PREP FOOTBALL: Arab bounces back with 48-7 win at Crossville
CROSSVILLE, Ala. – After suffering their first loss of the season to Fort Payne last week, the Arabian Knights looked to bounce back on the road against Crossville Friday night. The Knights took care of business, pummeling the Lions 48-7 to get back in...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman races past Athens on the road for 35-23 region win
ATHENS, Ala. – After winning a thriller over Mortimer Jordan at home last week, the Bearcats were back on the road Friday night for a massive Region 7 battle at Athens. With their playoff hopes on the line, the ‘Cats put together an impressive...
Obituary: Jo Anne Briscoe
Jo Anne Briscoe, 70, of Cullman passed from this life on Sept. 30, 2022, at her home, surrounded by family. She was born Aug. 19, 1943, to John Sherman & Helen Inez Rodgers Briscoe. Mrs. Briscoe was a 1961 graduate of West Point High...
Obituary: Brenda Ann Wix
Funeral Service for Brenda Ann Wix, age 65, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Carlos Wilhite officiating; Burial is at Spring Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m....
Cullman City Council approves FY 2023 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Friday, Sept. 30, convened for its last meeting before beginning of FY 2023, which starts Oct. 1. On the agenda were several items of interest including the budget for FY 2023, the appointment of City officers...
‘We’re just saturating the place with prayer’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of Spring Hill Baptist Church, along with members from several other churches, will be at Depot Park Saturday at 8 a.m. for a peaceful prayer walk. Members will walk along the streets in small groups.
Spring Hill Pastor Terry Blankenship said,...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 30, 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
September 28
domestic violence-3rd degree/harassment; Rae Ave. S.W.
September 29
harassment; Fox Meadow Dr. S.E.
Arrests
September...
Addison crowns 1-year old Saige Hall homecoming princess
ADDISON, Ala. – Sept. 16, 2022, was a special night in Addison. It was homecoming, and the Bulldogs took on Waterloo, but that wasn’t the highlight of the evening. After the homecoming court was announced, 1-year-old Saige Hall, who is battling stage 3 kidney...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Good Hope sweeps tri-match at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Hanceville Lady Bulldogs hosted a tri-match with the Good Hope Lady Raiders and the Cold Springs Lady Eagles and Good Hope ended up sweeping both Hanceville and Cold Springs, while the Lady Eagles collected a sweep of their own over...
Obituary: Edward Dudley Wilson
Mr. Edward Dudley Wilson, 82, of Cullman passed from this life on Sept. 28, 2022, at his residence surrounded by family. He was born Feb. 1, 1940, to Razzie Barton & Leola Gertrude Burkhart Wilson. No services are planned at this time for Mr....
Obituary: Kyle Stanley Stidham
Kyle Stanley Stidham, age 30 of Guin, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022.
Kyle was born on Aug. 10, 1992, in Lake County, Florida.
A visitation will be held on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, from 1 – 2 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in...
Obituary: Dorothy Neal Harbst
Dorothy Neal Harbst, age 91, of Birmingham, Alabama passed away on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. Dorothy was born Aug. 31, 1931, in Cullman, AL.
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison takes down Lauderdale County at home
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the 3A Lauderdale County Lady Tigers at Allen Stephenson Gym in an end of the week matchup. Addison came away with a tough 25-19, 25-20, 25-20 three set victory.
Addison's Lady Bulldogs had already beaten the Lady Tigers at the Danville Tournament and...
Little Pink Dress benefit slated for Oct. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation’s (CCBBF’s) primary fundraiser, the Little Pink Dress benefit, is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 4, from 5:30-9 p.m. at Loft 212
The CCBBF was founded in 2013, its mission to raise money to assist Cullman-area residents while...
CCCDC distributes grants to area agencies and schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Community Development Commission (CCCDC) board members Cherrie Haney and Josh Speakman distributed grant checks Tuesday, Sept. 27, at the Cullman County Economic Development office.
Recipients included:
Cullman Fire Rescue- for water rescue equipment Sardis Volunteer Fire Department- for LUCAS CPR device Joppa Volunteer...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 29
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 29, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 26
selling/distributing of dangerous drugs; Hwy 278 W domestic violence; Co. Rd. 1866 domestic violence, trespassing; Co....
‘You have to earn it’: Andy Light remembers his Bronco days
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Holly Pond football and baseball player, Andy Light. Andy had some great sports memories during his time at Holly Pond and always learned something new at school.
"My favorite baseball memories were when I...
Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation by City of Cullman
On Wednesday, September 28, 2022, Mayor Woody Jacobs officially proclaimed the month of October 2022 Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) in the City of Cullman. On hand to accept the proclamation from Victim Services of Cullman, Inc. (VSOC) were Jonna Wimburn, Prevention Educator, and...
Downtown Grill is back: ‘We hope the community will love it as much as we do’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s popular Downtown Grill is back, a little more than year since a fire shut the restaurant down.
Owners Justin and Sara Lee experienced a complete loss of their business last fall when an electrical fire in the Grill’s kitchen claimed the...
Obituary: Ronnie Rogers
Ronnie Rogers, age 67, of Cullman passed away on Sept. 28, 2022.
Mr. Rogers loved Alabama football. He was loved by all who knew him and will dearly missed.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Dilmus Rogers and Opal Matheney; stepfather: William A. Matheney;...
Obituary: Arlene Alberta Seeley
On Sept. 23, 2022, Arlene Alberta (Wyatt) Seeley, passed away peacefully at her home in Holly Pond, Alabama, at the age of 97. Arlene was born on October 6, 1924, in Valley Junction, Iowa to Welcome and Minnie (Lumberg) Wyatt. She was the mother...
Controversial ‘Cullman Comes Out’ event set for Oct. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Comes Out, an LGBTQA+ community event that has sparked controversy online since it was announced, will take place at Depot Park on Saturday, Oct 8, from 6-10 p.m.
Organized by resident Rickey H. Foster Jr., who goes by the name “Gilly...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 28
Arrests and incidents reportedSept.28
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 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
September 25
unauthorized use of vehicle
September 27
counterfeit $20; State of...
WSCC instructor placed on leave following inflammatory messages
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A Wallace State Community College history instructor has been placed on administrative leave after posts and messages she created on social media in response to the upcoming Cullman Comes Out event were made public. Screenshots of Leigh Ann Courington’s posts have...
Vinemont schools collecting donations for student diagnosed with brain cancer
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Middle School eighth grader Johan Rodriguez was diagnosed with brain cancer about two weeks ago, and his school community is collecting donations for him and his family so they can focus on his recovery.
The school posted a list of suggested...
‘It takes everyone to win a game’: West Point’s Kanaan Sutter ready for senior seasons
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point’s varsity basketball team finished 10-19 in its first season under head coach Mason Voce. Returning senior guard Kanaan Sutter talked about the experience gained from last season and what he wants to carry into his senior year.
"I feel...
Eva holds 33rd Annual Eva Frontier Days celebration
EVA, Ala. - The town of Eva concluded its 33rd annual Eva Frontier Days celebration Saturday. The weeklong festivities began with a beauty pageant last Saturday, the annual hayride Tuesday, a community singing event Thursday and Music on the Square Friday, leading into the...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Good Hope tops Vinemont to claim JV County title
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The JV county championship was on the line when the Good Hope Lady Raiders took on the (2) Vinemont Lady Eagles Tuesday night. Good Hope swept Vinemont in the first match (25-12, 25-9), handing the Lady Eagles their first loss...
39th Annual Cullman County Band Exhibition set for Saturday, Oct. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School Band program will be opening its stadium to area schools for the 39th Annual Cullman County Band Exhibition on Saturday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. Oliver Woodard Stadium will be filled with music lovers coming together in...
Goatoberfest kicks off Oktoberfest 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Goat Island Brewing was the place to be all day Saturday as it hosted Goatoberfest, kicking off the 2022 Cullman Oktoberfest celebration. This year’s Burgermeister, Mike Mullaney, and his crew at Goat Island rolled out the red carpet for visitors who...
‘It’s Good to Be Back Home’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex will host its 2022 annual fundraiser on Thursday, Sept. 27, at Wallace State Community College in the Dr. William F. Peinhardt Conference Center located in the nursing building. The local foods and silent auction Harvest to Home...
Obituary: Sylvia Janette Johnson
Sylvia Janette Johnson, age 89 of the Helicon community, passed away Sept. 27, 2022, at the Folsom Center in Cullman.
Sylvia was born on Jan. 25, 1933, to Gilbert and Vera Hale.
Visitation will be Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022, from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Nichols...
Obituary: Sue Ann Kaucher
Sue Ann Kaucher, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022. Sue was born Jan. 21, 1937, to John Albert and Mary Burnadette Trogden Gough. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband: Donald Kaucher; son: Hal Kaucher; granddaughter:...
Cullman Memory Gardens donated to local nonprofit board
CULLMAN, Ala. - The future of Cullman Memory Gardens is brighter after receiving good news recently. The cemetery is no longer a for-profit investor-owned cemetery. It is now owned and will be operated by a local nonprofit board created by the Alabama Legislature. The...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 27
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 27, 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
September 26
forgery-3rd degree; Citizens Bank and Trust; forged check forgery-3rd degree; Integrated Transportation...
‘Everybody at Hanceville is a family’: Drew Campbell remembers his Bulldog years
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Hanceville basketball and baseball player, Drew Campbell. Drew made some incredible sports and high school memories during his time at Hanceville.
"My favorite baseball memory has to be my freshman year when we went to...
ALEA experiencing Driver License Division network outage
Updated 1:51 p.m.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License System (LEADS) is currently functioning for both in-person and online services.
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division is currently experiencing a statewide network outage. Due to this outage, Driver...
CCSO weekend arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests over the weekend, including:
Thursday, Sept. 22
Deputies arrested Leroy Steven Miller, 45, of Cullman, on warrants for failure of an adult to sex offender to register (3 grand jury warrants) and traffic...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cullman topples Corner on senior night 3-1
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Monday night was Senior Night at Cullman High School and the Lady Bearcats hosted Corner. After dropping the first set, Cullman came roaring back in the next three sets as they ended up winning, 3-1.
Corner 25 - Cullman 17 (1st Set)
Corner jumped...
Obituary: Karen Renae Buettner
Karen Renae Buettner, 66, of Hartselle, passed from this life on Sept. 25, 2022, at Cullman Regional Medical Center surrounded by her family. She was born May 21, 1956, to Jackie Lynn & Lavondia Aaron Gilreath. No services are planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Richard Mildredge Duskin
Richard Mildredge Duskin, age 67, of Holly Pond passed away on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022, at UAB Hospital. He was born Feb. 21, 1955, in Alabama to James Mildredge and Louvie Bell Duskin.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother: Jerald Duskin; sister:...
Obituary: Robert Curry Collier Sr.
Robert Curry Collier, Sr., of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sept. 24, 2022, at the age of 88. He was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on Aug. 17, 1934, to Leonard L. and Lois Lillian Brooks Collier.
Mr. Collier served his country honorably in both...
Good Hope City Council passes 2023 budget, approves 6% raise for city employees
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its final September meeting Monday night and in addition to passing the city’s budget for the upcoming year, they approved a 6% pay raise for all city employees as well as a one-time pay adjustment...
‘There is a huge need right here in our own backyard’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Executive Director Waid Harbison and his team at United Way of Cullman County hosted the nonprofit’s annual meeting Thursday. The event offered the attendees an opportunity to interact with representatives from many of the United Way’s partner agencies that benefit from...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 26, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 22
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy 69 S reckless endangerment; Co. Rd. 1435 theft of property;...
Cullman’s Emily Abney among select group urging Congress to make cancer top priority
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Sept. 13, more than 600 cancer patients, survivors and their loved ones from all 50 states and nearly every congressional district united in Washington, D.C., as part of the annual American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Leadership Summit...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 6 scoring recap
BREMEN, Ala. -- There are now three weeks left to go in the regular season, and there were some huge games going on around the local area regarding who will get in the playoffs. The Cold Springs Eagles hosted the Fairview Aggies, the West...
Obituary: Elizabeth Gable Twilley
Elizabeth Gable Twilley, age 90, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022. Elizabeth was born Feb. 3, 1932.
Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband: Olene Franklin Twilley.
Elizabeth is survived by her daughters: Connie Twilley, Marietta GA, Cynthia Tabor (Jay), Vinemont...
Multiple fire departments respond to County Road 222 structure fire
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office shut down the 7200 block of County Road 222 this morning due to a structure fire in the area.
The fire was in the Trimble VFD coverage area. Trimble, Logan, Bethsadia, Good Hope, Loretto, Crane Hill and...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles claim wins at Kudzu Hills Invitational
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs High School hosted the annual Kudzu Hills Invitational Saturday morning, and the hometown Eagles ran well enough to earn both the boys’ and girls’ titles in the 1A-2A division. Cold Springs’ Reagan Parris and Ethan Edgeworth also claimed individual...
99-year-old veteran James Carson honored at Arab’s homecoming
ARAB, Ala. – Friday night was homecoming for the Arabian Knights but before they kicked things off, both crowds were in for a special treat. There was a very special guest who joined the team captains and officials at the coin toss: 99-year-old Army veteran...
52 ODES TO JOY: MORE F-WORDS
F-WORDS ̶̶ there are so FLIPPIN’ many FANTASTICATIOUS ones! Here are a few more fun, FLAVORFUL faves after all of these from the former feast: FOOTLOOSE, FANFARES, FUNFAIR, FLATTER, FABOLICIOUS, FAH SHIZZLE MY NIZZLE, FACE-FANCY, FANDANGO, FORGIVENESS, FATHERLY, FAUNA, FELICITY, FRANKNESS, FRATERNIZE and FABOPHILIA.
F-WORDS...
Obituary: Freda Joyce Posey
Graveside Service for Freda Joyce Posey, age 82, of Cullman, will be at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022, at Emeus Cemetery with Johnny Green officiating; Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman...
Cullman EC annual blood drive Sept. 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual Cullman Electric Cooperative (EC) blood drive is Sept. 28, 2022, at the Cullman EC Main Office from 7a.m.-4 p.m.
The blood drive started in 2019 to honor the life-saving story of former lineman Aaron Quick, who was accidentally shot on...
Cullman law firm donates $3K to CCBOE special education program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently received a donation from Cullman law firm Griffith, Lowry & Meherg. The donation, valued at $3,000, was designated for use by the school system’s special education program to purchase sensory equipment.
"These kits will benefit students who struggle...
‘I’m glad this community has a desire for such a thing as this’
EVA, Ala. - Residents and visitors filled Eva Baptist Church Thursday night for the annual Eva Frontier Days community singing event.
The singing has been a part of Eva Frontier Days since it was started in 1989 by the Eva Art Guild. There is now...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison rallies to top Good Hope 30-28 in OT
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the 4A Good Hope Raiders at lovely A.G. Hicks Stadium and the game didn't disappoint anyone in the packed house. Addison won in overtime 30-28 in a game of two halves.
The first quarter ended with no score as both teams...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond drops matchup at Glencoe 54-20
GLENCOE, Ala. – After falling to Southeastern in a wild, 57-53 shootout at home last week, the Holly Pond Broncos were back on the road Friday night for a non-region matchup at Glencoe. The Broncos led the way 14-13 early in the first half...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point falls to Douglas at home 49-21
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Douglas Eagles visited the West Point Warriors Friday evening, and it was an exciting game full of big plays but unfortunately for the home crowd, the Eagles spoiled the Warriors homecoming celebrations with a 49-21 victory.
Douglas won the toss and deferred...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 8 Arab falls to Fort Payne 21-0
ARAB, Ala. – The eighth-ranked, undefeated Arab Knights looked to keep their perfect record intact against the Fort Payne Wildcats on homecoming night. Unfortunately for the Arab faithful, it was the Wildcats that would get the win as they ended up shutting out the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville drops OT heartbreaker at Lawrence County 17-14
MOULTON, Ala. – Hanceville traveled to Lawrence County for a non-region battle Friday night and four quarters weren’t enough to settle things between these two squads. The game went into overtime locked at 14 but the Red Devils were able to edge out the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs handles Shoals Christian on the road 48-20
FLORENCE, Ala. – After falling to Locust Fork at home a week ago, the Cold Springs Eagles hit the road Friday night and came back with a big win. The Eagles traveled to play the Flame of Shoals Christian Friday night and they scored...
PREP FOOTBALL: Owens’ late TD leads Cullman past Mortimer Jordan 26-24
CULLMAN, Ala. – After dominating Lee Huntsville on the road last week, the Cullman Bearcats returned to their home field Friday night to host a homecoming matchup against the Blue Devils of Mortimer Jordan. Most of Cullman’s games have come down to the wire...
Obituary: Kenneth G. Bean
Funeral Service for Kenneth G. Bean, age 70, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; Interment in Simcoe Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 -2 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests this week, including:
Monday, Sept. 19
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Good Hope community.
Justina Briann Guthery, 30, of Baileyton, was identified as the driver.
A subsequent search of the vehicle allegedly yielded narcotics...
Free admission to AL State Parks Sept. 24
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – All entrance and parking fees for Alabama State Parks will be waived on National Public Lands Day, which takes place Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022.
“The past few years have shown us just how important outdoor recreation is to our health and wellbeing,”...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 23
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 23, 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
September 18
theft of property-4th degree; Walmart; Olive St. S.W; general merchandise; $93
September...
West Point Council approves annexations
CULLMAN, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday approved the annexations of two properties into the town limits: the properties of residents Peggy Byrum and Rebecca Davis. It also held the first reading of an annexation request for the property of Terry...
Obituary: Edna Adams Giddy
Edna “Susie” Adams Giddy, age 76 of Hayden, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 7, 1946, in Hayden, Alabama to James “Fat” Adams and Dorothy Lucille Johnson Adams. Susie was...
Obituary: Wilda Rochell Williams
Wilda Rochell Williams, 72, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She went on to be with the Lord surrounded by family and friends. Wilda was a caring loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who deeply loved her children....
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Vinemont sweeps J.B. Pennington at home
VINEMONT, Ala. -- The Vinemont Lady Eagles hosted the J.B. Pennington Lady Tigers in Thursday night volleyball action, and the Lady Eagles defended their home court with a 3-0 sweep over Pennington.
Vinemont 25 - Pennington 11 (First Set)
The score was tied at two early on in...
County Commission approves FY 2023 budget, recognizes Ronald Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday night approved its $70 million-plus budget.
County Administrator John Bullard said, “We want to be able to budget and stick to that budget” when presenting the updated budget, which was approved unanimously. The budget is available...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 22
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 22, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 19
unlawful possession of marijuana; I-65 SB MM 304 theft of property; Co. Rd. 1079 theft...
‘We have all grown to be a family’: Good Hope’s Bailey Keef excited for senior year
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Last season was one for the ages for the Good Hope Lady Raider volleyball team as they not only won county, area, and regionals, they made their first trip to state since 2009. One of five seniors on this year's...
2 communities support Hall family through baby’s cancer treatment
ADDISON, Ala. - Saige Hall, almost 14 months old, of Addison, has stage 3 kidney cancer. She recently had her fifth chemotherapy treatment at Children's of Alabama, and her mom, Sadie Hall, said that if the tumor in her daughter’s abdomen has shrunk enough,...
Donations being accepted for family of Zak Stewart
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Friday, Sept. 16, 22-year-old Cullman native Zak Stewart, a 2018 graduate of Cullman High School, was killed in a workplace shooting in Slidell, Louisiana. The Cullman community has rallied around Stewart’s family, and a donation account has been set up...
Obituary: Rodney Dylan Witcher
Rodney Dylan “Rooster” Witcher, 53, of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2022, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born April 20, 1969, in Huntsville, Alabama.
He is survived by his mother: Barbara Witcher; brother: Shawn (Felicia) Witcher; nieces: Ashlon Witcher and Addilon...
Obituary: Etna Ruth Rigsby
Etna Ruth (Pittman) Rigsby, age 89, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022. Etna was born Nov. 19, 1932, in Crane Hill, Alabama to Carl Glenn and Vassie Elizabeth Sinyard Pittman. She is preceded in death by her parents; her beloved...
Obituary: Dale Elaine Starrett
Dale Elaine Starrett age 67 of Hartselle died Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022.
She is survived by her mother: Josephine Lucile Leatherwood Mitchell; daughter: Wendy Dawn Holbrooks; sisters: Kathy Russell and Patsy Hughes; and her grandchildren: Hannah Holbrooks and Hunter Holbrooks.
A graveside celebration of Dale’s life...
Obituary: Kay Fran White Huffstutler
Kay Fran White Huffstutler, 73, of Cullman passed from this life on Sept. 20, 2022, at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born July 22, 1949, to Robert Daniel & Helen Lorene Quattlebum White. No services are planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral...
Cullman High School unveils 2022 homecoming court
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School homecoming game is set for Sept. 23 against the Mortimer Jordan Blue Devils. The 2022 CHS Homecoming Queen will be crowned during halftime, and the homecoming court has been confirmed.The Freshman Homecoming Court includes Sadie Robinson and...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 21, 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
September 19
leaving the scene of an accident; 3rd St. S.E. and Ash...
‘Hard work pays off’: Cold Springs’ Jayden Williams excited for senior cheer season
BREMEN, Ala. -- Another school year is well underway and Cold Springs senior Jayden Williams is ready to get started with the new season alongside a great group of cheerleaders. She has taken away so much during her time as a cheerleader and she...
Superhero Fire: ‘We serve something greater’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Superhero Fire, an event organized by Karen Cook of Cook Ministries to bring nonprofits together to support those struggling with mental health issues, took place Saturday at the Hanceville Civic Center.
Cook Ministries is a faith-based organization dedicated to restoring mental health...
Obituary: Muriel Hassell Helton
Muriel Hassell Helton, 96, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sept. 20, 2022. Funeral services for Mrs. Helton will be announced at a later time.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Holly Pond Cemetery in memory of Muriel.
Obituary: Glenda Jean Strickland
Memorial visitation for Glenda Jean Strickland, age 82, of Cullman, will be from 10 - 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Strickland passed away on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022, at...
Obituary: Whitt Wray
Homegoing service for Bro. Whitt Wray, age 67, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Brandon Pylant and Richard Roberts officiating; Interment in Eva Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 – 8 p.m....
Obituary: Linda Lou Wood
Linda Lou Wood, age 76, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022. Linda was born Sept. 19, 1945, in Talladega, AL.
Linda loved Jesus, her Lord and Savior, and her family and friends. She enjoyed time in God’s word and his creation....
Operation Clear Track: ALEA ‘trains’ residents on railroad safety
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – According to the Amtrak Police Department, a person or vehicle is hit by a train in the United States every three hours. To bring awareness to the potential dangers surrounding railroad tracks and trains, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 20, 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
September 15
fraudulent use of credit/debit card; miscellaneous charges theft of property-4th degree; Walmart;...
‘Be kind to others’: Good Hope’s Canaan Jones reflects on his Raider days
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Good Hope basketball player, Canaan Jones. Cannan made a lot of great memories on and off the court in his time at Good Hope and was blessed to play for a very special...
For the community: Chambers holds 2nd annual fall festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - Chambers Farm and Garden Supply held its second annual fall festival Saturday, continuing its effort to bring the community and its customers together.
Judy Snead of Snead’s Farmhouse was an organizer of the event, which had a strong turnout for its first...
‘We want to celebrate every kid’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual C.A.S.T. for Kids event was held Saturday at Smith Lake Park, giving children with special needs the opportunity to have a fun day of fishing on the lake.
“When the children get here, they get to have a shirt, a...
Today is the 10th Anniversary of National Voter Registration
MONTGOMERY, AL— The Alabama Secretary of State’s Office joins fellow members of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) to encourage citizens to participate in National Voter Registration Day.
National Voter Registration Day began in 2012 and is celebrated every September as a non-partisan...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the past several days, including:
Wednesday, Sept. 14
Deputies responded to the report of someone trespassing in the Welti community.
Tiffany Carol Chambers, 32, of Cullman, was located on the property in a...
Electric Co-op holds 86th annual meeting; no changes to board of trustees
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Electric Cooperative members participated in its 86th annual meeting on Saturday at Northbrook Baptist Church, enjoying free entertainment by the Cotton Pickin’ Kids and the Avenue G Band, hot dogs served by the Fairview High School Band Boosters, inflatables, a...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cold Springs splits tri-match with Cleveland, Dora on senior night
BREMEN, Ala. -- Monday was Senior Night at Cold Springs and the Lady Eagles hosted Dora and Cleveland in a tri-match. They got swept by the Lady Bulldogs, but came back to knock off the Lady Panthers, 3-1.
Dora 25 - Cold Springs 13 (First Set)
It...
Obituary: Zakary Brock Stewart
Zakary Brock Stewart, age 22, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022. Zakary was born June 1, 2000.
A visitation for Zakary will be held Saturday, September 24, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home, 1901 2nd Avenue,...
Obituary: Johnny Darrell Phillips
Johnny Darrell Phillips, age 66, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2022. Johnny was born March 26, 1956.
He is survived by his son: Johnny Darrell Phillips Jr. "Jay"; and his sister: Maxine Fuller.
The family will announce a celebration of life at...
Cullman’s harbinger of autumn: The hay people
CULLMAN, Ala. – The first sign of Oktoberfest was seen in Cullman Monday, as the hay people made their return to various locations around town including the intersection of U.S. Highways 278 and 31, Goat Island Brewing and Depot Park.
The hay people were brought...
