Obituary: Michael Eugene Johnson
Michael Eugene Johnson, age 65, of Bremen, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. Michael was born December 24, 1956, in Cullman, Alabama...
Jack’s Family Restaurants to reopen location in North Cullman on June 27
Cullman, Ala. – Jack’s Family Restaurants (Jack’s) will reopen its restaurant in North Cullman, Alabama on June 27, 2022. In celebration of the restaurant’s...
Zoning Board approves Main Ave./8th St. N.E. variance contingent on City Council’s upcoming vote
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals met on Monday evening with all members present and one item...
Arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Treasure every moment’: Holly Pond’s EmmaRay Spitzer reflects on her time as a Bronco
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond pitcher EmmaRay Spitzer, who will be continuing her athletic career at Oakwood...
Cullman Regional welcomes Neurologist Muhammad Siddiqi, MD to medical group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional is excited to welcome Neurologist Muhammad Salman Siddiqi, MD, to Cullman Regional Medical Group. Dr. Siddiqi completed his internship...
Primary election runoff narrows field for November’s general election
CULLMAN, Ala. - The primary runoff election proved a statewide success for several candidates with Cullman ties on Tuesday night with Katie Britt and...
West Point Town Council looking for interest in farmers market
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point Town Council met on Monday evening and voted to surplus the old park playground equipment and donate it...
Obituary: Marjorie Louise Mize
Marjorie Louise Mize, 92, of Good Hope, AL, passed away on Monday, June 20, 2022. She was born in Saginaw, MI on February 10,...
Obituary: Doris Virginia (Roberts) Gorman
Doris Virginia (Roberts) Gorman, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Cullman Regional. Doris was born July 10,...
Obituary: Eddie Lecil Curtis
Eddie Lecil Curtis, 97, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Sunday, June 19, 2022 in Pearl River, Louisiana.
Lecil was born on October 10,...
Obituary: Loyd Berton Nickelson
Visitation for Loyd Berton Nickelson, 36, of Vinemont will be from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home. A...
Obituary: James Vincent Lambert
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Vincent Lambert on Saturday, June 18, 2022. This is a completely unexpected...
North Alabama Agriplex’s Heritage Skills Camp beginning at the end of June
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will be hosting a special Heritage Skills Camp next week from Tuesday, June 28 through Thursday, June...
Arrests and incidents reported June 21, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 21, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hanceville Math Team state champions recognized at Wednesday Cullman County Board of Education meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - The State Championship winning Hanceville Math Team Cullman was recognized at the County Board of Education meeting last Wednesday. Members of...
‘Do what you believe in’: Brooke Hill reflects on her Holly Pond days
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond first baseman Brooke Hill who will be continuing her academic and athletic...
Sportsman Lake Yard Sale draws hundreds of shoppers Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - In search of good deals on just about every item one can imagine, hundreds of people from Cullman and surrounding areas...
State Delegation gives informational update at Community Luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a Community Luncheon on June 17 at Stonebridge Farms to bring an update on...
Distinguished Young Women program presents showcase and announces 2023 winner
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Former Junior Miss Program, now Distinguished Young Women held a showcase at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre on Saturday, June...
Obituary: Doris Virginia (Roberts) Gorman
Doris Virginia (Roberts) Gorman, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Cullman Regional. Doris was born July 10,...
Obituary: Patsy Ann Williams
The funeral service for Patsy Ann Williams, 82, of Hanceville, will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The...
Obituary: John Elliot Fowler
Friends and family are invited to attend graveside services for John Elliot Fowler at 9:00 a.m. on
Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at Greenwood Memorial Park, with Pastor Rick Davis and Dr. Ramonalynn Bethley
officiating, under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Alexandria.
John Elliot Fowler of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022. John was born in
Alexandria, Louisiana on July 20, 1964 to Walter C. and Patty Fowler.
John is survived by his daughter: Morgan Kathryn Fowler and Andrea Kristine Fowler of Cullman,
Alabama; grandchildren: Damian Jason “D” Fowler, Xander Elliott Fowler, Anna Kathyrn Kristine Hausler and Olliver James Felix “Ollie” Fowler; brother: Walter C. Fowler, Jr. and sister: Nancy Fowler.
John graduated from Holy Savior Menard High School, attended Louisiana Tech and graduated from Automobile School in Nashville, Tennessee. He worked for
Keystone Automobile as a manager and retired after 24 years of service.
Honoring John’s memory will be the following pallbearers: Steve Edwards, Michael Brame, Andy
Leveque, John Robert Elliott, Aldon Ryan Elliott and Hunter Leveque.
The family would like to thank John’s caregivers, Julie Sharpton, Patty Duke and Betty Shelton, for all the love and care during John’s illness.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Amyloidosis Foundation, 7151 North Main Street, Suite 2. Clarkston, MI, 48346.
Arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Always put God first’: Bracie Rodgers looks back on her time at Addison
ADDISON, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Addison volleyball and basketball player, Bracie Rodgers, who graduated as this year’s salutatorian at...
Summer sun safety tips
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Warm weather naturally allows people to engage in outdoor activities, such as barbecues, sports, hiking or camping; yet warm weather...
WildWater holds official Grand Opening Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - With generations of Cullman County youth decrying the lack of fun activities in town, the City of Cullman Parks, Recreation and...
Colony Senior Center celebrates Juneteenth holiday
COLONY, Ala. - Kizzie Mongomery Leeth, “Aunt Kiz” to many in her community, was born into slavery in Blount County in 1861 to slave...
Community Career Fair to be held June 23 at Active Adult Center
CULLMAN, Ala. - Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development has partnered with Cullman Economic Development Agency to sponsor a Community Career Fair...
Funding opportunities for city and county infrastructure explored during recent D.C. trip
WASHINGTON D.C. - A band of Cullman County heavyweights made their way to Washington D.C. last week to learn more about grant opportunities and...
52 ODES TO JOY: S.U.N.S. DADS
ODE TO MY DAD
Dad, I’m glad you were one of my favorite parents,
Even though we disagreed about most sermons and nearly...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1934 and 1954
From the files of 1934:
Mrs. Johnnie Drake, of Route One, Lacon is ill with typhoid fever in the Cullman Hospital.
Miss Clara Werdt is expected...
Obituary: William Sidney Morris
William Sidney Morris, 74, of Brent, AL passed away on June 17, 2022 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, AL due to complications of open...
Obituary: Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ Rodgers DeMonia
Jacqueline “Jackie” Rodgers DeMonia was born on July 31, 1937 to William and Ida Bell (McSwain) Rogers in Cullman County, Alabama. She transitioned peacefully...
Obituary: Teresa George Bradford
Teresa George Bradford, 60, of Guntersville, Alabama, passed away on June 17, 2022. She was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, to Raymond and Ruby...
Obituary: June Speegle
June Speegle, age 68, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022 at her residence. She was born April 22, 1954, in Cullman,...
Obituary: Kathy Campbell
Kathy Campbell, age 64, of Eva, passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022, at her residence. She was born October 31, 1957, in Cullman,...
Obituary: Kelley Jo Pesto
A celebration of life service is incomplete at this time for Kelley Jo Pesto, 61, of Falkville.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the...
Sportsman Lake cuts ribbon on new playground
CULLMAN, Ala. - A ribbon cutting was held at Sportsman Lake Park Friday morning for the brand-new playground. There was plenty of people and...
ALEA driver license offices to close June 20 in observance of Juneteenth
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's (ALEA) Driver License Offices across the state will be closed Monday, June 20, in observance of...
‘Clothed in Cullman’ – a mother’s pain turned into triumph in her son’s memory
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ashley Wilson and her sister-in-law, Helen Lewis, chose the Saturday before Mother’s Day to hold their first Clothed in Cullman fundraiser...
‘Bless Your Sole’ shoe donation kicks off for local students in need
CULLMAN, Ala. - Back to school shopping puts a hefty dent into most parent’s budgets as they scramble to gather items from school supply...
Oktoberfest committee accepting nominations for 2022 Burgermeister
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Burgermeister is a tradition at Cullman Oktoberfest dating back to the beginning of the festival. The Burgermeister is nominated each...
The Link holds Farewell Tea for Renew U Coordinator Amber McLaughlin
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Link, their series of self-help programs including anger management and parenting classes is called Renew U. Coordinator Amber McLaughlin...
Obituary: Jackie Demonia
Jackie Demonia, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. Jackie was born July 31, 1937 in Cullman, AL.
A visitation...
Obituary: Ruth Virginia Terwilliger
Ruth Virginia Terwilliger, age 80, of Cullman, AL., formerly of Ft. Lauderdale, FL., died Sunday, June 12, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her...
Arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Mitchell Heer named NJCAA Division I Honorable Mention All-American; 81 WSCC student-athletes...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State baseball’s Mitchell Heer was named a National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I Honorable Mention All-American earlier this week.
Heer, an...
Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development & Reliance Worldwide Corporation launch Tool...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development and the Machine Tool Technology Department have partnered with Reliance Worldwide...
‘There is always room to get better’: Cade Simmons reflects on his West Point...
WEST POINT, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to one of West Point’s multi-sport standouts Cade Simmons.
Cade had a near endless list of...
COVID-19 testing no longer mandated for flights to the U.S., but testing and avoiding...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Travelers returning to the United States from foreign countries by air this summer are relieved of one requirement. The Centers for...
Restoring Women Outreach in search of property to expand services
CULLMAN, Ala. - Restoring Women Outreach is a 12-step residential sober living program that currently houses 26 residents that have struggled with addiction. The...
Obituary: Caren Patrice White
Funeral service for Caren Patrice White, age 63, of Hanceville, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Orby Venell Shedd
On Wednesday, June 15, 2022, Mr. Orby Venell Shedd went to be with the Lord and reunite with his wife of 66 years, Minnie...
Obituary: Brian Heath Burgess
Brian Heath Burgess, age 45, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. Brian was born October 12, 1976 in Cullman, Alabama...
Obituary: Wayne Livingston Carner
Mr. Wayne Livingston Carner, 71, of Cullman, passed from this life on June 16, 2022 at his residence, surrounded by family. He was born November...
Obituary: Danny Lee Kimbril
The funeral service for Danny Lee Kimbril, 61, of Cullman will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 18, 2022, at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The...
Obituary: Fred Barnett
Fred Barnett, age 73, of Hanceville, died Thursday, June 16. Fred was a 1967 graduate of Hanceville High School. After graduation, he married his...
Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. MEGA CASH Draw Down Set for July 28
Cullman, Ala. — Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. of Cullman Regional Hospice announced the MEGA CASH Draw Down, its largest annual fundraiser benefiting indigent...
Exceptional expertise and wisdom found at Hinkle Shoe Shop
CULLMAN, Ala. - Stepping through the door at Hinkle Shoe Shop is like crossing the threshold into a bygone era, a simpler and kinder...
Arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Just be yourself’: Mattie Earl looks back on her time at Holly Pond
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond pitcher Mattie Earl, who will continue her athletic and academic career at...
Cullman Swim Team hosts Madison Swim Team Tuesday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Swim Team’s (CST) season is now in full swing, and the boys collected a win over Madison at the Cullman...
Community Meal at Northside Baptist a relief for families during hard times
CULLMAN, Ala. - Some churches choose to spend their money and outreach solely within the confines of their church walls and for their parishioners....
Busy weekend for CCSO
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office managed multiple drug-related arrests over the weekend.
Thursday, June 9, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested...
Alcoholics Anonymous celebrates 87th birthday
AKRON, OH. - “Alcoholics Anonymous saved my life. There’s no question about that. It’s the best thing that ever happened in my life. I...
Vinemont Town Council approves renovation of community center
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council met on Tuesday evening to discuss various improvement projects for the town. The town allocated $16,105.00 of...
Obituary: Clynton Wayne Rawlins
Clynton Wayne Rawlins, age 75, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Monday, June 13, 2022, at his residence.
Clynt was born on October 10, 1946, in...
Obituary: Vernile “Verna” Lou Gilley
Funeral service for Vernile "Verna" Lou Gilley, age 73, of Phil Campbell, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 17, 2022, at Cullman...
Obituary: Carolyn Monts Branch
Carolyn Monts Branch was born to John Michael Monts and Mary Frank Monts of Cullman, AL on August 7, 1948. She died June 9,...
New principals named at Good Hope Primary, West Point High
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Wednesday approved the hiring of two new principals. Shanda Garner will be the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 15, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman’s WildWater celebrates grand opening on June 17
CULLMAN, Ala. – WildWater Cullman will celebrate its grand opening on Friday, June 17, 2022. Park hours will be from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00...
Local man arrested following DV incident
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Deputies from the Cullman County Sheriff’s office responded to a report of domestic violence in the Valley Grove community on Saturday,...
Antique Tractor and Engine Show provides family fun
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 24th Annual Hanceville Antique Tractor and Engine Show was held on Saturday under the bright sun at Wallace State Community...
Cullman man arrested for drugs; weapons seized after eluding deputies
CULLMAN, Ala. - Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of a suspicious vehicle in the Vinemont area on Sunday,...
Obituary: Carolynn Sue Moody Daniel
Carolynn Sue Moody Daniel, 71, of Double Springs passed away June 13, 2022, at her residence. ...
Obituary: Woodie Darrell White
Woodie Darrell White, age 76, of Hanceville, passed away on Monday, June 13, 2022 at U.A.B. Hospital in Birmingham. He was born in Cleburne...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders host summer games at Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope's varsity boys and girls each played in a pair of summer play-day games Tuesday at Good Hope High School. The...
Cullman Community Theater presents ‘Seven Brides for Seven Brothers’
CULLMAN, Ala. - "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" is a musical with a book by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay. Set in the late...
Arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Holly Pond is a family’: Addison Armstrong recaps her time as a Bronco
HOLLY POND, Ala. - In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond softball player Addison Armstrong, who will be majoring in Agricultural Business at...
City of Hanceville hosts inaugural Bull Bash Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The fun was just starting in Hanceville. The Parade of Bulls was on Friday night and there was a BBQ dinner afterwards. The...
Local author and former CHS teacher holding book reading and signing at Karma’s Coffeehouse
CULLMAN, Ala. - Retired Cullman High School teacher and now, best-selling author, Dorenda Doyle, will present a reading and signing of her newly published...
2nd Annual Cullman Area Association of Realtors Golf Tournament set for July 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Association of Realtors Golf Tournament will be held at Cross Creek Golf Course with early bird registration beginning at...
2nd Fridays makes a return to the Warehouse District
CULLMAN, Ala. - Friends and families packed nearly a mile stretch of 1st Avenue on Friday night for 2nd Fridays which spanned from Depot...
Obituary: Reba Joyce Helsel Gower
Reba Joyce Helsel Gower, 49 of Double Springs, entered into rest on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at her home.
Reba was born on July 8,...
Obituary: Linda Gail Peters Bailey
Linda Gail Peters Bailey was welcomed into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Linda was 62 years old...
Surviving the high cost of living
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (2022), food prices, on average, increased by 10.8 percent from April...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Softball’s Felicity Frame named ASWA Community College Athlete of the Year; tennis...
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State softball’s Felicity Frame was recognized Sunday as the Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA) Community College Athlete of the Year during the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Live in the moment’: Zeke White remembers his Cold Springs career
BREMEN, Ala. - In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs guard/defensive end Zeke White, who will continue his academic and athletic career at...
Cullman Ballet Theatre School offering Summer Dance Classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Ballet Theatre School (CBT) is offering the opportunity for all ages, from young children to adults, to attend Summer Dance...
Among the literacy elite
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has been named one of only two Science of Reading spotlight districts by the Alabama State Department of...
Search for missing Cullman girl continues
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office investigators are still actively following up on leads in the search for Alana Jean Aldridge.
Ms. Aldridge,...
Obituary: Robert A. Love
Robert A. Love, age 93, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 10, 2022. Robert was born December 12, 1928, in Jefferson...
‘Don’t ever take anything for granted’: Cody Bales looks back on his time at...
BREMEN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to former Cold Springs basketball and baseball standout Cody Bales about his Eagles career.
Cody shared some...
Young members of No Fences Cowboy Church with servants’ hearts host outreach
FALKVILLE, Ala. - No Fences Cowboy Church in Falkville is on a mission to teach an invaluable lesson to its young parishioners—the positive impact...
52 ODES TO JOY: THE 1-HOUR S.U.N.S. JOY LIFT
NEVER TRUST A GERONTOLOGIST UNDER 70! Please hear me saying that playfully. However, I’ve done my 70 years and spent much of it studying...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1904 and 1934
From the files of 1904:
Professor J.L. Gibson has moved to Falkville, where he is in charge of the college there.
Miss Dora E. Schneider and...
APLICATIONS
CCSO weekend arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the weekend, including:
Thursday, Nov. 3
CCSO deputies went to a residence in...
