Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 20, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 20, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 15• possession with intent to distribute controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR...
Cullman City Council recognizes retired Planning Commission Chairman Mike Voss
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Feb. 19, recognized Mike Voss, recently retired chairman of the City of Cullman Planning Commission, for his 16 years of service to the City on the commission. Voss had served since September 2007, and...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 7 Cullman falls to No. 1 Buckhorn 62-37 in NW Regional Finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After defeating Muscle Shoals in the Sweet 16 Thursday, the Cullman Bearcats were back on the court at Wallace State Tuesday morning to face top-ranked Buckhorn in the Northwest Regional Championship Game. The Bearcats jumped out to an 8-0 lead over...
‘We’ve had an amazing year’
First Source for Women hosts Me and My Gal Luncheon and Tea Party
CULLMAN, Ala. - The interior of the beautiful Brickhaven Venue was transformed into something more closely resembling Buckingham Palace or a royal sitting room near the time of high tea, courtesy of...
Cullman City Council names Brian Bradberry to new post: public safety director
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Feb. 19, suspended regular procedural rules to approve its first reading and ordinance to create the new city staff position of public safety director, and a few moments later passed a resolution to name...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Raiders rout Fairview 16-1, Monday scoring recap
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope struck first and in a big way in their opening at-bats. Lexi Steed reached on a Fairview error to lead off the inning, then Campbell Koch hit an RBI double to left field to put the Lady Raiders...
Obituary: Betty Louise Harris
Graveside service for Betty Louise Harris, age 90, of Hanceville, is Friday, Feb. 23, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Betty was born Oct. 14, 1933 to Oscar O. Richter and Frances Peinhardt...
Obituary: Doris Fay Crawford
Doris Fay Crawford, age 74, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024. Doris was born in Cullman, Alabama on Feb. 24, 1949 to Clevon and Jessie Thomason Grimmett. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband: Clarence Crawford and grandson:...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 19, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 19, 2024. 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
Feb. 13• retail theft of property-3rd degree; Sally...
St. Bernard celebrates Honor Society inductions
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School recently held its annual Honor Society induction ceremony to recognize students for their outstanding achievements in scholarship, service, leadership and character. The ceremony, presided over by Honor Society President Andrew Tombo, followed the weekly Mass, emphasizing the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope’s season ends in Sweet 16 with 81-71 loss to Deshler
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After coming from behind to defeat Randolph and punching their ticket to the Northwest Regional, the Good Hope Raiders were back in action Monday at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum to face Deshler in the Sweet 16. The Raiders shot 50%...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 1 Good Hope handles No. 3 Deshler 68-45 to advance to Elite 8
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – For the fourth consecutive year, Good Hope and Deshler clashed in the postseason Monday morning and after being eliminated by the Lady Tigers the last two seasons, the Lady Raiders bounced back in a big way this time around, dominating Deshler...
FAITH: SHE Collective at Daystar Church
Daystar Church is providing a new biblical outlook in one of its small groups – one specifically geared toward women seeking to be closer to God while encouraging others. The small group, dubbed SHE Collective, is a gathering of godly women that began small...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has made several unrelated drug and felony arrests recently, including:
Feb. 6
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Berlin community. Justin Wayne Farr, 32, of Cullman, and Kinsey Nikole Burns, 20, of Cullman, were identified as passengers in the...
ACES: 4 ways to participate in National Bird Feeding Month
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - February is among one of the most important months for feeding birds in Alabama, as backyard songbirds have limited access to their favorite foods during the winter. Grab a camera and join the Alabama Cooperative Extension System outdoors to participate...
St. Paul’s to recognize 7 founding families at 5th annual Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School’s Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction is the largest fundraiser of the year for the school. This year’s event will take place on April 13. Said the school in a media release, “It is a fantastic...
WSCC: Sessions provide information on Health Science programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Health Science programs will soon begin accepting applications for Fall 20204 admission. To answer any questions potential students may have about the programs, information sessions will be held on Thursday, Feb. 29, and Wednesday, April 3, from...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
Marriages:
August 26, S.S. Abbott, 59, to Mollie Murray, 50.
August 27, Otice L. Jones, 20, to Sarah Tankersley, 21.
August 28, Meredith McKleroy, 18, to Clara Pettus, 16, Lemmuel M. Brock, 67, to Anna Harben, 59 and Bernice B. Calvert, 24, to...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point opens season with tournament win, Saturday scoring recap
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors hosted this year's West Point Softball Tournament Saturday, and they opened up their season with wins over Winston County (4-1), Falkville (9-0) and Fairview (16-0).
West Point 4 - Winston County 1 (Softball)
West Point got on...
Obituary: Vonda Lambert Bates
Vonda Lambert Bates, known as Maw Maw by most, passed away on Feb. 16, 2024, at the age of 86. Ms. Bates was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on Nov. 13, 1937, to Vester John and Nellie Estes Lambert.
Vonda was a homemaker who enjoyed...
Obituary: Lorena Mae Spinks Maloney
Lorena Mae Spinks Maloney passed away Feb. 14, 2024 in Cullman, Alabama. She was born Jan. 14, 1934, in Fluker, Louisiana to John Ellis Spinks and Lela Belle Carter Spinks, who were farmers in Tangipahoa Parish. Upon her high school graduation in Franklinton, LA,...
WSCC, UAB welcome 9th cohort for joint enrollment program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than a dozen students from Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education’s Joint Enrollment program with the University of Alabama at Birmingham recently participated in the Lamp of Learning and White Coat Ceremony for Nursing. The ceremony marks the...
Cullman Chamber holds mixer at The National
CULLMAN, Ala. - Members of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce made their way to The National for the Chamber’s monthly mixer – Business After Hours – Monday evening. The mixer is typically sponsored by a member business, and this month it was longtime...
41st annual Stars and Stripes Rodeo returning March 1-2
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Band Boosters are kicking into gear this week and preparing for a crowd. The 41st annual Stars and Stripes Rodeo will take place March 1-2. The event is the main fundraiser for the school’s band program.
Held at...
Vinemont to microsurface several roads
VINEMONT, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on the evening of Feb. 13, the Vinemont Town Council met to discuss a few business matters, new and old.
New business began with a request from Public Works Director Mike Graves, who asked the council...
Pet of the week: Make a spot for Eva
CULLMAN, Ala. - Leisurely stroll takers and recreational hikers and wanderers: The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week was made for you. Eva, a sweet, short-term resident at the Cullman County Animal Shelter, is patiently waiting to earn the adventure buddy or snuggle bug...
CATA opens its doors to the public
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) held its community Open House on Thursday, Feb. 15, giving prospective students and their families the opportunity to take a peek inside each classroom block, speak with instructors and current students and get a feel...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 16, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 16, 2024. 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
Feb. 13• theft of property-2nd degree; Los Cabos;...
Op-Ed: A tale of 2 fandoms: The Chiefs, Swifties and a Super Bowl to remember
In the intricate tapestry of modern pop culture, few threads have ever been as seamlessly woven as that of Taylor Swift and NFL fandom. As Taylor Swift’s boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and the Kansas City Chiefs clinched their third Lombardi Trophy in just four trips...
The Garage set to host inaugural My Bloody Valentine powerlifting meet
CULLMAN, Ala. - The inaugural My Bloody Valentine powerlifting meet is set for Saturday, Feb.24, from 6 p.m. until the last athlete has completed his or her final lift. Weigh-ins for athletes will begin at 4. The meet will be held at The Garage,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Warriors fall to No. 1 Jasper at NW Regional 63-39
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After capturing an area championship and handling Wenonah in the Sub-Regional, the West Point Lady Warriors were back at the Northwest Regional Tournament Friday morning competing in the Sweet 16. West Point matched up with top-ranked Jasper and after a tight...
Obituary: Craig Lee Golden, Jr.
Craig Lee Golden, Jr., lovingly called C.J. by his family and friends, was born on June 20, 2000, in Birmingham, Alabama. C.J. passed away on Feb. 14, 2024, in Shelby County, Alabama, at the age of 23.
C.J. loved military history from an early age...
Cullman City Council enacts mobile business ordinance, increases parks and rec staff
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an ordinance to govern “mobile vendors (food trucks), pushcarts, ice cream trucks and mobile business units.” Over a dozen mobile food vendors are currently operating on a regular basis in the city, and the...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 15, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 15, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 12• possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 439• domestic violence;...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman advances to NW Regional Finals with 56-51 OT win over Muscle Shoals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats made their third consecutive Sweet 16 appearance at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Wednesday morning, and it took more than four quarters for them to settle things with Muscle Shoals. The Trojans hit a three-pointer just before the...
Obituary: Theresa R. Luker
Theresa R. Luker, age 64, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 at Woodland Village.
There are no arrangements at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Theresa was born March 22, 1959. She is preceded in death by her...
Obituary: Rebecca Frances Holmes Qualls
Rebecca Frances Holmes Qualls, age 82, passed away February 12, 2024.
Becky was a native of Cullman, AL although she had lived in Huntsville, AL for the last 30 years. Becky moved back to Cullman last year with her dog Izzy.
Rebecca is preceded in death...
Hope Horses celebrates 10 years
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. celebrated 10 years of serving the community this week, welcoming the community to a ribbon cutting event on Tuesday, Feb. 13.
Executive Director Kelsey Scott said, “The big thing here and the success and growth of Hope...
Obituary: Sabria Arlin Knight
Funeral services for Sabria Arlin Knight, 80, of Hayden, will be 5 p.m., Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 at Center Hill Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service in the adjoining cemetery.
Visitation will be prior to the service from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m....
Obituary: Geneva Sue Coggins
Memorial service for Geneva Sue Coggins, age 71, of Cullman, is incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Geneva was born Aug. 20, 1952 to John H. Fillmore and Odell Louise Hardin Fillmore. She passed from this life on Feb. 14,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 14, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 14, 2024. 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
Feb. 12• leaving scene of accident; City of...
PREP BASKETBALL: Meek falls to No. 3 Belgreen at NW Regional 54-34
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After claiming an area championship and toppling Waterloo in the Sub-Regional round, Meek’s postseason run continued at the 1A Northwest Regional at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Wednesday. The Lady Tigers matched up with No. 3 Belgreen in the Sweet 16...
Cullman County Public Library brings community together
CULLMAN, Ala.- A public library is a place for imagination to take flight, knowledge to take root and a sense of adventure to flourish. Inside a library, the mundane tasks of the everyday world can seem light years away, as if the words of...
Bo Jackson announces date for 2024 Bo Bikes Bama
AUBURN, Ala. – Bo Jackson announced the date of the 13th annual Bo Bikes Bama to be held on the 13th anniversary of the 2011 tornadoes – Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Auburn. Bo Bikes Bama raises money for disaster recovery and preparedness in...
Flourish of Cullman Mardi Gras Bingo and Silent Auctions set for April 6
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Flourish of Cullman will host its Mardi Gras Bingo and Silent Auction event on Saturday, April 6.
Flourish aims to bring awareness, acceptance and support to the differently abled community, no matter their abilities. Its mission statement reads, “Flourish of...
Obituary: Tara Lynn Coleman
Celebration of Life service for Tara Lynn Coleman, age 41, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024 at West Point First Baptist Church with Rev. Samuel Tucker officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ms. Coleman passed away...
Obituary: L. E. Guthery
Funeral services for L. E. Guthery, of Arab will be 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Fairview West Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 13, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 13, 2024. 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
Feb. 6• harassment; person; 13th St. NE
Feb. 8•...
January 2024 health department scores
CULLMAN, Ala. – Each month, food establishments are inspected by the Alabama Department of Health and graded on every aspect of the business.
Below are the local businesses and institutions that were inspected in January.
Establishment Name: V & W Food Mart
Address: 19129 US Hwy 31
City:...
Smith Lake Baptist Church holds inaugural Betty Smith Memorial Chili Cook-off
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Some say that laughter is the sound a healthy, thriving congregation. If that holds true, Smith Lake Baptist Church (SLBC) in Crane Hill is the pinnacle of health and happiness as chatter and giggles wafted throughout the building recently.
The congregation...
This Valentine’s Day, beware of scam artists on dating sites
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In February, many Alabamians will use online platforms seeking companionship, yet con artists are also lurking in these forums in hopes of exploiting the lonely and vulnerable for money. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall urged individuals using online dating sites to...
Allen: 1 week left to register to vote in 2024 Primary Election
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Secretary of State Wes Allen reminded Alabama residents that there is one week left to register to vote before the 2024 Primary Election.“As Secretary of State, I want to encourage all eligible Alabama citizens to register to vote and to exercise...
Alabama Strawberry Festival: Event goes statewide
CULLMAN, Ala. –The city of Cullman is preparing for an event that symbolizes more than just the celebration of spring’s bountiful harvest. Nathan Anderson, executive director of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism, shared insights into the inaugural Alabama Strawberry Festival set for May...
Obituary: Tasha Tankersley
Tasha Tankersley, age 34, of Dallas, Georgia and formerly of Good Hope, passed from this life too soon on Jan. 3, 2024.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Tasha was born on Jan. 12, 1989 to Timothy Martin Cutshaw and Tamela Joanna Hicks...
Obituary: Steven Walter Erickson
Steven Walter Erickson, of Holly Pond, Alabama, formerly of Massachusetts, passed away on Feb. 12, 2024, at the age of 66. Mr. Erickson was born in Norwood, Massachusetts, on Oct. 18, 1957, to Eugene and Sarah Martin Erickson.
Steven is preceded in death by his...
Obituary: Randy Lee Drummond
Memorial service for Randy Lee Drummond, age 63, of Cullman, is Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Bro. Malcolm Carter officiating. Family will welcome friends for a visitation from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 12, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 12, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 8• robbery; CR 1605• burglary; theft of property; Hwy. 69 S• possession of...
Pet of the week: Lounge around with Mr. GreenJeans
CULLMAN, Ala. - Does lounging around on the couch, watching television and eating all the snacks a belly can hold sound like a pretty great time? Would it sound better if a furry friend were involved? If so, the Cullman Tribune’s pet of the...
COLUMN: Valentine’s Day – bottoms up!
It was Valentine’s Day 1973 and I had a big problem. What do I get my girlfriend? This was our first V-Day together, so there was certainly an expectation to give her a nice gift.
The second part of the problem involved finances. Since I...
Obituary: Brenda Gail Parrish
Brenda Gail Parrish passed away peacefully at her home on Feb. 10, 2024. Brenda was born in Cullman, Alabama on Feb. 27, 1949. She was preceded in death by her parents Faye Buchmann Daniel and Bobby Rayburn Reeder, and her brothers Bobby W. Reeder...
New eagle statue added to Lake Guntersville State Park
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. - Officials unveiled and cut a ceremonial ribbon on Friday, Feb. 2, to dedicate Lake Guntersville State Park’s newest feature, a picturesque eagle statue located at the park’s lodge.
The statue, created by artist Jenny Hendrix and inspired by a photo taken by...
Vontrell King-Williams named defensive tackles coach at Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. – Vontrell King-Williams has been named defensive tackles coach at Auburn, head coach Hugh Freeze announced Friday. King-Williams served as a defensive line analyst for Auburn this past season and previously worked on Freeze's staff at Liberty.
The completion of Auburn's defensive staff also includes various position...
2 waves of rain and potential severe weather today and Monday
CLANTON – Sunday 7:30 am, February 11, 2024 (Updated 8:15 AM, Sunday, February 11, 2024)
Two waves of showers and thunderstorms will occur through Monday. An area of rain with a few thunderstorms concentrated around I-20 is forecast to weaken during the remainder of the morning. From mid to late afternoon,...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
The State of Alabama owns 4,221 buildings. The appraised value of these buildings, including contents, is $36,079,850. This property is insured for $27,777,245, against loss by fire. The State itself is carrying $18,566,815 of this insurance and the balance is...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison falls to Shoals Christian in Sub-Regional 84-59
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Shoals Christian Flame for the right to advance to the Northwest Regional Saturday night and the game did not go as planned as the Flame came out and roasted the Bulldogs on their own floor 84-59.
Shoals Christian came out...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats advance to NW Regional with 70-58 win over Lee-Huntsville
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats secured a spot in the 6A Sub-Regionals with an area championship win over Hartselle earlier this week and they were back at Bearcat Arena Saturday night with a chance to play in the Sweet 16 on the line....
Obituary: Maurice Pruett “Buddy” Hinkle, Jr.
Maurice Pruett "Buddy" Hinkle, Jr., age 58, of Cullman, Alabama, passed peacefully on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024, at Brookwood Baptist Medical Center.
Buddy was born on Aug. 6th, 1965, to Maurice Pruett Sr. and Carolyn Calloway Hinkle in Cullman, Alabama. He lived there until 1985,...
Obituary: Vileta Foust
Funeral services for Vileta Foust, 95, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024 at Walter Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Duck River Cemetery.
Visitation for the public will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12,...
Obituary: Raymond Wilbert Tiller
Raymond Wilbert Tiller, 89, died Tuesday, February 6, 2024, in Cullman, Alabama. Ray lived his whole life in Montana, before moving to Alabama, six months earlier to be with his family.
Raymond was born in Lewistown, Montana, on Oct. 31, 1934, where he met Phyllis...
Hanceville City Council discusses pool, Rayford Talley Building, College Drive
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at its Feb. 8 work session and meeting discussed the future of the city’s community pool, the use of the Rayford Talley Building by student athletes and the renaming of parts of College Drive.
To keep the...
D&Y Farms: Fresh farm-raised saltwater shrimp year-round
CULLMAN, Ala. - One small, family-owned farm is taking the seafood market in Cullman by storm and providing farm-raised saltwater shrimp year-round. Davis Dickerson and Yancey York have turned a portion of their livestock farm into a Pacific White Shrimp operation.
After beginning a...
‘Always locked in’ to Auburn, Derrick Brown sets NFL record
AUBURN, Ala. – After tying the Carolina Panthers’ record for most tackles by a defensive lineman last season with 67, Derrick Brown entered the 2023 season with the goal of breaking it.
Brown, as he’s done consistently since arriving at Auburn in 2016, exceeded even his...
CATA holding open house Feb. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) will open its doors to prospective students and their families for an open house on Thursday, Feb. 15, from 4-6 p.m., providing them an opportunity to ask questions, meet instructors and get a feel for...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs handles Isabella 72-30 to advance to Sweet 16
BREMEN, Ala. – After capturing the 2A, Area 11 championship Monday, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles returned to the court Friday night for a Sub-Regional game against the Isabella Lady Mustangs. Cold Springs jumped out to a big lead in the opening period and never let Isabella...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point advances to NW Regional with 59-47 win over Wenonah
WEST POINT, Ala. – After winning their area tournament earlier this week, the West Point Lady Warriors were back home Friday night to host a Sub-Regional matchup against Wenonah. The Lady Warriors went into the locker room with a 21-point lead at halftime and...
Obituary: Hazel Kathryn Levering
Hazel Kathryn Levering (nee Lewis), better known as Kay, passed away recently. She is survived by husband Paul Levering, son Steve Levering, his wife Pam Levering, son David Levering, and his wife Katina Levering.
Graveside service will be held Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 10...
Obituary: Betty Marie Freeman
Betty Marie Freeman, age 75, of Huntsville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. Betty was born in Cullman, Alabama to Jack Virgil (JV) and Alla Bea Burks Alvis. She is preceded in death by her parents and her eight siblings.
Visitation will be...
WSCC: Broadway Night set for Feb. 15
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students in Wallace State Community College's Fine and Performing Arts programs are gearing up for the annual Broadway Night, scheduled on Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. in the Recital Hall of the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
The upcoming...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 9, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 9, 2024. 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
Feb. 7• burglary-3rd degree; Auburn University; CR 1466;...
Obituary: Betty Jean Stewart
Funeral services for Betty Jean Stewart, 86, of Bremen, will be 12 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Shelton Grove Cemetery.
Visitation will be prior to the service from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m....
WSCC: Nursing offering evening classes starting fall 2024
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will begin offering evening nursing courses this fall to provide a more flexible option for students interested in pursuing a degree in nursing. The evening program will follow the same pathway as traditional daytime classes, with students...
Jacobs proclaims February ‘Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month’ in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala- Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Tuesday, Feb. 6, proclaimed the month of February 2024 “Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month” (TDVAM) in the city of Cullman. On hand to accept the official proclamation from Victim Services of Cullman were Jessica Atchley (interim executive...
Cullman City Schools to host job fair March 21
CULLMAN, Ala.- Cullman City Schools will host a job fair in Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall on Thursday, March 21, from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Department positions at each city school will be posted at the fair, including certified teachers, cafeteria workers, support personnel, clerical personnel and...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 8, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 8, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 5• theft of property; criminal mischief; CR 1105• theft of property; CR 1578•...
Obituary: Paula Claire Dittmar Pinkes
Paula Claire Dittmar Pinkes passed away on Feb. 6, 2024. She was born, Jan. 31, 1953 in New York.
Survived by her husband Vincent and sisters Dale Berner and Jean Schulz. She was loved by her many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her parents, Fred and...
Rainer: Shipp leaves lasting legacy in marine fisheries
When I reflect on my 30-plus years of covering the outdoors in Alabama, several people who influenced and contributed to my writing come to mind. No one on that list is more prominent than Dr. Bob Shipp, who died last week at age 81.
“It’s...
Playground planners
Cullman students design inclusive playgrounds as part of STEM project
CULLMAN, Ala. - What’s one of the best ways to get young students engaged in design and engineering concepts? Let them dream up something fun. That’s exactly the approach taken recently at East Elementary School,...
Gudger, Reed issue statement on election security measure approval
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed, R-Jasper and Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman on Wednesday, Feb. 7, issued a statement after the Ballot Harvesting Bill advanced out of the State Government Affairs Committee.
The bill, sponsored by Gudger, prohibits any individual from ordering, requesting,...
Cullman’s Ainsley Irani named Professional Cowboy Association Rookie of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ainsley Irani, 19, of Cullman, qualified to compete in Barrel Racing at the 2023 Professional Cowboy Association Finals Rodeo in Biloxi, Mississippi, finishing high enough to earn her the title of 2023 PCA Rookie of the Year and 2023 Barrel Racing...
Hawkins Medical & Wellness opens in Klein Building
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of Cullman’s newest developments, the Klein Building, is now home to one of Cullman’s first direct concierge primary care providers. Hawkins Medical & Wellness is taking a new approach to health care: for a monthly, quarterly or yearly fee, patients...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman captures 3rd straight area title with 54-42 win over Hartselle
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman was back home at Bearcat Arena Wednesday night hosting the Hartselle Tigers in this year’s 6A, Area 14 championship game and the Bearcats collected their third straight area title with a 54-42 win. The ‘Cats went into the locker room with a...
Obituary: Joseph Mitchell Wilson
Joseph Mitchell Wilson, age 74, of Hanceville, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 at Cullman Regional. He was born, May 21, 1949 to Allen Joseph Wilson and Roxy Vernice Wilson.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his children, LaQuita (Olalekan) Wilson-Sanusi,...
Obituaries: Rickie Lee Mason
Rickie Lee Mason, age 67 of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 at Cullman Regional. He was born, Nov. 23, 1956 to Leroy Mason and Jeutte Mason.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his son, Jeremy (Nicole) Mason; grandchildren, Meelah...
Obituary: Joseph Mitchell Wilson
Joseph Mitchell Wilson, age 74, of Hanceville, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 at Cullman Regional. He was born, May 21, 1949 to Allen Joseph Wilson and Roxy Vernice Wilson.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his children, LaQuita (Olalekan) Wilson-Sanusi,...
Obituary: Maggie Octavia Dodson Smith
Maggie Octavia Dodson Smith, known to most of us as Mrs. Smith or perhaps even Big Momma, passed away on Monday evening, Feb. 5, 2024. Maggie was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on Nov. 24, 1938, to John Homer and Lola Belle Stisher Dodson.
Maggie...
Obituary: Hedy Susanna L’Hereault
Hedy Susanna L’Hereault, age 78, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Feb. 5, 2024. Mrs. L’Hereault is preceded in death by her mother Susanna Cornelia Vanderputte Kelly and father James Frances Kelly.
She is survived by her husband Charles Michael L’Hereault, sons Roger L’Hereault, Stephen L’Hereault...
Obituary: Raymond Gregg Hodges
Raymond Gregg Hodges joined his Lord and Savior and wife Marie on Feb. 5, 2024. He was a dedicated follower of Jesus Christ, devoted husband, loving Daddy, doting Paw Paw to eight grandchildren, and dear friend. He was a community leader who was active with...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 7, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 7, 2024. 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
Feb. 5• harassing communications; person• theft of property-4th...
Chickening out with Keramos Ceramics and the Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. - Families and children sat around paper-lined tables at the North Alabama Agriplex on Saturday, Feb. 3, chatting and swapping stories as they waited for the day’s class leader. Rebecca Horner, owner of Keramos Ceramics in Hartselle, spent the morning instructing and...
Lance Justice, DO joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Board-certified OB-GYN Lance Justice, DO has joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Justice attended medical school at West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lewisburg, West Virginia, followed by a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Oklahoma State University Medical Center in...
