Harmful TikTok spreading through the public school system
CULLMAN, Ala. - TikTok “challenges” can often be some of the quickest trending content on social media, whether harmless or harmful, and the latest creation is no different. The “devious licks challenge” is actively...
Berlin Town Council addresses two recent vacancies
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council Meeting was held on Monday evening and began with the declaration of two vacancies on the Council.
Mayor Patrick Bates stated, “Jimbo Quick’s seat is now vacant, as...
Apple adventures at the North Alabama Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex visited the Cullman County Public Library Tuesday with their Apple Adventures program for the library’s preschool students. Agriplex aims to hold programs once a month with the...
NASA statement on National Aerospace Week
WASHINGTON D.C. - The following is a statement from NASA Administrator Bill Nelson on National Aerospace Week, hosted by Aerospace Industries Sept. 13-17. This week recognizes innovations from aerospace manufacturers, suppliers and workforce.
“As we...
Wallace State receives $23,000 from Appalachian Regional Commission’s POWER Initiative
HANCEVILLE, Ala. —Wallace State Community College’s Prepping the Talent Pipeline for Economic Growth and Diversification Planning Project was awarded $23,191 by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). The project will assess the current and projected...
Obituary: Derrol King Burney Sr.
Derrol King Burney Sr., age 75, of Falkville, died Monday September 13, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Clifford and Virginia Burney; wife: Linda Shoemake Burney; son: Marty Burney; brother: Steve Burney...
Obituary: Phyllis Kent Banister
Funeral service for Phyllis Kent Banister, 63, of Cullman will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m....
Obituary: Doyle Bruce Love
Doyle Bruce Love, age 87, passed away on September 12, 2021, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born in Cullman County, Alabama on September 2, 1934 to Marlin Elmer Love and Venora Yeager...
Obituary: Nancy Lucille Edwards
Funeral services for Nancy Lucille Edwards of Hanceville will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Union Church Cemetery in the Walter community, with Reverend...
Obituary: Helen Hodge Burleson
Helen Hodge Burleson, age 82, of Haleyville, passed away September 16, 2021 at Rose Manor in Haleyville.
As per Mrs. Burleson’s wishes, no public service will be held.
Helen is survived by her daughters: Mitzie (David)...
Obituary: Dustin Leslie Laney
Funeral service for Dustin Leslie Laney, 29, of Vinemont will be at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, September 19, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Blair Congregational Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday...
Obituary: Betty Lorene Jones
Funeral service for Betty Lorene Jones, 78, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 17, 2021 at Salem Baptist Church with interment in Springhill Baptist Cemetery, with Rev. Cory Drummond officiating. The...
Attorney General Steve Marshall warns President Biden to drop illegal vaccine mandate or face...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. —Attorney General Steve Marshall warned President Joe Biden that he will face a lawsuit if his administration proceeds with his mandate that private-sector employees either get a COVID-19 shot, submit to weekly...
Baileyton Town Council decide to change Baileyton Bargain Days to monthly event; renovations being...
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton Town Council met Monday night and were joined by several members of the town’s senior center to discuss several issues, including building security and use of the town’s bus...
Arrests and incidents reported September 16, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 16, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 13
unlawful possession of marijuana;...
CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH released Sept. 15
Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level of community transmission.
Cullman Regional Current Situation
· 80 COVID positive patients, 15 of whom are on a ventilator
· Continue to be vigilant in mask wearing...
Four people arrested in home drug bust
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - After Cullman County Deputies attempted to serve a warrant in the Bremen area, they were able to make four arrests at a residence on September 11.
CCSO deputies were attempting to...
South Vinemont Town Council appoints Sonya Copeland to oversee Town finances
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of South Vinemont passed their FY2022 budget Tuesday evening of $598,534.21. The town projects revenues to be $600,885.81. The budget passed unanimously.
During the work session meeting, the council discussed...
Cullman man arrested on theft charges
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man was arrested by both the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department following a traffic violation that led to the discovery of drug possession and active warrants.
Trey...
Obituary: John Thurmon Bishop
Funeral service for John Thurmon Bishop, 80, of Cullman will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 17, 2021, from...
Obituary: Michael “Mike” Wesley Callahan
Michael "Mike" Wesley Callahan, age 65, of Arab, passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Cullman Regional. He was born November 2, 1955, to the late Harry and Earlene Callahan.He graduated from J.B....
Obituary: William Nathan Pinkard
William Nathan Pinkard, age 67, of Hackleburg, passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Russellville Hospital.
Mr. Pinkard was born on June 15, 1954 in Missouri. Nathan was a loyal member at Living Faith Pentecostal...
Obituary: James Cecil Samples
James Cecil Samples, age 71, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2021. James was born June 17, 1950 in Alabama.
A celebration of life graveside service for James will be held Friday,...
Obituary: Hershel Edward “Ed” White
Mr. Hershel Edward “Ed” White, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2021. He proudly served in the United States Air Force.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents: Hershel...
Obituary: Rickey Leo Waldrop
Funeral service for Rickey Leo Waldrop, 65, of Cullman will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 17, 2021, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The visitation will be Thursday, September 16, 2021 from 5:30 p.m. –...
Obituary: Roy Douglas Wawerski
Roy Douglas Wawerski, 58, of Cullman, passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2021.
Roy was born in Ottawa, Illinois on July 16, 1963 and died at his residence on September 14, 2021.
Survivors include his two brothers:...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Dingler
Jerry Wayne Dingler, 52, of Cullman, passed from this life on September 12, 2021 at his residence. A celebration of life memorial service will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, October 3, 2021 at his residence...
Cullman County Schools Covid update
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Below are the latest COVID-19 numbers for Cullman County Schools. We are pleased to report that numbers are declining across the district.
As of Tuesday, September 14: Positive: 69 close contact:...
Salary schedule concerns raised to Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools held their final Budgetary Hearing for Fiscal Year 2022 Monday, Sept. 13. The same presentation given by Chief School Financial Officer/ Chief Operating Officer James Brumley at the...
Arrests and incidents reported September 15, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 15, 2021. 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...
PREP FOOTBALL: Local teams hitting midseason stretch in week 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – With nearly half of the high school football season behind us, local teams are hitting the midseason stretch and preparing for some big-time regional contests this week. This week’s slate includes...
Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Sept. 13-17
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health is recognizing the important role direct support professionals play in supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities by highlighting Sept. 13-17, 2021 as Direct Support...
Cullman Area Technology Academy’s Cosmetology program a great way to kick off your beauty...
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Cullman Area Technology Academy, Cosmetology is one of the many programs offered to students. The program puts students inside a salon atmosphere and is designed to jump-start their careers...
Good Hope City Council receives TAP Grant, approves pyrotechnics ordinance
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting Monday night and approved a new Resolution and Ordinance affecting local pharmacies, manufactured home sales and fireworks distributors. The council...
Obituary: Jayne Morrison Gross
Funeral services for Jayne Morrison Gross, 86, of Decatur, Alabama, will be on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home in Cullman with Rev. Billy Harper officiating. Visitation will...
Obituary: Vaifoa Taimi Love
Vaifoa Taimi Love, 81, of Holly Pond, passed away on September 13, 2021. Vai was born April 22, 1940, in Pago Pago, America Samoa, to Ti and FaaVela Taimi.
Vai was a long-time resident of...
Obituary: Pat Dunn
Pat Dunn, 81, of Cullman, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2021, after a three-year battle with dementia. Pat graduated from Andalusia High School in 1958 and married the same year. She moved to...
Arrests and incidents reported September 14, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 14, 2021. 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...
Hanceville man arrested on multiple drug charges
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on September 10 arrested a local man on multiple drug charges.
Christopher Franklin Walker, 48, of Hanceville, was stopped by CCSO deputies for a traffic violation in...
Hanceville man arrested on sex charges
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A Hanceville man was arrested at his residence on September 9 by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
Cameron David Carden, 26, of Hanceville was arrested for sex offense /sodomy (by a Grand...
Cullman City Schools Sept. 14 COVID-19 case update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Schools system has a total of 22 students currently absent due to reported positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday, September 14, according to the latest school attendance...
Pet of the Week: Smell the flowers with Honeybee!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter‘s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Honeybee is a 3.5-4-year-old Walker hound/terrier mix. She is a low-to-medium-energy gal who has the most optimistic...
Local man arrested on 15 counts of child porn
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office works collaboratively with multiple agencies, one of those agencies being Internet Crimes Against Children.
CCSO Investigators recently received a tip from the National Center for Missing and...
Cullman City Council adopts road repair plan under Rebuild Alabama Act, approves tax abatements
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday adopted an annual transportation plan for road repairs to be made throughout the city as funds disbursed annually under the Rebuild Alabama Act become available....
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison sweeps Cold Springs in area match
BREMEN, Ala. – The defending state champion Addison Lady Bulldogs traveled to Bremen to take on Cold Springs in an area matchup Monday afternoon and the Lady Bulldogs dominated from start to finish in all three...
Good Hope City Council receives TAP Grant, approves pyrotechnics ordinance
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting Monday night and approved a new Resolution and Ordinance affecting local pharmacies, manufactured home sales and fireworks distributors. The council...
Obituary: Patsy Wilhite Farley
Funeral service for Patsy Wilhite Farley, age 82, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jerry Lake officiating, with burial at Bethlehem West...
Obituary: Sharron D. Walker
Graveside service for Sharron D. Walker, 82, of Baileyton, will be at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Baileyton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. on September 14,...
Obituary: Pedro Castellano Sauceda, Jr.
Pedro Castellano Sauceda, Jr., age 84, passed into Glory on Friday, September 10, 2021, in Cullman, Alabama. He was born Thursday, July 15, 1937, in Del Rio, Texas, to Pedro Sauceda, Sr. and Rosaura...
Obituary: Lynn Marie Caswell
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Lynn Marie Caswell, 64, of Warrior.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Caswell passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021 at UAB Hospital. She was...
Obituary: Vicki Sharon Walker
Graveside service for Vicki Sharon Walker, 64, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at Crossroads Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Walker family.
Ms. Walker passed away September...
Obituary: Isaac Keola Rodgers
Memorial service for Isaac Keola Rodgers, 31, of Holly Pond, will be at 6:00 p.m., Wednesday evening, September 15, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Rodgers...
Obituary: Richard Halligan
Richard Halligan, 81, of Arab, Alabama, passed away on September 11, 2021. He was born May 10, 1940, in Minnesota.
Mr. Halligan was an engineer and worked as a government contractor for many years. His...
Obituary: Deidre Jill “Dee Dee” Cooper
Deidre Jill “Dee Dee” Cooper, age 52, of Addison, passed away Friday, September 10, 2021 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama.
She was born August 28, 1969 to J.D. Dickerson and Eunice Elmore.
Visitation will be...
Obituary: Dorothy J. Maddox
Funeral services for Dorothy J. Maddox, 74, of Cullman who died Saturday, September 11, 2021 will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home. Her family will receive friends...
Obituary: Patricia Tyson Roberts
Funeral services for Patricia Tyson Roberts will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, September 16, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery. Reverend Paul Campbell and Ty Watwood will...
Obituary: James Allen Moore
James Allen Moore, age 57, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. James was born November 15, 1963 in Tampa, Florida to Jimmy Lynn and Sandra Grant Moore. He is preceded...
Obituary: Darryl Edward Washam
Darryl Edward Washam, 61, of Logan, Alabama entered into rest on September 11, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Washam was born on May 13, 1960 in Detroit, Michigan. He was...
Arrests and incidents reported September 13, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 13, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 9
unlawful possession of drug...
‘He loved his community and wanted to do his part to help’
CULLMAN, Ala. - When Ray DeMonia suffered a cardiac event on August 23, 2021, he was in desperate need of a cardiac ICU bed. Due to the influx of COVID-19 cases at Cullman Regional...
Monoclonal antibody products are available for some high-risk COVID-19 patients and some who have...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19 helps those at high risk for serious illness by building rapid immunity to the virus and preventing hospitalization, though these products are only for those at...
Laura Crandall Brown Foundation announces 9th Annual ‘A State of Teal’ Awareness Campaign and...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - This September, in recognition of Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, the Laura Crandall Brown Foundation (LCBF) will initiate its 9th annual A State of Teal Awareness Campaign and host its 12th annual...
365 AMERICAN JOY-GIVERS for 2021: The Whatcha’ Got Cookin’ Birthday Party
We cruise through acres and acres of red dirt, northern Alabama cottonfields to our destination for “The Whatcha’ Got Cookin’ Birthday Party.” In the 1936 Olympic games hosted by Adolf Hitler in Berlin, Germany,...
Files From Yesteryear: From the Files of 1930
The County Board of Education has moved into its newly remodeled building, which is one of the finest in the state.
Mrs. T.A. Smith had charge of the P.T.A. program on Tuesday.
A book week...
Obituary: Barbara Joan Couch Hall
Barbara Joan Couch Hall passed away September 10, 2021 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's disease. Barbara was born on May 16, 1936 in Arab, Alabama. She was the youngest child of Claude and Elizabeth...
Obituary: Mary Ann Johnson
Mary Ann Johnson, age 55, of Cullman, died Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
She is survived by her sons: Jordan Johnson (Samantha) and Johnny Johnson; grandchildren: Jaylen and Jackson Johnson and Shelton Johnson; brothers: Robert Baker...
Obituary: Jimmy Colin Randolph
Jimmy Colin Randolph, age 79, of Bremen, died Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
He is survived by his wife: Dean Randolph; sons: Yancey Randolph (Julia), Kelly Randolph (Kim) and Britt Randolph; grandchildren: Micah Randolph, Jake Randolph...
Attorney General Steve Marshall warns healthcare providers to cease unlawful use of state immunization...
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall today warned Alabama’s healthcare providers to cease any unlawful use of the state immunization registry, known as ImmPRINT.
The State of Alabama has long maintained an immunization registry for healthcare...
Community volunteers out in force for United Way of Cullman County’s ‘Day of Caring’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2021 United Way of Cullman County “Day of Caring” saw neighbors helping neighbors throughout the community Friday. Individuals and groups volunteered for a number of projects available through the United...
9/11: The impact on America’s (then) youngest generation
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the terrorist attack of Sept. 11, 2001, unfolded on live television, Americans and the world watched in disbelief and confusion. Adults struggled to comprehend the enormity of it all and...
Mask mandate allowed to expire at CMS, EES
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools would like to thank East Elementary School and Cullman Middle School students and parents for their positive response to the two-week mask mandate. In two weeks, the percent...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison narrowly falls at Midfield 30-28
MIDFIELD, Ala. -- The number 7 ranked 2A Addison Bulldogs traveled to Midfield to take on the Patriots in what turned out to be a very exciting region game Friday night. Midfield came away with...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope handles Haleyville 48-20 on the road
HALEYVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders made the trip over to Haleyville for a regional matchup Friday night and their high-powered offense led them to an impressive, 48-20 road victory over the Lions.
The...
PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies cruise to 42-19 region win at Douglas
DOUGLAS, Ala. -- On a cool, crisp September night Fairview wasted no time putting points on the board and collecting a 42-19 region win over the Douglas Eagles.
Fairview, who received the opening kickoff, put...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont collects 30-28 region win at Carbon Hill
CARBON HILL, Ala. -- The Vinemont Eagles traveled to Walker County to take on the Carbon Hill in a region matchup and defeated the Bulldogs 30-28 to pick up their first victory of the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek edges South Lamar on the road 32-26
MILLPORT, Ala. – The Meek Tigers were back on the road Friday night for another regional showdown and this time it was against the Stallions of South Lamar. Neither team was able to build...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point drops region tilt at Boaz 49-7
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. -- With their football field getting their new turf put in, the Boaz Pirates hosted the West Point Warriors at Jacksonville State University Friday night. West Point entered the contest 3-0 while the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond falls at J.B. Pennington 49-6
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond made the trip to Blountsville for a region showdown with J.B. Pennington but unfortunately for the Bronco fans in the stands, the Tigers jumped out to an early lead...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab shuts out Scottsboro 35-0 at home
ARAB, Ala. -- After picking up a road win in their region opener against Fort Payne last Friday, Arab looked to make it 2-0 in the region as they welcomed Scottsboro to town in...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats blast Bucks 35-0 on the road
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats hit the road for another regional clash Friday night and came home with a comfortable, 35-0 win over Buckhorn Bucks to improve to 2-2 on the year. The ‘Cats...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville drops region game to Dora 28-0
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs returned home to Ray Talley Stadium Friday night to take on another region foe and unfortunately for the home crowd, it was the other team of Bulldogs that...
Obituary: Debra Kay Hamilton
Debra Kay Hamilton, age 72, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, September 10, 2021, at her residence. She was born March 8, 1949, in Minnesota, to Delos and Alice Shuldt.She was preceded in death...
Obituary: James Walter Weeks
Funeral service for James Walter Weeks, age 51, of Hanceville, will be at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 12, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Jenny Rankin officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00...
Obituary: John William Richards
John William Richards, age 55, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at his residence. He was born June 24, 1966, in Illinois, to John Richards and Karen Wolpert.He was preceded in...
Obituary: Edgar Oziel Guevara Degollado
Edgar Oziel Guevara Degollado, age 28, of Cullman, died Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
He is survived by his wife: Elizabeth Brock; son: Milo Guevara; mother: Josefina Degollado; father: Jaime Guevara-Silva; sisters: Elena Guevaro and Vanessa...
Obituary: Dorothy Mae Anderson
Dorothy Mae Anderson, age 100, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021. Dorothy was born December 3, 1920 in Vinemont, Alabama.
Dorothy is survived by her daughter: Brenda Holmes; her sons: Johnny...
Obituary: Horace Lee Waldrep
Horace Lee Waldrep, age 74, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
Horace was born July 18, 1947 in Cullman, Alabama. A walk-thru visitation at Flat Rock United Methodist Church will...
Obituary: Willmac Gay
Willmac Gay, age 82, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. Willmac was born March 2, 1939 in Cullman, Alabama.Willmac is survived by his wife of 57 years: Jewel Dean Fortenberry...
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health, its community partners and other mental health organizations join forces to recognize September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. This year’s theme, #BeThe1To is the National...
Cullman City School Board meeting Thursday addresses Fiscal Year 2022; recent bomb threats
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board called a meeting Thursday morning to discuss the Annual Budget Hearing of Fiscal Year (FY) 2022. This presentation was given by Chief School Financial Officer/ Chief...
Arrests and incidents reported September 10, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 10, 2021. 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...
PREP SWIMMING: Cullman girls, boys finish 1st at Triple Dual Meet
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Swim Team kicked off its season at home Thursday night against North League rivals Athens, Westminster Christian, Hartselle, Decatur, Decatur Heritage, Austin, Priceville and Lindsay Lane. Both the Bearcats...
Vinemont Middle School recognizes heroes on staff
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Middle School made a huge shoutout to Nurse Paige Collett and Nurse Aide Michael Marotz this week on social media. The post offered a huge thank you to Nurse Collett...
Identity of five US Navy sailors killed in San Diego helicopter crash released
WASHINGTON D.C. - The United States Navy released the identities of the five sailors who were killed when their helicopter crashed off the coast of San Diego on August 31. The MH-60S was operating...
Five bomb threats creating chaos in Cullman County
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Since Aug. 16, there have been five reported bomb threats locally at schools and the Cullman County Courthouse.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Communications Director Chad Whaley said this is an ongoing...
Stamps, Ellis named ACCC Runners of Week; WSCC cross country travels to Huntingdon Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s cross country teams compete at Huntingdon College on Saturday after each finished 7th respectively in the 16th annual Foothills Invitational hosted by Jacksonville State on Sept. 3.
Wallace State was the lone community college...
Obituary: Richard “Rick” Lee Patrum
Funeral service for Richard "Rick" Lee Patrum, age 64, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Etha Baptist Church, with Shane Hicks officiating and burial at Etha Baptist...
Obituary: Leonia Missouri Box
Leonia Missouri Box, age 84, of Double Springs, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at her residence.
She was born July 18, 1937 to Jim and Arness Hill in Winston County, Alabama. She enjoyed knitting,...
Obituary: Christopher “Cricket” Lee Pair
Christopher "Cricket" Lee Pair, age 38, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Cricket was born January 22, 1983 in Cullman, Alabama.Cricket is survived by his...
Arrests and incidents reported September 9, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 9, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 6
domestic violence; Chad Dr.obstruction...
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Morris Williams running for Cullman County Schools superintendent
CULLMAN, Ala. – Morris Williams, a lifelong resident and educator, has announced his candidacy for Cullman County Schools superintendent. Williams said he brings a...
