Obituary: Sebastian Elias Grant
Celebrating the Joyful Spirit of Sebastian Elias Grant
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sebastian Elias Grant, the beloved one-year-old...
Obituary: John Tillman Newman Jr.
John Tillman Newman, Jr. passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. There are no services planned...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison collects wins over Meek, East Lawrence
ARLEY, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Bulldogs traveled to Arley to participate in a tri-meet with the 4A East Lawrence Lady Eagles and 1A area...
TVA STEM Grant opportunity for Cullman teachers – applications close Sept....
CULLMAN, Ala. - Teachers at public or private K-12 schools served by Cullman Power Board can apply for a Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) STEM...
Obituary: April Marie Buxton
April Marie Buxton, age 50, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. There will be a memorial service in her honor, on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 4 p.m. at Seventh Street Church. Visitation will be held at the church prior to the service, from 3-4 p.m. There will be a private graveside service the following week.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
April was born April 2, 1974, to Larry Buxton and Shelia Marlane Jennings Baker, in Decatur, Alabama.
She was preceded in death by her father, Larry Buxton; grandparents, Ed and Louise Buxton and Charles and Bessie Jennings.
She is survived by her mother, Shelia Jennings Baker; her stepfather, Rick Baker; her brother, Michael Baker; her twin sister, Joy Ellis; and nephew, Ethan Ellis.
April’s family would like to thank the wonderful and caring nurses and staff with Cullman Regional Hospice, who were there for them during this difficult time. If anyone would like to donate to Cullman Regional Hospice in April’s memory, the family would be very grateful and honored.
Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.cullmanfuneralhome.com
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Vinemont sweeps tri-match with Hanceville, Falkville
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Lady Eagles hosted a tri-match against Hanceville and Falkville Tuesday night and the Eagles earned wins in both their matches....
Cullman Electric Cooperative and CoBank award $20K to local nonprofits
CULLMAN, Ala. - Last week, two Cullman County’s nonprofits were awarded generous checks totaling $20,000 from Cullman Electric Cooperative (CEC) and CoBank’s Sharing Success...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 10, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 10, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Jones Chapel Community Day sees large turnout
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department (JCVFD) hosted its annual Community Day on Sunday, Sept. 8.
JCVFD’s Lindsey Bryant said, “Almost...
Bernard Blues and BBQ draws crowds
CULLMAN, Ala. – This past weekend marked the eighth annual Bernard Blues and BBQ festival hosted by St. Bernard Abbey and Preparatory School.
Each day...
Local law enforcement discuses school safety
CULLMAN, Ala. – At a high school in Winder, Georgia, (near Atlanta) on Sept. 4, the AP reported, “A 14-year-old student opened fire at...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 9, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 9, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman City Schools operate under ‘heightened awareness’ due to potential threat
Updated Sept. 9, 2024, at 7:25 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools operated “under heightened awareness” Monday due to a possible threatening social media...
Duck hunters should take advantage of this year’s special teal season
Although overall duck numbers are up in the latest Waterfowl Breeding Population and Habitat Survey, those waterfowlers who hunt the special teal season better...
Holly Pond man killed in I-65 wreck
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Holly Pond man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:40 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, on Interstate 65 North.
Alabama...
Obituary: Kermit Clelie Kilgo
Funeral services for Kermit Clelie Kilgo, will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 11th at Kenny Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service in...
Guy Hunt Library to host Used Book Market
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Hoping to draw more traffic to the library, the Guy Hunt Library in Holly Pond will hold its first and,...
Cullman County Youth Football week 2 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week two of the 2024 youth football season is now over, and there were some intriguing games that went on around...
‘Chirding’ at Sportsman Lake: Third Sunday birding and worship event Sept....
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m., Sportsman Lake Park will host the Third Sunday Bird Sunday event, located at the...
Files from yesteryear: 1916, 1920
From the files of 1916
W. Tom Vandiver spent Monday in Birmingham.
The Honorable George Parker spent Wednesday at Brilliant.
A dance was enjoyed at the Growlers...








































