Cullman Middle School band camp builds music and marching skills
CULLMAN – Members of the Cullman Middle School (CMS) band met Wednesday for their third day of band camp. The band is preparing for its performances during the upcoming middle school football season.
CMS Band Director Linda Bean said her band does something a lot...
Podiatrist Robert Ocampo joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Podiatrist Robert Ocampo, DPM, recently joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Ocampo completed his undergraduate education in biological sciences at California Polytechnic State University and attended medical school at California College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his podiatric surgical residency at University...
COVID-19 case, vaccine update: March 1
Monday, March 1, 2021 COVID-19 update from the Alabama Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Dashboard Hub (https://bit.ly/3iVJwXK)
Case details
Total confirmed cases in AL: 386,933 (+408 since yesterday)
Probable cases in AL: 106,836 (+109 since yesterday)
Total confirmed deaths in AL: 7,789 (+2 since yesterday)
Probable...
Party with a purpose: Victim Services hosts inaugural Masquerade Ball
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman (VSOC) hosted a night of fun and dancing Saturday at Top of the Town. The inaugural Masquerade Ball drew a big crowd who stepped out in their beautiful gowns, tuxedos and masks for a party with a...
Cullman siblings win 1st, 3rd place in APT Young Writers Contest
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ever since she was in pre-school, Anna Kate Allcorn has wanted to write. Now a third grader, she has placed in the top three winners (for her grade) of the Alabama Public Television's Young Writers Contest for the past four years....
Obituary: Charles Edward Denton
Funeral service for Charles Edward Denton, 81, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 21, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Bro. Steven Sutter and Bro. Ryan Key officiating with interment in Bethlehem East Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday at the funeral home...
West Point High School Fine Arts to present “All I Want for Christmas is You”
WEST POINT - The West Point High Fine Arts program is up to something, and it’s good! On Dec. 10 and 11 in the West Point auditorium, West Point High School Director of Bands Ty Parker and his students will present “All I Want...
PREP FOOTBALL: Local teams ramping up for week 7 region games
CULLMAN, Ala. – Most of the regular season is behind us now and the importance of each remaining game is going up each and every week as the postseason approaches. Several teams are in great shape in their respective regions while others need some...
Vinemont Council mulls half-cent sales tax increase
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night discussed possibly raising the town’s sales tax by a half-cent in an effort to help Vinemont schools. There was no vote on Mayor Radginal Dodson’s proposal, as it will need to be read twice...
Town of Colony receives vehicle from Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
L-R: CCSO Major Matt Hogue, Councilwoman Margaret Jamelle Dimbo and CCSO Chief Deputy Brett Holmes
COLONY - The Town of Colony has a new ride. According to Town Clerk Patricia Ponder, Sheriff Matt Gentry and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recently donated a surplus...
Parade goes on
A large crowd came out Saturday on a beautiful sunny afternoon to see the 31st annual Cullman County Christmas Parade. While other parades scheduled around the area were canceled due to COVID-19 concerns, parade organizers, The Hanceville Civitan Club, felt this outdoor event should...
Obituary: George Edward Hamrick
George Edward Hamrick, 93, died peacefully at Mulberry Health, Mulberry, Indiana Sept. 17. Alzheimer’s Disease was not his friend. He was a good man. He lived a good life. If you met him, you remembered him and the twinkle in his eyes. George was...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison drops varsity matchups to Decatur Heritage
ADDISON, Ala. -- The Addison men and women's teams hosted the Decatur Christian Eagles at Alan Stephenson Gym and dropped two games to the Eagles. The ladies fell 61-41 in the opener and the men lost their game 87-71. Addison will host the Falkville...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 27, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
March 23• assault; CR 160• reckless endangerment; CR 404• assault; Welcome Rd.• domestic violence;...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek pulls away to top Berry 28-7
ARLEY, Ala. – The Meek Tigers looked to finish out region play strong as they hosted the Berry Wildcats in their final region game of the season. A solid running game and a stingy defense was key for the Tigers as they pulled away...
‘The things you see as a prosecutor, you can’t un-see’
ANDALUSIA, Ala. – When fellow District Attorney Greg Griggers was injured in an ambush shooting outside his Demopolis office in November 2018, Walt Merrell knew it was time. Before the shooting, Merrell, the district attorney for Covington County, had felt a calling to use...
AHSAA schools may begin summer activities June 1
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
– Alabama High School Athletic Association member schools may re-open June 1,
in accordance with Alabama State Department of Education Superintendent Dr.
Eric Massey’s directive announced Thursday.
AHSAA Executive Director Steve Savarese said that was
welcome news for the AHSAA and its member schools.
“The AHSAA, its...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Softball moves up to No. 7 in NJCAA Division I ranks; Basketball, No. 18 Volleyball, Tennis & Baseball updates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s softball team is among the Top 10 teams in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) ranks.
The Lions (19-2) are 7th overall after a profitable weekend in Columbus, Ga., which saw Wallace State tally five wins, including a 12-8 triumph over...
Arrests and incidents reported July 28, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 28, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
July 23
leaving scene of accident; person; 2nd Ave. SW;...
Obituary: Stephen Patrick Campbell
Stephen Patrick Campbell, 75, of Houston, Alabama, entered into rest on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023 in Addison. He was the beloved husband of Karmel Campbell.
Stephen was born on January 13, 1948 in Newton, Massachusetts to the late Walter and Gertrude (Dionne) Campbell.
Stephen grew up...
Obituary: Lendon Gravitt
Lendon Gravitt, 82, of Haleyville, Alabama entered into rest on July 29, 2021 at Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Florence, Alabama.
Mr. Gravitt was born on September 29, 1938.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday, August 1, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Ephesus...
Obituary: Eris Catherine Jones
Eris Catherine Jones, age 95, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022. Eris was born January 26, 1927.
A celebration of life visitation for Eris will be held Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home...
Ivey announces BAE Systems to create ‘hundreds of new jobs’ in Huntsville expansion
LONDON – Gov. Kay Ivey welcomed plans by global defense contractor BAE Systems to launch a major expansion that will create a substantial number of jobs and add new capabilities at its operations in Huntsville.
In an announcement coinciding with the start of the Farnborough...
Sheriff Gentry issues lake safety tips
CULLMAN, Ala. – With an increased number of incidents on the water this summer the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) wants the community to be aware of their surroundings while on the water.
“I want to encourage everyone that comes to the lake to follow...
CCBOE names Roden, Davis November Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and America's First Federal Credit Union recognize two employees each month. For November, those employees were Holly Pond High School Agriculture Teacher Rusty Roden and Fairview Middle School Counselor Brittany Davis.
"Rusty is always willing to help and works on...
COA urges retirees, seniors to ‘Treasure Your Health’ on Sept. 7
ULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) is urging retirees and seniors to “Treasure Your Health” at its high seas-themed Cullman Retiree and Senior Health Fair. The event will take place Thursday, Sept. 7, at the Donald E. Green Active Adult...
Shots fired at Cullman Applebee’s
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2020/11/09/update-gunfire-exchanged-at-cullman-applebees/
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Police on Saturday evening reported an exchange of gunfire between a customer who was leaving the Applebee's restaurant at 2106 Cherokee Ave. SW and an unidentified person who approached the customer on foot in the parking lot.
CPD Sgt. Adam...
Obituary: Daniel Fulghum
Daniel Fulghum, 62 of Houston, passed away Dec. 15, 2022, at Princeton Medical Center.
He was born Dec. 17, 1959. Danny served honorably in the United States Army. He also worked at Cavalier Home Builders for 35 years and Winston Home Builders for 4 years....
Hanceville Nursing & Rehab Center receives Commitment to Quality Award
ORLANDO, Fla. - In front of a crowd of more than 2,000 people from across the country this month, eight Alabama nursing homes received awards for achievement in health care quality.
Four nursing homes received the American Health Care Association’s (AHCA) Silver – Achievement in...
New United Way Board Offers Exciting Opportunity for Youth to Help Community
CULLMAN – The United Way of Cullman County is reaching out to young professionals of the area to participate in their new program, the Young Professionals Board. Through this board, United Way hopes to utilize the creative talents and skill of younger professionals working...
ALDOT: Don’t veer for deer (and other tips)
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is warning drivers that the fall and winter months present an increased danger of vehicle collisions involving deer.
According to the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, one reason for increased vehicle collisions with deer during...
(Updated) Hanceville man dead in officer-involved shooting
Updated 8-4-19 6:50 p.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A Hanceville man was killed in an officer-involved shooting along County Road 599 near Hanceville Sunday afternoon.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick identified the man as Robert Clay Wilsford, Sr., 65.
Details remain scarce about the incident.
Hanceville Police Chief...
Dayspring Dairy: Alabama’s First Licensed Sheep Dairy Farm
Our goal is to produce unique, delicious, safe, and healthy cheeses for our customers.”
Greg Kelly, Owner - Dayspring Dairy
GALLANT – Nestled in a valley in the piedmont of north-east Alabama with lush rolling pastures is Dayspring Dairy Farm. The family owned and operated farm is...
Obituary: Herbert Ray Heitmueller
Herbert Ray Heitmueller, age 82, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Monday, Oct. 17, 2022. He was born Oct. 12, 1940, in Vinemont Alabama to Herbert Albert and Radah Estelle Howard Heitmueller.
Funeral services are Thursday Oct. 20, 2022, at 2 p.m. at St. John's...
Obituary: John A. Williamson
John A. Williamson was born in Cullman County, Alabama on July 18, 1929. He graduated from Anniston High School and was a veteran of the Korean War. He married Sarah Mildred Hodge on Dec. 26, 1953. He lived and worked in Oxford, Alabama and...
Latest: Steve Griffith’s wife, Jackie Griffith, in good condition following fatal home invasion
Cullman Regional’s Lindsey Dossey briefly addressed the media on Wednesday, July 19. / Andrew Cryer
Updated 7-19-17 at 9:34 p.m.
CULLMAN - The third person involved in Monday night’s fatal home invasion was officially identified late Wednesday afternoon as Jackie Griffith, the wife of local attorney...
Obituary: Ava Dean Addison Parvin
Mrs. Ava Dean Addison Parvin, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at the age of 92. As was her wish, she lived out her days independently at home.Mrs. Parvin was born in Marion County, Alabama on July 28, 1929, the...
Strawberry Festival canceled for the remainder of Friday; Saturday will go on as planned
CULLMAN - Cullman's Strawberry Festival has been canceled for the remainder of today, Friday. The festival will go on as planned tomorrow at Festhalle and Depot Park.
According to Waid Harbison with Cullman City Parks and Recreation, the decision to cancel the rest of today's...
Obituary: Ricky Creel
Ricky Creel, 60, of Arab, Alabama passed away Oct. 6, 2020. He was born April 20, 1960 in Arab, Alabama to Joel Billy and Donna Gay White Creel.
Mr. Creel was a member of Zion Grove Baptist Church.
Ricky was preceded in death by his father...
Obituary: James Wendell Miller
James Wendell Miller, 76, of Haleyville, entered into rest June 12, 2019 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, surrounded by his loving family.
Wendell was born Feb. 18, 1943 to Columbus and Lily Miller. He served in the United States Army during the Korean...
Town hall meeting set for Feb. 12 in Vinemont
Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman / Tribune file photo
VINEMONT - Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman, Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview, Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope and Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry will welcome residents to a town hall meeting at the Vinemont-Providence Volunteer Fire Department...
Inmate trash detail cleaning up county roads
CULLMAN - Pretty weather and warm temperatures are back in the forecast and the Cullman County Inmate Trash Detail, being supervised by a Cullman County Sheriff's Deputy, has begun picking trash and litter up on Cullman County roads. In just three days, the inmates...
Let’s Pretend Hospital: Wallace State educates area students on medical matters
Students get hands-on with a well-equipped firefighter.
HANCEVILLE - From Nov. 14-17, Wallace State Community College (WSCC) is hosting its eighth annual "Let's Pretend Hospital" (LPH) program for Cullman County first graders. The free program will see more than 1,000 students and teachers this week:...
AL unemployment rate at historic low 3.8%; Cullman County second lowest in state at 2.8%
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey announced Friday that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted September unemployment rate is 3.8 percent, down from August’s rate of 4.2 percent, and well below September 2016’s rate of 6.0 percent. The last time Alabama’s unemployment rate was this low was...
Rave reviews for 2017 State of Our Communities event
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail with Cullman City Councilwoman Jenny Folsom
CULLMAN - “The people were so warm and inviting,” said Colony Mayor Donnis Leeth. “Chamber Director Leah Bolin had everything set up so well, and the food was spectacular,” he said with a smile.
“This event...
Obituary: Athlea Perry Burnham
Athlea Perry Burnham, 94, passed away March 29, 2020 at Hanceville Nursing Home. She was born June 15, 1925.
Athlea was the daughter of Sidney and Lora Perry.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her two sisters Nell Smith (Smitty) and Delilah Perry.
She...
Vinemont sets BBQ cook-off for Oct. 22
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday evening set the date for the barbecue cook-off proposed by Richard Neese last month to support The Butcher Meat Co. The event will take place Saturday, Oct. 22, the same day as the Alabama vs....
Obituary: Raymon House
Raymon House, 87, of Holly Pond, passed away on April 17, 2021. He was born October 12, 1933. He was born of Walter H. House and Annie Bell Barwick House, both of whom are deceased.
Raymon is survived by his wife, Lyndell Burgess House; daughter:...
Wallace State welding instructor Jim Thompson to judge 2017 US Invitational Weld Trials next week
Wallace State welding instructor Jim Thompson
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State welding instructor Jim Thompson has been selected to judge the 2017 US Invitational Weld Trials in Decatur next week. The six-day event is at the Robotics Technology Park in Decatur.
Thompson, who is approaching 22 years...
Cullman Tree Commission begins plans for 2024 Festival of Trees, nominates new member
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 9, began planning for the 2024 Festival of Trees and nominated a new member.
Cullman resident Pat Sharpton was nominated for the empty seat left by retired member Peggy...
United Way launches Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund to help Houston-area residents
CULLMAN - The United Way of Cullman County has established a relief fund for the Houston area and those affected by the devastating and widespread flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey. All contributions to the United Way’s Flood Relief Fund will be used to help...
Arrests and incidents reported August 24, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 24, 2021. 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
August 22
third-degree burglary; person; Grafenstatte St. NW; miscellaneous
August 23
Arrests
August...
Shirley Arnett announces candidacy for mayor of Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Councilwoman Shirley Arnett on Tuesday night announced her candidacy for mayor of the town. The Municipal Election will be Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020.
Below is Arnett's statement, in full:
Shirley is a 29-year resident of the town of South Vinemont and town...
Obituary: Bobbie Nell Murray
Bobbie Nell Murray, 78, of Double Springs, Alabama entered into rest on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at Huntsville Hospital Emergency Room.
Mrs. Murray was born on April 22, 1942 in Alabama. Bobbie was an employee of 20 years at Drummond Coal Company where she worked...
Woman walking along roadway arrested on drug charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - An Oneonta woman was arrested on Tuesday by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office while she was walking along a major roadway with meth on her person.
Tonya Michelle Webb, 42, of Oneonta, was located by sheriff’s deputies walking on County Road 222...
Colony seeking Town Clerk; Community Center Caretaker
COLONY, Ala. - The Town of Colony has posted two part-time jobs that have been the subjects of recent discussion by the Town Council: Town Clerk and Community Center Caretaker. Both are part-time positions.
Town Clerk
According to the Town’s posting, “The candidate must work well...
The ‘new’ Ingle Park: something for everyone
L-R: CP&R Director of Operations Kyle Clark, City Council President Garlan Gudger, Councilman Andy Page, CP&R Board representative Zac Wood, Mayor Woody Jacobs and CP&R Executive Director Nathan Anderson enjoy a moment at Ingle Park on Thursday. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - After...
Obituary: Christopher Wayne Olinger
Christopher Wayne Olinger, 45, of Cullman passed away Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019. Chris was born Dec. 23, 1973 to Larry Olinger and Pamela Vones Ashley.
Chris was a craftsman and worked in the construction industry. He had a passion for hunting and fishing. But more...
Obituary: Frances Bavar
Funeral services for Frances Bavar, 84, of Hanceville will be at 3 p.m., Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with interment in Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Bavar passed away March 13, 2016.
Visitation will be...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 18, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
September 14• domestic violence; CR 656• possession of drug paraphernalia; I-65 NB at MM...
Duck River Reservoir: Looking back at the project, part 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs announced Friday, July 17 that the city of Cullman has begun drawing water from the Duck River Reservoir to the city water treatment plant, and that the city is now receiving drinking water from the reservoir. During his...
Obituary: Mary Roberts Wise Lambert
Mary Roberts Wise Lambert, 80, of Albertville, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2019. She was born Nov. 21, 1938, to Earnest and Arvella Lemons Roberts.
Mary was a housekeeper by trade. She was employed by a local nursing home and spent many years cleaning...
Obituary: Wondlas Mark Givens
Funeral service for Wondlas Mark Givens, age 59, of Bremen, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 3, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Tony Hyde officiating. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Chesley Oaks Open returning after multiyear hiatus
CULLMAN, Ala. - Calling all golf tournament enthusiasts – the Chesley Oaks Open will return Friday and Saturday, May 10-11, for the first time since 2019.
Chesley Oaks has undergone somewhat of an overhaul in the past few seasons, with new owners David and...
Obituary: Lou Christine Odell Green
Funeral services for Lou Christine Odell Green, 85, of Hanceville will be held on Saturday, January 2, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Liberty Church of God Cathedral in Warrior; with interment in the Colony Community Cemetery. She will lie in state one hour prior...
Arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 21, 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 DepartmentIncidentsMay 16
counterfeit $100s; State of Alabama; Hwy. 157
May...
Cullman County Youth Football week 6 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The end of the regular season is getting close, and a lot of teams were looking to make huge statements and clinch playoff berths in the process, while other teams were looking to play spoiler. The Holly Pond Broncos hosted the...
Obituary: Dorothy Allen Jasper
Dorothy Allen Jasper, 92, of Cullman died Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Jasper, parents: Elzie and Mae Beavers Allen; and four sisters.
Mrs. Jasper is survived by her daughter, Charlotte Heatherly (Jerry); son, Gerald Jasper (Sue); grandchildren: Amy Gray...
Obituary: Linda Susan Lane
Linda Susan Lane, 71, of Arley entered into rest Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Lane was born Aug. 12, 1948 in Double Springs, Alabama. Linda was very artistic and enjoyed painting, making paper mâché figures (including an airplane), crocheting, cross stitching,...
Arrests and incidents reported May 26, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
No incidents to report
Arrests
May 23
Brady, Brianna D; 27
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia – 1st offenseFTA –...
AL Sec. of State Merrill administers absentee voting law updates
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Act 2019-507 became effective Aug. 1, 2019 establishing new requirements for voters casting absentee ballots.
A copy of the voters’ valid photo identification must now be submitted along with the absentee ballot application. This will ensure that only eligible voters receive...
Vinemont man arrested for multiple drug offenses, trafficking meth
James Reaid / Cullman Police Department
CULLMAN - The Cullman Police Department’s Crime Suppression Unit on Thursday arrested James Michael Reaid, 67, of Vinemont for trafficking in methamphetamine, unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, unlawful possession of...
Remembering John Hunt
Updated 6-29-20 at 12:57 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sunday was an emotional day at Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center as friends, family and colleagues gathered in the main gymnasium to celebrate the life of longtime Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Director John Hunt. Hunt...
Moss Service receives Torch Award for Ethics from North Alabama BBB
Pictured left to right: Tina Richardson, office manager; Benjamin Joslin, family service counselor: Mike Pepple, general manager, Valerie Wininger, funeral director; Jacqueline Schendel, Better Business Bureau (Courtesy of Mike Pepple)
Updated 11-16-18 9:03 a.m.
CULLMAN - Moss Service Funeral Home on Friday, Nov. 9 received a...
Obituary: Gary Twilley
Funeral services for Gary Twilley, of Cullman will be 2:00 Thursday April 4, 2024.
Obituary: Tony C. Smothers
Tony C. Smothers, age 62 of Bremen passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born on July 30, 1960, to Buddy Smothers and Doris Elouise Brown Smothers. Tony was a wonderful son, brother, father, grandfather and to...
UPDATED: Victim ID’d in wreck on CR 1435
Updated article here: http://www.cullmansense.com/articles/2017/06/08/troopers-texting-and-driving-may-have-been-factor-fatal-crash-vinemont
Updated 6-8-17 at 6:35 p.m. Kilpatrick has identified the victim as Samantha Wilkerson, 27, of Lacey's Spring.
VINEMONT - At least one person is dead following a collision between an 18-wheeler and a passenger vehicle in the 5000 block of County Road...
3 Warehouse District merchants talk benefits of pedestrian park
The Warehouse District, as seen on April 22, 2017. Image: MoMo She 103
CULLMAN - Today marks the end of a trial run for the Warehouse District. The district’s merchants were allowed by the Cullman City Council to convert First Avenue Northeast to a pedestrian...
Obituary: Daryn Freeman
Mr. Daryn Freeman, age 23, of Hanceville, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021, at his residence. He was born Wednesday, April 22, 1998.
Survivors include his parents: Emitt and Bonnie Freeman; mother: Joleen Green Brock (Scott); fiancé: Mykaela Parker; grandparents: Kenny and Ruby Waldrop;...
Beat the heat; practice heat safety
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Alabama residents are no strangers to hot summer weather. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting high temperatures throughout the nation over the July 19 weekend.
Heat safety is a very important aspect of Alabama summers. The Alabama Cooperative...
Obituary: Rena King
Funeral service for Rena King, age 52, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial at Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at Cullman...
Cullman County Fair Parade is on, and there will be candy!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Not only will Cullman County get to hold its annual fair this year, but the City of Cullman will also hold its annual fair parade! The Cullman City Council voted Monday evening to approve the Cullman Lions Club’s request for an...
Arrests and incidents reported May 14, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 14, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 11
harassment; CR 1422
theft of property; Megan Lane
harassment, trespassing; CR 650
criminal mischief; CR 656
harassment;...
Obituary: Elizabeth Ann Richardson
Elizabeth Ann Richardson, of Cullman, passed away March 19, 2021 at the age of 54. She was born in Huntsville Alabama September 3, 1966.
Survivors are: husband: Roger Richardson, daughter: Brittany Hodge, sons: Robert Hodge III, James Hodge, sisters: Linda Craig, Rena Stonis, Denise Rynders,...
Obituary: David Eric Horton
David Eric Horton, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on February 11, 2022, at the age of 52. He was born April 11, 1969, in Cullman County, Alabama, to Millard Eldredge and Jacqueline Freeman Horton.
Eric was a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church, in Holly...
Obituary: William Daniel “Dan” Sims, Jr.
Mr. William Daniel “Dan” Sims, Jr. of Cullman, Alabama passed away Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020 at his residence. He was born March 29, 1940 to William, Sr. and Oma Sims of Cullman, Alabama.
His parents, one brother Dois Sims, and one sister Dorothy Sims Briscoe...
Vinemont’s Duckett named to Troy University Provost’s List
TROY, Ala. - TROY is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Provost's List for the Spring Semester and Term 4 of the 2022-2023 academic year. Full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who have...
Obituary: George “Mike” Michael Lacey, Jr.
George "Mike" Michael Lacey, Jr., 50, of Bremen, formerly of Birmingham, entered his Heavenly home Friday, May 15, 2020 at UAB Hospital surrounded by his family.
He was born June 22, 1969 in Birmingham, AL to Mary Jo and George Michael Lacey, Sr.
He is preceded...
Berlin ready to resurface roads
BERLIN, Ala. - Berlin Mayor Patrick Bates told his town council on Monday evening that the town is ready for resurfacing of multiple roads to begin, and the council approved the submission of more for federal funding.
Bates said that necessary funding has been made...
Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation by City of Cullman
On Wednesday, September 28, 2022, Mayor Woody Jacobs officially proclaimed the month of October 2022 Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) in the City of Cullman. On hand to accept the proclamation from Victim Services of Cullman, Inc. (VSOC) were Jonna Wimburn, Prevention Educator, and...
UPDATE: Assessment of Cullman’s Flood Damage
CULLMAN – Cullman and its surrounding areas are still recovering following the floods of Christmas week. According to John Lang, head engineer at the Cullman County Road Department, there were 75 roads and/or bridges that were completely impassable when the storms first hit.
As of...
County DHR celebrates record number of adoptions in 2017
Amy Smith, Cullman County DHR director, said, “It is our position at Cullman County DHR that NO child should be deemed unadoptable, and that there is a forever family made for every single child in foster care with a plan of adoption.” / W.C....
Advice for parents of Kindergartners
CULLMAN - The start of the 2018-2019 school year is upon us. For most parents, the process is routine, but for the parents of Kindergartners, it is anything but that. Don’t worry though, you’ve got this.
The Tribune stopped by the Cullman City Primary School...
Obituary: David Robert Speer
David Robert Speer, 75, of Helena died Saturday, July 4, 2020.
He is survived by his wife JoLynne Speer; daughter Tricia Applewhite (Brian); sons Jarod Speer (Kellie) and Dustin Speer (Teresa); and seven grandchildren.
The graveside celebration of David’s life will be Thursday, July 9, 2020...
FCCLA names Outstanding Members, Sweet Potato Cook-off winners
CULLMAN, Ala. - Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) students from all over Cullman County on Wednesday met at the All Steak Restaurant to compete for the Cullman County Outstanding FCCLA Member Award and in the FCCLA All-County Sweet Potato Cook-off. Participating...
6 days out, Smith Lake boater still missing
SMITH LAKE/CRANE HILL, Ala. – The search for missing boater, 26-year-old Kelsey Starling of Troy, continues with no new developments Wednesday, July 10, according to Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division Northern District Assistant Commander Sgt. Chad Pate. Starling has been missing...
Young entrepreneurs learn from local business leaders
Local CEOs Kyle Willoughby (Willoughby Roofing), Leah Bolin (Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce) and Shane Quick (Premier Productions) shared business knowledge with high school entrepreneurs this week at an event at Wallace State. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday evening, Wallace...
NWS: Winter Storm Warning for Cullman County until 6 a.m. Tuesday
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service office in Huntsville for Cullman County. It began at 6 p.m. Sunday and is set to expire on Tuesday, Jan. 16, at 6 a.m.
Heavy mixed precipitation is expected, with total snow accumulations of...
Cullman Co. unemployment rate down slightly to 3.4%, second-lowest in state
MONTGOMERY - The Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL) on Friday released the state’s latest unemployment numbers. Statewide, Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted August unemployment rate is 4.1 percent, unchanged from July’s rate, and slightly above August 2017’s rate of 4.0 percent. Cullman County’s rate ticked down...
PREP FOOTBALL: 3rd annual Brandin’ Iron Bowl headlines Thursday slate of opening games
Several teams will open the 2019 football season on
Thursday night, including a pair of matchups between local squads. The West
Point Warriors will travel to Fairview for the third annual Brandin Iron Bowl,
Meek will host the Cold Springs Eagles and the Cullman Bearcats will be...
