Vinemont Christian Academy’s 2019 commencement this Friday
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Christian Academy’s 2019 commencement will be Friday, May 17 at 7 p.m. The service will be in the sanctuary of Soul’s Harbor Free Will Baptist Church.
This year our graduate is...
Gudger praises Gov. Ivey for signing abortion ban
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman issued a statement Thursday praising Gov. Kay Ivey for signing House Bill 314 into law Wednesday.
Gudger's statement, in full:
“I appreciate Governor Ivey standing strong for life by...
‘My Alabama’ exhibit features photographs from John Dersham
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College is winding down an exhibition featuring the photographs of acclaimed Alabama photographer John Dersham.Dozens of photographs are on display in the Exhibit...
Hidden garden
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the start of summer comes warm weather and bright sunny days, giving the perfect weather conditions to enjoy some time outdoors. Cullman County has no shortage of outdoor activities and...
Missing Cullman man found alive in Texas; circumstances unclear
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man who has been missing since April 19, 2019 has been found alive in Texas. Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper said the New Orleans Police Department confirmed Charles Steven...
12 Cullman-area students graduate from Jacksonville State
Updated 5-16-19 at 5:54 p.m.
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University conferred degrees to 774 students at its spring commencement ceremony May 3, 2019 on Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium.
Cullman-area degree recipients included:
Laura...
Obituary: Wanda Carol Adamson Lovell
Wanda Carol Adamson Lovell, 68, of the Holly Springs Community, was born on Dec. 11, 1950 and passed away on May 14, 2019.
Preceding her in death were her parents Riley Lindeburg and Carol Marie...
Obituary: Larry D. Walker
Mr. Larry D. Walker, 87, of Arab passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. No services are planned.
Obituary: Marty Robertson
Marty Robertson, 59, of Holly Pond, passed away. He was born September 27, 1959, to Clifton and Betty Bradford Robertson.
Mr. Robertson is preceded in death by his parents, Clifton and Betty Robertson, and a...
Obituary: Claudette Hatchett
Funeral services for Claudette Hatchett, 71, of Riverside, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Tim Holder officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of...
Ivey signs near total abortion ban bill into law
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed into law the Alabama Human Life Protection Act, after both houses of the Alabama Legislature passed HB314.
Upon signing the bill, Governor Ivey released the...
Hanceville’s Richard L. Campbell graduates USAF basic training
U.S. Air Force Airman Richard L. Campbell recently graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: ‘Cats preparing to take on Chelsea in 6A State Championship Series
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – After spending the regular season on the road, winning three of their four playoff series’ on the road and knocking off the reigning state champions on their field, the Cullman Bearcats...
Arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Raiders headed to Montgomery with one goal in mind
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
- Good Hope's 2019 softball season up to this point has been nothing short of
incredible under new head coach Tim Tucker, as they won 9 out of their first 11
games to start out...
Vinemont High School Class of 1994 holds 25-year reunion
The Vinemont High School Class of 1994 held its 25-year reunion Saturday, May 4, 2019 at The Brandin’ Iron in West Point.
Pictured are: (front row, left to right): Kenny Haynes, Shawn Warnke, Brian Echols,...
Vinemont Council mulls half-cent sales tax increase
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night discussed possibly raising the town’s sales tax by a half-cent in an effort to help Vinemont schools. There was no vote on Mayor Radginal...
Obituary: Dwight “Lynn” Walls
Funeral services for Dwight "Lynn" Walls, 44, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in Bethlehem West Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Miles Alan Creel
Memorial services for Miles Alan Creel, 63, of Bremen, will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Sacred Heart Church with Father Patrick Egan, OSB officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Obituary: Elsie J. Mackentepe Patterson
Elsie J. Mackentepe Patterson, 81, was born on Nov. 12, 1937 in Cullman, Alabama and passed away on May 12, 2019 in Cullman, Alabama.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 16 from 6:30-9 p.m. at Moss...
Obituary: James “Jim” Edward Witte
James Edward Witte, 79, of Cullman, passed away Monday, May 13, 2019.
Jim was born May 24, 1939 to Robert L. and Mary Kathryn Witte in Birmingham, Alabama.
He is survived by his wife, Jan Blair...
Pet of the Week: Say hello to Uncle Henny!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Uncle Henny is a 2-year-old hound mix described as an “over-sized beagle look-alike” with a stubby tail...
Arrests and incidents reported May 14, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on May 14, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or...
Cullman Chamber earns top-4 finish in national Chamber of Year competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center was recently named one of the top chambers of commerce in the country, placing fourth in its category in the Association of...
Alabama Farmers Federation welcomes Cullman County native Tanner Quick for internship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Cullman County native Tanner Quick will amplify her agricultural education skills during an internship with the Alabama Farmers Federation.
She began work May 13 and will intern with the Federation’s Organization Department...
Cullman Police aviators commended for finding lost hikers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Police Department (CPD) aviation division pilots Captain Gene Bates and Officer Matt Dean on Monday evening received commendations during the Cullman City Council meeting. The two responded to a mutual...
Letter carriers collect 10K pounds of food in annual food drive
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 27th annual Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive took place this past Saturday, with carriers in Cullman County picking up approximately 10,000 pounds of donated food on their routes....
Farming conference for veterans coming to Wallace State this Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - This Saturday, May 18, the Veteran Farmers Conference will take place at Wallace State Community College. Sponsored by The Alabama Mountains, Rivers & Valleys Resource Conservation & Development Council, the conference...
Hanceville’s Alex Campbell named Cullman County Student of the Year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville High School senior Alex Campbell was recently named the Cullman County Student of the Year by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce. He was recognized at the Chamber’s State of...
Ribbon cut on re-opened All Steak Restaurant
CULLMAN, Ala. - Downtown Cullman’s landmark All Steak Restaurant held its official re-opening Monday, with new owners Dyron Powell and Zac Wood cutting the ribbon at the center of a large crowd that included...
Cullman City Council votes ‘No’ on controversial rezoning request
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening stunned residents in the neighborhood around Morningside Drive by agreeing with them, at least for now. Council members voted unanimously against the rezoning of...
Obituary: Cary Wayne Simmons
Cary Wayne Simmons, 69, of Arley, entered into rest on Sunday, May 12, 2019 surrounded by his loving family.
Wayne was born on Aug. 4, 1949 in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Hialeah High School...
Obituary: Ruth Merritt
Services for Ruth Merritt, 82, of Hanceville will be Tuesday May 14, 2019. Visitation will start at 1:30 at Hanceville Funeral Home. Following the visitation will be a graveside service at 3 p.m. at...
Obituary: Ann Chandler Smith
Ann Chandler Smith, 84 of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2019.
Ann was a loving mother and grandmother and always enjoyed spending time with her family. She was an Alfa Insurance Agent in...
Obituary: Jackie Chappell Leathers
Funeral services for Jackie Chappell Leathers, 66, of Blountsville, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bobby Murphee officiating; interment in Mulberry Baptist Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Joy Tolley
Mrs. Joy Tolley, 80, of Cullman passed away on Monday, May 13, 2019. The family will receive friends on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Cullman Funeral Home from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cullman Funeral...
Incoming Wallace State students make up inaugural FAME class as sponsors announce selections
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Mechatronics program recently hosted its inaugural Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) signing as 13 students were announced as the first group to be sponsored by local business and...
Arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 9
domestic violence; CR...
Wallace State celebrates 53rd commencement
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College and President Dr. Vicki Karolewics celebrated the college’s 53rd commencement at Tom Drake Coliseum Friday. More than 700 students participated in the ceremony, while a record of...
Citizens Charity Classic raises $175K in 5 years for FCA
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. - Citizens Bank & Trust hosted its fifth annual Citizens Charity Classic Golf Tournament on Monday, May 6, 2019. Held at Gunter’s Landing Golf Club, the tournament again benefited Northeast Alabama Fellowship...
Obituary: Virginia Lee Calvert
Graveside funeral services for Virginia Lee Calvert, 79, of Cullman, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at Livingston Chapel Cemetery, with Bro. Ron Collett officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral home is in charge of...
Obituary: Ruth D. Hagemore
Ruth D. Hagemore of Vinemont Alabama passed away May 11, 2019 at the age of 75.
She was born Feb. 20, 1944 to Reford and Opal Meigs Thompson.
She is preceded in death by her parents,...
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-65 guardrail repairs in Cullman Co. Monday-Wednesday this week
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) advises motorists that crews will be repairing guardrail next week at various locations on Interstate 65 in Cullman County between Exit 299 (Alabama 69 in...
Files from Yesteryear: 1900, 1930
From the files of 1900:
Dickerman has purchased the sawmill belonging to V. Turney, near Vinemont.
Doctor W.A. Barclift, of Hartselle, is having a cottage erected on the bluff, overlooking the Vinemont railroad station and will...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Marion County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature, "The 67-County Alabama Garden Party," will spotlight different counties each...
Obituary: Montie Ray Free
Montie Ray Free, 84, of Holly Pond, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2019. He was born August 6, 1934, to Montie Wert and Cholie Temperance Orr Free.
Mr. Free served our country honorably in...
Obituary: John Kenneth Walker
Funeral services for John Kenneth Walker, 79, of Cullman, will be sy 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Chapel, with Tim Aris and Benjamin Smothers officiating. Interment will be in...
ARCHERY: Local squads compete in Kentucky at NASP National Tournaments; full local results
LOUISVILLE, KY.
– Several local squads were in the field with thousands of other archers for NASP
national tournaments in Louisville over the last few days and landed in different
spots all over leaderboard, including some top...
Mark and Abigail Long, a father-daughter pair, graduate Wallace State together
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Mark and Abigail Long circled this week for nearly a year.
Both father and daughter graduated together from Wallace State on Friday night as the college celebrated its 53rd commencement.
Mark Long, 44,...
‘She’s the teacher you would want your kid to have’
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont High School teacher Shannon Bridges was surprised Friday morning at the school’s annual awards ceremony when she was named the Air Force Association (AFA) Alabama State Teacher of the Year...
Dinner on First coming May 17, benefiting Art Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, May 17, Cullman Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism (CP&R) will hold its third annual Dinner on First event, beginning at 6 p.m. on First Avenue Northeast in downtown Cullman's...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Raiders punch their ticket to State Tournament with walk-off win, Regional...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala.
– After battling through hours of rain delays and a lightning delay midway through
the regional title game, the Good Hope Lady Raiders made their way through the
West Central Regional Tournament unscathed to advance...
Obituary: Leroy Ray
Funeral services for Mr. Leroy Ray will begin at 11 a.m. Monday, May 13, 2019 at Robert Barham Family Funeral Home chapel with Dr. Carl White and Dr. Corey Fontan. Interment will follow at...
Obituary: Ledger Scott Foust
Graveside services for Ledger Scott Foust, son of Judd and Heather Foust, will be Monday, May 13, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Bethlehem East Cemetery in Hanceville, AL. Ledger passed Thursday May 9, 2019...
Obituary: Rebecca “Becky” Graves Cofer
Rebecca "Becky" Graves Cofer, 63, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on May 9, 2019. She was the daughter of J.C. and Vetra Calvert Graves.
Ms. Cofer leaves to cherish her memory her parents; daughter, Brittanie...
Obituary: Jeanne Marie Sacra Moxley
Jeanne Marie Sacra Moxley, 50, was born on Oct. 25, 1968 and passed away May 9, 2019.
Visitation will be Tuesday, May 14 from 11 a.m.-noon at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow...
Obituary: Freeda Reid
Freeda Reid passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Hanceville Nursing Home. She was born Sept. 10, 1930 to Allen and Lula Gregory.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Gene...
Obituary: Wilmer Ray Perry
Funeral services for Wilmer Ray Perry, 73, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 13, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Don Froelich officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Dodge City moves forward with drainage plans for CR 216, welcomes local Girl Scouts
DODGE CITY, Ala. – The Dodge City Town Council on Thursday evening discussed the plan and project proposal for replacing the drainage structure under County Road 216/Beech Grove Road at Simpson Creek.
Stephen Blankenship...
PREP CHEER: Holly Pond’s Jacey Wise signs with Wallace State
HOLLY POND, Ala.
– Friday was a big day at Holly Pond High School for senior cheerleader Jacey
Wise along with her friends, family and teammates as they gathered in the
library to recognize Wise as she...
Arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests...
Holly Pond Elementary celebrates 61st annual Spring Festival
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Wonderful World of Disney took over Holly Pond’s Felton Easterwood Gymnasium Thursday night for the school’s 61st annual Spring Festival. The elementary students put on a magical show inspired...
Jacksonville State University and Wallace State announce transfer agreement
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University and Wallace State Community College have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop pathways for transfer from the community college to the university.
“We look forward to the strengthening...
Hanceville streetscape project comes in more than $270K under budget
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail on Thursday evening was happy to report to the city council that the City’s recently completed streetscape project came in at $20,040.31. A few last expenses...
PREP SOFTBALL WRAP-UP: Regional Tournaments stretch late into Thursday night for local teams
FLORENCE, Ala.
– After waiting through hours of rain delays on Thursday, day one of this year’s
AHSAA Regional softball tournaments is in the books. Four local teams were in
action for Regionals yesterday, two of which...
Obituary: Sherrill Armond Hale
Sherrill Armond Hale, 90, of Addison, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at home.
Sherrill was born on Oct. 1, 1928 in Cullman County, Alabama. He was loved by all who knew him. ...
Obituary: Shirley Faye Overton
Shirley Faye Overton, 75, of Haleyville, Alabama entered into rest on May 8, 2019 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, Alabama.
Shirley was born Dec. 14, 1943 in Cherokee, Alabama.
Family will receive friends on...
Obituary: Betty Marie Williams
Betty Marie Williams, 77, of Addison, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Betty was born on July 21, 1941 in Arley, Alabama. Betty graduated from Meek High School...
Obituary: Addie “Boots” Maynard
Mrs. Addie "Boots" Maynard, 91, of Cullman passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2019.
Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Obituary: James Johnson
Funeral services for James Johnson, 84, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 10, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Phillip DeWayne Breedlove
Phillip DeWayne Breedlove, 56, of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2019.
No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: William Hansel Drake
William Hansel Drake, 93, was born on Sept. 17, 1925 and passed away on May 9, 2019.
Visitation will be Monday, May 13 from 10:30 a.m.-noon at Moss Service Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Life Funeral...
Obituary: Alberta Irene Durham
Alberta Irene Durham, 92, was born on Dec. 28, 1926 and passed away on May 8, 2019.
Mrs. Durham was a member of 7th Street Baptist Church. She was very involved in working in the...
Obituary: Frank James Sorrow
Frank James Sorrow, 72, was born on April 1, 1947 and passed away on May 8, 2019.
Visitation will be Saturday, May 11 from 2-3 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home Chapel. 11 May
A Celebration...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Wallace State baseball’s Easton Kirk earns ACCC Triple Crown; Lions begin...
HANCEVILLE, ALA. -- Wallace State sophomore Easton Kirk achieved one of the rarest feats in baseball this season, winning the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Triple Crown.
The Piedmont native led the conference during...
Central Alabama Community Foundation awards Fran Kay Schwaiger Scholarship to Cullman’s Lillimae Allen
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) on Wednesday, May 8 awarded the Fran Kay Schwaiger Scholarship to a deserving student at Cullman High School. The scholarship was created in honor of...
PREP SOCCER: Cullman’s Branham signs with Birmingham-Southern after record-setting career
CULLMAN, Ala.
– After spending the last six years playing for the Lady Bearcats and filling the
record books, Cullman’s Abby Branham signed an athletic scholarship with
Birmingham-Southern College Thursday to stretch her playing career to the...
PREP TRACK & FIELD: Cold Springs’ Campbell signs with Montevallo
BREMEN, Ala.
– Family, teammates, friends, coaches and more packed out the library at Cold Springs
High School Thursday afternoon to recognize an Eagle athlete extending her career
to the next level. Cold Springs’ Kinley Campbell signed...
Arrests and incidents reported May 9, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 9, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsMay 6
menacing; CR 1490
trespassing;...
‘Lyndon’s Walk Across America’ coming to Cullman this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday, concerned citizens will gather at Sportsman Lake Park in Cullman for a local stop of Lyndon’s Walk Across America, an event to raise awareness of Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) and...
CATA Health Science students complete landmark program, reflect on remarkable year
CULLMAN, Ala. - This month, Cullman County high schools will graduate a group of students who will be ready to take off their caps and gowns, put on scrubs or uniforms, and go right...
City School Board opens bidding for playground equipment
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met for a special called meeting Thursday morning to open the bidding process for new playground equipment for the Cullman City Primary School. The new playground...
Gracie Hudspeth named 2019 Cullman County Career Technical Education Student of the Year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Carmen “Gracie” Hudspeth, a Hanceville High School senior enrolled in the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Health Science program, was recently selected as CATA’s 2019 Career Technical Education (CTE) Student of...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: ‘Cats headed back to Montgomery after sweeping Hueytown on the road
HUEYTOWN, Ala.
– After sweeping the Golden Gophers on their home field with a 13-11 win in
game one and a 2-0 win in game two, the Cullman Bearcats are headed back to Montgomery
for the fifth...
11-year-old Denna Chivers holding 3rd annual yard sale to help animals
CULLMAN, Ala. - Young animal advocate Denna Chivers is getting ready for her third annual yard sale to benefit the Cullman County Animal Shelter. This year, on Saturday, May 18, the yard sale will...
Alabama Bait Bill becomes law
MONTGOMERY, Ala.- Hunters in Alabama can now hunt white-tailed deer (when in season) and feral pigs with the aid of bait on privately owned or leased lands if they have purchased and are in...
Obituary: Dorothy Louise Billingsley
Dorothy Louise Billingsley, 54, was born on Sept. 6, 1964 and passed away on May 4, 2019.
Obituary: Randy Nolan Moses
Mr. Randy Nolan Moses, 65, of Horton passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2019.
No services are planned.
Obituary: Robert Leon Watson
Robert Leon Watson, 92, of Nesmith entered into rest on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at his home.
Mr. Watson was born on Sept. 22, 1926.
Complete obituary and arrangement information will be announced Thursday at noon.
Obituary: Chase Alexander Williams
Chase Alexander Williams, 16, of Double Springs, entered into rest on May 6, 2019.
Chase was born on Oct. 10, 2002 in Montgomery, Alabama. He enjoyed playing on his phone, listening to music, fishing, basketball,...
Obituary: James Ernest Shaw
Graveside services for James Ernest Shaw, 71, of Jasper, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Corinth West Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Shaw passed away...
Wallace State’s Culinary Pride Club wins Gumbo Gala trophy for 3rd straight year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Culinary Pride Club has won the Gumbo Gala trophy for the third consecutive year.
Wallace State’s Culinary team won the best student team seafood gumbo and the overall Chef’s Choice...
Wallace State holding commencement exercises May 10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College and President Vicki Karolewics will host Commencement Exercises on Friday, May 10, 2019, at Tom Drake Coliseum, starting at 6 p.m. More than 700 students are expected...
Arrests and incidents reported May 8, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on May 8, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...
Holly Pond to install new speed limit, school zone speed limit signs
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Tuesday night spent a good portion of its meeting discussing new speed limit signs as well as new school zone speed limit signs with...
CDC’s accessible playground underway; funds still being raised
CULLMAN, Ala. - After lots of waiting, hoping and fundraising, the Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) is seeing its new accessible playground start to take shape. Principal Chris Chambers took The Tribune on...
Obituary: Billy Edwards
Billy Edwards, 89, of Oneonta, AL was born on Oct. 12, 1929 to the late W. F. and Ethel Sims Edwards and passed away on May 7, 2019 at St. Vincent's East Hospital.
He was...
Obituary: James Carl Horne
Memorial services for Mr. James Carl Horne, 92, of Cullman are on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 10 a.m. at West President Church of Christ in Greenwood, Mississippi, Mike Schmitz officiating.
Mr. Horne passed away...
Obituary: John “Thad” Bates
John “Thad” Bates of Cullman passed away May 6, 2019 at the age of 91.
He was born June 1, 1927 in Cullman to Robert Lemuel and Mamie Trimble Bates.
He is preceded in death by...
Obituary: Delilah Faye Perry
Graveside services for Delilah Faye Perry, 84, of Hanceville, will be at Hopewell Cemetery at a later date.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ms. Perry passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2019...
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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...
