Obituary: Harold Burnett
A graveside funeral service for Harold Burnett, 88, of Bremen, AL. will be 11 a.m. Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Antioch Baptist Church and Cemetery in Bremen, AL. Reverend Dale Banks will be officiating.
Mr. Burnett was born on Aug. 8, 1934 in Bibb County,...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
June 6• theft of property; CR 813• domestic violence; CR 1545• possession of controlled...
Obituary: John Walter Sauk, Sr.
John Walter Sauk, Sr., 71, of Addison, passed away June 4, 2023 at his residence.
He was born Nov. 20, 1951, in Chester, Pennsylvania.
John is survived by his sons, Brian Sauk and James Sauk; and brothers, Butch Sauk, Stan Sauk, Sr., and Steve Sauk.
He was...
PREP CHEER: ‘Everyone is treated like family at Good Hope’: Ashlin Hamm recaps Raider years
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope senior cheerleader Ashlin Hamm. Ashlin had a great high school cheerleading career and talked about what all she learned during her time as a cheerleader. She feels blessed to have cheered alongside...
ALL-STATE SOFTBALL: Cullman’ Shannon lands on 6A 1st team; Holly Pond’s Rickman earns 2A 2nd team honors
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Sports Writers Association has made its selections for this year’s All-State softball teams and a pair of local standouts earned All-State recognitions. Cullman’s Haley Shannon put together an outstanding senior season to earn 6A first team honors and nearby...
A berry big deal!
Cullman Strawberry Festival named Alabama Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman and the State of Alabama on Tuesday announced the Cullman Strawberry Festival as the Alabama Strawberry Festival. The resolution recognizes the historical significance, agricultural excellence and vibrant community spirit that this...
‘True community and support still occurs and exists’
CAPNA performs ‘block makeover’ on Denson Avenue
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteers with and employees of Community Action Partnership of North Alabama (CAPNA) have taken on the challenge of performing needed maintenance and repairs for homeowners in the 100 block of Denson Avenue Southwest during a...
Baileyton man faces 2 capital murder charges in arson, death of Noah Waters
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Baileyton man has been charged with two counts of capital murder in connection with the death of Noah Waters, 49, of Cullman.
On May 13, 2023, at approximately 6 a.m., Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) investigators and the state fire...
Obituary: Amos Wailon Earwood
Amos Wailon Earwood, known as “Papa” by family, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. Wailon was born on May 16, 1936, to his parents, Amos J. Earwood and Mary Frances.
After graduating high school, Wailon served as a reserve in...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 7, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 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
June 6• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person;...
SEC announces kickoff times, TV networks for Auburn’s first 3 games
AUBURN, Ala. – The Hugh Freeze era will kick off at 2:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, Sept. 2 when Auburn hosts UMass in Jordan-Hare Stadium for the season opener.
The kickoff times and TV networks for Auburn's first three games in 2023 were released Wednesday...
‘Keep your faith in God’: Holly Pond’s Raylee Beeson talks about life as a Bronco
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond senior Raylee Beeson about some of the many memories she made in her Bronco years.
"I was involved in the Pep Club (ninth and 10th grade), the Key Club and FCCLA (9th-12th grade)....
CCBOE names Meigs special education coordinator
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its May 2023 meeting approved the hire of Katie Meigs as the system's special education coordinator. Meigs currently serves as IEP coordinator and has several years of special education experience.
"I am so appreciative...
Update: Officials weigh in on Wal-Mart automation investment
CULLMAN, Ala. – As The Tribune previously reported, the Cullman City Council on Monday night approved a $20 million tax abatement for Wal-Mart, which is planning a $350 million capital investment in the Wal-Mart Distribution Center in south Cullman. According to Cullman Economic Development...
Holly Pond Town Council selects Deborah Holcomb to complete husband’s term
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday evening selected Deborah Holcomb to complete the term of her husband Charles Holcomb, who passed away on May 14, 2023. The council also considered Holly Pond resident and Cullman businessman Michael Taylor for...
Obituary: Janice Marie Mann
Janice Marie Mann, 72, of Lynn, passed away June 4, 2023 at Keller Landing.
Janice was born March 20, 1951, in Winston County, Alabama. She enjoyed attending church and praising her Lord and Savior, as well as reading and studying her Bible, and praying in...
Obituary: Jeanette Posey Treptau
Jeanette Posey Treptau, age 86, of Gallant, Alabama passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023. She was born in Jasper on Jan. 9, 1937 to Olvis Wheeler and Vaudie Katherine Speegle Posey. She is preceded in death by her husband: Bobby Martin Treptau.
Funeral services...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
June 1• trespassing; CR 1669• obstructing criminal investigation; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1564•...
Cullman Strawberry Festival named Alabama Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman and the State of Alabama today announced the Cullman Strawberry Festival as the Alabama Strawberry Festival. The resolution recognizes the historical significance, agricultural excellence and vibrant community spirit that this beloved event represents for the state of...
‘Be a role model for the children in my community’: Hanceville’s Abby Sharp reflects on high school career
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Hanceville senior Abby Sharp, and she discussed some of the many memories she made being part of several teams and clubs during her years as a Bulldog.
"I was in Diamond Dolls, the Leo Club, FFCLA,...
Pups and Pints raises nearly $2.5K
CULLMAN, Ala. – People and pups alike had a pawsitively perfect time at the inaugural Pups and Pints fundraiser on Saturday, June 3. The event, hosted at Goat Island Brewing by Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST), set out to raise funds for...
Library summer programs plentiful
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library is offering summer programs for children and adults.
Tuesday, June 6, at 10 a.m. kids will get to meet therapy dogs and learn how they are trained to help people.
The next kids’ program will be on Thursday,...
‘$350 million is the largest single capital investment in our history’
City council approves $20M tax abatement for Wal-Mart
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night approved a $20 million tax abatement for Wal-Mart, which is planning a $350 million capital investment in the Wal-Mart Distribution Center in south Cullman. According to Cullman...
School-aged kids can get free weekly meals every Tuesday in June
CULLMAN, Ala. – Each Tuesday during the month of June, a week’s worth of free meals will be provided for school-aged children at the Cullman County Child Development Center. Residents can pick up five frozen breakfasts, five frozen lunches, vegetables, fruit, one gallon of...
Obituary: Ruben Williams
Ruben was born on March 2, 1935, in the Harmony Community in Cullman County to Verlon Aurice and Nonnie Clayter Hudson Williams. Ruben passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023.
Ruben was a graduate of Cullman High School and attended Auburn University where he received...
Obituary: Rebecca Louise Allen Demlow
Funeral service for Rebecca Louise Allen Demlow, age 41, of Cullman, will be at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Athel Levon Rodgers
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date for Athel Levon Rodgers, 74, of Vinemont.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Rodgers family.
Levon passed away June 3, 2023 at his residence. He was born January 16, 1949 to Athel E.V. &...
Obituary: Dianne Marie Dispoto
Dianne Marie Dispoto, 59, the daughter of James S. Galletta and preceded in death by her mother Luella M. (Craig) Galletta, went to be with the Lord in the early hours of June 2, 2023. Her strength and tenacity were evident in her fight...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 5, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 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 2• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person;...
PREP SPORTS: ‘You need to set an example’: Holly Pond’s Kamryn Tankersley recaps junior year
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview I spoke to Holly Pond Junior Kamryn Tankersley’s junior volleyball and basketball seasons with the Broncos. Tankersley talked about what she learned during the last school year and how blessed she felt to play alongside a great...
“It’s Games Time!”: 40th Anniversary Alabama State Games coming June 9-11
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The months of planning and weeks of work have dwindled down into a few days of anxious anticipation as the 40th Anniversary Alabama State Games are just days away. The events- https://www.alagames.com/sports- are scheduled for June 9-11 in Birmingham and Jefferson...
Ivey signs ‘historic’ Education Trust Fund, General Fund budgets
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday signed the state’s budgets, including the General Fund and the supplemental and the Education Trust Fund and its supplemental.
“I am proud to officially put my signature on yet another historic investment in our students, teachers and...
Obituary: Harold Wayne Parker
Graveside service for Harold Wayne Parker, age 63, of Blountsville, will be at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery; burial at Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Parker passed away on Friday, June 2,...
Vinemont’s Duckett named to Troy University Provost’s List
TROY, Ala. - TROY is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Provost's List for the Spring Semester and Term 4 of the 2022-2023 academic year. Full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who have...
ACES: Controlling horn flies in cattle: Is garlic’s pungent power the answer?
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Horn flies can become a major issue for cattle during the summer. Commonly used fly control methods include sprays, drenches and dusts. However, a recent trend within the livestock industry is the search for alternative fly control methods. Among the...
CCSO hosts community meeting at Sacred Heart
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) along with Sheriff Matt Gentry on Thursday, June 1, hosted a community meeting at the Sacred Heart Church Family Life Center.
The goal of these meetings, held at various locations throughout the county, is...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – READ ‘EM@TheArboretum
READ ‘EM@TheArboretum became a regular thing for me just last summer. I was working with a large group of community volunteers, including many of my fellow Cullman County Master Gardeners, to revitalize the lovely Wildflower Garden at Sportsman Lake Park.
This heavily wooded area is...
COLUMN: HGTV is BS
I’m not a handyman. I truly wish I was, but it’s just not in my DNA. I can’t make a straight cut on a 2x4 to save my dog’s life. If you give me a hammer and a handful of nails, all you’re probably...
Files from yesteryear: 1904, 1934
From the files of 1904
Warm, dry weather continues.
Arthur Sanderman is behind the counter at Vinemont Grocery Company.
Indications point to a victory for the Democratic presidential candidate, Judge Alton B. Parker.
The Republican rally held at Kullman Hall last night drew a good crowd.
H. Nuss and...
Saints MC 7th annual Miracle League Ride coming June 10
CULLMAN, Ala. – It will be kickstands up for the Saints Motorcycle Club (MC) seventh annual Miracle League Ride Saturday, June 10. The yearly event, which also features a raffle, T-shirts, food and refreshments, raises funds for the Miracle League of Cullman.
Ride coordinator and...
Holly Pond’s Putman named to Indiana Tech Dean’s List
FORT WAYNE, IN. -- An Indiana Tech undergraduate student who earns a GPA of 3.5 or higher during any semester and has a 2.0 career GPA will be placed on the semester Academic Honors List in recognition of high academic achievement.
Local students named to...
CPD: Multiple arrests in string of car break-ins
CULLMAN, Ala. – Multiple people were arrested Friday, June 2, 2023, after a series of car break-ins occurred across the city of Cullman. According to Cullman Police Department Sgt. Adam Clark, the break-ins occurred in various areas.
A statement posted on the CPD’s Facebook page...
‘Sweet Home Alabama just got a little sweeter!’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey made it official Friday, June 2, 2023: the Yellowhammer Cookie is Alabama’s official state cookie.
On Friday, Montgomery fourth grader and recipe creator Mary Claire Cook brought a batch of the cookies to Ivey in her office. As the...
Zip in for some fun!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was cut on the grand opening of Smith Lake Ziplines Friday, June 2, with representatives from the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, Cullman County Commission and more on-hand to celebrate with owners Craig Chapman and Brian Waldrep.
Smith Lake...
2 arrested after dog found shot, burned and dumped
WEST POINT, Ala. – Two Cullman County men were arrested in connection to the alleged shooting and killing of a dog owned by one of the men. The canine’s body was set on fire before being dumped at a separate location, according to local...
Obituary: Helen Anita Bowen
Funeral service for Helen Anita Bowen, age 71, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 4, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Tommy Graves officiating; burial at Flint Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m....
Obituary: Eunice Lorrine Kimbrough
Eunice Lorrine Kimbrough, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 2, 2023.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Good Hope Cemetery. The family will be...
Obituary: Jennifer Marie Summerford
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Jennifer Marie Summerford, 53, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Summerford passed away May 31, 2023 at her residence. She was born May 19, 1970 to Jerry Thomas Davis and Judith Ann Lenzykz...
Wallace State’s Emily Simon earns place on NFCA NJCAA All-American Team
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Softball player Emily Simon has been selected as a member of 2023 National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) DI All-American second team. Simon, a freshman from Athens, was also named to the...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 2, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 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 1• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person;...
Sportsman Lake Park ‘All Day Fun’ event June 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday, June 3, Cullman County Parks and Recreation will host “All Day Fun” at Sportsman Lake Park.
Train rides will go until 9 p.m. and paddle boats and bikes will be available for rental until 7. The concession stand will be...
‘Be someone’s safe place’: West Point’s Sydney Carpentier reflects on Warrior years
WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to West Point senior soccer player and color guard band member, Sydney Carpentier. She made so many great memories during her time playing soccer and being in the band and learned as much as she...
Concerns of Police Survivors to host picnic at Sportsman Lake June 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday, June 3, the Alabama chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) will host its annual picnic at Sportsman Lake Park from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in pavilion no. 1.
COPS is a nonprofit organization that “provides resources to assist in the...
Obituary: Randle “Happy” Hal Johnson
Funeral service for Hal Johnson, age 73, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Shane Hicks officiating; burial at Cullman Heritage Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. prior to...
Obituary: Michael (Butch) Schaefers
With heartfelt sorrow we announce the passing of Michael (Butch) Schaefers on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at UAB hospital in Birmingham at the age of 72.
Butch was born Aug. 21, 1950 to Willie and Elenor Schaefers in Cullman, Al who preceded him in death....
Obituary: Joe Alan Mead
Funeral service for Joe Alan Mead, age 67, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jason Vinson officiating; burial at Center Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. prior...
Obituary: Glenda Faye Grund
Funeral services for Glenda Faye Grund, 79, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Saturday, June 3, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery. Reverend Tony Thomas will be officiating. Visitation for the public will be from 12 p.m....
Cold Springs runner Ethan Edgeworth breaks state 3,200-meter record
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Cold Springs High School rising senior Ethan Edgeworth saved his best performance for the last track and field meet of the 2022-2023 school year. Edgeworth clocked 8:53.56 in the 3,200 meters at the recent RunningLane Track Championships held at Huntsville’s Milton Frank Stadium. Edgeworth...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 1, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 30• assault; CR 1490• reckless endangerment; CR 838• harassment; CR 1212• possession of...
FAITH: Daystar ‘At the Movies’ series starts June 4
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Daystar Church has announced the return of “At the Movies,” a series of teachings led by Senior Pastor Jerry Lawson that explores the themes and meanings of some of Hollywood’s biggest hits and how they correspond to Biblical teachings. The...
Nassetta, Gentry report mostly tame Memorial Day weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Memorial Day weekend was mostly tame, according to both Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta.
According to Nassetta, the police had a mostly quiet weekend, with the exception of the ATM theft at the Merchants Bank main...
Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame now accepting nominations
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame (CVHOF), a mission spearheaded by Fairview native Col. Donald Fallin, aims to recognize and pay tribute to our community's veterans who honorably served our country, displayed great character and continued a lifetime of service to our...
Crane Hill’s Moore named to Mississippi College Dean’s List
CLINTON, Miss. - The Mississippi College Office of Academic Affairs releases the Dean's List after the close of fall and spring semesters each academic year. To be eligible for the Dean's List, a student must maintain a 3.5 grade point average, based on a...
3 local students named to Mississippi College President’s List
CLINTON, Miss. - The Mississippi College Office of Academic Affairs releases the President's List after the close of fall and spring semesters each academic year. To be eligible for the President's List, a student must maintain a 4.0 grade point average, based on a...
Obituary: Mary Ann Winfrey
Funeral Service for Mary Ann Winfrey, age 68, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 2, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Frankie Stewart officiating; burial at Mt. Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. prior to...
Obituary: Ernie Ruth BeShears “Nana”
Funeral service for Ernie Ruth BeShears “Nana”, will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman Memory Gardens, Pastor Bobby Dobb will officiate. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior...
Obituary: Allan Roy Martin
Allan Roy Martin, born New London, Connecticut, May 6, 1931 passed away on May 28, 2023 at Huntsville Hospital ICU with his daughter and son at his bedside. He was 92 years old. He had served in the United States Air Force and retired from Federal...
Obituary: Lydon Scroggins
Lydon was born at Bessemer General Hospital and lived in Bessemer Gardens and Hueytown with his parents, Doc (Dolphus Lydon) Scroggins and Ellen Maunette Garrett Scroggins. They moved to Cullman and lived in a little yellow house behind where St Paul’s is now. He...
4 local students named to Mississippi College President’s List
CLINTON, Miss. - The Mississippi College Office of Academic Affairs releases the President's List after the close of fall and spring semesters each academic year. To be eligible for the President's List, a student must maintain a 4.0 grade point average, based on a...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 31, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 31, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
May 30• theft of lost property-4th degree; person;...
‘Cold Springs is like my second home’: Cold Springs’ Chloe Shipp looks back on high school career
BREMEN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs' senior Chloe Shipp. She played basketball and volleyball her first two years in high school and cheered during her 10th grade year. She talked about some of her best sports memories and all...
JSU announces spring 2023 graduates, releases President’s, Dean’s Lists
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - More than 900 students were awarded degrees as part of Jacksonville State University's Spring 2023 commencement on April 29.
Local students who earned degrees include:
Jordan R. Allbright of CullmanJessica Arriaga-Aguilar of CullmanHaley N. Bennefield of JoppaMatthew I. Blair of BremenCenzley Burgett of...
City parks and rec partners with CIEE to host international college students
Cullman approved as host city for J-1 Visa Program through partnership with Council on International Educational Exchange
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) Executive Director Nathan Anderson on Wednesday morning proudly announced that Cullman has been approved as a host city...
Wallace State crowns intramural wallyball champions
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Intramural Sports Department held it’s Wallyball Championship Tournament near the end of the Spring 2023 semester, in the Dan York Practice Facility within the College Wellness Center. In the championship match, team “H & B’s” defeated team “Cross...
‘It’s about fairness, plain and simple’: Ivey signs bill limiting transgender college athletes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed House Bill 261 into law. The bill limits transgender students to playing sports in public colleges and universities only with their biological sex.
Said Ivey in a statement, “Look, if you are a biological male, you...
Obituary: Jimmy R. Coleman
Funeral services for Jimmy R. Coleman, 78, of Sterrett, Alabama will be 2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 1, 2023 at Riverside Baptist Church. Burial will follow at the adjoining cemetery. Justin Blocker will officiate the service. Visitation for the public will be from 1 p.m....
Arrests and Incidents reported May 30, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
May 25• possession of cocaine; possession of drug paraphernalia; I-65 NB at Exit 304•...
Obituary: Robert Allen Hooper
Funeral service for Robert Allen Hooper, age 82, of Holly Pond, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Kyle Hooper officiating; interment in Zion Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m....
Obituary: Tony Kent Loggins
A graveside service for Tony Kent Loggins, 64, of Holly Pond, AL will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at Garden City Cemetery.
Visitation for Mr. Loggins will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home on Wednesday.
Mr. Loggins was born...
Obituary: Herbert Hoover Ingle
Herbert Hoover Ingle, 89, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Monday, May 29, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Herbert was born on Febr. 7, 1934 in Winston County, Alabama to Isham Ingle and Lillian Bice Ingle. He loved to ride...
Obituary: Margie Ann Nickles
Margie Ann Nickles, 84, of Bremen, Alabama, passed away on May 29, 2023, at her residence in Bremen. No services are planned currently. She was born Nov. 8, 1938, to Barton Edward and Dora Dell Stewart Parker. She loved flowers, roses, working in the...
Obituary: Bette Faye Owen Brown
Bette Faye Owen Brown, 83, of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at her residence. She was born March 7, 1940.
Bette is survived by her son, Curtis Dalton (Dion) Brown, Jr. and grandson, John Owen (Taylor) Brown and she also leaves behind...
Obituary: Randy Faye Arwine
Randy Faye Arwine, 61, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away from this life May 28, 2023, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born Feb. 14, 1962, to Edgar Lee and Lena Faye Odom Pilcher. Mrs. Arwine served her county in the U.S. Army in...
Obituary: Frances Charlene Snipes
Our heavenly Angel went home on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. She was preceded by her best friend and loving husband Thomas W. Snipes, her sons Denny Manning, Randy Manning, her parents Charlie Higginbotham and Ruby L Higginbotham, 3 sisters, and a brother.
Survivors: Daughter of...
PREP SPORTS: ‘We were all there for each other’: Vinemont’s Chayce Sandlin reflects on Eagles career
VINEMONT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Vinemont's multi-sport player, Chayce Sandlin. He talked about some of his favorite sports memories during his time as an Eagle and he was blessed to play alongside some great guys.
"My favorite memories were bonding with...
Local students named to Troy University Chancellor’s List
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Chancellor's List for the spring semester and Term 4 of the 2022-2023 academic year. Full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who...
Main gate at A.G. Hicks Stadium named in honor of Sylvia Morgan
ADDISON, Ala. -- One of the great things about high school sports in Alabama is the people involved in them. I'm not talking about just the players and coaches or even the fans. I'm talking about the thousands of volunteers that make things happen. Without these volunteers,...
ADCNR: Deepwater Horizon settlement projects surpass $1B
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - With the conflict among deer hunting factions at an all-time low, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Commissioner Chris Blankenship used last weekend’s Conservation Advisory Board meeting in Huntsville to update the Board on the numerous projects in the...
‘We’re not a typical VFW!’
Nonprofit spotlight: VFW Post 2214
CULLMAN, Ala. – When you hear "VFW," you might think of older gentlemen with caps bearing the seals of their military branches, bingo and boxed lunches. The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is so much more than that. The Tribune...
ATM theft causes damage; thieves leave empty handed
CULLMAN, Ala. - An ATM was stolen from the main branch of Merchants Bank in Cullman just after midnight, Monday, May 29, according to the Cullman Police Department (CPD), but the thieves were not able to successfully open it.
CPD Public Information Officer Adam Clark said...
Auburn earns back-to-back regional host bids for first time in program history
AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn baseball has earned its second straight and sixth overall NCAA Tournament regional host bid, it was announced on NCAA Baseball social media Sunday night.
It marks the first time in program history the Tigers have earned back-to-back regional host bids. The program...
LOCAL SPORTS: ‘This is the greatest group of people you’ll ever meet in your life’: Cullman Disc Golf Club continues to grow
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman’s Disc Golf Club has been going on for several years now and hosted another successful tournament this weekend. Heath Harden, the president of the Disc Golf Club, talked more about it, how much the attendance has grown over the years...
Cullman honors fallen, unveils new monument
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s annual Memorial Day program was held Saturday, May 27, at Veterans Memorial Park at Sportsman Lake. It was a somber affair honoring the area’s fallen service members, with a special focus on Vietnam and aviation.
Fairview native and retired U.S. Army...
Crispy, ooey-gooey grilled cheese goodness
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The morning sun was bright, live jam band tunes were pumping and the air held a distinct aroma of crispy, ooey-gooey grilled cheese in Hanceville on Saturday, May 27 when hordes of grilled cheese connoisseurs gathered downtown for the third annual...
Obituary: Doris Brown Smothers
Doris Brown Smothers, 82, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away May 28, 2023, at her residence surrounded by family. She was born May 27, 1941, to Clyde and Willie Louise Maddox Brown. A memorial service will be planned and announced by the family.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: James Terry Monroe
James Terry Monroe, 64, of Bremen, Alabama, passed away from this life on May 27, 2023, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Mr. Monroe was born Jan. 22, 1959, to James Kenneth and Jeanette McCormick Monroe. A memorial service will be planned and announced by the...
Simulator benefits WSCC Radiation Therapy students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students in Wallace State Community College’s Diagnostic Imaging program are benefitting from a new tool that allows them to become familiar with an important piece of equipment they will use when they are working in the field as radiation therapists.
The program...
PREP FOOTBALL: ‘Have character when nobody’s looking’: Good Hope’s Kaleb Jones looks back on Raider career
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope senior football player, Kaleb Jones. Kaleb made so many great football memories during his time as a Raider and feels blessed to have played alongside a group of teammates during his career.
"Some...
Aderholt: Check passports before booking travel
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Back in February, Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, issued a reminder to make sure your passport is still valid before booking international travel. Also, he said, applying for a new passport or a passport renewal is currently taking two months or longer.
On Thursday,...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Small Mercies’ by Dennis Lahane
Dennis Lahane’s latest book “Small Mercies” is set in Boston in 1974, just weeks away from court-ordered school desegregation. The novel is set in a time of anger, hatred and bigotry, and the language reflects that. I will not be quoting any passages. The story is gripping, but brace...
