Arrests and Incidents reported July 28, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 28, 2023. 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 DepartmentIncidents
July 26• domestic violence-assault-3rd degree; person; CR 469
July...
Wahl, APLS vote to create list of ‘inappropriate’ library books
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) Board of Diretors on Wednesday approved a resolution creating a list of books with content “people might find inappropriate for teenagers and children.”
Alabama Republican Party Chair John Wahl, who sits on the board, made the...
West Point council mulls development of new subdivision
The West Point Town Council discusses development projects at this week's meeting.
WEST POINT - With plans to increase housing in the area to accommodate new businesses and residents, West Point's Town Council sat down for a lengthy discussion this week about the possible development...
Meth pipe thrown from vehicle during traffic stop leads to arrests and multiple charges
CULLMAN - On Wednesday, May 18, Cullman Police Department Narcotics Investigators Chris Thomason and Justin Craft stopped a blue Jeep Cherokee for a traffic violation on County Road 1147. As the Cherokee was coming to a stop, one of the occupants threw what appeared...
Obituary: Bobby D. Pruett
Graveside services for Mr. Bobby D. Pruett, 64, of Cullman are 2 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 24 at Lawrence Chapel Cemetery. Visitation on Thursday from 11:30 to 1:30 at Cullman Funeral Home.
Mr. Pruett passed away on Jan. 22, 2019.
He was born March 23, 1954 to...
Arrest report: July 23-25
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for July 23-25. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
July 23
Bagwell, Westley Lamar, 37
violation of domestic protection order
Boda, David Lee, 45
harassment
Gillott, Carthel Don, 72
prohibited residence- residing...
ATF: AL concealed-carry permits no longer acceptable in place of background checks
CULLMAN, Ala. - The U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) on Monday issued an advisory to all Alabama federal firearms licensees (FFLs) saying, in part, "In the interest of public safety, and effective immediately, FFLs in Alabama may...
OBITUARY: Andy Gaskey
Visitation for Andy Gaskey, 67, of Cullman will be from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at Moss-Service Funeral Home. Memorial services will be at a later date.
Mr. Gaskey was born July 1, 1947 in Gadsden to Leroy and Florence Higginbotham...
Obituary: Hubert Donald Tolbert
Mr. Hubert Donald Tolbert of Cullman Alabama passed away January 16, 2019 at the age of 84. He was born July 4, 1934 to Johnny Hubert and Netty Marie Cagle Tolbert. Funeral services are Friday, January 18, 2019 at 1 PM at Moss Funeral...
Etha Baptist hosts BBQ to raise mission funds
Back (L-R): Shane Rusk, Danny Baker, Wess Glispie, Shay Brown and MiKayla Hadley
Front (L-R): Jo Anna Brown and Jasmine Rusk
Other volunteers not pictured: Johnathan Shofner, Sherry Swindall and Ilen Gutherie
CULLMAN - Members of the Etha Baptist Church on Friday held the first of...
PREP SOCCER: Lady Warriors punch ticket to postseason with 2-0 win over Brewer
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors were back on the field Saturday afternoon for a rematch with Brewer and after falling to the Lady Patriots 3-2 earlier in the week, the Lady Warriors bounced back with a 2-0 win to secure...
Alabama Flyboard brings unique experience to Cullman
Flyboarding allows riders to “fly” vertically, 10 feet above the surface of the water. / All photos courtesy of JWB Photography
CULLMAN - Thanks to the entrepreneurship of Blake Harper, visitors to Smith Lake can now experience the thrill of flyboarding.
Previously available primarily in tourist...
Cullman Council considering $1.5M loan to HomTex for expanded mask production
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council announced in an emergency meeting Monday afternoon that it will consider a $1.5 million loan to the city Industrial Development Board which will, in turn, be loaned to textile manufacturer HomTex for the purchase of equipment that...
Colony Senior Center celebrates Black History Month and 45th anniversary
COLONY, Ala. - Black History Month is an annual celebration that takes place in the United States and Canada in February, to recognize and celebrate the achievements of African Americans. It is a month dedicated to honoring the legacy of black history, and also...
WSCC Occupational Therapy Assistant program hosts pinning ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Graduates of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program at Wallace State Community College were recognized at a pinning ceremony during the final days of the summer semester.
Program director Laura Smith noted this was her first cohort in her three years at the...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 9, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
November 5
domestic violence-3rd degree; Ridge St. N.W. fraudulent use of debit/credit card; 2nd...
Care for Claire Bear: group raises more than $5,000 for local toddler battling cancer
CULLMAN - Family, friends and local residents gathered this weekend to raise funds for a local 23-month-old girl who has captured the heart of the community. Money raised at the event will go toward expenses for medical treatment and travel for Claire “Bear” Byars...
Obituary: Deborah Kay (Turner) Goodson
Funeral services for Deborah Kay (Turner) Goodson, 61, of Union Grove, Alabama will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Fairview West Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Stanley Owensby will be officiating. Visitation for...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bulldogs set to host Aggies, local teams preparing for road matchups
There are just three home games on the docket this week
but one of those is a local showdown. Fairview and Hanceville will face off at
Ray Talley Stadium this Friday while Holly Pond and Good Hope prepare to host
Ider and Priceville respectively. Cullman and West...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 30, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 30, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Jan. 27• harassment; CR 1371• Violation of Protection Order; Hwy. 91• domestic violence; Hwy....
Arrests and Incidents reported Oct. 16, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 16, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
October 10• domestic violence-criminal mischief; Hwy. 69 N• theft of property; CR 312• theft...
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...
Siddalee Drake crowned 2019 Teen Miss Fair Princess
CULLMAN, Ala. – Twelve young girls participated in the 2019 Teen Miss Fair Princess Pageant Thursday night.
Siddalee Drake, 13, daughter of Jimmy Drake and the late Amy Drake, was crowned 2019 Teen Miss Fair Princess.
Victoria Faith Hudson, 15, daughter of Angela Hudson, won...
Cullman County Public Library summer events well underway
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wednesday morning at Cullman City Public Library, children from across the community came together to enjoy the Chalk Art event which was organized, and even improved upon, by its wonderful librarians.
Two years ago, at the last Chalk Art event, children were...
Obituary: Kenneth “Wade” Blalock, 64, of Hanceville
Graveside services for Kenneth "Wade" Blalock, 64, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 1 p.m. Monday, March 30, 2020 at Shelton Grove Baptist Cemetery. Reverend Ray Ponder will be officiating. Mr. Blalock is survived by his son, Darrell Blalock; grandson, Myles Blalock; father, J.D. Blalock,...
Cullman County Board of Education recognizes student achievements
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Thursday afternoon took time at the beginning of its June meeting on Thursday to recognize Cold Springs High School students Madeline Mitchell and Piper Stricklin for their gold medals at state level Future Career...
Obituary: Sherri Smith Hudson
Funeral services for Sherri Smith Hudson of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 7 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Trueman Davis will be officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 6 at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mrs....
CAMPAIGN 2018: Q&A with Carol Berry
Carol Berry (Courtesy of Carol Berry)
CULLMAN - This week, The Tribune caught up with candidate Carol Berry, who is challenging incumbent Tammy Brown for the post of Cullman County Probate Judge in the June 5 primary election. A Vinemont native and Cullman resident, Berry...
Rock the South 2018 closes with powerhouse performances
Hank Williams, Jr. and Eric Church closed out Rock the South 2018 Saturday night. (W.C. Mann/Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - It was huge, it was loud, and it was a rollicking good time. Rock the South (RTS) 2018 brought down the house, closing...
Huge day for CP&R: Art in the Park festival sees City Park renamed “Art Park”
Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs officially unveils plans for the renovation of City Park, now renamed “Art Park”
CULLMAN - It could not have been a bigger day in the tiny southwest corner of the city of Cullman. After a run at Heritage Park, Cullman City...
52 ODES OF JOY: THE F-WORDS
F-WORDS are not used frequently enough. At least that’s true for some F-WORDS. There are so many FABU F-WORDS, I’ve FINAGLED them into two fragments, 25 in this installment and 25 MORE F-WORDS in the next.
To fortify your familiarity with the four basic facets...
Arrests and incidents reported August 9, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 9, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 5
domestic violence; Ratliff St. NE, Hancevilleburglary; unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; CR 438criminal mischief;...
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.
Hanceville council honors Civitans, mulls options for derelict properties
Mayor Nail presents a proclamation to club representative Nancy Horton.
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday evening, Mayor Kenneth Nail and the Hanceville City Council opened their regular meeting by honoring the city’s local Civitan Club, and proclaiming May 2017 as Civitan Awareness Month. Nancy Horton accepted...
John Apel honored with Rotary Club’s Service Above Self Award
Rotarian Jeb Williamson presents the William O. Buettner Service Above Self Award to honoree John Apel. (Photo courtesy Maria Stanford)
CULLMAN - On Thursday, Jan. 17, the Cullman Rotary Club presented its William O. Buettner Service Above Self Award to John Apel. Apel, a native...
Obituary: Billy G. Chandler
Billy G. Chandler, age 80, of Scottsboro, AL., formerly of Cullman, AL., died Tuesday, January 15, 2019.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Edgar Floyd and Lillie Gertrude Hancock Chandler; and his brother, Jimmy Chandler. Billy is survived by sisters: Carolyn Carden and...
Year of the Rat: Cullman Library celebrates Chinese New Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – Chinese New Year will be celebrated in many parts of the world this Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020. This past Saturday at the Cullman County Public Library, the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC), with the help of Panda...
Gentry responds to lawsuit against him, 48 other sheriffs
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry / Tribune file photo
CULLMAN - Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry responded late Tuesday to a lawsuit filed on Friday, Jan. 5 by the Southern Center for Human Rights and Alabama Appleseed Center for Law and Justice against 49 Alabama...
Historical profile: The old Reid homeplace
GOOD HOPE - Located on Reid Road in Good Hope, this old house holds many happy memories for my family and me. Although it no longer belongs to my kinfolk, we still refer to it as ‘the old Reid homeplace’ because it was where...
Obituary: Reba Carolyn Chandler Lewter
Reba Carolyn Chandler Lewter died Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020 in Fairview, Alabama, her home for the past 37 years. A beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and teacher at the former Baileyton Jr. High School, Reba lost her battle with dementia and cancer. She was surrounded...
‘It’s for the kids’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) students had the chance to get up close and personal with local first responders Friday afternoon at the fourth annual Restore Love event, hosted by Cook Ministries.
“It’s for the kids; it’s really just a matter...
Cullman County PALS presents annual beautification awards
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2019 Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) Beautification Awards were presented to several area businesses, schools and civic organizations Thursday afternoon at a luncheon at Camp Meadowbrook. This year’s winners were selected by PALS, based on the scores...
Welcome to Berlin
BERLIN, Ala. - The town of Berlin was incorporated in 2018, becoming the 12th municipality in Cullman County. The community of Berlin has existed as long as, if not longer than, most Cullman communities and is centered around Walker’s Corner USA which is the...
Obituary: Alice Florence Daniel
Alice Florence Daniel, 84, passed away January 12. Service information is unavailable at this time. Arrangements under the direction of Moss Service Funeral Home.
Obituary: Eugene Tunney Fell
Eugene Tunney Fell, age 92, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022. Eugene was born December 18, 1929 in Crane Hill to Lee Roy and Desser Twilley Fell.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Geneva Waldrep, Geanetta Sharpton,...
Kimberly woman killed in crash on I-65 in Cullman County
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CULLMAN COUNTY - A two-vehicle crash on Interstate 65 in Cullman County claimed the life of a Kimberly woman early Sunday morning. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. near mile marker 304.
Kelsey Marie Treadaway, 31, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to...
Arrests and incidents reported November 19, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 19, 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
November 17
first-degree theft of property; person; fraudulent use of...
Obituary: Jennifer Rene Mullen
Jennifer Rene Mullen was born June 19, 1981 and passed away Dec. 15, 2019.
‘Clothed in Cullman’ raises more than $18K for Curt’s Closet
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hundreds of Cullman-area residents turned out at the Cullman Civic Center Saturday to shop, eat and show their support for Ashley Wilson and her free clothing boutique, Curt’s Closet. At “Clothed in Cullman,” tables were set for a good-sized crowd, based...
Obituary: Peggy Sue Goodlett
Graveside services for Peggy Sue Goodlett, 85, of Cullman will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Etha Baptist Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Goodlett passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at Cullman Regional. She was born June...
Obituary: James Lynn Daniel
Arrangements for James Lynn Daniel, age 67, Cullman, are incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Daniel was born Feb. 12, 1956 to Curtis L. Daniel and Creta Mae Elkins Daniel. He passed from this life on Jan. 27, 2024.
He...
For Curt: friends and family gather to celebrate life of CHS student Curt Wilson
Guests were asked to sign a “CW” for Curt’s mother, Ashley Wilson./ W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Sunday afternoon, the Cullman Elks Lodge was the site of a celebration of the life of Curt Wilson, a Cullman High School student who lost his life as...
Obituary: Donald Dale Tidwell
Don was born August 25, 1933 in Holly Pond. He passed away Friday, April 1, 2016, 2:06 a.m. at his residence, 1035 Edwardian Way, Cullman. He was preceded in death by his mother, Maudie Crutchfield Tidwell; sister, Dot Tidwell Sims; and brother, Trevor Tidwell.
He...
Arrests and incidents reported on March 18, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 18, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 14
unlawful possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of...
Wallace State athletics has 6 teams earn NJCAA All-Academic honorable mention status
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State athletics had six teams recognized this week as National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) All-Academic honorable mention programs for the 2015-16 academic year after a record 35 student-athletes at the college were named NJCAA Athletes of Distinction.
Wallace State’s volleyball team...
More than 40 volunteers, including off-duty deputies, detectives and EMS, search for missing woman
CULLMAN - The family of missing woman Jordan Lee Wilson received an outpouring of support this past weekend from more than 40 volunteers who traveled from throughout the country to join several off-duty Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies in their efforts to find Wilson.
The...
Wallace State health programs offering new options, curriculum changes
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Three health programs at Wallace State Community College are making changes to expand their offerings or altering the curriculum to offer students more options to enter the workforce, to specialize in specific areas in their chosen field or to decrease the...
Sunshiny successful Saturday for Fairview Band
Beautiful weather set the stage for a fun and successful event. (Heather Mann for The Tribune)
FAIRVIEW - A sunny Randall Shedd Community Park was filled with visitors, vendors and vehicles from all around Cullman on Saturday. The reason? To take part in Fairview Band's...
Obituary: Tommy Dean “Tom” Smith
Tommy Dean “Tom” Smith, 67, of Haleyville entered into rest July 11, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Tommy was born May 20, 1953 in Missouri.
Visitation will be held Sunday, July 12, 2020 from 2-4 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville,...
Fortunes told, crystals sold at new metaphysical supply shop
CULLMAN, Ala. – The weather was dreary, yet no less magical for opening day of new metaphysical supply shop Magickal Remedies. As its name implies, the focus of the shop includes a wide variety of crystal tumbles and towers, dried herbs and resins, a...
Obituary: Milton Ray Bolzle
Funeral service for Milton Ray Bolzle, age 83, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 at St. John's Evangelical Church; Rev. John Richter and Mr. Nathan Williams officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m....
Obituary: Petsey Hope Phillips
It is with great sadness that the family of Petsey Hope Phillips announces her passing on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019 at the age of 85.
Petsey loved working in her flower garden and especially loved her day lilies. She was an exceptional seamstress in her...
WATCH: Shedd, Harbison, Bussman talk state, local issues at annual Cullman luncheon; Bussman takes aim at Alabama State Department of Education
Sen. Paul Bussman, R-Cullman spent a good portion of his time speaking about education at Friday’s State of the State Community Luncheon. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2018 State of the State Community Luncheon took place on Friday, with...
47th Annual Cullman Rotary Club Auction sees crowd in new location
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 47th annual Cullman Rotary Club Auction saw a large crowd Friday evening. The silent and live auction featured items such as desserts, clothing, various household, personal and business goods, artwork, pet products, gift certificates, gift baskets, home landscaping tools, furniture,...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 30, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 30, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidentsAug. 29
third-degree burglary; person; 8th St. SW; tools;...
Meet Oktoberfest 2019 Burgermeister Steve Moore
CULLMAN, Ala. - Being Burgermeister of Cullman’s Oktoberfest celebration can be a hectic duty during the event, but Steve Moore, the city’s 2019 selection, may actually have to slow down a little to take on the task.
Moore, an Arkadelphia native and 1979 graduate of...
Obituary: Jimmie “Pee-Wee” Ryan
Funeral services for Jimmie “Pee-Wee” Ryan of Cullman will be 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Larry Duke will be officiating the service. Visitation for the public will be from...
1 person dead in incident at Stony Lonesome OHV Park
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Updated 2-24-18 10:09 p.m.
BREMEN - One person has been killed in an incident at Stony Lonesome OHV Park, confirmed Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick said the person, only identified as a 21-year-old female, died at the scene.
According to Cullman County Commissioner Kerry...
Gov. Ivey declares April 27, 2017, “A Day of Remembrance,” orders flags to half-staff
MONTGOMERY – In memory of the sixth anniversary of the 62 deadly tornadoes that struck Alabama on April 27, 2011, Gov. Kay Ivey has declared April 27, 2017, as a “Day of Remembrance.” The governor has also ordered flags across the state to be...
Obituary: Jonathan Clark White
Jonathan
Clark White, 31, of Tarrant passed away Nov. 4, 2019.
He was born Aug. 16, 1988 in Jefferson County.
Jonathan was a hard worker and had many talents and
abilities. He was working as a carpenter, employed by Z modular, but his skill
and work ethic...
United Way of Cullman County Day of Caring Sept. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) announced Thursday that it will host a modified version of its annual Day of Caring Sept. 15, 2020.
According to UWCC, “The event will provide community members with a meaningful and collective volunteer opportunity and serve...
Several Friday night basketball games rescheduled due to threat of snow
CULLMAN COUNTY - With the possibility of snow and travel issues Friday into Friday evening, several Friday evening area prep basketball games have been rescheduled or postponed.
The Meek at Good Hope and Susan Moore at Holly Pond games have been postponed. Holly Pond will...
Arrest report: May 14
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for May 14. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Cunningham, Tonya Farr, 41
possession of drug paraphernalia
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Gilland, Chad Michael, 36
possession of drug...
Obituary: Abe Lee Edwards
Abe Lee Edwards, 72, of Bear Creek, entered into rest on January 12, 2017 at Haleyville Health Care.
Mr. Edwards was born on February 14, 1944 in Winston County. He was a long time member of Cherry Hill Church of God in Haleyville.
Visitation will be...
Arrests and incidents reported Feb. 26, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 26, 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
Feb. 21
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157;...
Obituary: Robert E. Hines
Funeral services for Robert E. Hines, 86 of Hanceville will be held on Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at 11 a.m. in Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel, Bro. Larry Duke officiating. Interment will follow in Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m....
Jordan Lee cruises in knockout round at REDCREST 2022 on Grand Lake
TULSA, Okla. (March 26, 2022) – Berkley pro Jordan Lee of Cullman, Alabama, caught 11 scorable bass weighing 33 pounds, 2 ounces to win the Knockout Round (Group B) on Day 4 of the Major League Fishing (MLF) REDCREST 2022 presented by Costa Sunglasses,...
Obituary: Dennis Allen Glover
Funeral services for Dennis Allen Glover, 64, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Friday, March 5, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Jones Chapel Cemetery; Rev. Steve Rodgers and Ben McKenzie officiating. Visitation will be from noon-2 p.m. at the...
Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 20, 2023. 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 DepartmentIncidents
Jan. 19• theft of property-2nd degree; Radio Shack;...
Obituary: Ronald Monroe Henry
Ronald Henry, 73, of Cullman, passed away at his residence on Saturday, July 23, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents: Millard and Lottie Bell Henry. He left behind a daughter: Stacey Sivley (Tim); brother: Tony Henry; and two sisters: Helen Sharp...
Parkside School earns Blue Ribbon Schools Lighthouse Award, named Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
Parkside School, seen here on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, is located in Baileyton. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
BAILEYTON - April 2 was an exciting day for Parkside School, as it was named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence (BRSE). The school received the Blue...
Cullman County Animal Shelter: hopeful but realistic
Animal Control Capt. Tim McKoy, Sgt. Chris Westmoreland and Officer Cameron Berryhill
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Animal Shelter takes in a wide variety of animals, from kittens and tiny lap dogs to livestock. But what happens then?
The shelter has 33 kennels, plus a small...
West Point manhandles Springville, comes out on top 42-10
WEST POINT - The West Point Warriors hosted the Springville Tigers tonight and both very physical teams showed their tenacity early on.
Springville messed up on their first play, fumbling at their own 27-yard line, and the Warriors took full advantage and scored early, putting...
CCBOE recognizes sports teams
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its monthly meeting, the Cullman County Board of Education recognized two of its athletic teams. Good Hope High School’s Girls’ Basketball team and Cold Springs High School’s Cross Country team; both of which had impressive seasons.
The GHHS Girls’ Basketball team...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 55 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 3,869 cases confirmed across the county since the beginning of the pandemic. Of those, 1,104 were confirmed in...
Obituary: Muriel Hassell Helton
Muriel Hassell Helton, 96, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sept. 20, 2022. Funeral services for Mrs. Helton will be announced at a later time.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Holly Pond Cemetery in memory of Muriel.
Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announces sentencing of habitual-offender Nathan Winston Stephens
(Photo courtesy of the CCSO)
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announces that Nathan Winston Stephens was sentenced to 75 years in prison by Circuit Judge Greg Nicholas on Thursday for his failure to register as a sex offender conviction from November.
“Although...
Year in Review: Cullman County mayors
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune reached out to mayors of all Cullman County municipalities to hear what they feel were the highlights in their communities in 2020, as well as what residents can look forward to this year. Carla Hart, Holly PondHighlights of 2020:...
FFA Week with Ethan Lake
Freshmen FFA group after receiving their green hand degrees
WEST POINT - At the ripe old age of 27, Ethan Lake has come full circle, well, at least for now. Lake, who is a graduate of West Point High School, is now living his dream...
Meet Officer John Anderson, the American Legion’s Police Officer of the Year
Cullman Police Officer John Anderson (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN - Cullman’s American Legion Post 4 recently awarded its Police Officer of the Year award to Cullman Police Officer John Anderson. Anderson currently serves as the school resource officer (SRO) for Cullman High...
Cullman Co. Mayors and Commissioners Association selects new officers, public service award recipient
Incoming CCMCA officers, from left, Vice President Donnis Leeth of Colony and President Bill Oliver of Holly Pond / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - At its last meeting of 2017, the Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association (CCMCA) elected new officers, and selected a recipient for...
Fairview students chosen for Alabama Shakespeare Festival production
Ally Grund and Aaron Moyland
FAIRVIEW - If you want classical theater in this part of the country, there’s no place like the Alabama Shakespeare Festival (ASF) in Montgomery. For two Fairview High School seniors, it is their immediate post-graduation destination.
After auditions at four locations...
Goat Island Brewing undergoing 3rd expansion in 3 years
More than 1,000 square feet of Goat Island Brewing’s floor had to be taken up to put in a new reinforced floor with drainage for the new equipment. (Photo courtesy Mike Mullaney)
CULLMAN - Goat Island Brewing, Cullman’s hometown brewery, known for its revival of...
OBITUARY: Mary Ann Baker
Graveside services for Mary Ann Baker, 88, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m., Friday, November 21st, at Cullman City Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Baker passed away Thursday, November 20, 2014 at Woodland Nursing Home....
Domestic violence agencies to begin receiving additional funds
MONTGOMERY – Seventeen domestic violence agencies across Alabama will begin receiving additional funds to provide services for victims, including Victim Services of Cullman.
The Domestic Violence Trust Fund, which went into effect in January, will supply supplemental revenue for the agencies to provide shelter for...
Addison Bulldogs superior in 2nd half, down Hanceville 46-20
HANCEVILLE - For the first half, the Hanceville Bulldogs went toe to toe with the Addison Bulldogs in coach Craig Flanigan's debut at Ray Talley Stadium Friday night.
But the contest became a different story in the second, with Addison dominating and pulling away from...
Cullman Farm-City Tour to explore local agritourism farms Nov. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Farm-City will host its annual Farm City Tour on Nov. 1, departing from the Cullman County Extension Office. Guests are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes, as they will be visiting a handful of Cullman’s beautiful farms, witnessing and learning about...
North Alabama Agriplex’s Heritage Skills Camp beginning at the end of June
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will be hosting a special Heritage Skills Camp next week from Tuesday, June 28 through Thursday, June 30 from 9 a.m. until noon each day.
The camp’s teachers are a lineup of who’s who amongst the Cullman area...
Wallace State HIT program ranked among Top 50 in nation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Health Information Technology program has earned a position among the Top 50 Medical and Coding programs by Intelligent.com, a resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning.
The Top 50 Medical and Coding Programs for 2021 is...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope softball field named in honor of Greg “Pooh” Owen
(photo courtesy of Dana Dunagan)
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Feb. 25, 2019 is a day that will always be remembered in Good Hope sports history as Good Hope's softball field was dedicated and named in honor of Greg "Pooh" Owen and the Lady Raiders defeated...
