Obituary: Betty Marie Johns
Memorial services for Betty Marie Johns, 74, of Cullman are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Ms. Johns passed away November 30, 2015 at Cullman Long Term Care.
St. Bernard’s planned giving program celebrates $10M Mark
CULLMAN – The Clairvaux Society is an organization, established in 2010, to ensure the long-term future of St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School through planned giving. Members of the society gathered recently to celebrate reaching the society’s initial goal of $10M in committed gifts.
The...
Obituary: Daniel Lee Zinsmeister
A graveside service will be held for Daniel Lee Zinsmeister, 59, on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at the Cullman City Cemetery, located at 912 9th St., at 1 p.m.
Arrangements are being handled by Moss-Service Funeral Home.
Obituary: Larry Andrew Nuss
Funeral arrangements for Larry Andrew Nuss, 70, have yet to be announced. Arrangements are being handled by Moss-Service Funeral Home. Mr. Nuss passed on November 26, 2015.
Obituary: Scott Tyler Heinl
Graveside services for Scott Tyler Heinl, 35, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Monday November 30, 2015 at Cullman Memory Gardens. Scott passed away November 23, 2015 at Cullman Regional Medical Center from complications due to an asthma attack.
He was born November 13,...
Obituary: Kasi Leeann Reagan
Memorial service for Kasi Leeann Reagan, 19 of Cullman, will be 3pm Sunday, November 29, 2015, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel, Bro. Wesley Alldredge officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Ms. Reagan passed away Friday, November 27, 2015, at UAB...
Memorial Service: Cynthia Lea Witcher
Memorial service for Cynthia Lea Witcher, 56, of Cullman are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Witcher passed away Friday, November 27th, 2015 at her residence.
Obituary: Donald Ray “Donny” Graves
Graveside services for Donald Ray “Donny” Graves, 55, of Cullman will be held on Sunday, November 29, 2015 at 3 p.m. at Ryan’s Creek Cemetery; Jimmy Hodges officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. at the funeral home.
Hanceville...
Obituary: Matthew Steven Stewart
Funeral services for Matthew Steven Stewart, 37, of Hanceville will be held on Sunday, November 29, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Grove Congregational Church; Pastor Kent McClendon officiating; with interment in the adjoining cemetery. He will lie in state from noon to 2...
Obituary: Gertie Bright
Funeral services for Gertie Bright, 92, of Baileyton, will be at 11 a.m., Monday, November 30, 2015 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Charles Miller and Rev. Floyd Bradford officiating with interment in Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Ms....
Obituary: Johnny Clarence “J.C.” Cook
Funeral service for Johnny Clarence “J.C.” Cook, 69, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Tommy Blackwood and Rev. Dillon Calvert officiating with interment in Friendship Methodist Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of...
Obituary: Hanley Woodard
Funeral service for Hanley Woodard, 87, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Liberty Baptist Church at 2727 County Rd 40 Arley, Al 35541, Dr. John Garrison, Rev. Greg Dollar and Rev. Kyle Woodard officiating with interment in adjoining...
West Point’s Steve and Lisa Lake named 2016 Farm Family
CULLMAN – On Thursday, Nov. 19, Steve and Lisa Lake from West Point were named Cullman’s 2016 Farm Family at the annual Farm-City Banquet, with special recognition given to 2015’s outgoing Farm Family, Dr. Bill and Carolyn Peinhardt of Cullman. The banquet is a...
Vinemont Band Boosters Host Annual Arts and Crafts Show
We feel privileged to unite wonderfully talented individuals under one roof to share their ideas and display their many talents to the general public.”
Kim Smith, Vinemont Band Booster treasurer
CULLMAN – The Vinemont Band Boosters held their annual arts and crafts show this weekend at...
City of Good Hope Hosts Seventh Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal
I love coming here to eat and spending time with my family. The people who work here are very nice. Everyone should come and eat here!”
Cicily Adcock, county resident
GOOD HOPE – For the seventh straight year, Thanksgiving came a day early in Good Hope....
Obituary: Robert Eugene Bender
Robert “Bob” Eugene Bender, 81, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 peacefully at his home in Cullman, Alabama.
Bob was born on July 13, 1934 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Roy and Jessie Fike Bender.
A funeral service will be held...
Obituary: Willie B. “Buddy” Mickle, Sr.
Funeral services for Willie B. “Buddy” Mickle Sr., 90, of Hanceville will be held on Friday, November 27, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Hopewell Baptist Church; Wayne Wisener and Trueman Davis officiating; with interment in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends on...
Substitute Teacher Workshop Held
CULLMAN – Cullman City Schools is experiencing a shortage of substitute teachers and lunchroom staff. Last Thursday, a substitute teacher and lunchroom training was held at the Cullman Board of Education central office. School officials hope that the training will result in the added...
Obituary: John Parnell Worsham, Jr.
Funeral service for John Parnell Worsham, Jr., age 74, will be held Monday, November 30, 2015 at 10 a.m., with a Rosary Service at 9:15 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Moss-Service Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary: Joseph “Big Joe” Johnson
Funeral services for Joseph "Big Joe" Johnson, age 80 of Cullman will be at 1 p.m. Friday, November 27, 2015 from Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel, with burial at Fairview West Cemetery.
Mr. Johnson passed away Monday at the Folsom Center. He was born in Alabama,...
Obituary: Harold E. Nix
Harold E. Nix age 83 of Cullman died Saturday, November 21,2015.
Shorty worked for the power company for over 40 years. He was a sergeant in the Army and the National Guard.
Mr. Nix was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Speer Nix.
He is...
Obituary: Billie Purol
Mrs. Billie Purol passed away November 20, 2015. She was 78 years old.
There will be a Funeral Mass November 25, 2015 at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. With Interment at Holy Sepulchral Cemetery in Detroit Michigan. Arrangements by McCabe Funeral Home...
Obituary: Steven Roger Ray
Funeral arrangements for Steven Roger Ray, 44, are being handled by Moss-Service Funeral Home. Mr. Ray passed on November 22, 2015.
Obituary: Elbert Wood England
Funeral service for Elbert Wood England, 90, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at Cullman Church of Christ with interment in Cullman City Cemetery, Minister James Pilgrim officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. England passed away...
Obituary: David McGilvary Moore
Funeral services for David McGilvary Moore, 64, of Cullman will be held on Friday, November 27, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; with interment with military honors in Garden City Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday from noon to...
Eric L. Parker Announces Run for Cullman County Commission
CULLMAN – Eric L. Parker is running for Chairman of the Cullman County Commission.
Parker cites his time as a business owner, as well as working in human resources for a different company as experience he can use to be the chairman of the Commission.
Parker...
Local Non-profit Helps Babies Born to Drug-addicted Moms
CULLMAN – Eileen Dover, founder and president of the non-profit The King’s Cradle (TKC), started the organization after working at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and seeing newborn babies and infants go through withdrawal because their mothers abused drugs while pregnant.
“That’s when I...
Obituary: Betty Ruth Alexander
Funeral services for Betty Ruth Alexander, age 82 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 24th at Bethany Church, Rev. Tony Graves officiating. She will lie-in-state at the Church from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Interment will be in Bethany Cemetery.
Visitation will...
Obituary: Joyce Hendrix Wood
Funeral services for Joyce Hendrix Wood, age 86 of Huntsville, will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 24th at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in New Hope #1 Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m.
Mrs. Wood...
Obituary: Janet Marie Christie
Funeral services for Janet Marie Christie, age 62 of Holly Pond, will be Sunday, November 22, 2015 at 4 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Mattox officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Christie passed away on Wednesday, November 18,...
Obituary: Aranda Nicole Wilson
Funeral service for Aranda Nicole Wilson, 29, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Monday, November 23, 2015 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Center Grove Cemetery, Elder Victor Quick officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Ms. Wilson passed away...
Obituary: Arthur Lloyd Summers
Funeral Services for Arthur Lloyd Summers, age 70 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 22, 2015 in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow Good Hope Cemetery, with Bro. Larry Brown & Bro. Tom Perdue officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home directing.
Mr....
Obituary: Roy Milford Burgess
Roy Milford Burgess, 83, of Lacey Springs and formerly of Holly Pond, passed away Friday, November 20, 2015.
Mr. Burgess was born September 27, 1932, in Cullman County, Alabama, to Virgil D. and Sadie Bell Daniel Burgess. Mr. Burgess worked with sheet metal and was...
Obituary: Rusty Howse McGuire
Ms. Rusty Howse McGuire, 41 of Centre, formerly of Fairview, passed away early Wednesday morning November 18, 2015 in Centre, Alabama. She was born in Cullman County to Barry Glenn and Martha Jean Tankersley Howse.
She graduated from Fairview High School. She is survived by...
Cullman County BOE Accepts Superintendent’s Resignation
CULLMAN (WBRC) – The Cullman County Board of Education has accepted the resignation of Superintendent Dr. Craig Ross.
Five board members voted to accept the resignation and tow members abstained. Assistant Superintendent Brandon Payne has been appointed interim superintendent until the board can select a new superintendent.
The resignation...
A Great Time with “The Worst Hard Time”
I think book clubs are important; it’s a way to connect with others with similar interests.”
Pat Sharpton, book club member
CULLMAN — On Tuesday, Nov. 17, a group of citizens gathered at the North Alabama Agriplex to discuss dust storms and the Great Depression. Pulitzer...
Obituary: James Brett Frank
James Brett Frank, 48, passed away at his residence on Monday, November 16 in Cullman. Brett was the New Year’s Baby of 1967.
Brett was passionate about his son, Tyler, playing and listening to music and making people laugh. He was a loved brother and...
Cullman Regional Medical Center Earns ‘Top Performer on Key Quality Measures’ Recognition from The Joint Commission
CULLMAN — Cullman Regional Medical Center (CRMC) announced today that it has been recognized as a 2014 Top Performer on Key Quality Measures® by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of healthcare organizations in the United States.
CRMC was recognized as part of The Joint...
Obituary: Lonnie Glenn Morgan
Lonnie Glenn Morgan, the youngest of twelve children, was born to Oather and Docie Lavonia "Lovie" Morgan on May 22, 1932 in Dora, Alabama and left this life on November 10, 2015 at the age of 83.
He is survived by one brother, Frank Morgan,...
Obituary: Donald Wayne Sanders
Donald Wayne Sanders was born September 25, 1946, to James and Reba Sanders in Natchez MS. Don is a veteran of the United States Navy where he served as an active duty medic during Marine maneuvers in the Vietnam War.
Don graduated from the University...
Obituary: Donald Wayne Sanders
Donald Wayne Sanders was born September 25, 1946, to James and Reba Sanders in Natchez MS. Don is a veteran of the United States Navy where he served as an active duty medic during Marine maneuvers in the Vietnam War.
Don graduated from the University...
Holly Pond Historical Society Unveils New Marker
My family has attended First Baptist Church Holly Pond since the beginning, as my ancestors were charter members. The Church celebrated 130 years of ministry in this community. It is my prayer that church with continue to thrive and share the Gospel for generation to...
Obituary: Gina Teresa Bryant Bagwell
Funeral services for Gina Teresa Bryant Bagwell, age 56 of Joppa, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at Cullman Heritage Chapel with Rev. Carol Goforth officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Bagwell passed away on Sunday, November...
Obituary: Walter Wano DeMonia
A graveside service for Walter Wano DeMonia, age 55, will be held Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Cullman City Cemetery.
Visitation will be Tuesday, November 17, 2015 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Obituary: Melba Green Stewart
Funeral services for Melba Green Stewart, 76, of Hanceville will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; Tommy Graves officiating. Interment will be at Hopewell Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday evening beginning at...
Obituary: Thomas “Tom” A. Wildomn
Graveside services for Thomas “Tom” A. Wildmon, 86, of Hanceville will be held on Monday, November 16, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Union Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday at the funeral home from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Hanceville Funeral Home...
Obituary: Ouida C Wisener
Funeral service for Ouida C Wisener, age 55, will be held Monday, November 16, 2015 11 a.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home.
Visitation will be Sunday, November 15, 2016 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Death Announcement: William Howard Elliott, Jr.
William Howard Elliot, Jr. as born on March 22, 1948 and passed on November 11, 2015 at the age of 67. Moss-Service Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements but no arrangements have been announced at this time.
Obituary: Bobbie Buettner
Funeral for Bobbie Buettner, age 85, of Cullman, will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, November 17, at St. Paul's Lutheran with visitation two hours before the service at the church. Burial will follow at Cullman City Cemetery. Mrs. Buettner passed away Thursday, November 12. Moss...
Obituary: Frances Marie Braden
Graveside Funeral Service for Frances Marie Braden, 61 of Cullman, will be 3 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2015, at Antioch Cemetery in Oneonta, Alabama.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Ms. Braden passed away Friday, November 13, 2015, at her residence. She...
Obituary: Imogene Morris Mann
Funeral services for Imogene Morris Mann, age 84 of Cullman, will be on Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Cullman Heritage Chapel with Rev. James Burnham officiating. Interment will be in Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs....
Applebee’s Holds Monthlong Disabled Veterans Fundraiser
This is our 3rd or 4th year to do this particular fundraiser. We exceeded our goals and were able to buy more TrackChairs than we thought we’d be able to do.”
Debbie Wilson, Applebee's General Manager
CULLMAN — During November, Cullman’s Applebee's restaurant is holding its annual...
Group trip to Australia Planned by The Evelyn Burrow Museum
HANCEVILLE — Australia is a destination that finds a spot on bucket lists, and it is one item that can be checked off with a July 2106 trip planned by The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College.
The 12-day “Journey Down Under” is...
Mayor Proclaims November “Diabetes Awareness Month”
CULLMAN — On Thursday, November 12, 2015, Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson officially proclaimed the month of November 2015 “Diabetes Awareness Month” in the City of Cullman.
Type 1 diabetes, previously known as juvenile diabetes, affects over 1.25 million children and adults. Roughly 40,000 more...
Applebee’s Treats Veterans to Free Meal, American Legion Holds POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony
It seems like as time progresses more companies are doing more for veterans. That’s a wonderful thing to see.”
Michael Best, U.S. Air Force Security Police Veteran
CULLMAN — All day Wednesday Applebee’s honored local veterans by providing them free meals. The American Legion and the...
Obituary: Katie Miller Livingston
Funeral service for Katie Miller Livingston, 83, of Bremen, will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, November 12, 2015 at Johnson’s Grove Methodist Church, Rev. Johnny Freeman officiating with interment in adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Thursday at the...
Obituary: William Henry Speegle
Funeral Services for William Henry Speegle, age 75 of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2015 at Shelton Grove Church. Burial will follow in the Adjoining Cemetery, with Bro. Willis Langston officiating. He will Lie-in-State at the church from 10...
Death Announcement Robert Eugene O’Neal
Robert Eugene O'Neal, age 71, of Holly Pond, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2015 at his home. He was born in Cullman County to George and Pearl Davis O'Neal He is survived by his brothers, Michael (Linda) O'Neal and Gregory (Pam) O'Neal; and sisters,...
Walmart Grand Opening Set for Wednesday Morning
CULLMAN — On Wednesday, November 11, Walmart will open its second Cullman location.
According to the new store's manager, Joey Childress, the grand opening ceremony of Walmart Supercenter #7280 will begin at 7:30 a.m. and sales will begin at 8 a.m.
“We just cannot wait to start serving...
Senator Paul Bussman Discusses House Bill 26 at Public Forum
I think the five commissioners would give more citizen involvement. I think the bill was written in such a way that it saves money, so it would be a good thing. Some change every once in a while is good.”
Bob Burns
Granddaddy always told me,...
Obituary: Ruth Faye Freeman
Funeral service for Ruth Faye Freeman, 73, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m., Friday, November 13, 2015 at Mt. Carmel Methodist Church, Pastor Vince Light officiating with interment in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. The body will lie in state at the church from 10...
Johnny Charles Cook
Funeral services for Johnny Charles Cook, 50, of Hanceville will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel; Rev. Paul Campbell officiating; with interment in Bangor Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 5 p.m....
Jimmie Leon England
Funeral service for Jimmie Leon England, age 55, will be held Wednesday, November 11, 2015 2 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home.
Visitation will be Wednesday, November 11, 2015 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Amy Rebecca Harbin
Funeral services for Amy Rebecca Harbin, age 40, will be Sunday, November 8th, at 2 p.m., with interment in Fairview First Baptist Church Cemetery at Fairview; Rev. David Chambers officiating. Viewing at the Church will be from 1 until 2 p.m. Public visitation will...
Eva Leona Powe
Funeral Services for Eva Leona Powe, age 83 of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2015 in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, with Bro. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home directing.
Eva was born on...
Iva Lee McAfee Brown
Iva Lee McAfee Brown of Centerville, Georgia (formerly of Cullman) entered into eternal rest Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at her home, surrounded by family. She attended Cullman High School, Birmingham Business College and Florence State Teachers College. She began her career in teaching at Trimble...
Charles Author Henderson
Funeral service for Charles Author Henderson, age 66, will be Sunday, November 8, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home.
Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at the funeral home.
Moss Service Funeral Home is...
William Harold Oden
Funeral service for William Harold Oden, age 86, of Vinemont, will be Monday, November 9, 2015 at 2 pm at First Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be two hours before the service at the church. Burial will follow at Cullman City Cemetery. Mr. Oden passed...
Cullman Mayor Proclaims November “Adoption Month”
CULLMAN — On Thursday, November 5, 2015, Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson officially proclaimed the month of November 2015 “Adoption Month” in the City of Cullman.
Hundreds of children in Alabama — many of them in Cullman — are currently in foster care awaiting loving...
Cullman Electric Cooperative Warns Community of Not So New Phone Scam
Some people who had just paid their bill the previous week said that they panicked and paid the person on the phone.”
Cullman Electric Cooperative Communications Manager Brian Lacy
CULLMAN — On Tuesday, many Cullman residents began receiving phone calls from an individual falsely claiming to...
Clark Charles Branch, Jr.
Clark Charles Branch, Jr., 78, of Cullman, passed away on November 3, 2015, at his residence. Mr. Branch was a retired Certified Public Accountant. He enjoyed a long and successful career as Chief Financial Officer with McGriff Industries.
Mr. Branch enjoyed serving the Cullman community...
Bettye Juanita Tillman
Funeral services for Bettye Juanita Tillman, age 76 of Cullman, will be Friday, November 6, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Chapel with Rev. Larry Brown and Rev. Carol Poupore officiating; interment in Good Hope Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of...
Kristie Louann Overton
Kristie Louann Overton, age 41, of Warrior, passed away early Tuesday morning.
She was born in Jefferson County to William Gary and Sharon Tidwell Franklin. Survivors are her mother; son, Dustin (Shayla) Overton; daughter, Celina (Dalton Beasley) Overton; grandchildren, Kailee Overton and Kambree Holderfield; brother,...
Charles Dean Weatherly
Mr. Charles Dean Weatherly, age 57, of Holly Pond, passed away Tuesday morning, November 3, 2015. He was born in Georgia to N. D. and Movelle Clark Weatherford.
Mr. Weatherford worked in construction. He is predeceased by his parents, several siblings and one grandchild. Survivors...
New CCPL Program More than Fun and Games
We have a lot of kids coming in after school so we wanted to give them a little something different to do while they are waiting for their parents to pick them up.”
Sharon Townson, Assistant Library Director
CULLMAN — The Cullman County Public Library is...
Peggy Jean Mauricio
Peggy Jean Mauricio, 83, of Cullman, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2015 surrounded by her family at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at Seventh Street Baptist Church. Brother Kerry Cleghorn will...
Virginia “Ginny” Landman
Virginia “Ginny” Landman, 69, of Holly Pond passed away on Monday, November 2, 2015 at UAB Hospital. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Hanceville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
She...
Walmart Plans to Hire 1,500 Holiday Workers in Alabama; Wages Begin at $9 an Hour
BIRMINGHAM – Walmart announced this week it expects to hire approximately 1,500 associates at more than 100 stores in Alabama over the next few months to help during the busy holiday shopping season. The Alabama hires are among the 60,000 seasonal workers the company...
Welfare Checkup Leads to Meth Lab Discovery, Second Arrest in a Week
VINEMONT — On Monday, November 2, 2015, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), with the assistance of the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Christopher Dewayne Kimbril, 43-year-old registered sex offender of Vinemont for Manufacturing 1st and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
The...
Jenia Mae Griffith McPherson
Memorial services for Jenia Mae Griffith McPherson, 80, of Hanceville will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Hanceville Funeral Home is in charge...
Patsy Dale Curvin
Graveside funeral services for Patsy Dale Curvin, age 61 of Vinemont, will be at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at Flint Creek Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Miss Curvin passed away on Monday, November 1, 2015 at her...
Shirley Ann Branch
Shirley Ann Branch passed away October 31, 2015 at her residence. She was 67 years old.
There will be a Funeral Mass, Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Rev. Patrick Egan O.S.B. officiating, with interment at Sacred...
Donald Ray Horton
Donald Ray Horton, age 70, of Holly Pond, passed away Saturday morning, October 31, 2015, surrounded by his family. Arrangements will be announced Sunday afternoon after meeting with his family
Welfare Checkup Leads to Meth Lab Discovery and Arrest, Bond Set at $1M
VINEMONT — Thursday, October 29, 2015, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), with the assistance of the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Stanley Leon Martin, 43 years old of Vinemont for Manufacturing 1st, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd, and Unlawful Possession of Drug...
Inaugural ‘Sheriff’s Citizen Academy’ Gives Students Inside View of Department
I think in today’s time, we lack leadership within our community. This is your sheriff’s office and we wanted to provide you with a unique, transparent look at what we do in law enforcement and who we are.”
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry
CULLMAN — On...
More than $200,000 received for WSCC Future Foundation Scholarships
HANCEVILLE — Hundreds of Wallace State Future Foundation supporters helped make dreams come true Wednesday for multiple Wallace State Community College students by raising around $215,000 for scholarships at the 11th annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction held at Tom Drake Coliseum.
Supporters enjoyed a...
Karma’s Coffee House Brews Double Shot of Quality
We went to the idea of what goes around comes around, like do good, be good and wound up with Karma’s. It seemed to be most fitting and we quickly and easily grew a brand at that point.”
Katie Nelms — Owner, Karma's Coffee House
CULLMAN...
Wallace State Professor to Tell Murder Tale on Halloween Eve for National TV
HANCEVILLE – Beyond Productions of Australia has announced that Robert S. Davis, senior professor of History at Wallace State Hanceville, will appear on a special episode of Deadly Women on the Investigation Discovery Channel on Oct. 30, at 9 p.m. He will help narrate...
Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested
CULLMAN – On Sunday October 24, 2015, Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) deputies arrested Gregory Scott Walker, 40 years old of Hanceville for two counts of Attempted Murder.
Deputies responded to a domestic violence call at Walker’s residence on County Road 645 in the Walter...
Good Hope Trio to Perform ‘Difficult Version’ of ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ at Talladega Superspeedway
GOOD HOPE — On Saturday, October 24, Ty Parker, Rachel Roberts, and Gloria Crauswell will perform as the Good Hope Trio and commence the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series in Talladega.
Fox will broadcast the national performance live at 11:30 a.m., but the group's distinguished opportunity was presented...
Mayor Proclaims October “Dyslexia Awareness Month”
CULLMAN – On Monday, October 19, 2015, Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson officially proclaimed the month of October 2015 “Dyslexia Awareness Month” in the City of Cullman. On hand to accept the proclamation from Mayor Townson were Heather Gudger and April Metrock. Mrs. Gudger...
Vinemont Pill Bust Nets Methadone, Vimpat, Oxycontin
CULLMAN — On Thursday, October 15, 2015, Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Adam Seth Armstrong, 33 years old of Vinemont, Ala.
After a short investigation, CNET executed a search warrant on Armstrong’s residence where they discovered 26 methadone pills, 53 1/2...
CRMC Continues Mission to Care for All Area Citizens
CULLMAN — A cancer diagnosis of any kind sends chills down most people’s spine and triggers much stress. That diagnosis coupled with not having the financial means to pay for treatment can seem completely overwhelming. Luckily, Cullman area community members have options to assist...
Publix Grand Opening Has Customers ‘Amazed’
I am amazed at how they have restocked their shelves. There’s got to be a thousand people that have come through already and it looks like the aisles are completely full!”
Beth Collicott, Publix Customer
CULLMAN — On Wednesday, Cullman’s newest grocery store opened its doors...
Wallace State Future Foundation Plans 11th Annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction
Our goal at Wallace State is for our students to succeed academically, professionally and personally.”
Suzanne Harbin, Director of Advancement
HANCEVILLE — Members of the community that support Wallace State Community College are invited to attend the 11th Annual Student Investment Luncheon and Auction on Wednesday,...
Cullman City Council Holds October 12 Meeting
CULLMAN — A regular Cullman City Council meeting was held Monday night in Cullman City Hall's Lucille N. Galin Auditorium at 7 p.m.
The meeting began with roll call and the minutes from the September City Council meeting were approved.
Clint Hollingsworth was out of town...
Drug Bust Nets Acid and Meth
CULLMAN — Tuesday October 6, 2015, Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET), arrested Jose Marcelino Guzman, 22 years old of Albertville, Ala. following a traffic stop at the intersection of U.S. Highway 157 and Eva Road.
After detaining Mr. Guzman at the...
Cullman Kiwanis Club to Host Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Race
CULLMAN — On Saturday, October 10, as part of Cullman’s annual Oktoberfest celebration, the Cullman Kiwanis Club will host a Wiener Dog Race. The event will begin at Depot Park around 8:30 a.m. and end around 3 p.m.
Though the race has been drawing crowds...
Wallace State to Host Local ‘Walkin’ and Runnin’ for Children Day’
HANCEVILLE — On Saturday, October 10, Wallace State Community College in Hanceville will host a walk and 5k run to benefit Children’s of Alabama.
The event has taken place a few times in Cullman in the past, but this year the event will be statewide....
Cullman Man Fulfills Lifelong Goal
I wouldn't have bought a pair (of shoes) from anyone else today — Happy Birthday Mr. F.M. Cook. I don't know too many places that would allow a 90-year-old to still work. Thank you, Hibbett's and thank you, Mr. Cook.”
Jamie Speakman, Friend/Customer
CULLMAN — After...
