What’s in our water: Register for Alabama Water Watch Monitoring Training
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman residents have the opportunity to participate in researching Alabama’s abundant biodiversity and water resources at the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s (ACES) upcoming Alabama Water Watch (AWW) Monitoring Training Wednesday, April 5, from 12:30-6:30 p.m. at Camp Meadowbrook. The hybrid online/in-person...
Thompson Rents opening in Hanceville; Construction rental equipment available March 20
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thompson Tractor announced the upcoming opening of its newest Thompson Rents location at 6307 County Road 490 in Hanceville just east of the Dodge City exit off Interstate 65. Set to open on Monday, March 20, the store will be open...
West Elementary to host Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System demo
CULLMAN, Ala. - A school safety demonstration event will be held Monday, March 13, at 11:30 a.m. at West Elementary School, located at 303 Rosemont Ave. SW. The event will showcase a new Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System designed to protect students in the event...
‘All Creatures Great and Small’ Art Show Saturday, March 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – Students from East and West Elementary Schools will showcase their artistic talents when the schools present the All Creatures Great and Small Art Show in the East Elementary gym Saturday, March 11, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Judith McBrayer, who teaches art at...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point pulls away to top Hanceville on the road 10-0
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were back on the road Friday night for a county matchup at Hanceville and after three scoreless innings, West Point put three runs on the board in the fourth, two more in the fifth and another five...
Obituary: Leo Junior Anders
Leo Junior Anders, age 58, of Addison, passed away March 8, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
He was born on Jan. 18, 1965 in Cullman, AL to Henry Bud Anders and Christine Trussell Anders.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 from 1...
Obituary: Jerry “Wormy” Wayne Covington
Jerry "Wormy" Wayne Covington was born on February 18, 1951 in Haleyville, Alabama.
His parents were C.D. and Lois Covington. He graduated from Winston County High in 1969.
He served as Chief of police in Double Springs before he moved with his family to Florida, where...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 10, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 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
March 8• forgery; person; forged title• criminal trespass-3rd...
Obituary: Robert L. Findlay, Jr.
Robert L. Findlay, Jr., 65, of Peoria, Illinois, passed away Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 in Cullman, Alabama.
He was born May 13, 1957 to Robert and Betty Findlay. He is survived by his wife, Sharon (Godbee) Findlay of 42 years and a daughter, Nikki Findlay....
Obituary: Freda Pauline Freeman
A graveside service was held for Mrs. Freda Pauline Freeman on March 6, 2023, at Cullman Memory Gardens. Mrs. Freeman passed away on March 3, 2023, at her residence in Cullman. She was born Oct. 12, 1947, to Vernice Alton and Essie Myrtle Russell Calvert.
Mrs....
Obituary: Teresa Kay Jones Wooten
Funeral service for Teresa Kay Jones Wooten, 49, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Springhill Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery.
Rev. Tim Aris, Rev. Terry Blankenship and Arby Chandler will officiate. The family will receive friends at...
Health Science Career Fair connects students to future employers
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hundreds of Wallace State students visited with dozens of potential employers Thursday during the Health Science Career Fair. This was the second of two career fairs held this week, with the first held Tuesday and geared toward students in Academic and...
An unexpected retirement: EES principal David Wiggins to retire after 17 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School Principal David Wiggins on Tuesday announced his retirement to staff and coworkers. Wiggins, who has been principal at the school for 17 years, is a community favorite, with a generation of kids getting one of his famous high-fives...
ALEA launches 3rd annual ‘Think Smart Before You Start Spring Break’ campaign
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – March 20, marks the first official day of spring, meaning vacation and spring break travel plans are on the rise. While the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) will continue to focus on dangerous driving behaviors such as speeding, following too closely...
Sign up now for spring 2023 CCSO Citizens’ Academy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Applications are now being accepted for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy - spring 2023 session. The Citizens' Academy is an opportunity for all residents of Cullman County to learn about the role of law enforcement in our community.
“We realize...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont picks up 12-4 win at J.B. Pennington, West Point falls at Arab 4-2
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- The Vinemont Eagles took a road trip to J.B. Pennington Thursday afternoon, and they jumped out to a quick lead on their way to a 12-4 win over the Tigers.
Vinemont 12 - J.B. Pennington 4 (Baseball)
Hayden Robinson led off the game for...
WSCC Lady Lions advance to ACCC Finals with 89-65 win over Lawson State
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College women's basketball advanced to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Championship Final Thursday after defeating Lawson State in the semifinals 89-65. They will face their conference rival, Shelton State, on Friday at 4 p.m. at the Event...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Working hard is the key to success’: Cold Springs’ Ella Bruer talks junior season
BREMEN, Ala. – This season was another special one for the Cold Springs Lady Eagles. They more than tripled their win total from last season, going from 10 to 31, won an area title and made another deep postseason run that saw them finish...
Cullman County Schools announces partnership with Academy of Craft Training
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced a new partnership with the Academy of Craft Training (ACT). Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Assistant Director/WBL Coordinator Haynes Riddle was selected to lead the initiative in north Alabama.
Beginning this August, students enrolled in the 11th...
Obituary: Liddie Bee Bryan
Funeral service for Liddie Bee Bryan, age 90, of Baileyton, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2023, at Eidson Chapel Cumberland Presbytarian Church with Floyd Bradford officiating; interment in Eidson Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m....
Arrests and Incidents reported March 9, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
March 6• dog bite; CR 422• trespassing; criminal mischief; 10 St. SE Hanceville• domestic...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard’: Good Hope’s Campbell Koch excited for freshman season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The 2023 softball season has arrived for the Good Hope Lady Raiders and even though they will be fielding a young team this year, they have quickly matured and gotten better over the past two seasons. Freshman Campbell Koch talked...
PREP BOWLING: 3 local bowlers earn All-State honors
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The state’s high school bowling coaches conducted a poll amongst themselves to award All-State honors and three local bowlers earned recognition after outstanding seasons. West Point’s Kevin Vance earned first team All-State honors and a spot on the 1A-5A first team....
Planning commission makes multiple recommendations
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Planning Commission moved forward on several recommendations at its meeting on Monday night after five public hearings.
A public hearing was held and short form subdivision approved for property located at Third Avenue Southeast and Fourth Street Southeast....
State correctional officers to receive pay increase
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) Commissioner John Hamm recently announced pay increases and new pay grades for correctional officers statewide. The ADOC said this is an important step in the commissioner’s plan to strengthen the department’s recruiting and retention efforts.
The ADOC...
City appoints Sullins to full planning commission term
CULLMAN, Ala. – Michael Sullins was appointed to a full, six-year term on the City of Cullman Planning Commission at Monday’s Cullman City Council meeting. Mayor Woody Jacobs made the recommendation, and the council agreed. Sullins had been serving a partial term; he was...
WSCC career fair offers job opportunities for students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Hundreds of people made their way around the indoor track of the Traditions Bank Arena inside Tom Drake Coliseum at Wallace State Community College Tuesday, when dozens of potential employers were set up for the Academic & Technical Career Fair hosted...
Chief David Nassetta settling into new position
CULLMAN, Ala. – Since being named Cullman police chief by the Cullman City Council on Dec. 5, 2022, David Nassetta has settled into his new position with ease. Nassetta said he is very thankful for the support of Mayor Woody Jacobs and the members...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 8, 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
March 6• theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; Olive...
Obituary: Joey Lowery
Beloved father and son, Joey Lowery, passed away peacefully in his home on March 5, 2023, aged 56. Joey was a proud father of two children and grandfather of two.
He is survived by his son, Justin, and Justin's two children, Aiden and Genevieve; his...
Obituary: Willadean Martin Sprinkle
Willadean Martin Sprinkle, 74, of Nauvoo, entered into rest on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Willadean was born on Sept. 6, 1948 in Cullman, Alabama. She enjoyed playing old records, sewing, being outside, and playing with her grandkids....
Obituary: Ruby Christeen Clark
Funeral service for Ruby Christeen Clark, 73, of Cullman, will be 2 p.m., Friday, March 10, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home. The visitation will be Thursday, March 9, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home. Rev. Steve Rodgers will officiate the...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Always have confidence’: Good Hope’s Alexandria Steed excited for freshman season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders are ready for another year of softball after making it to Regionals last year and freshman Alexandria Steed talked about all she gained from that experience.
"We came out pretty rough, but we did good for...
United Way Crawfish Boil returns March 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - After a three-year hiatus the United Way of Cullman County Crawfish Boil will be held Friday, March 24, from 5-7 p.m. at Goat Island Brewing.
The Crawfish Boil is sponsored by Hank’s Sports Bar in Cullman, which will cook the crawfish for...
Alabama State Chapter receives National Wild Turkey Federation Acreage Award
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - At the recent National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention celebrating the 50th anniversary of the organization, the Alabama Chapter received the prestigious Acreage Award for land conservation in the state. In 2022, the NWTF Alabama State Chapter conserved or enhanced more...
City Spring Cleanup coming March 20-24
CULLMAN, Ala. – City of Cullman Sanitation customers will get a hand with spring cleaning the week of March 20-24. Spring Cleanup week allows customers to place things such as appliances, furniture, mattresses and other large items curbside for the sanitation department to dispose...
Children’s of Alabama doctor stresses importance of good night’s sleep
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Children’s of Alabama pediatrician Dr. Erinn Schmit encourages parents to consider their children’s sleep health during National Sleep Awareness Week. It begins on Sunday, March 12, the start of daylight saving time, and runs through Saturday, March 18.
Schmit says this is...
Self-defense class coming Thursday, March 9
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Refuge Church of God will host a self-defense class on Thursday, March 9, at 6 p.m. at 1115 U.S. Highway 278 East. Open to the public, the class will be instructed by members of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
Participation in...
National School Breakfast Week this week
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - We have all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it “breaks the fast” from our overnight sleep. A good breakfast is an especially important part of fueling a child’s success in school.
Did you know that...
Ivey delivers 2023 State of the State Address
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday night delivered the 2023 State of the State Address.
Below are the governor’s remarks, in full:
Lieutenant Governor Ainsworth, Pro Tem Reed, Speaker Ledbetter, Speaker Pro Tem Pringle, members of the Alabama Legislature, justices of the Alabama Supreme...
PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville rolls past Oakman 10-3
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted the Oakman Wildcats for a varsity matchup Tuesday night and the Bulldogs jumped out to a quick lead on their way to a 10-3 win over the Wildcats.
Hunter Black got the start for Hanceville and gave up a...
PREP BASEBALL: Raiders collect 10-6 win at Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. – Good Hope hit the road Tuesday night for a county battle at Vinemont and the Raiders returned home with a nice win over the Eagles. Good Hope plated four runs in the second to take an early lead and added runs...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 7, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 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
March 1• theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; Hwy....
Obituary: Brent Pearl
Funeral services for Brent Pearl of Bremen will be 1 p.m. Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Cold Springs Cemetery. Reverend Junior Garmin will be officiating. Visitation for the public will be from 5:30 p.m. until 8...
Obituary: Regina Ann Thompson
Regina Ann Thompson, age 68, of Weaver, Alabama, formerly of Cullman Alabama passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023. Regina was born in Cullman, Alabama on Aug. 26, 1954 to Lilborn Thomas "L.T." and Ethel Marie Sanders Wilkerson. She is preceded in death by...
Reminder: Library hosting Teen Tech Week event today
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library will host Teen Tech Week: 3Doodlers 3D Printing Pens today, Tuesday, March 7, at 3 p.m. This is a one-hour program for teens in which they can create a 3D design using a special 3D printing...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Never stop pushing’: Holly Pond’s Maggie Nail ready for freshman season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The 2023 softball season is underway for the Holly Pond Lady Broncos and they’re looking to make yet another trip to Regionals. They finished with a 14-13 record last season and were the runner-up in the county and area tournaments...
City Sanitation announces green waste material service change
CULLMAN, Ala. – To ensure compliance with the EPA's environmental regulations concerning inert landfills, beginning this week the Sanitation/Recycling Department will not pick up grass, leaves or other green waste materials bagged in non-biodegradable plastic bags. Residents who bag their waste materials (grass, leaves,...
Cullman EC awarded $4.58M Broadband Accessibility Fund grant
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nine grants, totaling $24.72 million, were awarded to broadband providers across the state to support projects in unserved or underserved areas of Alabama. Gov. Kay Ivey’s office announced the grants Friday.
One of those grants – $4.58 million – was awarded to...
Cullman County Commission gives $200K toward Agriplex community hub
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its February meeting, the Cullman County Commission approved a $200,000 appropriation toward the building of a new community hub at the North Alabama Agriplex.
“We always appreciate the support of the commission, especially in a large endeavor like this,” noted Rachel...
St. Patrick’s Day with a purpose
CULLMAN, Ala. – Restoring Women Outreach will hold its inaugural St. Patrick Celebration Day at Stone Bridge Farms Friday, March 17, at 5 p.m. The celebration will include a 50/50 raffle, silent auction and dinner.
Tickets are available for $50, or a table of eight...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope drops area opener to West Morgan 4-3
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders started area play against the West Morgan Lady Rebels Monday night. The Lady Raiders fell behind early and looked to mount a comeback, but they fell just short in the end as they dropped their...
PREP BASEBALL: Warriors earn 3-1 win over West Morgan
WEST POINT, Ala. – After splitting a weekend doubleheader with Scottsboro and Boaz, the West Point Warriors returned home Monday night for a matchup with West Morgan. Cade Welborn and Kanaan Sutter combined to allow just one unearned run on the mound and the...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman tops West Point on the road 13-2
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats traveled to West Point for a matchup with the Lady Warriors Monday night and returned home with an impressive, 13-2 win. Cullman plated 10 runs in the top of the third to take a commanding lead...
Obituary: E. L. Ragsdale
E. L. Ragsdale, 90, of Logan, Alabama, passed away on March 6, 2023 at his residence. Mr. Ragsdale was born September 9, 1932, to Elijah Johnny Avery and Ethel Estell Wall Ragsdale. No services are planned at this time.
Mr. Ragsdale was preceded in death...
Obituary: Leslie E. Blaylock
Leslie E. Blaylock, age 72, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Leslie was born on June 9, 1950. He was a brick mason for 43 years. Leslie loved his garden and loved wood working.
The...
Obituary: Brandon Lee Veal
Brandon Lee Veal, 39, of Cullman, passed away from this life on March 6, 2023, at his residence. He was born June 20. 1983 to Dennis Dewayne & Debra Jean Schultz Veal. Brandon had health struggles throughout his life. He was a wonderful and very kind...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
March 2• harassment; Chad Dr.• theft of property; Hwy. 278 E• domestic violence; CR...
City Sanitation announces green waste material service change
Starting March 6th, to ensure compliance with the EPA's Environmental Regulations Concerning Inert Landfills, the Sanitation/Recycling Department will not pick up grass, leaves, or other green waste materials bagged in non-biodegradable plastic bags. Residents who bag their waste materials (grass, leaves, etc.) must use biodegradable...
Obituary: David Edgar Styles
David Edgar Styles, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away March 5, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Bonnie Virginia Styles; daughters, Susan Styles (Will) Parker, Donna Styles (Mark) Taylor and Jaime Styles; sister, Delene Sullenger; sister-in-law, Margery Spivey Styles;...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘I’m always trying to improve my game’: Good Hope’s K’mal Bell recaps junior season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- This season was another successful one for the Good Hope Raiders as they finished eclipsed the 20-win mark for the fifth consecutive season and junior K'mal Bell talked about what he learned from the Raiders’ latest run.
"I felt this season...
Archer named director of ALEA Dept. of Public Safety
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Secretary Hal Taylor on Thursday announced the appointment of Colonel Jonathan Archer as director of ALEA’s Department of Public Safety (DPS), effective March 1.
The appointment follows the retirement announcement of former DPS Director Colonel Jimmy Helms earlier...
‘It’s been an honor’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Police Chief Bob Long announced his retirement, effective Sept. 1, 2023, at the Hanceville City Council meeting on Wednesday, March 1.
Despite raising their children on family land in Blount County, Long said he and his wife, “liked this city (Hanceville)...
Nominations open for 2023 Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Senior Services is seeking nominations for outstanding individuals to be considered for induction into the 2023 Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. Married couples who have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary or more, and individuals who are 100...
Obituary: Edith Rena McNutt
Edith Rena McNutt, 55, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023, at her residence.
Rena was born on Sept. 26, 1967, in Haleyville, Alabama.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 7, 2023, from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville...
Obituary: S. Wayne Fuller, 72
S. Wayne Fuller, age 72, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, March 3, 2023. S. Wayne was born in Cullman, Alabama.
S. Wayne is survived by his fiancé' of 5 years: Karen Ploppert; his son: Michael (Jodi) Fuller; his daughters: Katie (Wescoat) Free, Courtney...
Native azalea and wildflower sale coming
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Master Gardeners and Alabama Cooperative Extension System will host an inaugural Native Azalea and Wildflowers Sale on Saturday, March 25, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Just in time for spring planting, the sale will be held at the Sportsman...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont tops Cold Springs on the road 9-7; Saturday scoring recap
BREMEN, Ala. -- Vinemont traveled to take on Cold Springs Saturday morning and Vinemont didn't waste any time getting on the scoreboard first. Hayden Robinson hit a leadoff double and moved to third on a wild pitch. An RBI groundout by Jake Hale gave...
PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After topping Brewbaker Tech in the final moments of Wednesday’s 5A State Semifinals, the Arabian Knights were back on the court at Legacy Arena Saturday morning to face No. 4 Pleasant Grove in the 5A State Championship Game. The score was...
‘It was very emotional’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer on Thursday evening received the 2023 Emma Marie Eddleman Citizenship Award at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce Gala. The award, sponsored by O.F. Richter and Sons, is presented annually to individuals who have...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) has made multiple arrests over the past several days.
On Feb. 27, CCSO investigators and the CCSO Special Response Team executed a search warrant at a residence in the Hanceville area.
According to the CCSO, Michael Shane...
Obituary: Hazel Lorene Glover Powell
Funeral service for Hazel Lorene Glover Powell, 84, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Living Faith Baptist Church, Bro. Larry Brown and Bro. Garry Couch officiating. Visitation will be Monday evening at the church from 6 p.m. until 9...
Obituary: Curtis Ray Nix
Curtis Ray Nix, 74, of Haleyville, entered into rest on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Curtis was born on March 25, 1948 in Jasper to Troy Curtis and Millie Decie Blackwell Nix. Prior to his retirement, Curtis worked...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 3, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 3, 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
March 1• harassment; person; 12th Way SW• theft...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 2 Mars Hill in 2A State Finals 69-47
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The top-ranked Cold Springs Lady Eagles were back at Legacy Arena Friday morning to battle No. 2 Mars Hill and despite getting off to a fast start, Cold Springs was unable to keep pace with the Lady Panthers in the second...
Obituary: Tommy Wayne Cole
Funeral service for Tommy Wayne Cole, 74, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 5, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Bethlehem West Baptist Cemetery, Rev. Delbert Freeman officiating. Visitation will be Sunday at the funeral home from 12 p.m....
Obituary: Betty Carol Graves
Now, a beautiful soul is at peace; hardworking hands are at rest.
Our own earthly angel, Betty Carol Graves, 77, answered her Father when he whispered her name.
Carol shared her life with her beloved husband, Elton Graves, for 56 years. Together, they shared a wonderful...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 2, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 2, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 27• possession of controlled substance; possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR...
Obituary: Elwood Allen Rogers
Elwood Allen Rogers, age 62, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Elwood was born in Louisiana. Elwood is survived by his wife, Karen Cassandra Rogers; his daughter, Lauren Banks (Kelien); and his sons, Joshua Akers, Patrick A Rogers (Autumn); his...
Shift-based scheduling offered by WSCC EMS program for Paramedic training
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program has implemented new schedules that allow emergency medical technicians who are seeking to become paramedics the convenience of fitting those classes around their work schedule.
In most cases, EMTs are working 24/48 shifts, where...
Winners of 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest announced
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The winners of the 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest are listed below. As usual, the judges had a very difficult time selecting the winning photos from among the thousands entered. The 2024 contest will be announced later this year.
“The abundant diversity...
Hanceville Civitans honor county’s clergy
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Hanceville Civitan Club hosted its 2023 Clergy Appreciation Luncheon at Hanceville Methodist Church on Tuesday, Feb. 28. The luncheon was attended by members of the club and representatives from the local churches and organizations. Honorable Patti Dean opened with a...
Gudger champions economic growth
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The inaugural Alabama Economic Forum was held in Birmingham on Feb. 16 to discuss the state’s need to continue growing its sustainable job market as it looks to the future. A key voice at the forum was Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman.
Gudger...
Google providing $100K for 58th Annual Selma Jubilee
SELMA, Ala. – Google announced this week it is providing $100,000 to the Selma-Montgomery March Foundation in support of the upcoming 58th Annual Selma Jubilee and to further support storm relief efforts due to the city’s devastating Jan. 12 tornado.
Google is now in its...
The Link awarded portion of $1.5M grant
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention joined local and state leaders Tuesday, Feb. 28, to present a check in the amount of $1,521,900 to local grantee organizations in Alabama’s Fourth Congressional District.
The Alabama Department of Child Abuse &...
Bradford Neal Meeks released over weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Bradford Neal Meeks, convicted in January 2020 of criminally negligent homicide in the DUI crash that killed 15-year-old Curtis James Wilson, was released from custody over the weekend according to Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry. He had been sentenced to a...
ADPH: Ask about screening during March, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - During March, Colon Cancer Awareness Month, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) asks Alabamians ages 45 and older to speak with their healthcare provider about screening for colorectal cancer (CRC).
CRC is cancer that occurs in the colon or rectum. CRC...
PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49 win over Brewbaker Tech
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Arab made its way to Legacy Arena at the BJCC Wednesday night for a 5A Girls Semifinal clash with Brewbaker Tech and the Arabian Knights advanced to the state finals in dramatic fashion. The Rams knocked down a three with 10...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 1, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 1, 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
Feb. 27• theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; Olive...
Obituary: Dewey Glenn Bates
Graveside service for Dewey Glenn Bates, age 82, of Falkville, will be at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery with Charles Sinyard officiating. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Cullman...
Obituary: Dennis Dean Nethery
Funeral service for Dennis Dean Nethery, age 67, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in Valley Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Douglas Graves
A Celebration of Life Service for Douglas Graves, 73, of Cullman, will be Saturday, March 1, 2023 at West Point Community Center from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Mr. Graves passed away on Feb. 28, 2023. He was born April 9, 1949 to Henderson Clarence and...
Obituary: JoAnn Townsend Fortenberry
JoAnn Townsend Fortenberry, 71, of Double Springs, passed away Feb. 28, 2023 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
JoAnn was born March 28, 1951 in Haleyville, Alabama to Bobby Joe Townsend and Jewel Orr Townsend. Family was the most important thing in her life. She loved...
Obituary: Timothy James Mabrey
Timothy James Mabrey, age 65, of Addison, passed away Monday, Feb. 27, 2023 at his residence.
He was born Aug. 24, 1957 in Lincoln Park, Michigan.
No services are planned at this time.
Timothy is survived by his daughter, Pamela Walker and husband Chuck; son, Timothy John...
Obituary: Robert Lee Ragsdale
Funeral service for Robert Lee Ragsdale, 69, of Logan, will be at 12 noon, Sat., March 4, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in New Mt. Zion Cemetery. Bro. Jason Williams will officiate. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Always have a good attitude’: Hanceville’s Alex Twitty reflects on season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Eighth grader Alex Twitty spent the first part of last season on the middle school team before getting moved up to the varsity squad halfway through the season and she learned so much from the experience being on both teams.
"I feel...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Aggies hammer Guntersville on the road 17-2; Fairview, Vinemont collect county wins
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. – The Lady Aggies of Fairview traveled to Guntersville for a varsity matchup with the Lady Wildcats and they returned home with a convincing, 17-2 win.
Fairview 17 - Guntersville 2 (Softball)
Fairview's offense exploded in a big way during their game against Guntersville...
PREP SOFTBALL: Addison drops Tuesday night battle with Lynn 15-3
ADDISON, Ala. – The Addison Lady Bulldogs hosted their county rival Lynn Lady Bears and it was a fairly even game except for one inning. Lynn sent fourteen girls to the plate and scored ten runs, two of them earned, in the second inning and...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats fall to Vestavia Hills 6-3
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats were back home at Bill Shelton Field Tuesday night to host a matchup with Vestavia Hills but unfortunately for the home crowd, Cullman couldn’t get its bats going consistently and the Rebels were able to leave with a 6-3...
Obituary: Gus Henry Thiele, Jr.
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Gus Henry Thiele, Jr., 76, of Vinemont, and will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Thiele family.
Mr. Thiele passed away Monday, Feb. 27, 2023 at his residence. He was born...
