Obituary: Thomas Sherrill
Thomas Sherrill Cook, 58, of Garden City, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023 at his residence.
He was born January 31, 1965 to Alfred...
Spreading the STEM message
Cullman City Schools superintendent, school board teach STEM strategy at state level
Cullman City Schools has been leading the charge with an expansive, innovative approach...
Obituary: Scott Onie Miller
It is with great sadness that the family of Scott Onie Miller, 49, announces his passing which occurred on March 31, 2023.
Visitation and Memorial...
Obituary: Melba Ann Purvis
Funeral service for Melba Ann Purvis will be 2 p.m. Thursday, April 6, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Heath Riggs will officiate the...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 4, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 4, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Holy Week at Sacred Heart
Below is the calendar of events for Holy Week, April 4 through Easter Sunday, April 9, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in...
COUNTY SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: Lady Warriors advance to title game, day 1 scoring recap
VINEMONT, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Softball Tournament officially got underway at the Vinemont Sports Complex Monday night and day one was packed...
Holy Week at St. Bernard Abbey
CULLMAN, Ala. - The solemnity and seriousness of Holy Week are very evident in the Church of St. Bernard Abbey in Cullman. Crucifixes and...
April Walking Tours begin with walk through 1873-1900
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s April Walking Tours series kicked off at the Cullman County Museum on Saturday, April 1, with guide Michael Sullins...
Obituary: Bobby Ray “Bob” Rowell
Bobby Ray “Bob” Rowell, age 79, of Haleyville, passed away Friday, March 31, 2023 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born...
Obituary: Leslie Ellis Brinson
Leslie Ellis Brinson, age 71, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023.
She is survived by two sons, Jonathan Brinson and Christopher...
Obituary: Hilda Mullins
Hilda Mullins, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, April 2, 2023.
A celebration of life visitation for Hilda will be held Tuesday,...
Obituary: Nan Shirley Auston
Nan Shirley Auston died peacefully on Saturday, March 18, 2023, in Cullman, Alabama, after a long illness that she battled bravely until the end....
Obituary: Leslie Ellis Brinson
Leslie Ellis Brinson, age 71, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023.
She is survived by two sons, Jonathan Brinson and Christopher...
Obituary: Shirley Brown McSwain
Shirley Brown McSwain, 73, of Bremen, Alabama passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the age of 73. She was a wonderful and...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 3, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has officially proclaimed April Parkinson’s Awareness Month across Alabama. It is estimated that more than 16,000 people...
Obituary: Edward Willie Grimmett (updated)
Funeral service for Edward Willie Grimmett, 81, of Bremen will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Jethro Stevie Harbison (updated)
Funeral service for Jethro Stevie Harbison, 81, of Cullman, will be Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at Seventh Street Baptist Church, Cullman. The visitation will...
Alabama Extension’s commitment to sustaining for the future
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Predicting the future is never an easy task, and making decisions for the days and years ahead can be simply...
Obituary: Patricia Pearson Goens
Funeral service for Patricia Pearson Goens, 81, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at the Bread of Life Church...
Wallace State announces winners of intramural pickleball
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College crowned winners in the Intramural Pickleball league for the Spring 2023 semester. This was the first official...
The sweet goodness of J. Calvert Farms
CULLMAN, Ala. – At 30 County Road 260 in Cullman County, some of the Southeast’s most delicious strawberries and other fruits and vegetables are...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Cullman Erdbeerfest May 6
“Guten Morgen, Fritz, when are you and Frau Ruehl hosting the Erdbeerfest, this year?” I could imagine overhearing such an exchange this morning when...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point collects wins over Brighton, D.A.R at Bob Jones Tournament
MADISON, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors traveled to compete at this year’s Bob Jones Tournament on Saturday and collected a 13-8 win over DAR...
Obituary: Nancy Love
Nancy Love, 73, of Cullman, entered into rest on Thursday, March 30, 2023 at her home.
Love was born on December 27, 1949 Honolulu, Hawaii....
Obituary: Jerry Ronald Heatherly
Jerry Ronald Heatherly, 78, left this world March 31, 2023 at his residence. He was born March 16,1945 in Cullman to Dora Johnson Heatherly...
Stone Bridge Farms to host Easter weekend gospel music extravaganza
CULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms, a picturesque 186-acre property known for its breathtaking landscapes and acclaimed restaurants, is set to host a gospel...
‘Your deputies and officers will do everything to protect our children’
Nassetta, Gentry speak in wake of Nashville school tragedy
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tensions are high following the March 27 school shooting at the Covenant School...
Ivey says 2022 economic development projects generated $10.1B in new capital investment
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey this week announced that economic development activity in Alabama generated $10.1 billion in new capital investment during 2022,...
PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville tops Vinemont, Falkville at home
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville hosted Vinemont and Falkville Thursday afternoon and the Bulldogs collected wins over both the Eagles and the Blue Devils. A big fourth...
CPRST announces new bid process for Dinner on First
CULLMAN, Ala. - Due to the wild success of last year's Dinner on First event - 400 tickets selling out in just 14 hours...
Taziki’s Mediterranean Café to open May 22
Restaurant will be located in historic Klein’s Dairy Products Building in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman residents will soon be able to enjoy healthy, fresh...
Obituary: Chessi Johanna Waddell
Funeral service for Chessi Johanna Waddell, 47, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, April 2, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Community storm shelters to open during severe weather events
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has provided a list of available storm shelters for inclement weather. If you are not...
Obituary: Wondlas Mark Givens
Funeral service for Wondlas Mark Givens, age 59, of Bremen, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 3, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: James Wenfred “Went” Gunter
James Wenfred “Went” Gunter, 88, of Double Springs, passed away March 30, 2023 at his residence.
Went was born Jan. 18, 1935 in Winston County,...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 31, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 31, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Put the team first’: Good Hope’s Weston Hancock recaps junior season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Raiders are coming off another fantastic season as they finished with a 21-9 record. Junior Weston Hancock...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont, Hanceville split doubleheader; Cold Springs edges Holly Pond 3-2
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Hanceville took a short trip over to Vinemont to face the Eagles in a Friday afternoon doubleheader and the two squads split both...
Obituary: Jimmie “Pee-Wee” Ryan
Funeral services for Jimmie “Pee-Wee” Ryan of Cullman will be 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Ralph Junior Hooper
Ralph Junior Hooper, 74, of Blountsville, Alabama, passed away on March 29, 2023. Mr. Hooper was born to Arbell and Maggie Thomas Hooper on...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 30, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 30, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Links for Literacy Golf Tournament returns April 10
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County’s sixth annual Links for Literacy Golf Tournament is set for Monday, April 10, at Terri Pines...
HPD, ALEA statements on fallen HPD Officer Garrett Crumby, injured Officer Albert Morin
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is mourning the loss of Officer Garrett Crumby, 36, who made the ultimate sacrifice following a...
St. Bernard’s Sr. Gianna Casino awarded Outstanding Graduate Research Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Jan. 28, the Institute of the Psychological Sciences awarded St. Bernard Preparatory Religion Instructor Sr. Gianna Casino, LIHM, an Outstanding...
WSCC Alumni Association trips offer entertainment galore
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For anyone who loves to be entertained, the Wallace State Alumni Association has the perfect day trips for you to enjoy...
UAB Blazers set to face North Texas in NIT Title Game
LAS VEGAS - UAB men's basketball (29-9, 14-6 C-USA) will look to capture the program's first NIT crown on Thursday against a familiar foe in...
Obituary: Carolton Wayne Hyatt
Carolton Wayne Hyatt, 82, of Arley, passed away March 28, 2023 at his residence.
He was born January 2, 1941 in Arley.
Visitation will be held...
Obituary: Hollie Mae Duke
Funeral service for Hollie Mae Duke, 93, of Cullman will be at 12 noon, Monday, April 3, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Pilot Club of Cullman announces return of fashion show
“VOGUE 2023,” the 28th annual Fashion Show & Luncheon, will take place April 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Pilot Club of Cullman has announced the...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 29, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 29, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Vehicle collision claims life of Vinemont woman, injures two others
VINEMONT, Ala. – Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed one fatality following a two-car collision in Vinemont.
According to Kilpatrick, Chessi Waddell, 47, of Vinemont...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview falls to Oneonta at home 13-6
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Aggies were back home at Mark Moore Field Tuesday night to host a matchup with Oneonta and after jumping out...
The truth behind eggcessively expensive eggs
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Today’s chicken egg costs 140% more than one year ago. Demand for eggs has progressively increased since 2009, exacerbating the...
Wallace State partners with Fitzgerald Peterbilt to offer apprenticeships
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announces a new apprenticeship opportunity for students in the Diesel Technology program. Fitzgerald Peterbilt will offer apprenticeship...
WSCC Women’s Golf wins ACCC Championship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s women’s golf team won the Alabama Community College Conference Region 22 championship tournament today at Burning Tree...
Obituary: Linda Gail Marlow
Linda Gail Marlow, age 77, of Cullman, passed away March 27, 2023 at Walker Rehabilitation Center in Carbon Hill.
She was born June 2, 1945...
Obituary: John Paul Partain
John Paul Partain, 55, of Muscle Shoals, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023 at Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield, AL.
He was born June 9,...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 28, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 28, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP BASEBALL: Broncos pick up 13-3 win over Cold Springs; Monday scoring recap
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond hosted the Cold Springs Eagles for a Monday afternoon county matchup game and after jumping out to an...
Wallace State inducts members into English and math honor societies
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is proud to announce more than 50 students earned invitations to join Sigma Kappa Delta and Mu...
‘What better way than to serve food to the community?’
The Link, Kingdom Life Church team up for Community Meal
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County on Thursday, March 23, hosted its monthly...
All about seeds
Library hosts gardening event, announces seed swap
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library recently hosted an event with the Cullman County Extension Office...
State’s Feb. unemployment rate ties record low 2.5%; Cullman Co. tied for 3rd lowest at 2.0%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted February unemployment rate is 2.5%, tying the all-time record low, down from January 2023’s rate of 2.6%,...
Obituary: Betty Deborah Seagroves
Funeral service for Betty Deborah Seagroves, age 65, of Falkville, is pending.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Seagroves passed away on...
Obituary: Anita Maxine Butler
Anita Maxine Butler, 59, of Ashville, AL, formerly of Cullman passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023.
She was born February 6, 1964 to James Verlon...
Obituary: Robert Jackson Smith
Robert Jackson Smith, age 76, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away on March 23, 2023, after being diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer. Known as "Bob"...
Tigers take on North Alabama Tuesday
AUBURN, Ala. – Coming off its series win vs. Georgia, Auburn (16-7-1) continues its non-conference midweek slate against North Alabama (5-17) Tuesday at 6 p.m....
Obituary: Rhonda Gail Davidson
Rhonda Gail Davidson, 63, of Rainsville, Alabama passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023 at DeKalb Regional Medical Center. She was born May 15, 1959 to...
Obituary: Betty Marie Hoffman
Funeral Service for Betty Marie Hoffman, age 81, of Hanceville, will be at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 27, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘Feed your brain’: Lions’ Kitchen at Wallace State sees increased need
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hunger and food insecurity are statewide issues, and Wallace State Community College (WSCC) is no exception. Christine Wiggins, Title III director,...
Wiggins coasts to victory on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – After moving into the lead on Day 2, Jordan Wiggins put it to ‘em on the final day of the Toyota...
ADMH receives $1M grant to develop criteria for CCBHCs
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) a Certified Community...
Files from yesteryear: 1937, 1954
From the files of 1937
October is here -the month of witches, black cats and spooks. Already at Fairview High we are looking forward to...
WSCC hosting author Phyllis Biffle Elmore, Heartland Quilt Guild April 6
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College will host “Quilt of Souls” author
Phyllis Biffle Elmore Thursday, April 6, at 11 a.m. in the James...
Obituary: Jackie Lynn McDonald
Jackie Lynn McDonald, 60, of Hanceville, passed from this life surrounded by her family, Friday, March 24, 2023 at UAB-Highlands Hospital.
The family will receive...
Obituary: Mary Margaret McDonald
Mary Margaret McDonald, 69, of Double Springs, passed away Friday, March 24, 2023 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
She was born October 1, 1953.
Mary is...
Obituary: Robert Lee “Robbie” Stewart
Funeral service for Robert Lee “Robbie” Stewart, 51, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Monday, March 27, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel...
Jacobs declares Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Wednesday, March 22, proclaimed April Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month in the city of Cullman....
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Cats split senior night matchups with Bob Jones, Golden
CULLMAN, Ala. – After completing the area sweep of Decatur on the road Thursday night, the ‘Cats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Friday...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point falls to Winfield at home 9-5
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors rode a four game-winning streak into their game against Winfield Friday afternoon but after a back-and-forth affair with...
City telecommunicators getting new dispatch software
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman’s emergency dispatch center will be using new software in order to better assist the residents of Cullman....
Obituary: Franklin Dee Miller
The funeral service for Franklin Dee Miller, 86, of Vinemont, will be 3 p.m., Sunday, March 26, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home. The body will...
Obituary: Johnnie Winford Tolbert III
Johnnie Winford Tolbert III
Visitation for Johnnie Winford Tolbert III, age 33, of Vinemont, will be from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Tuesday, March...
Obituary: Michael Paul Hammock
Funeral services for Michael Paul Hammock, of Hayden, will be 2 p.m. Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Priscilla Sue White
Priscilla Sue White, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on March 23, 2023, at the age of 78. Mrs. White was born in Cullman...
Obituary: Thomas W. Oden
Thomas W. Oden, age 77, retired logger, passed away in his home, on March 24, 2023, surrounded by loved ones, who will continue to...
Obituary: Gerald Raynard Smith Sr.
Gerald Raynard Smith Sr., 90, of Vinemont, passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
He was born in...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 24, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 24, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
TheraPlay hosts inaugural sensory-friendly Easter event
CULLMAN, Ala. – Field of Miracles was dotted with pastel eggs and stations were set up with temporary tattoos, ring toss and bounce houses...
CCSO hosts lunch for Baileyton, other seniors
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) provided lunch for senior citizens at the Brooklyn...
Cullman County case to be featured on ’48 Hours’ Saturday
‘The Mysterious Death of Tiffiney Crawford’ will air at 9 p.m. on CBS
CULLMAN, Ala. – When Tiffiney Joy Crawford, the founder of the popular...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Warriors outrace Fairview 18-7; Thursday scoring recap
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors made the trip over to Fairview to take on the Lady Aggies in a county game...
AL Senate passes health care facilities visitation legislation
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, introduced Senate Bill 113 this week to protect and enhance the visitation requirements for patients, clients or...
Decatur man arrested on fentanyl trafficking charge in Cullman Co.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Deputies from the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call about a reckless driver on Interstate 65 near Dodge City...
Cullman City School Board recognizes faculty, staff, students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman School Board on Tuesday recognized several faculty, staff and students for their accomplishments.
The board recognized Cullman High School (CHS)...
15 Alabama football players impress at 2023 Pro Day
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama football program hosted its annual Pro Day inside the Hank Crisp Indoor Facility Thursday, with 15 draft-eligible Crimson Tide...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Broncos top Cold Springs at home 6-3
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Lady Broncos returned home Thursday night to host a county battle with Cold Springs and after falling behind early,...
