Share Club of Cullman donates $5K to Hospice of Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional’s Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. recently received a donation of $5,000 from the Share Club of Cullman. The contribution came from proceeds from the Share Club’s Christmas Tour of...
Obituary: Gene Wilson Carrol
Funeral services for Gene Wilson Carroll, 75 will be at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Monday, Feb. 17, 2020 with Bro. Dudley Brock and Bro. Malcolm Carter officiating; burial at Duck River.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Teresa Ann Brooks
Funeral services for Teresa Ann Brooks, 63, of Hayden will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Steve Martin officiating; burial will be at Garden City Cemetery.
Cullman...
Obituary: Vickie Lynn Williams
Memorial services for Vickie Williams will be Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home at 2 p.m.
Mrs. Williams passed away Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020 at her residence.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Margo Ergle
Funeral services for Margo Ergle, 69, of Crane Hill were at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Jones Chapel Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: Lillian Turner Edwards
On Feb. 15, 2020 Lillian Turner Edwards passed through Heaven’s gates at the age of 93.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19 at Hanceville Funeral Home with Reverends Stanley Owensby...
#IAmCullman: Jennifer Murphree of Jen Jen Photography
With this feature series, The Cullman Tribune is highlighting everyday individuals all around Cullman County who make our community a great place. #IAmCullman
She saved the money she received when she graduated and made a...
Westminster residents enjoy Valentine’s Day sock hop
CULLMAN, Ala. - Poodle skirts, root beer floats and rock & roll took over Westminster Assisted Living for Valentine’s Day Friday afternoon. The guys and gals let loose for a good old-fashioned sock hop,...
‘We just wanted to send a message of love’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A different type of love was in the air for Hanceville High School (HHS) Friday morning, when 400 valentine bags were given to students. Bags contained personal hygiene products and treats....
Funny Things from Yesterday: Shopping at K-Mart with our granddaughter
Our little granddaughter, Leanna, was a gentle, pleasant and mild child- except inside a shopping mall or a large department store. Then, she was like her Granny and went completely wild. She wanted to...
Files from Yesteryear: 1920
From the Files of 1920
Sympathy was extended to the Wash Gorman and the Dee Stricklin families in the passing of two devoted Christian women.
The many friends of Otto Hartung will be glad to learn...
Wallace State designated Military Friendly School for 7th consecutive year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College in Hanceville, Ala., has again been named a Military Friendly School by Viqtory Media, Inc.
Wallace State was recognized with the distinction for its record of military student success,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville upsets No. 1 Piedmont 52-50 in 2OT to advance to Northeast...
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – After surviving a thriller in the sub-regional at home against Locust Fork, the Hanceville Bulldogs traveled East Saturday night to face the top-ranked Piedmont Bulldogs in the Northeast Regional semifinals. After...
Obituary: Carolyn Wood
Funeral services for Carolyn Wood, 68, of Cullman will be at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Sunday, Feb. 16 at noon, with Steve Sutter officiating; burial at Zion Grove Baptist.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Cullman residents charged with selling meth
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man and a woman from Cullman were arrested recently for allegedly selling methamphetamine.
The Cullman Police Department Crime Suppression Unit (CSU), along with the Northeast Alabama State Drug Task Force, arrested...
Man steals Hanceville Police vehicle; pursuit ends in north Cullman
Updated 2-15-20 8:02 p.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A man stole a Hanceville Police vehicle Saturday night, leading the Hanceville Police Department, Cullman Police Department and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office through the city of Cullman along...
Kornfield Kounty comes to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Folks filled the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center Thursday afternoon for a hand-clapping, knee-slapping, foot-stomping, side-splitting good time as the “Hee Haw” gang took to the stage. Directed by the...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point rallies to defeat Mortimer Jordan 51-48 and advance to Northwest...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Play
at this year’s Northwest Regional Tournament resumed Saturday morning and at
noon, the West Point Lady Warriors tipped off their regional semifinal clash
against Mortimer Jordan. After trailing at halftime and falling behind...
Dodge City addresses sewage treatment plant contamination
DODGE CITY, Ala. - Dodge City Mayor Tawana Canada on Thursday night updated the council on the recent contamination of a “treatment lagoon” that is part of the town’s unique natural sewage treatment plant....
Made with love
CULLMAN, Ala. - Potters and volunteers were busy Friday afternoon at Cullman First United Methodist Church, washing the bowls that will be used at this Monday’s 17th annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County Chili...
Pet of the Week: Find this lucky Penny!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Penny is a 1-year-old terrier mix. She’s a laid-back, low-energy pet who’s great on her leash and...
A ‘ribbeting’ good time at the Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. – Valentine’s Day was celebrated in a frog-tastic way at the North Alabama Agriplex’s Little Farmers Preschool Program Friday morning. Program participants had the opportunity to celebrate the holiday with amphibious friends...
Obituary: Walter Charles Green
Walter Charles Green was born on Hog Mountain near High Rock Methodist Church April 7, 1938. His parents were John Robert Green and Mae Belle Johnson Green. He was the youngest of their seven...
Traffic stop leads to arrests for theft, warrants
Updated 2-14-20 at 9:51 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A traffic stop for driving without headlights Wednesday night led to four arrests.
Cullman Police Officer Jeff Mize, who made the stop in Town Square Shopping Center, said,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs holds off Tanner 54-42 to advance to Northwest Regional finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Your
defending state champion in Class 2A hit the floor at Wallace State’s Tom Drake
Coliseum Friday night to compete in the Northwest Regional semifinals and after
overcoming a slow start, the Cold Springs...
Cullman Area Technology Academy showcases programs at 2020 open house
VINEMONT, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey has declared February Alabama State Career/Technical Education Month, and faculty, staff and students at the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA, called by its old name, “Career Center,” by...
Stellar student: Holly Pond senior Zack Reynolds scores 35 on ACT, named National Merit...
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond High School senior Zack Reynolds just this week learned he has been named a National Merit Scholarship Finalist. Before that, the all-around stellar student added another achievement to...
(Updated) CPD finds drugs in home during DHR welfare check
UPDATED 2-14-4:50 p.m.
The Cullman Police Department has just told The Tribune that the minors were NOT in the home. They said the arresting officer was told the children were at the home, which initiated...
Fairview seniors treated to Valentine’s lunch
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Senior Center received a gift of love Thursday morning from their neighbors at Kingdom Life Church. The group was treated to a delicious spaghetti lunch. The senior center also...
Arrests and incidents reported Feb. 14, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 14, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...
Baileyton seniors crown Valentine King, Queen
BAILEYTON, Ala. - A new Valentine King and Queen were crowned Thursday morning at the Baileyton Senior Center. Newlyweds Jerry and Janese Mead were all smiles as they received their crowns at this year’s...
Alabama House votes to make targeting law enforcement officers hate crime
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On Thursday, the Alabama House of Representatives passed a bill that would add law enforcement officers to the list of groups protected from hate crimes and enhance penalties for the commission...
ALERT: Jury duty scam hits Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Circuit Court is warning Cullman-area residents that a telephone scam concerning jury duty has occurred in Cullman, and other victims in the area may be targeted.
The one confirmed...
Study group to ‘gather detailed information’ on gaming expansion in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday signed Executive Order 719, which formed the Study Group for Gambling Policy. The Study Group is tasked with gathering detailed information to allow the governor, the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Maddox passes Aycock to become Good Hope’s all-time leading scorer
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Raider
history was made during last week’s 4A, Area 12 Tournament. During Good Hope’s matchup
with Oneonta in the tournament title game, senior guard Cole Maddox passed
former Raiders standout Kyle Aycock to...
Hanceville mayor voices support for 1-cent tax; SFW veterans home moving forward
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The proposed 1-cent tax on the upcoming March 3 primary ballot and a rezoning request were the two main topics of discussion at Thursday evening’s Hanceville City Council meeting. Mayor Kenneth...
Obituary: Tommy Eugene Smith
Tommy Eugene Smith, of Cullman passed away Monday, Feb. 10, 2020 at the age of 57.
Tommy was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. He worked as a foreman at Wayne’s Acoustical and Drywall...
Obituary: Thomas Alvie Oden
Thomas Alvie Oden, of Cullman passed away Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020 at the age of 78.
Thomas was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. After...
Obituary: Larry Guy Bonner
Larry Guy Bonner, Sr., of Cullman, Alabama passed away Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020. He was born Dec. 25, 1949 to Arthur Ford and Dorothy Ann Sparks Bonner. His parents and wife preceded him in...
Obituary: James Howard (Jimmy) Hope
A memorial service for Mr. James Howard (Jimmy) Hope will be at 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020 at St. John’s Baptist in Hanceville, AL. Mr. Hope passed away at his residence Feb. 11,...
Obituary: Diane Frances Morgan
Funeral services for Diane Frances Morgan, 59, of Hanceville, Alabama will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville, Alabama. Eulogy...
CHS pageant hopefuls
On Saturday, Feb. 22, Cullman High School will host the 2019-2020 Miss Southerner Pageant and the 2020 Fair Queen Representative Pageant.
CPD sees fewer wrecks, significant drop in traffic fatalities in 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. - After 2018 proved to be the worst year ever for traffic fatalities in the city of Cullman, the Cullman Police Department (CPD) is relieved to report a drop of more than...
Arrests and incidents reported Feb. 13, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 13, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents reported.
Arrests
Feb. 10
Cross,...
Firearm-free Frog Festival?
SUMITON, Ala. - Cullman attorney Champ Crocker on Feb. 6, 2020 filed a lawsuit against Sumiton Mayor Petey Ellis on behalf of BamaCarry, Inc., a statewide pro-Second Amendment organization, over the City of Sumiton’s...
Extended closure of U.S. Hwy. 231 in Lacey’s Spring expected due to cracking in...
LACEY’S SPRING, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) said Thursday to “expect an extended closure for U.S. (Highway) 231 southbound and northbound” in Lacey’s Spring in Morgan County. The closure is due...
PREP BASKETBALL: Local teams tipping off Regional Tournament games Friday night
CULLMAN, Ala. – We’re
now in the thick of postseason basketball and only five local teams remain in
the field to chase a state title. The defending 2A state champion Lady Eagles
of Cold Springs will tip...
Prayer vigil for injured deputy this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local church is hosting a prayer vigil for critically-injured Cullman County Sheriff's Deputy Adam Clark and his injured K9 partner, Figo.
Pure Faith Ministries will hold the event this Saturday,...
Marshall: ‘An attack on law enforcement in Alabama is an attack on all of...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney Gen. Steve Marshall, joined by other leaders in state and local law enforcement, addressed the press Wednesday in Montgomery about the killings of seven Alabama law enforcement officers over...
LIST: Local Valentine’s Day events
CULLMAN, Ala. – Valentine’s Day is tomorrow. That’s right, you have one day left to get that card or gift! We can’t help you with that, but we CAN let you know about some...
Chairman candidates, CCBOE headline Republican Women meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - With only three weeks to go until the March 3 primary, all four Republican Cullman County Commission chairman candidates had an opportunity Tuesday evening at the Cullman County Republican Women meeting...
18 Cullman-area students named to UA President’s List, 31 to Dean’s List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 12,050 students enrolled during the 2019 fall semester at The University of Alabama were named to the Dean's List with an academic record of 3.5 or above or...
Obituary: Joseph Howard “Joe” Dickinson, Jr.
Joseph Howard “Joe” Dickinson, Jr., 72, of Hackleburg passed away Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020 at his residence.
He was born March 23, 1947 to Joseph H. Dickinson, Sr. and Ruby H. Dickinson.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing,...
Obituary: Zelda Kay Brown
Funeral services for Zelda Kay Brown, 62, of Bethsadia, Alabama will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home chapel. Burial will follow at Bethsadia Cemetery located in Bethsadia, Alabama....
Obituary: Jacqueline Jewell Maze
Memorial services for Jacqueline Jewell Maze, 68, of Arab, Alabama are incomplete and will be announced at a later date. Mrs. Maze passed away at her residence Feb. 12, 2020.
She was born Aug. 28,...
Obituary: Kevin Lee Cadle
Funeral services for Kevin Lee Cadle, 44, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Greg Kugler officiating; interment in Cullman Heritage Cemetery. Visitation...
Obituary: Freddie Zane Hill
Funeral services for Freddie Zane Hill, 78, of Vinemont will be at noon Friday, Feb. 14, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Stanley Dye and Rev. Kerry Cleghorn officiating; interment in Vinemont...
State, local leaders present more than $77K to 3 Town Creek families devastated by...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Fifty-five days after an EF-2 tornado wiped out three homes in Town Creek, Alabama taking the lives of two, leaving four others severely injured in the care of three different hospitals,...
Vinemont council sets pay rates for next administration, talks community food pantry
Updated 2-13-20 8:15 a.m.
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday evening set the pay rates for the town’s next administration. Future council members will receive $300 per month, the same as their...
TRAFFIC INFO: TN River Bridge to be repaired Friday, Feb. 14
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) advises motorists that crews will repair the deck of the Tennessee River Bridge on Interstate 65 northbound from about 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14,...
Critically injured CCSO Deputy Adam Clark ‘making progress’
Updated 2-12-20 at 4:36 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala.- Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry said Deputy Adam Clark, who was critically injured in a wreck early Tuesday morning, is "making progress."
Gentry addressed the media Wednesday at East...
Wallace State to host Open House for prospective students Feb. 25
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host an open house Tuesday, Feb. 25 from 4:30-7:30 p.m., providing prospective students and their parents the opportunity to learn more about the college, its programs,...
PREP SOFTBALL: Holly Pond’s Ashley Duke signs with Judson College
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The
library at Holly Pond High School was packed with friends, family, teammates
and coaches Wednesday morning to celebrate the next stage of one Bronco’s athletic
and academic career. Senior infielder Ashley Duke...
Colony talks debt repayment, summer food program
COLONY, Ala. - The Colony Town Council on Tuesday evening shared that it is restructuring payments on its two outstanding debts in order to save the Town money. A debt to Compass Bank for...
Back open! Eva Road bridge is complete; road open to traffic today
CULLMAN, Ala. – The day is finally here. Fifteen months after the stretch of Eva Road between Forrest Avenue Northeast and Scenic Drive Northeast was closed for new bridge construction, the bridge is complete,...
CEDA, Cullman Regional Airport projects presented to commission
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) Director Dale Greer and Cullman Regional Airport General Manager Ben Harrison both addressed the Cullman County Commission at its work session and meeting Tuesday morning, bringing...
PREP BASKETBALL: Campbell’s last-second free throws push Hanceville past Locust Fork in OT and...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville
is heading back to Jacksonville State for the Northeast Regional after taking
down Locust Fork in a thrilling, sub-regional showdown that couldn’t be decided
in four quarters. Bulldogs guard Tyson Bellmon drilled a...
Senior Spotlight: Chatting with Polly Easterwood, part 2
Polly Easterwood may have been reluctant about moving to Holly Pond several decades ago, but now there is no place she would rather call home. In 1988, Easterwood retired from teaching music at Holly...
Obituary: I.Q. Riggs
Funeral services for I.Q. Riggs, 82, of Vinemont will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in Bell Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday,...
Obituary: Thomas Grady Posey
Thomas Grady Posey, of Cullman passed away Feb. 10, 2020 at the age of 69.
He was born in Cullman June 25, 1950 to Leon Eldon and Mildred Urilla Woody Posey.
He is preceded in death...
Be the change: Fairview High focusing on character, academics, life preparedness
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – A positive environment can have a dramatic impact on mood and attitude, helping students focus more directly on their hopes, dreams and goals. That’s what Fairview High School Principal Dr. Chris...
Eva Road bridge to reopen Wednesday, Feb. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - Eva Road bridge will re-open Wednesday, Feb. 12. The City of Cullman made the announcement Tuesday.
"After several rain delays, the City of Cullman is happy to announce that the Eva Road...
Commission declares State of Emergency for Cullman County; Cheatwood named new county engineer
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its Tuesday morning meeting declared a State of Emergency for Cullman County based on a recommendation from Cullman Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Phyllis Little.
“We experienced...
Dial 2-1-1 hotline to connect to local services when in need
CULLMAN, Ala. - Everyone knows to call 9-1-1 in an emergency, but do you know about 2-1-1? It’s a hotline number and partner program of United Way of Cullman County that links callers to...
PREP CHEERLEADING: Good Hope, Cullman cheer squads shine at UCA National Championships
ORLANDO, Fla. – Two local schools were represented at this year’s UCA National High School Cheerleading Championships at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports at the Walt Disney World Resort and both of them are...
Arrests and incidents reported Feb. 11, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 11, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...
Cullman mayor, council president, city school board weigh in on proposed school tax
CULLMAN, Ala. - Debate has been fierce and rumors have swirled since a 1-cent tax proposed by the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) was placed on the March 3 primary ballot. If passed,...
(Update) CCSO Deputy Adam Clark in critical condition after early morning crash
Updated 2-11-20 at 6:39 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputy remains in critical condition in Huntsville Hospital, following a car crash early Tuesday morning. Deputy Adam Clark was injured, along...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison’s postseason run ends with sub-regional loss to Tanner
ADDISON, Ala. – The
Addison Lady Dawgs hosted the Tanner Lady Rattlers at Stephenson Gym in the sub-regional
round of the state tournament Monday night. Addison came in with a sparkling
21-2 record and Tanner sported a...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Bearcats drop sub-regional matchup against Athens
CULLMAN, Ala. – After
winning its last meeting with Athens, Cullman looked for another huge win
against the Lady Golden Eagles, but this time, their season was on the line.
After trailing at the halftime break, the...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point downs East Limestone 57-50 to earn back to back trips...
WEST POINT, Ala. – For
the second consecutive season, the West Point Lady Warriors have defeated East
Limestone in the sub-regionals and will move on to play in the Northwest
Regional Tournament at Wallace State. The Lady...
Garden City Town Council talks 1-cent sales tax, 2020 Census
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Garden City Town Council welcomed Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman to its February meeting Monday evening. Marchman was in attendance to provide information about the proposed 1-cent sales tax...
Obituary: Albert Thurlow Bell
Albert Thurlow Bell, 82, of Double Springs entered into rest Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020 at Lakeland Hospital.
He was born May 24, 1937 in Double Springs, Alabama.
Visitation is Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020 from 6-9 p.m....
Obituary: Darryl Lee Stapp
Funeral services for Darryl Lee Stapp, 57, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home chapel. Reverend Randy Sellers will be officiating. Burial will follow at Welti/Cumberland...
Obituary: Jackie C. Holmes
Jackie C. Holmes passed away Monday, Feb. 10, 2020.
She is survived by her husband Danny Holmes; son Tim (Jim) Trowhill; and grandchildren Chris Trowhill and Ella Trowhill.
A private family funeral will be held at...
Obituary: Mary Sue Eubanks
Funeral services for Mary Sue Eubanks, 96, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Shirley Witcher officiating; interment in Mt. Zion Cemetery. Visitation will...
Obituary: Brenda Sue Hopkins
Brenda Sue Hopkins of Bremen passed away Feb. 10, 2020 at the age of 69.
She was born in Cullman May 1, 1950 to Glendol and Floris Stancil McClendon.
She is preceded in death by her...
Cullman council approves road construction for NAFCO, tax abatement for Royal Technologies; update on...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening awarded a bid for construction of an access road from the North Alabama Fabricating Company (NAFCO) to County Road 222 to Carcel & G...
WSCC women’s golf wins Mardi Gras Invitational; men’s golf, basketball, softball, baseball updates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s eighth-ranked women’s golf team opened the spring season in convincing fashion over the weekend, winning the 2020 Mardi Gras Invitational in Mobile.
Wallace State had all five of its golfers...
PREP BASKETBALL: Local teams tipping off sub-regionals tonight
CULLMAN, Ala.-
Sub-regionals are here and several local teams are looking to keep their
respective seasons alive. Everyone is in "win or go home" mode from
now on. On the girls’ side, Addison, Cold Springs, Cullman and...
Arrests and incidents reported Feb. 10, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 10, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents reported.
Arrests
Feb. 6
Ballentine,...
Area under Flood Warning
The National Weather Service in Huntsville Alabama has issued a Flood Warning for southwestern Jackson County, Marshall County, Madison County, Lauderdale County, Limestone County, Colbert County, DeKalb County, Cullman County, Franklin County, Morgan County...
Roaring 20s event raises funds for independent living skills apartment
CULLMAN, Ala. - Flourish of Cullman on Saturday evening hosted a fundraiser, the “Roaring 20s” Bingo Night and Silent Auction, at Goat Island Brewing. The organization, which helps people with developmental disabilities gain skills...
Obituary: Donald Ray “Pedo” Daniel
Donald Ray “Pedo” Daniel, of Cullman passed away Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020 at the age of 87.
Pedo, as he was nicknamed many years ago, was a very loving and caring husband, daddy and papa....
Obituary: Kenneth R. Watts
Kenneth R. Watts, passed away Friday, Feb. 7, 2020 to be with his loving wife Ann Marie of 60 years.
A man of strong faith and love for all, his kindness and devotion shall forever...
Obituary: James Glover Stanford
Funeral services for James Glover Stanford, 82, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020 at Bethlehem West Baptist Church with Shane Wheeler officiating; burial at the adjoining cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Karen Hagen Booth
Karen Hagen Booth, 62, of Haleyville passed away Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Karen was born March 17, 1957 in Georgia to C.R. and Arlene Hagen.
She liked to crochet and she loved...
WWII veterans stars of this year’s CHS Jazz Band Big Band Dance
CULLMAN, Ala. - A magical night was had Friday, courtesy of the Cullman High School Jazz Band, at the 24th annual Big Band Dance at Stone Bridge Farms. This year’s dance was dedicated to...
Ivey, ADOL urge employers to hire veterans, apply for federal designation
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey joined U.S. Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia and Alabama Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington in urging employers to recruit and employ Alabama’s veterans. The U.S. Department of Labor announced earlier...
Saint Bernard enjoys sold-out drawdown dinner
CULLMAN, Ala. - Saint Bernard boosters hosted a sold-out crowd for its annual Booster Club Drawdown Dinner Saturday, Feb. 1. In all, 437 tickets were sold for $100 each and a dozen were held...
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Obituary: William Jackson Matlock
A Celebration of Life service for William Jackson Matlock of Hanceville will be at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.
Mr....
