Community gathers for Empty Bowls
CULLMAN, Ala. – Touching the heart of many on Monday was the return of Empty Bowls of Cullman County, which raised money for the Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) Food Bank. The goal of the event was to raise money and awareness about hunger...
ALEA reminds motorists how to properly and safely yield to emergency vehicles
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Despite the overwhelming cooperation between Alabama residents and first responders, numerous motorists across the state continuously fail to yield properly and safely when being approached by authorized emergency vehicles. Appropriately responding to emergency vehicles enables first responders to execute their duties...
City to update perimeter of Klein Building
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday approved a $21,850 bid from Bright Landscapes for materials and installation of sidewalks around the perimeter of the historic Klein Building, the revitalization of which has been spearheaded by local developer Shane Quick. The sidewalk...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont suffers 1st loss of season to Brewer
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont returned home Thursday night to host Brewer and unfortunately for Eagle fans, the Patriots were in control from the start, jumping out to an early lead and pulling away to win it 11-0.
It didn't take long for Brewer to get on...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview takes home opener over Good Hope 11-0
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies hosted the Good Hope Raiders for their home opener Thursday night and on top of giving their field a new name, the Aggies collected an 11-0 win over the Raiders. Crimson Wright got the start for Fairview and...
Obituary: Emily Josephine Glasscock Pruett
Emily Josephine Glasscock Pruett, better known as “Josie,” was born on Jan. 12, 1938, and, at the age of 85, passed from this world into the presence of her Heavenly Father on Feb. 22, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde...
Obituary: Edna Dean Kelso Downing
After a long life full of family and love, Edna Dean Kelso Downing passed away at the age of 82 in her adopted hometown of Fort Worth, Texas on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023. Born on Sept. 28, 1940 in Cullman, Alabama to John and...
Obituary: Cynthia Renee (McGinnis) Darnell
Mrs. Cynthia Renee (McGinnis) Darnell was born March 9, 1957; she was 65 at the time of her passing on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023.
Cynthia is survived by her son, Christopher McGinnis; her grandchildren: Christian Higgins, Kaylee McGinnis, and Cooper McGinnis; her great grandchildren: Abbie...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 23, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 23, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 20• trespassing; CR 616• attempt to elude police officer; CR 557• possession of...
Obituary: William Douglas Ward
William Douglas Ward, age 67, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023, at DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa.
Doug was born on May 9, 1955 in Guin, Alabama.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 from 1 p.m. until 2...
Obituary: Rayburn Ray Cone, 68
Rayburn Ray Cone, age 68, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023.
Rayburn is survived by his daughters Jerica Rayn Cone, Phoynyx Sarah Cone, his sons Justyn Wayne Cone, Chayton Lee Cone, his sisters Joyce Jones, Alice Anderton, his brothers Merlin Cone...
Good Hope Softball cuts ribbon on new indoor training facility
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s softball team gathered for a special occasion Wednesday night, cutting the ribbon on a brand-new indoor training facility, and plenty of people were in attendance to witness the event unfold.
Head coach Tim Tucker is really happy to see...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the past week, including:
Tuesday, Feb. 14
Deputies arrested Austin Chase Ray Van Keuren, 26, of Crane Hill, on two grand jury warrants stemming from an incident reported in November 2022.
Van Keuren is...
Jacobs declares Arbor Week, recognizes poster winners
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs, along with the Cullman City Tree Commission, on Tuesday declared Feb. 19-25 Arbor Week in the city of Cullman and recognized the local winners of the Arbor Day Poster Contest.
The contest was open to all elementary schools...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 1 Cold Springs downs No. 9 Francis Marion 70-60 to advance to Final 4
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Cold Springs Lady Eagles were back in action at Bill Harris Arena Wednesday night, taking on Francis Marion in the Central Regional 2A Girls Finals. Cold Springs got it done from the free throw line and the three-point line to...
Obituary: Sarah Faye “Sally” Bailey
Sarah Faye “Sally” Bailey, 86, of Hayneville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023 after a brief illness in Prattville Baptist Hospital. She was born Nov. 10, 1936 in Cullman county to William A.V. McKinnley Coleman and Myrtle Jane Phillips Coleman. Sally was a...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 22, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
Feb. 18• criminal trespass-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157•...
Obituary: Carrel Wesley Neal
Carrel Wesley Neal, 91, of Holly Pond, AL, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, due to complications from kidney and bladder cancer. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Chalmers and Malinda (Yates) Neal, and his elder brother, J.B. (Dorothy) Neal.
Carrel’s name...
Obituary: Robert Nathaniel Jones
Funeral service for Robert Nathaniel Jones, of Cullman, will be held on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 at 11 a.m. at the Cullman Funeral Chapel. The family will receive friends and family on Thursday evening from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. Brother Steve Rodgers will officiate the...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Have a good bond with the team’: Hanceville’s Aaliyah Twitty talks freshman season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The 2022-2023 season has come to an end for the Hanceville Lady Bulldogs and they competed and got better as the season went on. The future is definitely looking brighter for Hanceville and a freshman on this year’s team, Aaliyah Twitty,...
2 killed in Holly Pond house fire
HOLLY POND, Ala. – An early morning house fire in Holly Pond claimed two lives. Michael Ricky Olinger, 37, and Deborah Veal Olinger, 64, both of Holly Pond, were in the home and died as a result of the fire, said Cullman County Coroner...
Britt, Blackburn, colleagues introduce bill aimed at ‘funding of human and drug traffickers’
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, ranking member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, joined Senators Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, and Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Mississippi, in introducing legislation “to ensure human and drug traffickers cannot continue to defraud the American...
Local heroes participate in Cullman EMS 6th annual 911 Chili Supper & Cook-Off
CULLMAN, Ala. - There was something to please everyone at the Cullman EMS sixth annual 911 Chili Supper & Cook-Off on Saturday, Feb. 18 at the Cullman VFW. The event featured a variety of delicious chili recipes prepared by some of the county’s finest...
January 2023 food establishment scores
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each month, food establishments are inspected by the Alabama Department of Public Health and graded on every aspect of the business. Below are the businesses and institutions inspected in January 2023.
Establishment Name: 278 Speed Mart
Address: 1601 3rd St NE
City: Cullman
Zip Code: 35055
Score: 94
Smoke Free: Yes
Inspection date: 1/19/2023
Establishment Name: A M...
Early morning fire claims life of Holly Pond resident
UPDATE (6:32 a.m.) Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick has confirmed that a second person has died as a result of the fire.
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HOLLY POND, Ala. - An early morning house fire in the Holly Pond area has claimed the life of at least one individual,...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman takes season-opener over Brewer 5-1
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Lady Bearcats got their season underway against Brewer Tuesday night and Emma Claire Wilson went the distance in her first start of the season to help secure a 5-1 win for the Lady Bearcats.
Wilson gave up a one-out double to...
Obituary: Tracy Painter
Tracy Painter, age 48, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022.
Tracy was born on Oct. 30, 1974.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville, where a memorial service...
Obituary: Ronald L. Hogue
Ronald L. Hogue, 78, was born on August 19, 1944, in Cullman County and passed away on Feb. 20, 2023. He was the first born child of Thurman L. and Myrtle L. Hogue of Battleground, Alabama.
Mr. Hogue was preceded in death by his parents; his...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents reported.
ArrestsFeb. 16 – 20
Darnell, Lucas W.; 31• possession of drug paraphernalia-1st offense
Knowles,...
Obituary: Clara Parker Smith
The memorial service for Clara Parker Smith, 81, of Cullman, will be 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, at Baldwin Church of Christ. The burial will follow the service.
Mrs. Smith passed away on Feb. 12, 2023, at her residence. She was born July 1, 1941,...
PREP TRACK & FIELD: ‘We want our integrity and work ethic to stand out’: Cold Springs’ Conellie Philbeck ready for Sophomore season
BREMEN, Ala. -- Last season was another successful one for the Cold Springs' boys and girls track and field teams. Sophomore Conellie Philbeck talked about last season, what all she learned and what it’s been like to be part of a special team.
"I feel...
Alabama Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday this weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – During Alabama’s annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday, no state sales or use tax is due on certain items you may purchase to deal with severe weather (Act 2012-256, Rule 810-6-3-.66).
The sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, Feb....
When tragedy happens, how to help children understand
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - As difficult as it may be, explaining tough topics in the news to children is something parents need to do, a communication expert says.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Samantha J. Shebib, Ph.D., an expert in family communication and social support,...
Curtain closes on ‘Steel Magnolias’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The curtain has closed on Cullman Community Theatre’s recent production of “Steel Magnolias,” which welcomed almost 1,000 patrons. The show was a splash hit and featured some truly remarkable performances from its small cast of actors.
“Steel Magnolias” was a truly remarkable...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 1 Good Hope drops 63-60 nailbiter to No. 2 Deshler in Northwest Regional Semifinals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The top two teams in Class 4A clashed in a physical Northwest Regional Semifinals matchup Monday afternoon and it was another classic battle between Deshler and the Lady Raiders of Good Hope. The Lady Raiders trailed by as many as 18...
Obituary: Quinn Millard Quick
Quinn Millard Quick, age 89, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023.
Quinn was born Dec. 1, 1933 to Millard and Mae Quick in the West Point area of Cullman County, Alabama. He grew up there and graduated from West Point High...
Obituary: Cecile Marie Wright
Cecile Marie Wright, age 79, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023.
Marie is survived by her husband, Talmadge Wright; her son Brad Wright (Stacy); and her daughter Amy Pratt (James); her brother Butch Aderhold(Mary); her grandchildren Brandon Pratt(Melanie), Brady Pratt,Andrew Whitfield(Lauren)...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 20, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
Feb. 16• domestic violence; CR 81• burglary; CR 1212• possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy....
Obituary: Sandra Sue Reid
Funeral service for Sandra Sue Reid, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023 at the Holly Pond Cemetery Chapel with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Sam Hollis will officiate.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Reid family.
Mrs....
Obituary: James Wesley Hudson, Sr.
James Wesley Hudson, Sr., 90, of Cullman, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023 at his residence. He was born Jan. 18, 1933.
He is survived by his children, Mary (Gary) Braswell, James (Michelle) Hudson, Jr., Delbert (Sue) Hudson, Craig (Karla) Hudson and Crystal Lawrence;...
PREP BASKETBALL: Holly Pond falls to No. 2 Mars Hill 60-34 in NW Regional Semifinals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Holly Pond Lady Broncos continued their postseason run at the Northwest Regional Tournament at Wallace State Monday morning but unfortunately for the home crowd, the Lady Broncos were unable to keep pace with No. 2 Mars Hill and they were...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Eddleman
Jerry Wayne Eddleman, 81, of Cullman, died peacefully at home on Feb. 18, 2023, surrounded by his family. Jerry was born on Feb. 24, 1941, to Olin and Evie Thrower Eddleman.
He lived practically all of his life in the Gold Ridge community of Cullman...
Cullman Strawberry Festival continues to grow in popularity
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual Cullman Strawberry Festival, one of the premier outdoor festivals in north Alabama, is expected to draw one of the largest crowds in the event’s history this year. The festival, which has seen tremendous growth over the past five years,...
Obituary: Joyce W. Hagood
Funeral service for Joyce W. Hagood, age 82, of Vinemont, will be at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Joey Smithson officiating. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023 at...
Obituary: Susan Ann Wood
Susan Ann Wood, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away on Feb. 17, 2023, at the age of 57. Ms. Wood was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on Nov 13, 1965, to Ralph J. and Lora Nell Graves Wood.
Ms. Wood was a member of the Fairview...
Obituary: William “Larrell” Segers
William "Larrell" Segers, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Feb. 16, 2023 at the age of 87. He was born in Birmingham Alabama on July 27, 1935 to William and Lois Ayers Segers. He is preceded in death by his parents, and wife Peggy...
WFF’s goal: Make public fishing lakes even better
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama State Public Fishing Lakes (PFLs) program is adapting to better serve the citizens of the state who depend on these lakes for recreational angling opportunities.
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division...
4-part Healthy Food Foundations class coming in March
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism will offer its Healthy Food Foundations classes in March. The classes will teach skills needed to make smart food choices for a healthy lifestyle. Classes include Eating Healthy on a Budget, Instant Pot Recipes, Mason...
Can you really experience a broken heart?
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - It is possible to have a broken heart, though not in the way people typically think. While many people think of a broken heart on an emotional level, Gregory Chapman, M.D., a cardiologist in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Cardiovascular...
CHS pageants set for Feb. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m., Cullman High School will host the 2022-2023 Miss Southerner Pageant and 2023 Fair Queen Representative Pageant. Pageants will be held in the CHS auditorium. Tickets can be purchased at https://gofan.co ($13 for adults, $9...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 10 Meek drops NW Regional Semifinal matchup with No. 1 Covenant Christian 49-25
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – No. 10 Meek tipped off its Northwest Regional Semifinal matchup against Covenant Christian Saturday night and after taking a 28-17 lead in the first half, the top-ranked Eagles outscored the Tigers 21-8 in the second half to pull away and claim...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 9 Addison falls Covenant Christian in NW Regional Semifinal 47-26
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After handling Hubbertville in the Sub-Regional, the Addison Lady Bulldogs made their way to Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Saturday night to face Covenant Christian in the Northwest Regional 1A Girls Semifinals. Unfortunately for the Addison crowd, the Lady Eagles took...
‘Captain Underpants’ joins Curt’s Closet
CULLMAN, Ala. – Curt’s Closet Founder Ashley Wilson announced that the nonprofit is teaming up with popular children’s character “Captain Underpants” to host an underwear drive on March 6-17. All schools throughout the city and county are invited to participate to provide much needed...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point opens season with wins over Falkville, Hanceville
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors opened up their season at home Friday night and got the year started with a pair of wins. West Point handled Falkville 11-2 in its first game of the night and capped things off with...
Obituary: Clyde Vernon Johnson
Memorial service for Clyde Vernon Johnson, age 93, of Vinemont, will be at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Vladimir Climaco officiating; interment in Ebenezer Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb....
Obituary: Elizabeth Jane “Betty” Lowry
Elizabeth Jane "Betty" Lowry, of Cullman, passed away Feb. 16, 2023 at the age of 93. She was born in Cullman on June 25, 1929 to Ervin and Florence Dean Calvert. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband: P.E. (Jack) Lowry.
Funeral services...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman’s postseason run ends with 64-44 loss to Buckhorn
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Bearcats returned to Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Friday to face Buckhorn in this year’s Northwest Regional semifinal and the defending 6A State Champions had their hands full with the Bucks. The ‘Cats trailed 26-21 at the half and trimmed...
Obituary: Robert Lawton Cheatwood Jr.
Graveside Service for Robert Lawton Cheatwood Jr., age 94, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, at Missionary Grove Cemetery with Tim Aires officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Cheatwood passed away on Thursday, Feb. 16,...
Obituary: Billie Grant Gobble
Funeral service for Billie Grant Gobble, 83, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 20, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Corinth West Cemetery, Bro. Danny Drinkard officiating. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service.
Cullman...
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...
