McReath passed away June 7, 2019 at the age of 72.
She was born June 12, 1946 in Addison, Alabama to William Joseph and Evie Emily Williams Wilkins.
Graveside services are Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Pisgah Cemetery at Addison.
Survivors are:...
Obituary: Donald Jack Tucker
Donald Jack Tucker of Decatur passed away June 8, 2019 at the age of 91.
He was born in Cullman March 17, 1928 to Joel Jack and Mullice Perdue Tucker.
He graduated from the University of Alabama with a degree in mechanical engineering and he worked...
Obituary: Ronald Lee Reaid
Ronald Lee Reaid was born Oct. 19, 1955 and passed away June 8, 2019.
Obituary: Dorothy Imogene McClendon
Dorothy Imogene McClendon, 99, of Cullman died Saturday, June 8, 2019.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest McClendon; parents: Erie and Agnes Wilson Baker; daughters: Glenda Ann Nail and Carolyn Vandiver; son, Maxie McClendon; sisters: Ruth Moon and Marcell Ginn; and brothers:...
Obituary: Willie Crow
Willie Crow, 78, of the Walter community, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2019.
He was born in Morgan County to Herman O'Brien and Hattie Ramey Crow.
Willie worked in small engine repair. Willie served our country in the U.S. Army, was a member of the Baptist faith, member of the...
‘It’s great history’: 21st annual Hanceville Antique Tractor and Engine Show
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Saturday morning was not a good time to be doing anything outdoors around Hanceville, as the rain fell in buckets and booms of thunder shook folks awake in the early daylight hours. But for farmers, rainy days are just food for...
Snake safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - The fear of snakes, or ophidiophobia, is one of the most common phobias among humans. There is a debate in the scientific community as to whether or not the fear is learned or part of human evolution as a survival mechanism....
(Updated) Body discovered behind Jack’s in Dodge City
Updated 6-8-19 3:33 p.m.
DODGE CITY, Ala. - A body was found inside a truck parked behind the Jack’s restaurant in Dodge City early Saturday morning. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick said he was notified at approximately 6:54 a.m. Kilpatrick has identified the deceased...
Dodge City Day today
DODGE CITY, Ala. – Dodge City will hold its annual festival, Dodge City Day, today, June 8. There is no rain date if weather has other plans.
“It’s a festival to bring people into Dodge City and see what it’s all about,” said Dodge City...
(Updated) City v. County blood drive brings in 152 units
Updated 6-10-19 12:01 p.m.
Final numbers from the blood drive came in Monday morning:
City of Cullman: 62 units
Cullman County: 90 units
Total: 152 units
Three lives can be saved per unit, so that's more than 450 lives.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Every summer, the LifeSouth Community Blood Centers hold...
Obituary: William Sherrill Bailey
William Sherrill Bailey, 76, of Cullman, died Thursday, June 6, 2019.
He was preceded in death by his father, Hersel Bailey, and brother, Earl Bailey.
Sherrill is survived by his wife, Sharon Lynn Bailey; son, Russell Bailey (Kelley); mother, Ruby Bailey; grandchildren: Blake Bailey and Sara...
Obituary: Eddie Wayne Hamm
Eddie Wayne Hamm, 70, of Hanceville, died Thursday, June 6, 2019.
He is survived by his wife, Brenda Hamm; daughters: Jenny Terry (Brent), Tracey Smith (Joel), and Whitney Hamm (Adam); grandchildren: Alex and Colton Terry, Jackson and Madison Smith, Whitten Tuggle, and Remi and Reed...
6 months in, Stepping Up Initiative connecting mental health patients with needed resources
CULLMAN, Ala. - Around six months ago, WellStone Behavioral Health, which serves Cullman and Madison Counties, became one of five agencies in the state of Alabama to receive grants from the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) to administer a program known as the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 7, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 7, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidentsJune 1
second-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St....
Tyson spill; public encouraged to avoid Dave Young Creek, Mulberry Fork
Updated 6-7-19 2:21 p.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tyson Foods, Inc. issued a public notice Friday, saying, "Due to a failure in a pipe owned by River Valley Ingredients located near Hanceville, Alabama, partially treated effluent (liquid waste/sewage) is believed to have reached the Dave Young...
(Updated) Cullman Regional Airport receives $1.5M grant for taxiway reconstruction
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sen. Doug Jones, D-Alabama and Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Alabama on Friday announced that Cullman Regional Airport has been awarded a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant of $1,543,500 for taxiway reconstruction. The funding was awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)....
Obituary: Donald Roger Cheatham
Donald Roger Cheatham, 84, died Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at Southern TN Regional Health System in Pulaski, TN.
He was born in Falkville, AL Dec. 16, 1934.
He retired from freight transportation and served in the U.S. Army.
Mr. Cheatham was preceded in death by his parents,...
Obituary: Ida Belle Little
Ida Belle Little of Cullman passed away June 4, 2019 at the age of 79.
She was born in Cullman Nov. 17, 1939 to John and Annie Drake Ayers.
She is preceded in death by her parents, sisters Jewel (George) Suggs, Gertrude (Lee) Butler, Mildred (Charner)...
Obituary: Edith Hammack
Edith Hammack, 68, of Houston passed away June 6, 2019 at home surrounded by her family.
Edith was born July 5, 1950 in Hartselle, Alabama. She was a member at Houston Church of God for 20 years. Edith attended Speake High School and Double Springs...
Obituary: Aubrey Joseph Hornsby
Funeral services for Aubrey Joseph Hornsby, 77, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. Friday, June 7, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in St. Ann Cemetery in Bourg, Louisiana Monday, June 10, 2019.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Hornsby...
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,...
