‘Live in the moment’: Zeke White remembers his Cold Springs career
BREMEN, Ala. - In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs guard/defensive end Zeke White, who will continue his academic and athletic career at Millsaps College.
Zeke talked about some of his favorite football and high school memories.
"My best sports memories was getting to play...
Cullman Ballet Theatre School offering Summer Dance Classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Ballet Theatre School (CBT) is offering the opportunity for all ages, from young children to adults, to attend Summer Dance Classes. The curriculum at CBT School is carefully structured by levels to provide challenging yet safe training to each student....
Among the literacy elite
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has been named one of only two Science of Reading spotlight districts by the Alabama State Department of Education, in honor of the system’s progressive and creative approach to literacy and reading education in primary and elementary grade...
Search for missing Cullman girl continues
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office investigators are still actively following up on leads in the search for Alana Jean Aldridge.
Ms. Aldridge, 16, was last seen getting into the pictured vehicle around 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 11 around the area of...
Obituary: Robert A. Love
Robert A. Love, age 93, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 10, 2022. Robert was born December 12, 1928, in Jefferson County, Alabama.
Robert is survived by his daughters: Luanne (Joey) Mann, Joy (Don) Gaines and Patricia Higgins; his sons: Robert "Bobby"...
‘Don’t ever take anything for granted’: Cody Bales looks back on his time at Cold Springs
BREMEN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to former Cold Springs basketball and baseball standout Cody Bales about his Eagles career.
Cody shared some of his best sports/high school memories from Cold Springs.
"Two of my best sports memories is winning the county and area...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1904 and 1934
From the files of 1904:
Professor J.L. Gibson has moved to Falkville, where he is in charge of the college there.
Miss Dora E. Schneider and Herman Richter were married on Thursday evening, at the home of the groom’s sister, Mrs. E.B. Hauk in West Cullman.
Mr....
Obituary: Matthew James Amaro
A funeral service for Matthew James Amaro of Vinemont, Alabama will be 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. Visiting hours for the public will be from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00...
Obituary: Mitchell Lewis Fortenberry
Funeral service for Mitchell Lewis Fortenberry, age 81, of Cullman, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 13, 2022 at Mt. Olive Church with Rev. Paul Monk and Rev. Chris Kitchens officiating, and burial at Mt. Olive Cemetery. He will lie-in-state at the...
Obituary: Jerry Lee Hailes
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Jerry Lee Hailes, 56, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hailes family.
Mr. Hailes passed away Friday, June 10, 2022. He was born January 3, 1966.
He was preceded in death by his mother and...
Obituary: Glenn Perdue
Glenn Perdue, age 77, of Bremen, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 10, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Bremen, Alabama on February 5, 1945, to Dennie Elam Perdue and Mildred Phillips Perdue.
Glenn preached...
Cullman man arrested following tip
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of an individual running down the road in the Vinemont area on Wednesday, June 8.
Upon arrival, deputies located Christian Xavier Smith, 31, of Cullman running down the roadway.
It was determined that...
Hanceville City Council continues to work with Industrial Board to fund projects
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council met on Thursday evening where the council voted to approve transferring funds to the Hanceville Industrial Development Board for a nearly completed property located on Hwy 91 just north of Hwy 31.
Home to an upcoming cabinet shop...
Home Builders Association recognizes four seniors with J.B. ‘Boots’ Hill Memorial Scholarships
CULLMAN, Ala. - Four seniors were honored at a Family Scholarship Night held by the Cullman County Home Builders Association and hosted by Mitch Smith Chevrolet Thursday evening. The students were awarded $2000 scholarships each and praised for setting goals in homebuilding related careers....
Cullman Police Department asst. chief retires; shares memories, experiences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Assistant Police Chief Craig Montgomery spent his first day in retirement enjoying some front porch sitting and late morning coffee after serving 30 years with the Cullman Police Department.
Chief Kenny Culpepper said he knew Montgomery before their venture into law...
Catch a wave at WildWater’s Grand Opening on June 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism’s (CPRST) newest and much anticipated venture will hold its grand opening on Friday, June 17.
Gates will open to the water park’s guests at 10:00 a.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled for 11:00 a.m.
Door prizes...
Obituary: George Barry Willoughby
Barry was overly fond of chocolate. It's a known fact that if there was any in the house, he'd eat it and lie about it, even though he had sugar diabetes. He didn't trust the pharmaceutical companies, democrats, MSNBC, doctors or salespeople. He was...
Obituary: Saundra Marie Garrard Green
Saundra Marie Garrard Green, age 75, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2022, at her residence.
Saundra was born on March 21, 1947, in Winston County, Alabama.
Saundra is survived by her husband: Walter H. “Clipper” Green Jr.; children: Bryan Keith Green and Kelly...
Teaching and growing for Cullman students continues with The Link’s Enrichment Camp
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County’s Summer Enrichment Camp welcomed its first week of campers in efforts of keeping the children of Cullman entertained and hungry for knowledge throughout their summer break.
“We are so thankful to be provide this service to the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2022. 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
June 9
Theft of property – 1st degree; U-Haul; box...
‘Good Hope is such a special place’: Tanner Malin reflects on his Raider career
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope football and basketball star Tanner Malin, who will be going to Millsaps College to continue his athletic career on the football field and on the hardwood.
Tanner talked about what some of his...
Cullman City Council welcomes Brad Smith to vacant Place No. 1 position
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Council met on Monday night at City Hall opening with the swearing in on newest council member, Brad Smith.
Smith has big shoes to fill in the Place No. 1 position. The seat was formerly held by Andy Page, or...
CPD and Cullman Cosmetic Family Dentistry partner for event
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department is partnering with Cullman Cosmetic and Family Dentistry to host their Smiles for Life event today, June 10.
“Smiles for Life is a charity organization that we partner with Ultradent to sponsor,” Practice Manager Beth Jones said. “Ultradent...
Obituary: Judith Dianne Julian
Funeral service for Judith Dianne Julian, age 74, of Eva, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 10, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Lisa Holmes and Jeremy Calloway officiating, and burial at Daniel's Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m....
Obituary: Betty M. (Cram) Jess
Betty M. (Cram) Jess, 95, of Baileyton, AL, formerly of Clinton, Iowa passed away Thursday, June 9 at home surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Jess was born June 11, 1926, in Clinton, Iowa, the daughter of Lily and Bruce Cram. She married Edward Jess on June...
Obituary: Fae Nell Swafford
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Fae Nell Swafford, 82, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Swafford passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at CRMC. She was born June 14, 1939, to Mose Benjamin and Savannah Adline...
Obituary: Danny Ray Reeder
Graveside service for Danny Ray Reeder, 59, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 11, 2022 at Vinemont First Baptist Cemetery, with Rev. Gary Waddell officiating.
Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: Ronnie Phillip Frese
Funeral service for Ronnie Phillip Frese, age 74, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, 2022 at Andrews Chapel in Danville, AL with burial in the adjoining cemetery and Rev. John McKoy officiating. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. -...
Arrests and incidents reported June 9, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 9, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 7
robbery/burglary; Hwy 278 Wunlawful possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Childhaven Rd....
St. Paul’s Lutheran School announces new principal
Cullman, Ala. - Pastor Richard Gaub has accepted the call to become associate pastor and headmaster of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School. Pastor Gaub will be installed on Sunday, July 3, at 3:00 p.m. with a reception to follow. All are welcome to...
Gleann Brook Acres providing better beef with pasture-raised Highland cattle
CULLMAN, Ala. - Scottish Highland cattle are highly sought-after livestock for their docile nature, ability to withstand harsh weather and high-quality beef. Gleann Brook Acres, family-owned and operated business since 2006, has raised more than 200 highlands in over 10 states. Their ranch is...
Multiple arrested on drug-related charges
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - This past weekend involved multiple drug-related arrests, including drug trafficking charges across Cullman County for the Sheriff’s Office.
On Monday, June 6, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Jon Austin Hilton Bailey, 38, of Crane Hill (pictured above) for multiple outstanding...
Planning Commission moves Klein Building project forward
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Planning Commission met on Monday evening at the City Hall Auditorium tasked with holding public hearings on a rezoning request, several short form subdivision requests and the review of a proposed site plan.
A public hearing was heard...
Obituary: Bert Edward Rowan, Jr.
Funeral service for Bert Edward Rowan, Jr., 51, will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 10, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman City Cemetery, and Rev. Sam Hollis officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12:00 p.m....
Obituary: Robert Dale Finley
Funeral service for Robert Dale Finley, age 61, of Vinemont, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 10, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Truman Gable officiating, and burial at Flint Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m....
Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center provides child swimming lessons
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center are currently hosting swimming lessons to get kids ready for summer water activities. Classes will run Monday-Thursday, June 6-16, June 20-30 or July 11-21. Classes are $80 for CWAC members and $90 for non-CWAC members. Registration...
Arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
June 6
Theft of property – 3rd degree; Wal-Mart; Hwy 157;...
Southern Style CrossFit Gym comes to Addison
ADDISON, Ala. - Misty Thomas was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at the age of 31. Her doctor told her to stay active and strong to stay walking, so she was a regular attendant at several commercial gyms. She’s spent years mastering different types of...
Jones Chapel Fire Department hosting Inaugural Community Day event
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Fire Department is hosting their inaugural Community Day event this Saturday, June 11. It will take place at Station #1 located at 96 County Road 940 from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The fire department will be...
Obituary: Roger Dale Wilson
Roger Dale Wilson, 71, of Double Springs, passed away June 6, 2022 at his residence.
Roger was born on October 16, 1950, to Lee Vernon Wilson and Clezelle Canups.
A gathering of family and close friends will be Thursday, June 9, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. -...
Obituary: Lewis Eugene Clark
A memorial service is incomplete at this time for Lewis Eugene Clark, 82, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Clark family.
Mr. Clark passed away Monday, June 6, 2022. He was born June 1, 1940, to Lewis and Pauline White Clark. Mr....
Obituary: John “Popper” Scalzi
Funeral services for John “Popper” Scalzi of Hanceville will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, June 10, 2022 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation for the public will be from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home on...
Obituary: Benny Ray Carlisle
Benny Ray Carlisle, age 79, of Hanceville passed away on Monday, June 6, 2022 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born in Jefferson County on May 11, 1943. He worked and retired from ACIPCO in Birmingham for 34 years. He loved his dog...
Obituary: John Hewitt Schuler (Updated)
John Hewitt Schuler, 78, of Cullman entered into rest on Sunday, June 5, 2022 at his residence. He was born November 24, 1943, in Coral Gables, Florida.
He is survived by daughters: Angela Adcock and Sharon (Larry) Rowlette; sons: John Schuler, Jr. and David (Jennifer)...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Coaching staff earns top NFCA honor; Felicity Frame named NJCAA 1st-team All-American, Kirby earns 2nd-team nod
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State Community College’s softball program continues to rack up postseason awards.
Wallace State’s softball coaching staff, made up of head coach A.J. Daugherty and assistants Cadi Oliver and Carson Owens, was named the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) National Junior College Athletic Association...
Arrests and incidents reported June 7, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 7, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 2
unlawful possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; I-65 SB 299 MMunlawful...
Update: manhunt resolved
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Earlier today, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies arrested Jeffery Barton, 43, of Guinn.
Barton was charged with burglary/force, burglary/no force, theft of property 1st / vehicle, robbery/residence/gun and kidnapping.
This began on Friday, June 3, when CCSO deputies responded to a...
Bureau of Land Management offers $1000 adoption incentives to give wild horses good homes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Agricultural Trade Center on Friday and Saturday hosted The Bureau of Land Management’s Wild Horse and Burro Adoption and Sale event. The BLM offers wild horses and burros for adoption or purchase at events across the country throughout the...
Pet of the Week: Have some fun with Henry!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Henry!
According to Ruttkay, Henry is an 2.5-3-year-old Corgi/Basset mix. He is a medium-energy joyful soul who loves to dance, shining in the company of his people....
Preparations underway for 2022 2nd Fridays
CULLMAN, Ala. - Marking its 2022 return, 2nd Fridays in Cullman will hold its June celebration on Friday, June 10 from 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. along 1st Avenue in the Warehouse District.
The event, hosted by the Cullman Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center...
Warrants, traffic stops lead to drug-related arrests
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office executed warrants over the weekend which ended in several drug-related arrests—along with multiple traffic stops that resulted in the same consequence.
On Wednesday, June 1, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies and investigators executed a search warrant...
Hank’s Sport Bar and Rumors Deli hosts nationwide talent Jermaine ‘Funnymaine’ Johnson
CULLMAN, Ala. - Saturday night saw two best of the bests putting on a show for Cullman that was full of one-of-a-kind entertainment, specialty drinks and cathartic laughter.
Hank’s Sports Bar and Rumors Deli presented comedian and Alabama football aficionado Jermaine “Funnymaine” Johnson and Rod...
Obituary: Donnie R. Wright “Uncle Popeye”
Donnie R. Wright “Uncle Popeye” passed away on June 2, 2022 in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 12, 1947. He was a loving husband, father, uncle, grandfather and brother-in-law. He especially had a big heart for all his...
Obituary: Robert Frank Ellsworth
Mr. Robert Frank Ellsworth, 78, of Falkville, passed away on June 3, 2022 at the VA Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. He was born on April 14, 1944, to Leon and Constance Bunk Ellsworth.
He is survived by his wife: Eldie Ellsworth.
No services are planned at...
Obituary: William Alvie Powell
William Alvie Powell, 90, passed on June 1, 2022, at Community Hospice in Ocala, FL. Alvie was born in Cullman, AL on September 23, 1931, to William R. Powell, Sr. and Rosa M. Powell, the first of nine children.
In 1954, they left Cullman and...
Obituary: Kathy Dale Berry
Kathy Dale Berry, 68, of Double Springs, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2022 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Kathy was born on August 29, 1953 in Haleyville, Alabama.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Nichols Funeral...
Obituary: Richard Ernest Hunt
Richard Ernest Hunt, age 59, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 3, 2022. Richard was born August 30, 1962, in Birmingham, AL to Barbara Hunt and Ernest Hunt.
Richard is survived by his wife: Georgia Buckelew Hunt; his daughter: Zena (Caleb) Strickland; his...
ALL-STATE SOFTBALL: West Point’s Wilkins earns 1st team honors; Addison’s Luker, Cullman’s Shannon earn All-State recognitions
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA) released its All-State Softball selections for the 2022 season this weekend and three local standouts earned recognition after phenomenal seasons. West Point ace and UAB signee Carlie Wilkins landed on Class 5A’s First Team after...
Relay for Life hosts Wheels at Wallace car show
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Saturday was a very special day at Wallace State Community College. The school’s Relay for Life team hosted the inaugural Wheels at Wallace car show and there was a great turnout with plenty of cars on-hand to help put a great...
History in the making – Leldon’s journey to its new location
CULLMAN, Ala. - After opening in its original location next to Sips and Strokes in the Warehouse District in August of 2020, Leldon’s outgrew its space, packed up the belongings and moved up the street to its new home at 117 1st Avenue NE,...
Obituary: Patricia (Patty) Pace Richard
Patricia (Patty) Pace Richard passed away on May 29, after a long battle with ovarian cancer, at age 81, surrounded by her loving children and oldest granddaughter at her home in Crane Hill, AL overlooking her favorite view of Smith Lake.
She was preceded in...
Obituary: James R. Smith
Funeral service for James R. Smith, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 6, 2022 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Josh Sellers officiating and burial at Riverside Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m....
Obituary: Darrell Dean Lovell
Funeral service for Darrell Dean Lovell, age 82, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with burial at Holly Pond Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 7,...
NASA partners with industry for new spacewalking, moonwalking services
WASHINGTON DC - NASA has selected Axiom Space and Collins Aerospace to advance spacewalking capabilities in low-Earth orbit and at the Moon, by buying services that provide astronauts with next generation spacesuit and spacewalk systems to work outside the International Space Station, explore the...
Online breastmilk sharing increasing in popularity
CULLMAN, Ala. - The American Academy of Pediatrics and other worldwide medical organizations recommend exclusive breastfeeding for babies for six months followed by continued breastfeeding as complementary foods are introduced, then continuation of breastfeeding for one year or longer as mutually desired by mother...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1920
Miss Audrey Chandler spent Sunday in Hanceville with friends.
Horace Quattlebaum of Akron, Ohio is spending a few days in Cullman.
Mr. Talmadge Bland has accepted a position in Birmingham.
Mr. and Mrs. T.L. Glasscock of Welti are the proud parents of a fine baby boy.
Doctor W.H....
Obituary: Frankie Dale Cruce
A graveside service for Frankie Dale Cruce of Cullman, Alabama will be 3:00 p.m. Monday, June 6, 2022 at Good Hope Cemetery. Reverend Oney Cooper will be officiating. Visitation for the public will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Monday at Hanceville...
Obituary: Elizabeth Irene Lane
Elizabeth Irene Lane, age 42, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at her residence.
Elizabeth was born on August 3, 1979, in Haleyville, Alabama.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Nichols Funeral...
Obituary: Lewis C. Slaten
Lewis C. Slaten, 81, of Addison, passed away June 2, 2022 at Hendrix Health and Rehabilitation.
He was born on February 26, 1941.
A visitation will be held on Monday, June 6, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at Addison Church of God with the...
Obituary: Joyce Patricia Price Cleghorn
Joyce Patricia Price Cleghorn, 67, of Arley, passed away June 2, 2022 at her residence.
She was born June 27, 1954 in Hartselle to Ray Price and Joyce Price Goodman.
She is survived by her daughter: Sara Hood; son: Mickey Moore and wife Leslie; grandchildren: Ben...
Pet of the Week: Share some love with Thena!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Thena!
According to Ruttkay, Thena is an 8-month-old Terrier mix. This sweet little soul is alert, paired with a patient attitude. She cherishes the time spent...
Guest Editorial: Learning to recognize heart-related issues post Covid
Since the early part of 2020, Covid-19 has been a major element in our daily lives. It’s rare to speak to a neighbor, coworker, family member or church member that hasn’t lost someone to the Covid-19 virus. Altogether, the U.S. has had 80 million...
Lots of family fun planned in Hanceville this month
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville is hopping this summer. After last weekend’s successful Grilled Cheese Festival, the city will be hosting a Bull Bash Weekend next Friday and Saturday, June 10 and 11.
Sponsored by the City of Hanceville and Double Creek Rodeo Company, the weekend...
Time-honored tradition Decoration Day observed across Cullman County
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Decoration Day, an annual observance still common throughout Cullman and North Alabama, has a history steeped in tradition, honor and homecoming.
With many family traditions falling to the wayside in the busy 21st century, Cullman is fortunate to have a stronghold...
Agriplex ‘Sown in the Soil’ Summer Camp programs taking place in June and July
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex “Sown in the Soil” Summer Camp programs are beginning in June for kids to experience growing and harvesting vegetables, sewing, folk skills like candle making and many more fun activities. There are several camp options this year...
Obituary: Charles Wesley Jones
Charles Wesley Jones, 78, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on June 1, 2022. He was born September 21, 1943, in Marshall County, Alabama, to J.D. and Mildred Chambers Jones.
Mr. Jones served his nation honorably in the United States Navy. While at sea, Charles...
Obituary: Darrell Roy Gilley
Darrell Roy Gilley, 74, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2022. Darrell was born July 17, 1947, to William Roy and Mavis Wyvone Screws Gilley.
After retiring as a boilermaker, Darrell began his second career as an owner/operator and drove millions...
Obituary: Kenneth Wayne Purser
Memorial service for Kenneth Wayne Purser, 62, of Cullman will be Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Steven Sutter officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Purser family.
Mr. Purser passed away Thursday,...
Obituary: Barviedeene ‘Bobbie’ Patterson
Funeral service for Barviedeene ‘Bobbie’ Patterson, 90, of Hanceville will be at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, June 5, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Riverside Baptist Cemetery, with Rev. Randy Sellers officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday...
Obituary: Phyllis Irene Peinhardt
Our sister passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022 in an accidental death in Gainesville, Florida. She was
born into a U.S. Navy family and learned the meaning of family, country and God and everything in between. She graduated from high school in Los Angeles,...
Governor Ivey shares Alabama earns ‘Silver Shovel’ Award for economic development
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday that Area Development, a national business publication, has selected Alabama for a Silver Shovel Award, recognizing the state’s economic development successes in 2021.
The honor reflects strong recruitment results for the Alabama team, with companies announcing new facilities...
Alabama Department of Public Health issues 2022 Fish Consumption Advisories
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) annually updates fish consumption advisories based on data collected the preceding fall by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM). ADEM, the Tennessee Valley Authority and the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources...
Ways to save on your electric bill this summer
CULLMAN, Ala. - Energy used for cooling and heating your home makes up the largest portion of monthly energy bills, but there are several ways to help save on your electric bill even during the hottest summer months. Improving energy efficiency also increases the...
Reserve your spot for the Sportsman Lake Summer Yard Sale
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park will be hosting their Summer Yard Sale on Saturday, June 18.
Gates will be opening at 7:00 a.m. with great deals available from vendors throughout the large park. The yard sale will close at 3:00 p.m. Admission to the...
Obituary: Robert Wayne Blake
A memorial service for Robert Wayne Blake, 72, of Cullman, will be from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Sunday, June 12, 2022, at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Blake family.
Mr. Blake passed away May 19, 2022...
Obituary: Mary Ellen Donley Ellis
Mary Ellen Donley Ellis, 72, of Addison, passed from this life June 1, 2022 at UAB Hospital. She was born January 27, 1950, to Frank Ray and Juanita Nacoma Boone Donley. Memorial services are being planned by the family and will be announced soon.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Alvin Lavonn Scott
Alvin Lavonn Scott, age 82, of Huntsville, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Huntsville Hospital. He was born August 28, 1939, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Clint and Dera Scott.He was preceded in death by his wife: Lillie Scott; parents; three brothers and...
Obituary: Gregory Allen Pierce
Gregory Allen Pierce, 39, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on May 31, 2022. He was born February 27, 1983, in Mobile, Alabama, to Robert Leslie Pierce Jr., and Vickie Christopher Pierce.
Greg was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He was involved...
Obituary: James Loyd Smith
James Loyd Smith, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on May 31, 2022. Mr. Smith was 87 years old. He was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on January 7, 1935, to Jesse James and Dora Mae Ramsey Smith.
Loyd loved to work. A mechanic by...
Obituary: Nicholas “Nick” Miller
Nicholas “Nick” Miller, age 21, of the Walter Community passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2022. He was born at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama on July 19, 2000. He loved his family, his Great Danes, his truck and his friends, but had...
Arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 26
Criminal mischief; Co. Rd. 1776Permitting dogs to run at large; Co. Rd. 1212
May 27
Domestic...
Miss Summer Sunflower and Mr. Summer Sunshine Pageant to be held at Terri Pines Country Club
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2nd Annual Miss Summer Sunflower and Mr. Summer Sunshine Pageant will be held at Terri Pines Country Club on Saturday, June 4 at 9:00 a.m., and presented by Pageant Particulars Pageant Coaching with Anita Whitlock.
Whitlock explained, “The pageant started as...
Several meth, heroin arrests over the weekend
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Three separate incidents allotted five drug-related arrests over the weekend for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
On Saturday, May 28, CCSO deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Colony area. Carthell Alan Morgan, 59, of Hanceville (pictured above) was identified as the...
Veterans have their day in court with their mentors by their side
CULLMAN, Ala. - Presiding over the courtroom on the second floor of Cullman County Courthouse, Judge Rusty Turner carefully reviewed each case, assessing the progress of each offender who stood before him.
The defendants reviewed by the district court last week were not the run...
Contracts approved at City Board of Education meeting Thursday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education held a called meeting on Thursday afternoon at their central office, with members Chris Branham, Joey Orr and Amy Carter, and Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff in attendance to approve various action items on the agenda.
The retirement...
CATA Carpentry students win Chapter Display competition at SkillsUSA State Championship
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy Carpentry students Dylan Trowbridge, Yovani Ramirez and Nathan Coggins won the State Chapter Display competition at the SkillsUSA State championship in April and are now headed to the national championship in Atlanta from June 20-24.
The Chapter Display...
Obituary: Pat Peinhardt
The Peinhardt Family would like to thank everyone for reaching out in the last several days in the passing of Pat Peinhardt. Pat touched many lives in her 82 years, her wishes were to not have a funeral or memorial service. Thank you to...
Obituary: Jewell Nell Bailey
Jewell Nell Bailey, 79, of Fultondale, formerly of Houston passed away May 27, 2022 at North Hill Nursing Home.
Jewell was born December 5, 1942. She loved gardening, was a lifelong Christian and child of God.
A visitation will be held Thursday, June 2, 2022 from...
Obituary: Mildred Louise Bennett
A graveside service for Mildred Louise Bennett, 93, of Cullman will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 3, 2022, at Oakwood Memorial Cemetery located at 2100 Moncrief Rd, Gardendale, Alabama.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bennett family.
Mrs. Bennett passed from this life on...
Obituary: Relena Joette Pearson
Relena Joette Pearson, 45, of Double Springs, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, May 31, 2022.
Relena was born on December 13, 1976 in Haleyville, Alabama.
Visitation will be held on Friday, June 3, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home...
