Cullman TOPS offers hope for those struggling with weight management
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman chapter of Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) was started over 50 years ago with the mission of helping men and women in the area develop healthy lifestyles and manage their weight while developing a fellowship of compassionate friends, both...
Dover, Harbison, Day win library’s ocean-themed youth writing competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library hosted a youth writing competition for grades K-12 during its June Oceans of Possibilities Summer Learning Program. Winners were Leeland Patrick Dover, 7, with a seafaring story featuring Moby Dick; Scarlett Harbison, 10, with a story...
Fundraising goal met for Cullman’s new skatepark
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism (CPRST) on Thursday announced that its $100,000 fundraising goal for Cullman’s upcoming skatepark has been met and exceeded thanks to the generosity of local benefactors including the Whitesell family, the Cullman Rotary Club and the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond drops season opener at Clements 48-34
CLEMENTS, Ala. – Holly Pond hit the road to kick off the 2022 season at Clements Friday night and after a slow first half, the Broncos were able to put some points on the board, but they couldn’t quite keep up with the Colts...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs tops Curry in season opener 36-14
BREMEN, Ala. – Curry visited the Cold Springs Eagles to kick off the 2022 season Friday night, but the Eagles were prepared for them. Cold Springs took control of the game early and sent the Yellow Jackets back home with a 36-14 loss. Friday...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont outraces Falkville in 46-40 shootout
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles kicked off the 2022 season on their home field against Falkville Friday night and they went back and forth with the Blue Devils in a season-opening shootout. After four quarters of fireworks, the Eagles were able to finish...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope edges West Point 6-0 in OT
WEST POINT, Ala. – Points were tough to come by in this Cullman County rivalry battle Friday night and four quarters weren’t enough to settle things between West Point and Good Hope. Finally, Raiders running back Kaleb Jones was able to find the endzone...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison falls in season opener at Winston County 29-8
DOUBLE SPRINGS, Ala. – The newly minted 1A Addison Bulldogs traveled 17 miles west to take on their archrival 2A Winston County Yellow Jackets at lovely, Malcolm Blake Memorial Stadium Friday night and I would not be surprised if animal cruelty charges are brought...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek kicks off season with 36-12 win over Maplesville
ARLEY, Ala. – The Tigers of Meek got the 2022 season started on their home field Friday night and they kicked things off with a win. Maplesville traveled to Arley to face off against the Tigers after winning 11 games a season ago, but...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls at Brewer 20-13
SOMERVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs opened up the 2022 season on the road Friday night and after taking an early lead over Brewer, the Patriots were able to answer and came from behind to top the Bulldogs 20-13.
After a scoreless opening quarter, the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman scores on final play to take season opener at Mars Hill 13-10
FLORENCE, Ala. – The Bearcats hit the road for their season opener at Mars Hill Friday night, looking to snap the Panthers’ 34-game home winning streak. The ‘Cats were kept off the board for the first three quarters, but a Preston Gray touchdown cut...
Obituary: Nellie Rae Smith Dixon
Nellie Rae Smith Dixon, age 86, of Holly Pond, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, August 17, 2022. Nellie was born September 4, 1935, in Pulaski, TN. to James and Betty Gallegy Smith. She is preceded in death by her husband: Hazen Cuyler Dixon; daughter:...
Obituary: Blake Lee Baker
Funeral Service for Blake Lee Baker, age 26, of Bremen, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, August 22, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, August 21, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Molly Elizabeth Hone
Memorial Service for Molly Elizabeth Hone, age 30, of Sumiton, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 27, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ms. Hone...
CCSO recovers stolen vehicle, 2 arrested after pursuit
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies on Friday recovered a possible stolen vehicle after a vehicle pursuit.
Deputies recognized the vehicle from an earlier BOLO from Morgan County and attempted to stop the vehicle, at which time the driver fled in the...
St. Bernard opens school with service of commitment and blessing
CULLMAN, Ala. - It was a moment of wonder and excitement mixed with a bit of emotional anxiety as 136 students at Saint Bernard Preparatory School made their way to the Abbey Church on the opening day of school. In addition to the United...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 19
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 19, 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
August 15
theft of property-4th degree; Walmart; Hwy 157; general merchandise; $181
August 16
theft...
Cullman County man killed in crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County man was killed in a single-vehicle crash at approximately midnight on Friday, Aug. 19.
According to an Alabama State Trooper spokesperson, Blake Lee Baker, 26, of Bremen, was fatally injured when the 2020 Toyota Corolla he was driving left...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests this week, including:
Monday, Aug. 15
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Garden City area. Ronald Lee Mickle, 43, of Hayden, was identified as the driver.
A subsequent search of the vehicle allegedly yielded...
‘Bees are just fascinating’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Amateur beekeeper Bill Grimmett started beekeeping in 2017 as a way to fill his time after retirement. Now, he wants to share his passion for honeybees. His 26 colonies are scattered in hives along the edges of his property along with his...
Victim Services forms Sexual Assault Task Force
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman’s newly formed Sexual Assault Task Force (SATF) held its first official meeting recently. The mission of the task force is to facilitate and support a collaborative, victim-centered approach to the prevention and response to adult sexual assault...
Commission approves recommendation of outside attorney
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday went into executive session with Cullman County Attorney Emily Johnston to discuss “possible or pending litigation.” Upon returning from the session, the commission voted to approve the recommendation of outside attorney Hope Hicks. Details of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview races past Columbia on the road 51-0
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies traveled north to Milton Frank Stadium for a matchup with Columbia Thursday night and they handled the Eagles 51-0 to get the season started 1-0.
The season got off to a great start when Fairview took the opening drive...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab kicks off season with 47-14 win at Albertville
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – The Arabian Knights kicked off the 2022 season at Albertville Thursday night and they got things started with a dominant performance against the Aggies. Arab’s defense smothered Albertville most of the night and the Knights put up big numbers on the...
Obituary: Teddy Keith Raley
Teddy Keith Raley, age 86 of Double Springs, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at Hendrix Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born December 12, 1935, to Roy Edward and Coray Myrtle Raley. Teddy started to work for the United States Postal Service in the...
Obituary: Matthew Earl Hale
Matthew Earl Hale, age 47 of Hanceville passed away on Monday, August 15, 2022. He was born on February 11, 1975, in Cullman, Alabama to Fred Larry Hale and Judy Miller Hale.
He is survived by his parents, Larry and Judy Hale; sons: Daxton and...
Obituary: Charles A. Brown
Memorial Service for Charles A. Brown, age 77, of Cullman, will be at 6 p.m. on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5-6 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Brown...
Obituary: Robert Wayne Maxfield
Robert Wayne Maxfield, age 76, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at Cullman Regional. He was born August 19, 1945, in Kentucky to J.C. Williams and Edith Brown.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife: Linda Gail Maxfield;...
Obituary: Charles B.J. Aycock
Funeral Service for Charles B.J. Aycock, age 82, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, August 21, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jimmy Howard officiating; interment in Bethsadia Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, August 20, 2022,...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Good Hope sweeps tri-match with West Point, Carbon Hill
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders hosted a tri-match with West Point and Carbon Hill Thursday afternoon and ended up sweeping both teams to open the season with a pair of wins.
Good Hope 25 - West Point 16 (First Set)
West Point...
West Point making improvements to ballpark
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday approved the allocation of up to $85,000 for the installation of LED lights at ball fields one, two and four. LED Capital installed lights at field three as a preview. The lights can...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) had an eventful week with multiple drug-related arrests that stemmed from warrants and/or traffic stops.
On Monday, Aug. 8, CCSO deputies picked up Byron Timothy Addison, 47, of Cullman, from the Covington County Jail.
He was transported...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 18
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 18, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 15
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Co. Rd. 52menacing; Co. Rd. 747domestic violence; Hwy 31unauthorized...
City school board honors Britton
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board ran through a lengthy agenda late Monday afternoon at its regular board meeting. The robust agenda brought no discourse among the board members, with all items passing unanimously. The highlight of the meeting was the proclamation...
East Elementary wins 1st-place Cullman County PALS Clean Campus Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School (EES) recently earned a first-place Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) Clean Campus Award. The Clean Campus program includes city and county schools and involves not only keeping a campus clean, but also beautification and environmental...
Obituary: Johnnie Kimbrough
Johnnie Kimbrough, age 59 of Haleyville, passed away Sunday, August 14, 2022, at Lakeland Community Hospital.
He was born on July 23, 1963, in Haleyville, Alabama to Kenneth Kimbrough and Barbara Jean Kelly Kimbrough.
Visitation will be held at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville from noon...
Obituary: Rosemary Mann
Memorial Service for Rosemary Mann, age 60, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Samuel Tucker officiating. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Frances Marie Smith
Frances Marie Smith sadly passed away July 12, 2022, at her home after a short battle with CNS lymphoma. Francie was born December 9, 1955, in Bridgeton, New Jersey. She and her parents moved to Michigan shortly after, where Francie lived a full, loving,...
Obituary: Sarah Diane Calvert
Sarah Diane "Ann" Calvert, age 78, of Cullman passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2022. She was born November 5, 1943.
She is survived by her brother, Dan Calvert.
No services are planned at this time.
CHS Football field named in honor of Coach Mark Britton
CULLMAN, Ala. – After helping lead the Bearcats to a school-record 137 wins, two undefeated regular seasons and the most successful seven-year run in program history (2007-13) during his 17-year tenure, former Cullman High School Head Football Coach Mark Britton was recognized and honored...
86th annual Cullman Electric Cooperative meeting set for Sept. 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 86th annual meeting of Cullman Electric Cooperative (EC) is scheduled for Sept. 17, 2022, at Northbrook Baptist Church. For the first time since 2019, the annual meeting will be held with all of its usual activities, starting at 8 a.m....
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 17
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 17, 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
August 11
theft of property-4th degree; Walmart; Olive St. S.W; bedding; $118
August 15
theft...
‘Enjoy every moment’: Fairview’s Emma Garcia ready for senior season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Last season was another solid one for the Fairview Lady Aggie basketball team as they finished with an 18-13 record. They clinched the runner-up spot in the area championship game and added another trip to Sub-Regionals to their resume. Emma Garcia is...
St. Paul’s celebrates students, new year
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School on Saturday hosted a back-to-school bash for students. Young scholars enjoyed snacks, lunch and bouncing about on inflatables.
Pastor Richard Gaub, a new addition to the St. Paul’s family, shared, “This was our back-to-school bash. It’s our way...
‘We’re here for the entire community’: VFW hosts events year round
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, members of Cullman’s Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 hosted a back-to-school bash for not only post members’ children, but also all students in Cullman and the surrounding areas. Children played on water-filled inflatables and ran freely while eating...
Cullman County Cornhole Club hosting benefit for Victim Services
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Cornhole Club will host a benefit cornhole tournament Saturday, Aug. 27, in the Cullman Middle School gymnasium to raise funds for Victim Services of Cullman. Registration will be from 10:30-11:30a.m. and bags will fly at noon.
The Social Division...
Obituary: Jimmie Ray Rodgers
Funeral service for Jimmie Ray Rodgers, 82, of Odenville, formerly of Cullman will be at 11 a.m., Friday, August 19, 2022, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Duck Creek Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be Thursday evening at the funeral...
Obituary: Michael Loren Carr
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Michael Loren Carr, 58, of Crane Hill.
Mr. Carr passed away Monday, August 15, 2022, at CRMC. He was born June 1, 1964, to Paul and Barbara Ann Tompkins Carr. He was a retired welder. He loved...
Obituary: Fayrene H. Chambers
Fayrene H. Chambers, 91 of Double Springs, passed away on Monday, August 15, 2022, at her residence.
Fayrene was born on September 18, 1930, in Moulton, Alabama to Arthur Edward Harris and Lillie Leola Folsom Harris. She was a member of The Rock Family Worship...
Obituary: Dana Quick West
Dana Quick West, age 51 of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2022. She was born in Cullman, Alabama on January 4, 1971. She was a member of Eastside Baptist Church; the owner of Betty’s Janitorial Services and was known to many as...
Obituary: Vernon Lee Whittier Jr.
Vernon Lee “V.L.” Whittier, Jr., year, died Thursday, August 11, 2022, in Cullman, AL. He was born September 17, 1929, in Leesburg, FL, the son of Vernon Lee Whittier, Sr. and Cornelia Pearl (Conner) Whittier.
V.L. graduated from Vero Beach High School, Class of 1947....
Obituary: Armando Anthony DeMarco Sr.
Armando Anthony DeMarco Sr. of Cullman, Alabama passed peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Sunday, August 14, 2022.
Armando best known as Mony, was a beloved husband, father and grandfather.
Armando was born October 29, 1931, in Cleveland, Ohio where he resided for many...
CHS to name field in honor of Mark Britton
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School is honoring one of its most successful football coaches in history right where he made a whole lot of that history in the first place.
The field at Oliver Woodard Stadium is set to be named Mark Britton Field,...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 16, 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
August 11
unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; Olive St. S.W; backpack and...
U.S. Sniper Seth Swalve signs with Hemel Storm
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD, HERTFORDSHIRE, -- Hemel Storm are delighted to announce that we have completed the signing of US guard Seth Swalve from Gtuni, a Georgian A-League side.
Swalve arrives in Hemel following a successful season in Georgia, he averaged 12.5 points a game, shooting 53.2%...
Cullman County Youth Football season set to kick off Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The 2022 Cullman County Youth Football season is upon us once again and nine local teams will tee it up and kick things off Saturday morning. They’ll compete for two months before the regular seasons concludes and the top four teams...
‘Lessons from an Invisible Child’
CULLMAN, Ala. - In preparation for the 2022-23 academic year at St. Bernard Prep, all teachers and staff members recently spent three days in meetings, professional development and their classrooms, anticipating the arrival of more than 130 students.
Cullman’s nationally known speaker, Jenny Nolen, traveled...
Lakeside community hosts appreciation lunch for area military, emergency personnel
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Larry and Sandy Harris, owners of the scenic Smith Lake RV and Cabin Resort in Crane Hill, recently hosted a community appreciation event for area firefighters, first responders, EMTs and military personnel. Lunch was provided by residents of the community...
Pet of the Week: Trouble – he’s no trouble at all!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Trouble.
Trouble is a 2.5-3-year-old Jack Russell terrier mix who was previously named. Despite his name, he is only known to be a precious...
Multi-department Rock the South debriefing held
Updated 8/17/22
CULLMAN, Ala. - A multi-department Rock the South (RTS) debriefing was held Monday morning, with representatives from local and statewide law enforcement, emergency medical services and emergency management agencies ready to hash out what went well and identify areas for improvement going forward...
Obituary: Billy Ray Fanning
Billy “Cotton” Ray Fanning, age 85 of Hanceville passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2022, at his home. He was born on October 26, 1936, in Cullman to Herman and Annie Whaley Fanning. He was preceded in death by his wife: Gearldine Young Fanning;...
Obituary: James Henry Adcox
Funeral Service for James Henry Adcox, age 91, of Bremen, will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at Cullman First Baptist Church with Tom Richter officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30-10:00 a.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Dwaine “Parks” Duke Jr.
Dwaine “Parks” Duke Jr., age 63, moved to Heaven on Saturday, August 13, 2022. He was born March 5, 1959, in Birmingham, Alabama. Visitation will be Thursday, August 18, 2022, at 11:30am at Vinemont Baptist Church. Celebration of Life service follows at 12 noon...
Obituary: Nelda Codean Meigs
Nelda Codean Meigs, 76 of Sardis community, entered into rest on Sunday, August 14, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Codean was born on March 31, 1946, in Summit, Alabama to Cody and Mattie Gossett. She was a member of Sardis #2...
Obituary: Timothy David Martin
Timothy David Martin, 63 of Thach community, formerly of Double Springs, entered into rest on Sunday, August 14, 2022.
Tim was born on April 22, 1959, in Pompano Beach, Florida. He loved life and had a passion for gardening, especially vegetable and flowers. He was...
Obituary: Dalis Keith Barton
Dalis Keith Barton, 83 of Lynn, passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2022, at his residence.
Keith was born on August 17, 1938, in Lynn, AL to Alton Lee Barton and Lola Ethel Pendley Barton. He was a member of Lynn First Baptist Church. Mr....
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 15, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 11
theft of property; Co. Rd. 437 burglary; Co Rd. 535 harassment; Co. Rd. 703 theft of property;...
‘Share Jesus with my teammates’: Cold Springs’ Tucker Philbeck ready for senior season
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles have been hard at work preparing for the upcoming football season and senior quarterback Tucker Philbeck has already seen some positive momentum being to build within the team during the preseason.
"I thought it went great. It was...
Faith
CULLMAN, Ala. – Daystar Church recently announced a new initiative directed at parents who choose to have children in spite of hardships, or who need help when fostering or adopting children. The church issued this statement:
Daystar Church is launching a bold new initiative called...
Obituary: Brady Kilgo
Reverend Brady Kilgo, age 84 of Hanceville, entered the Heavenly Gates on Saturday, August 13, 2022. He was born on February 21, 1938, in Cullman to Ottis Frank Kilgo and Minnie Leonia Phillips Kilgo. Rev. Kilgo was a minister of the gospel for 42...
Obituary: James Edward Hornsby
Funeral service for James Edward Hornsby, 82, of Baileyton will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, August 16th, 2022, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Vinemont First Baptist Church Cemetery, Rev. John Garrison and Bro., Keith Whitley officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday at...
Obituary: Betty Hood
Betty Hood, age 73 of Haleyville, Alabama, entered into rest Saturday, August 13, 2022, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, Mississippi
Betty was born on June 18, 1949, in River Rouge, Michigan. Betty had a servant’s heart and was a care giver who loved her...
Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force welcomes new chairperson, secretary
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force recently named a new chairperson and new secretary. At its last meeting, Chairperson Kathy Wilson and Secretary Blakely Hopper stepped down. Wilson asked current members if anyone was willing to step into the roles,...
Files from yesteryear: 1920, 1934
From the files of 1920
Mr. Conrad Howard spent Saturday night with Professor J.D. Knight.
Mrs. Ella Doss and children spent Sunday with Mrs. James Sargent.
Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Canant spent Sunday with Mrs. T.J. McCombs.
Reverend Lewis Hall and wife, of Decatur, attended the funeral of...
WSCC Occupational Therapy Assistant program hosts pinning ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Graduates of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program at Wallace State Community College were recognized at a pinning ceremony during the final days of the summer semester.
Program director Laura Smith noted this was her first cohort in her three years at the...
1 killed in Hwy. 31 wreck south of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 31 south of the city Saturday evening at approximately 7:25.
A press release from Alabama State Troopers said Dana Quick West, 51, was fatally injured when the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox...
United Way Stuff the Bus campaign deemed record-breaking success
CULLMAN, Ala. - With over 24,000 school supplies donated and $250 donated to both the city and county school systems, the United Way of Cullman County’s 2022 Stuff the Bus campaign broke previous records through the generosity of donors throughout Cullman.
United Way Executive Director...
Obituary: Iris Isabell Warner
Iris Isabell Warner, age 84, of Union Grove, Alabama passed away on Friday, August 12, 2022. Iris was born May 24, 1938.
Iris is survived by her brothers: Charles Wikle, Calvin Wikle; her daughters: Peggy Phillips (Dusty), Debra Klotz; her grandchildren: Bobby Phillips, Melissa Montgomery...
Obituary: Bennie Wayne Cornelius
Bennie Wayne Cornelius, 72 of Double Springs, passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at his residence.
Bennie was born on April 26, 1950, in Haleyville, Alabama. He enjoyed spending time with his granddaughters and loved Alabama Football, hunting, fishing, and cutting timber.
Visitation will be...
Obituary: Kenneth Terry White
Kenneth Terry White, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on August 11, 2022, at the age of 59. Ken was born in Marshall County, Alabama, to Jerry and Alice Burks White on March 19, 1963.
Ken was a truck driver and welder for many years, and...
Obituary: Dorothy Elaine Maclin
Dorothy Elaine Maclin passed away on Friday, August 12, 2022, at Brookwood Medical Center. She was born Friday, March 7, 1952. in Spokane, WA to Edward (Ruth) Parmenter and Rachel Parmenter in a military family. When her mother passed away, at a young age...
Beginning farmers invited to tour J. Calvert Farms
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s Beginning Farmer Series serves to help new producers develop knowledge and critical skills so they can sustain and grow their farms using technical information, learning networks and other resources.
The series has many programs for increasing confidence...
‘Practice doesn’t make perfect, it makes improvement’: Good Hope’s Addyson Burgess preparing for upcoming season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders finished as runners-up in the area tournament and clinch a spot at the North Regional in 2022 and sophomore Addyson Burgess is excited to build on the momentum from last year and help her team...
Battery-powered chainsaws: Quiet but dangerous
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Many tool manufacturers are offering batteries as an alternative power source to gasoline in today’s market. Chainsaws are one of the newest pieces of equipment that are now utilizing rechargeable batteries. These newer chainsaws are often quieter and require less...
2nd Fridays come to a close for 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – The August edition of 2nd Fridays, hosted by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, Cullman Downtown Merchants Association and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST), closed out this year’s series of events Friday evening. With thousands of visitors filling First...
Pet of the Week: Edith – your new best friend forever
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Edith.
Edith is a trim 1.5-2-year-old terrier mix who does not understand why she is at the shelter and appears lonely. The quiet, shy...
Obituary: Bobby Elam Billings
Bobby Elam Billings, 67, of Cullman passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. He was born February 28, 1955, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to Philmon Eugene and Mamie Ruth Smith Billings.
Bobby is survived by his sister: Diane (Robert)...
Obituary: Manuel Renteria Perez
A Funeral Mass for Manuel Renteria Perez, 58, of Cullman will be Monday, August 15, 2022, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ Catholic Church. P. Raul Ramirez will officiate the service. The visitation will be Sunday Night, August 14, 2022, from 5 -7p.m. at...
Resource event for special needs families Aug. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - TheraPlay Pediatric Sensory Gym of Cullman will host an event that brings therapeutic service providers together for an informational session for children with mental or physical disabilities and their parents or caregivers. Connect Cullman County will be held at The Little...
ALEA soars into America’s Best-Looking Cruiser Contest featuring legacy of Tuskegee Airmen
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Each year the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) joins fellow highway patrol and state police organizations across the nation to vie for the top spot in the American Association of State Trooper’s (AAST) “Best-Looking Cruiser” contest. Photos are chosen through popular...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 12, 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
August 5
August 10
August 11
Arrests
August 11
Dean, Michelle L; 45
theft of property-4th degree
Farley, Joseph...
Vinemont sets BBQ cook-off for Oct. 22
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday evening set the date for the barbecue cook-off proposed by Richard Neese last month to support The Butcher Meat Co. The event will take place Saturday, Oct. 22, the same day as the Alabama vs....
‘Be the best version of you that you can be’: Jayda White discusses her time at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Hanceville volleyball and softball player, Jayda White. Jayda was able to make a lot of great memories on and off the field and the court in her time at Hanceville.
"My favorite sports memories were...
Wallace State earns Apprenticeship Ambassador designation from US Department of Labor
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College has been selected as an Apprenticeship Ambassador by the United States Department of Labor.
The Department of Labor’s newly announced Apprenticeship Ambassador Initiative seeks to create a national network of employers, labor organizations, industry association, program sponsors, educators,...
Cullman’s Hayes 1 of 3 finalists in nationwide organic gardening competition
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Kelly Hayes, a second-grade teacher at West Elementary School and owner of Urban Farm and Forage, is one of three finalists in the nationwide Johnny Appleseed Organic Invitational.
“When I found out we had made it to the final three in...
Obituary: Thomas Edward Greenhaw
Funeral Service for Thomas Edward Greenhaw, age 87, of Vinemont, will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Mr. Greenhaw passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at The Folsom Center. He was born September 27, 1934, to...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 11, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 8
domestic violence, trespassing; Co. Rd. 1082unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hickory Ave. S.W.theft of...
‘There’s no place like home’
COLONY, Ala. - The Town of Colony hosted Colony Day Saturday, Aug. 6. Colony Day is a celebration steeped in the town’s history, with many former residents returning for fellowship and remembrance. It began generations ago, then over the years became less frequent, and...
Cullman PD holds in-house Rock the South debriefing
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department (CPD) on Wednesday held an in-house debriefing, reviewing the good, the bad and the ugly of last weekend’s Rock the South (RTS) music festival and the CPD’s coverage. This was only the first of the debriefings, the...
‘I just want to become the best cheerleader I can be’: Cold Springs’ McKinna Duke looking forward to senior year
BREMEN, Ala. -- Senior cheerleader McKinna Duke is ready for her final cheer season at Cold Springs, and she feels blessed to be able cheer alongside a great group of girls. She has helped the younger cheerleaders get better every day and has enjoyed...
