Obituary: Miriam Huddleston Jones
Miriam Huddleston Jones, of Baileyton, passed away Feb. 16, 2023 at the age of 86. She was born Feb. 7, 1937 in Baileyton Alabama to Charles Gross and Agnes Herring Huddleston. She is preceded in death by: parents, husband: James L. “Bud” Jones, brother:...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 17, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 17, 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. 11• theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; Olive...
Marshall leads 22 states in support of Florida law that ‘preserves girls’ sports teams for girls’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Attorney General Steve Marshall led a coalition of 22 attorneys general who filed an amicus brief in support of the State of Florida’s law that he said, “preserves girls’ sports teams for girls alone.”
“Florida’s law defines sex in terms of reproductive...
Cullman EMS 6th Annual 911 Chili Supper & Cook-Off coming Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman EMS will host enthusiastic and hungry chili lovers from around the area for its sixth annual 911 Chili Supper & Cook-Off this Saturday, Feb. 18, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Cullman VFW. The event is open to the public...
Britt named ranking member of Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama on Wednesday confirmed she will serve as the Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on the Senate Committee on Appropriations.
Britt has also been appointed to serve on the Appropriations subcommittees for Commerce, Justice, Science, and...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 16, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 16, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 13• domestic violence; menacing; CR 1635• Violation of Protection Order; CR 463• possession...
Obituary: Joseph David Boyd
It is with tremendous sadness that the family of Joseph David Boyd, 34, announces his passing which occurred on Feb. 14, 2023.
Visitation and funeral service will be held Friday, Feb. 17, 2023 at Hopewell Baptist Church in Hanceville, Alabama. Visitation begins at 11 a.m....
Obituary: Clara Parker Smith
Clara Parker Smith, 81, of Cullman, passed away on Feb. 12, 2023, at her residence. Funeral Arrangements are incomplete at this time. She was born July 1, 1941, to Robert Wesley and Lovie Hogan Parker.
Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her parents.
She is...
Podiatrist Robert Ocampo joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Podiatrist Robert Ocampo, DPM, recently joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Ocampo completed his undergraduate education in biological sciences at California Polytechnic State University and attended medical school at California College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his podiatric surgical residency at University...
Cullman City Council hears update on 2023 Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the approaching warmer weather will come one of Cullman’s favorite events: the Strawberry Festival is scheduled for May 6. Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan Anderson at this week’s meeting of the Cullman City Council provided an...
Obituary: Joseph David Boyd
Funeral services for Joseph David Boyd, 34, of Hanceville, will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17, 2023 at Hopewell Baptist Church with interment to follow at Cullman Memory Gardens.
Joseph’s family will receive friends at the church Friday beginning at 11 a.m.
Obituary: James Rudolph Cook (updated)
Funeral service for James Rudolph Cook, 82, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Nesmith Cemetery, Bro. Kevin Rutherford officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior...
Obituary: James Wendell West II (update)
James Wendell West II, 57, of Cullman, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 20232 at his residence.
Jim “Scooter” was born Jan. 5, 1966 to James Wendell West and Pat Spradlin Kirkpatrick. Jim was a kind, loving husband, dad...
Obituary: James Melvin Murcks
Funeral service for James Melvin Murcks, age 73, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. David Estes officiating; interment in Bethlehem United Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 until 11a.m. prior...
Obituary: Kermit Scogin
Kermit Scogin, age 77, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023 at his residence.
Kermit was born on May 14, 1945 in Winston County, Alabama.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023 at 1 p.m. at Old Union Primitive Baptist...
Obituary: Frederick Andrew White
Frederick Andrew White, 67, of Logan, passed away on Feb. 10, 2023, at his residence in Logan. No services are planned at this time.
Mr. White was born Nov. 26, 1955, to Lowell Andrew and Julia Emma Sargent White. He was a loving father and grandfather. He...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 15, 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. 9• duty upon striking unattended vehicle; person;...
Norovirus: the unwanted guest that brings misery
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The notorious norovirus is making its rounds again, leaving a trail of upset stomachs and canceled plans in its wake.
Norovirus is a common and contagious virus that causes vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pain. It is sometimes called the “stomach flu” or...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 3 Holly Pond falls in 2OT heartbreaker to Tanner 65-59
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The third-ranked Holly Pond Broncos faced off against the Tanner Rattlers in the Sub-Regional game. Four quarters and an overtime weren’t enough to decide this one, so it ended up going into double overtime and a late run by Tanner...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman cruises past Clay-Chalkville 64-37, advances to NW Regional
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman returned home after winning the 6A, Area 14 Tournament at Hartselle last week and welcomed Clay-Chalkville into Bearcat Arena for Sub-Regional matchup. The ‘Cats took control early in the first half and pulled away as the second half went on...
Obituary: William Jackson Matlock
A Celebration of Life service for William Jackson Matlock of Hanceville will be at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.
Mr. Matlock was born on Dec. 1, 1946 in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. He passed away at the age of 76 at Cullman...
Obituary: Zera Barnett Burns Howard
The funeral service for Zera Barnett Burns Howard, 96, of Simcoe, will be 11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 17, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home. The visitation will be 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the service. Rev. Bobby Crawford and Rev. Layne Howard will officiate...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 14, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 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
Feb. 13• criminal mischief-3rd degree; Eckenrod Ford; Hwy....
Dreams come true at ‘Night to Shine’
FALKVILLE, Ala. – The Tim Tebow Foundation hosted its signature event, "Night to Shine," nationwide and at Fairview: The Grace Place in Falkville on Friday, Feb. 10. The unforgettable prom night experience celebrates people with special needs - ages 14 and older - from...
Communication killers: How arguing can be lethal
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Picture a relationship: A disagreement starts, someone complains and the other person becomes defensive. It is a tale as old as time.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Samantha J. Shebib, Ph.D., is an expert in the field of conflict, and her...
Learn all about trees
CULLMAN, Ala. – As springtime approaches, eager gardeners have the chance this week to learn about which trees are good fits for their landscapes ahead of the annual Cullman County Natural Resources Planting Committee tree sale to be held on Saturday, Feb. 18.
On Wednesday,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison punches ticket to NW Regional with 57-36 win over Hubbertville
ADDISON, Ala. – The Addison Lady Bulldogs hosted the Hubbertville Lady Lions in a sub-regional battle Monday night with a spot at the Northwest Regional on the line and Addison cruised to a 57-36 win. The Lady Bulldogs will now advance to play Covenant...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Raiders advance to NW Regional with 77-9 win over Cordova
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After winning an area tournament title last week, the Good Hope Lady Raiders returned home Monday night to host a Sub-Regional matchup against Cordova. Good Hope scored early and often in a dominant, 77-9 performance against the Lady Blue Devils,...
Obituary: William Jackson Matlock
A Celebration of Life service for William Jackson Matlock of Hanceville will be at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.
Mr. Matlock was born on Dec. 1, 1946 in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. He passed away at the age of 76 at Cullman Regional...
Obituary: Mary Katherine “Kathy” Howard
Mary Katherine “Kathy” Howard, 71, of Vinemont passed away on Sunday, Feb. 12, 20223 at her residence. She was born Jan. 4, 1952 in Ohio. Kathy was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who would give the shirt off her back to someone in...
Obituary: Lonnie Joe Overton (Updated)
Funeral service for Lonnie Joe Overton, 79, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Friendship Methodist Cemetery. Pastors Jerry Lawson, Ory Hampton, and Ben Murray will officiate. Visitation will be from 12 p.m....
Obituary: Starla Renee Weaver
Funeral services for Starla Renee Weaver, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 at New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. Mrs. Weaver will lie in repose at the church on Saturday from 1 p.m. until 2...
Funeral home shooter identified
CULLMAN, Ala. – After a 911 call was made at approximately 10:10 a.m. from Cullman Funeral Home, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies and Cullman Police Department officers arrived on scene and detained Orie Shannon McDearmond, 33, of Cullman. McDearmond is being held without bond...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 13, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 9• possession of drug paraphernalia; Day Gap Rd.• domestic violence; possession of controlled...
Obituary: Shane Joseph Cochran
Funeral Service for Shane Joseph Cochran, age 40, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Tim Box officiating; interment in Valley Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. prior...
Obituary: Stephen Ellis Turner
Stephen Ellis Turner, age 73, of Double Springs, passed away Feb. 12, 2023 at Princeton Baptist Medical Center.
He was born June 19, 1949 in Birmingham, Alabama. He was a friend to all who knew him. He was such a good man; an expert level...
Court of Criminal Appeals upholds Blount County murder conviction
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals recently affirmed the conviction of Bobbie Green Holaway, 66, of Blountsville, for murder. Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the Court’s decision.
Holaway was convicted in the Blount County Circuit Court on June 11, 2020, for the...
Obituary: John A. Williamson
John A. Williamson was born in Cullman County, Alabama on July 18, 1929. He graduated from Anniston High School and was a veteran of the Korean War. He married Sarah Mildred Hodge on Dec. 26, 1953. He lived and worked in Oxford, Alabama and...
One dead in early Sunday wreck
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3:15 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 12, has claimed the life of a Cullman man.
Shane J. Cochran, 40, was fatally injured when the 2006 Jeep Wrangler that he was driving left the roadway, struck...
Alabama exports topped $25.5B in 2022
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama exports surged to over $25.5 billion in 2022, setting a new annual record, according to Gov. Kay Ivey’s office.
Last year’s export activity was driven by rising overseas shipments of Alabama-made vehicles, aerospace parts, chemicals, minerals, metals and paper products, according...
Obituary: Lockcile Elkins
Lockcile Elkins, age 77, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Friday, Feb. 10, 2023, at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
Lockcile was born on March 15, 1945 in Winston County, Alabama.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023 from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at...
Obituary: James Warren
James Warren, age 94, of Haleyville, passed away Feb. 11, 2023 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
He was born Oct. 26, 1928 in Moreland, Alabama
A visitation will be held on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Homes in Double...
‘Remarkable development’ lauded at industry appreciation event
CULLMAN, Ala. – City and county industrial development leaders, local government officials and local industry representatives were celebrated on Thursday, Feb. 9, for their investments in business development and the fiscal growth in Cullman County and the state.
Cullman County Industrial Development Authority and the...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has made multiple arrests over the past several days, including:
Thursday, Feb. 2
Deputies located Heath Kerry Johnson, 36, of Cullman, at an abandoned residence in the Berlin community.
Johnson had outstanding warrants. A subsequent search of his...
$5.6M in NHTSA, USDOJ grants awarded statewide for law enforcement programs
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced $5.6 million in grants to support statewide programs designed to increase public safety on Alabama’s highways and in the state’s communities.
“Public Safety is a core mission of my Administration. Our state, regional, county and municipal...
PREP BASKETBALL: Meek edges Addison 71-64 to claim area title
ARLEY, Ala. – Addison traveled to Meek to take on the Area 13 Regular season champs and to see if they could knock them off for the first time in four tries. Addison came up a bit short as the Tigers controlled the second half...
PREP BASKETBALL: Broncos rally to top Decatur Heritage 54-49, capture area championship
HOLLY POND, Ala. – After toppling West End earlier this week, the Holly Pond Broncos were back on the court Friday night to play Decatur Heritage for this year’s 2A, Area 13 Championship. The Broncos trailed by as many as 13 at one point...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 10, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 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
Feb. 8• theft of property-3rd degree; Stones River...
Former U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo named 2023 Harper Lee Award recipient
MONROEVILLE, Ala. – The Monroeville Literary Festival will present this year’s Harper Lee Award to former U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo March 4 at the Old Courthouse Museum in Monroeville. Selected by a committee of writers and scholars, the annual award recognizes the lifetime...
ALEA’s Marine Patrol set to launch spring boating basics/license course
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Springtime in Alabama is just around the corner, so now is the time to prepare for boating season.
Troopers within the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division are set to launch Boating Basics/License Courses beginning Feb. 11 across the northern...
Show your heart some love this month with a heart-healthy diet
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - When it comes to heart health, diet matters. Experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine say wholesome nutrition is a major factor in combating plaque buildup in the arteries that can lead to heart...
11 Eagle Award winners honored for contributions to Alabama State Parks
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. – Winners of the seventh annual Eagle Awards were honored Saturday as part of Eagle Awareness Weekend at Lake Guntersville State Park.
The Eagle Award – sponsored by the Alabama State Parks Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources –...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison claims area championship with 38-32 win over Sumiton Christian
ADDISON, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Bulldogs hosted the Sumiton Christian Lady Eagles for the championship of Area 13 Thursday night and Addison was able to overcome a scrappy Sumiton Christian team and finally come away with a 38-32 victory. Addison will advance to host Hubbertville...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 1 Cold Springs downs Locust Fork 48-40 to win area championship
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Lady Eagles looked to add yet another area championship to their trophy case Thursday night as they faced off against the Locust Fork Hornets in the Class 2A, Area 11 title game. The Lady Eagles got off to...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman takes 72-70 4OT thriller at Hartselle to claim area title
HARTSELLE, Ala. — After defeating Decatur in the opening round of 6A, Area 14 Tournament Monday night, the Bearcats returned to Hartselle High School Thursday night to face the Tigers in the area title game and it took all night for these two rivals...
Obituary: Ida Louisa Kugler
Funeral Service for Ida Louisa Kugler, age 82, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Kerry Cleghorn officiating; interment in Missionary Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on...
Obituary: Tommy Charles Bartlett
Tom was born Oct. 23, 1938, to parents J.J. and Estelle Frazier Bartlett and privileged to grow up in a loving family with four siblings who all worked in the family business. They remained close all their lives and their greatest joy was gathering and...
Obituary: Lonnie Joe Overton
Funeral service for Lonnie Joe Overton, 79, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 13, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Friendship Methodist Cemetery. Pastors Jerry Lawson and Ory Hampton will officiate.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr....
Obituary: Hoyt Noel Slatton
Mr. Hoyt Noel Slatton was born Dec. 26, 1948 to Lester and Elaine Slatton. He passed away Wednesday Feb. 8, 2023 peacefully at his daughter’s home. Hoyt was a devoted father, Paw Paw, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Being a retired mechanic he was wired...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 9, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 6• attempt to elude police officer; CR 1545• burglary; CR 62• domestic violence;...
Attorney asks for continuance on multifamily dwelling request
CULLMAN, Ala. – The conditional use request for multifamily dwellings on John Cooper Drive S.E. off Old Hanceville Highway was withdrawn by attorney Matthew Carter at the Cullman Planning Commission meeting on Monday, Feb. 6.
The proposed project, consisting of 12 apartment buildings housing 400...
Ivey encourages AL college students to apply for Governor’s Office Internship Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday announced the application period is open for the Governor’s Office summer internship sessions. She encouraged Alabama undergraduate students to apply. Designed to provide insight to college students who want to learn more about the executive branch...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 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
Feb. 6• theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; Hwy....
Obituary: Mary Alice Willingham
Funeral service for Mary Alice Willingham, 90, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m., Monday, Feb. 13, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman City Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m....
Cullman Area Chamber Launches New Search for President/CEO
Cullman, Ala. - The Cullman Chamber Board of Directors is committed to building a thriving community by working with city and community leaders to best meet the needs of our community. After several months of searching for a permanent leader of the organization, the Board announced today that they are re-opening the search for a new President/CEO.
The Chamber search committee did receive several applications; however, none of the applicants met the requirements outlined by the Board as necessary to continue moving the organization forward. Therefore, the Board has decided to conduct a full executive search in order to find the right leader to continue the vision set by the Board over the past year.
“This decision was made following the resignation of Interim President Keith Varden,” Board Chair Stephen Parker said. “We appreciate the work done over the past few months, and wish him best of luck in his future endeavors.”
Chamber Board members will be supporting the staff through this transition in order ensure the programs continue to be successful. The Board search committee will meet over the next couple of weeks to determine the best steps in order to make recommendations on the best plan of action for...
Obituary: Pauline Collins
Pauline Collins, age 80, of Linden, North Carolina, formerly of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, at Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina.
Pauline was born on Feb. 17, 1942 in Haleyville, Alabama.
A visitation will be held on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023...
Obituary: Reba Winnell Crow
Funeral service for Reba Winnell Crow, age 95, of Eva, will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in Gum Pond Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage...
City of Good Hope breaks ground on Love’s Travel Stop
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A crowd of local elected officials and representatives from all over Cullman County gathered near the 305 exit on County Road 222 to celebrate a new business making its way into the community. The City of Good Hope and its...
Obituary: John Albert Redding
A Celebration of Life service for John Albert Redding, 75, of Cullman will be held Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at K and S Barn in Fairview. The address is 8575 Al Hwy 69, Cullman, Al.
Mr. Redding passed away on...
Obituary: Margie Ann Sexton
The graveside service for Margie Ann Sexton, 80, of Cullman, will be 2 p.m., Friday, Feb. 10, 2023, at the Simcoe Methodist Cemetery. Bro. Troy Puckett will officiate the service.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Sexton family.
Mrs. Sexton was born March 25, 1942,...
Obituary: Nellie Gay Pace
Funeral service for Nellie Gay Pace, age 83, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Trueman Davis officiating; interment in Bethsadia Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior...
Obituary: Coleman Berl Harris
Funeral service for Coleman Berl Harris, 82, of Vinemont, will be 1 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Larry Woods will officiate the service. The interment will be at Mt. Hope Baptist Cemetery. The visitation will be 12 p.m. until 1...
Alabama ABC Board launches new quarterly sweepstakes
MONTGOMERY. Ala. - The popularity of Alabama ABC Board’s annual fall allocated whiskeys sweepstakes has opened up more opportunities to shop for hard-to-find brands.
In order to maximize interest and improve the consumer shopping experience, the Board announced a new quarterly limited-release sweepstakes program will...
‘Spread the Love’ with the United Way
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County encourages residents to “Spread the Love” to their neighbors and friends by donating to its communitywide food drive, which started Monday, Feb. 6, and concludes on Saturday, Feb. 11.
Set to benefit food banks across the...
Just wing it: Wing prices fall for Super Bowl LVII
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Football fanatics in the United States are big fans of chicken wings at most Super Bowl parties. In recent years, consumers have had difficulty finding their poultry at supermarkets. Even if they were successful, the wings were significantly more expensive....
Books and Brews coming Feb. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – Books and Brews, presented by the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County, is slated to return to Goat Island Brewing on Wednesday, Feb. 15, from 5-7 p.m. with great books, singo bingo and all of the brewed offerings that...
PREP SOCCER: West Point Warriors, Lady Warriors earn wins at St. Bernard
CULLMAN, Ala. – West Point made the short trip to St. Bernard for a pair of varsity matchups against the Saints and Lady Saints Tuesday night and both Warrior squads returned home with wins. The Lady Warriors edged St. Bernard 4-3 thanks in large...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison advances to area tournament title game with 62-34 win over Sumiton Christian
ARLEY, Ala. – Addison traveled to Meek High School Tuesday night as the Tigers were the host for the Area 13 tournament. Second place Addison would play third place Shoals Christian in the first game while area champ Meek would host fourth place St. Bernard in...
PREP BASKETBALL: Big 2nd half leads West Point past Russellville 61-45
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors tipped off the Class 5A, Area 15 tournament against Russellville Tuesday night and after a close first half, West Point got things going in the second half. A big third quarter allowed the Lady Warriors...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 3 Holly Pond advances to area finals with 57-31 win over West End
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos tipped off the 2A, Area 13 Tournament on their home court Tuesday night and after a slow start in the opening period against West End, the Broncos began to heat up in the second and rode...
Obituary: Joan Evelyn Ballard Cole
Joan Evelyn Ballard Cole passed from this life and began her journey to meet her Redeemer face to face on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 at the age of 87.
She was pre deceased by her parents William Howard Ballard and Verla Evelyn Barnett Ballard, sister...
Obituary: Eleanor Falkowski Welsh
Eleanor Falkowski Welsh passed away on Feb. 4, 2023, as a resident of Hanceville Nursing & Rehab, in Hanceville, Alabama. Eleanor was born in Loraine, Ohio, and as a family they moved to Brooklyn, New York, where Eleanor became Class President at Brooklyn High...
Obituary: Olen Leo Pope
Olen Leo Pope, 75, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Feb. 7, 2023. Mr. Pope was born on Feb. 17, 1947, to Arthur and Alice Garman Pope.
Mr. Pope served his nation honorably in the United States Army. Olen enjoyed fishing. He loved animals and...
Obituary: Peggy Estoria Burden
The funeral service for Peggy Estoria Burden, 81, of Baileyton, will be 11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 10, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The visitation will be 10-11am prior to the service. The interment will be in the Baileyton Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 7, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 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
Feb. 4• criminal trespass-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; Olive St....
Jacobs proclaims Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Approximately 100 Cullman High School student athletes joined Cullman City Schools Athletic Director Mark Stephens, Victim Services of Cullman Counselor Lauren Orth, Victim Services of Cullman Child and Family Program Coordinator Stephanie Driver and Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday, Feb....
ADOC: Inmates released to mandatory supervision
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In accordance with changes to Alabama Code Section 15-22-26.2 (Mandatory Supervision Period on Certain Sentences) that went into effect today, January 31, 2023, the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC), began releasing inmates to the supervision of the Alabama Bureau of Pardons...
Ivey: Sheriffs’ Grants to begin Q1 2023
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The sheriffs’ departments in each of the state’s 67 counties will be receiving Sheriffs’ Grants funds quarterly beginning in the first quarter of 2023, Gov. Kay Ivey’s office announced on Monday. The amount each county receives is based on monies that...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison advances to area finals with 55-21 win over Meek
ADDISON, Ala. – The Addison Lady Bulldogs hosted the state area 13 tournament, being they were the area champs. The first game saw the Saint Bernard Lady Saints put up a game effort but fall short to the Sumiton Christian Lady Eagles 40-33. Addison...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Raiders handle East Lawrence 57-12 to advance to area tournament finals
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The top-ranked Good Hope Lady Raiders hosted this year’s 4A, Area 13 Tournament and tipped off their postseason run with a matchup against East Lawrence. The Lady Raiders smothered East Lawrence on the defensive end of the floor on their...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 1 Cold Springs pulls away from Cleveland 77-30, advances to area finals
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Lady Eagles tipped off the 2A, Area 11 Tournament at home Monday night and punched their ticket to the area championship game with a 77-30 win over Cleveland. The Lady Eagles have secured a spot in next week’s...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 2• possession of dangerous drugs; possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR...
Obituary: Rayburn Austin Parker
Rayburn Austin Parker, 87, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 at his residence. He was born Sept. 4, 1935.
Rayburn graduated from West Point High School, earned his Bachelor’s Degree at St. Bernard College, and his Master’s Degree from the University of...
ADCNR: Outdoors is for everyone
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is making every effort to convey the message that our state’s great outdoors is for everyone.
“The Department tries to create an atmosphere that is safe, welcoming and accommodating to all individuals,” said...
HudsonAlpha launches new public education program
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - HudsonAlpha U is the new name and brand for the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology’s popular public education programs and resources.
“HudsonAlpha U Nights” is a series of evening events designed for a public audience. The events are free and open to the...
Mending kids’ hearts: Children’s of Alabama celebrates kids’ heart health
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - February is American Heart Month. It is a month to raise awareness for conditions that affect every heart, from neonatal patients to adults. Children’s of Alabama has one of the largest pediatric cardiovascular programs in the Southeast. Families of children who...
ADPH: Children’s Dental Health Month promotes good oral health
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, a time when we draw attention to the need for good oral health practices for children. The theme for this observance in 2023 is “Brush, Floss, Smile!”
Alabama’s Oral Health Office kicked off the month...
Obituary: Scott Alan Hunt
Funeral service for Scott Alan Hunt, 46, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Concord Baptist Cemetery, Pastor Shannon Wilkerson officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday evening at the funeral home from 5:30 p.m....
Remlap man killed in crash
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. – A Remlap man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as David T. Hardy, 30.
Troopers said Hardy was fatally injured when the 2006 Nissan Altima he...
Extension offers additional Natural Resources Webinars in 2023
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – The Alabama Cooperative Extension System continues its award-winning Natural Resources Webinar Series in 2023. A product of the system’s forestry, wildlife, and natural resources management (FWNR) team, this webinar series has significantly expanded reach and impact since its inception in...
