Obituary: Ceiley Ann Whaley
Funeral services for Ceiley Ann Whaley, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery. Reverend Jeff Freeman will be officiating. Visitation for the public will be from 6 p.m. until...
Obituary: Alta Myrtle Sloan Miller
Alta Myrtle Sloan Miller, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed away on Sep. 9, 2023, at the age of 95. Ms. Miller was born to Grady and Myrtle Whatley Sloan on April 24, 1928.
Alta was an active member of the Welcome Baptist Church family where she...
Obituary: Frank MD Collins
Frank MD Collins, age 82, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 8, 2023.
Frank is survived by his wife, Patricia Collins; his daughter Rita Woodruff(Jimmy); his brother Bill Collins; his sons Byron Johnson(Carolyn) and Terry P. Johnson, his grandsons Wesley Hensley(Kim), Lawrence Johnson(Tammy),...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 11, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 11, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
September 7• possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1030• possession of controlled...
2nd Annual Vinemont BBQ Fest showcases Battle of the Heroes
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. — The Vinemont Sports Complex will be alive with the aromas of barbecued delights on Saturday, Oct. 21, during the 2nd Annual Vinemont Chillin’ N Grillin BBQ Fest. This year, the fest introduces the “Battle of the Heroes” People's Choice BBQ...
‘Shine for Him on the field’: West Point’s Sierra Cranford enjoying band season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point junior Sierra Cranford is heading into her third year as a majorette in the Warrior band and has had a blast doing it. She feels so blessed to be around some great people and has tried to learn...
St. Bernard’s Burrows named to UA Early College summer 2023 Director’s List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 385 students enrolled in UA Early College during summer semester 2023 at The University of Alabama were named to the Director's List with an academic record of 3.6 or higher.
The Director's List recognizes students enrolled in classes through...
Kallhoff gives updates on city school projects
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff provided updates about ongoing and upcoming projects to city school campuses.
"The partnership between the City and our school district has been incredible. The increased funding from sales and property taxes has allowed us to...
Obituary: Danny Clarence Pickett, Sr.
Mr. Danny Clarence Pickett, Sr., 75, of Cullman passed away Saturday, Sep. 9, 2023 at CRMC.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Pickett family.
Mr. Pickett was born Oct. 19, 1947 to Walter C. and Mary Jack Eaves Pickett.
He was preceded in death by...
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Cultivate Cullman Agriplex
“WUNDERGARTEN,” the folktale, is set on an 1870s-era strawberry farm in Cullman County, Alabama. Today, the area’s most passionate advocate for farm heritage is the North Alabama Agriplex. The Cullman-grown nonprofit CULTIVATES CULLMAN by honoring the agricultural glory of the past while planting seeds...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
Mr. Bill Clapp and Geraldine Mugrove surprised their friends by getting married last Thursday. They are residing with Mr. and Mrs. William Clapp, Senior.
Mrs. G.W. Thorn, of Hanceville, suffered painful burns on her leg last Wednesday.
The Bremen Community was shocked...
Obituary: Sgt. Mark Allen Kilpatrick
Funeral service for Sgt. Mark Allen Kilpatrick, age 61, of Falkville, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Curtis “Wendell” Echols
Curtis "Wendell" Echols, age 71, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 8, 2023.
Wendell is survived by his wife, Wanda Echols; his daughter Mandy Dixon (Daniel); and his daughter-in-law Laurie Brooker; his brother Winfred Echols (Judy); his step sons Stephen Millwood (Ashley) and...
2 arrested after robbery
CULLMAN, Ala. - Early Friday morning, Cullman Police Officers Roy Bates and Daniel Palisay were patrolling in the area of Warnke Road Southwest when they witnessed a silver Chevrolet Impala speeding through a parking lot. As it entered the roadway, the Impala narrowly avoided...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs’ Edgeworth, Holly Pond’s Barnett earn wins at Chickasaw Trails Invitational
MOULTON, Ala. – Several local schools made the trip over to Moulton for this year’s Chickasaw Trails Invitational and a pair of local runners outpaced their respective fields and returned home with wins. Cold Springs’ Ethan Edgeworth placed first in the large schools’ boys...
Local potters gearing up for Empty Bowls; volunteers needed
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local potters are gearing up for Empty Bowls, which will take place Feb. 19, 2024, and they need your help! The chili dinner is hosted each year at First United Methodist Church of Cullman and raises funds for Cullman Caring for...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats fall at No. 6 Hartselle 42-0
HARTSELLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats drove north to Hartselle to take on the Tigers in their first 6A, Region 7 Friday night. Hartselle got off to a slow start but ended up dominating the Bearcats to win the game 42-0.
The Cullman defense held...
County commissioners sign Clean Up Alabama petition regarding libraries
CULLMAN, Ala. - While the Cullman County Commission has not taken an official stance on the issue, Chairman Jeff Clemons, and all four county commissioners - Garry Marchman, Kerry Watson, Kelly Duke and Corey Freeman - this week signed the Clean Up Alabama petition...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison handles Cherokee for Homecoming 54-6
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted their region rival, Cherokee Indians, for homecoming and it turned into a happy night for the home team. Addison ran away with the game and came away with a win by a score of 54-6. Addison also crowned the lovely Bailee...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point downs Vinemont at home 33-28
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were back home against another county rival Friday night, and they held off a late push from the Vinemont Eagles to improve to 2-1 with a 33-28 win.
The Eagles got the ball to begin the game...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope falls to No. 2 Cherokee County 35-0
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders played host to the no. 2 ranked Cherokee County Warriors Friday night in their region opener and Cherokee County left Good Hope with a 35-0 win.
Good Hope went three-and-out on its opening possession, and Cherokee County used the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond falls to Locust Fork on the road 68-28
LOCUST FORK, Ala. – Holly Pond traveled to Locust Fork to kick off region play against the Hornets and unfortunately for the Broncos, Locust Fork was dominant from start to finish and Holly Pond fell to 0-3 with a 68-28 loss.
Locust Fork jumped out...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview handles East Limestone on the road 56-21
ATHENS, Ala. – After opening the season with wins over Columbia and Priceville, the Fairview Aggies kicked off region play on the road against East Limestone Friday night and they returned home with an impressive, 56-21 victory over the Indians.
East Limestone struck first, taking...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville drops region opener at No. 8 Oneonta 43-24
ONEONTA, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road Friday night to open up region play at Oneonta but unfortunately, after taking an early lead, the Bulldogs couldn’t keep pace with the Redskins for four quarters and they ended up falling to Oneonta 43-24.
Hanceville...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs drops region opener at Sulligent 49-8
SULLIGENT, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles traveled to Sulligent Friday night for their first regional battle of the season and after scoring to take an early lead in the opening period, the Blue Devils scored 42 unanswered points to pull away and win...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek collects 52-14 region win over Waterloo
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek returned home to Tiger Stadium Friday night to host a regional matchup with Waterloo and the Tigers dominated the Cougars from start to finish on their way to a 52-14 win.
A 12-yard touchdown run and two-point conversion by Cam Deaver...
PREP FOOTBALL: Late interception seals 21-14 region win for Arab over Douglas
DOUGLAS, Ala. – The Arabian Knights made the trip to Douglas to open up region play against the Eagles Friday night, and it was a tight battle that came down to the final possession. Arab took a 21-7 lead late in the third quarter,...
Obituary: Alexis Tierra White
Alexis Tierra White, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away the morning of Sept. 7, 2023, at the age of 23. Lexi was born on March 1, 2000, in Cullman County, Alabama, to Joshua Brett White and Jamie Kim May.
Lexi grew up in the small community...
Obituary: Charles Dewayne Powell
Funeral service for Charles Dewayne Powell, 65, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Sep. 11, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Friendship Methodist Cemetery, Rev. Perry McCravy officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12 p.m....
Obituary: Reba Jane Hartwick
Funeral service for Reba Jane Hartwick, 81, of Hartselle, will be at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve...
9 area students earn degrees from University of Alabama
President’s, Dean’s Lists announced
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Some 1,257 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama's summer 2023 commencement at Coleman Coliseum in August.
Area students who graduated include:
Michael Chandler of Vinemont received a Bachelor of Science in Commerce & Business AdministrationNatalie Conlon of Crane...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 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
September 7• theft of property-1st degree; Doug Doggett...
Pet of the week: You got a friend in Woody
CULLMAN, Ala. – Woody, an approximately 5-year-old male German Shepherd with a caramel and ebony coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Woody’s large frame and multiple scars certainly tell a story, but despite his striking appearance, he is truly a gentle...
PREP CHEER: ‘This team has become a family’: Cold Springs’ Jozie Anderson ready for cheer season
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs junior cheerleader Jozie Anderson has enjoyed every second cheering on varsity so far and has learned so much during that experience.
"Cheering for Cold Springs has been challenging, but so very rewarding. We put in hours of hard work, blood,...
Cullman’s Kayden Cleckler joins Troy University ‘Sound of the South’ marching band
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is proud to recognize new members of the "Sound of the South" marching band who joined during the fall 2023 semester.
Local students who joined the Sound of the South:
Kayden Cleckler of Cullman
About Troy University
Troy University is a public,...
BOARsighted: A look into wild pig management
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Wild pigs are arguably one of the most detrimental wildlife species. These animals have the potential to decimate crops, wildlife habitat and food plots. Virtually every natural resource can be affected by these creatures. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System encourages...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison sweeps tri-match against Meek, Cold Springs
ARLEY, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Bulldogs traveled about ten miles south to participate in a volleyball tri-meet hosted by the number 5 team in 1A Meek Lady Tigers and the Cold Springs Lady Eagles. It just so happens that Addison is the number...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Vinemont edges East Lawrence 3-2
VINEMONT, Ala. -- It was a battle of the Eagles Thursday night as Vinemont hosted East Lawrence and this one went back-and-forth for the majority of the contest. Vinemont ended up winning a long, competitive five-set match over East Lawrence 3-2.
Vinemont 25 - East Lawrence...
An autumnal boutique experience
CULLMAN, Ala. – While some dream of temperatures dropping and leaves beginning to change color, many are choosing to switch out wardrobes and freshen up home decor with a little fall flair. A cozy cottage on the northeast side of town will be packed...
Obituary: Neal McCay
Funeral Service for Neal McCay, age 69, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, Sep. 11, 2023, at Mt. Hebron Baptist Church with Derrick Lowery officiating; interment in Mt. Hebron Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Sunday,...
Obituary: Donald Ray Brown
Donald Ray Brown, age 65, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Sep. 6, 2023, at his residence. He was born March 18, 1958, to Thurman "Duke" Brown and Willie Francis Brown.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Thurman Dale Brown.
Survivors include...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 7, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 7, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
September 5• violation of protection order; CR 1770• harassment; CR 399• criminal mischief; I-65...
SRO program board hosts special-called meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the School Resource Officer (SRO) program governing board on Wednesday met for a special-called meeting to discuss program changes and where funds will be used in the school systems.
Back in May of this year, the Alabama Legislature passed legislation...
Local law enforcement reports calm Labor Day weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta and Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry were both happy to report that the Labor Day weekend was a relatively quiet one for their departments.
Nassetta said there with no major incidents to note. "We didn't have much...
Main library branch reopens
CULLMAN, Ala. – The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System finally reopened its doors to the public on Tuesday, Sept. 5, almost a month after an Aug. 7 storm blew out windows and caused damage in the back portion of the...
Obituary: Edna Mae Stricklin
Funeral services for Edna Mae Stricklin, 88, of Bremen, will be 11 a.m. Friday, Sep. 8, 2023 at Ryans Creek Baptist Church. She will lie in state at the church from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Friday. Burial will follow at Ryans Creek...
ADMH: September is National Recovery Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – September is National Recovery Month and the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH), the Division of Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Services and our community partners raise awareness and educate individuals and families through information and events to show the...
Obituary: Katheryn Goodwin Yeager
Funeral Service for Katheryn Goodwin Yeager, age 88, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sep. 11, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in Valley Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Sunday, Sep. 10, 2023,...
Obituary: Iva Mae Smith
Iva Mae Smith, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Sep. 5, 2023. Iva was born in Cullman, Alabama on March 8, 1937 to Clifford Washington and Cleo Childers Farley. Mrs. Smith was a Mary Kay Makeup consultant.
Visitation for Mrs. Smith will...
Obituary: Maxwell Waylan Ratcliff
Maxwell Waylan Ratcliff, 24, passed away Sept. 2, 2023. He was born Feb. 21, 1999 as the Beloved son of Johnathan and Andrea Ratcliff; Adored brother to Mallory Ratcliff Randolph (Ty) and Memphis Ratcliff; Doting uncle to Remy, Rudd, and Renfri; Boyfriend/Fiancé for 8...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 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
August 31• leaving scene of accident; person; Hwy....
Cowlicks and Pigtails brings consistent seasonal consignment to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Any parent who strives to keep up with trends and ever-growing little bodies has struggled with pricing and cost-per-wear of quality children’s clothes. And probably experienced the stress of the beautiful smocked and embroidered set you shilled out major dollars for...
Commission reminds residents of Cullman County Notification System
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission is reminding Cullman County residents about its Cullman County Notification System. The application allows users to select which alerts they receive and from which location in the county they would like to receive them. Alerts can be...
RE Garrison Trucking showcases cancer awareness wraps on fleet
CULLMAN, Ala. - RE Garrison Trucking, Inc. has been at the forefront of corporate social responsibility through its unique truck wrap program. Started in 2018, the initiative has transformed from a tribute to veterans into a rolling billboard for several social causes, with 2023...
Obituary: Ellen Marie Michael
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Ellen Marie Michael, 85, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family
Mrs. Michael passed away Tuesday, Sep. 5, 2023 at Woodland Health and Rehab. She was born March 7, 1938 to William Henry and Floy...
Obituary: Charles Wayne Kuykendall
Funeral Service for Charles Wayne Kuykendall, age 72, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sep. 8, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Allan Kuykendall officiating; interment in Ebenezer Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday,...
Obituary: William Richard Hawkins
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for William Richard Hawkins, 84, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Hawkins passed away Sep. 4, 2023 at his residence. He was born July 6, 1939 to Edgar Bryant and Annie Blanch Bennett Hawkins.
He...
Obituary: Wilford J. Quick
Funeral Service for Wilford J. Quick, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sep. 7, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Tim Aris and Malcolm Carter officiating; interment in Spring Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 4...
Obituary: Tonya Michelle Alexander
Tonya Michelle Alexander, age 46, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Sep. 3, 2023. Tonya was born in Cullman, AL. on Nov. 21, 1976 to Ronny and Terry Wilson Alexander. She is preceded in death by her mother and a sister, Tammy Alexander.
A...
MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Good Hope rolls past Vinemont 56-8
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Good Hope made the short trip over to Vinemont to take on the Eagles in Tuesday night and it was all Raiders from the start. Good Hope scored on all but one drive in the first half and ended up rolling past Vinemont...
Ivey urges Alabamians to be ready when disaster strikes
September is 'National Preparedness Month'
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As the nation marks “National Preparedness Month” in September, Governor Kay Ivey urges all Alabamians to have a plan ready for when disaster strikes.
“Alabama is no stranger to the unpredictable and sometimes harmful effects of Mother Nature,” said Governor...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 5, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 5, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
August 31• domestic violence; CR 1592• harassment; Hwy. 157• possession of controlled substance; possession...
Sweet Tater Festival sees biggest crowd yet
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s Sweet Tater Festival at Smith Lake Park had the biggest turnout in the event’s history, according to Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug Davenport.
"Weather has been a huge factor this year," he said. "The warm temperatures were certainly...
PREP CHEER: ‘We are more like sisters now’: Hanceville’s Josie Radcliff ready for cheer season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville junior varsity cheerleader Josie Radcliff has had a great experience during her time on the varsity Bulldogs cheer squad so far and feels blessed that she gets to cheer alongside some great teammates.
"I've had a great experience each year. Our...
COA urges retirees, seniors to ‘Treasure Your Health’ on Sept. 7
ULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) is urging retirees and seniors to “Treasure Your Health” at its high seas-themed Cullman Retiree and Senior Health Fair. The event will take place Thursday, Sept. 7, at the Donald E. Green Active Adult...
SugarFest 2023 brings Labor Day fun to Arab
ARAB, Ala. – Hundreds of residents poured into Arab City Park on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, to celebrate Arab’s annual SugarFest. SugarFest, a celebration of all the things that make life sweeter in the South, brought a combined 162 vendors, dozens of food trucks...
Obituary: Nina Gay Green
A graveside service for Nina Gay Green, of Hanceville, will be 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sep. 6, 2023 at Mulberry Cemetery in Blountsville, Alabama. Reverend Bruce Dial will be officiating.
Mrs. Green was born on Oct. 11, 1935, to the late George and Mamie (Marsh) Newman...
Obituary: Minnie Johnson Franklin
Minnie Johnson Franklin, 85, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, Sep. 2, 2023. She was born Dec. 9, 1937. Mrs. Franklin was an English Teacher at Baker High School in Mobile for 30 years. She was a member of Cullman First Baptist Church.
She is...
Op-Ed: Alabama’s historic grocery tax cut goes into effect, but more work remains to finish the job
Alabamians are feeling a bit of relief at the grocery store checkout lines as a result of the tax cut on food that a coalition of conservative lawmakers and I pushed through the Legislature during the 2023 regular session.
Beginning on Sept. 1, the state’s...
‘Follow my dreams’: Fairview’s Amy Latham ready for band season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior color guard captain Amy Latham will be heading into her sixth and final season as a member of the Aggie band and has enjoyed every second of it so far. She has learned so much during her time in...
Victim Services to host 3rd Annual Masquerade Ball
CULLMAN, Ala. – The time has come to bring out your most daring mask and dazzling formalwear to go incognito for an evening at Victim Services’ third annual Masquerade Ball, scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, at Loft 212. Doors open at 6 p.m.
The...
Obituary: Harvey Darrell Owen
Graveside service for Harvey Darrell Owen, 85, of Cullman will be at 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Sep. 7, 2023 at Good Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Thursday.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve...
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Cultivate Cullman ice cream
“Never ask a woman who is eating ice cream straight from the carton how she’s doing.”
I LOVE WOMEN and one reason is because they invented ice cream freezers so commoners like me could enjoy homemade, frozen custard concoctions. Nancy Johnson in America and Agnes...
Spring trip to Washington, D.C., planned with WSCC Alumni Association
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Springtime is a wonderful time to visit Washington, D.C., and the Wallace State Alumni Association is planning a trip for early April 2024. The six-night, seven-day journey is jam packed with visits to many of the favorite tourist destinations in and...
Checking in with Josie Harrington, new library director
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System has a new director. Following the retirement of Sharon Townson, who was with the library for 27 years, the library board selected Josie Harrington to assume the role. Harrington, who started her career with the library...
Files from yesteryear: 1930, 1936
From the files of 1930
The County Board of Education has moved into its newly remodeled building, which is one of the finest in the state.
Mrs. T.A. Smith had charge of the P.T.A. program on Tuesday. A book week program was given and Mrs. M.H....
Cullman County Youth Football week 1 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – After high temperatures postponed last week’s games, the 2023 Cullman County Youth Football season officially kicked off Saturday and there were some great games happening all over the county. The Vinemont Eagles hosted the West Point Warriors, the Good Hope Raiders...
(Updated) Cullman man dies after single-vehicle crash
Updated Nov. 30 at 9:06 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:20 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, claimed the life of a Cullman man.
Alabama State Troopers said Maxwell W. Ratcliff, 24, was critically injured when a 2021 Dodge Ram left the...
Obituary: Zena Glass Harris
Zena Glass Harris, age 33, of Jasper, formerly of Haleyville, passed away Friday, Sep. 1, 2023 at University Hospital in Birmingham.
She was born June 15, 1990 to Jon and Tracy Glass. Zena served as a jailer for the Walker County Sheriff's Office. Zena was...
Obituary: Dorothy Irene Savage
Funeral service for Dorothy Irene Savage, age 85, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sep. 7, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jeffrey Folds officiating; burial at Alabama National Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. on...
Obituary: Glenn Karstaedt
Glenn Karstaedt, 59, of Cullman, Alabama, joined the eternal celebration in Heaven Aug. 30, 2023.
Glenn was born on May 10, 1964, to Ralph and Delores (Perl) Karstaedt in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Glenn graduated from Kiel High School in 1983. He enjoyed woodworking, metals, and electronics...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs’ Edgeworth, Cullman’s Barnett place 1st in Scottsboro, Moulton
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. – Cold Springs and Cullman both hit the road Saturday morning to compete in this year’s Scottsboro Invitational and Pepsi XC Challenge respectively and both of them returned home with winners. Cold Springs’ Ethan Edgeworth cooked the rest of the large schools’...
WSCC: From adversity to achievement
Najee Davis' inspiring journey to becoming a Chick-fil-A owner/operator
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For Najee Davis, his time at Wallace State Community College represents a lot of firsts. He is the first in his family to graduate college. He read his first book as a student...
Cullman recognized for thriving tourism industry
CULLMAN, Ala. – It is no question that Cullman has steadily risen to a prime spot in the must-travel list of the Southeast for day trips, festivals, restaurants and of course, all the natural beauty dotted throughout the county. The community presents some of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison hammers Vina on the road 50-0
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison made the long journey to Vina, Alabama for a region matchup with Vina and the Bulldogs returned home with a convincing, 50-0 victory over the Red Devils.
Addison was hoping to come back from a tough county loss in the opening...
The gift of music
Living Water Services donates 12 keyboards to Good Hope schools
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – In a heartwarming gesture of community support, Living Water Services made a substantial contribution to the music program at Good Hope Primary and Elementary Schools: 12 keyboards.
The initiative was spearheaded by...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope pulls away to top Vinemont 39-20
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles hosted the Good Hope Raiders on a drizzly Friday night and unfortunately for the home crowd, the Raiders topped the Eagles 39-20 to collect their first win of the season.
Vinemont put the first points on the board when...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville topples West Point on the road 29-15
WEST POINT, Ala. – Hanceville made the trip over to West Point for a huge county matchup with the Warriors and big games from J.T. Davis and Marquies Leeth along with a strong defensive effort, led the way for the Bulldogs in a huge...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview blanks Priceville on the road 35-0
DECATUR, Ala. – After cruising past Columbia in week one, the Fairview Aggies faced their first road test of the season in week two with a matchup at Priceville. It took the Aggies a little time to find their rhythm offensively, but they dominated...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs handles Holly Pond 42-7
BREMEN, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos traveled across the county to face the Eagles of Cold Springs Friday night and with the rain coming down, the Eagles flew to an impressive, 42-7 win over the Broncos.
Cold Springs received the opening kickoff and moved...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek falls to Hackleburg 24-8
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek returned home to Tiger Stadium Friday night after opening up the season with a road win over Maplesville but unfortunately for Tiger fans, they didn’t have the same success against Hackleburg.
Meek took a lead late in the first quarter when...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab fends off Brewer 28-13
ARAB, Ala. – After handling Albertville in week one, the Arabian Knights returned home Friday night to host Brewer in week two and after a tight first half, the Knights were able to take more control in the second half and pull away with...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman collects 15-13 win at Jasper
JASPER, Ala. – The Bearcats were on the road Friday night to renew their rivalry with the Jasper Vikings, and it was another tight battle between the ‘Cats and the Vikings. Special teams miscues by Jasper allowed Cullman to take an early lead but...
Obituary: Ricky Jason Waldrop
Funeral services for Ricky Jason Waldrop, 40, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sep. 5, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. Reverend Rick Vinson will be officiating. Visitation for the public will be from...
Obituary: Randy Paul Calloway
Celebration of Life visitation for Randy Paul Calloway, age 74, of Vinemont, will be from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sep. 9, 2023 at Sammy and Tina Calloway's home at 111 County Road 1138 Cullman, AL., 35058.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Mitch BeShears
Celebration of Life service for Mitch BeShears, age 64 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sep. 3, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sep. 3, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Velvie Jane Perry
Graveside Service for Velvie Jane Perry, age 75, of Cherokee Ridge, will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, at Simcoe Baptist Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Perry passed away on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023, at Marshall Medical...
Obituary: John Gary Denton
John Gary Denton, age 69, of Addison, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, with his wife, Donna by his side.
He was born Dec. 26, 1953 in Hartselle, Alabama to John and Naythene Denton. Gary retired from Nucor Steel after over 20...
Obituary: James Michael Anthony Reaid
James Michael Anthony Reaid, age 72, of Cullman, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023, at Floyd E. "Tut" Fann State Veterans Home. He was born Nov. 29, 1950, to James Reaid and Ovadie Reaid.
He was preceded in death by his son, Ben Reaid, and...
Obituary: Donna Sue Jordan
A memorial service for Donna Sue Jordan, 77, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Sep. 5, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Pastor Rodney Thompson officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Jordan family.
Mrs. Jordan passed away Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023...
