Obituary: Sandra Fay Horton Culwell
Sandra Fay Horton Culwell, age 81, of Blountsville, passed away Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022, at her home. She was born Oct. 22, 1941, to Russell and Louise Davis Horton. Sandra was a member of the Pleasant Hill Freewill Baptist Church in Blountsville, an avid...
Holly Pond’s Leah Tarvin passes at 22
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Leah Tarvin, 22, of Holly Pond, died Friday, Nov. 4, at UAB Hospital, a hospital spokesperson confirmed. Tarvin was struck by a vehicle Wednesday evening, Nov. 2, in a crosswalk near the Jacksonville State University (JSU) campus. She was airlifted to...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 4, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
November 2
theft of property-4th degree; Walmart; Olive St. S.W; general merchandise; $15
November...
Jacobs proclaims November Home Care and Hospice Month in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Tuesday proclaimed the month of November Home Care and Hospice Month in Cullman, urging citizens to recognize and appreciate home care and hospice professionals in our community. Emily Price Hall, Jennifer Harbin and Justin Gollott from...
Pair O’ Docs Farm to hold 1st competition for young riders
BREMEN, Ala. - Pair O’ Docs Farm, a horse lesson farm located in Bremen, is hosting its first competition on Nov. 12. The Fall Competition will be full of Pair O’ Docs’ own students and outside riders from other lesson barns who will be...
Latest CCSO Citizens’ Academy class celebrates graduation
CULLMAN, Ala. – The latest class of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Citizens’ Academy graduated Tuesday, Oct 25.
The academy is a nine-week journey that provides an up-close and inside look at law enforcement.
According to the CCSO, participants hear from various speakers, participate in...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont tops Elkmont 64-61, Hanceville falls to East Lawrence 41-35
VINEMONT, Ala. – The first of this year’s varsity basketball action got started at Vinemont High School Thursday night with this year’s Vinemont Tip-Off Classic and both the Lady Eagles and the Hanceville Lady Bulldogs were there competing. The Lady Bulldogs dropped a close...
Obituary: James William Meherg
Funeral service for James William Meherg, 91, of Baileyton, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. prior to the service on Saturday. Rev. Deborah Moon will officiate the...
Obituary: Anita Yap Mangin
Anita Yap Mangin, 80, of Cullman passed from this life on Nov. 2, 2022, at her residence surrounded by her family. Mrs. Mangin was born July 21, 1942, to Ching Go Yap & Leng Hua Lim. No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: “Ellen” Jane Holder Benefield
“Ellen” Jane Holder Benefield, age 59 of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022, at her residence.
Ellen was born on Sept. 6, 1963, in Huntsville, Alabama.
A visitation will be held on Friday, Nov. 4, 2022, from 6-8 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in...
Obituary: Michael B. Wisener
Michael B. Wisener, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Nov. 1, 2022, at the age of 80. Mike was born in Gadsden, Alabama, on Aug. 12, 1942, to Jewell Dolphus (J.D.) and Nellie Ed Chamblee Wisener.
Mr. Wisener served his country honorably in the...
Obituary: Danny Ray Nichols
A funeral service for Danny Ray Nichols of Hanceville will be 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Laodicea Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation for the public will be from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Nov....
Obituary: Jason Eric McCollum
Jason Eric McCollum, age 49, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022. Jason was born in Arab, AL to Martha Dyar McCollum and Joel Ralph McCollum.
Jason is survived by his wife, Winafred Kelso McCollum; his sons Will McCollum, Sloan McCollum, Drew...
Holly Pond graduate critically injured after being struck by vehicle near JSU campus
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – Leah Grace Tarvin, 22, was critically injured Wednesday near the Jacksonville State University (JSU) campus. Tarvin, a graduate of Holly Pond High School and current student at JSU, was struck by a vehicle at a crosswalk on Highway 22 near JSU’s...
Wallace State Volleyball No. 1 seed going into ACCC tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College volleyball team will compete in the ACCC/NJCAA Gulf Atlantic District Volleyball Tournament as the No. 1 seed. Tournament play begins Friday, Nov. 4 at the Mobile Civic Center.
Wallace State will take on No. 8 seed Enterprise...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 3, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 31
unlawful possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Cherokee Ave. S.W. domestic violence; Co....
‘We’re one big family’: Cold Springs’ Kloe Light looking forward to upcoming softball season
BREMEN, Ala. -- After taking a break from softball for two years, Kloe Light returned to play the game that she loves last season and was so happy to get back on the field. Her teammates and coaches were all smiles when they heard...
Hometown Hospitality training coming Monday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Customer service has the power to make or break a company, be it a small business of a handful of employees or an international conglomerate. Employees who work directly with consumers are often the first voice or face the public encounters...
Jason Simpson Named WVTM 13 Chief Meteorologist
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – WVTM 13 announced today that Jason Simpson has been named Chief Meteorologist. The news follows long-time Chief Meteorologist Jerry Tracey’s announcement that he plans to retire in early December. Simpson will assume the leadership role after Tracey’s departure.
“We understand the importance...
West Point fans show support for Brewer student diagnosed with leukemia
SOMERVILLE, Ala. - The West Point Warriors traveled to Brewer to take on the Patriots Oct. 21 and there was a play-off spot was on the line, but what happened in the stands was far more impactful. That was certainly the case for Brewer...
Stash House to host inaugural Alabama Fall Rod Run
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Stash House restaurant in Good Hope is holding its inaugural Alabama Fall Rod Run, a three-day sell, swap or trade event, Nov. 4-6, from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. each day. The Rod Run will allow anyone to drive in or...
Obituary: Glendel Lyvoid Hale
Glendel Lyvoid Hale, of Gardendale, Alabama, passed away on Oct. 31, 2022, at the age of 82. Mr. Hale was born in Blount County, Alabama, on March 19, 1940, to John William and Reba Wood Hale.
Mr. Hale was a man of many accomplishments. Glendel...
Obituary: Doris C. Holt
Funeral Service for Doris C. Holt, age 91, of Cullman, will be at noon on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, at Horis A. Ward Fairview Chapel in Stockbridge, Georgia; entombment at Fairview Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-noon prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Jimmy Wayne Yeager
Funeral Service for Jimmy Wayne Yeager, age 73, of Baileyton, will be at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with John Garrison and Jerry Harper officiating; interment in Corinth Baptist Cemetery in Joppa. Visitation will be from 1-3...
Obituary: Raymond Foster Clarke
On Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022, Raymond Foster Clarke, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away at the age of 84. He was preceded in death by his father, Foster Gates Clarke, and his mother, Nellie Ethel Jones Clarke; his brothers, David Raleigh...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 2
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 2, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 31
unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; 2nd Ave. S.W; purse with...
‘Jason’s legacy will live on’
Clarification: Due to conflicting information, Jason McCollum’s status is unclear at this time.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –Jason McCollum, 49, is a Cullman man who fought a valiant 15-month-long battle against COVID-19 and its aftereffects.
A post shared on social media by Tracie Shadeck on behalf of his...
Cullman Regional to build north Alabama’s 1st freestanding emergency department
HARTSELLE, Ala. - Cullman Regional is taking steps to build north Alabama’s first freestanding emergency department at Hartselle Health Park, a multi-service outpatient facility opened by the hospital in 2021.
“We’ve learned a lot about the Hartselle community and its health care needs over the...
Local schools hosting Veterans Day events
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several Cullman County schools and those in the surrounding area will host Veterans Day programs to allow students to honor the veterans in their lives and learn about the sacrifices they have made. Each event will host area veterans, most of...
The Link’s Legacy Awards and Annual Meeting set for Thursday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County will host its Legacy Awards and Annual Meeting on Thursday, Nov. 3 at The Venue at Cotton Creek with the welcoming hour set for 6 p.m. Guests can enjoy live music before the dinner and awards...
Obituary: Lamarr Gordon Moore
A private gathering of family and friends to celebrate the life of Lamarr Gordon Moore, 71, of Cullman will be held at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home was honored to handle the arrangements for Mr. Moore.
Lamarr passed away Saturday, Oct. 29th, 2022, at his...
Obituary: Darian Keith White
Darian Keith White, 56 of Arley, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, at Lakeland Community Hospital. No services are planned at this time.
Darian was preceded in death by his parents: Hubert Theo White and Madge Lee Brown White; and his wife: Danita White.
Darian is...
Obituary: Kendra Leigh Green
Memorial Visitation for Kendra Leigh Green, age 25, of Arab, will be from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, at Guntersville Senior Center, 1500 Sunset Drive, Guntersville, AL 35976.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ms. Green passed away on Friday, Oct....
Obituary: Bobbie Dale Hunt
Bobbie Dale Hunt, 78, of Joppa, passed from this life on Oct. 30, 2022, at his residence. No services are planned for Mr. Hunt at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hunt family.
Mr. Hunt was born Nov. 16, 1943, to Paul...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 1, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 27
unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; St. Joseph Dr. N.W; cash
Arrests
October...
PREP FOOTBALL: 7 local teams preparing for 1st round of state playoffs
CULLMAN, Ala. – The regular season is now officially in the books, and we have seven local teams that are now turning their attention to the postseason. Meek, Fairview, Arab and Addison earned home field advantage for the opening round of the state playoffs...
‘She was an absolutely amazing woman’
DODGE CITY, Ala. – Family, friends and colleagues gathered at the Dodge City Senior Center on Saturday for the unveiling of a plaque dedicated in remembrance of late Dodge City Mayor Tawana Canada, who spent much of her time with the seniors in attendance...
‘Witches ride’ for local girls
CULLMAN, Ala. - Three local women met in August with a simple vision to bring discretion, dignity, comfort and care to young ladies in need in the community.
The vision was unveiled by new local nonprofit – Les Dames Cullman– at its first event, the...
Beloved meteorologist calls for prayers for wife
HOOVER, Ala. – Lacey Simpson, wife of Holly Pond native and WVTM-13 meteorologist Jason Simpson, suffered a traumatic medical emergency last week while shopping at the family’s local Publix at Valleydale Village in Hoover. Lacey Simpson collapsed, hit her head and was unresponsive.
Jason Simpson...
Obituary: Margie Ann Hill
Margie Ann Hill, 71, of Holly Pond passed away on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, at Woodland Village Health Care Center. She was born June 12, 1951, in Blount County, Alabama.
She is survived by her daughters: Lisa (Wes) Arrowood, Michelle (Daniel) Todd and Windy (Stephen)...
Obituary: Keith Hill
Keith Hill, 64 of Addison, entered into rest on Oct. 29, 2022, at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
He was born on March 15, 1958, in Haleyville, Alabama.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, from 4-5 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Addison,...
Obituary: Sarah Clark Duke
Sarah Clark Duke, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Oct. 29, 2022, at the age of 75. Mrs. Duke was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on March 20, 1947, to Earl and Kala Mae Kuykendall Clark.
Sarah and her husband, Willie, were members of Oak...
Cullman’s Jeff Byars named 2022 Independent Advocate of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA) Jeff Byars, founder of Sun Back Moon, LLC – Private Patient Advocacy & Healthcare Solutions in Cullman, Alabama, was named 2022 Independent Advocate of the Year recently by the Healthcare Advocate Summit, the premier event created...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 31
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 31, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 27
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, unlawful possession of dangerous drugs; Hwy 278 E unlawful possession...
Obituary: Rev. Dillon Burl Calvert
A funeral service for Reverend Dillon Burl Calvert of Bremen will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1st at Bremen Baptist Church. Rev. Calvert will lie-in-state at the church on Tuesday from 1 to 2 p.m. Burial will follow the service at Ryan’s Creek Cemetery...
Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration set for Nov. 5
VINEMONT, Ala. – The 2022 Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration at Cullman Regional Airport, organized by the Cullman Elks Lodge, will be held Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
The event is always held the Saturday before Veterans Day so that Cullman County’s 7,000...
Hanceville City Council issues Lupe’s liquor license, remembers Tim Burney
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council on Thursday issued a liquor license to the new owners of Lupe’s Restaurant.
It also passed Ordinance 650 to vacate Pine Street and reappointed Municipal Judge Steven Gravlee to another two-year term.
School representatives from the Hanceville Middle School...
WSCC Cross Country teams win ACCC Championships
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Cross Country teams both earned their fifth consecutive Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) championships Friday at the ACCC Cross Country Championship held at Oxford’s Choccolocco Park. This is the men’s 10th ACCC Championship overall and the women’s...
Cyclones sweep Cullman County Youth Football Championships
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Youth Football season is officially in the books and three new champions were crowned at Cullman High School after Saturday’s championship games. The Cullman Cyclones collected all three titles, winning the Fireplug game over the Bearcats 22-0,...
52 ODES TO JOY: S.U.N.S. TEAS
TEA FOR TWO
Picture you upon my knee
Just tea for two
And two for tea
Just me for you
And you for me alone.
- Music by Vincent Youmans; Lyrics by Irving Caesar
Tea as a tonic for “joyous aging” is documented 300 years before the birth of Jesus of...
Cullman City Council updates 2 ordinances
CULLMAN, Ala. – At its meeting on Oct. 24, Cullman City Council updated two ordinances, bringing them up to date with the city’s growing population and needs. Ordinance 2023-02 provides detailed instructions for the issuance of special events permits. The second ordinance, 2022-31, redefines...
Obituary: Breatha Ilouise Williams
Funeral service for Breatha Ilouise Puckett DeMonia Williams, 94, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 30th, 2022, at Mt. Olive Providence Primitive Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Ministers will be Rev. Brandon Stripling, Chaplain of Hospice by Kindred...
Obituary: Penny Lee Knight
Penny Lee Knight, 63 of Double Springs, entered into rest on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, at Walker Baptist Medical Center surrounded by her family.
Penny was born on Jan. 13, 1959, in Decatur Alabama.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, at...
Obituary: Christopher Joseph Moody
Funeral Service for Christopher Joseph Moody, age 53 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Delbert Freeman officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 -8 p.m. on Tuesday,...
Obituary: Charles Mack Hale
Charles Mack Hale, 86, of Cullman passed away on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022, at his residence. He was born Jan. 19, 1936, in Cullman, Alabama.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years: Carolyn Reese Hale; children: Cassandra Hale Bowen (Rick), Steven Charles Hale...
Cullman’s Jason McCollum receives heart/double lung transplant
CULLMAN, Ala. – Hospitalized with COVID-19 in late July 2021, Cullman’s Jason McCollum, 49, overnight Friday and into Saturday received a double lung and heart transplant at UAB Hospital in Birmingham.
McCollum has spent the last 15 months fighting for his life after the virus...
Limits Outfitters opening in Cullman Nov. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - Limits Outfitters, a new outdoor and sporting goods store located at 2020 Second Ave. NW in Cullman, will hold its grand opening Friday, Nov. 4.
Matt Bailey said he and co-owner Zack Drake were inspired to open the store “to provide our...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the past week, including:
Friday, Oct. 21
Deputies arrested Dylan Joseph Bomberry-Wright, 28, of Vinemont, on outstanding warrants for sexual abuse of a child and theft (diversion).
The warrants stemmed from an incident...
ALEA warns of drugs cloned to look like candy
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – As the weather continues to change and autumn creeps upon us, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Halloween. This time of year can be filled with fun and excitement for your entire family; however,...
CPD selling, sporting breast cancer awareness patches
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department (CPD) reports that one of its own decided to raise money this October for breast cancer awareness.
CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said School Resource Officer Seth Sullivan used his own money to purchase pink-lined police patches...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison hammers Shoals Christian 56-0 in regular season finale
FLORENCE, Ala. – Addison traveled to Dr. Bill Trapp Stadium to take on the Shoals Christian Flame to end the regular season and closed things out with a region victory, defeating the Flame 56-0. Addison finishes the regular season at 8-2 and will host...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont races past Holly Pond 42-22
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to take on the Holly Pond Broncos in their regular season finale and the Eagles came away victorious 42-22.
Vinemont received the opening kick-off, and a steady dose off the ground game put Vinemont up 6-0 when Rush Sandlin...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville finishes season with 54-23 win over East Lawrence
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted East Lawrence for senior night at Ray Talley Stadium Friday night and they celebrated the occasion with a 53-23 win over the Eagles.
East Lawrence got the ball to start off the game and broke a 44-yard run...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview drops regular season finale at Randolph 34-14
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – After dropping a tough regional battle with Russellville last week, the Fairview Aggies hit the road Friday night to wrap up the regular season against Randolph. Fairview was able to move the ball on the ground most of the night but...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 8 Meek caps off undefeated season with 48-22 win at Oakman
OAKMAN, Ala. – The Tigers hit the road looking to make history at Oakman Friday night and they did just that, defeating the Wildcats 48-22 to complete the first 10-0 regular season in school history. Meek’s last undefeated season was in 1958 when the...
Obituary: Robert Eugene Pennington
A graveside funeral service for Robert Eugene “Gene” Pennington age 75 of Chicago Ridge, Illinois will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, at Johnson Grove Cemetery. Brother Johnny Jones officiating, Hanceville Funeral Home directing.
The native of Cullman County passed away on...
Obituary: Gail S. Brasher
Gail S. Brasher, age 68, of Cullman passed away on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022, at her residence. She was born Nov. 22, 1953, in Alabama to Edgar Eugene Stidham and Nellie Ruth Tyree.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother: Jack Stidham.
Survivors...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 28, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 26
theft of property-4th degree; Walmart; Olive St. S.W; general merchandise; $35 theft...
Dripping Springs DAR chapter announces support for Wreaths Across America
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each December, on National Wreaths Across America Day, wreath-laying ceremonies are carried out at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 3,400 additional locations in all 50 states, at sea and abroad.
The Dripping Springs chapter of the Daughters of...
Search continues for missing Vinemont man Jackie Hale
CULLMAN, Ala. - The search continues for a missing Vinemont man. Jackie Hale, 51, and approximately 200 pounds, was last seen Tuesday, Oct. 25, around 2:30 p.m. on a game camera near Bangor Cave in Blount County. He was wearing a blue T-shirt, gray...
Can you be of service to our seniors?
CULLMAN, Ala. – Many senior citizens in Cullman County have the opportunity to visit their local full-time senior centers to enjoy companionship, programs and warm meals. Others use the CARTS service for transportation while others drive themselves. Unfortunately, these are not options for hundreds...
Obituary: Sharon Lea Lawrence
Funeral service for Sharon Lea Lawrence, 80, of Arab will be at 12 noon, Saturday, Oct. 29th, 2022, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Battleground Cemetery, Bro. Steven Payne and Lyana Rallo officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 10-12...
Obituary: Larry Dale Howse
Larry Dale Howse, age 76 of Addison, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022, at his residence surrounded by his family.
He was born March 8, 1946, in Cullman Alabama. He was a hardworking man who loved anything outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and gardening.
Visitation will...
Obituary: Herbert Aubrey Calloway Jr.
Celebration of Life for Dan Calloway, age 79, of Cullman, will be from 3 - 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, at Sammy and Tina Calloway's residence, 111 County Road 1138, Cullman, AL 35057.
Mr. Calloway passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022, at...
Obituary: Sherry Ann Wood Hutchens
Graveside Service for Sherry Ann Woods Hutchens, age 59, of Vinemont, will be at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, at Friendship Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Hutchens passed away on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022, at her residence. She...
Obituary: Winford Rickey McGukin
Winford Rickey McGukin, age 71 of Falkville, AL. died Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022.
He is survived by his wife: Glenda McGukin; mother: Wilene McGukin; daughter: Vickie Nix; and granddaughter: Maddie McIntyre.
The family will receive friends on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. until the...
Obituary: Charles and Connie Johnson
Rev. Charles Johnson, 71, and Connie Calvert Johnson, 74, of Crane Hill both passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022.
Charles was born Dec. 9, 1950, to Troy Johnson and Azalee Phillips Johnson. Connie was born Jan. 13, 1948, to Athel Calvert and Lois White...
Victim Services Masquerade Ball brings in $27K for nonprofit
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman (VSOC) hosted its annual masquerade ball fundraiser Tuesday at Brick Haven, after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The local nonprofit’s goal for the night was $20,000. It exceeded that, bringing in $27,558.13.
Masked guests enjoyed a...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 27
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 27, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 24
unlawful possession of controlled substances; Co. Rd. 437 unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; Co....
‘Just be who you are’: Good Hope’s Mahayla Dillard excited for junior year
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Cheer season is here once again and for Good Hope’s junior co-captain Mahayla Dillard, this is another year that she'll get to cheer with an amazing group of girls.
"It's been really life-changing for me. I have so many cheer sisters...
Wallace State hosting PULSE
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College held its first day of PULSE 2022 on Tuesday, kicking the day off with Big Oak Ranch’s Brodie Croyle as the keynote speaker.
PULSE (Pathways United for Learning, Service, and Excellence) is a two-day, conference-style event offering students...
Historical preservation underway at Ave Maria Grotto
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Ave Maria Grotto recently received a grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts to begin the historical preservation of the works of Brother Joseph Zoettl, beginning with Die Wald Kapelle (Chapel in the Woods). The Grotto is filled...
Cullman City Council honors WildWater staff, amends procedures for public comments
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday commended Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) and its WildWater staff for earning the Leading Edge Award from the World Waterpark Association. WildWater is the only publicly owned park on the top six waterparks...
Obituary: Bobby Ray Cooper
Bobby Ray Cooper, age 68, of Falkville, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, at his residence. He was born Tuesday, June 1, 1954.
Obituary: Edna Laura Calvert Graves
Edna Laura Calvert Graves, age 107, of Jasper, Alabama passed away on Monday, Oct. 24, 2022. She was born Sept. 12, 1915, in Cullman to James Jackson and Sarah Jane Livingston Calvert. She is preceded in death by her husband of 64 years: Eulas...
Crane Hill couple killed in Hwy. 157 crash
UPDATE 7:55 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A husband and wife from Crane Hill were killed Wednesday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash along Alabama Highway 157 in Cullman County. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victims as Charles H. Johnson, 71, and Connie C. Johnson,...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 26, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 24
domestic violence-3rd degree; Marie St. N.E.
October 25
theft of property-4th degree; Walmart;...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison tops Covenant Christian to capture 3rd straight state title
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Addison Lady Bulldogs were back in familiar territory Wednesday, seeking their ninth state championship in 10 years. The defending state champions faced off against the Eagles of Covenant Christian in this year’s 1A State Finals and they swept their way...
Competitors get their grill on at Butcher Meat Co.
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont residents on Saturday no doubt smelled something delicious in the air. The Butcher Meat Co. hosted its innaugural Backyard Grill-Off, and several barbecue teams strapped on aprons and fired up the grills for a good cause and some bragging rights....
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Arab falls to Westminster Christian in 5A State Finals
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Arabian Knights were back under the lights inside Bill Harris Arena Wednesday morning, seeking their first ever state title against the defending champion Westminster Christian Wildcats. After Westminster took the first two sets by a combined four points (25-23, 26-24),...
Obituary: Melvin Timothy Purvis
Funeral service for Melvin Timothy Purvis, age 59, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022, at Cullman Funeral Home. Visitation will be from noon -2 p.m. prior to the service.
Mr. Purvis passed away on 10/21/2022 at his home in Crane Hill,...
Obituary: Steven Duane Elkins
Steven Duane Elkins, 61, of Haleyville, Alabama entered into rest on Oct. 23, 2022, at his residence.
Steven was born on Nov. 27, 1960, in Aurora, Illinois. He was avid deer hunter, fisherman, and collector of arrow heads. Steven was also a big cut up...
Obituary: Donna Kay Adams Dudley
Donna Kay Adams Dudley, age 82 of Hayden, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born on July 2, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan to Donald and Etha Parker Adams. Donna was the office manager of a nursing...
Obituary: Henry Alan Bailey
Memorial visitation for Henry Alan Bailey, of Eva, will be Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, from 10 a.m.- noon, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Mr. Bailey passed away at his residence on Oct. 24, 2022. He was born Aug. 23, 1959, in Illinois to Charlie and...
Obituary: Mary Frances Brooks
Mary Frances Brooks, age 83, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born in Cullman, Alabama to Freda Irene Hafer and Everett Vermon Burks.
Frances is survived by son: Paul Brooks; son: Alton Brooks Jr.;...
Obituary: Charles Roy James
CMSGT USAF Ret. Charles Roy James passed away at his home in Montgomery, AL surrounded by his caring family on Oct. 17, 2022. CMSGT James was born on Aug. 27th, 1932, in Cullman, Alabama to Isom and Ellen James. He grew up in Cullman,...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 25, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 22
theft of property-4th degree; Walmart; Hwy 157; crossbow; $354
October 24
domestic violence-3rd...
Library group hosts ‘real-life’ whodunit
CULLMAN, Ala. –Stone Bridge Farms was the site of a “real-life” whodunit Friday, when The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) hosted Midnight at the Masquerade. The murder mystery dinner was a fundraiser to support library projects.
During dinner, guests were entertained...
‘Make memories that will last a lifetime’: Fairview’s Jaycee Aleman excited for senior seasons
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Fairview senior Jaycee Aleman. Aleman plays volleyball, basketball and softball for the Aggies and she’s excited for another great year with her teammates.
"I think we did pretty good last season even though we came up...
List of community storm shelters
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has provided a list of available storm shelters for inclement weather. If you are not in a substantial structure, please go to a shelter during dangerous weater. For the safety of shelter occupants, especially...
