Files from yesteryear: 1916, 1920
From the files of 1916
W. Tom Vandiver spent Monday in Birmingham.
The Honorable George Parker spent Wednesday at Brilliant.
A dance was enjoyed at the Growlers Club rooms on Friday night.
Mrs. A. Dreher will entertain at the Symphony Club on November 23rd.
Claud Griffin spent the first...
Obituary: Jo Ann McMillan
Funeral service for Jo Ann McMillan, age 94, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Walter Cash and Robert Lancaster officiating; burial at Fairview Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until...
Obituary: Danny Elwin McAfee
Danny Elwin McAfee was born Oct. 6, 1948 in Cullman, Alabama. He passed away suddenly on Oct. 30, 2023 in Bron, France while vacationing with his wife, Deborah, and close friends.
Visitation for Danny will be on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 from 10 a.m. until 2...
Well Water Quality Workshop set for Nov. 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Cooperative Extension System – Private Well Program is offering a free workshop through the Cullman County and Blount County Extension Offices on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. at the Hanceville Civic Center. The Well Water Quality Workshop will...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview handles Randolph in regular season finale 41-7
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After dropping their region finale to Russellville last Friday night, the Fairview Aggies bounced back in their regular season finale at home against Randolph Friday night. It might have been cold at Dafford Smith Stadium, but Fairview's running game sure wasn't, and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison caps regular season with 44-6 win over Shoals Christian
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Shoals Christian Flame for their last regular season and region game. With both teams already securing a playoff spot, this game was strictly for seeding. An Addison win would guarantee them second place in the region and give them the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont pulls away to top Holly Pond 40-24
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles were back home Friday night to wrap up the regular season against the rival Holly Pond Broncos and it took a pair of late scores for the Eagles to pull away for good and defeat the Broncos on...
St. Bernard Prep Shadow Day: Discover life as a Saint!
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard is inviting interested students to experience a day in the life of a Saint through our Shadow Day program! Admissions Director Meg Glover encourages families to participate in a Shadow Day to see if St. Bernard is for them.
“It's...
WSCC hosting ‘Salute to United States Veterans’ featuring Concert Band, Jazz Band Nov. 9
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Concert Band and Jazz Band will perform their “Salute to United States Veterans” on Thursday, Nov. 9, in the Recital Hall of the Burrow Center for Fine and Performing Arts. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. Admission...
Chef Tillman
Local student-turned-chef hosting fundraiser for Flourish
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tillman Oldacre, or as his online following might know him, Chef Tillman, is a student at West Elementary who plans on making this holiday season a bit sweeter for clients of Flourish of Cullman. Selling his...
19th annual WSCC Student Investment Luncheon raises over $373K
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – As Wallace State Community College (WSCC) transitions into planning for spring semester, the highly anticipated event of the fall season went off without a hitch on Thursday morning, Nov. 2, 2023. The 19th annual Student Investment Luncheon saw hundreds of donors...
Veteran spotlight: Ronald ‘Ron’ Creech
In celebration of Veterans Day, Tribune reporter Cayla Grace Murphy sat down with veterans at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 for rapid-fire interviews. The Tribune will be publishing an interview every week in November.
Ronald ‘Ron’ Creech
United States Army, Reserve 1978-1988, active duty 1988-1992
Deployments:...
PREP FOOTBALL: Tigers drop regular season finale to Oakman 69-26
ARLEY, Ala. – After collecting a road win over Cherokee last week,Meek returned home to Tiger Stadium Friday night to host its regular season finale against Oakman. Unfortunately for the home crowd, the Wildcats put together one of their best performances of the season...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville finishes season with 41-26 win at East Lawrence
TRINITY, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs capped off the 2023 season with a road matchup at East Lawrence Friday night and with the help of some turnovers on defense and several explosive plays from the offense, the Bulldogs were able to cap the year...
Obituary: Mary Joyce Hampton Watts
Mary Joyce Hampton Watts, age 65, of Cullman, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, at her residence. She was born Nov. 6, 1957, to Afton Thomas Hampton and Vera Lillie Hampton.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Camellia Hampton; and brother,...
Obituary: Nedra Joyce Blackwood Smith
Graveside service for Nedra Joyce Blackwood Smith, 81, of Cullman, will be Monday, Nov. 6, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Memorial Gardens, with Bro. Craig Johnson officiating.
The family is asking in lieu of flowers, donations to be made to the American Cancer Society.
Cullman...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 3, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 3, 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
October 28• leaving scene of accident; person; 1st...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Rose Code’ by Kate Quinn
“The Rose Code” is an intriguing novel set with two timelines. One is in 1940 during the early years of World War II. The other is in 1947 after the war is over.
In 1940, three women are hired to work in Bletchley Park as codebreakers. They work with...
‘We’re setting a standard’
Mayor Woody Jacobs talks local improvement projects, Christmas season
CULLMAN, Ala. – Downtown construction projects have been topics of discussion at recent Cullman City Council meetings, and Mayor Woody Jacobs was happy to talk about achievements that will facilitate this year’s expanded holiday celebrations.
“Nathan (Anderson)...
COLUMN: A slice full of memories
Decisions, decisions. What was I going to eat for supper? That’s always an important question for me, but today is a special day. Today was the first day that my taste has come back since I had Covid (my fourth time, by the way)....
Obituary: Billy Joe “Bill” Ray
Funeral service for Billy Joe "Bill" Ray, age 83, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Richard Richie officiating; interment in Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior...
Obituary: James David Johnson
James David Johnson, age 63, of Bremen, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, at Cullman Regional. He was born Oct. 27, 1960, to James Carrolton Johnson and Betty Sue Johnson.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Carrolton Johnson; sister, Debbie Wilson;...
Obituary: Betty Jean Leipert
Betty Jean Leipert, age 88, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. She was born on March 3, 1935 in Cullman, Alabama to Jesse Lee and Vanara Marie Newsom.
Mrs. Leipert was a caring mother and diligent house wife who worked selflessly...
Obituary: Kathryn Louise Samples
Kathryn Louise Samples, age 69, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. Kathryn was born in Cullman, Alabama on Jan. 2, 1954.
Graveside services will be held on Sunday Nov. 5, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church Cemetery...
Newcomers lead Auburn to 102-66 exhibition win over AUM
AUBURN, Ala. – With a trio of first-year Tigers combining for 47 points, Auburn tuned up for its season opener by defeating Auburn-Montgomery 102-66 Wednesday in an exhibition at Neville Arena.
Denver Jones made four 3-pointers and led Auburn with 18 points, Chad Baker-Mazara went 9-for-9 from the free-throw...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 2, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 2, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
October 30• harassment; CR 1147• theft of property; CR 160• robbery; Walker St. SW•...
2023 Cullman Farm-City Banquet set for Nov. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. – Farm-City Week is just around the corner, and the Cullman Farm-City Committee has been hard at work through the year to bolster the idea that industries should work hand in hand to deepen the connection between rural farmers and urban workers...
Cullman City Council presents $600K to city school system, part of $6M commitment
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday presented a $600,000 check to Cullman City Schools, part of a long-term plan to help fund multiple construction and capital improvement projects in the system.
“A few years ago, in talking with the superintendent and the...
Childhaven holding benefit yard sale Nov. 2-3
CULLMAN, Ala. – Childhaven receives donations throughout the year, but at only half capacity currently, some of those remain in storage. Since fall 2022, Childhaven has aimed to shrink its storage bill and maximize liquid funds to continue providing care for the girls it...
Cullman man indicted for murder in years-long missing person case
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a significant development in a case that has been under investigation for over three years, the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) announced Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, that an arrest has been made in connection to the disappearance of Jeffery Glenn...
Obituary: Gladys May Sharpton
Funeral service for Gladys May Sharpton, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 3, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Scott Sessions officiating; interment in Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday,...
Obituary: Theodore Martin Schaefers
Funeral Mass for Theodore Martin Schaefers, age 94, of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, at Sacred Heart Church with Father Patrick Egan, OSB officiating; interment in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m....
STATE VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: No. 2 Arab falls to No. 1 Montgomery Academy in 5A State Finals
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After finishing as state runner ups just a season ago, the Lady Knights of Arab were back on the court at Bill Harris Arena competing for the 5A State Championship Wednesday. This time, they faced top-ranked Montgomery Academy, and they were...
Obituary: Charles Morrison
Memorial service for Charles Morrison, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, at First United Methodist Church with Josh Hickman and Chris Morrison officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Mr. Morrison passed away on Tuesday, Oct....
Obituary: Jesse Paul Campbell
Jesse Paul Campbell, age 75, of Hartselle, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023, at Decatur Morgan Hospital. He was born Aug. 9, 1948, to Jesse Campbell and Cherie L. Campbell.
He was preceded in death by his parents and cousin, Larry H. Hillis.
Survivors include...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 1, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 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
October 30• domestic violence-3rd degree-harassment; person; Hwy....
Local talent: Raging Bones
WEST POINT, Ala. - At one point or another during adolescence, most children and teens dream of starting their band and making it to “the Big Time” with a group of friends rocking out and traveling the world playing music. Statistically, less than 1%...
‘Not everyone lives to tell their story’
CULLMAN, Ala. - “For my aunt we walk,” “Love does not hurt,” “Not everyone lives to tell their story.” Those were the words emblazoned on posterboard signs and affixed to the backs, wagons and hands of survivors and supporters alike on Saturday, Oct. 28,...
Cold weather coming: Heat your home safely
If you happen to live in areas that experience colder weather, it’s starting to get chilly and you may be turning your heat on. Heating equipment is a leading cause of home fires in this country and the American Red Cross urges families to...
Obituary: Marlin “Baby” Keith Lemons
Funeral service for Marlin “Baby” Keith Lemons, age 67, of Cullman, will be Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Bro. Cameron Smith officiating. Visitation will be held from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Wednesday.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Gladys May Sharpton
Funeral service for Gladys May Sharpton, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 3, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Scott Sessions officiating; interment in Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday,...
Wallace State Volleyball competing for ACCC Championship this weekend
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Volleyball will compete for a 14th conference title in 15 seasons and 24th overall in the Alabama Community College Conference/National Junior College Gulf South District Tournament this weekend in Mobile.
Standing in first place in the North Division, the Lions’ first...
Arrests and Incidents reported Oct. 31, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 31, 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
October 26• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle;...
6 inducted in inaugural class of Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame
CULLMAN, Ala. – Heads were bowed and colors were posted at Cullman Savings Bank as a chosen few were inducted into the inaugural class of the Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame on Friday evening, Oct. 27, 2023. Out of dozens of submissions, six were...
Wallace State Cross Country teams win repeat conference championships
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State men’s and women’s cross country teams each won their sixth consecutive Alabama Community College Conference championships Friday at John Hunt Cross Country Park in Huntsville.
The men had seven runners in the top 10, finishing 23 points ahead of...
Obituary: Sandra Gail Tyson WatwoodObituary:
The family of Sandra Gail Tyson Watwood, although heartbroken, is also happy to announce that our beloved mother is now in Heaven with not only Our Lord and Savior, but also our daddy whom she adored. This is no ordinary obituary, because our mother...
Obituary: Sandra Elizabeth Bagwell
Funeral service for Sandra Elizabeth Bagwell, age 59, of Cullman, will be Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023 at 2 pm at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Bro. Tony Hyde officiating. Visitation will be held from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday. Interment will follow...
Arrests and Incidents reported Oct. 30, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 30, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
October 26• theft of property; Nesmith Rd.• possession of controlled substance; possession of...
Obituary: Martha Ringo
Martha Ringo, age 72, of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023 at her residence. She was born, Dec. 21, 1950, to WL Barnett and Mary Ann Barnett.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Joseph Ringo.
Survivors include her son, John...
Obituary: Katherine Ann Campbell (Kathy)
Katherine Ann Campbell (Kathy), age 70, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation for the public will be...
Obituary: Rachel Howard Trinchitella
Rachel Howard Trinchitella, age 76, peacefully passed away the morning of Thursday, Oct. 26 at home with her children by her side.
Conrad and Bonnie Howard were blessed with Rachel on Sept. 10, 1947 in Cullman Hospital. As a young girl, Rachel enjoyed dancing, dolls,...
Op-Ed: Fear of the known
Work. It's something most of us have to do at least five days each week. However, for some the work week turns into a work month, which morphs into working nearly every day.
I'm not complaining as the profession that chose me suits all aspects...
Hanceville City Council discusses renovation of Hanceville dispatch office
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its regular meeting on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, the Hanceville City Council welcomed Hanceville Police Chief Joshua Howell, who shared exciting news about an upcoming revitalization to the HPD dispatch office.
“We’re going to revamp all of dispatch, which has been...
Jacobs proclaims November Home Care and Hospice Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs on Thursday, Oct. 26, proclaimed the month of November “Home Care and Hospice Month” in Cullman, urging residents to recognize and appreciate home care and hospice professionals in the community. On-hand to accept the proclamation from Jacobs from...
Files from yesteryear: 1954
From the files of 1954
Mrs. Cecil Looney, of Geraldine, was the guest last week of Mrs. Lois Weeks. Mrs. Weeks returned home with her for several days.
Mrs. Jimmy Duren, of Birmingham, spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. James E. Nail and Mr. and...
Obituary: Jimmie Lee Boyd
Jimmie Lee Boyd, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mrs. Willodean Campbell Boyd. Daughter, Susan “Tim” Sellers, grandchildren: Adam Sellers, Ben “Lindzie” Sellers, Mary Beth Sellers, and great-grandchildren: Braylin...
Orange Beach boat lands potential record blue marlin
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. - When word got around that Orange Beach boat “Best Trait” was headed to Orange Beach Marina with a huge blue marlin on board, a crowd quickly gathered at the marina to watch the weigh-in.
As the 55-foot Viking sportfishing vessel owned...
Chick-fil-A to re-open Nov. 2
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s almost time: find your best stretchy pants and cow print shirt because the highly anticipated grand re-opening of one of the county’s favorite chicken joints – Chick-fil-A (CFA) – is mere days away. After a long 19-week hiatus, the restaurant...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 6 Fairview falls at No. 10 Russellville 31-14
RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. – Fairview hit the road for a huge regional matchup at Russellville Friday night but unfortunately for Aggies fans, the Tigers were able to hand Fairview its first loss of the season 31-14.
The Tigers ended their opening possession with a field goal...
CCBOE approves contract for new systemwide security system
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) held a special-called board meeting on Oct. 25 during which it voted to enter into a contract with Spot.ai to upgrade to a systemwide security camera system over the next two years.
Superintendent Dr. Shane...
Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration set for Nov. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – With an estimated 7,000 (and that number is increasing) veterans in Cullman County, it can be hard to find a way that makes everyone feel seen, heard and appreciated on Veterans Day. Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Ken Brown, a mover...
Senior smiles: Witches and goblins and ghouls, OH MY!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Residents lined the sidewalk in wheelchairs and loungers, decked out in witches' hats and Halloween attire, beaming at the sight of superheroes, princesses and other-worldly creatures creeping into the parking lot of Woodland Village Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center (WVRHC) on Thursday,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope falls in season finale at Oneonta 55-42
ONEONTA, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders traveled to take on the Redskins in their final game of the regular season on Friday night and after a wild back-and-forth start to the first half, Oneonta started to pull away in the second quarter and ended up...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman caps regular season with 42-10 win over Etowah
CULLMAN, Ala. – After securing the fourth seed in the AHSAA 6A Region 7 standings and a spot in the playoffs, the Cullman Bearcats hosted the Etowah Blue Devils in their final regular season game Friday night. Cullman got off to a slow start,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison handles Phillips on the road 54-0
BEAR CREEK, Ala. – Addison traveled to Bear Creek, Alabama to take on the Phillips Bears at James E. Glass Stadium. This was a region game, and it was a David vs Goliath matchup, but this time David didn't have a stone and the Bulldogs...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point punches playoff ticket with 27-13 win over Brewer
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point was back home Friday night to host Brewer for a big regional battle with a postseason berth on the line and the Warriors pulled away in the final frame to top the Patriots 27-13 and punch their playoff...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond hangs on to top Cleveland 34-26
CLEVELAND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos were back on the road Friday night for their final regional matchup of the season at Cleveland and the Broncos were able to stop the Panthers on the final play of the game to secure a 34-26...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont hammers Asbury 42-0 to clinch playoff berth
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to Albertville to take on the Rams with a chance to clinch a playoff spot in the region finale and the Eagles returned home with a 42-0 victory and a postseason berth.
Vinemont received the opening kick-off and took an...
PREP FOOTBALL: Tigers topple Cherokee on the road 26-12
CHEROKEE, Ala. – The Meek Tigers were back on the road Friday night for a region matchup at Cherokee and thanks in large part to a three-touchdown performance from running back Cam Deaver, they were able to leave Cherokee with a 26-12 win.
The Indians...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs drops season finale at Tuscaloosa Academy 48-26
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Cold Springs made the long trip to Tuscaloosa Academy for its regular season finale Friday night and the Eagles trailed by just one early in the second quarter but couldn’t keep pace with the Knights the rest of the way and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab wraps up regular season with 42-7 win at Hazel Green
HAZEL GREEN, Ala. – Arab hit the road for its regular season finale at Hazel Green Friday night and the Knights wrapped up a 7-2 regular season campaign with a 42-7 win over the Trojans. Arab will be off next week before traveling to...
Obituary: Lacy Jean Laney
Funeral service for Lacy Jean Laney, age 35, of Cullman, will be Monday, Oct. 30, 2023 at 1 p.m. at Blair Congregational Methodist Church, with Bro. Dan Hopper officiating. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Monday at the church. Interment...
Obituary: Argie Lee Mosley
Funeral service for Argie Lee Mosley, age 88, of Cullman, will be Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Tommy Graves and Bro. Tim Aris officiating. Family will welcome friends from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Interment...
Obituary: Lieutenant Commander, Dennis Clark Harris Sr.
Lieutenant Commander, Dennis Clark Harris Sr., age 92, of Decatur, died Friday, Oct. 20, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents Dennis Elmore and Nell Ruth Clark Harris and a brother, William Richard Harris.
Mr. Harris is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn Bronson Harris;...
Wallace State Theatre making Shakespeare sing
Carley Cofield, left, Jairus Williams and Yvonne Wakaimba practice choreography for the Wallace State Theatre’s upcoming production of “Shakespeare Sings: The Tempest,” which combines modern music with classic literature. “Shakespeare Sings: The Tempest” will be shown Nov. 3-5 in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre...
Arrests and Incidents reported Oct. 27, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 27, 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
October 22• assault-3rd degree; criminal mischief-2nd degree; person;...
Cullman Farm-City Tour to explore local agritourism farms Nov. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Farm-City will host its annual Farm City Tour on Nov. 1, departing from the Cullman County Extension Office. Guests are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes, as they will be visiting a handful of Cullman’s beautiful farms, witnessing and learning about...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls at Fultondale 43-14
FULTONDALE, Ala. – Hanceville made the trip to Fultondale for a regional matchup against the Wildcats Thursday night and the score was knotted at 6 early in the second quarter but unfortunately for the traveling Bulldogs, the Wildcats dominated the rest of the way...
Obituary: Cheri Lynn Apel
Cheri Lynn Apel, age 75, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023.
Cheri was born in Troy on May 16,1948 to the late Laura Evelyn and Dan Hataway. She attended Auburn University before marrying Ronny Apel in 1968 and moving to Cullman.
Cheri’s proudest accomplishment was...
Obituary: Judy Ann Amore
Funeral services for Judy Ann Amore, 76, of Cullman, will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Welcome Baptist Church Cemetery in Baileyton, Alabama. Reverend Ory Hampton will be officiating the service.
Mrs. Amore was...
Obituary: Adilee Hardin Bartlett
Funeral service for Adilee Hardin Bartlett, age 95, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 30, 2023, at First Baptist Church of Fairview with Dr. David Chambers officiating; interment in First Baptist Church of Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1...
Obituary: Karen Barnes-Hancock
Graveside services for Karen Barnes-Hancock, 66, of Crane Hill, will be 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, at Ryan’s Creek Cemetery in Bremen, Alabama.
Mrs. Hancock was born Sep. 29, 1957, in Childersburg, Alabama. She passed away Oct. 25, 2023, in Crane Hill, Alabama.
Mrs. Hancock...
Obituary: Christopher A. Jetton
Christopher A. Jetton, age 59, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away at his home on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023.
He is survived by his Mom: Joanna Veigl Jetton, a sister Cindy Jo Stewart, a brother Dr. Chuck A. Jetton, a niece Allison S. Stadler, a nephew...
Obituary: Sharon Annette Crutchfield
Sharon Annette Crutchfield, 64, of Cullman, was called home, following a hard fought battle with cancer, Tuesday evening October 24, 2023. To know Annette was to love her. She had many qualities inherited from her father. He was seen most in her smile and...
Arrests and Incidents reported Oct. 26, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 26, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
October 23• theft of property; Day Gap Rd.• harassment; Main St. NE, Hanceville• domestic...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles capture 20th, 18th consecutive county championships
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Cross Country Championships were hosted at Fairview’s Randall Shedd Community Park Thursday and both the Cold Springs Eagles and Lady Eagles put on dominant performances to add to their growing list of county titles. The Eagles topped...
Cullman County woman found deceased, investigation underway
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Coroner’s Office made a grim discovery on Wednesday, Oct. 25, when they responded to a welfare check at a residence on 281 County Road 1210. The deceased individual has been identified as 35-year-old Lacy Jean Laney of Cullman.
Jeremy...
Tree Commission talks prospective members, arboretum, 2023 Festival of the Trees, 2024 Arbor Day Poster Contest
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Tree Commission held its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 24, when Chairman Barry Slatton opened with a call for prospective members. Slatton said he envisions candidates who truly appreciate the hard work the commission is doing to...
Nathan Winston Stephens convicted of murder of Herdon Self Jr.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County jury on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023, convicted Nathan Winston Stephens of murder for the Sept. 12, 2020, murder of Herndon Self Jr.
The two-day trial began Monday with Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker and Assistant District Attorney Tina...
Obituary: Tommie Andrew Huddleson
Memorial service for Tommie Andrew Huddleson, age 67, of Hanceville, will be Friday, Oct. 27, 2023 at 1 p.m. at Union Grove Baptist Church, with Pastor Marty Upton officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mrs. Huddleson passed from this life Tuesday,...
Obituary: Wendy Thornton
Funeral service for Wendy Thornton, age 50, of Cullman, will be Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Hunter McBride and Pastor Johnathan Easterwood officiating. Family will receive friends on Thursday from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m....
Arrests and Incidents reported Oct. 25, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 25, 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
October 24• identity theft; person• unlawful breaking entering...
CHS senior May Dawsey named National Merit Semifinalist
CULLMAN, Ala. - The officials of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the names of more than 16,000 Semifinalists in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program this fall. Allison Tuggle, Cullman High School principal, announced that senior May Dawsey was named as...
Dance2Fit in Art Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - Every Tuesday and Thursday night, Kelsey Wooten gears up, grabs her sneakers and heads to southwest Cullman’s Art Park for her Dance2Fit outdoor classes.
Teaching a dance fitness class wasn’t Wooten’s plan for her future; in fact, she was attending classes at...
Getting ‘saucy’ at Vinemont BBQ Fest
VINEMONT, Ala. - The sweet smell of sticky barbecue sauce rolled in the crisp air and called to hungry stomachs far and wide Saturday, Oct. 21 at Vinemont’s fourth annual Chillin-N-Grillin BBQ Fest. In all, around a dozen competitive and local grilling teams accepted...
MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Raiders capture back to back county championships with 28-8 win over West Point
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After defeating Fairview and Vinemont in last week’s semifinals respectively, the Good Hope Raiders and West Point Warriors clashed in the county title game for the second straight season at James W. Shabel Stadium Tuesday night. The Raiders held a...
Obituary: Ann Cherouise Carroll
Funeral service for Ann Cherouise Carroll, age 82, of Decatur, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jack Holbrook officiating; interment in Concord Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 25,...
Obituary: Kelly Lynette Payne
Kelly Lynette Payne, age 47, of Addison, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023.
She was born Oct. 9, 1976 to Bobby and Shirley Payne. Kelly loved her family and friends. She especially loved her boys unconditionally and looked after her great nieces and nephews as...
Obituary: Jerrold W. “Stormy” Woods
Memorial service for Jerrold W. “Stormy” Woods, age 80, of Cullman, will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Stormy passed from this life Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. He was born April 17, 1943.
He is preceded in death by...
Obituary: Geraldine Nunnelley Buckelew
Funeral service for Geraldine Nunnelley Buckelew, age 89, of Cullman, will be Friday, Oct. 27, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Greg Aldridge officiating. Family will welcome friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Interment will be at Bethel...
