More than 170 participate in Oktoberfest 5K and 10K
CULLMAN, Ala. - Over 170 people registered for Oktoberfest 5K and 10K races on Saturday put on by WellStone of Cullman.
One of those participants was mother of three and local runner Mandy Leonardi, who ran with her youngest son James, who is 6.
“My favorite...
Holly Pond mayor responds to social media controversy over denied fundraising event permit
HOLLY POND, Ala. — Holly Pond Mayor Carla Hart on Monday took time to respond to the recent controversy over the town government’s decision to deny permission to Holly Pond resident Jerrett Rollins for a private fundraising softball tournament to be held at the town’s...
COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: Holly Pond, Good Hope, West Point advance on day 1
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Volleyball Tournament tipped off at Hanceville’s Lane Horton Gymnasium Monday night and after day one, the semifinals are now set. On the varsity side of the court, Holly Pond, Good Hope and West Point swept Vinemont, Cold...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: No. 1 Addison sweeps Decatur Heritage
ADDISON, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Bulldogs, the top ranked team in Alabama class 1A, hosted area foe, Decatur Heritage Lady Eagles. Addison won all three sets, 25-11, 25-14 and 25-19 to secure the victory. Addison has swept the Lady Eagles in both matches this year.
The...
Obituary: Billy Hershel Wood
Funeral Service for Billy Hershel Wood, age 87, of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Ben Wilson officiating; interment in Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on...
Arrests and Incidents reported Oct. 2, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct., 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
September 28• domestic violence; interference with domestic violence emergency call; CR 216• theft of property;...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 5 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week five of the youth football season is now in the books and the playoff picture is slowly starting to take shape. There were some huge games with several teams looking to clinch some playoff spots Saturday. The Vinemont Eagles hosted...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles claim titles at Kudzu Hills, Cullman competes at Black & Gold Classic
BREMEN, Ala. – This year’s annual Kudzu Hills Invitational was hosted at Cold Springs High School Saturday morning and both the Eagles and Lady Eagles showed out on their home turf. Both Jayden Allred (16:11.00) and Reagan Parris (20:07.80) bested their respective fields to...
Files from yesteryear: 1936, 1950
From the files of 1936
This dry season threatens the water supply in Cullman and Cullman County.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Crouen are visiting relatives here, before leaving for California, to make their home.
Glen Jetton of Gold Ridge spent Saturday night with his uncle and aunt,...
Seniors swing and shout at Oktoberfest Senior Day
CULLMAN, Ala– The Hofbräuhaus was packed as hundreds of seniors piled in for a day of laidback Oktoberfest celebration on Friday, Sept 29, 2023. Cullman County Commission on Aging and Donald E. Green Active Adult Center staff teamed up to ensure the event went...
Participants enjoy 14th annual Candlelight Walking Tour
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 14th annual Candlelight Walking Tour was held Thursday, Sept. 28, opening night of Oktoberfest. Michael Sullins and Julie Burks hosted the tour once again and had fun portraying characters from the past while sharing the rich history of Cullman.
Sullins portrayed...
2023 Oktoberfest underway
CULLMAN, Ala. – Visitors to Cullman this weekend may see a very different Warehouse District than what they're used to…men in funny-looking overalls (lederhosen), women in flower crowns, tall steins of frothy beer and the pervading scent of pretzels and brats. No, it’s not...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats fall late at Mortimer Jordan 24-20
KIMBERLY, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats made the drive south to Jefferson County to take on the Mortimer Jordan Blue Devils in a closely fought, non-region game that went back and forth and was eventually won by the Blue Devils 24-20.
Mortimer Jordan took the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison topples Good Hope on the road 22-17
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Addison traveled to James W. Shabel Stadium in lovely Good Hope, Alabama to play a fun, physical non-region game Friday night. This game has actually been played for several consecutive years and the games are very well-attended and are usually close,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville handles Lawrence County for homecoming 32-17
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs welcomed the Red Devils of Lawrence County to Ray Talley Stadium to cap off their homecoming week Friday night and the Bulldogs celebrated with a 32-17 win over the Red Devils.
Hanceville received the opening kick-off and went three...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs collects 44-12 homecoming win over Shoals Christian
BREMEN, Ala. – It was homecoming night at Cold Springs High School Bremen and the Eagles capped off the week with a matchup against an undefeated Shoals Christian squad. Cold Springs celebrated the occasion with one of their most dominant performances of the season,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Glencoe pulls away to top Holly Pond 49-18
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Glencoe Yellow Jackets came swarming into Holly Pond to face the Broncos Friday night and after falling behind 6-0 early, the Yellow Jackets stormed back to score 20 unanswered points before halftime and continued pulling away in the second...
PREP FOOTBALL: Blocked extra point lifts West Point to 27-26 OT win at Douglas
DOUGLAS, Ala. – The West Point Warriors made the trip to Douglas to take on the Eagles Friday night and four quarters weren’t enough for these two squads to settle things. With both teams knotted at 20 at the end of regulation, the game...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab falls at Fort Payne 38-14
FORT PAYNE, Ala. – The Arabian Knights were back on the road Friday night for a battle at Fort Payne and the Wildcats were not friendly hosts. Fort Payne used quick scoring drives to build a 21-7 lead at halftime and was able to...
Obituary: Bernice Marie Phillips
Bernice Marie Phillips, of Cullman, Alabama, was received into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father on Sep. 28, 2023, at the age of 66. Bernice was born to J.B. and Genell Maynard Mobley on Nov. 5, 1956, in Mobile, Alabama.
Mrs. Phillips enjoyed quilting,...
Obituary: Danny Ray Monk
Memorial service for Danny Ray Monk, 70, of Vinemont, will be at 5 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Bro. Randy Monk officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Monk passed away Thursday, Sep. 28, 2023 at his...
Vinemont man killed in Cullman County plane crash
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – A Vinemont man was killed in single-engine plane crash in Cullman County Friday morning, Sept. 29, 2023. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said William Scott Smith, 54, was pronounced dead at the crash site.
The crash happened just before noon. Cullman...
Obituary: Nina Carol Mathis
Funeral service for Nina Carol Mathis, age 61, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 2, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Malcolm Carter and Randy Sellers officiating; interment in Spring Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 29, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 29, 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 23• theft of property-3rd degree; person;...
Hanceville City Council approves 2024 budget
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council held its final September meeting at Hanceville City Hall and after a lengthy review of the city’s proposed budget at its last meeting, the council approved the budget for the 2024 fiscal year Thursday night. The final...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: West Point sweeps Russellville on senior night
WEST POINT, Ala. – Thursday night was Senior Night inside Jim Boyd Gymnasium at West Point High School, and the Lady Warriors celebrated the occasion with a 3-0 sweep over Russellville.
West Point got off to a quick start in the first set as Patton...
Obituary: Sue Rigsby
Mrs. Sue Rigsby passed peacefully Sep. 27, 2023, at the residence of her daughter in Glencoe, Alabama at the age of 91. She was born June 5, 1932, in Blount County, Alabama to Gussie and Annie Ruby Adams.
Sue went to Susan Moore High School....
Obituary: Patricia Ponder
Funeral service for Patricia Ponder, age 70, of Cullman, will be Saturday, Sep. 30, 2023 at 1 p.m. at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, interment at Mt. Olive Cemetery, with Pastor Hollis Gardner officiating. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m....
Obituary: Leonce “Al” Adolph Baumgartner
Leonce “Al” Adolph Baumgartner, age 61, passed away on Sep. 27, 2023 at Decatur Morgan Hospital.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Taylor Baumgartner and Ida Fuller and a brother-in-law, Tommy Huard.
Survivors include his son, Jordan Baumgartner of Cullman; a sister, RayAnn Huard...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 28, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 28, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
September 25• reckless endangerment; CR 1118• permitting dogs to run at large; CR 825•...
Fair parade, Cullman County Band Exhibition this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Fair Parade will be held on Saturday, Sept. 30, at 2 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The parade will travel down U.S. Highway 31, starting at First Baptist Church and ending at McGriff Tire. Also on Saturday,...
Cullman county man arrested following shooting incident over livestock
CULLMAN CO., Ala. — A Cullman County man was arrested after allegedly firing shots at individuals attempting to corral livestock near Cullman Camp Ground on Sept. 27, 2023.
Deputies from the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) responded to the scene of the reported shooting and...
Crimson Tide in the NFL Spotlight: Week 3
Former Alabama players make an impact in Week 3 of NFL season
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The National Football League concluded Week 3 of the regular season Monday evening. Below is a look at how former Alabama players performed on the gridiron last week.
Tua Tagovailoa was efficient...
Obituary: Jan Moody
Funeral service for Jan Moody, age 76, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sep. 29, 2023, at St. John's Evangelical Church with Rev. John Richter officiating; interment in Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 27, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 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
September 25• fraudulent use of credit/debit card;...
‘We are more like family than just a team’: Cullman’s Zadria Thompson enjoying senior season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman senior dance line captain Zadria Thompson will be heading into her third and final season on the dance line and her first as the captain. She has enjoyed every second of that experience so far and has learned so much.
"It...
Kallhoff gives quarterly report to city council
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its regular meeting Monday evening welcomed Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, who gave his quarterly report on the Cullman City Schools.
Kallhoff said the district currently serves 3,156 students. He said eighth and 11th grades boast...
2023 Cullman High homecoming court
The court included, left to right, Sophia Helms, Cerenity Reynolds, Ava Flores, Kate Bradberry, Anna Hill, Lane McLeod, Avery Orr, Saley Winn, AliceAnn Kontogeorge, Logan Schuman and Addie Townsend.
Senior participants were, left to right, (Homecoming Queen) Kate Bradberry, Anna Hill, Lane McLeod, Avery Orr...
14th annual Oktoberfest Candlelight Walking Tour this Thursday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 14th annual Oktoberfest Candlelight Walking Tour is set to kick off in front of the Cullman Depot (304 First Ave. NE) at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 28. This tour promises to delve into captivating stories and commemorate the city's...
Sacred Heart School to host annual German Festival Sept. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sacred Heart School will host its annual German Festival this Saturday, Sept. 30. The festival kicks off at 10 a.m. on the school campus and runs until 7 p.m.
The first German Festival was held in the summer of 1977 at Sacred...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: No. 3 Good Hope sweeps Hanceville, Decatur Heritage
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The third-ranked Good Hope Lady Raiders faced off against Hanceville and Decatur Heritage at home in a tri-match Tuesday night and Good Hope ended up sweeping the Lady Bulldogs and the Lady Eagles, respectively.
Good Hope 3 - Hanceville 0 (First Match)
The...
Obituary: Sarah Creel Baker
Funeral service for Sarah Creel Baker, age 89, of Cullman, will be Thursday, Sep. 28, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Joy Baptist Church, interment at Mt. Joy Cemetery, with Reverend Steve Rodgers and Reverend Mike Lansford officiating. The family will receive friends from...
Taylor man killed in single-vehicle crash
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – A Taylor man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 8:50 p.m. Monday, Sept. 25, in Cullman County.
Alabama State Troopers said Michael E. Sisco, 35, was fatally injured when the 2011 Ford Focus he was driving left...
Obituary: Leona Mary Celestine “Sally” Maughn DeMarco
Leona Mary Celestine "Sally" Maughn DeMarco passed away peacefully on Sep. 24, 2023, at the age of 84 in the comfort of her home and surrounded by her family.
She was born June 12, 1939 in Cullman, Alabama, to William Joseph Maughn and Leona Mary...
Obituary: Bessie Toombes Bryant
Bessie Toombes Bryant, 98, of Hanceville, passed away on Monday, Sep. 25, 2023 at her residence. She was born on Dec. 30, 1924 in London, England.
Bessie loved her family and her children were her life. She loved to knit and crochet. She enjoyed watching...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 26, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 26, 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 25• theft of property; forgery-3rd degree; City...
Duck River Dam lawsuit settled in Cullman’s favor
CULLMAN, Ala. – Earlier this year, the City of Cullman quietly concluded a six year-long lawsuit against the construction company and engineers who built the dam that created the Duck River Reservoir, Cullman’s newest municipal water supply, following Lake Catoma. According to a statement drafted...
October is Beef Month in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Tuesday proclaimed the month of October Beef Month in the city of Cullman. October has been designated as Beef Month since 1964 to recognize and promote the beef industry.
“The beef cattle business is a great asset...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Be a good person and show people the love of Jesus Christ’: West Point’s JD Cochran ready for senior seasons
WEST POINT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to West Point senior multi-sport athlete JD Cochran about his junior seasons and what he’s looking forward to most about his senior seasons with his teammates.
"We had a lot of young guys on the field....
Saint Bernard students create Old Testament-era oil lamps
CULLMAN, Ala. - This week, the students of Saint Bernard Preparatory School's Society of St. Jerome embarked on an enlightening journey by crafting reproductions of Old Testament-era oil lamps.
The oil lamps, reminiscent of those used during the time of Abraham through the establishment of...
2023 Oktoberfest schedule of events
CULLMAN, Ala. - The season of schnitzel, sauerkraut, pretzels and prost is officially upon us. With Oktoberfest kicking off this week, and this year especially packed with the City’s 150th anniversary, here's a look at what you can expect!
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 27
Starting at 4 p.m.
Sacred...
Obituary: Thelma Sandlin-Thomas
Funeral services for Thelma Sandlin-Thomas, of Hanceville, will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Sep. 30, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation for the public will be from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. on...
Obituary: Jimmie Nell Yates
Funeral services for Jimmie Nell Yates, 83, of Hayden, will be 12 p.m. Thursday, September 28, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow the service at Corinth Church of Christ Cemetery in Bremen. Reverend Michael Jones will be officiating. Visitation for...
Obituary: Ann Key Marshall
Ann Key Marshall, of Tuscaloosa, AL, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family, August 30, 2023.
Born Aug. 3, 1950, in Eutaw, Al, she was the daughter of James M. Key and Martha Johnson Key.
Ann was a lifelong RN and retired Nurse Practitioner. She...
Obituary: Samuel Theo Porter
Samuel Theo Porter, 87, of Haleyville, passed away Sunday, Sep. 24, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born June 19, 1936, in Haleyville, Alabama.
Samuel is survived by his wife, Margaret Porter; daughter, Sheila Porter; step-daughters, Beth (Michael) Reeks and Pam Buchanan;...
Obituary: Linda Sue Miller
Funeral service for Linda Sue Miller, age 67, of Cullman, will be at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sep. 30, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Tim Kennedy officiating. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Tasha Niccole Thornton
Funeral service for Tasha Niccole Thornton, age 34, of Cullman, will be Tuesday, Sep. 26, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family....
Obituary: Barbara Ann Ross
Barbara Ann Ross, age 83, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, Sep. 23, 2023.
A visitation for Barbara will be held Thursday, Sep. 28, 2023 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Leak Memory Chapel, 945 Lincoln Road, Montgomery, AL 36109. Following the visitation...
PREP FOOTBALL: ‘Play every play like it’s your last’: Cold Springs’ Matt Williams recaps sophomore season
BREMEN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs junior Matt Williams about the experience he gained last season and what it was like to play with a great group of teammates.
"I feel it went pretty good, but obviously, it could've gone...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘True joy is found in the Lord’: Phoebe Jones recaps junior season at Holly Pond, talks move to Cullman Christian
CULLMAN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Phoebe Jones about her junior season with the Holly Pond Lady Broncos as well as her recent move to Cullman Christian.
"We had a really good season. The team had a strong connection, and we grew...
Obituary: Alfred Wayne Christiansen
Alfred Wayne Christiansen, age 61, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 22, 2023. Alfred was born in Birmingham, Alabama to Alfred George and Doris "Dot" Grubbs Christiansen.
He is preceded in death by his dad, Alfred George Christiansen; grandparents, Otto and Mary Christiansen...
Obituary: Rebecca Ann Boles-Wolfe
Funeral services for Rebecca Ann Boles-Wolfe, of Hanceville, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sep. 26, 2023, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow the service at Cullman Memory Gardens. Reverend Howard Wolfe will be officiating the service. Visitation for the public will...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 4 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week four of the youth football season is now in the books and there were some huge games that went on around the local area. The Good Hope Raiders hosted the Holly Pond Broncos, the Vinemont Eagles traveled to take on...
ADCNR: Wetumpka man arrested for killing black bear in Elmore County
Black bear is a protected species in Alabama
Black bear NOTE: This is NOT the black bear that was killed in Elmore County. (Billy Pope, ADCNR)
ELMORE COUNTY, Ala. - Michael Watkins, 32, of Wetumpka, Alabama, has been arrested and charged with killing a black bear...
Hardman settling in as CDC principal
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year Trett Hardman took over as principal at the Cullman County Child Development Center, replacing Chris Chambers, who retired after more than a decade in the role.
Hardman grew up in Cullman County and said he was excited to return after...
Files from yesteryear: 1904, 1934
George Markland has bought a lot on Highlands, with the view of building a nice residence.
Some very naughty boys cut the German Society flags to pieces, after the picnic on Thursday evening.
Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Miles of Bristol, England have arrived in Cullman and...
Fairview’s Whaley: ‘I love it here’
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School recently welcomed its new principal, Dr. Johnny Whaley, to the community. Whaley is from Cullman and is a Cold Springs High School graduate.
Whaley brings a wealth of experience to his role as principal, with an impressive 22-year career...
‘It is about us – our community as a whole’
Hanceville hosts Kids’ Night Out
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville hosted one final community event Thursday evening, Sept. 21, before the arrival of fall festivals and trunk or treating: the highly anticipated, annual Kids’ Night Out, an event where kids can be kids while getting to...
Ball celebrates Burgermeisters past and present
CULLMAN, Ala— There were lederhosen and dirndls as far as the eye could see through the banquet room of the All Steak Restaurant Thursday night, as those who were lucky enough to clinch a ticket to the Burgermeister Ball settled in. The Oktoberfest kick-off...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison downs Waterloo on the road 51-20
WATERLOO, Ala. -- Addison traveled about as far to the northwest corner of Alabama as you can go and still be a resident of the state to play a football game. Addison arrived at Waterloo's Danny Ditto Stadium and was in an ill mood. The Bulldogs...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats handle Lee-Huntsville for homecoming 40-7
CULLMAN, Ala. – After a couple weeks on the road, the Cullman Bearcats were back home at Oliver Woodard Stadium for homecoming Friday night and the ‘Cats celebrated with a 40-7 win over the Generals of Lee-Huntsville.
Cullman’s Jackson Sessions took the opening kickoff and returned the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders fall to Etowah in 28-21 OT thriller
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders were back home Friday night hosting a big regional matchup against Etowah and four quarters weren’t enough for these two teams to settle things. The game was tied at 21 at the half and after a...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview races past West Point 42-14
WEST POINT, Ala. – The seventh annual Brandin Iron Bowl was hosted by West Point this year and the Warriors welcomed in the Fairview Aggies to renew this county rivalry and decide a huge region game for both teams. Fairview broke open a close...
Ivey proclaims National Hunting and Fishing Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday, Sept. 21, signed a proclamation celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day, which is Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. Since 1972, the fourth Saturday in September has been designated as National Hunting and Fishing Day to highlight the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont drops region battle with Susan Moore 35-16
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles were back home for another regional matchup against Susan Moore, but they were plagued by turnovers throughout the game and the Bulldogs were able to leave with a 35-16 win.
Vinemont received the opening kickoff and marched down the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bulldogs fall at No. 2 Cherokee County 55-0
CENTRE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road for a regional battle at Cherokee County Friday night and unfortunately for Bulldog fans, the Warriors were in control of this one from start to finish, defeating Hanceville 55-0.
Cherokee County scored on its opening possession...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls to Locust Fork on the road 56-8
LOCUST FORK, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles hit the road Friday night for a regional matchup at Locust Fork but unfortunately for Eagle fans, the Hornets scored early and often on their way to a dominant, 56-8 win.
The Hornets scored early to jump...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab drops 1st game of season at Scottsboro 28-14
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. – The Arabian Knights made the trip to Scottsboro for a critical regional matchup and after taking a 14-0 lead in the first quarter, the Wildcats responded with 28 unanswered points to pull away with a 28-14 win and hand Arab its...
PREP FOOTBALL: Southeastern pulls away to top Holly Pond 35-6
REMLAP, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos traveled to Remlap, Alabama to take on Southeastern Friday night and despite trailing by just one score at halftime, the Broncos were unable to keep pace with the Mustangs in the second half as they pulled away...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek mauls Phillips for 72-16 homecoming win
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek returned to Tiger Stadium Friday night to host this year’s homecoming game against Phillips Bear Creek and the Tigers celebrated with an explosive, 72-16 win over the Bears to improve to 3-2 on the season.
The scoring started with a 12-yard...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 22, 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 17• harassment; person; Hwy. 157
September 20•...
PREP CHEER: ‘Be a valuable asset to the team’: Vinemont’s Maggie Payne enjoying sophomore season
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont sophomore Maggie Payne is cheering on the varsity squad for the first time this season and she's had an incredible experience so far.
"It has been amazing. I competed in competition cheer for a few years. I cheered my first-ever varsity...
Wahl, APLS vote to create list of ‘inappropriate’ library books
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) Board of Diretors on Wednesday approved a resolution creating a list of books with content “people might find inappropriate for teenagers and children.”
Alabama Republican Party Chair John Wahl, who sits on the board, made the...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Fairview wins senior night matches over Scottsboro, Decatur Heritage
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies celebrated Senior Night on the volleyball court Thursday with a tri-match against Scottsboro and Decatur Heritage. After trailing the Lady Wildcats 2-0, the Lady Aggies rallied to win the next three sets to win the series, 3-2, and they...
Marketing moves
Students learning marketing, design skills at CHS, CMS
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman students are able to learn marketing and design skills this year, as part of Cullman City Schools’ new expansion of potential career tech courses.
As part of the marketing course, students are taking on...
Obituary: Myrtle Jean Davis Chaney
Myrtle Jean Davis Chaney, 81, of Russellville, passed away Wednesday, Sep. 20, 2023, at Alive Hospice Murfreesboro Office and Residence.
She was born June 23, 1942, in Winston County, Alabama.
Myrtle is survived by her children, James Eugene (Shelia) Heath, Christy Gwen (David) Wiles; and Michael...
Obituary: Bill Wesley Dyer
Funeral service for Bill Wesley Dyer, age 78, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sep. 24, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Brown and Scott Campbell officiating; burial at Center Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m....
Bailey Keef named to Mississippi College Volleyball Team
CLINTON, MS (09/21/2023)-- Bailey Keef of Good Hope, has been named to the 2023 Mississippi College Volleyball Team.
Mississippi College congratulates the student athletes who were named to the Choctaws Volleyball team for the 2023 season. The Choctaws are led by sixth-year head coach, Shawna...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
September 18• burglary; CR 479• unauthorized use of motor vehicle; CR 700• trespassing; CR...
Commission approves FY 2024 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday approved the budget for the 2024 fiscal year. It reported total budgeted expenses of $31,467,929 and total budgeted revenue of $31,579,290.
The commission also approved a tax abatement for Topre in the amount of $1,042,699. According...
Obituary: Emma Pauline “Polly” Hite Stricklin
Emma Pauline "Polly" Hite Stricklin was born on April 18, 1933. She passed away at her home on Sep. 14, 2023. She was 90 years old. She was a lifetime Cullman resident and business owner.
Preceded in death by her husband-Doyle Stricklin; mother-Freda Lindsey; stepfather- Donald...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Every role on the team is important’: Cold Springs’ Hollyn Bruer ready for upcoming season
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs' Hollyn Bruer will be a freshman this upcoming basketball season and will be on the JV team this year. She played some on the varsity squad last year as well and has had a great experience during her time...
‘Train to Drive’: ALEA participates in Operation Clear Track
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Whether you’re a veteran, unexperienced driver or make your living behind the wheel of a bus or a commercial vehicle, staying safe around railway tracks is all about knowing the rules.
Each year, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) joins fellow law...
Obituary: David Timothy “Tim” Richie
David Timothy “Tim” Richie, 62, of Haleyville, passed away Wednesday, Sep. 20, 2023, at Haleyville Health and Rehabilitation.
He was born Sep. 23, 1960, in Clarksville, Tennessee.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 24, 2023, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home...
Obituary: Jana Starling Davis
Jana Starling Davis, age 35, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 15, 2023.
Jana is survived by her daughter Lakin McBee; and her daughter Carley Davis; her sister Angel Laney, her brother Lee McBee and her brother Jamie Arwood.
Jana was preceded in death...
Obituary: Christopher Ian White
Memorial Services are incomplete at this time for Christopher Ian White, 44, of Vinemont.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. White passed away on Tuesday, Sep. 19, 2023 at his residence. He was born Nov. 23, 1978 to Edward Cleveland White III...
Obituary: Bobbie Mahan Shedd
Ms. Bobbie Mahan Shedd, age 66, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Sep. 19, 2023. Bobbie was born in Bessemer Alabama on April 30, 1957 to Robert and Mary Sue Breeding Mahan.
Bobbie is preceded in death by her father, brothers: Ricky Nixon, Chuck...
PREP CHEER: ‘Spread God’s word as much as you can’: Good Hope’s Lexi Doss enjoying senior season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Lexi Doss will be heading into her fourth and final year as a varsity cheerleader and has enjoyed every second of this experience so far. She has learned some very important things during this journey and from...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 20, 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 18• domestic violence-3rd degree-harassment; person• theft of...
Cullman library board discusses challenged books, censorship
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tensions rose at Cullman County Public Library System's board meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 19. The board heard from several community members about challenged books in the library’s collection – both for and against. The books discussed were “Prince & Knight,” “Heather...
