City school board presents strategic plan, recognizes artist
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board at its meeting on Thursday, July 13, recognized upcoming second-grader Arleigh Pearson, who won third place in the Two-Dimensional Art category at the 2023 State Superintendent’s Visual Arts Show as a first-grade student at Cullman City...
CCBOE: Whaley, Chamblee, Hardman named principals
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its July 13, 2023, meeting approved Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette’s recommendation to hire three new principals.
Dr. Johnny Whaley was named the new principal of Fairview High School. Whaley has 21 years of experience...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 14, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 14, 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
July 13• theft of property-1st degree; Utility Line...
Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday coming July 21-23
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama's 18th annual sales tax holiday for school-related items is July 21-23. This marks the seventh time the annual tax holiday will take place on the third full weekend of July.From 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 21, until midnight, Sunday, July 23,...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Play with intensity day in and day out’: West Point’s Cade Welborn recaps sophomore season
WEST POINT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to West Point’s Cade Welborn about his sophomore seasons on the basketball court and on the baseball field.
"I felt like at the JV level, we were a pretty solid squad. Losing in the county finals...
Vinemont planning for upcoming events
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday evening discussed several area events.
Mayor Reggie Dodson expressed his excitement for the continued success of the town’s monthly senior citizen events, where the seniors gather on the third Monday of each month...
Obituary: Kathy Ann Williams
Kathy Ann Williams, age 73, of Double Springs, passed away Monday, July 10, 2023 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
She was born on Nov. 11, 1949 in Haleyville, Alabama. Kathy loved flowers, humming birds, chickens, and most of all her grandkids and family.
Visitation will be...
Leldon’s set to host ‘Arts in the Warehouse District’
CULLMAN, Ala– Local artists will yet again converge in Cullman’s Warehouse District for the third annual Arts in the Warehouse District event, hosted by Leldon Maxcy of Leldon's. The event will feature local art displayed in a variety of mediums, from traditional canvas to...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 13, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
July 10• possession of controlled substance; possession of prescription drugs; possession of marijuana; possession...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘You can always overcome tough challenges’: Fairview’s Ava Calvarese talks junior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Last year’s volleyball season was another solid one for the Lady Aggies and junior Ava Calvarese recapped the year and talked about what she learned. Ava feels blessed to be playing alongside a great group of teammates.
"I think it went pretty...
Vinemont alumni baseball game this Saturday
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Baseball Diamond Club will host its annual alumni game this Saturday, July 15, at 7 p.m. at Mike Cupp Field on the campus of Vinemont High School.
Vinemont Baseball Diamond Club President Kevin Hale said he is excited for...
Pet of the week: Mya
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mya, an approximately 4-year-old female Labrador mix with an ebony coat and a freckle on her tongue is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Mya was named after a sweet young visitor of the shelter and embodies a spirit of...
Home2 Suites opens in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – The new Home2 Suites by Hilton Cullman officially opened Monday, July 10, at 5720 Alabama Highway 157. Construction on the hotel began in June 2021.
According to Mansa Hospitality Chief Executive Officer Rupesh Patel, Home2 Suites is the first and only...
Kallhoff gives city schools construction update
CULLMAN, Ala. – Construction projects at Cullman Middle School and Cullman City Primary School began in May 2022, and according to Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, the project at the primary school is set to be completed on schedule in mid-October. He said...
Obituary: Tammie Kay Aragon
Tammie Kay Aragon, 63, of Double Springs, formerly of Cullman, entered into rest on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Tammy was born on Sep. 2, 1959 in Cullman, Alabama to Herman and Rose Baker Porter.
A graveside service will be held on...
Obituary: Tony Hughes
Memorial service for Tony Hughes, age 72, of Leeds, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 17, 2023, at Leeds First Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family...
Obituary: Christia Pichelmayer-Young
Funeral services for Christia Pichelmayer-Young, of Huntsville, Alabama will be 2 p.m. Thursday, July 13, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Les Clements will be officiating. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation for the public will be from 12 p.m. until 2...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 12, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 12, 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
July 5• harassment; person
July 11• duty upon striking...
Fairview High esports team hosts tournament fundraiser
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview High School esports team on Saturday, July 8, hosted a fundraiser tournament at Green Brothers Comics in Arab.
Winners included:
James Gilmer came in first place, winning a cash prize and a free Nintendo Switch game of his choice
Cayden Maddox came...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Set a good example for everyone on the team’: Vinemont’s Mabry Thompson recaps junior year
VINEMONT, Ala. -- The Vinemont Lady Eagles had a solid volleyball season and junior Mabry Thompson learned so much about that year. She got to play alongside some great players and seniors and learned some things from them as well.
"We had a great team...
Wallace State: ‘ESL classes growing by leaps and bounds’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Over the last three years, attendance for English as a Second Language (ESL) classes offered at the Wallace State Community College Oneonta Academic Center has more than quadrupled. ESL instructor John Barnett said there are currently 46 students in classes taught...
Cullman County PALS names Beautification Award winners
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – The Cullman County branch of People Against a Littered State (PALS) last week celebrated local businesses and groups that help make the community a more attractive place to live and work.
The goal of Cullman County PALS is “helping to make...
Obituary: Niki Willcutt
Memorial service for Niki Willcutt, age 50, of Crane Hill, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Greta Lynch officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Willcutt passed away on Monday, July 10,...
Obituary: Betty Skinner McSwain
Funeral service for Betty Skinner McSwain, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Clyde Ledlow and Steton Hayes officiating; burial at Jones Chapel Cemetery on Thursday July 13, 2023 at 11...
Obituary: Calvin Billy Williams
Calvin Billy Williams, 84, of Nesmith Community, entered into rest on Monday, July 10, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Calvin was born on January 14, 1939 in Crane Hill to John Daniel and Velma Campbell Williams. He loved being outdoors, especially while fishing and...
Obituary: Charlotte Marie Dyer
Charlotte Marie Dyer, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023.
Charlotte is survived by her son Jonathan E. Dyer (Bessie); and her daughter Cynthia Korsmo (Dean); her cousins Lawanda Richmond (Ed), Mary Frances Laney (Clyde), Johanna Jolinson, Joanna Jetton and...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 11, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 11, 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
July 10• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person;...
PREP CHEER: ‘Know your worth and have expectations for how people should treat you’: Good Hope’s Cahaba and Lauren Falls recap last year
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope cheerleaders Cahaba (first year) and Lauren Falls (second year) have had a great experience cheering for the Raiders on varsity so far and have learned so much from their fellow cheerleaders.
"I've had a great time cheering with these...
Cullman County Extension hosting Invasive Plant Management Workshop July 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Extension Office will host its Invasive Plant Management Workshop Wednesday, July 12, from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Camp Meadowbrook.
According to the Extension, the workshop will provide homeowners and land managers of all types an opportunity to better understand...
Rock the South readiness: Tips for festival safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - With Rock the South being many seasoned concertgoers’ first experience at a music festival, here is a collection of tips that attendees may find helpful for a fun and safe experience.
Check out the grounds
When you first arrive, take an hour or...
Obituary: James Douglas Smith
Funeral service for James Douglas Smith, 77, of Cullman will be at 3 p.m., Sunday, July 9, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. prior to the service. Rev. Steve Rodgers will officiate.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: John Elton Parker
John Elton Parker, age 89, of Franklin, TN passed away July 8, 2023. John grew up in Cullman, AL.
He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War from 1951 to 1954. He was stationed in San Antonio, TX, Austin, TX, Omaha, NE...
Obituary: Ted Wrenn Back
Ted Wrenn Back, 65, of Cullman, Alabama passed away at UAB on July 9, 2023.
Ted was preceded in death by his parents, Julia Thomas and William Back; his former wives, Barbara Brown and Joyce Caldwell.
He is survived by a daughter, Brandon Bach-Stevens (Michael) of...
Obituary: Carolyn Evon Wilkins Hood
Carolyn Evon Wilkins Hood, 75, of Cullman, formerly of Addison, entered into rest on Sunday, July 9, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Carolyn was born on Sep. 2, 1947 in Cullman, Alabama to Edward Pierce and Flora Irene Robertson Wilkins. She...
Obituary: Jelia Suzanne Day
Funeral services for Jelia Suzanne Day will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hanceville, AL. Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. Reverend John Jankens will be officiating. Visitation for the public will be from 6 p.m. until...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 10, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 10, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
July 6• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; criminal mischief; CR 532• harassment; CR 1123•...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘Be a good teammate’: Fairview’s Abby McDonald recaps junior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Fairview volleyball player Abby McDonald about her junior season and there were a lot of positives that she took away from that experience playing with a great group of teammates.
"I feel like last year was...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘I am so blessed that God gave me the chance to play with these girls’: Hanceville’s Mattie Keith talks eighth grade season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville eighth grader Mattie Keith split time between middle school and varsity last season and she shared some of what she learned from the experience, plus what it was like playing with a great group of teammates.
"Middle school helped me learn...
Cullman County Public Library July events
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library is hosting various events throughout the month of July.
DIY Programs in July:
Monday, July 10 - Create Your Own Comic StripThursday, July 13- Bad Art DayMonday, July 17 - Paper Bag STEM ChallengeThursday, July 20 - Chalk...
WSCC announces new applied technologies programs for fall
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced the start of new programs in applied technologies this fall. It also plans to close of one of its older programs.
Significant new offerings include an electric vehicle program for new automotive technologies and an electrical...
‘We’re happy to provide food and fun for our neighbors’
CULLMAN, Ala. – It was the perfect day for an intimate block party at The Villas at Cloverdale on Friday, July 7. The Link of Cullman, which works closely with the The Villas through its own housing and rental assistance programs, was happy to...
Cullman City Council holds rezoning hearings
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Friday held public hearings regarding rezoning properties.
James Nearen was in attendance to give his support that the Nearen Property be rezoned from Entertainment District to Business District. Speaking on behalf of himself and his sister, who...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Forest bathing
SAVE YOUR WATER, SHOWER WITH A FRIEND and SAVE YOUR SANITY WITH FOREST BATHING!
“Contrary to its name, Japanese FOREST BATHING, or ‘Shinrin-yoku,’ has nothing to do with wallowing in water surrounded by trees. In reality, it’s the act of being among trees, absorbing the...
Books reviews from CCPLS readers
Readers who frequent the Cullman County Public Library System share reviews of some of their recently read books.
Submission date: June 29, 2003
Reviewer: Elaine Clayton
Title: “Identity”
Author: Nora Roberts
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Thoughts about the book: A truly fabulous book! A psychopath targets blond, slim...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1936
From the files of 1900
George Patrick of Ryan’s Cross Roads was here yesterday.
C.N. Peek, of Eddy, was in Cullman on Wednesday.
Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Sanders and baby are visiting in Scottsboro.
J.A. McMinn left Tuesday for New York.
Sidney Dunn, of Birmingham, visited relatives here on...
Obituary: Joyce Ann Rutherford Dockery
Joyce Ann Rutherford Dockery, 79, of Houston, Alabama, formerly of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home on July 6, 2023.
Born March 12, 1944, in Maryville to the late Horace Leonard and Edith Norton Rutherford. She is also preceded in death by her older...
Obituary: Betty Sue (Almond) Graves
Betty Sue (Almond) Graves left her earthly home for her Heavenly one on Friday, July 7, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Betty Sue was a wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. A member of Ryan’s Creek Baptist Church for many decades, Betty was deeply...
Dual Enrollment on a sharp rise at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - With a record number of high school students participating in dual enrollment classes with the Alabama Community College System (ACCS), leaders of the state’s community colleges gathered in Birmingham recently to discuss plans to boost student success.
More than 27,000 Alabama high...
Cold Springs FCCLA wins at national conference
BREMEN, Ala. - The Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) National Leadership Conference (NLC) was held July 2-6 in Denver, and Cold Spring High School students Savannah Bischoff, Ellanora Slusser and Sophia Slusser, along with their advisor, Stephanie Blair, were in attendance,...
Pet of the week: Diamond is a girl’s best friend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Diamond, an approximately 1-year-old female Catahoula mix with a calico coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Diamond lives up to her name, enjoying the quiet luxuries the shelter has to offer, treasuring her toys and especially time in...
‘They are our heroes’
Local veterans receive Quilts of Valor
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s VFW Post 2214 on Thursday saw six of its own members honored with quilts from the Quilts of Valor Foundation. Veterans Neville James Franks, Wendell Thomas Copeland, Charles Ernest Irvin, Robert Rayburn Turner, Terrilynn Seanard...
Xtreme Speed RC Hobbies cuts ribbon on new location in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Marsh family welcomed friends and representatives from the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce Friday to help celebrate the opening of its new business. Store owners Freddy and Laura Marsh, along with their children Garrett, Meghan and Noah, are thrilled to...
Obituary: James Douglas Smith
Funeral service for James Douglas Smith, 77, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m., Sunday, July 9, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. prior to the service. Rev. Steve Rodgers will officiate.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Jacqueline I. Quattlebaum
It is with profound sadness that the family of Jacqueline I. Quattlebaum announces her passing on July 6, 2023, at the age of 93 years.
Jackie was married to her loving husband, Ulen, for 75 years. She and Ulen raised two outstanding sons, Larry (Melody)...
Obituary: Betty Rose Wells
Betty Rose Wells, age 78, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023.
Betty is survived by her sons Jeffrey (Debra) Wells, Mark (Darla) Wells, and Jason (Dana) Wells; and her grandchildren Coree Jade Wells and Houston Wells.
Betty was preceded in death by...
Obituary: Barbara Joan Brasher
Funeral services for Barbara Joan Brasher age 77, of Cullman, Alabama, will be on Sunday, July 9, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home with Rev. Perry Knight officiating; interment will follow the service in Valley Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be from...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 7, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 7, 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
July 6• theft by deception-1st degree; person; cash;...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Always give 110%’: Holly Pond’s Carson Ryan recaps sophomore year
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Broncos basketball and baseball standout Carson Ryan. Carson shared his thoughts on his sophomore seasons, and he gained a lot from playing with both teams.
"I had a lot of fun last year. I felt...
ACES: Plant bugs dominate cotton fields; weather forces management tweaks
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - The 2023 Alabama cotton crop had a late and slow start. Spring rains and cool temperatures caused planting delays, then slowed emergence and seedling growth. Summer was a tale of two Junes. Early June brought extended dry weather. However, abundant—sometimes...
Stephen K. Griffith Memorial Fund donates $19K to CCBOE to support students’ mental health needs
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) recently received a $19,400 donation from the Stephen K. Griffith Memorial Fund to support students’ mental health needs. The generous donation comes just days before the sixth anniversary of Griffith’s passing in July 2017.
The...
WSCC’s Hoover to be inducted into Alabama Nursing Hall of Fame
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is proud to announce that Deborah “Pepper” Hoover will be inducted into the Alabama Nursing Hall of Fame. Hoover is one of eight nursing professionals who will be part of the 11th Annual Nursing Hall of Fame...
Obituary: Geroland Smith
Funeral Service for Geroland Smith, age 78, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 8, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bruce Farr and Tim Aris officiating; interment in Bethlehem West Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 11...
Obituary: Jerome Anthony Flanigan
A Celebration of Life service for Jerome Anthony Flanigan, 41, of Colony, AL will be 2 p.m. Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation for the public will be from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home on Saturday...
Obituary: Dennis Allen Hood
Dennis Allen Hood, 65, of Double Springs, passed away July 5, 2023 at his residence.
He was born January 11, 1958 in Chicago Illinois. Everyone that met Dennis loved him and called him dad or pawpaw, so the survivors needed to be a lot more...
Obituary: Tony Randle Lee
A memorial service is incomplete at this time for Tony Randle Lee, 58, of Baileyton.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Lee passed away July 3, 2023 at CRMC. He was born Aug. 11, 1964 to Euel Louis and Helen Ruth Davidson...
Obituary: Charles Edward Coggins
Charles Edward Coggins, 82, of Birmingham, passed away Sunday, July 2, 2023, at Fair Haven Skilled Nursing Facility following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 8, 2023, at First Baptist Church Dothan with Pastor Scott Davis officiating. A...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
July 3• possession of controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; possession of prescription drugs;...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Cherish every moment’: Fairview’s Sadie Smith talks junior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview junior basketball player Sadie Smith missed last season with an injury but was still able to make plenty of memories and learn several great lessons alongside her teammates and coaches.
"Last season, we faced a lot of adversity with many of...
‘It was a packed out show!’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Smith Lake Park hosted its annual 4th of July event on Tuesday, with various vendors and live music throughout the day, capped off by fireworks after dark.
Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff Clemons stated, “We are thankful for all the citizens that...
Haley Mabrey, MD joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional announced recently that board-certified family practice physician Haley Mabrey, MD will join Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Mabrey completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, followed by her medical degree at the University of Alabama School of...
Cullman Regional expansion nearing completion
CULLMAN, Ala. – The latest expansion project at Cullman Regional is nearing completion. The hospital broke ground on the project in January 2022, and it is expected to be complete this October. This expansion will increase the hospital’s bed capacity from 145 to 175...
Obituary: Deana Kaye Tubbs
Deana Kaye Tubbs, age 63, of Good Hope, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. Deana was born in Cullman, Alabama on February 6, 1960 to Darold Dean and Mattie Lee Whitlock Tubbs. She is preceded in death by her father.
Funeral services are...
Obituary: Ellis Robert Bates
Funeral Service for Ellis Robert Bates, age 76, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 9, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Tommy Graves officiating; interment in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m....
Obituary: Carter B. Thompson
Funeral Service for Carter B. Thompson, age 78, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Earl Harper officiating; interment in Holly Pond Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m....
Obituary: Gregory Jerome Wooden
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Gregory Jerome Wooden, 62, of Warrior.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Wooden passed away July 4, 2023 at his residence. He was born Oct. 21, 1960 in Denver, Colorado to Bill J. and...
Turkey harvest up; debate continues on population
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - According to Game Check reports, turkey hunters in Alabama harvested almost 2,500 more birds during the 2023 season than the 2022 season. Whether that’s an encouraging indication of the turkey population in the state is subject to significant debate.
Hunters reported taking...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 5, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 5, 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
June 29• theft of property-4th degree; criminal trespass-2nd...
Alabama’s Jim Wells Selected to ABCA Hall of Fame Class for 2024
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Former Alabama head baseball coach Jim Wells was selected to the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame as part of the 2024 Class, the ABCA announced on Wednesday morning.
Wells, who is the first ABCA Hall of Fame inductee in Alabama program...
Lightning strike kills cattle in Berlin, highlights need for safety in storms
BERLIN, Ala. – Lightning killed 31 cattle on the farm of Daymin Gardner in Berlin during Saturday afternoon’s thunderstorms. The cattle were taking shelter under a large tree when the tree appeared to have been hit.
Daymin Gardner’s brother Tim Gardner posted a photo of...
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Practice how you play’: Fairview’s Jaxson Robertson recaps freshman season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview's JV baseball is coming off another good season. The Aggies ended up taking home the county championship and freshman Jaxson Robertson talked about last season, what he learned and what it was like playing alongside a great group of teammates.
"We...
ACES: Heat safety important as summer temperatures rise
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Outdoor work and recreation are difficult to enjoy when temperatures are hotter than a black cat on a tin roof in the middle of July. While summer is a popular time to be outside, Alabama heat and humidity are a...
North Alabama Agriplex makes progress with Community Hub capital campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex recently raised $2,400 with its Grub for the Hub local burger night at Goat Island Brewing, benefiting the community hub capital campaign, “A New Home for the Harvest.” The leadership of the Agriplex is also celebrating many...
Obituary: Charles Dale Harris
Funeral Services for Charles Dale Harris, 78, of Bremen, will be Friday, July 7, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Cold Springs Baptist Church. The family will receive friends on Friday from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. at the church. Burial will follow in the...
Notable nonprofit: Cullman County Commission on Aging
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) Executive Director Stephanie Lawson said that for the last two years, she has felt right at home leading the charge in advocating for seniors in the community. Along with the help of support staff in...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Don’t take anything for granted’: Vinemont’s Isaac Moody recaps Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Vinemont senior Isaac Moody and he shared some of his favorite sports memories from his time as an Eagle. He also got a chance to play alongside some great teammates and seniors as well and...
Books reviews from CCPLS readers
Readers who frequent the Cullman County Public Library System share reviews of some of their recently read books.
Submission date: June 22, 2023
Reviewer: Paulette Gentry
Title: “A Corner of the Universe”
Author: Ann M. Martin
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Thoughts about the book: This book caused me...
Happy 200th birthday, Col. Cullmann!
Friends of Frankweiler hosts party to celebrate town’s founder
CULLMAN, Ala. - A small crowd of Cullmanites of all ages and backgrounds joined together at the Festhalle on Sunday afternoon to celebrate the 200th birthday of Cullman founder Colonel John G. Cullmann. Cullmann was born...
Camp Liberty hosting 10th Extreme Military Challenge
BATTLEGROUND, Ala. - This summer Camp Liberty in Cullman County is hosting its 10th Extreme Military Challenge (XMC), a seven-week program with participants aged 13-18 from across the nation.
From marksmanship drills to combat simulations, every activity at XMC is designed to enhance participants' tactical...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 3, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
June 29• possession of dangerous drugs; possession of marijuana; CR 1179• criminal mischief; Hwy....
St. Bernard releases 3D ornament of Abbey Church for 2023 holiday season
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard is proud to announce the launch of a new 3D ornament of the Abbey Church, the first in a series of Christmas ornaments that will be available for the 2023 holiday season. The ornament is a gold-toned replica of...
Obituary: Mary Elizabeth Pigg Fowler
Mary Elizabeth Pigg Fowler, 63, of Vinemont, formerly of the Sardis Community, passed away July 1, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born Feb. 20, 1960.
Visitation will be Thursday, July 6, 2023 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Nichols Funeral...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Inspire the younger girls on the team’: Cullman’s Sadie Graham recaps sophomore season
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats are coming off another great softball season in which they finished runners-up in the Class 6A, Area 13 tournament and clinched a spot at the North Regional. Sophomore Sadie Graham saw a lot of growth from her...
Cook Ministries to host suicide prevention training July 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Cook Ministries is teaming up with Alabama Suicide Prevention & Resources Coalition (ASPARC) to bring suicide prevention education and training to the community. The training will take place Friday, July 28, 2023, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Cullman...
Obituary: Willie B. Wolfe
Funeral service for Willie B. Wolfe, 98, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m., Monday, July 3, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Hopewell Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 11 a.m....
Applications opening for WSCC Nursing, EMS and Child Development programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The application process for several Health Science programs at Wallace State Community College is opening for admission in the Spring 2024 semester. Spring 2024 classes are scheduled to begin Jan. 8, 2024.
Nursing
The Wallace State Department of Nursing Education will accept applications...
Cullman City Schools launching 3 new career tech programs for 2023-2024 school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is expanding its career and technical education (CTE) programs for the upcoming school year. New programs focused on cybersecurity, engineering and marketing will ramp up in the 2023-2024 school year.
“With the addition of three new CTE programs at...
Files from yesteryear: 1936
From the files of 1936
The Vinemont 4-H Club elected officers at the school on Wednesday. President-Marie Drake, Vice-President- Dorothy Lawrence, Secretary-Daisy Edge, Cheer Leader-Myron Nesmith and Song Leader-Naomi DeMonia. They made baking powder biscuits and ended the meeting doing a cheer.
Leroy Box died in...
Lightning strike kills cattle in Berlin, highlights need for safety in storms
BERLIN, Ala. – Lightning killed 31 cattle on the farm of Daymin Gardner in Berlin during Saturday afternoon’s thunderstorms. The cattle were taking shelter under a large tree when the tree appeared to have been hit.
Daymin Gardner’s brother Tim Gardner posted a photo of...
Elizabeth St. John exhibition on display through July 10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College has extended the exhibition featuring paintings by local artist Elizabeth St. John through July 10.
The works in the current exhibition are a joyful introduction to spring, perfectly suited to the space, museum...
Obituary: Danny Ray Gunter
Funeral services for Danny Ray Gunter, of Bremen, AL., will be 12 p.m. Monday, July 3, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Johnson Grove Cemetery. Visitation for the public will be from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at...
