PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont fends off Fairview 60-50, Lady Eagles collect 44-33 win
VINEMONT, Ala. — The Fairview Aggies made the brief trip over to Vinemont High School for a pair of county matchups Tuesday night and both Eagle squads defended their home court with wins. The Lady Eagles got things started with a 44-33 win over...
Obituary: Elvina Judy Dodd
Elvina Judy Dodd, 71 of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, at her residence.
She was born July 4, 1952, in White House Community, Alabama. Judy graduated from Phillips High School in 1970. She was a member of Oak Grove Church of Christ...
Obituary: Jan Callan Massey
Funeral service for Jan Callan Massey, age 71, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Dr. Tim Lipsey officiating; interment in Prospect Church of Christ Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until...
Obituary: Carol Lynn Russell Fowler
Carol Lynn Russell Fowler, 50, of Bremen, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023
Carol was born on a Naval base in Spain. She graduated from Cold Springs High School in 1991. She worked for State Farm for over 30 years. She had a big...
Obituary: Detlef Herbert Peter
Arrangements for Detlef Herbert Peter, 73, of Hanceville, are incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Peter was born June 17, 1950 to Guenter Peter and Elisabeth Hampe Peter. He passed from this life on Dec. 10, 2023.
He...
Obituary: Johnny Ray Quick
Funeral service for Johnny Ray Quick, 66, of Cullman, is Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023 at 6 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the chapel.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr....
Full ride: St. Bernard’s Andrew Tombo awarded prestigious scholarship
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Bernard Preparatory School recently announced the remarkable achievement of one of its exceptional seniors, Nicolas “Andrew” Tombo, who has been accepted to the esteemed College of the Holy Cross in Massachusetts with a full-ride scholarship through the prestigious QuestBridge program.
QuestBridge,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 12, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 12, 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
December 6• menacing; person; Hwy. 157
December 7• criminal...
Pancakes with Santa!
BERLIN, Ala. - Local families and children were lined up before 7 a.m. Saturday, Dec 9, for the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department’s annual Pancakes with Santa breakfast. Flashing lights from a BVFD vehicle blinked in the early morning fog, marking the driveway entrance to...
CCBOE rolls out new driver’s ed vehicles
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from three lucky Cullman County high schools will be practicing their driving skills in style as their new driver’s education vehicles are rolling into school parking lots this week. On Monday, Dec. 11, Cullman County Schools unveiled three brand new...
(Updated) St. Joseph Dr. NW to undergo repairs starting Tuesday morning
Updated Dec. 12, 2023, at 6:01 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an emergency bid for reclamation and repaving of St. Joseph Drive Northwest, starting from Scott Street Northwest and Dripping Springs Road area and going north to Alabama Highway...
Obituary: Ronald Laverne White
Ronald Laverne White, age 83, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. Ronald was born in Cullman, Alabama on Nov. 30, 1940 to Luther B. and Lucille Williams White.
Funeral services will be on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023 at 10 a.m. at...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 11, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 11, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
December 7• domestic violence; CR 1196• possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR...
Surprising origins of America’s Christmas tradition
The celebration of Christmas as we know it today has a surprisingly storied history, with the first recorded instance of the church celebrating Christmas or "Cristes Maesse" coming from Rome in 336 AD. It did not become a major festival as we know it...
Obituary: James Theodore Melton
James Theodore Melton, 93, of Hanceville, AL passed away on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023 at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab. He was born July 28, 1930 in Chester, MS.
James was a faithful servant of the Lord and went into the Music Ministry after getting his...
CCBOE names Roden, Davis November Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and America's First Federal Credit Union recognize two employees each month. For November, those employees were Holly Pond High School Agriculture Teacher Rusty Roden and Fairview Middle School Counselor Brittany Davis.
"Rusty is always willing to help and works on...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘Help the younger ones reach their full potential’: Hanceville’s Karys Henderson recaps junior season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville's volleyball team improved a lot this season and junior Karys Henderson was one of several players that put together a solid year. She talked about this past season, what all she learned, what it was like to play with a...
TROJAN TAKEOVER – Troy Athletics announces fan activities surrounding Birmingham Bowl
TROY, Ala. – Troy Football is making history with its Birmingham Bowl appearance as the back-to-back Sun Belt Conference champions are the first Sun Belt program to play a Power Five opponent in a bowl game. Troy is set to square off against Duke...
Holiday safety tips from local law enforcement
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department provided a series of helpful tips to keep homes and yourselves safe this holiday season.
Tips for your home
Keep doors and windows locked at all times
If you are leaving for an extended period...
CHS adds weather station as engineering students showcase 3D print skills statewide
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is partnering with a weather institute to host a cutting-edge weather monitoring station on campus, with students taking the opportunity to gain some real-world Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) skills along the way.Cullman High School has partnered...
Holly Pond Robotics Team ends spectacular 1st season
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Students at Holly Pond Middle and Elementary Schools have a new extracurricular team on their roster this year – Robotics. The team is made up of four smaller teams, grouped together based on age and grade level; two elementary school-aged...
Files from yesteryear: 1933, 1952
From the files of 1933
Mrs. J.E. Pierce and son, Leroy of Cullman, spent the week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Nesmith at Panama.
The 1933 Home Economics Club at Cullman High School includes: Mildred White, Grace Wonderlich, Almedia Newman, Elizabeth Glasscock, Mary Louise...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders fall to Hartselle at Randy Jones Classic
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The inaugural Randy Jones Classic was hosted at West Point High School Saturday and several local squads were participating in this year’s field. In the early games, Holly Pond fell to Mortimer Jordan 68-42, Cullman defeated Corner 66-25 and West...
Obituary: Joyce Lynn Stewart
Joyce Lynn Stewart, age 60, passed away on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023 at her residence. She was born, March 10, 1963 to J.W. McLeroy and Irene Haynes.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her husband, Adam Stewart; children, Jennifer Johnson, Adam J...
Obituary: Allen Howard Allred
Funeral services for Allen Howard Allred, 83, of Hanceville, will be held Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023at Hanceville Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. with service to follow at 1 p.m. the Hanceville Funeral Home chapel with graveside service afterwards...
Obituary: Pauline Elliott Nuss
Graveside services for Pauline Elliott Nuss, 83, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023 at Center Hill Cemetery.
Mrs. Nuss was born on Aug. 10, 1940, to the late Calrence and Vernie (Ratliff) Elliott in Cullman, Alabama. She passed away on Dec....
Obituary: Justin Dewayne Crumbley
Justin Dewayne Crumbley, a loving father, son, brother, and friend to many, passed away on Dec. 7, 2023, at the age of 44. Justin was born in Cullman County, Alabama on July 28, 1979, to Rickey L. Crumbley and Vicky Diane White.
Mr. Crumbley was...
Obituary: Jon Alexander Roberts
Memorial service for Jon Alexander Roberts, 26, of Cullman, will be Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023 at 5 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Alex was born Aug. 24, 1997, to Tim Roberts...
Obituary: David Anthony Lee Schultz
Funeral service for David Anthony Lee Schultz, 47, of Cullman, is incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Schultz was born Nov. 2, 1976 to Tony Curl and Patricia Schultz Curl. He passed from this life too soon on...
Obituary: Nelson Keith Buchanan
Memorial service for Nelson Keith Buchanan, 79, of Cullman, is incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Buchanan was born Jan. 13, 1944 to Luther Buchanan and Anna Perdue Buchanan. He passed from this life on Dec. 8,...
Obituary: Leigh Ann Johnson
Memorial service for Leigh Ann Johnson, 42, of Addison, is Monday, Dec. 11, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Family will welcome friends from 4 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. for a short visitation with family prior...
‘We can honor her by continuing to do good in this world’
Remembering Victim Services Executive Director Carol Horstman
CULLMAN, Ala.– The halls of Victim Services of Cullman are a bit quieter this month after executive director of seven years Carol Horstman passed away unexpectedly in her home on Nov. 27, 2023.
Ever the optimist, Horstman was a...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison downs Winston County 51-34, Lady Bulldogs fall 71-32
ADDISON, Ala. – The Addison basketball teams hosted their neighbors from Central Winston County who just happen to be their archrivals, the Winston County Yellow Jackets. The Addison girls were hoping to build on the momentum of their first win of the season, but it...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles split area openers against Southeastern
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs was back home Friday night to host a pair of area matchups against Southeastern and the Eagles split their varsity battles with the Mustangs. The Lady Eagles dominated the Lady Mustangs from start to finish to collect an 86-27...
Co-op: Planned maintenance outage Monday, Dec. 11 at 10 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Electric Cooperative has announced a planned outage on Monday, Dec. 11 starting at 10 p.m. The outage is expected to last around three hours and will affect approximately 4,500 Co-op members in the East Point, Berlin, Welti, Simcoe, Duck...
CCSO hosts annual favorite, special needs rodeo
VINEMONT, Ala. – The sun shone bright and clear on Thursday morning, Dec. 7, as bus after bus rolled into the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center. Brakes hissed as they let out their passengers; students from every reach of the county were greeted by...
Obituary: Reverend Rufus Warren Wilson
Reverend Rufus Warren Wilson, age 74, of Logan, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born Nov. 12, 1949 in Meridian, Mississippi to Rufus and Dorothy Brewster Wilson. Brother Warren faithfully served the Baptist Church for...
Obituary: Mary Lou Nix Graveman
Mary Lou Nix Graveman, 87, of Cullman, Alabama, went home to be with her Heavenly Father and her beloved husband, Joe on Dec. 6, 2023. Mary was born on Nov. 22, 1936 to Thomas Wesley Nix and Sarah Idella Haynes Nix.
Funeral services will be...
Obituary: Joyce G. Dunn Estes White
Joyce G. Dunn Estes White, age 76, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023.
Joyce is survived by her daughter Denise Estes; her sister Terri Dunn Carter (Todd); her niece and nephew Abby and Grant, her granddaughter Lindsey Forester (Dustin), her granddaughter...
Cullman’s Jake Burkey finds success as off-road vehicle titan
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sometimes finding the right career path means going off the beaten path – literally. That’s the lesson of Cullman, Alabama resident and business leader Jake Burkey.The 2009 graduate of Tennessee Tech University is now the CEO of Busted Knuckle Off Road,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 8, 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
December 5• harassment; person
December 6• duty upon striking...
Cullman County EMA emphasizes critical need for volunteer firefighters
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) recently shared that many towns and communities in Alabama are facing a critical shortage of volunteer firefighters, with volunteer numbers dropping by an estimated 40% over the past 20 years.
According to Cullman County EMA...
Car crashes into Vinemont home causing fire; driver deceased
Updated Dec. 8, 2023 at 5:27 p.m.
VINEMONT, Ala. - A Cullman man was pronounced deceased after the car he was driving crashed into a home Thursday evening, Dec. 7, at approximately 5:35 p.m. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said the crash sparked a fire....
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Bulldogs earn 47-30 win over Oakman, Addison drops nailbiter 45-42
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the 3A Oakman Wildcats tonight for a boy and girls' matchup and the crowd was treated to two good games. Addison girls got their first win of the season 47-30 while the boys dropped a heartbreaker 45-42 for their first...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders race past Warriors 88-67, Lady Raiders pull away from West Point 65-49
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders and Lady Raiders both returned home to host a pair of varsity matchups against West Point Thursday night and both Raider squads earned wins over the Warriors. After a tight opening half, the Lady Raiders pulled...
Falkville inmate leaves jobsite; authorities ask public for help locating him
FALKVILLE, Ala. – A trusty (“an inmate granted special privileges as a trustworthy person”) walked off of a jobsite Thursday morning, Dec. 7 in Falkville. Authorities are asking for help from the public to locate him.
The Morgan County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) identified the trusty...
Obituary: Kelly Neal Bradford
Funeral service for Kelly Neal Bradford, age 68, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Javon Daniel officiating; interment in Ebenezer Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on...
Obituary: Auston “Auzz” Riley Thomason
Funeral Service for Auston "Auzz" Riley Thomason, age 24, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Tim McCormick officiating; interment in Cullman Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Sunday,...
Obituary: Larry Gene Hammack
Larry Gene Hammack, age 53, of Houston, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023 in Cullman, Alabama.
He was born on June 21, 1970 in Jasper, Alabama to Clayton and Gladis Hammack. Larry loved his job, liked to travel especially to the mountains, and he...
Obituary: Margie Blankenship
Margie Blankenship, age 79, of Arley, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023 at Princeton Baptist Medical Center in Birmingham.
She was born July 6, 1944 in Florence, Alabama. After working as a secretary to help put her husband through college at The University of Alabama,...
Obituary: Perry Leonard Ashley
Perry Leonard Ashley, 79, of Cullman, AL passed away on Dec. 4, 2023. Perry was born on Oct. 4, 1944, in Cullman, AL and graduated from Fairview High School.
He is preceded in death by his father, Charles, his mother, Bessie, sister, Retha, brother, Harold,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 7, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 7, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
December 4• domestic violence; CR 569• violation of protection order; CR 1545• harassment; CR...
‘Our community takes care of us, so we like to take care of them’
Trident Marina hosts Christmas at Smith Lake
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Landlubbers and mariners old and young alike gathered on the green of The Grille at Trident Marina Sunday, Dec. 3, to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. Children enjoyed the lights, hot cocoa,...
Cullman County Farmers Federation, members recognized during Alabama Farmers Federation Annual Meeting
Alabama Farmers Federation 102nd Annual Meeting includes elections, awards
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - More than 1,300 farmers from across Alabama participated in the 102nd annual meeting of the Alabama Farmers Federation Dec. 3-4 in Montgomery. The event included elections, special recognitions and entertainment.
Business session elections
Four-hundred sixty-two...
Ivey reports rebate checks on way to 1.9 million Alabama tax filers
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced that one-time tax rebates authorized in her 2023 budget are now on their way to 1.9 million Alabama tax filers. Since Dec. 1, which was the start date authorized by law, her office said officials have worked...
Alabama Shine Co. donates 1st jar of legally produced, post-Prohibition Cullman Co. moonshine
CULLMAN, Ala– Alabama Shine Co., a newly federally licensed moonshine distillery based off County Road 222 in Cullman donated its first jar of legally distilled moonshine on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, to the Cullman County Museum. The freshman “Blackberry” blend is the first legally...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘We are more than a team; we are a family’: Arab’s Bennett Elrod recaps junior season
ARAB, Ala. -- This volleyball season was a special one for the Arab Lady Knights as they rolled past everyone to get to the Class 5A state finals, but they ended up falling just short in the title game to finish the season state...
CCSO Rodeo Sponsor Dinner sees record attendance
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted its annual Rodeo Sponsor Dinner Tuesday night at the Cotton Creek Warehouse in Cullman, ahead of this weekend’s Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo. According to Sheriff Matt Gentry, the dinner was an overwhelming success.
“It was by...
Obituary: Shelia Boatright Cofer
Funeral service for Shelia Boatright Cofer, age 66, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023, at Emeus Baptist Church with Greg Aldridge officiating; interment in Emeus Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the...
Obituary: Rodney Wayne Sizemore
Rodney Wayne Sizemore, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Dec. 5, 2023, at the age of 65. Mr. Sizemore was born on March 19, 1958, in Marshall County, Alabama, to George Kelly and Nelle Dean Silvers Sizemore.
Mr. Sizemore enjoyed a good meal and watching...
Obituary: Patricia Miller Seymore
Patricia Miller Seymore, age 75, of the Nesmith Community, passed away December 4, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born March 13, 1948 to Louis Cecil and Elma Lou Miller. Patricia’s world revolved around her loving husband, J.C., her children, her...
Obituary: Letha Mae McKinney
Funeral services for Letha Mae McKinney, 84, of Dalton, IL will be 1 p.m.., Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 at Pleasant Grove Methodist Church in Colony, Alabama. Burial will follow the service at Colony Cemetery.
Visitation will be prior to the service from 10:30 a.m. until...
Obituary: Sarah Ann Quick
McMinnville resident and White County, TN native Sarah Ann Quick, age 80, was born March 24, 1943 and died Nov. 30, 2023.
A homemaker and a member of the Catholic church, she was the daughter of the late Roy...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 6, 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
November 29• harassing communications; person
November 30• harassment; person;...
Falkville celebrates 25 years of Christmas in the Park
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The town of Falkville held its Christmas in the Park event on Sunday, Dec. 3, at Jack McCaig Park.
The Falkville Community Pride group- which hosts the event each year, said this is the 25th occurrence of Christmas in the Park— and...
Inaugural Festival of Trees underway at CWAC
CULLMAN, Ala. - The lobby of the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center (CWAC) was full to the brim on Saturday, Dec. 2, as the Cullman Tree Commission unveiled its new endeavor, the inaugural Festival of Trees. Students from five local public schools and four...
Annual Lights of Love event set for Dec. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Regional Foundation Dr. Herman C. Ensor Lights of Love Ceremony will be held Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. at St. John Evangelical Protestant Church’s Christ Hall.
Giving a gift of love for $20, $40, $60 or more places a...
Obituary: Mildred Eady Edmondson
Funeral service for Mildred Eady Edmondson, 97, of Cullman, is Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Hope Baptist Church in Crane Hill, with Bro. Brandon Watson and Bro. Tommy Graves officiating. Interment will be held at Mt. Hope Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 5, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 5, 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
December 4• leaving scene of accident; person; Fuller...
‘It’s an exciting day for our athletes’: Cullman City Schools breaks ground on new turf fields
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City School Board members, along with Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, joined Cullman High School administrators, coaches, players and others on Cullman High School’s Soccer Field Tuesday to celebrate the first steps of a project they’re all excited to see get underway....
Tribune introduces Bedtime Storytellers Series
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tribune’s “Bedtime Storytellers Series” is officially underway online with a stacked list of readers made up of beloved community members. At 8 p.m. every evening, followers of The Cullman Tribune and Cullman Today can tune in to hear stories...
Saying goodbye to 50 years of the round building at CMS
CULLMAN, Ala. - A unique, iconic piece of Cullman Middle School’s history is set to be closed soon as an ambitious expansion of the downtown campus continues. But don’t worry, the community will get one last chance to bid farewell to what has affectionately...
Baileyton seniors see massive turnout at annual community Christmas celebration
BAILEYTON, Ala. – With a line wrapped around the building and seemingly every child in Baileyton in attendance, excitement and anticipation built as the Baileyton Senior Center hosted its annual community Christmas party on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. Amid festive sweaters, a large, decorated...
Ivey ‘breaks ground’ on Co-op broadband expansion
CULLMAN, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday, Dec. 4, made a stop at the Cullman Electric Cooperative for a ceremonial groundbreaking to signify the beginning of a new broadband expansion project.
“Our presence in Cullman County today underscores our commitment to providing access to...
Obituary: Catherine Marie Burch
Catherine Marie Burch, 73, passed away on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023. Mrs. Burch was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church. She was a very devoted mother and grandmother to her children and grandsons and cherished by her husband.
Mrs. Burch is survived by her...
Obituary: Shannon Lee Armstrong
Memorial service for Shannon Lee Armstrong, age 47, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge...
Obituary: Nancy JoAnn Brown Schnur
Funeral service for Nancy JoAnn Brown Schnur, age 66, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Delbert Freeman officiating; interment in Cullman Heritage Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 2...
Obituary: Thomas Ray Hobbie Jr.
Memorial service for Thomas Ray Hobbie, Jr, 45, of Madison, is incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Tommy was born Nov. 22, 1978 to Thomas Ray Hobbie, Sr. and Linda Bridges Hobbie. He passed from this life on Dec....
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 4, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 4, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
November 30• domestic violence; CR 601• harassment; CR 1435• domestic violence; CR 469• assault;...
A frugal mom’s guide to holiday shopping
Holidays and gifts go together like peanut butter and jelly. Unfortunately, if you aren’t carefully planning and scraping pennies, the holiday season can also go along with financial stress. Christmas and holiday shopping can be intimidating to even those with the largest of bank...
Alabama to play Michigan in College Football Playoff semifinal
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide will square off with the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines in the College Football Playoff Semifinal on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. The contest is slated to kick off at 4...
‘American Pickers’ returning to Alabama, searching for leads
NEW YORK – Episodes of the hit show “American Pickers” will be filmed in Alabama in February 2024. The History Channel hit television show is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking.” It follows skilled pickers in the business as...
Hanceville City Council approves amendments to FY 2024 budget
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its regular council meeting on Thursday, Nov. 30, the Hanceville City Council examined and approved amendments to its previously approved budget for fiscal year 2024. The cuts and additions totaled to a net income of $153,670 back into the City’s...
Wallace State hosting ‘Christmas Spectacular’ Dec. 7
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - If you need some Christmas cheer, the Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts program will present its annual “Christmas Spectacular” Thursday, Dec. 7, in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. The free show begins at 7 p.m. and is open...
Cullman Regional Airport celebrates 65 years of flight and community service
CULLMAN, Ala. – As Cullman Regional Airport marks its 65th anniversary, Director Ben Harrison reflected on its enduring impact and evolving role in the community.
From its inception, the airport has been integral to Cullman’s growth. "Without a thriving airport, a community is not able...
Files from yesteryear: 1936
From the files of 1936
Ralph H. Sanders is the new minister at the First Christian Church in Cullman. He is a native of Savannah, Georgia.
Mr. and Mrs. Bertis Rascoe are building a new home in West Cullman.
From January 1, 1935 to June 30, 1935,...
Obituary: William J.C. Smith
William J.C. Smith, of Joppa, Alabama, passed away on Dec. 1, 2023, at the age of 74. Mr. Smith was born to William Hershel and Ruby Patterson Smith on Dec. 22, 1948, in Cullman County, Alabama.
Mr. Smith is preceded in death by his parents...
Obituary: Margie Ann Pigg
Margie Ann Pigg, age 77, of Vinemont, passed away Friday, Dec. 1, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
She was born Jan. 10, 1946 to Maggie Mae Johnson and Richard McBrayer. Margie was a lifelong homemaker. As she would sit on her front porch and...
Weekend event postponements
CULLMAN, Ala. – Due to expected inclement weather, several local communities have opted to postpone outdoor celebrations originally scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 2 and Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023.
Below is a list of postponements submitted to The Tribune.
Cullman County Christmas Parade
Postponed to Saturday, Dec. 9,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders race past Holly Pond in 2nd half 79-44, Lady Raiders pick up 65-30 win
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos hosted the Good Hope Raiders in a couple of big county games on Friday night. The Lady Raiders picked up a 65-30 win over the Lady Broncos, while a big second half by the Raiders was key as...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview pulls away to top Cold Springs 77-46, Lady Eagles remain unbeaten with 35-26 win
BREMEN, Ala. — The Cold Springs Eagles were back home in their newly-built gymnasium Friday night battling their county rivals from Fairview and the Aggies and Eagles split their varsity matchups. The Lady Eagles overcame a slow start and held off a late push...
Obituary: Linda Loretta Hunniecutt Jensen
Linda Loretta Hunniecutt Jensen, age 83, of Cullman, passed away on Dec. 1, 2023, peacefully of natural causes in Hanceville, Alabama.
Linda was born Jan. 25, 1940, in Oakland, California, to Muriel and Laurens Hunniecutt. Linda had four brothers all from Sacramento, California.
Linda had four...
Obituary: Ruby Maxine Reel Elsberry
Ruby Maxine Reel Elsberry went to be with her Lord and Savior Nov. 29, 2023 at almost 93 years old. She was preceded in death by her husband, A.D. Elsberry, Son in law, Steven Argo and many of her siblings and friends. She was...
Obituary: Rachel Imogene Creasey
Rachel Imogene Creasey, age 91, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Nov. 29, 2023. She was a loving grandmother to eight grandchildren/multiple great-grandchildren and devoted housewife.
Rachel is proceeded in death by her husband Maurice Creasy, late husband Walter R Heinl, mother Alma Hall, father Herbert...
Obituary: William Fred Abel
Funeral service for William Fred Abel, age 80, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in New Horizon Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 3,...
Obituary: Angela Jo Campbell
Funeral services for Angela Jo Campbell, 49, of Hanceville, will be Monday, Dec. 4, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Angela was born March 15,...
Obituary: Brandy Evans Wilson
Funeral service for Brandy Evans Wilson, 38, of Cullman, will be Monday, Dec. 4, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Missionary Grove Baptist Church, with Randy Roberts officiating. Family will welcome friends Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Cullman Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 1, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 1, 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
November 26• theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; Olive...
Vinemont’s 2nd annual Christmas in the Park set for Dec. 9
VINEMONT, Ala. - Councilmembers and staff of the Town of South Vinemont are spending this week preparing and tying up loose ends for their second annual Christmas in the Park. Held in the newly renovated Vinemont Community Park, dubbed the Art Park, Christmas in...
Link hosting backpack drive for those in need
CULLMAN, Ala. – As many residents of Cullman County brave the wintery chill for dazzling light displays, outdoor holiday markets and even ice skating at the Cullman Christkindlmarkt, other residents strive to survive the winter with thin blankets and tents. Cullman’s unhoused population has...
