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: 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)...
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....
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: 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...
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...
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: 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...
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...
Arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 1, 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
May 31
theft of property – 4th degree; person; Hoeppner...
Voters overwhelmingly approve state parks amendment
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - By a wide margin, Alabama voters approved the amendment on last Tuesday’s ballot to provide as much as $80 million in funding for improvements and enhancements to Alabama’s 21 state parks.
“I would like to thank the voters of Alabama for their...
Obituary: Ruth Clark Smith
Ruth Clark Smith, age 74, of Hanceville, passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022 at her home. She was born in Blountsville, Alabama on May 24, 1948 to Alexander and Susie Mae Dodgen Clark.
She was preceded in death by her husband: Bobby Smith; parents:...
Obituary: Rev. Charles Dixon (Updated)
Rev. Charles Dixon, age 90, of Albertville passed away Monday, May 30, 2022 at UAB Hospital. His funeral
service will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 2, 2022 at Mt. Olive Bible Based Fellowship Church, 3838 Co Rd
747 Cullman, Al 35058, with burial to follow in the adjoining cemetery. He will lie-in state from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. before the service at the
church. Rev. Terry Pace and Rev. Chris Kitchens will be officiating. Pallbearers will
be Brad Golden, Tim Roberts, Casey Smith, Cody Smith, Tyson Pruett and Ben
Haynes. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at Albertville
Memorial Chapel.
He is survived by his three daughters: Yvonne (Russell) Golden, Wilma “Skeeter” (Keith) Smith and Vickie (Bill) Pruett, one son: Edwin (LaQuita) Dixon; grandkids: Brad Golden, Sid Golden, Casey Smith, Cody Smith, Emily Smith, Tyson Pruett, Whitney Haynes, Elli Dixon, 16 great-grandchildren; brothers: Sam Dixon and Walter Dixon; sisters: Polly Leslie, Margaret Sims, Sue Turley,
Opal Horton and Doris Duke and a host of nieces and nephews, friends, extended family and church
family.
He is preceded in death by his wife: Nell Dixon; parents; Roy and Bessie Dixon;
Brother: James Dixon and sister: Virginia Turley.
Albertville Memorial Chapel directing
Obituary: Patricia Richard
Memorial services for Patricia Richard, 81, of Crane Hill are being planned by the family and will be announced at a later date.
Mrs. Richard passed from this life May 29. 2022 at her residence surrounded by family. She was born September 6, 1940 to...
Obituary: Eugene Wallace Kiesow
Eugene Wallace Kiesow, age 84, of Vinemont, passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2022, at his residence. He was born January 23, 1938, in Madison, Wisconsin, to Jim and Hazel Kiesow.He was preceded in death by his son: Chris Kiesow and parents.Survivors include his...
Obituary: Carl Webster Davis, Jr.
Carl Webster Davis, Jr., age 83, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022, at the Folsom Center. He was born December 29, 1938, in Cullman, Alabama, to Carl Webster Davis Sr. and Anna Irene Davis.He was preceded in death by his daughter:...
Obituary: Margaret Peggy Young
Margaret Peggy Young, age 72, of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at her residence. She was born February 3, 1950, in Mississippi to Cecil and Elsie Ruth Denton.She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister and four brothers.Survivors include...
Obituary: Franklin E. “Gene” Castleberry
Franklin E. “Gene” Castleberry, 87, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on May 28, 2022. He was born to Jernigan and Nellie Kilcrease Castleberry on August 30, 1934, in Griffin, Georgia.
Mr. Castleberry was a member of Center Point Baptist Church. Gene served his country honorably...
Obituary: Mitchell Carter Kelley
Mitchell Carter Kelley, 69, of Falkville, died Sunday, May 29, 2022
He is survived by his wife: Donna Kelley; son: Shannon Lee Kelley (Anita); granddaughters: Karessa Kelley and Ashton Kelley and his brother: Johnny Kelley.
The family will receive friends Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 11:00...
Good Hope sees record turnout for 6th annual Raider Skills Camp
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Summer is camp season and the Good Hope Raiders got things underway with the sixth annual Raider Skills Camp Tuesday morning. The varsity boys head coach, Drew Adams, the varsity girls head coach, Justin Aby, the JV boys head coach,...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman’s Cagle lands on North All-Star Team
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The North-South Baseball All-Star Teams have been selected for the 2022 AHSAA North-South All-Star Sports Week, announced Brandon Dean, Director of the Alabama High School Athletic Directors & Coaches Association (AHSADCA).
The teams comprised of 2023 rising seniors were chosen by a...
Arrests and incidents reported May 31, 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 to report
Arrests
May 26
Beasley, Steven W; 33
appears in public place under influence
Beebe, Tyrone D; 25
FTA...
Local man drowns on Smith Lake Monday
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division continues to assist multiple rescue efforts in the search and recovery of a local man.
According to the ALEA, the marine-related event occurred at approximately 1:40 p.m. Monday, May 30, and has...
Former Wallace State pitcher Chad Smith promoted to Colorado Rockies, becoming 7th WSCC player to make majors under coach Randy Putman
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Former Wallace State baseball pitcher Chad Smith was promoted to the Colorado Rockies over the weekend and made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut on Sunday against the Washington Nationals, pitching a scoreless inning.
Smith, a McAdory High graduate, pitched for Wallace State during...
Multiple individuals arrested on domestic violence; drug-related charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - The previous week experienced several drug-related arrests across Cullman County.
On Tuesday, May 24, CCSO deputies responded to the report of a traffic accident in the Good Hope area. Upon arrival, deputies located Saundra Kay Harbison, 57, of Cullman on scene. It was...
German Axe Throwing Co. to hold grand opening on July 9 to celebrate building extension and new rage room
CULLMAN, Ala. - German Axe Throwing Company has been operating as the original axe throwing and mechanical bull riding venue in Cullman since February of 2021. They are currently finishing up construction on the extension of their building located at 419 Main Ave which...
The Saint’s Motorcycle Club 6th Annual Miracle League Ride fundraiser hits the road June 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - The idea for the Miracle League Ride started when Brandi Story Evans, Friends of the Miracle League member, met and married a member of the Saints MC. She said she became familiar with the biker world and their willingness to always...
Annual Cullman City vs. County Blood Drive returning in June
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Annual City versus County Blood Drive is quickly approaching and most of us meet the requirements to participate and stake our claim.
On Friday, June 3, city donations will be held at Dick Sporting Goods and Walmart North on Hwy 157....
Obituary: Lonnie Harold Alexander
Lonnie Harold Alexander, 69, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Saturday, May 28, 2022 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
Lonnie was born on May 11, 1953, to Hardie Lee and Joyce Alexander.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. –...
Local woman dies in crash, mourned by community
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman woman known for her giving heart and give-back mentality was killed in a two-vehicle crash on Saturday afternoon.
Patricia Peinhardt, 82, of Cullman was pronounced deceased at CRMC after being transferred there from the scene of the accident according to...
Smith Lake Park celebrates 50 years with Memorial Day Festival
Saturday marked a very special day at Smith Lake Park as crowds poured in to help honor the countless men and women that have sacrificed for our country and celebrate the park’s 50th anniversary with this year’s Memorial Day Festival. There were arts and...
Hanceville pool reopens with new additions and renovations
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Saturday was a big day for swimmers in Hanceville. The Hanceville Pool officially reopened at C.W. Day Park Saturday morning with some new additions and renovations for locals to enjoy.
Chris Johnson, Hanceville's Pool manager, talked about the decision to renovate the...
Cullman County Commission on Aging does it all for Cullman seniors
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging is on a mission to enhance and improve the lives of the senior population throughout the county.
As the overseer of the county’s seven full-time senior centers, the commission offers many avenues of assistance to...
Obituary: Christopher Deon Lang
Funeral service for Christopher Deon Lang, 48, of Hanceville will be at 2: p.m., Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at Renovation Church with interment in Flint Creek Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be at the church from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman...
Obituary: Huey Franklin Johnston
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Huey Franklin Johnston, 87, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Johnston passed away Saturday, May 28, 2022 at his residence. He was born August 1, 1934 to Benjamin Franklin and Alethi Day...
Obituary: Courtney Albert Plater II
Courtney Albert Plater II, age 67, of Eva, passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2022 at Cullman Regional. He was born, December 22, 1954 in Saginaw, MI.He was a software engineer in the defense field. He was a gun enthusiast, who loved hunting and...
Obituary: Barbara Anne Jones
Barbara Anne Jones, age 77, of Jasper, Alabama passed away at home on Saturday, May 28, 2022. Barbara was born October 8, 1944, in Apopka, Florida.
Barbara is survived by her daughter: Tammy Kaye (Joseph) Morales and her daughter Rhonda Anne Stone; her brother: Charles...
Hanceville Planning Commission to update building codes
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville Planning Commission met on Monday evening at the Hanceville Civic Center.
Topics covered included the possibility of updating the building permit application for both residential and commercial properties, updating the building codes, training for commission members and a...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1952
Memorial services will be held at Bethlehem West on May 14, beginning at 10o’clock.
Jimmy Rogers of Berlin was run over and badly injured by a tractor, a few days ago.
Annette Hare visited Barbara Moore at Welcome on Sunday.
Mrs. Zelma King, formerly Zelma Gaither of...
Obituary: Phillip M. Massey
Funeral service for Phillip M. Massey, age 72, of Hanceville, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr....
Obituary: Carl Edward Legg
Carl Edward Legg, 89, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on May 27, 2022. He was born November 20, 1932, in Morgan County, Alabama, to James Richard and Stella Wilhite Legg.
Mr. Legg was a member of Welcome Baptist Church where he and his wife enjoyed...
Obituary: Carolyn Francis Carden
Carolyn Francis Carden, age 78, of Cullman, died Friday, May 27, 2022
She is survived by her children: Terry Campbell, Darren Campbell (Angie) and Christy Witcher (Mitch); brother: Gary Chandler; sister: Hilda Thompson; grandchildren: Cassie Riley (Hunter), Lexie Burdette, Lillie Burdette, Darana Calvert (Austin), Dathan...
ADPH provides information regarding infant formula shortages
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program realizes the challenges that many families are facing with the current nationwide infant formula shortages. ADPH WIC is working daily to address this issue in Alabama.ADPH WIC’s infant...
Hanceville City Council adds to alcohol ordinance; discusses upcoming events
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville City Council met on Thursday evening with all councilors present along with Mayor Kenneth Nail, City Attorney Dan Willingham, Police Chief Bob Long and Fire Chief Rodger Green.
Ordinance No. 646 was added to the city’s alcohol ordinance. The ordinance passed...
Wallace State anglers Bryar Chambers, Clent Blackwood win 2022 BoatUS Collegiate BASS Fishing Championship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State anglers Bryar Chambers and Clent Blackwood have fished together as the college’s top duo for two seasons.
The talented pair secured their first major championship on Friday.
Chambers and Blackwood are the 2022 BoatUS Collegiate BASS Fishing National Champions presented by BASS Pro...
