Alabama Extension celebrating Sweet Grown Alabama Day today
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - There is something special about home-grown tomatoes, freshly picked okra and local honey. Add to that dairy products from just down the road or self-care items made by your neighbor and you have a winning combination. At first glance, these...
Obituary: Clark Morgan Keller, Jr.
Clark Morgan Keller, Jr., 79, of Cullman, passed away Friday, July 21, 2023 at his residence.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Keller family.
Mr. Keller was born Jan. 7, 1944 to Clark Morgan Keller, Sr. and Mavis Land Keller. Clark knew how to...
Obituary: Nancy Gail Brooks
Nancy Gail Brooks, 83, of Cullman, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at St. Vincent’s Hospital. She was born in Grassey, Alabama on Feb. 18, 1940. Gail loved cooking, gardening, and spending time with her family. She was a longtime member of Mt....
Berlin Town Council accepts shelter bid, prepares for farmers’ market festival
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening opened three submitted bids for its proposed community tornado shelter, awarding a contract to Hartselle-based Aqua Marine Enterprises, pending adjustments for a change to the bathroom from a proposed chemical vat system to a...
PREP CHEER: ‘We are all in this together’: Vinemont’s Ashton Kelley recaps junior year
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont senior cheerleader Ashton Kelley has been cheering on the varsity squad for her entire high school career. She talked about last season and what all she learned and why she feels blessed to get to cheer alongside some great girls.
"I...
‘Don’t make too much of it!’
Hanceville Public Library celebrates 88th birthday of beloved librarian Shirley Burden
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Surrounded by cherished books, lively children, and grateful coworkers, Shirley Burden celebrated her 88th birthday on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at Hanceville Public Library. The celebration included heartfelt handmade cards from...
Pet of the week: Doin’ just fine with Dandy
CULLMAN, Ala. – Dandy, an approximately 2-years-old male Texas Heeler with a plush toasty caramel coat, spotted feet and white-tipped tail, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Dandy is a delightful gentleman with low-to-medium energy, and demonstrates a lot of common sense....
Obituary: Betty Jean Chandler
Betty Jean Chandler, 88, of Huntsville, Alabama passed away peacefully in her home the morning of Wednesday, July 19, 2023, surrounded by family. Born in Cullman, Alabama, she was the youngest and longest surviving of nine children.
On Aug. 9, 1952, she married the love...
Obituary: Faye Carol Dye
Faye Carol Dye, 89, of Blountsville, Alabama, passed away on July 19, 2023. Ms. Dye was born in Mississippi, on May 15, 1934, to Henry Martin and Elsie Bernice Wilkins Killian.
Faye was lovingly referred to as “Miss Fix It.” There wasn’t anything she couldn’t...
Obituary: Carl Michael “Pop” Jackson
Memorial Service for Carl Michael “Pop” Jackson, age 77, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Cullman First Baptist Church with Tom Richter officiating. Visitation will be 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to the service.
Mr. Jackson passed...
Obituary: Karen Melissa Eason Watson
Karen Melissa Eason Watson, known to most as Lisa, passed away on July 20, 2023, at the age of 57. Lisa was born July 25, 1965, in Cullman County, Alabama, to Richard Jean and Helen Dorothy Burgess Eason.
Lisa loved watching the Andy Griffith Show...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 20, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
July 17• domestic violence; CR 1145• possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR...
Wallace State signs MOU with Auburn University
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College and Auburn University recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) establishing a bachelor of science pathway for Wallace State students transferring to Auburn University’s College of Agriculture.
“I am excited about this signing agreement between Auburn and Wallace...
Family medicine physician Lauren Robinson joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. – Family medicine physician Lauren Robinson, DO recently joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Robinson completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, followed by her Master of Public Health at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and her Doctorate...
Local CPA arrested for theft of services
CULLMAN, Ala. - Barry Thompson, a local Certified Public Accountant (CPA), was arrested on July 17 and charged with four counts of theft of services in the fourth degree. It is believed that there may be additional victims involved.
Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta anticipates...
‘He was probably one of the best investigators I ever had the pleasure of working with’
Attorney General Steve Marshall honors fallen lieutenant
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Close family members, former coworkers and elected officials gathered in the Hanceville City Council chambers on Wednesday morning to pay tribute to the late Hanceville Lieutenant Kevin Pounders, who tragically passed away from COVID in...
Obituary: Sybil Christina Williams
Funeral service for Sybil Christina Williams, 83, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, July 23, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home chapel with interment in Chances Crossroads Cemetery, Minister Terry Michael officiating. Visitation will be Saturday evening at the funeral home from 5...
Jacobs proclaims Camp Liberty’s 10th Anniversary Day in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Friday proclaimed July 14, 2023, Camp Liberty’s 10th Anniversary Day in the city of Cullman. On hand to receive the official proclamation was Camp Liberty Director of Special Events Dr. Bob Montague.
Since relocating to the Battleground...
Cullman’s Sosa wins scholarship during Miss Alabama competition
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Two UA students placed in the Top 5 at the Miss Alabama pageant held June 28 through July 1. Ibby Dickson was named second runner-up and Hannah Adams was named third runner-up during the final night of competition.
Their placement in the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 19, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 19, 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 17• burglary-3rd degree; criminal mischief-3rd degree; Cotton...
Obituary: Billy Joe Morgan Sr.
Billy Joe Morgan Sr., 90, of Addison, entered into rest on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at his home.
Billy was born on Nov. 22, 1932 in Hartselle, Alabama to James Preston and Ola Mae Smothers Morgan. Billy was a hardworking, quiet man. He loved telling...
Obituary: Ana Maria Escobar
Visitation for Ana Maria Escobar, age 58, of Hanceville, will be from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Escobar passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at...
Obituary: John Andrew Mills
Mr. John Andrew Mills, 60, of Nauvoo, AL passed away July 16, 2023.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
No services are planned at this time.
PREP FOOTBALL: ‘Represent my community in a good way’: Good Hope’s Colten Whatley recaps junior year
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Raiders qualified for the playoffs last year after a strong finish to the regular season and quarterback Colten Whatley talked about what he learned during that stretch and what it was like playing alongside a great group...
North claims Boys’ and Girls’ wins in All-Star Week Cross Country Competition, Cold Springs’ Edgeworth places 1st
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Cold Springs High School rising senior Ethan Edgeworth sped to the individual championship of the sixth AHSAA All-Star Week North-South All-Star Cross Country competition Tuesday morning with a sensational time (15:15.13) in the grueling July heat to lift the North to a 77-113 victory at...
County, City to form Solid Waste Disposal Authority
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its Tuesday meeting approved the formation of the Solid Waste Disposal Authority (SWDA) to manage a partnership between the City of Cullman and Cullman County to prevent an outside, private company from purchasing the Cullman County...
Obituary: Allan Douglas Samp
Allan Douglas Samp, age 51, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023, after a battle with cancer. He was born July 7, 1972, in Michigan.
Allan moved to Alabama in 1976 with his family. He attended Cullman City Schools from EES to CHS.
He...
Obituary: Frances Marie Pratt Weaver
Frances Marie Pratt Weaver, 84, of Huntsville, formerly of Addison, entered into rest on July 18, 2023 at Brookshire Healthcare Center.
Frances was born on Oct. 27, 1938 in Addison, Alabama to Lesley and Jewell Pratt. She attended Addison High School and was a majorette...
Obituary: Rose Elaine Carrasco
Rose Elaine Carrasco, 75, of Wyoming, passed from this life July 18, 2023 at Cullman Regional Hospital. She was born in Colorado, Nov. 21, 1947 to Earl Eugene and Ardie Viola Hatch Collingsworth.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
No services are...
Obituary: William Henry Young
William Henry Young, age 88, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023. He was born to Martin Henry and Gertrude Berrens Young on Aug. 30, 1934. Henry was a lifelong member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cullman. He graduated from...
Obituary: James William Tidwell
James William Tidwell, 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed peacefully on Monday, July 17, 2023 at CRMC. He was born on Aug. 27, 1940 to Noel and Goldie Tidwell, who preceded him in death, along with his sister Frances Tidwell Williamson and his brother Dale...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 18, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 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
July 16• theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; Olive...
United Way ‘Stuff the Bus’ happening now through July 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County is hosting its sixth annual school supply drive, Stuff the Bus, now through July 28. Donated school supplies will be distributed to city and county school students who do not have access to school supplies...
‘Being on that field lights a fire under us’: West Point’s Olivia Curtis recaps sophomore season
WEST POINT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to West Point junior majorette Olivia Curtis, and she recapped her sophomore year in the band. Olivia learned and went through a lot during the year with her fellow bandmates and she believes those experiences...
‘Rockin’ Good’ grocery giveaway this Saturday; volunteers needed
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County has teamed up once again with Greater Good Music and Rock the South to distribute food boxes to the first 500 families on Saturday, July 22, 2023, starting at 8 a.m. at 708 Ninth St. SE...
Cullman Regional expansion project adds 30 beds
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional is now a 175-bed hospital with the recent completion of a four- story, 30-bed tower expansion. The project added 13 new critical care beds, 12 new medical/surgical beds and five beds created by renovating existing space in the hospital....
‘Big Zac’ wins title at 2nd annual Cullman County Tomato Taste-Off
CULLMAN, Ala. – In the midst of the hustle and bustle of a Saturday morning at the Festhalle Farmers Market, a small panel of judges deliberated over the fruits of local farmers' labor – literally – at the second annual Cullman County Tomato Taste-Off...
Obituary: Patricia Young Duncan
Graveside service for Patricia Young Duncan, age 73, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at Berlin Cemetery at Mt. Carmel with Jim McNees officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Duncan passed away on Thursday, July...
Obituary: Elsie Leonard
Elsie Leonard peacefully passed at her home on July 15, 2023. She was 85. Born Elsie Bell Patterson on Sep. 13, 1937, in Cullman, Alabama, she was the tenth of Charlie and Emma Patterson's thirteen children.
A singer from an early age, she often shared...
Obituary: Cecil Coleman Pigg
Cecil Coleman Pigg, 87, of Addison, passed away July 15, 2023 at The Folsom Center.
He was born on April 24, 1936, in Sardis, Alabama. Cecil was just some kind of special. He provided for so many people throughout the years and was a wonderful gentleman.
A...
Obituary: Thomas Belton Gray, Sr.
Mr. Thomas Belton Gray, Sr., 85, of Cullman, passed away Monday, July 17, 2023 at his residence.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Gray family.
Mr. Gray was born Sep. 12, 1937. No services are planned at this time.
Friends may sign the online...
Obituary: Shirley Ruth Lee
Shirley Ruth Lee, age 87, of Cullman, AL. died Sunday, July 16, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth M. Lee.
Mrs. Lee is survived by her children: Karen Wilhite (Paul), Bruce Lee (Leigh), and Kenny Lee (Patsy); grandchildren: Kim Harbison (Jimmy), Shane...
ALEA: Rural Road Safety Awareness Week July 17-21
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is joining the Alabama Transportation Institute in kicking off National Rural Road Safety Awareness Week (RRSAW), which runs Monday, July 17, through Friday, July 21. The week-long observance is part of a nationwide campaign spearheaded...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 17, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 17, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
July 13• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; CR 272• domestic violence; CR 1309• theft...
‘Create memories’: Holly Pond’s Alexis Pitts looks back on high school years
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond senior Alexis Pitts, and she shared some of her favorite memories she made during her time in several school clubs, including the FCCLA.
"I was in the FFA, FCCLA, Beta Club, and SGA....
PREP CHEER: ‘Be role models for our school and our teammates’: Good Hope’s Maycie Nolen talks freshman season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope cheerleader Maycie Nolen is preparing for her second year on the Raiders varsity cheer team, and she's had a blast learning as much as she can from all her teammates and coaches.
"I have absolutely loved being on the...
Meet the Coaches: Auburn defensive coordinator Ron Roberts
AUBURN, Ala. – A college head coach for 11 seasons, Auburn defensive coordinator Ron Roberts knows firsthand the value of loyal lieutenants.
“There are things you want to keep off the head coach’s desk,” Roberts said. “He’s got a lot of his own things to...
Obituary: Joshua Todd Lee
A Celebration of Life for Joshua Todd Lee, age 33, of Cullman, will be at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at Cullman Heritage...
Wallace State hosting open house for Oneonta Nursing classes
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Oneonta center announces it will hold an open house for those interested in seeing where Nursing classes will be held at the Academic Center and those wishing to know more about the program. The open house will...
General surgeon Bailey Meherg joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. — Bailey Meherg, DO recently joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Meherg specializes in a variety of surgical procedures, including minimally invasive robotic surgery, colorectal surgery, breast surgery, hernia repair, endoscopy, neuromodulation for bladder incontinence, neuromodulation for bowel incontinence and foregut surgery.
Meherg completed...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Grandfather Pine and Grandmother Magnolia
BRING YOUR GRANDMA to SEE “THE GRANDMOTHER MAGNOLIA” and BRING YOUR GRANDPA to see “THE GRANDFATHER PINE” at the Sportsman Lake Park TREE MUSEUM—FREE and open to all, 365 days each year. (Directions: Go to Sportsman Lake Park and take the road to 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: July 11, 2023
Reviewer: Heather Allen
Title: “Devolution”
Author: Max Brooks
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Thoughts about the book: I can read this book again and again! There...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930
From the files of 1900
Arthur and Walter Oden are at the bedside of their father, Captain E.J. Oden.
Reverend Anson West has about recovered from an illness.
D.L. Aldredge of Holly Pond was in Cullman on Tuesday.
Miss Minnie Braasch and Edgar Stoll of Vinemont have entered...
Cullman County Republican Women host annual cookout
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Republican Women (CCRW) on Tuesday, July 11, hosted the group’s annual cookout with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). Members of the CCRW, along with Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and members of his staff, served food at...
Hanceville council authorizes demolition of home
UPDATE: Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail clarified Saturday (7/15/23) evening, the property authorized to be demolished is a two-story apartment-style structure near the back of the property which was previously condemned due to fire.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at its meeting on Thursday,...
Cullman County EMA launching crisis communication team
CULLMAN, Ala. – A small collection of agencies representing news sources, first responders, local schools and city leaders – as well as some of the largest social media followings in the Cullman area – met Thursday, July 13, 2023, at the Cullman County Sheriff’s...
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...
