Cruise In & Car Show to benefit Blakney family after devastating fire
CULLMAN, Ala. - The upcoming Cruise In & Car Show benefiting the Blakney family will be held on Sept. 21, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Baileyton Drag Strip. This event is organized to...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 19, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 19, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 16
domestic violence; CR 1177
theft...
Willkommen to Cullman Oktoberfest: Oct. 3-5
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman is a small town filled with rich German history woven into the very fabric of its culture. Col. John G. Cullmann, who founded the town in the 1800s, brought along...
St. Bernard’s Willa Smith named National Merit Semifinalist
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School is proud to announce that senior Willa Smith has been named a Semifinalist in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. Smith is among the elite group of...
Obituary: Barbara Jester Laney
Funeral service for Barbara Jester Laney, age 79, of Cullman is Friday, September 20, 2024, at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. Officiating the service will be Rev. Steve Rodgers, obituary reading by...
Obituary: David Leddell Davis Jr.
David Leddell Davis Jr., age 63, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on September 15, 2024.
David spent his life on his cattle farm with his beloved wife of 36 years, Cindy Davis. Over the...
FAITH: ‘Helping others, especially kids, find God is very important to me’: Cold Springs’...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Adriana Young is a senior at Cold Springs High School this year and in this interview, she discussed the role that God has played in her life. She shared her favorite...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 18, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 18, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
Community leaders celebrate renovations at Gulf State Park Pier
GULF SHORES, Ala. - Local civic, business and community leaders gathered to cut a ceremonial ribbon and celebrate the re-opening of iconic Gulf State Park Pier, on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024.
The pier underwent an...
Canva Basics workshop Sept. 23 at Chamber of Commerce
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Lunch & Learn workshop on Canva Basics, part of a series sponsored by Wallace State Community College. This event will take place...
Obituary: Melissa Riopka Crowe
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Melissa Riopka Crowe, 48, of Huntsville. Melissa passed away on Saturday, September 14th at UAB Hospital in Birmingham. In July, 2023 Melissa was...
Obituary: Michael “Pickel” Joe Hitt
Michael "Pickel" Joe Hitt, age 73, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024. Pickel was born in Bessemer, Alabama on April 26, 1951 to Billy Joe and Mattie Carolyn Honeycutt Hitt....
Obituary: Daniel Preuss Donahue
We lovingly remember Daniel Preuss Donahue, who passed away on September 4, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on February 3, 1949, in New Orleans, LA., to Daniel Donahue and Marylin Donahue (Adams)....
Obituary: Grady Lloyd Evans Jr.
Grady Lloyd Evans Jr., age 62 of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, September 6th 2024 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
He was born Monday, December 18, 1961, in Dearborn, Michigan to Grady Lloyd Evans...
Cullman’s Abby Sosa named 3rd Alternate in Miss University of Alabama Pageant
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Five University of Alabama students were among those who competed for the Miss University of Alabama 2025 title on Sept. 14, and finished as alternates and earned other awards during the...
Cullman County Youth Football Tuesday night scores
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Bad weather forced two of this week’s youth football matchups to be moved from Saturday to Tuesday night. The Vinemont Eagles hosted the Hanceville Bulldogs, and the Cullman Bearcats traveled to take on the...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison splits tri-match with Curry, West Morgan
ADDISON, Ala. -- The top-ranked 1A Addison Lady Bulldogs hosted a tri-match with 4A powers West Morgan Lady Rebels (ranked No. 4) and Curry Lady Jackets at Allen Stephenson Gym. Addison split the matches, defeating...
Obituary: Gerald Lamar Bentley
Gerald Lamar Bentley, 81, of Moulton, Alabama passed away Monday, Sept. 16, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024 at Lawrence...
Obituary: Casey Lane Goodwin
A memorial gathering for Casey Lane Goodwin, 54, of Dixon Springs, Tennessee, will be held from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20 at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Casey was a 1988 graduate of Hanceville High School. ...
Obituary: Spurgeon Henry Jochum
Funeral services for Spurgeon Henry Jochum (Silver Spur) 82 of Cullman, AL, will be Sept. 19, with a visitation from 1 - 3 p.m. followed by a Graveside Service at 3:30 p.m. at Cullman Memory Gardens. Spurgeon...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 17, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 17, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
Cullman County Tourism Bureau announces Harmony Heard as new director of tourism
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Tourism Bureau this week announced that Harmony Heard has been appointed the new director of tourism. Heard will officially begin her role on Nov. 4,2024.
Heard brings a wealth...
Wallace State Nursing accepting applications for Spring 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education is currently accepting applications for students wishing to enter in the Spring 2025 semester. The deadline to apply for entry is Oct. 1....
Hometown Medical to hold Medicare informational meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hometown Medical Group, a primary care facility in Cullman focusing on senior and individual care, is hosting an informational meeting on Sept. 19, for recipients of Medicare or area seniors 65...
Little Free Library coming to Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview’s Randall Shedd Community Park will soon be home to a Little Free Library after resident Stephanie Sprouse presented the idea at the last Fairview Town Council meeting.
“We enjoy visiting Fairview...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Good Hope drops matches with Danville, Madison County
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders hosted a tri-match against Danville (area) and Madison County Monday night. Good Hope fell to Danville 3-0 in a hard-fought first match and dropped another close...
Obituary: James Ervin Chumley
We mourn the loss of our beloved Father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. James “Ervin” Chumley also affectionately known as pawpaw, was called to his heavenly home on Friday September 13, 2024, at...
Obituary: Jerry William “Billy” Parrish Jr.
A Celebration of Life service for Jerry William “Billy” Parrish Jr., 60, of Hanceville will be 5 p.m. Friday, September 20th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be prior to the service from...
Obituary: Martha Lee Daugherty
Funeral services for Martha Lee Daugherty, 76, of Cullman will be 11 a.m. September 19th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Shelton Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to...
Obituary: James Thomas Hays
Memorial service for James Thomas Hays, age 79, of Cullman is Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 5 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. Officiating the service will be Rev. Steve Rodgers. Visitation 3 –...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 16, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 16, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 12
unlawful breaking and entering...
FAITH: ‘I’m excited to live for the Lord every day’: West Point’s Katie Beth...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- Katie Beth Yovino is a senior at West Point High School this year and in this interview, she discussed the way God has changed her life and the role He...
Cullman man dies after Blount County wreck
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. - A Cullman man died following a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:50 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15, in Blount County. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as David L. Davis, 63.
Troopers said Davis...
A sweet celebration: National Honey Month
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — National Honey Month is a celebration of the vital role honeybees and apiculturists play in pollination and honey production. As beekeepers across the country work to support bee populations amid...
All or nothing: Managing white-tailed deer predators in the Southeast
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Predators play an important role in wildlife ecosystems. You can think of them as nature’s own regulatory service. Without their presence, prey populations would quickly overtake habitats, leading to mass...
Obituary: Frank Daniel Bailey
Graveside Service for Frank Daniel Bailey, age 75 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at East Point Cumberland Presbyterian Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. - 8...
Harvest to Home serves local food to sold-out crowd
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex on Thursday, Sept. 12, held its annual fundraising event, the Harvest to Home Local Foods Dinner & Auctions, at the Dr. William F. Peinhardt Conference Center at...
Hanceville City Council votes to allow tattoo and body piercing facilities
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council at its meeting on Thursday held a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2024-5, which proposed amending the zoning ordinance to allow tattoo and body piercing facilities...
7 arrested in multistate vehicle theft ring
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department Investigation Division in conjunction with Morgan County Sheriff’s Office and the Cullman County District Attorney’s Office on Friday evening, Sept. 13, 2024, arrested seven individuals allegedly involved...
Files from yesteryear: 1936, 1950
From the files of 1936
Joe C. Sapp spent Monday in Birmingham.
Coroner J. Grady Moss has a sprained ankle.
Professor and Mrs. Joe Ray, of Hanceville, were in Cullman on Saturday.
Mrs. Conrad Howard and Miss Trichel...
Obituary: Ronnie C. Ford
Our beloved Ronnie C. Ford tragically left us on September 10, 2024. He is loved and missed by his wife of 46 years Connie Ford, son James D Spriggs, mother Betty M Ford, sister...
Obituary: Adam Dale Pitts
Our beloved Adam Dale Pitts, 44, of Hanceville tragically left us on September 13, 2024. He was born on December 29, 1979 in Cullman, Alabama.
A memorial gathering will take place on Sunday, September 15th...
Obituary: Marlee Grace Martin
Funeral service for Marlee Grace Martin, age 15 months, is Sunday, September 15, 2024, at 3 p.m. at Daystar Church in Good Hope. Officiating the service will be Pastor Jerry Lawson. Visitation for Marlee...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point falls to Lawrence County 40-0
WEST POINT, Ala. – After heavy rainfall postponed West Point’s region matchup against Lawrence County Friday night, the Warriors and Red Devils were able to hit the turf at Cullman High School’s Oliver Woodard...
WSCC ATHLETICS ROUNDUP: Volleyball Sweeps Bevill State, Lawson State, Men’s Golf places 6th in...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Volleyball team continued their strong start to the season with a sweep of Bevill State at home on Sept. 11. The Lady Lions posted a 3-0 victory with...
Allen: Remember important absentee voting deadlines for Nov. 5 General Election
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Secretary of State Wes Allen reminds Alabama voters that county absentee election managers must receive mail-in absentee ballot applications by Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. The deadline to return an absentee ballot...
Making dreams come true: Support Cullman’s Special Education students’ dream trip to Disney
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School is offering its Special Education students a life-changing opportunity with an upcoming trip to Disney. The adventure, designed to build essential life skills, will see students developing teamwork,...
West Point hosts Community Homecoming Parade
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point residents were given a brush-up on parade etiquette and candy-collecting on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the West Point Community Homecoming Parade. Attendees rallied around the West Point High...
PREP FOOTBALL: Broncos race past Brindlee Mountain on homecoming 54-8
HOLLY POND, Ala. – After waiting through a couple hours of weather delays, the Holly Pond Broncos hit the field for a homecoming matchup against Brindlee Mountain and they celebrated the occasion with a...
Cullman’s Abby Sosa competing for Miss University of Alabama title
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Eighteen students will compete for the title of Miss University of Alabama at the Bama Theatre in Tuscaloosa on Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. The Miss UA pageant, which is an...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison picks up 39-6 region win at Cherokee
CHEROKEE, Ala. – Addison traveled to the quaint town of Cherokee in Northwest Alabama Friday night to take on the Indians in a region game at a surprisingly dry William Lyle Harris Stadium. If Addison...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs hammers Cleveland on the road 46-0
CLEVELAND, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles were back on the road for a region matchup at Cleveland Friday night and after more than two hours of lighting delays, the Eagles dominated the Panthers...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek collects 37-8 region win at Phillips Bear Creek
BEAR CREEK, Ala. – The Meek Tigers were back on the road Friday night for a regional matchup at Phillips Bear Creek and after falling to Hackleburg last week, the Tigers bounced back with...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont bounces back with 32-28 win at Midfield
MIDFIELD, Ala. – After falling in four overtimes on the road at Phil Campbell last week, the Vinemont Eagles found themselves in another tight game Friday night. However, the Eagles were able to finish...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville shuts out Carbon Hill on the road 24-0
CARBON HILL, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs were on the road Friday night for a regional matchup at Carbon Hill and after struggling in their first three games this fall, the Bulldogs returned home...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview handles Ardmore on the road 28-6
ARDMORE, Ala. – After dismantling West Point in their region opener last week, the Fairview Aggies hit the road Friday night for another regional battle against Ardmore. The Aggies built a 14-0 lead in...
PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders earn 27-7 win at Haleyville
HALEYVILLE, Ala. – After opening up region play with a 7-6 win over Fultondale last week, the Good Hope Raiders were back on the road Friday night for a rainy, regional matchup at Haleyville....
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman scores late to edge Jasper 21-20
JASPER, Ala. – Cullman back on the road for a rainy regional matchup at Jasper Friday night and despite the wet and windy conditions on the field, it was another classic battle between the...
Obituary: Ronnie Lee Parris
Ronnie Lee Parris, age 57, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Ronnie was born in Niles, MI. on November 30, 1966 to Ronald Larry and Charlotte Dian Parris.
A visitation will...
Obituary: Steven Ray Dickinson
Funeral Service for Steven Ray Dickinson, age 60 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Delbert Freeman officiating; burial at Enon Baptist...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 13, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 13, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
Celebrate Magic: The Gathering’s DUSKMOURN prerelease on Sept. 20 at Gamer Geeks Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gamer Geeks Cullman will be hosting a prerelease event for Magic: The Gathering’s newest set, DUSKMOURN, on Friday, Sept. 20, at 6 p.m. Inspired by 80s and 90s horror films, this...
Celebrating 100 Years: Antioch Missionary Baptist Church hosting centennial event Sept. 15
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Antioch Missionary Baptist Church will celebrate its 100-year anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 9:45 a.m., marking a century of faith, community and service. The centennial event will feature a historical...
Pet of the week: Mr. Paddy Mahoney
CULLMAN, Ala. - He may not have bagpipes but Paddy Mahoney, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, makes for excellent company. He’s a terrier mix who is approximately 1 year old.
Though he’s a...
City of Cullman announces downtown Quiet Zone Corridor
Updated Sept. 13, 2024, at 5:22 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Friday announced the implementation of a Quiet Zone Corridor, effective Monday, Sept. 16, at 8 a.m.
According to the City, the...
Free electric vehicle showcase set for Saturday in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – A free electric vehicle (EV) showcase will take place at Northbrook Baptist Church in Cullman on Saturday, Sept. 14. A variety of EVs will be on display, and EV owners will be...
Obituary: Inez Mae McDonald
Inez Mae McDonald, age 99, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. She was born on May 11, 1925, to Valera and James "Albert" Smith.
Inez was born into an industrious farming...
Obituary: Brenda Joan Holmes Scott
Our beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend Brenda Joan Holmes Scott of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the age of 77 years old.
Brenda was born in Cullman, Alabama. She...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 12, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 12, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 9
domestic violence; resisting arrest;...
‘The smallest acts of kindness can ignite meaningful and lasting change’
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Tuesday, Sept. 10, volunteers from all walks of life participated in the United Way of Cullman County’s Day of Caring. The groups of givers gathered at UWCC’s partner agencies across...
Fairview Town Council talks fire hydrants, Little Free Library
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Mayor Keith Henry called the Fairview Town Council’s monthly meeting to order on Monday, when the council welcomed Clint Hayes of the Fairview Volunteer Fire Department. Hayes shared news about one...
CCBOE names Dowski, Johnson August Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who go above and beyond in their professions.
Teacher of the Month: Kendra Dowski, PreK,...
Wallace State Men’s Golf opens season under leadership of Kayland Wilson
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State men’s golf fall season gets underway this week under the leadership of new head coach Kayland Wilson.
Wilson comes to Wallace State after serving as the head coach for...
Baileyton council talks Family Fun Day in the Park
BAILEYTON, Ala. – After Mayor Windell Calloway called the monthly Baileyton Town Council meeting to order on Monday, Donna Kent, president of the Baileyton Senior Center, was the first speaker of the night.
Kent expressed...
Cullman City Council hears about abandoned property
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday heard from residents of the Arbor East subdivision on the city’s southeast side, asking for the City to take charge of an abandoned property containing a severely deteriorated...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 11, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 11, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
WSCC ATHLETICS ROUNDUP: Volleyball goes 6-1 in last 7 matches, Cross Country Teams finish...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Volleyball team completed a seven-match stretch, going 6-1 overall, with six of those matches taking place at home as part of the Alabama/Mississippi Crossover Battle Tournament hosted by Wallace State...
Obituary: Sebastian Elias Grant
Celebrating the Joyful Spirit of Sebastian Elias Grant
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sebastian Elias Grant, the beloved one-year-old son of Alba and Christian Grant, who left us unexpectedly...
Obituary: John Tillman Newman Jr.
John Tillman Newman, Jr. passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison collects wins over Meek, East Lawrence
ARLEY, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Bulldogs traveled to Arley to participate in a tri-meet with the 4A East Lawrence Lady Eagles and 1A area foe Meek Lady Tigers Tuesday night. Addison took two of three...
TVA STEM Grant opportunity for Cullman teachers – applications close Sept. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - Teachers at public or private K-12 schools served by Cullman Power Board can apply for a Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) STEM grant of up to $5,000 to fund science, technology, engineering,...
Obituary: April Marie Buxton
April Marie Buxton, age 50, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. There will be a memorial service in her honor, on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 4 p.m. at Seventh Street Church. Visitation will be held at the church prior to the service, from 3-4 p.m. There will be a private graveside service the following week.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
April was born April 2, 1974, to Larry Buxton and Shelia Marlane Jennings Baker, in Decatur, Alabama.
She was preceded in death by her father, Larry Buxton; grandparents, Ed and Louise Buxton and Charles and Bessie Jennings.
She is survived by her mother, Shelia Jennings Baker; her stepfather, Rick Baker; her brother, Michael Baker; her twin sister, Joy Ellis; and nephew, Ethan Ellis.
April’s family would like to thank the wonderful and caring nurses and staff with Cullman Regional Hospice, who were there for them during this difficult time. If anyone would like to donate to Cullman Regional Hospice in April’s memory, the family would be very grateful and honored.
Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.cullmanfuneralhome.com
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Vinemont sweeps tri-match with Hanceville, Falkville
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Lady Eagles hosted a tri-match against Hanceville and Falkville Tuesday night and the Eagles earned wins in both their matches. In the first match, Vinemont knocked off Hanceville in four...
Cullman Electric Cooperative and CoBank award $20K to local nonprofits
CULLMAN, Ala. - Last week, two Cullman County’s nonprofits were awarded generous checks totaling $20,000 from Cullman Electric Cooperative (CEC) and CoBank’s Sharing Success Grant Program.
Yearly, CEC leaders discuss and assess which of the...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 10, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 10, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
Jones Chapel Community Day sees large turnout
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department (JCVFD) hosted its annual Community Day on Sunday, Sept. 8.
JCVFD’s Lindsey Bryant said, “Almost every table was full and people were lining the walls....
Bernard Blues and BBQ draws crowds
CULLMAN, Ala. – This past weekend marked the eighth annual Bernard Blues and BBQ festival hosted by St. Bernard Abbey and Preparatory School.
Each day of the festival was marked with soulful music. Visitors set...
Local law enforcement discuses school safety
CULLMAN, Ala. – At a high school in Winder, Georgia, (near Atlanta) on Sept. 4, the AP reported, “A 14-year-old student opened fire at a Georgia high school and killed four people on Wednesday,...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 9, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 9, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 5
domestic violence; Lindsey Rd.
domestic...
Cullman City Schools operate under ‘heightened awareness’ due to potential threat
Updated Sept. 9, 2024, at 7:25 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools operated “under heightened awareness” Monday due to a possible threatening social media post. The situation is still being investigated; however, Cullman City...
Duck hunters should take advantage of this year’s special teal season
Although overall duck numbers are up in the latest Waterfowl Breeding Population and Habitat Survey, those waterfowlers who hunt the special teal season better plan to take full advantage of this year’s early season...
Holly Pond man killed in I-65 wreck
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Holly Pond man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:40 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, on Interstate 65 North.
Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Derek L. Humphries, 36.
Troopers...
Obituary: Kermit Clelie Kilgo
Funeral services for Kermit Clelie Kilgo, will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 11th at Kenny Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service in the adjoining cemetery. Bro. Tim Aris and Bro. Brian Calvert...
Guy Hunt Library to host Used Book Market
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Hoping to draw more traffic to the library, the Guy Hunt Library in Holly Pond will hold its first and, hopefully annual, Used Book Market Sept. 27-28 at Holly Pond...
Cullman County Youth Football week 2 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week two of the 2024 youth football season is now over, and there were some intriguing games that went on around the local area. The Vinemont Eagles hosted the Good Hope...
‘Chirding’ at Sportsman Lake: Third Sunday birding and worship event Sept. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m., Sportsman Lake Park will host the Third Sunday Bird Sunday event, located at the SongBird stage (the old bandstand) and pavilion No. 6. This...
Files from yesteryear: 1916, 1920
From the files of 1916
W. Tom Vandiver spent Monday in Birmingham.
The Honorable George Parker spent Wednesday at Brilliant.
A dance was enjoyed at the Growlers Club rooms on Friday night.
Mrs. A. Dreher will entertain at...
Obituary: Grady Lloyd Evans Jr.
Grady LLoyd Evans, Jr., age 62, of Cullman, AL passed away on Friday, September 6, 2024, at Cullman Regional. He was born, December 18, 1961, in MI to Grady Lloyd Evans, Sr. and Myra...
Obituary: James Lonell Aderhold
Funeral Service for James Lonell Aderhold, age 70, of Logan, AL will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Paul Cleghorn officiating; burial at Pilgrim's Rest...
Discover High Tunnel Farming: Free workshop for veterans and beginners Sept. 19
ARAB, Ala. - The Alabama Cooperative Extension System and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) are partnering to host a High Tunnel Production Field Day on Sept.19 from 3-6 p.m. at Bare Bottom Farm in...
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Obituary: George “Pokey” Ronald Pattillo
George Ronald Pattillo, “Pokey” age 80 of Cullman died Monday, Dec. 19, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Howard E. and Marcille...
