South Vinemont’s 1st fireworks celebration delivers big bang
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – Expecting 100 people at the most, the town of South Vinemont welcomed hundreds more to its innaugural Fourth of July fireworks event Sunday evening.
“We didn’t reckon there’d be this many people here since it’s the first time, but I’m...
2nd Fridays bringing the party July 8
CULLMAN, Ala. – The July edition of 2nd Fridays will be held this Friday, July 8, bringing live music, activities, food, a farmers’ market, vendors, shopping, a car show and more to Cullman’s Warehouse District, nearby downtown merchants and surrounding areas. Stretching along First...
An expansive history: a guide to Downtown Cullman’s most historic buildings
CULLMAN, Ala. - The National Register of Historic Places criteria for evaluation allow for prioritization of the preservation of historical sites based on their quality of significance in American history, including places that are associated with events that contributed to the broad patterns of...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office details traffic management at Smith Lake Park for 4th of July festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will be responsible for traffic control following the fireworks show at Smith Lake Park today, July 4, 2022.
“After the fireworks display has ended, traffic will be one way for outgoing traffic out of the park...
Obituary: William Coley Rager (Updated)
Funeral service for William “Bill” Coley Rager, 60, of Cullman, Alabama, will be 12:00 p.m., Thursday, July 7, 2022 at the Cullman Church of Christ. Minister Steve Cummings will officiate the service. The family will receive friends for 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Thursdays prior...
‘You’re never too young to be a leader’: Kennedy Twilley discusses her time at Holly Pond
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond volleyball and basketball standout Kennedy Twilley. Twilley made a lot of great memories during her years as a Bronco both on and off the court.
"My favorite volleyball memory was when we played...
Two homes in Cullman receive makeovers from Community Action Partnership of North Alabama
CULLMAN, Ala. Community Action Partnership of North Alabama (CAPNA) implemented their NeighborWorks program at two homes in Cullman this week.
Candy Ayers, CAPNA’s director of Homeownership Services, said, “We serve five counties now including Cullman, Lawrence, Morgan, and we just picked up Winston and Marion...
Smith Lake Park Fourth of July Fireworks Festival celebrating 50th anniversary
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation’s Smith Lake Park 4th of July Fireworks Festival is celebrating its 50th anniversary this Monday. To celebrate, admission to the event will be free for everyone. Free to join activities, games, and contests will be...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1954 and 1937
From the files of 1954:
Births for July:
Eighty-three babies were born in Cullman County during July. Boys were born to Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Sinyard, J.E. Weissend, Carl Teichmiller, Spencer Howard, M.C. Cleghorn,, C.L. Jerrolds, Alton F. Ray, T.R. Segroves, O.J. Latham, J.H. Fitzgerald,...
Obituary: Jimmy Lawayne Bales
A graveside service for Jimmy Lawayne Bales of Vinemont will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at Mt. Zion Church of the Nazarene in Blount County.
Mr. Bales was born on October 9, 1962, to the late Horace and Dora (Jenkins) Bales in Blount...
Obituary: Whitney Anne Maddux
Whitney Anne Maddux, age 31, of Vinemont, passed away on Friday, July 1, 2022. She was born February 19, 1991, to John Maddux and Erin Mayes Barnett.She was preceded in death by her mother: Erin Mayes Barnett; grandmother: Emi Mayes and brother: Hayden Shutt.Survivors...
‘I’m glad we live in America’: Lynn hosts annual Fourth of July celebration
LYNN, Ala. – The Town of Lynn hosted its annual Fourth of July event Friday night at Lynn City Park, and there was plenty for everyone to enjoy. A trio of waterslides delighted children, and a crowd enjoyed the fireworks display later that night.
It was the...
Hanceville Pool closed over weekend for repairs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Locals all over Cullman County will be hitting the water this Fourth of July weekend but unfortunately, they’ll have to wait a few days before they can return to the pool at C.W. Day Park in Hanceville.
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail reported...
Mopars by the Lake car show raises funds for Secret Meals for Hungry Children
CULLMAN, Ala. - Many children in Cullman rely heavily on free and reduced breakfasts and lunches five days a week; however, the weekend creates a nutritional gap leaving many children hungry when they return to school on Monday. Nonprofit Secret Meals for Hungry Children fills the...
‘Rehydration Drive’ scheduled for local fire departments next Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Redline Leather Workz, located at 222 Arkadelphia Road in Hanceville, is hosting a bottled water drive for fire departments across the region on Saturday, July 9 from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. in conjunction with their grand reopening.
Ben Wilson, of Redline,...
Vinemont welcomes new business The Butcher Meat Co. with Grand Opening
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of South Vinemont has gained its newest addition in The Butcher Meat Co. on Friday morning. The business, owned by Kadi and Justin Smith, will be bringing fresh cut meats including angus choice steaks and roasts, bone-in and boneless...
Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism hears community input on future endeavors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism’s (CPRST) Executive Director Nathan Anderson and Brian Trusty of PROS Consulting hosted an open community forum on Wednesday evening at Terri Pines seeking the public’s feedback and ideas on the future of the city’s parks...
Obituary: Philip Keith Davis
A memorial service is incomplete at this time for Philip Keith Davis, 64, of Logan.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Davis family.
Mr. Davis passed away Friday, July 1, 2022 at Cullman Regional Hospital. He was born December 27, 1957, to Theron Jackson...
Obituary: Scotty Dewayne Griffin
Funeral service for Scotty Dewayne Griffin, 69, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at Blair Congregational Methodist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery, and Rev. Larry Duke officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday from...
Obituary: Lena Belle Speer Henderson
Lena Belle Speer Henderson, age 88, of Double Springs, passed away Thursday, June 30, 2022 at Princeton Baptist Medical Center in Birmingham.
She was born Houston, Alabama to James Speer and Dora Burdick Speer. Lena was a fantastic cook. She enjoyed gardening and sewing and...
Obituary: Vera Mae Harbison
Funeral Service for Vera Mae Harbison, age 92, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home burial at Emeus Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. prior to the service.Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Charles ‘Ken’ Sparks
Mr. Charles "Ken" Sparks, age 94, of Albertville, passed away Thursday, June 30, 2022. A graveside funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 6 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Memory Hill Cemetery, with Brother Chris Johnson and Brother Mike Johnson officiating.
He is survived by...
Gov. Ivey awards grants for domestic violence enforcement, training and related services for agencies in north Alabama; Cullman a recipient
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $130,000 in grants to help agencies investigate and prosecute domestic violence and related crimes while providing services for victims.
“There is no excuse for domestic violence and those who commit that atrocious act need to be...
Arrests and incidents reported July 1, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 1, 2022. 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 Department
Incidents
June 24
theft of property – 4th; Dollar General; Hwy...
‘Put in the work’: Cold Springs’ Ella Bruer looking forward to upcoming season
BREMEN, Ala. -- The summer play-day games for local basketball teams have come to an end and the Cold Springs Lady Eagles finished off their summer schedule with a 10-2 record. Junior Ella Bruer was happy to see the progress she and her team...
A.J. Daugherty named new UAB Head Softball Coach
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Director of Athletics Mark Ingram has announced the hiring of A.J. Daugherty as new head coach of the UAB Softball program.
A lifelong Alabama native and the 2022 NJCAA National Coaching Staff of the Year, Daugherty comes to Birmingham after a tremendously...
The Cullman Tribune brings home the gold at yearly press awards
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune won big at the annual Alabama Press Association Awards last week in Orange Beach, garnering over 20 awards in its Category B class.
The paper swept two categories including Best Feature Photo and Best Online Breaking News Coverage.
Publisher...
Obituary: Shirley Mae Lovell
Shirley Mae Lovell, age 81, of Hanceville, passed away on June 29, 2022 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born on December 4, 1940, in Tennessee to Arley Love and Flora Geneva Dial Love. Shirley worked as a CNA at Hanceville Nursing Home...
Obituary: Darrell Dean Taylor
Darrell Dean Taylor, age 65, of Vinemont, passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at Cullman Regional. He was born October 10, 1956, in Hartselle, Alabama, to J. D. and Ruby Taylor.He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers: Keith Taylor, Ronnie...
Obituary: Christopher Michael Joslyn
Christopher Michael Joslyn, age 67, of Cullman, passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at Cullman Regional. He was born October 10, 1954, in Wyoming to Jack and Jo Joslyn.He was preceded in death by his parents; sister: Mary Joslyn; nephew: J.J. Joslyn and...
Obituary: Rayfield Bernard Kreps
Rayfield Bernard Kreps, age 84, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2022. Rayfield was born September 12, 1937, in Cullman, Alabama to Aloysius F. "Butch" and Ommie Estella Dewberry Kreps.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Aloysius F. "Butch" and...
Arrests and incidents reported June 30, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 30, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 27
sell/distribute drugs, possession of marijuana; Co. Rd. 1763unlawful possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession...
Cullman County Child Development Center gives Inclusive playground progress update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The playground renovations at the Child Development Center, begun in 2017, are almost completed, with phase 2 of planning and part of phase 3 being finished. The project was estimated to take three years, and due to restrictions with the pandemic,...
North Cullman Jack’s redesigned to allow for better entry and exit
CULLMAN, Ala. - The recently renovated Jack’s restaurant on Hwy 157 was rebuilt due to a scheduled review of each of the Jack’s Family Restaurant properties. The old building was an earlier prototype and project manager Dale Bright with St. John’s and Associates said...
Continuing the family tradition of service
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monday evening saw Michael Sullins accept the board appointment to Cullman’s Planning Commission by the Cullman City Council at their council meeting.
The Planning Commission’s duties include developing and adopting the comprehensive plans for the city, as well as providing analysis, recommendations...
Cullman Lion’s Club holds Installation Dinner for new officers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Lions and Lionesses met on Monday evening at Stonebridge Farms for a dinner and installation of the new 2022-2023 officers by Lion’s International District 34A Governor Mechele Mosley. The Lion’s Club makes continual efforts to support its community through donations...
Obituary: Shelia Jo French
Funeral Service for Shelia Jo French, age 81, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 1, 2022, at Center Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Stanley Kilgore and Rev. Jason Vinson officiating, and interment in Eva Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00...
Obituary: Crystal “Chrys” Armstrong
Crystal “Chrys” Armstrong, age 37, of Hanceville passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care Center. She was born in Birmingham on February 6, 1985, to Lawayne and Deborah Broyles Gilbreath. Chrys loved her family and her son was...
Obituary: Joshua James Smith
Funeral service for Joshua James Smith, age 40, of Vinemont, will be at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 2, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Samuel Tucker and Malcolm Carter officiating, and burial at Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. -...
Obituary: Dwayne Jackson
Dwayne Jackson, age 81, of Arkadelphia, Alabama passed away on June 28, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Herman Jackson and Verla McClure Jackson and his father and mother-in-law: Asa Hogland and Bertha Ogletree Hogland.
He...
Wallace State Community College has 13 students win National SkillsUSA medals, including three teams earning gold
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College had 13 students earn a medal, including three teams to win a gold, at the 2022 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference competition recently held in Atlanta.
Gold medal-winning teams for Wallace State were:
Jessica Rosales Aguilar, Bryson Fletcher...
Arrests and incidents reported June 28-29, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 28-29, 2022. 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 Department
Incidents
June 27
criminal mischief; Cullman Village apartments; Ward Ave. SW;...
Cullman City Council appoints two new members to city’s planning commission
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council met on Monday evening at city hall where Michael Sullins and Blake Bright were appointed to the City of Cullman Planning Commission to fill the vacancies left by Barret Richard, who has moved into the county, making...
Tyson Farms lawsuit settlement funds new projects in Colony, Garden City and Forks in the River
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Attorney General’s Restitution Fund Oversite Committee met at three different locations on Saturday to announce projects that are being planned to improve access to the Mulberry and Sipsey Forks of the Black Warrior River. The committee and local leaders met...
2022 Independence Day fun planned for Cullman and surrounding areas
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - To celebrate Independence Day, there’s no shortage of local family friendly, festive events coming up in Cullman County and surrounding areas.
Smith Lake Park Fireworks and Music Festival
The Smith Lake Park Festival will take place from 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m....
‘Don’t back down’: Colby Miller recaps his playing days at Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to one of Vinemont's multi-sport standouts, Colby Miller. Colby made a long list of school and sports memories during his years as an Eagle.
"One of my favorite football memories that comes to mind was when I...
Obituary: Betty Francis Pitzing
Betty Francis Pitzing, age 77, of Hanceville, passed away on Monday, June 27, 2022, at Hanceville Nursing Home. She was born in Cullman, Alabama on July 23, 1944, to Roy Pitzing and Bertha Mae Hathcock Pitzing.
Mrs. Pitzing is survived by her sister: Gladys Barnett;...
Obituary: Zelda Mae Falkner
Funeral service for Zelda Mae Falkner, age 87, of Panama City Beach, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 1, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rodger James officiating, and interment in Cullman Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. -...
Obituary: Jewell Dean Thompson
Jewell Dean Thompson, age 83, of Smith Lake, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at her residence. She was born August 7, 1938, to Henry Michael and Novella White.She was preceded in death by her parents and sons: Michael Love and Jeff Thompson.Survivors...
Obituary: Alora Suzanne Whittle
Funeral service for Alora Suzanne Whittle, of Cullman, will be at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Robin Key officiating, and interment in Center Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. prior to the service.Cullman...
‘Never take anything for granted’: Stella Smith discusses her Cullman career
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cullman basketball player Stella Smith. Some of Stella's best basketball memories actually happened off of the court and she made a lot of great memories in school as well.
"Although I made tons of memories with...
Arrests and incidents reported June 28, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 28, 2022. 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 Department
Incidents
June 27
criminal mischief; Cullman Village apartments; Ward Ave. SW;...
United Way of Cullman County announces annual Stuff the Bus campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County will be hosting their 5th annual school supply drive, Stuff the Bus, July 15-22. School supplies are donated to city and county school students who do not have access to school supplies throughout the year.
During...
‘Surround yourself with the right people’: Tanner Kilgo recaps his Cold Springs career
BREMEN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs basketball player Tanner Kilgo. He will be going to Ole Miss to continue his academic career in the fall. Tanner made a lot of great high school memories on and off the court...
‘Stay positive’: Kyndall Seal reflects on her Raider years
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope volleyball and basketball standout, Kyndall Seal.
Kyndall made great sports memories competing for both the Lady Raiders volleyball and basketball teams in her time at Good Hope.
"Some of my favorite sports memories were...
First Splash-In movie at WildWater on Thursday evening
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s new premier water park, WildWater, will host its first movie night on Thursday evening, bringing fun for the whole family to Disney fans.
WildWater’s Splash-In Movie night will be shown on the big screen with the park’s 22,000 square foot wave...
Pet of the Week: Find a hero in Thor!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Thor!
According to Ruttkay, Thor is a 1.5-2-year-old medium-energy Border Collie mix. Thor, known to be a quick learner, is developing super social skills at a lightning-fast...
Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training presented at West Cullman Baptist Association
CULLMAN, Ala. - The West Cullman Baptist Association invited Lee Wright with the Alabama State Board of Missions to give a seminar Thursday on Child Sexual Abuse Prevention. He discussed policies and tools recommended by the State Board of Missions to help churches be...
CARTS needs you!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Rural Transportation Service (CARTS) has almost 10 driver vacancies which need to be filled immediately. The driver shortage has impacted the availability of routes for the transportation service and its clients, usually the elderly or those with disabilities.
The...
Obituary: Bobby Joe Watson
Bobby Joe Watson, 74 of Cullman, moved to his heavenly home on Sunday, June 26, 2022 at Grandview Medical Center.
Bobby was born on January 8, 1948, to Preston and Louise Watson. He enjoyed fishing and riding motorcycles.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 29,...
Obituary: Ruby Nell Graves
Ruby Nell Graves, 89, of Bangor entered into rest on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at her residence. She was born June 16, 1933 in Searles, Alabama to Henry and Elizabeth Davis Sellers. Ruby was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who never met a...
Obituary: Ruth Ilene Cochran
Graveside service for Ruth Ilene Cochran, age 99, of Panama City Beach, FL, formally of Cullman, AL, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at Shady Grove Cemetery with John McKoy officiating, and burial at Shady Grove Cemetery.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Rhonda Karen Anderson
Rhonda Karen Anderson, age 73, of Falkville, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at Woodland Village Health Care. She was born February 8, 1949, in Cullman, Alabama, to Charlie Smith and Helen Fleming.She was preceded in death by her husband: Roger Anderson; parents:...
Obituary: Howard O’neal Godsey
Howard O’neal Godsey, 87, of Double Springs, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022 at Hendrix Health Care.
Howard was born on February 15, 1935, in Russellville, Alabama. He loved to fish and hunt, and he also served in the Army.
Visitation will be held on...
Obituary: Samuel Wayne Dean
Samuel Wayne Dean, age 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022. Wayne was born November 16, 1939.
Wayne is survived by his beloved wife: Jeraldean Dean; his son: Ricky Dean; two grandchildren; his sister: Janet Dean Kilgo and his brother Durwood...
CCSO makes arrests in death of infant
WEST POINT, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the West Point area in reference to an unresponsive juvenile at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, June 27.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said despite efforts from first responders, the 6-month-old female that was found...
Arrests and incidents reported June 27, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 27, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 23
unlawful possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession of marijuana; Beech Ave. SEunlawful breaking entering...
Hanceville to remove Home Economics/AG and Welding buildings from high school
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council met for their regular meeting on Thursday night at City Hall with all members present.
Mayor Kenneth Nail provided an update on the work the city is doing at Hanceville High School which includes removing the home EC/AG...
CCSO kept busy with multiple arrests over past week
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple unrelated drug related arrests over the week.
CCSO deputies observed suspicious vehicles at a closed business in the Valley Grove Community around 11:00 p.m. on Friday, June 17. John Matthew Tworkowsky, 51, of Hayden, was...
(Update) Apartment fire claims life of 67-year-old Hanceville resident
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - UPDATE: The apartment fire in Hanceville has resulted in a fatality this afternoon. According to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, there was one confirmed fatality. Gary Holmes, 67, of Hanceville was pronounced dead at the scene.This incident is currently under investigation.
The fire...
Obituary: Vadie Leigh Overton
Vadie Leigh Overton, 90, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
Vadie was born on April 12, 1932, in Itawamba County, Mississippi to Tom and Pearlie Farris Stockton. She was a member of Pine Grove Church...
‘Just be yourself’: Fairview’s Emma Roberts looks back on her Aggie years
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview softball player and band member Emma Roberts. Emma had many unique experiences and made a lot of great memories playing softball for the Aggies and playing in the Aggie band.
"Some of my favorite memories...
‘You can’t take back time’: Brody Peppers remembers his Cold Springs career
BREMEN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs basketball player Brody Peppers about his years playing for the Eagles. There were a couple of basketball memories that stood out to Brody and had some funny school memories as well.
"I have two...
Dissatisfied over CARTS services, Sevita employee sounds off at County Commission work session
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission met for their monthly meeting on Thursday evening to cover a robust agenda.
During the preceding work session, the commissioners and all in attendance heard from retired Cullman County teacher Sharon Ferguson, now employed by Sevita, a national...
Flies from yesteryear: from the files of 1954 and 1937
From the files of 1954:
Marie Peinhardt was chosen Cullman County’s first Dairy Maid, in the contest held Friday at Klein’s creamery. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Peinhardt.
The recent school census for Cullman County and Cullman City shows a total of...
Obituary: Billy Gene Walker
Billy Gene Walker, age 87, of Hanceville, passed away on Friday, June 24, 2022, at Cullman Regional. He was born January 8, 1935, to Herschel and Lois Walker.He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson: Bo Brockman; one sister and one brother.Survivors include...
Mental health first aid training to be provided at the Cullman County Library in July
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library will be hosting a Mental Health First Aid training course Tuesday, July 19 and Wednesday, July 20 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. There is no cost for the training or materials as it is a grant-based program...
Bonus Pet of the Week: Form a bond with Bruiser!
CULLMAN, Ala. – With plenty of love to spare these days, Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Bruiser!
According to Ruttkay, Bruiser is a 1-year-old Retriever/Great Pyrenese mix. With a dichotomous name, he is a low-to-medium...
Community Career Fair gives personal quality to hiring process
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development partnered with Cullman Economic Development Agency Thursday to sponsor a Community Career Fair held at The Active Adult Center (formerly the Donald E. Green Senior Center). The fair gave potential employees the chance...
Busted Knuckle Off Road Vehicles to expand facility
CULLMAN, Ala. - A group of members from the Cullman Chamber of Commerce, Wallace State, Cullman Area Technology Academy and the Cullman Economic Development Agency went out to tour Busted Knuckle Off Road facility on Wednesday to see the assembly process of Rock Bouncers....
Obituary: James Edward Doss
James Edward Doss, age 76, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 24, 2022. James was born September 22, 1945 in Arkadelphia, Alabama.James is survived by the mother of his children: Myrtle Ann Doss; his sons: Charles Doss and James Doss; his daughters:...
Obituary: Janet Ann Shrewsbury
Janet Ann Shrewsbury, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2022. Janet was born February 27, 1937, in Skelton, West Virginia to Silas and Ella Doris Hopkins. She is preceded in death by her parents; infant daughter; seven brothers and...
Obituary: Emma Inez McGuire
Emma Inez McGuire, age 86, of Anniston, Alabama, passed away Friday, June 24, 2022 at her residence.
Emma was born on June 29, 1935, in Haleyville, Alabama.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at New Bethel Cemetery in...
Elective abortions illegal in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Friday afternoon that the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama has lifted the injunction against Alabama’s Human Life Protection Act.
“The State of Alabama’s emergency motion to lift the injunction and reinstate Alabama’s 2019 law, which...
Tomato enthusiasts prepare for Tomato Taste-Off event at Festhalle Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Extension Office is hosting a Tomato Taste-Off event at Festhalle Farmer’s Market on June 25th to look for the best of the best in the following categories – best tasting cherry tomato, best tasting slicing tomato, best tasting...
Arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2022. 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 Department
Incidents
June 23
domestic violence – 3rd degree; person; 10th St....
(Update) Escaped inmate who stole ambulance from UAB, vehicle from Cullman recaptured
PHOENIX, AZ - The manhunt for a Jefferson County Inmate ended on Tuesday after being captured by U.S. Marshal’s in Phoenix, Arizona. Phillip Shane Bradford, the Jefferson County inmate who escaped UAB Medicine in a stolen ambulance on June 22, was located six days...
‘Lead by example’: Kaylee Stallings remembers her Holly Pond career
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I spoke with Holly Pond multi-sport athlete Kaylee Stallings about her days as a Bronco. Kaylee made a lot of great memories on and off the field in her time at Holly Pond.
"I have so many memories...
Meeting offers second opportunity to apply to WSCC health science programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Health Science department will host a Second Opportunity informational meeting on Thursday, June 30, at 10:00 a.m. to assist students seeking to enroll in several programs with openings remaining for the fall 2022 semester.
Each year, Health Science programs...
Hanceville emergency personnel give demonstrations at the Library’s Summer Reading Program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Fire and Police Department’s with the Cullman Air Evac team visited the Hanceville Library on Wednesday during their Summer Reading Program to tell them about some of the services they provide and show them their equipment and emergency vehicles.
Firefighter...
Obituary: Douglas Eugene Smith
Douglas Eugene Smith, age 74, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. Douglas was born October 25, 1947.
Douglas is survived by his beloved wife: Felita Smith; his son: Tyler Smith (Lorna); his daughters: Nikki Hawkins (Kerry), Danielle Terry (Bradley) and Tiffany...
Sips ‘n Strokes takes class to Ave Maria Grotto on Saturday evening
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sips ‘n Strokes of Cullman is packing up their paints and canvases for an on-site class at Ave Maria Grotto on Saturday evening at 5:00 p.m. The class, for budding artists, accomplished artists and everyone in between, will be taught by...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs collects summer wins over Decatur Heritage, Lawrence County
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Lady Eagles wrapped up their summer schedule with a pair of games at Cullman High School Thursday and they capped things off with a pair of wins. Cold Springs started with a 54-32 win over Decatur Heritage in...
Arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 21
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Pet of the Week: Treat yourself to Trixie!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Trixie!
According to Ruttkay, Trixie is an 2.5-3-year-old Terrier mix. She is a medium energy gal who finds comfort in the presence of her favorite people. She...
‘Never give up and strive for your goals’: Elijah Guyton recaps his Aggie years
FAIRIVEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview kicker Elijah Guyton, who will continue his academic and athletic career at the University of West Alabama.
Elijah put in a lot of hard work over his years at Fairview and made a lot of...
‘Together in 1 House’—showcasing the musical soul of Alabama
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Civic Center is soon to host the songwriter showcase “Together in 1 House,” presented by David Vest with E320 Productions and Kimberly Nicholson with Nashville’s ArtistUp. The lineup of favorite local artists including Jesse Priest, and indy artists Justin...
Kremlin announces refusal to honor Geneva Convention with two Alabamian detainees
Two Alabamian veteran volunteers in the Ukrainian war, Andy Tai Ngoc Huynh, of Hartselle, and Alexander John Robert Drueke, of Tuscaloosa, were taken by the Russian forces near Kharkiv, approximately 25 miles from the border with Russia.
Huynh, 27, a Marine veteran, and Drueke, 39,...
Obituary: Michael Eugene Johnson
Michael Eugene Johnson, age 65, of Bremen, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. Michael was born December 24, 1956, in Cullman, Alabama to Roy E. and Carolyn Faye May Johnson. He worked for over 40 years and retired as a Critical Care...
Obituary: Cindy Gail Yearwood Steele
Cindy Gail Yearwood Steele, 61, of Addison, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at her home.
Cindy was born on June 16, 1961, in Cullman, Alabama.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Bellview Heights...
