Obituary: Bobby Lowell Wilkins
Bobby Lowell Wilkins, 82, of Addison passed away Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020 at Cullman Regional Medical Center in Cullman, Alabama.
Bobby was born Feb. 19, 1938 to Bert and Annie Wilkins. He was a good...
Obituary: Dane “Dizzy” Doss
Funeral services for Dane “Dizzy” Doss, 43, of Cullman will be at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of...
33rd Annual All Pontiac Show this Saturday at Sportsman Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sportsman Lake Park will be filled with classic cars from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. this Saturday, Aug. 8, thanks to the Pontiac Oakland Club International (POIC) Alabama Chapter’s 33rd Annual All Pontiac...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 6, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 6, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
Aug. 3
possession of drug...
Cullman attorney Champ Crocker appointed to state bar COVID-19 Task Force
Updated 8-6-20 at 6:38 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama State Bar President Robert G. Methvin on Thursday appointed Cullman lawyer Champ Crocker to the Bar’s COVID-19 Task Force.
This task force of lawyers from across the...
ADOL: Initial unemployment claims trending downward
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL) on Thursday released the official count for initial unemployment claims filed during the week of July 26 - Aug. 1, 2020.
Statewide, 11,692 initial claims were...
‘There is no manual for what to do next’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Since mid-March, the Cullman County Center for the Developmentally Disabled (CCCDD)’s Margaret Jean Jones Center has not been able to operate its adult day program due to COVID-19.
On June 15, the...
UAB at Miami football game changed to September 10
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –
The UAB football game at Miami, which was originally scheduled for September
17, has been changed to Thursday, September 10, the two universities
announced Thursday.
The date change comes in coordination with the ACC
announcing its complete slate, which features...
Good Hope Back-to-School Bash this Thursday
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The City of Good Hope will host its annual Back-to-School Bash this Thursday with the necessary changes required to maintain social distance due to COVID-19. Rather than having the traditional...
Cullman library reports high participation in Summer Learning Program
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) has wrapped up this year’s Summer Learning Program, “Imagine Your Story,” and Assistant Director Josie Harrington said that despite the COVID-19 pandemic and other...
2 with Cullman connections up for parole next week
Updated 8-13-20 at 4:40 p.m.
Ryan Henry Yarbrough was denied parole.
Updated 8-11-20 at 10:41 p.m.
Nathan Winston Stephens was denied parole.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two inmates with connections to Cullman County are up for parole the week...
Obituary: John Waymon Davis
John Waymon Davis, 77, of Double Springs entered into rest Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020 at his residence.
He was born June 18, 1943 in Haleyville, Alabama.
A graveside service will be Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020 at...
Obituary: Terry Lee Poynter
Terry Lee Poynter, 55, of Addison entered into rest Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Terry was born July 7, 1965 in Virginia.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Terry...
Obituary: Ella Mae Needham
Ella Mae Needham, 84, of Cullman passed away Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020.
She was born Sept. 19, 1935 to Early Dolphus and Mable Claire Meadows Self.
Her graveside service will be held Friday, Aug. 7, 2020...
Obituary: Helen Dovie Cook Sizemore
Helen Dovie Cook Sizemore of Cullman passed away Aug. 4, 2020 at the age of 89.
She was born in Cullman Dec. 7, 1930 to William and Tessie Mays Cook.
Funeral services are Friday, Aug. 7,...
Ivey awards Cullman $100K for Cherokee Ave./24th St. project
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced she has awarded $100,000 to “improve infrastructure, increase safety and pave the way for 30 new jobs in the city of Cullman.”
The City of Cullman...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 5, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 5, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents and arrests...
Cullman Co. man killed in motorcycle crash in Walker County
WALKER COUNTY, Ala. - A Cullman County man was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Walker County Tuesday.
Alabama State Troopers said Dane Marshal Doss, 43, was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to Troopers, Doss'...
State releases 2020 Fish Consumption Advisories
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), in cooperation with the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) and the Tennessee Valley Authority...
2020 Municipal Election Candidate Q&A: Lou Thomas and Julie Ray, Holly Pond Town Council,...
HOLLY POND, Ala. - As the Aug. 25, 2020 Municipal Election approaches, The Tribune is holding Q&A sessions between candidates.
In Holly Pond, the only race on the ballot will be for Holly Pond Town...
Baileyton welcomes all candidates to monthly meeting
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton Town Council met Monday night for the last time before the upcoming Aug. 25 Municipal Election. All candidates, including incumbents and challengers, were present.
Mayor Johnny Dyar is being challenged...
Obituary: Albert Brent Harbison
Former Mayor of Arley, Albert Brent Harbison (May 5, 1933) entered into eternal rest Aug. 3, 2020.
He is preceded in death by his parents Columbus "Lum" Harbison and Myrtle (Stricklin) Harbison of Ardell, AL;...
Obituary: James R. (J.R.) Criddle
Funeral services for James R. (J.R.) Criddle, 90, of Hanceville will be held at noon Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Ensley at 2 p.m. ...
Obituary: Renee Barton Knight
Funeral services for Renee Barton Knight, 76, of Cullman will be at 3 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Eidson Chapel Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge...
Obituary: Charles Edward Henke
On Monday, Aug. 3, 2020, Charles Edward "Ed" Henke passed away at the age of 86.
Ed was born in Cullman, AL Oct. 26, 1933 to the late Dewey Benjamin and Mabel Herfurth Henke.
He received...
Obituary: Dorothy Bates Hancock
Mrs. Dorothy Bates Hancock, 87, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away Monday, Aug. 3, 2020. Mrs. Hancock was born June 22, 1933 in Cullman, Alabama to Robert Lem and Mamie Trimble Bates.
Mrs. Hancock is survived...
Holly Pond Bronco Band welcomes new director
HOLLY POND, Ala. - After three years under Evan Curtis, the Holly Pond Bronco Band welcomed a new director to the team just in time for band camp. Stephen Cook, a graduate of the...
Former mayor of Arley passes away
ARLEY, Ala. - Albert Brent Harbison, who served as the mayor of Arley from 1972-1984, passed away Monday, Aug. 3.
Below is Harbison's full obituary.
Former Mayor of Arley, Albert Brent Harbison (May 5, 1933)...
Holly Pond council takes steps to improve computer, WiFi access ahead of school year
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond Mayor Bill Oliver on Monday night offered two proposals to the town council that will increase the number of computers available at the Guy Hunt Library and expand...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 4, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 4, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents and arrests...
UAB Football plans to accommodate fans at Legion Field
BIRMINGHAM –
The UAB Department of Athletics will be operating UAB Football games at Legion
Field to accommodate fans with social distancing measures in place this fall.
Football season ticket holders, UAB students and
student-athlete guests will have top...
Birmingham man indicted for fraud on fallen Huntsville Police officer’s memorial fund
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A federal grand jury returned an indictment last week charging a Birmingham man with fraud on customers of the U.S. Postal Service, and fraud on the memorial fund set up to...
Honoring Mr. Heinze
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School at its alumni dinner on Saturday evening presented retired teacher and longtime school/church organist Fred Heinze its first ever Impact Award for his “significant impact on the...
Fairview council swears in new member Julie Grimes
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Town Council on Monday evening swore in Councilwoman Julie Grimes, filling the seat left vacant back in late 2019 by former Councilwoman Paula Edge, who stepped down due to...
Resident responds to complaints about fence
CULLMAN, Ala. - At a recent Cullman County Commission meeting, a fence at the intersection of County Road 1486 and County Road 1422 was discussed as a possible liability due to the fence being...
Obituary: Marilyn Jean Lutzky
Marilyn Jean Lutzky, 93, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away Aug. 2, 2020 at Woodland Village Nursing Home.
Mrs. Lutzky was born June 6, 1927 in Michigan.
She loved to sew, cross-stitch and bowl.
She was preceded in...
Obituary: Joyce Pigg
Funeral services for Joyce Pigg, 75, of Addison will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Bethel Cemetery in the Blair Community; Bro. Michael Glover...
Obituary: Dillard L. Wisner
Graveside funeral services for Dillard L. Wisner, 83, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020 at Bethel Methodist Cemetery in Morgan County; Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Judy P. Lynn Bagwell Holt
Graveside services for Judy P. Lynn Bagwell Holt, 61, of Falkville will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, 2020 at Valley Springs Baptist Cemetery; Bro. Roger James officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home was honored to...
Obituary: Beverly Diane Dial
Graveside services for Beverly Diane Dial, 65, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020 at New Hope #2 Cemetery with Gary Yarbrough officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of...
Obituary: Michael James Miner
Michael James Miner, 58, of Eva passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020 at his residence. He was born Tuesday, Dec. 26, 1961 to James Joshua and Geraldine Miner.
He was preceded in death by his...
Obituary: Russell Allen Storck
It is with great sadness that the family of Russell Allen Storck announces his passing on Sunday, Aug.2, 2020 at the age of 60.
He was preceded in death by his parents Alton Ray and...
Wallace State’s Imari Martin named ASWA Community College Athlete of the Year
HANCEVILLE, ALA. –
Imari Martin was recognized over the weekend as the 2020 Alabama Sports Writers
Association (ASWA) Community College Athlete of the Year, marking the second
consecutive year a Wallace State athlete has earned the award.
Martin,...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 3, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 3, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 30
theft of property;...
Wallace State Nursing holds virtual pinning ceremonies
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Celebrating more than 200 students who faced unexpected challenges as they completed their studies, the Wallace State Department of Nursing Education held two virtual pinning ceremonies Thursday for graduates of the program.
Program Chair Deborah “Pepper” Hoover noted their first unexpected challenge was a cyber-attack at the...
Tribune to host debates ahead of Cullman’s Municipal Election
Updated 8-4-20 at 2:56 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – This election season in the city of Cullman, there are numerous challengers vying for city council, mayoral and school board seats. Almost all positions are being contested,...
Obituary: Flossie Myrl Dyer
Funeral services for Mrs. Flossie Myrl Dyer of Hanceville will be held at noon Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home with Reverends Chris Barnett and Tony Tidwell officiating. Interment will follow at...
Obituary: Lou Ann Willcutt
Graveside services for Lou Ann Willcutt, 68, of Crane Hill will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020 at Holly Pond Cemetery with Glynn Griffith officiating. Her family will greet friends at...
Obituary: Betty Suggs Knight
Funeral services for Mrs. Betty Suggs Knight, 80, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020 at New Prospect Baptist Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Ethel Mae Westbrook
A graveside service for Ethel Mae Westbrook, 96, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020 at Mt. Zion Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Westbrook passed away...
Obituary: Sandra Gardner
Sandra Gardner was born Feb. 9, 1946 and passed away Aug. 2, 2020 and is under the care of Moss Service Funeral Home.
Obituary: Gail S. Mauldin
It is with great sadness that the family of Gail Shull Mauldin of Vinemont, announces her passing Aug. 1, 2020 at the age of 72.
She was born in Decatur, AL to William Thomas and...
Obituary: Arnilla Cook Hanes
Graveside services for Arnilla Cook Hanes, 100, of Cullman will be Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020 at 10 a.m. at Lystra Baptist Church with Rev. John Garrison and Rev. Darryl Cook officiating. The body will...
Josh Wade crowned inaugural Smith Lake Idol
BREMEN, Ala. – The inaugural Smith Lake Idol came to a close Saturday evening with Josh Wade taking first place and the $1,000 cash prize. Johnathan Ralph claimed second place. The six-week contest kicked...
A magical birthday parade
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wizard-loving Harry Potter fans gathered safely outside the Cullman County Public Library main branch Friday evening for a celebration of Harry Potter’s birthday with an event and pedestrian parade hosted by...
Funny Things from Yesterday: God don’t have a phone
Occasionally, I will hear of a good story that has happened to someone. Some of the ones I like best are told by grandparents about something a grandchild has done.
You know as well as...
Files from Yesteryear: 1908, 1932, 1933
From the Files of 1908:
The county teachers institute was held at Joppa with County Superintendent D.V. Smith presiding.
Cullman has secured the county high school, subscribing something over $4,500 for the building fund.
The Circuit Court...
ADOL warns unemployment recipients to be wary of fraud- New fraud portal on ADOL...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL) is warning Alabamians receiving unemployment compensation to be wary of fraud and to protect their personal identifying information.
Unemployment compensation fraud has always occurred, but instances...
True love always finds a way
CULLMAN, Ala. - Instead of picking one of his many Alabama or blood donor T-shirts, John Brindley decided on a nice blue shirt for this special day. He had an important date with a...
Obituary: Clinton Lee Frey
On Friday, July 31, 2020, Clinton Lee Frey, loving husband and father of three, passed away at the age of 73.
Clint, affectionately known to his friends and family as “Tink,” was born Sept. 21,...
St. Paul’s, Cullman Christian leaders discuss back-to-school plans
CULLMAN, Ala. - There’s been a lot of talk about the back-to-school plans for Cullman City Schools and Cullman County Schools, but Cullman County is also home to private schools. Representatives from two of...
How to properly care for reusable face coverings
CULLMAN, Ala. - With many people making and wearing reusable face masks, it's important to make sure that these masks are properly cleaned and cared for between uses.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
Wallace State’s Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society earns Hallmark Award for Distinguished College Project;...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Alpha Chi Tau chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society has earned a 2020 national Hallmark Award, one of the highest awards attainable each year, and...
Explore: South Vinemont Trail a world of possibilities
Recently, The Tribune set out to explore all of the many beautiful parks within Cullman County. We’ll visit one each week.
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - Nestled behind the community center in South Vinemont is 12...
Smith Lake Idol finale Saturday night
BREMEN, Ala. – The inaugural Smith Lake Idol will come to a close Saturday night when the Top 3 hit the stage in the grand finale at Rooster’s Corner. The contest has been entertaining...
Obituary: Andy Washington Bolte
Funeral services for Andy Washington Bolte, 69, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020 in the Chapel at Stone Bridge Farms with Samuel Tucker officiating; interment in Welti Cumberland Presbyterian...
Obituary: William Omer Barbee
Funeral services for William Omer Barbee, 68, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Flint Creek Cemetery; Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Dennis Ray Hayes II
Dennis Ray Hayes II of Cullman passed away Monday, July 27, 2020 at the age of 38.
He was born Dec. 8, 1981 in Cartersville, GA to Dennis Ray Hayes Sr. and Violet Ann Gentry.
His...
Obituary: Vicky Rena Glispie
Vicky Rena Glispie, 61, of Holly Pond passed away July 31, 2020. She was born Jan. 6, 1959 to Edward Esco and Barviedeen Hendrix Patterson in Haleyville, Alabama.
Mrs. Glispie is preceded in death by...
‘It’s not going to slow us down’: Cullman County DHR continues to serve and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Foster parents definitely fall under the definition of “essential” during the COVID-19 shutdown. Their work does not pause, their shifts do not end, and making kids “safer at home” was a...
Come and get ‘em: Duchess Bakery re-opens
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s iconic Duchess Bakery officially re-opened Friday, under the new ownership of Jason and Stephanie Neal and Roger Rich.
Previous owner Larry Bontrager announced his retirement back in May, causing a collective...
Editorial: Masks up: We can get through this school year together
In a few weeks, kids will be heading back to school for the first time in five months. Wednesday, Governor Kay Ivey addressed the state informing us that students and teachers from second grade...
Arrests and incidents reported July 31, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 31, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests...
Ivey allocates $100M for Alabama Broadband Connectivity for Students
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey has allocated $100 million in CARES Act funding for a public-private partnership to increase access to internet for K-12 students attending school in the fall who may need...
Partnering for mental health
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - Haven Counseling Services and Good Samaritan Health Clinic cut the ribbon Friday morning at Haven’s office at 18291 U.S. Highway 31 in South Vinemont, to announce a new partnership between...
New NASA mission to Mars flies on Alabama-built rockets
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on Thursday morning launched Mars 2020, a mission to send robotic rover Perseverance and experimental helicopter (a first in space exploration) Ingenuity toward...
Agriplex to host ‘The Southern Herbalist’ Darryl Patton Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex will host “The Southern Herbalist” Darryl Patton this Saturday, Aug. 1 from 9 a.m.-noon, when Patton, a naturopathic doctor and Master Herbalist, will speak about salves, syrups...
Obituary: Angel Diane Roper Wallace
Angel Diane Roper Wallace, 69, of Gardendale passed away at her residence Thursday, July 30, 2020.
The Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at Moss Service Funeral Home Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020 at...
Band, club, sports fundraisers disrupted by COVID-19
CULLMAN, Ala. - During a normal summer you are likely to see smiling and waving kids with signs for car washes, bake sales and other types of fundraisers all over town. This year, due...
Arrests and incidents reported July 30, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 30, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 27
violation of a...
Ivey announces $50M grant program for nonprofit and faith-based organizations
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced a $50 million grant program to support nonprofit and faith-based organizations who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Alabama Nonprofit Grant Program...
Planet Fitness adjusts mask policy to exclude members ‘actively working out’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Planet Fitness, Inc. on July 27 announced that members and guests will be required to wear a mask at all times while inside all open stores, beginning Aug. 1. Now, on...
‘Failure is not an option’
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The U.S. Space and Rocket Center has been fascinating kids and adults alike, giving the west side of Huntsville one of the most distinct skylines in the United States since its...
City of Cullman recycling service to resume soon
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening passed a resolution to purchase a heavy truck and trailer from Weil Wrecker Service that will allow the City to resume recycling pickup in...
FPLCC wins Alabama Library Association Merit Award, gears up for Harry Potter birthday celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. - Councilman David Moss took a moment at Monday evening’s Cullman City Council meeting to recognize the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) for the group’s recent reception of...
Naturally Alabama: Danger follows the buzz of summer
Every summer here in Alabama, there is an eerie buzz in the woods. Those living close to water are used to the regular serenade of croaking frogs. Their croaking usually begins just before sundown...
Obituary: Scarlett Hailes Hayes
Scarlett Hailes Hayes of Cullman passed away July 27, 2020 at the age of 43.
She was born June 5, 1977 in Decatur, AL to Delano and Freda Powers Hailes.
Her children are honoring her wishes...
Obituary: Christopher David Willingham
Funeral services for Christopher David Willingham, 48, of Louisville, KY will be at 2 p.m. Friday, July 31, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday,...
St. Bernard Prep issues instructions for return to class
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Prep School on Wednesday issued instructions for the start of school in August, including the use of masks inside buildings.
Headmaster Fr. Linus Klucsarits issued the following statement: “St. Bernard...
Arrests and incidents reported July 29, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 29, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests...
Gary Hicks named new executive director of Childhaven
CULLMAN, Ala. - Following an extensive search, the Childhaven, Inc. Board of Directors is excited to announce that Gary Hicks MA, LPC has been named as Childhaven’s next executive director. Hicks will assume his...
Federal grand jury indicts 2 for kidnapping resulting in death of 3-year-old Kamille ‘Cupcake’...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A federal grand jury on Wednesday indicted two people for kidnapping and conspiracy to kidnap a minor victim, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent...
Alabama’s Safer at Home Order extended until Aug. 31; masks required in schools
Updated 7-29-20 at 3:05 p.m.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday extended the state's Safer at Home Order until Aug. 31, 2020 at 5 p.m. In addition, the order was amended to require...
Sister city connection
Claudia and William Lowery visited the Cullman County Museum last October when the City was putting up the German Christmas Pyramid. They got their photo made with Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs (left). Museum director...
Colony issues certificates of election; mayoral seat only race on ballot
COLONY, Ala. - The Town of Colony on Tuesday issued certificates of election for its entire town council, since no candidate- incumbent or otherwise- is being challenged in the Aug. 25 Municipal Election. Only...
Obituary: Charles Marty Freeman
Charles Marty Freeman of Cullman, Alabama passed away July 28, 2020 at the age of 58.
He was born Aug. 5, 1961 in Cullman to Charles D. and Lila Roden Freeman.
He is preceded in death...
Obituary: Jesslyn Ann Nicole Hood
Graveside services for Jesslyn Ann Nicole Hood, 19, of Fairview will be at 3 p.m. Friday, July 31, 2020 at Holly Pond Cemetery with Frankie Harville and Paul Rivers officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Thomas Byron Shumate
Funeral services for Thomas Byron Shumate, 46, of Falkville will be at 4 p.m. Thursday, July 30, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with David Bradford officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of...
Obituary: Steven Rick Barton
Steven Rick Barton, 68, of Haleyville entered into rest Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at UAB Hospital.
Mr. Barton was born in Haleyville, Alabama Feb. 24, 1952.
He was a truck driver for Wal-Mart.
The family will receive...
Pet of the Week: Help Ellie find her forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Ellie is an approximately 1-year-old Lab mix. She’s a lively medium- to high-energy canine friend who thrives...






















































































































