Obituary: Carolyn Elizabeth Thompson
Funeral services for Carolyn Elizabeth Thompson, 87, will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Blair Congregational Methodist Church, with interment in adjoining cemetery, Bro. Tim Holder and Tim Kelly officiating. The...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 21, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 21, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 17
assault; Self Ave. NE
burglary;...
FAITH: ‘It’s truly incredible to be surrounded by so many Godly people’: Cold Springs’...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Cheyenne Bishop will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she talked about her faith, starting with a couple of her favorite Bible verses that...
Auburn’s Faulk, Coleman lead 6 Tigers on Preseason All-SEC teams
AUBURN, Ala. – Receiver Cam Coleman and defensive lineman Keldric Faulk have been voted to the 2025 Preseason Media Days All-SEC First-Team, two of six Tigers earning recognition, the Southeastern Conference announced Friday.
Joining Coleman and Faulk on the All-SEC Team...
Alabama players earn 11 spots on preseason All-SEC teams
ATLANTA – The University of Alabama football team earned 11 spots on the 2025 Preseason All-SEC Team, the league office announced Friday. In addition, the Crimson Tide was selected to finish third overall in the...
COLUMN: From dinosaurs to devils
Continued from www.cullmantribune.com/2025/07/14/column-we-made-it-to-north-dakota
We visited two dinosaur museums on our trip. My favorite was Montana’s Glendive Dinosaur and Fossil Museum, which presents the dinosaur from a biblical perspective. There we saw a giant Tyrannosaurus rex...
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts 25th class
CULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms was packed with friends, family, former teammates and coaches, old rivals and more Saturday night to celebrate the induction of the Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame’s 25th...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The House on Biscayne Bay’ by Chanel Cleeton
Chanel Cleeton is the author of several novels centered around the Hispanic culture. My favorites are “Next Year in Havana” and “The Last Train to Key West.” “The House on Biscayne Bay” is an enjoyable read....
Library board meeting notes: July 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board met Friday, approving financial reports, discussing ongoing projects and recognizing the success of ongoing programs.
The library’s financial statements were approved, and the board said the...
Wallace State hosts CyberPatriot Camp to inspire future cybersecurity leaders
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Computer Science program recently introduced local students to the dynamic world of cybersecurity through an AFA CyberPatriot Camp, co-hosted by the college and the North Central Alabama...
Files from Yesteryear: July 19, 1945
From the files of July 10, 1945
Etha News
The Rev. Roosevelt Pepper is supplying the pulpit at Shady Grove. Rev. C. E. Rush supplied his pulpit there last Sunday night.
Miss Ora Herrin is visiting Mrs....
Obituary: Ruben Douglas Smith
Ruben Douglas Smith, lovingly known as “Doug” by his grandchildren, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, at the age of 79.
Doug was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He cherished his family above...
Obituary: Fred Marston Hale
Fred Marston Hale, age 79, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on July 14, 2025. He was born in Alabama on May 5, 1946, John William and Rebbie C. Hale.
Fred was a proud member of...
Obituary: James “Jimmy” Quick
Funeral Service for James "Jimmy" Quick is Monday, July 21, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Dennis Trimble and Clint Lee officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, July 20, 2025, from...
Free workshop to focus on fall and winter grazing strategies for livestock – Aug....
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Cooperative Extension System will host its Cool-Season Grazing Management Workshop on Thursday, August 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Cullman County Extension Office. The event is part...
Wallace State Nursing named Center of Excellence for 3rd time
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education has once again been named a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing (NLN). The program was the first college...
Cold Springs FCCLA shines at 2025 National Leadership Conference
BREMEN, Ala. - From July 4–10, 2025, Cold Springs High School proudly represented Alabama at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) National Leadership Conference (NLC) in Orlando, Florida. Students Savannah Bischoff,...
Kreps retires from Cullman Housing Authority board
CULLMAN, Ala. – After 17 years, Rickey Kreps retires from the board of the Cullman Housing Authority.
Executive Director Marquisha Griffin said Kreps served on the board from 2008-2025, and was the chair of the...
Forum focuses on improvements at East Side Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism on Thursday hosted a special community forum at the OmniPlex to gather input on the future of East Side Park, which is located about half...
Obituary: Dwight Edward Phillips
Dwight Edward Phillips, age 57, of St Augustine, Florida passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Dwight was born February 9, 1968, in Covington, KY to Thelbert Dwight and Janet Agnes Price Phillips.
Dwight loved...
Obituary: Linda Lou Boylen
Linda Boylen was born on December 16, 1947 and was joined with open arms by her husband on July 17, 2025. She was married to Gorden Boylen at the age of 16, and stayed...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 18, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 18, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
FAITH: ‘He will never leave you stranded’: Cold Springs’ Baylee McKendree reflects on relationship...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Baylee McKendree will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith and relationship with God, starting with her favorite verse that has...
Pet of the Week: Meet Della, the gentle giant with a heart of gold
CULLMAN, Ala. – Della is the kind of dog who doesn’t need to announce herself; her gentle spirit speaks volumes the moment you meet her.
This 2-year-old Great Pyrenees/Great Dane mix, The Cullman Tribune Pet...
Areas of rain today with heat next week
Rainbands will occur across the state today, beginning in the southern half this morning and spreading to the northern half later this morning or afternoon. Localized flooding may occur in spots.
Especially across south Alabama...
What to know about Alabama black bears
The following information was taken from www.outdooralabama.com/black-bear/alabama-black-bears.
Historically, Alabama’s black bear population only occurred in the southwest portion of the state, primarily in Mobile, Washington and Clarke counties. The bears of this region of the state...
Obituary: Gloria Jean Reynolds
Gloria Jean Reynolds, age 84, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025.
Gloria is survived by her sister Gail Wallace; her sons Mike (Amy) Williams, Danny (Cindy) Williams, her grandchildren Chelsey Williams...
Obituary: Patricia Joan Skinner Kerr
Patricia Joan Skinner Kerr, age 76, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025. She was born in Texas on December 7, 1948.
Patricia is preceded in death by her father James Thomas...
Obituary: Ryker Michael Lynn Turney
Funeral Service for Ryker Michael Lynn Turney, age 1 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Daniel Medders officiating; burial at Crossroads Cemetery....
Obituary: Charles Ervin Quattlebaum
Charles E. Quattlebaum, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at the age of 86.
Born on April 12, 1939, Charles proudly served his country with two years in...
Obituary: Stephen Mark Joiner
A Celebration of Life service for Stephen Mark Joiner, 65, of Vinemont, will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 28, 2025, at West Point Baptist Church.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr....
FAITH: ‘Start giving thanks to God every day’: Good Hope’s Kloe White discusses her...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope High School's Kloe White will be a junior in August, and in this interview, she discussed the role that God has played in her life, starting with a...
Smith Lake Veterinary Hospital officially open
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Smith Lake Veterinary Hospital opened its doors to the public on Saturday, June 28, for its grand opening.
Veterinarian and Owner Morgan White and her husband Daniel White said they welcomed...
Cullman Swim Team places 2nd at ARPA District Meet
MADISON, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team placed second out of nine teams at the ARPA District II Swim Meet held last weekend in Madison. CST collected several medals after an excellent performance and will now compete at...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 17, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 17, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 14
forgery; CR 542
cruelty to...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: July 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met Tuesday morning for its regular meeting to discuss facility updates, staffing and student programming that will impact the upcoming school year.
The board reported that Wayne...
‘Your Voice, Your Home’: Cullman Housing Authority event July 23
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Housing Authority will hold a Community Conversations event on Wednesday, July 23, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Hilltop Community Center. It’s an event designed for residents.
CHA Executive Director Marquisha...
Myrex and Hollingsworth likely headed to runoff Aug. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - Republicans Cindy Myrex and Clint Hollingsworth are likely headed for a runoff, as neither topped 50% of the vote in the Tuesday, July 15, Primary for Alabama House District 12. Myrex...
Obituary: Edward Dudley Boike
Edward Dudley Boike, 84, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, with his devoted and loving wife, Evelyn, by his side.
Born on April 24, 1941, in Cullman, Alabama, Ed graduated from...
Obituary: Wiley Lee Bibb
Wiley Lee Bibb, age 74, of Prattville Alabama, passed away on Saturday July 12, 2025. His passing was quick and peaceful.
Wiley was born on October 11, 1950, to Tracey and Clezzell Bibb. During his...
Obituary: Marie Juanita Childers
Funeral services for Marie Juanita Childers, 85, of Simpsonville, SC will be 12 p.m. Saturday July 19th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Paul Campbell will officiate services. Visitation will be Saturday July 19th...
Obituary: Jennifer Leigh Mead
Jennifer Leigh Mead, age 49 of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Cullman Regional. She was born September 12, 1975, to Johnny Lee Mead, Jr. and Carol Evans Mead.
Services will...
Obituary: Charles C. Price
Charles (Charlie) Price, age 82 of Hartselle, AL, passed away peacefully at his home on July 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and daughter. Charles was a devoted husband, father, Papa and friend....
Arrests and Incidents reported July 16, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 16, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
FAITH: ‘He can bring peace, even in the darkest times’: Cold Springs’ Ally Finley...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs' Ally Finley will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she talks about her faith and the role that God has played in her life, starting with...
Good Hope Council approves annexation, certifies election of 3 council members
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting Monday night and got things started with the certification of three council members.
Eric Phillips (Place 2), Greg Brown (Place 4)...
COLUMN: A letter from my dog
Hey Joe!
This is your dog, Roscoe. It’s hard to believe it’s been over six years since you picked us up from the side of the highway. That’s a real long time for us, so...
Cullman City Council recognizes achievements of East Elementary archery team
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday presented a resolution of commendation to each member and coach of East Elementary School’s archery team for their achievements during the last school year in...
Heat advisory today with potential tropical activity
A Heat Advisory is in effect today from 10 AM- 7 PM across portions of western and northern Alabama. Head Index values will range between 103-108. Limit outdoor activity. If outdoors, stay in shaded...
‘Learning doesn’t stop in the summer’
Governor Kay Ivey visits STEM camp at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools (CCS) and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) teamed up to host a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math)...
Obituary: Talmage Anthony Townson
Talmage Anthony Townson, age 66, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away July 12, 2025. He was born in Decatur, Alabama on March 6, 1959.
Talmage is preceded in death by his parents AB Talmage and Bertha...
Obituary: Joy Lucille Gainer
Joy Lucille Gainer, age 86, of Horton, Alabama passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025. Joy was born in Cherry Grove, WV, to the late Sam and Ethel Bennett Warner.
Joy was a faithful Christian...
Obituary: Hector Sergio Ortiz Garza
Héctor Sergio Ortiz Garza, de 52 años, de Cullman, Alabama, falleció el sábado 12 de julio de 2025.
Esposo de Belén Degollado Ortiz Mireles
Un padre de 4 hijas
Karla Katia Kayla Kenya
Abuelo de 3 nietos Hector...
Obituary: Donna Gay Creel
Mrs. Donna Gay White Creel was called home to be with her boys again on July 11, 2025, at age 84.
Donna was born on June 22,1941 to Elmer J. White and Autumn Leeola Parrish...
‘There but for the grace of God, go I’
3 graduate from Cullman County Drug Court
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Drug Court recently had several participants of its program graduate.
Cullman County District Judge Chad Floyd said he is very proud of the accomplishments...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 15, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 15, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
FAITH: ‘He loves you, so let Him take care of you’: Cold Springs’ Baylee...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Baylee Perdue will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith and how much her parents and friends have helped her during...
Cullman City Council honors guests, reports quarterly financials
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council worked through a full agenda while welcoming a large group of guests to city hall on Monday evening. In attendance, longtime Cullman developer and businessman Roy Drinkard...
Alabama’s 20th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday set for July 18–20, 2025
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama families can save money on back-to-school essentials during the state’s 20th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, which begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 18, and runs through midnight on...
ALDOT to close I-65 northbound Tuesday night for bridge repair
ALDOT plans to close part of I-65 northbound Tuesday night for a bridge repair near Lacon in Morgan County.
Starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, northbound I-65 traffic will detour to US-31 at Exit...
Obituary: Annie Irene Graham
Funeral service for Annie Irene Graham will be Wednesday, July 16th with visitation.
She was born to Dumas Halen Phillips and Annie Onilla Veal Phillips, September 16th, 1930. Annie past from this world to...
Obituary: Kenneth Arch Glasscock
Kenneth A. Glasscock was born April 1, 1930, to Arch and Mary Susan King Glasscock, the youngest of six children. He passed away July 13, 2025, at Westminster Assisted Living.
He was raised on the...
Obituary: Onzelle [Dale] Hays Duren
Onzelle Hays Duren 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep Thursday July 10th, 2025, at her home in the New Hope community near Holly Pond Alabama. A graveside service will be held Saturday...
Obituary: Lisa Ann Sandlin
Funeral service for Lisa Ann Sandlin, 62, of Falkville will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Powell’s Chapel Cemetery, Bro. Dennis Shadix officiating. Visitation...
Obituary: Benny Dale Strong
Benny was born to Howard and Norma Strong of the Fairview community on June 20, 1950. He passed away peacefully at the Colonel Robert L. Howard Veterans Home in Pell City on July 11,...
Gudger announces $24K in grant funding for Gold Ridge community
GOLD RIDGE, Ala. - Senate President Pro Tempore Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, announced Saturday during the monthly breakfast sponsored by the Gold Ridge Volunteer Fire Department that he has secured $24,000 in grant funding for...
Obituary: Gregory Dion Graves
Memorial services for Gregory Dion Graves, 61, of Hanceville, will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, July 19th at Refuge Church, Bro. Greg Leipert officiating. The family will receive friends from 12-2 p.m. before the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 14, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 14, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 10
violation of domestic violence...
CCBOE adding 5 First-Class Pre-K classrooms this fall
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman County Schools is adding additional Pre-K classroom space to the district, thanks to state grants as part of the First Class PreK program. Governor Kay Ivey announced the grant winners...
COLUMN: We made it to North Dakota
Continued from www.cullmantribune.com/2025/07/06/column-south-dakota-is-amazing
Almost 221 years ago, in 1804, Lewis and Clark headed west under the commission of President Thomas Jefferson, to see what we had bought in the Louisiana Purchase. In the fall of...
Wallace State brings home gold and bronze from SkillsUSA competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College students returned from the 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference with three gold medals and two bronze medals.
“Competing — and winning — at the national level...
Obituary: Wynell Tankersley Thompson
Funeral service for Wynell Tankersley Thompson, age 84, of Vinemont, is Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 15, 2025, from 6 p.m....
Holly Pond’s Figueroa makes Adaptive Nationals debut
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond student Daniel Figueroa is in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to participate in Move United's The Hartford Nationals, his first Adaptive Nationals meet.
Figueroa said he is competing Sunday and Monday, running the 100-...
FAITH: ‘God is always waiting for you with open arms’: Holly Pond’s Bryanna Holloway...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly Pond High’s Bryanna Holloway will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith, and how much being saved helped her be a light to...
Marshall announces $11.7M for Alabama from 8 opioid drug makers
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Friday, July 11, announced Alabama's participation in a nationwide settlement with eight drug makers that manufactured opioid pills and worsened the nationwide opioid crisis. All...
VFW Auxiliary welcomes kids to first Summer Youth Program of the year
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Auxiliary held its first Summer Youth Program of the year on July 9, at Cullman VFW Post 2214.
Children participated in art projects and learned...
Vinemont Council certifies unopposed council seats, completes Walking Trail upgrades
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council convened with a packed crowd for its monthly meeting on July 8, with all council members in attendance.
The council got right to business as Town Clerk Kayecea...
Files from Yesteryear: July 12, 1934
From the files of July 12, 1934
Bees and Butterflies
Chal Morrow is spending a few days in Birmingham.
Miss Edna Graham of Logan, is spending a few days here as the guest of her parents, Mr....
Who’s paying whom? District 12 Special Election campaign finance reports
CULLMAN, Ala. – As the primary draws near for the special-called election to fill the seat of resigned Alabama House District 12 Rep. Corey Harbison, The Tribune took its usual look at the publicly...
‘It’s time to plan your space for you’
CPRST, city council host forum on future of Active Adult Center
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council made its way to a packed Donald E. Green Active Adult Center on Friday to discuss the...
Happy 105th birthday, Roy Drinkard!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman's Roy Drinkard, the oldest living United States Marine, turns 105 years old on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Friday joined other state and local leaders and friends...
Obituary: Lewis Dean Shelton
Lewis Dean Shelton, age 60, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on July 8, 2025. He was born in Alabama on January 30, 1965.
Lewis is preceded in death by his parents Willard O’neail and Eunice...
Obituary: Beth Calvert
Funeral Service tor Shelia Beth Calvert, age 55, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday July 13, 2025, at Moss Service Funeral Home; burial will be at Mt Hope Cemetery in Crane...
Obituary: Laurice Lasco Vaughn
Funeral services for Laurice Vaughn, 84, of Colony will be 2 p.m. Saturday July 19th at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church. Visitation will be Friday July 18th from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at Hanceville...
Obituary: Gary Duel Waldrep, II
A Celebration of Life for Gary Duel Waldrep, II, age 50 of Logan, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Center Hill Baptist Church located at 13108 county Road 747,...
Obituary: Eugene Delano Brown
Eugene Delano Brown, 85, of Cullman, passed away peacefully at his home on July 10, 2025. A Celebration of Life service will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to work...
Obituary: Sharon Jean Corley
Funeral services for Sharon Jean Corley, 72, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with interment in Flint Creek Baptist Cemetery, Justin Corley and Benny...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 11, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 11, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
FAITH: ‘It’s okay to stand out and show your love for Jesus’: Good Hope’s...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope High School’s Madison Green will be starting her junior year in August, and in this interview, she discussed her faith, and the role God has played in her...
West Point Baseball to host 7th Annual 4-Man Scramble Golf Tournament – July 26
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Point High School Baseball will host its 7th Annual 4-Man Scramble Golf Tournament on Saturday, July 26, at Cross Creek Golf Course. The event will begin with an 8 a.m....
Pet of the Week: Meet Evie, a pint-sized bundle of purrfection
CULLMAN, Ala. – Say hello to Evie, a 4-month-old domestic shorthair kitten with a whole lot of personality packed into his tiny frame. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Evie isn’t just sweet,...
FAITH: ‘I want to be a leader for kids and lean them towards God’:...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Macie Huffstutler will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she discussed her faith and how much God has changed her life, starting with a...
Cold Springs High School Band holds fundraiser at Johnny’s Barbershop
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Cold Springs High School Royal Blue Band held a shrimp and crawfish boil to raise funds at Johnny’s Barbershop in Dodge City on a hot July 4.
Tickets were good...
Glover announces candidacy for Alabama House District 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – Matthew Glover in June announced his candidacy for Alabama House of Representatives District 12.
Election details
Gov. Kay Ivey set special election dates for Alabama House District 12. This seat was previously held...
Obituary: Earnestine “Shorty” Gaines
Earnestine "Shorty" Gaines, age 77 of Arley, passed away July 09, 2025, at her residence.
She was born October 18, 1947, to Richard and Athel Rivers. Shorty was a member of Kemp Baptist Church. She...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 7
theft of property; CR...
Fairview announces new mayor; Jack’s representatives meet with council
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Mayor Keith Henry commenced the monthly session of the Fairview Town Council on July 7, 2025, following an invocation led by Julie Grimes and the Pledge of Allegiance led by the...
Wallace State receives $2.5M for renovation, construction projects
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced it is the recipient of $2.5 million from the state legislature that will help pay for renovations to two buildings and assist with construction of...
Circle of Hope to host 18th Annual Shoot for a Cure 3D Archery Tournament...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Circle of Hope is set to host the 18th Annual Shoot for a Cure 3D Archery Tournament on Saturday and Sunday, July 12–13, at Camp David in Jones Chapel. The tournament...
Guthrie, Whitehead named 2025 Baileyton Citizen, Volunteer of the Year
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway commenced the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council on July 7, 2025. The meeting opened with an invocation led by Councilman Greg Griffin, then began with awards...
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Obituary: Edith Rena McNutt
Edith Rena McNutt, 55, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023, at her residence.
Rena was born on Sept. 26, 1967, in Haleyville,...
