Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Cultivate Cullman Chowchow
The first rule of CULTIVATE CULLMAN CHOWCHOW is: DO NOT talk about how your chowchow recipe is the ultimate. There is no “BEST” recipe for chowchow. There are many superb variations of this medley of chopped, vinegar-steeped, garden goodness.
The second rule of CULTIVATE CULLMAN...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board met on Friday morning. In attendance were teachers Morgan Johnston and Christy Brock.
Cullman Middle School Principal Jake Johnson welcomed Morgan Johnston back to the middle school. She taught at Cullman High School for eight years and...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930
From the files of 1900
R.W. Riley of Joppa was here on Monday.
A.J. York attended the sheriff’s convention, in Montgomery, this week.
Doctor J.S.O. Whitson, of the “Free State of Winston” was visiting friends here this week.
I.C. Gay will take a position with a wholesale house,...
Obituary: Freida Lee Creel
Funeral Service for Freida Lee Creel, age 88, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with burial at Oak Level Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 28,...
Obituary: Larry Paul Vondrasek
Larry Paul Vondrasek, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Aug. 25, 2023, at the age of 65. Larry was born April 9, 1958, in Nebraska, to Frank and Irene Vondrasek.
Mr. Vondrasek worked as a glazing engineer and was very proud of his contribution to...
First responders recognized by Hanceville City Council
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Despite a fairly light council meeting agenda, Hanceville City Hall was packed with first responders and their superiors, family and friends on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023. All were gathered to watch members of Hanceville Fire Rescue as they were recognized for...
St. Bernard celebrates feast of patron saint with Mass, procession
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School, nestled on the picturesque 800-acre campus operated by the Benedictine Monks of St. Bernard Abbey, marked a momentous occasion with a reverent and joyous celebration of the Feast of St. Bernard, the great patron saint of the...
Harmony School to receive multiple certifications
Alabama Outdoor Classroom Certification, National Wildlife Federation Schoolyard Habitat Certification and Monarch Butterfly Waystation Certification to be awarded Sept. 22
LOGAN, Ala. - On Friday, Sept. 22, at 9 a.m., Harmony School will be the second school in the Cullman County Schools system to receive...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek takes season opener at Maplesville 18-12
MAPLESVILLE, Ala. – Meek hit the road Friday night to kick off the 2023 season at Maplesville Friday night and the Tigers returned home with an 18-12 win over the Red Devils.
Maplesville capitalized on an early Meek interception and scored to take a 6-0...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs kicks off season with 20-0 win at Curry
CURRY, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles hit the road to kick off the 2023 season at Curry Friday night and they returned home 1-0 after collecting a 20-0 win over the Yellow Jackets.
Mason Gable’s first touchdown of the night gave the Eagles an...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond drops season opener to Clements 45-12
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos hosted the Clements Colts Friday night and kicked things off at 8 p.m. due to the current heat wave. Unfortunately for the home crowd, the Broncos were unable to heat up offensively and they fell to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls to Brewer in season opener 23-7
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs kicked off the 2023 season at Ray Talley Stadium against the Brewer Patriots Friday night and a couple of late touchdowns from the Patriots was the difference in the game and the Bulldogs dropped their season opener to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont drops heartbreaker at Falkville 26-20
FALKVILLE, Ala. – Vinemont hit the road to kick off the season at Falkville Friday night, but unfortunately early turnovers plagued the Eagles and helped the Blue Devils come away with a hard fought, 26-20 win.
Vinemont received the opening kick-off but on their second...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison falls to Winston County in season opener 14-0
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison welcomed into lovely hot and humid A.G. Hicks Stadium their archrivals from across the Lake, the 2A Winston County Yellow Jackets. The Jackets were not very good guests as the Jackets large and heavy offensive and defensive lines actually dominated Addisons...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview races past Columbia 46-6
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – On a hot and humid Friday night in Fairview, the Columbia Eagles traveled from Huntsville to take on the Fairview Aggies at Dafford Smith Stadium. At the end an often-contentious game, Fairview came away with a dominant, 46-6 win over the...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point rallies from behind to topple Good Hope 49-32
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders welcomed West Point to James W. Shabel Stadium Friday night for a high-scoring, high-temperature battle and after falling behind in the opening period, the Warriors rallied and raced past Good Hope to earn a 49-32, season-opening...
Obituary: Helen Rita Taylor
Helen Rita Taylor, 87, of Nauvoo, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023 at her residence.
She was born Aug. 7, 1936, in Rhode Island.
A visitation will be held on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023 from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Double...
Obituary: Hilda Lee-Nichols
Funeral services for Hilda Lee-Nichols, 81, of Bremen, Alabama will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow the service at Bethesda Cemetery in the Arkadelphia community. Reverend Alton Bailey will be officiating. Visitation for the...
Obituary: Fay Delores Duskin Underwood
Fay Delores Duskin Underwood, 81, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Aug. 25, 2023. Delores was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on April 19, 1942, to James Mildredge and Louvie Bell Phillips Duskin.
Ms. Underwood is preceded in death by her parents; husband of...
Obituary: Megnia Joan Terry
Funeral Service for Megnia Joan Terry, age 80, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023, at Cross Roads Missionary Baptist Church with David Estes and Tommy Blackwood officiating; interment in Cross Roads Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until...
Obituary: David Lee Marsh
David Lee Marsh, 60
A memorial gathering for David Lee Marsh, 60, of Hanceville, Alabama will be held from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Marsh was born on Sep. 14, 1962, to Myron and Judith Marsh. He...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 25, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 25, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appea
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
August 24• identity theft; person• theft of property;...
PREP CHEER: ‘Never let failure keep you from achieving your goal’: Good Hope’s Mckenzie McDonald excited for sophomore season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope sophomore Mckenzie McDonald will be heading into her second year on the varsity cheerleading squad, and she has really enjoyed that experience so far. She has learned so much from her fellow cheerleaders.
"It's been amazing. I love my...
Berlin town council approves FY 2024 budget, prioritizes community projects
BERLIN, Ala. — The Berlin Town Council approved its 2024 fiscal budget on Monday, detailing plans for significant community projects while noting a projected discrepancy between revenues and expenses.
The budget outlines a total expenditure exceeding $800,000. Despite these figures surpassing the forecasted revenue, the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab takes season opener over Albertville 34-6
ARAB, Ala. – The Arabian Knights kicked off the 2023 season at home against Albertville Thursday night and Arab jumped out to a quick lead and never looked back on its way a 34-6 win over the Aggies.
Arab got the ball first to start...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats drop season opener to Mars Hill 55-21
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats opened up the 2023 season at home on a hot, humid Thursday night against perennial 3A power Mars Hill and after boing blow for blow with the Panthers throughout the first half, Cullman wasn’t able to continue that pace...
Obituary: Margie Lou Grantham
Graveside Service for Margie Lou Grantham, age 88, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, at Fairview West Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Grantham passed away on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023. at Woodland Village Health...
Obituary: Bradley Mills Richie
Bradley Mills Richie, 46, of Cullman, passed away Aug. 23, 2023, at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
He was born Nov., 23, 1976.
Visitation will be held on Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville where services will...
Obituary: Bernice Lynch Glover
Funeral service for Bernice Lynch Glover, 88, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Jones Chapel Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be Saturday at the funeral home from 12 p.m....
Obituary: Michelle Leigh Wade Dean
Michelle Leigh Wade Dean, of Holly Pond, Alabama, met Jesus face to face on Friday morning, Aug. 18, 2023, at the age of 46. Michelle was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, on Aug. 10, 1977, to Kevin Howard and Jackie Denise Chandler Wade.
Michelle had...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 24, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 24, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
August 21• theft of property; Lindsey Rd.• theft of property; CR 1555• permitting dogs...
Pet of the week: Moses
CULLMAN, Ala. – Moses, an approximately 2-year-old male chocolate lab with a deep brown coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Moses is a gentle giant, unassuming and quiet as a church mouse. He is quite savvy with a leash, with a...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Trust the process’: Holly Pond’s Molly Neal recaps junior season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Lady Bronco are coming off another solid season on the diamond as they finished runners-up in the area tournament and qualified for Regionals. One of this year’s seniors, Molly Neal recapped that season and talked about what...
WSCC Alumni Association offering two holiday themed trips
While Christmas is more than three months away, the Wallace State Alumni Association is getting in the holiday spirit with two trips for the season.
The first is a one-day trip to Greenbrier, Tenn., to Fiddle Dee Farms where visitors will be entertained by the...
‘Good Hope is special, because you’ll always have a friend’: Good Hope’s Raigan Easterwood talks Raider years
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Raigan Easterwood had a great time being involved in so many different clubs and learned so much during that time.
"Being a part of so many clubs prepared me for college in so many different ways. The Youth...
A Remarkable Start to the School Year at Saint Bernard Prep
The Saint Bernard Prep School community celebrated the successful completion of the first week of the school year with a heartfelt email from Headmaster, Phoung Nguyen. He expressed his gratitude and excitement for the enriching activities and engaging interactions that took place among the...
Obituary: Ricky Lynn Schafer
Graveside Service for Ricky Lynn Schafer, age 62, of Falkville, will be at 9 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, at Ebenezer Cemetery with Chuck Johnston officiating. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023, at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Judith Ann Bates
Funeral service for Judith Ann Bates, 82, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m., Friday, Aug. 25, 2023 at Bethsadia Baptist Church, Rev. Truman Davis officiating. The body will lie in state at the church from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. prior to the...
Obituary: Joseph Nicholas Holmes
Joseph Nicholas Holmes, age 90, of Cullman, Alabama passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023. Joseph was born in Hickory Valley, TN. on Dec. 26, 1932 to James Allen and Bessie Virginia Bishop Holmes. Mr. Holmes is a veteran of The...
Car chase from Snead ends at intersection of Hwy. 31 and Hwy. 278 in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala- According to Cullman Police Department's Adam Clark, the chase began in a neighboring county Wednesday afternoon before the Cullman County Sheriff's Office became involved in the pursuit.
Clark stated the chase ended due to a traffic backup at the intersection of Hwy. 31 and Hwy....
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 23, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 23, 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 17• theft of property; Total Image Solutions;...
PREP SPORTS: ‘It’s like one big family’: Vinemont’s Anna Kline looks back on Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Vinemont’s Anna Kline about some of her favorite memories during her time playing sports for the Eagles.
"Softball helped me and my sister have a closer bond. I've played basketball my whole life and made many...
5 Auburn Tigers voted to Preseason Coaches All-SEC Football Team
AUBURN, Ala. – Five Auburn Tigers, representing offense, defense and special teams, earned recognition on the 2023 Preseason Coaches All-Southeastern Conference Football Team, the SEC announced Tuesday.
Running back Jarquez Hunter, tight end Luke Deal, offensive lineman Kam Stutts, defensive back Nehemiah Pritchett and punter...
PREP BOWLING: ‘Keep God first in everything you do’: Fairview’s Madison Kovar reflects on Aggie years
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview’s Madison Kovar was a part of the Aggies bowling team for two years and was in the FCCLA, Student Council, and the Key Club during her time at Fairview High School. She had an amazing experience being a part of...
7th annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival returning Sept. 9-10
CULLMAN, Ala. - Get ready to indulge in a weekend of mouthwatering barbecue, lively music and vibrant arts at the seventh annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival, hosted by St. Bernard. Mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 9, and Sunday, Sept. 10, as Cullman...
Obituary: Barbara Ann Hunter
Barbara Ann Hunter, 83, of Houston, Alabama, passed away Aug. 22, 2023 at Arbor Lake Health and Rehab in Auburn, Alabama.
She was born March 15, 1940 in Winston County. Barbara was a loving wife and mom that loved being outside and playing with the...
Council recognizes WildWater international students
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday recognized a group of international students who have worked at WildWater this summer. Earlier this year, the city was approved as a host city for the J-1 Visa Program through a partnership with the Council...
Obituary: Brenda Lee Snyder
Brenda Lee Snyder, 61, of Arley, passed away Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 30, 1962, in Spring Valley, Illinois. Brenda attended Liberty Baptist Church.
Brenda met the love of her life, David, while they...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Seagroves
Funeral service for Patricia Ann Seagroves, 59, of Hartselle, will be at 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 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
August 21• theft of services-4th degree; person; cash;...
‘An historic day’
Wallace State hosts grand opening, announces $48.8M in capital investments
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In what President Dr. Vicki Karolewics described as an historic day, Wallace State Community College on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, celebrated the grand opening of the $8.8 million Center of Welding Technology...
Obituary: Michael Earl Ennis
Memorial services are incomplete for Michael Earl Ennis, 71, of Altoona.
He passed away Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 at his residence. He was born Dec. 6, 1951 to Thomas Earl and Minnie Leatha Slaton Ennis.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife,...
PREP CHEER: ‘Be a team others look up to’: Holly Pond’s Jaycie Pitts excited for upcoming cheer season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond eighth grader Jaycie Pitts will be heading into her second year as a middle school cheerleader and has enjoyed the experience so far. She has learned so much from the girls and from her coach so far.
"The experience...
Obituary: Windol G. Dickinson
Windol G. Dickinson, 88, of Haleyville, passed away Aug. 19, 2023, at Lakeland Community Hospital.
He was born July 4, 1935, in Lynn Alabama. Windol loved his family and the Lord. He enjoyed sharing scriptures from the Bible with everyone he met. He was a...
Obituary: Wanda Kay Bates
Graveside Service for Wanda Kay Bates, age 71, of Cullman, will be at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Bates passed away on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, at Falkville Health Care...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
August 17• robbery; I-65 SB at MM 299• possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 728•...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘Enjoy every moment’: Hanceville’s Makenzie Twilley recaps sophomore season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Hanceville Lady Bulldogs volleyball team improved quite a bit last season and upcoming junior Makenzie Twilley talked about that experience, plus what it was like to play alongside some great teammates.
"I feel like we definitely improved from the years before....
U.S. AMATEUR CHAMPION! Alabama’s Nick Dunlap wins 123rd United States Amateur Championship
CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE, Colo. – Alabama men’s golfer Nick Dunlap outlasted Ohio State’s Neal Shipley 4&3 to claim the 2023 United States Amateur Championship. In doing so, Dunlap joins former great Jerry Pate as the only two Crimson Tide golfers to bring the hardware back...
Editorial: The great debate…back to the basics for the 2024 Primary Election
Ah, yes it’s the time of year when politicians and those with political aspirations fill out paperwork as they prepare for the upcoming election cycle. It’s also a perfect opportunity to bring those candidates and elected officials together for traditional debates to find out...
Obituary: Larry Baccus
Larry Baccus, 72, of Haleyville, passed away Aug. 18, 2023, at Princeton Baptist Medical Center.
He was born Nov. 26, 1950, in Haleyville, Alabama.
A memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, at 2 p.m. at Ashridge Community Church Cemetery. Dr. Ron...
Obituary: Carol Jean Sims Mosser
Carol Jean Sims Mosser, age 78, of Laurens, passed away on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, at VIA Hospice of Laurens County Hospice House.
Born in Cullman, AL, she was a daughter of the late Tommie and Helen Manning Sims. Carol was a retired educator and...
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: 10 treks through the Tree Museum
Whether you are moseying around the “mirror lake,” waddling with the ducks, rumbling with the train, power walking or pussyfooting, here are:
10 TERRIFIC TREKS THROUGH THE SPORTSMAN LAKE TREE MUSEUM
YAPPY HOUR HIKE with your mutt, also your dog—Sportsman Lake Park has a doggone great...
Wallace State to host grand opening of Centers for Welding and Innovation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host a grand opening for its Center for Welding Technology and Innovation Center on Monday, Aug. 21, at 10 a.m. Several capital investment projects will also be announced as part of the festivities.
“We are excited to...
Cullman County Youth Football Jamboree scoring recap
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Cullman County Youth Football season officially kicks off next week but our local youth squads got a chance to play jamboree games at Vinemont High School Friday and Saturday to prepare before the regular season gets underway.
Friday, Aug. 18
Fireplug: Vinemont 18 - Fairview...
Files from yesteryear: 1920, 1930
From the files of 1920
The new sheriff of Cullman County appointed by Governor Thomas E. Kilby is Mr. J.W. Lambert of the Welti Community. Mr. Lambert is 37 years old, was born and reared in Carroll County, Georgia. Mr. Lambert’s family is composed of...
Obituary: Freda M. Sears
Funeral service for Freda M. Sears, 87, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in East Point Cumberland Presbyterian Cemetery. Rev. Steton Hayes and Rev. Phillip Nichols will officiate. The family will receive...
Obituary: Lela Mae Whaley
A Mass for Christian burial for Lela Mae Whaley, 88, of Hanceville, will be 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 21, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cullman. Burial will follow the service at Fairview West Cemetery in Hanceville. Fr. Patrick Egan will be officiating.
Visitation...
WSCC: Grants have supplied much needed support to college, students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - When Wallace State Community College conducts its grand opening of the Center for Welding Technology and Innovation Center on Monday, Aug. 21, college officials will have many people to thank for helping make it a reality.
“We are extremely grateful for everyone...
Cullman Savings Bank to open new drive-through location with retail space, boutique hotel
CULLMAN, Ala. – A new Cullman Savings Bank building will open later this year, and it will have some unique features. Not only will it serve as the bank’s new drive-through location, the building will also have three retail spaces, along with a second-floor,...
Confederate group donates $800 to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Aug. 17, members of the local camp of the Sons of Confederate Veterans (Thomas Jefferson Denney Camp #1442) presented two checks to Steven Sutter, director of Cullman Caring for Kids.
The camp won a community service award at the SCV’s Division...
Hope Horses fundraiser: ‘Our goal is to sell 500 plates’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. is known for benefiting individuals with special physical, social, cognitive and emotional needs through adaptive therapeutic riding, building core strength, fine and gross motor skills, socialization and confidence. The group is hosting a barbecue fundraiser on...
County schools get new school buses; board recognizes Cold Springs FCCLA
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its regular board meeting Thursday afternoon, talked about the system’s new school buses and recognized the Cold Springs High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA).
The system purchased 51 new school...
‘I’m humbled and I’m proud of what we do’
Darrel Haynes nominated for Southeastern Farmer of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – Every year the Sunbelt Ag Expo selects a Farmer of the Year from each Southeastern state and recognizes them at the Sunbelt Ag Expo, where the overall winner is announced. Cullman County’s Darrel...
Obituary: Billy James “Bill” Wilson
Billy James “Bill” Wilson, 92, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023 at his residence. He was born Aug. 1, 1931 in Birmingham.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Hobert Wilson and Eva Bridges Wilson and a grandson, Curtis James Wilson.
He...
PREP CHEER: ‘Supporting your teammates leads to a successful and fulfilling cheerleading experience’: Cullman’s Siddalee Drake ready for upcoming cheer season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman senior cheerleader Siddalee Drake has had an amazing experience on the Bearcats cheer team so far and has learned so much from her fellow cheerleaders.
"It's been an amazing experience and I'm so glad I get to experience it with the...
Obituary: Jonell Russell Anders
Funeral service for Jonell Russell Anders, 88, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, August 20, 2023 at Mission Grove Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Revs. Hollis Gardner and Shane Hicks will officiate. Visitation will be Saturday evening at the church...
Obituary: Margaret Elizabeth McDugald
Margaret Elizabeth McDugald, 88, of Hanceville, Alabama died Aug. 1, 2023. She was born April 26, 1935 in Hollywood, Florida to Louie and Minnie Lee (Smith) Parker.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023 at Bethlehem East...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 18, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 18, 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 16• theft of property-1st degree; Heath Attaway...
‘It makes you realize that what you do absolutely matters’
Volunteers support library cleanup
CULLMAN, Ala. – Since the Cullman County Public Library sustained storm damage last week, community members have been rallied to help with cleanup.
"This is just part of our community and our heritage, and it's just important that we take care of...
ADCNR: Registration for 2023 youth dove hunts opens Aug. 21
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) provides several youth dove hunt opportunities throughout the state each fall. A simple hunting setup combined with a fun, family-friendly atmosphere makes WFF’s youth dove...
Wideman, Richard join Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two board-certified OB-GYN physicians, John Wideman and Thomas Richard, have joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Wideman attended medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, followed by his residency at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans. He has...
Obituary: Douglas Dwain Goodlett, Jr.
Visitation for Douglas Dwain Goodlett, Jr., age 66, of Cullman, will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Goodlett...
Obituary: Scharlene Mabrey
Funeral Service for Scharlene Mabrey, age 78, of Baileyton, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Michael Lackey and Kenneth Puttman officiating; interment in Welcome Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8...
PREP SPORTS: ‘You have to encourage and build others up’: Vinemont’s Jana Harbison recaps junior year
VINEMONT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Vinemont volleyball player and cheerleader Jana Harbison about her junior year as an Eagle and what she’s looking forward to for the upcoming school year. Last season, the Lady Eagles volleyball team posted a 24-13...
St. Bernard embarks on promising new school year
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Bernard Prep began classes for the 2023-24 academic year on Aug. 14, 2023, with great enthusiasm and a vibrant community of 124 eager students. The campus buzzed with excitement as students from around the world, including Brazil, Spain and China, converged...
Obituary: Franklin Luther Brock
Funeral Service for Franklin Luther Brock, age 80, of Hanceville, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, at Bethsadia Baptist Church with Bro. Trueman Davis officiating; interment in Bethsadia Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to...
Obituary: Roy Patterson
Roy Patterson, 88, of Hanceville, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023 at his residence. He was born April 18, 1935.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Patterson; daughter, Denise (Randy) Graves; grandson, Kaleb (Nikki) Graves; great grandson, Kooper Graves; sister, Lucille West and...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 17, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 17, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
August 14• theft of property; Red Hill Rd.• criminal mischief; theft of property; Colony...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘We should always play for the Lord’: Good Hope’s Campbell Koch recaps freshman season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders are coming off a solid 2023 softball season and freshman Campbell Koch talked about what it was like playing alongside some great teammates throughout the year. A lot of younger girls will be on varsity...
Cullman Swim & Dive Team celebrates record-breaking season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim and Dive Team held its end of the season banquet at Loft 212 Sunday Aug. 13 and at the banquet, each swimmer and diver was recognized with a trophy for how many years they have competed in the program. State...
City school board announces plans for new facilities, accepts donation from police
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board on Tuesday, Aug. 15, unveiled plans for a new intermediate school, pre-K school and athletic upgrades. (See the full story on these plans at www.cullmantribune.com/2023/08/15/new-era-for-cullman-city-schools) The board also accepted a $3,000 donation from the Cullman Fraternal...
Obituary: Linda Faye Warren-Mann
Funeral services for Linda Faye Warren-Mann, 71, will be 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery. Reverend Paul Campbell will be officiating. Visitation for the public will be from 5 p.m. until...
Obituary: Marilyn Theresa Malloy
Marilyn Theresa Malloy, our loving mother, grandmother, friend and partner passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023 at her home in Houston, Alabama. Born in Texas on Nov. 6, 1962, she was 60 years old.
Marilyn loved her family dearly and had a special bond...
Obituary: Derrick Myron Moore
Derrick Myron Moore was a man of independence and self-determination, born Sep. 16, 1963. He was 59-years old.
All his life he wanted to drive an 18-wheeler because the road meant freedom to him. He covertly loved animals.
Derrick believed in God like his mother, Maitlan...
Obituary: Jerry Laverne Lay
Jerry Laverne Lay, 84, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023 at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab. She was born Jan. 14, 1939.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas G. Harris and Mildred Hancock Harris; husband, James Alvin Lay; daughter, Cynthia...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 16, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 16, 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 15• criminal trespass-3rd degree; Coin Laundry; 4th...
North Alabama Agriplex Harvest to Home dinner Sept. 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is set to host its annual Harvest to Home fundraiser dinner on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, at the William F. Peinhardt Conference Center at Wallace State Community College.
Doors open at 5 p.m., with a silent auction beginning...
Library continues to clean up storm damage
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cleanup continues at the downtown branch of the Cullman County Public Library, where windowpanes were blown out and the south-facing wall sustained impact damage, toppling tall, heavy bookshelves in a severe storm on Aug. 7, 2023.
Circulation Manager Laura Benton described what...
‘Practice makes perfect’: Vinemont’s Kimberly Wilt remembers Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. -- I talked to Vinemont senior Kimberly Wilt in this interview and she talked about being a part of some great clubs, plus getting to know some great people in those clubs and in the band.
"It was a great experience being able...
Pet show at Ag Center ends early due to heat
CULLMAN, Ala. – South Alabama Sand Boas ended its recent two-day Exotic Pet Expo at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center early due to excessive heat in the building, which is not air conditioned. Some vendors left on the first day, citing concerns for...
