Obituary: Vickie Sue Stromatt
Vickie Sue Stromatt, 66, of Double Springs passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020 at Southern Tennessee Regional Medical Center in Lawrenceburg, TN.
She was born July 15, 1954 in Decatur, Illinois to Donald and Daisy...
Obituary: Kenneth Eugene “Bud” Cagle
Kenneth Eugene “Bud” Cagle, 81, of Double Springs entered into rest Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020 at his residence.
He was born March 30, 1939 in Double Springs, Alabama. He was a member of Rock Creek...
Obituary: William Floyd “W.F.” Bailey II
William Floyd “W.F.” Bailey II, 77, of Double Springs entered into rest Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
He was born Sept. 14, 1943. W.F. was born and raised in Double Springs...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 3; record statewide hospitalizations
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 59 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 3,485 cases confirmed across the county since the...
Juvenile transported to hospital after accidental shooting in Holly Pond
HOLLY POND, Ala. - A juvenile was transported to an area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries following what authorities are calling an accidental shooting inside a residence near Holly Pond Thursday afternoon.
"I can...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 3, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 3, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
Nov. 30
domestic violence; CR 781
receiving...
CATA students box up food, love, compassion for families in need
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Health Science students are taking empty boxes and turning them into an overflowing good deed. The students, from across Cullman County, are already learning what it...
Wallace State offering new Google IT Support Professional Certificate
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College's Computer Science program is offering the newly-created Google IT Support Professional Certificate.
Through a grant from Jobs for the Future (JFF), Wallace State students can earn the specialized online certificate, preparing them for...
Ivey calls for return to in-person classes; officials and parents respond
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday issued a statement encouraging school systems using online virtual education to return to in-person instruction as soon as possible.
Her statement read:
“Due to COVID-19, 2020 has been...
Area seniors looking for pen pals
CULLMAN, Ala. – The residents of USA Healthcare’s Falkville Health & Rehab Center are joining in on the fun of the recently launched USA Healthcare Pen Pal Club, which has already been giving residents...
4D Farm kicks off ‘Country Christmas’ this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - 4D Farm’s “Country Christmas” opens this Saturday, Dec. 5, and the staff is busy putting the finishing touches on the lights and decorations. This will be a first for the popular...
ALEA: Increase in Troopers equals decrease in Thanksgiving holiday traffic fatalities
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Troopers within the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division saw nearly a 30% decrease in overall traffic fatalities during the extended 2020 Thanksgiving travel period. ALEA Troopers investigated only...
Cullman Caring for Kids: Plenty of need in the season of giving
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the community enters the season of giving, The Tribune checked in with Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK), one of the area’s most active charities, to see how things are going...
Obituary: Sara Ann Thomas Jordan
Funeral services for Sara Ann Thomas Jordan, 76, of LaGrange, Ohio will be at noon Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation...
Obituary: Eddie Earl James
Memorial services for Eddie Earl James, 75, of Cullman will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the James family.
Mr. James was...
Obituary: Mary Isabell Bookout
Graveside services for Mary Isabell Bookout, of Bremen, who passed away Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 at the age of 70, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020 at Kinney Grove Missionary Baptist...
Obituary: Ronnie Davis
A memorial service for Ronnie Davis, 68, of Bremen, AL will be 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, 2020 at Dorsey Creek Church. Brother Ted Blalock will be officiating.
Mr. Davis is survived by his wife...
Obituary: Angela Lynn Morgan
Angela Lynn Morgan, 57, of Cullman passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020 at Cullman Regional. She was born Dec. 21, 1962.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister; and grandmother Mary Plumbley.
Survivors...
‘It is completely up to the community’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Around the country, COVID-19 is surging, and Cullman County is no exception. The county has seen 830 cases confirmed in just the last 14 days, according to the Alabama Department of...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 2, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 2, 2020. 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...
Mullins named president of Premier Bank of the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - Premier Bank of the South’s Board of Directors on Wednesday announced that Jacob M. Mullins has been elected president of Premier Bank of the South.
Mullins has been with the bank for...
Starbucks offers free coffee to front-line responders throughout December
In response to the recent rise in COVID-19 cases and to recognize the significant efforts of the front-line responder and health care community, Starbucks announced Tuesday that it will offer a free tall brewed...
‘I think Cullman has become a destination shopping place’
Updated 12-2-20 at 10:32 p.m. Whoopsy Daisy has moved to 320 First Ave. SE, Cullman.
CULLMAN, Ala. - This year has been a tough year for small businesses due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but this...
Unsung Hero: Nancy Bryant
CULLMAN, Ala. - Child advocacy and child abuse prevention agency Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) has enjoyed the service of Nancy Bryant for more than 20 years. The current assistant director joined CCK as...
A cut above: Alabama Christmas tree farms offer holiday fun
As the calendar flips closer to Dec. 25, Christmas tree farms are providing fresh-cut evergreens and festive holiday experiences for families across Alabama.
“From the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee Valley, Alabama farmers grow, trim...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison splits Tuesday night contests with Clements
ADDISON, Ala. -- The Addison Bulldogs split a pair of games with the 3A Clement Colts on a chilly night in Allen Stephenson Gym. The ladies dropped a closer than the score indicated 69-58...
PREP BASKETBALL: Warriors, Lady Warriors split home matchups with Cold Springs
WEST POINT, Ala. – Cold Springs traveled to the campus of West Point High School on a chilly Tuesday night for a pair of varsity matchups against the hosting Warriors and Lady Warriors. The...
Dec. 1 COVID-19 update: Record statewide hospitalizations
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 48 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 3,369 cases confirmed across the county since the...
Obituary: Hazel Estelle Scott
A memorial service for Hazel Estelle Scott, 86, of Hanceville, Alabama will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.
Obituary: Connie Cason Allen
Funeral services for Connie Cason Allen of Hanceville, Alabama will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Leon Mauldin and...
Obituary: Betty Jean Howse
Graveside services for Betty Jean Howse, 73, of Cullman, Alabama will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville.
Ms. Howse is survived by her cousins Dondra (Ronnie) Taylor, Debra...
Obituary: Willie Vonza Baker
Ms. Willie Vonza Baker of Blountsville passed away Nov. 29, 2020 at the age of 66. She was born Jan. 19, 1954 in Shelby County to Dolphy and Ruby Jeanette Grayson Hopkins.
She worked as...
Obituary: Martha S. Powe Pellegra
Martha S. Powe Pellegra, beloved Mama Bobo, born June 9, 1926 in Cullman, Alabama passed away Nov. 28, 2020.
She was preceded in death by her husband Sam J. Pellegra after a loving marriage of...
Support Children’s of Alabama by purchasing holiday cards with patients’ artwork
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Share the magic of the season while supporting Children’s of Alabama by purchasing holiday greeting cards from the HeART of Children’s of Alabama greeting card program.
The unique artwork featured on each...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 1, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 1, 2020. 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...
Ivey: Lynn Beshear retiring as ADMH commissioner; Kim Boswell appointed
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday announced that Lynn Beshear will retire as commissioner of the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) effective Dec. 16, 2020. Ivey appointed Beshear to the position...
Today is #GivingTuesday
According to www.GivingTuesday.org, “GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world.
“GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that...
Pet of the Week: Meet Lil Meg!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Lil Meg is a 2.5-year-old terrier mix. She’s a lively-but-not-crazy medium-energy pet who likes to be close...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders down Cordova 79-73, Lady Raiders crush Lady Blue Devils 80-17
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope returned home Monday night after the Thanksgiving break and welcomed Cordova onto campus for a pair of varsity matchups. The Lady Raiders were all over the Lady Blue...
Good Hope council mulls unnamed retail development
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday evening held a special-called meeting in which it went immediately into an executive session to discuss an as yet unnamed economic development project.
Mayor...
Obituary: Maria Grace Jones
Maria Grace Jones, 71, of Cullman passed away Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020.
She was preceded in death by her parents Harold Wayne and Anneliese Moeller Buchanan; first husband Thomas Wayne Eveland; second husband James Terry Jones; grandson...
Obituary: Mary Grace Smith
Mary Grace Smith of Cullman passed away Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020 at the age of 94. She was born Feb. 25, 1926 to Ewell C. and Myrtis B. Smith and grew up on a farm in the...
Obituary: J C Helms
Funeral services for J C Helms, 81, of Garden City will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020 in the chapel of Hanceville Funeral Home. Brother Vernon Alvis will officiate with burial...
Obituary: Randy Wayne “Peanut” Jackson
Memorial service details are incomplete at this time for Randy Wayne “Peanut” Jackson, 63, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Jackson passed away Nov. 28, 2020 at Cullman Regional Hospital. ...
Obituary: J. D. Marcum
Graveside services for J. D. Marcum, 85, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020 at Flint Creek Cemetery with Carlos Wilhite and Larry Woods officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: John Oliver Barrett
Mr. John Oliver Barrett, 79, of Cullman passed away Monday, Nov. 30, 2020 at Brookwood Hospital.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Barrett was born Oct. 21, 1941. He was preceded...
Nov. 30 COVID-19 update: Record statewide hospitalizations; 53 hospitalized locally
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 35 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 3,321 cases confirmed across the county since the...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 30, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 30, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
Nov. 23
criminal mischief, harassment; CR...
USDA seeks applications for Rural Energy for America Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Bette Brand recently invited applications for loan guarantees and grants for renewable energy systems and to make energy efficiency...
(Updated) Vinemont man charged after shooting in Zaxby’s parking lot in north Cullman
Updated 11-30-20 at 12:35 p.m. with mugshot
CULLMAN, Ala. – Joseph Allen Gaines, 55, of Vinemont is facing multiple charges after allegedly shooting into an occupied vehicle in the parking lot of Zaxby’s along U.S....
Obituary: Tillman Hirem Netherton
Tillman Hirem Netherton, 73, of the Nesmith community entered into rest Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020 at The Folsom Center in Cullman.
Tillman was born Aug. 24, 1947 in Cullman, Alabama. He was a devoted son,...
Obituary: Wynell Ivey
Funeral services for Wynell Ivey, 85, of Baileyton will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with officiating; burial at Welcome Baptist Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Nov. 29
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 56 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 3,286 cases confirmed across the county since the...
(Updated) Vinemont Councilman, former Mayor J.D. Marcum dies at 85
Updated 11-30-20 at 6:34 p.m.
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - South Vinemont Councilman and former Mayor J.D. Marcum died Saturday evening at the age of 85. He was hospitalized at Crestwood Hospital in Huntsville after testing...
A Round of Applause for the Joy-Givers: Central Alabama Theater and the top 100...
HOORAY FOR THE JOY-GIVERS! We always need more smiles, music and laughter. This fun series salutes those seriously unsolemn people, places and things that bring joy to the world. Starting during the pandemic, an...
Ave Maria Grotto lighting up ‘Christmas at the Grotto’ starting Dec. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ave Maria Grotto at St. Bernard Abbey will host a second edition of Christmas at the Grotto this December, building on the success of last year’s inaugural event which featured evening...
Wallace State’s Adrian Scott earns grant to implement open education resources
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Adrian Scott, director of the college’s Graphic Art and Design program, is the recipient of a grant from the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) and the...
Files from Yesteryear: 1936, 1950
From the files of 1936:
Congressman-elect, Luther Patrick of Birmingham will speak at the Cullman County Courthouse on Saturday afternoon at two o’clock. It is a meeting of the Roosevelt Club and a Democratic Rally...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Locked in and locked out
When our daughter, Robin, was 4 years old and Robert, Jr. was a little over a year old we had a problem of one being locked in and the other one locked out. Rudene...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Nov. 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 27 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 3,230 cases confirmed across the county since the...
Obituary: Daniel Timothy Thomas, Sr.
Daniel Timothy Thomas, Sr., 67, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020. Daniel was born April 30, 1953 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Joanne Bassler and Earl M. Thomas.
Daniel is survived by his...
Hanceville’s Tinsel Trail, Tree Lighting, Open House Dec. 4
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The fourth annual Civitan Tinsel Trail and Tree Lighting Ceremony at Hanceville’s Veterans Memorial Park are scheduled for Friday, Dec. 4 at 5 p.m. Visitors can already enjoy the Christmas displays...
Venison recipes perfect for holidays
David Rainer, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
When that Thanksgiving turkey has been reduced to a discarded carcass, it’s time to break out those wild game and fish recipes to enjoy the feast...
Wonderland Under Warrior returns to Rickwood Caverns State Park
One of the state’s unique holiday traditions returns this year at Rickwood Caverns State Park.
The park’s centerpiece cave system will be home to “Wonderland Under Warrior,” a magical experience as the cave is transformed...
31st annual Cullman County Christmas Parade Dec. 5
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - “Christmas is on! The parade is on!” exclaimed Hanceville Civitan and Parade Director Brenda Carter.
The 31st annual Cullman County Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 5 at noon. The parade...
Obituary: Glenn Lee Perry
Glenn Lee Perry, 86, of Addison entered into rest Thursday, Nov. 26, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Glenn was born April 29, 1934 in Cullman to John and Ruby Perry. He...
Obituary: Pauline Rebecca Robbins
Funeral services for Pauline Rebecca Robbins, 78, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020 at Center Point Baptist Church with Victor Quick and Darryl Bailey officiating; interment in Center Point...
Obituary: Jeffrey Paul Brown, Sr.
Memorial service details are incomplete at this time for Jeffrey Paul Brown, Sr., 55, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.
Mr. Brown passed away Friday, Nov. 27, 2020 at his...
Obituary: Lee Sharron Hogeland
Mrs. Lee Sharron Hogeland of Hanceville passed away Nov. 25, 2020 at the age of 77. She was born July 9, 1943 in Cullman to Grady Edward and Berta Mae Harbison Burney.
She worked at...
Obituary: Dorothy Carroll Henderson
Dorothy Carroll Henderson, 101, of Cullman, Alabama, left her earthly home and entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, 2020. She passed away peacefully at Woodland Nursing Village.
She was beloved by...
Obituary: James Douglas Chance
Graveside services for James Douglas Chance, 86, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 30, 2020 at Simcoe Methodist Cemetery; Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to be serving the...
Obituary: Franklin Raymond Duckworth
Funeral service for Franklin Raymond Duckworth, 87, of Cullman will be at 1:30 p.m. Dec. 1, 2020 at Bethel Baptist Church, Fayette, AL; Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery.
Cullman...
Obituary: Ollie Christine Graham
Funeral services for Ollie Christine Graham, 91, of Bremen, Alabama will be at 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 29, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Jerry Hackney will be officiating. Burial will follow at New...
Ivey announces 3rd year of record number of Alabama foster care adoptions
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey this week announced that, for the third year in a row, Alabama reported a record number of foster care adoptions. In Fiscal Year 2020, there were 814 foster...
‘We are a small town, but we have big dreams’
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Town of Holly Pond this week was awarded a Community Development Block Grants (CDGB) in the amount of $250,000 to construct a new senior citizen center.
Holly Pond Mayor Carla...
Mistletoe Market Friday, Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Christmas shopping will be in full swing Friday and Saturday, Nov. 27-28 at the Mistletoe Market at Loft 212 in downtown Cullman.
“We would love to have everyone come out and join...
Vote for your favorite!
CULLMAN, Ala. - This holiday season, the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce encouraged its member businesses to decorate their storefronts to bring holiday cheer to the downtown area. The Chamber invites you to visit...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Nov. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 27 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 3,192 cases confirmed across the county since the...
Rev. Don and Mary Strandlund celebrate 70th wedding anniversary
Don and Mary married Oct. 21, 1950 in Iuka, Mississippi. He attended Augustana College and Augustana Theological Seminary in Rock Island, Illinois.
Don and Mary served at Lutheran churches in Minnesota, Florida and Alabama before...
Bartlett earns professional municipal designation
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope Mayor Jerry Bartlett recently earned the designation of Advanced Certified Municipal Official.
According to a statement from the Alabama League of Municipalities:
“Mayor Jerry Bartlett of Good Hope has earned...
What are you thankful for?
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Tribune reached out this week to folks across the county with a simple question: “What are you thankful for?” With no limit on length or content, they could share...
CHS shows Thanksgiving love to campus neighbors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Between things like rush hour traffic and the beating drums of Friday night football, living next to Cullman High School can bring its own set of unique circumstances. But it also...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats roll Arab 69-40 to win HP Thanksgiving Tournament
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The 64th annual Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament concluded Wednesday night and after handling the Arab Knights 69-40 in the tournament finals, the Cullman Bearcats went home with the hardware. Cold...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Nov. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 36 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, with 3,165 cases confirmed across the county since the...
Obituary: Carolyn Swann
Memorial service details are incomplete at this time for Carolyn Swann, 77, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Swann passed away Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020 at Folsom Center. She was...
Obituary: Berniece Day
Memorial service details are incomplete at this time for Berniece Day, 77, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Day passed away Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020 at her residence. She...
Obituary: Ervin Dillon Webb
Graveside services for Mr. Ervin Dillon Webb, 86, of Vinemont will be held Dec. 12, 2020 at 10 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Cullman Alabama, Deacon Pete Nassetta officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: Larry Dwight Hines
Larry Dwight Hines, 55, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020. Larry was born Dec. 14, 1964 in Cullman, Alabama to Willodean Vines and Junior Hines.
Larry is survived by mother Willodean Vines...
Obituary: Thomas Timothy Drinkard
Thomas Timothy Drinkard of Cullman passed away Nov. 20, 2020 at the age of 81. He was born in Alabama Oct. 29, 1939 to Joe and Ollie Childers Drinkard.
Mr. Drinkard was a veteran of...
Obituary: Rayford Monroe Prichard (Ray)
Rayford Monroe Prichard (Ray) of Birmingham, Alabama passed away Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020 at the age of 87. Ray was born in Baileyton, Alabama Aug. 31, 1933 to Hurschel Rayford and Alice Frances Oliver...
Obituary: Billy Joel “Joe” Creel
Billy Joel “Joe” Creel, 62, of Arab passed away Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020. He was born Jan. 3, 1958, in Marshall County to Joel Billy and Donna White Creel.
Mr. Creel was talented with computers....
Obituary: Rejeana Ann Winsted
Rejeana Ann Winsted, 57, of Haleyville entered into rest Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020 at North Alabama Medical Center.
Mrs. Winsted was born Sept. 16, 1963 in Winfield, Alabama.
Visitation will be held Monday, Nov. 30, 2020...
Letter to the Editor: COVID-19 threatens access to medical treatment; stressed professionals go above...
My family and I experienced a near tragedy this week. I want to share this to give some insight into our current COVID situation but also for other reasons. My precious Mother fell, causing...
‘We are not going to get a do-over’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Mary McIntyre this week cautioned Alabamians about rising rates of COVID-19 and asked them to be vigilant during the days...
Pet of the Week: Spice up your holidays with Sage!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Sage is a 1.5-year-old English Setter/Hound mix. He’s a lively-but-not-crazy medium-energy pet who’s quickly picking up the...
CAPNA awarded $611,227 to assist low-income families with utility costs amid COVID-19 pandemic
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $13.8 million to help low-income households with home energy costs during the winter months amid the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Among the recipients is the...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 25, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 25, 2020. 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...
Cullman County Courts: Dec. 14 jury trial docket postponed
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Presiding Judge Gregory Nicholas on Wednesday issued an order postponing the Dec. 14, 2020 jury trial docket until a later time due to COVID concerns.
A press release issued with...
Hanceville Civic Center facelift continues
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Civic Center is undergoing a facelift and the City’s Public Works Department was hard at work Tuesday installing new flooring, painting and renovating the kitchen.
Mayor Kenneth Nail was overseeing...
‘Turkeys’ take plunge for Cullman libraries
CULLMAN, Ala. - Around 20 brave “turkeys” took a chilly dip in Smith Lake Saturday for The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County’s (FPLCC’s) inaugural Freezin’ for a Reason Turkey Plunge. The...
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Addison High School Class of 2017
Graduation will be on Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 8 p.m. at AG Hicks Stadium.
“As always we at Addison have another outstanding senior class....
