Obituary: Tula Romine
Tula Romine, age 96, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023.
Tula is survived by her son Leonard (Linda) Romine; her daughters Charlotte (Barry) Slatton and Nita (Greg) Burgess; her sisters Barbara...
Obituary: James Stanley Posey
James Stanley Posey, age 71, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 15, 2023. James was born in Cullman, AL.
A visitation for Stanley will be held Sunday, Sep. 17, 2023 from 6 p.m....
Obituary: Billy Lynn Thompson
Funeral Service for Billy Lynn Thompson, age 79, of Warrior, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sep. 17, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Samuel Tucker officiating. Visitation will be from 1...
Obituary: Wilda Sue Owens Barnes
Memorial Service for Wilda Sue Owens Barnes, age 75, of Cullman, will be at 4 p.m. on Monday, Sep. 18, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Phillip Robinson officiating. Visitation will be...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Johnson
Jerry Wayne Johnson, 77, of Haleyville, passed away Sep. 13, 2023 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, Alabama.
He was born March 1, 1946 in Haleyville, Alabama. Jerry loved Alabama football, watching westerns, and...
Obituary: Ruth Brigham
Ruth Brigham passed away peacefully in bed on August 31, 2023. She was 98 years old.
Ruth was born and raised in Hanceville on the Creel family farm. She grew up in family love and...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 15, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...
Baileyton council discusses new AED for senior center
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Baileyton Town Council held its regular meeting, delayed one week, on Monday, Sept. 11, 2023. The council welcomed Donna Kent, who said she realized while organizing first-aid supplies in the...
Harbison stepping down from United Way
CULLMAN, Ala. – United Way of Cullman County Executive Director Waid Harbison on Thursday, Sept. 14, announced his resignation, effective November 2023. Harbison was recently diagnosed with Huntington’s disease. He said he will likely...
Gatecrasher arrested after collision at manufacturing plant
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man was arrested Thursday evening after crashing through a gate at Yutaka Technologies, causing $19,000 in damage but no injuries.
Ryan Mullen, 44, of Winchester, Indiana, crashed his tractor-trailer at the...
Shannon Nickens convicted of armed robbery
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County jury on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, convicted Shannon Dewayne Nickens of first-degree robbery (armed robbery) in connection with the Nov. 21, 2022, robbery of Holly Pond Nutrition.
The three-day...
WSCC Cross Country teams ranked 7th in national preseason poll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s men’s and women’s cross country teams both are ranked No. 7 nationally in the 2023 NJCAA DII preseason polls by the U.S. Track and Field and Cross...
Obituary: Brenda “Gail” Burden
Brenda “Gail” Burden, age 80, of Vinemont, passed away Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 17, 1943 in Morgan County, Alabama.
Gail loved traveling with...
Obituary: Era Faye Denney
Era Faye Denney, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Thursday morning, Sep. 14, 2023, at the age of 86. Ms. Denney was born May 24, 1937, in Blount County, Alabama, to Grady and...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 14, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 14, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
September 11• possession of...
Cullman City School Board sets FY2024 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board on Monday, Sept. 11, passed its budget for the 2024 fiscal year. Total revenue for the 2024 fiscal year is $46,625,309.
Chief School Finance and Operations Officer...
Cullman City Council passes $55M annual budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening passed the City’s 2024 fiscal year budget. The new budget totals $55,290,609, a 4.5% increase over 2023’s budget, which was $52,899,395. The council said...
Pet of the week: Marshall
CULLMAN, Ala. – Marshall, an approximately 2-year-old male Great Pyrenees with a soft cream coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Marshall is a low-energy kind of guy, and prefers to keep...
PREP CHEER: ‘Put the Lord before anything’: Vinemont’s Krimson Gingrich excited for cheer season
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont sophomore cheerleader Krimson Gingrich is cheering on the Eagles varsity squad for the first time this year and has had an amazing experience so far.
"My experience has been great. I...
AL SoS Allen speaks at Cullman County Republican Women meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen on Tuesday night spoke at the Cullman County Republican Women meeting. He said his primary objective was to get the message across about how important...
Obituary: Kaeden Ryan Dawson
Celebration of Life for Kaeden Ryan Dawson, age 19, of Cullman, will be at 6 p.m. on Friday, Sep. 15, 2023, at East Side Baptist Church with Matt Smith officiating. Visitation will be from...
Obituary: Howard O’Neal Hays
A graveside service for Howard O’Neal Hays, of Hanceville, will be 11 a.m. Friday, Sep. 15, 2023 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Ruland will be officiating the service.
Mr. Hays was born on March...
Obituary: Mildred Athlee Baker Sandlin
Mildred Athlee Baker Sandlin, age 97, of Bremen, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023. Mildred was born in Cullman, Alabama on March 8, 1926 to Erie and Agnes Wilson Baker. She is...
Obituary: Dale Dewayne Campbell
Immediate family graveside service for Dale Dewayne Campbell, age 64, of Crane Hill, will be at Bethany Baptist Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Campbell passed away on Tuesday, Sep. 12,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 13, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Never give up’: Fairview’s Jaycee Aleman reflects on Aggie years
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview's multi-sport standout Jaycee Aleman, and she made some incredible memories during her time as an Aggie. She played with a lot of great players...
Area students earn degrees from Jacksonville State
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - More than 400 students were awarded degrees as part of Jacksonville State University's Summer 2023 commencement on Aug. 4.
Area students included:
Ashley Barnett of Cullman Sydney Beason of Arab Greta Bishop of Baileyton
Amber Greer...
Jacobs proclaims Constitution Week in city of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday, Sept.11, 2023, proclaimed the week of Sept. 17-23, 2023, Constitution Week in the city of Cullman.
On-hand from the Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of...
Welcome, Essie!
West Point Elementary introduces service dog
WEST POINT, Ala. –West Point Elementary School on Monday morning welcomed its new faculty member, Essie the service dog.
Essie is a Labradoodle, and her primary handler is West Point...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Good Hope sweeps region opener at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The third-ranked Good Hope Lady Raiders made the short trip over to Lane Horton Gymnasium to take on the Hanceville Lady Bulldogs in the region opener for both teams. Good Hope...
Obituary: Jack Walker
Graveside Service for Jack Walker, age 87, of Baileyton, will be at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sep. 14, 2023, at Bailetyon Cemetery with Deborah Moon officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 11...
Cullman County Youth Football week 2 scoring recap
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Week two of this year’s Cullman County Youth Football season kicked off Saturday and there were plenty of intriguing games going on around the county. The Cullman Bearcats hosted the Holly Pond...
Obituary: Esther Sparks
Mrs. Esther Sparks, age 87, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Sep. 10, 2023.
Esther is survived by her sister: Mary Ruth Hice; her daughters: Cindy (Mike) Ponder, and DeAnn (Wally) Schafer; her grandsons:...
Obituary: Dwight Felix Griffin
Dwight Felix Griffin, 76, of Hanceville, passed away on Sunday, Sep. 10, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born Sep. 16, 1946.
He is survived by his wife, Darlene Griffin; daughter, Penny Griffin;...
Obituary: Margaret Lorene Alvis Brown
Margaret Lorene Alvis Brown, 73, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, Sep. 11, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Cullman, Alabama on Aug. 27, 1950.
She is survived...
Obituary: Candida Hernandez Flores
Candida Hernandez Flores, 63, passed from this life Sunday, Sep. 10, 2023 at CRMC.
She was born in Mexico on Jan. 25, 1960.
Visitation will be Wednesday evening, Sep. 13, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. at Sacred...
Wallace State Volleyball Coach Randy Daniel marks 600th career win
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College volleyball team is off to a 13-2 start to the 2023 season, with head coach Randy Daniel marking his 600th career win with the Lions and the...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 12, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 12, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...
Monograms Plus hosting ‘Girls Day Out’ this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monograms Plus, a cornerstone in Cullman for gift giving and treating yourself, is celebrating its 24th year of business by hosting its annual "Girls Day Out" on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.
This...
‘Where else can you find muscadine juice?’
Saint Bernard welcomes visitors for 7th Annual Bernard Blues and BBQ
CULLMAN, Ala. – Attendees and competitors from all across the Southeast gathered on the picturesque grounds of Saint Bernard Preparatory School Saturday and Sunday,...
Obituary: Barbara Ann Starnes
Funeral services for Barbara Ann Starnes, of Hanceville, will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Sep. 14, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Bethlehem East Cemetery. Reverend Kenneth Terry will...
Obituary: Brenda Joyce Norris
Funeral services for Brenda Joyce Norris, of Hanceville, will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation for the public will be from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at...
Obituary: Ceiley Ann Whaley
Funeral services for Ceiley Ann Whaley, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery. Reverend Jeff Freeman will be officiating....
Obituary: Milton “Eli” Olen Thomason
Funeral Service for Milton "Eli" Olen Thomason, age 80, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Tommy Graves officiating; burial at Cullman...
Obituary: Alta Myrtle Sloan Miller
Alta Myrtle Sloan Miller, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed away on Sep. 9, 2023, at the age of 95. Ms. Miller was born to Grady and Myrtle Whatley Sloan on April 24, 1928.
Alta was an...
Obituary: Frank MD Collins
Frank MD Collins, age 82, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 8, 2023.
Frank is survived by his wife, Patricia Collins; his daughter Rita Woodruff(Jimmy); his brother Bill Collins; his sons Byron Johnson(Carolyn)...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 11, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 11, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
September 7• possession of...
2nd Annual Vinemont BBQ Fest showcases Battle of the Heroes
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. — The Vinemont Sports Complex will be alive with the aromas of barbecued delights on Saturday, Oct. 21, during the 2nd Annual Vinemont Chillin’ N Grillin BBQ Fest. This year, the...
‘Shine for Him on the field’: West Point’s Sierra Cranford enjoying band season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point junior Sierra Cranford is heading into her third year as a majorette in the Warrior band and has had a blast doing it. She feels so blessed to...
St. Bernard’s Burrows named to UA Early College summer 2023 Director’s List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 385 students enrolled in UA Early College during summer semester 2023 at The University of Alabama were named to the Director's List with an academic record of 3.6...
Kallhoff gives updates on city school projects
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff provided updates about ongoing and upcoming projects to city school campuses.
"The partnership between the City and our school district has been incredible. The increased...
Obituary: Danny Clarence Pickett, Sr.
Mr. Danny Clarence Pickett, Sr., 75, of Cullman passed away Saturday, Sep. 9, 2023 at CRMC.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Pickett family.
Mr. Pickett was born Oct. 19, 1947 to Walter C....
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Cultivate Cullman Agriplex
“WUNDERGARTEN,” the folktale, is set on an 1870s-era strawberry farm in Cullman County, Alabama. Today, the area’s most passionate advocate for farm heritage is the North Alabama Agriplex. The Cullman-grown nonprofit CULTIVATES CULLMAN by...
ACES: What’s the buzz about honey?
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The arrival of fall generally signifies the end of honey harvest for most beekeepers in the United States. Always a popular sweetener, honey has made a comeback as consumers shift...
‘We want people to leave here feeling positive about themselves!’
Golden Hour Studio opens
CULLMAN, Ala. – A trio of women has teamed up to empower others and make them comfortable in their own skin. Golden Hour Studio brings a fresh take on the esthetic...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
Mr. Bill Clapp and Geraldine Mugrove surprised their friends by getting married last Thursday. They are residing with Mr. and Mrs. William Clapp, Senior.
Mrs. G.W. Thorn, of Hanceville, suffered painful...
Obituary: Sgt. Mark Allen Kilpatrick
Funeral service for Sgt. Mark Allen Kilpatrick, age 61, of Falkville, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00...
Obituary: Curtis “Wendell” Echols
Curtis "Wendell" Echols, age 71, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 8, 2023.
Wendell is survived by his wife, Wanda Echols; his daughter Mandy Dixon (Daniel); and his daughter-in-law Laurie Brooker; his brother...
2 arrested after robbery
CULLMAN, Ala. - Early Friday morning, Cullman Police Officers Roy Bates and Daniel Palisay were patrolling in the area of Warnke Road Southwest when they witnessed a silver Chevrolet Impala speeding through a parking...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs’ Edgeworth, Holly Pond’s Barnett earn wins at Chickasaw Trails...
MOULTON, Ala. – Several local schools made the trip over to Moulton for this year’s Chickasaw Trails Invitational and a pair of local runners outpaced their respective fields and returned home with wins. Cold...
Local potters gearing up for Empty Bowls; volunteers needed
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local potters are gearing up for Empty Bowls, which will take place Feb. 19, 2024, and they need your help! The chili dinner is hosted each year at First United Methodist...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats fall at No. 6 Hartselle 42-0
HARTSELLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats drove north to Hartselle to take on the Tigers in their first 6A, Region 7 Friday night. Hartselle got off to a slow start but ended up dominating...
County commissioners sign Clean Up Alabama petition regarding libraries
CULLMAN, Ala. - While the Cullman County Commission has not taken an official stance on the issue, Chairman Jeff Clemons, and all four county commissioners - Garry Marchman, Kerry Watson, Kelly Duke and Corey...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison handles Cherokee for Homecoming 54-6
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted their region rival, Cherokee Indians, for homecoming and it turned into a happy night for the home team. Addison ran away with the game and came away with a win...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point downs Vinemont at home 33-28
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were back home against another county rival Friday night, and they held off a late push from the Vinemont Eagles to improve to 2-1 with a...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope falls to No. 2 Cherokee County 35-0
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders played host to the no. 2 ranked Cherokee County Warriors Friday night in their region opener and Cherokee County left Good Hope with a 35-0 win.
Good Hope went...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond falls to Locust Fork on the road 68-28
LOCUST FORK, Ala. – Holly Pond traveled to Locust Fork to kick off region play against the Hornets and unfortunately for the Broncos, Locust Fork was dominant from start to finish and Holly Pond...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview handles East Limestone on the road 56-21
ATHENS, Ala. – After opening the season with wins over Columbia and Priceville, the Fairview Aggies kicked off region play on the road against East Limestone Friday night and they returned home with an...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville drops region opener at No. 8 Oneonta 43-24
ONEONTA, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road Friday night to open up region play at Oneonta but unfortunately, after taking an early lead, the Bulldogs couldn’t keep pace with the Redskins for...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs drops region opener at Sulligent 49-8
SULLIGENT, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles traveled to Sulligent Friday night for their first regional battle of the season and after scoring to take an early lead in the opening period, the Blue...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek collects 52-14 region win over Waterloo
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek returned home to Tiger Stadium Friday night to host a regional matchup with Waterloo and the Tigers dominated the Cougars from start to finish on their way to a 52-14...
PREP FOOTBALL: Late interception seals 21-14 region win for Arab over Douglas
DOUGLAS, Ala. – The Arabian Knights made the trip to Douglas to open up region play against the Eagles Friday night, and it was a tight battle that came down to the final possession....
Obituary: Alexis Tierra White
Alexis Tierra White, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away the morning of Sept. 7, 2023, at the age of 23. Lexi was born on March 1, 2000, in Cullman County, Alabama, to Joshua Brett White...
Obituary: Charles Dewayne Powell
Funeral service for Charles Dewayne Powell, 65, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Sep. 11, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Friendship Methodist Cemetery, Rev. Perry McCravy officiating. The family...
Obituary: Reba Jane Hartwick
Funeral service for Reba Jane Hartwick, 81, of Hartselle, will be at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 4...
9 area students earn degrees from University of Alabama
President’s, Dean’s Lists announced
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Some 1,257 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama's summer 2023 commencement at Coleman Coliseum in August.
Area students who graduated include:
Michael Chandler of Vinemont received a Bachelor...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...
Pet of the week: You got a friend in Woody
CULLMAN, Ala. – Woody, an approximately 5-year-old male German Shepherd with a caramel and ebony coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Woody’s large frame and multiple scars certainly tell a story,...
PREP CHEER: ‘This team has become a family’: Cold Springs’ Jozie Anderson ready for...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs junior cheerleader Jozie Anderson has enjoyed every second cheering on varsity so far and has learned so much during that experience.
"Cheering for Cold Springs has been challenging, but so...
Cullman’s Kayden Cleckler joins Troy University ‘Sound of the South’ marching band
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is proud to recognize new members of the "Sound of the South" marching band who joined during the fall 2023 semester.
Local students who joined the Sound of the South:
Kayden...
BOARsighted: A look into wild pig management
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Wild pigs are arguably one of the most detrimental wildlife species. These animals have the potential to decimate crops, wildlife habitat and food plots. Virtually every natural resource can be...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison sweeps tri-match against Meek, Cold Springs
ARLEY, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Bulldogs traveled about ten miles south to participate in a volleyball tri-meet hosted by the number 5 team in 1A Meek Lady Tigers and the Cold Springs Lady...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Vinemont edges East Lawrence 3-2
VINEMONT, Ala. -- It was a battle of the Eagles Thursday night as Vinemont hosted East Lawrence and this one went back-and-forth for the majority of the contest. Vinemont ended up winning a long, competitive...
An autumnal boutique experience
CULLMAN, Ala. – While some dream of temperatures dropping and leaves beginning to change color, many are choosing to switch out wardrobes and freshen up home decor with a little fall flair. A cozy...
Obituary: Neal McCay
Funeral Service for Neal McCay, age 69, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, Sep. 11, 2023, at Mt. Hebron Baptist Church with Derrick Lowery officiating; interment in Mt. Hebron Cemetery. Visitation...
Obituary: Donald Ray Brown
Donald Ray Brown, age 65, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Sep. 6, 2023, at his residence. He was born March 18, 1958, to Thurman "Duke" Brown and Willie Francis Brown.
He was preceded in...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 7, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 7, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
September 5• violation of...
Cullman County dispatcher, deputy dead in apparent murder-suicide
Updated Sept. 7 at 8:30 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) dispatch shift supervisor was killed and a CCSO deputy took his own life in an apparent murder-suicide this week at...
SRO program board hosts special-called meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the School Resource Officer (SRO) program governing board on Wednesday met for a special-called meeting to discuss program changes and where funds will be used in the school systems.
Back...
Local law enforcement reports calm Labor Day weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta and Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry were both happy to report that the Labor Day weekend was a relatively quiet one for their departments.
Nassetta said there...
Main library branch reopens
CULLMAN, Ala. – The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System finally reopened its doors to the public on Tuesday, Sept. 5, almost a month after an Aug. 7 storm blew out...
Obituary: Edna Mae Stricklin
Funeral services for Edna Mae Stricklin, 88, of Bremen, will be 11 a.m. Friday, Sep. 8, 2023 at Ryans Creek Baptist Church. She will lie in state at the church from 10 a.m. until...
ADMH: September is National Recovery Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – September is National Recovery Month and the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH), the Division of Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Services and our community partners raise awareness and educate...
Obituary: Katheryn Goodwin Yeager
Funeral Service for Katheryn Goodwin Yeager, age 88, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sep. 11, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in Valley Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be from...
Obituary: Iva Mae Smith
Iva Mae Smith, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Sep. 5, 2023. Iva was born in Cullman, Alabama on March 8, 1937 to Clifford Washington and Cleo Childers Farley. Mrs. Smith...
Obituary: Maxwell Waylan Ratcliff
Maxwell Waylan Ratcliff, 24, passed away Sept. 2, 2023. He was born Feb. 21, 1999 as the Beloved son of Johnathan and Andrea Ratcliff; Adored brother to Mallory Ratcliff Randolph (Ty) and Memphis Ratcliff;...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests...
Alabama Extension launches 2nd annual Marble Bowl competition
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Grab your smart phones and buckle your chin straps. The 2023 Marble Bowl is kicking off this fall. In its second year, this competition continues to take the popular Iron...
Cowlicks and Pigtails brings consistent seasonal consignment to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Any parent who strives to keep up with trends and ever-growing little bodies has struggled with pricing and cost-per-wear of quality children’s clothes. And probably experienced the stress of the beautiful...
Commission reminds residents of Cullman County Notification System
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission is reminding Cullman County residents about its Cullman County Notification System. The application allows users to select which alerts they receive and from which location in the...






















































































































