Taylor Massengill joining Cullman Primary Care OB/GYN
CULLMAN, Ala. - On
August 1, Dr. Taylor Massengill will join Cullman Primary Care OB/GYN. She is
coming on board after the recent
retirement of Dr. Howard...
Alabama agriculture feeling effects of COVID-19
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Practically every industry has been affected by COVID-19 in some fashion. Professionals from the Alabama Cooperative Extension System and Auburn...
Smith Lake Idol Top 6 to perform tonight
BREMEN, Ala. – The Top 9 Smith Lake Idol contestants
will perform tonight at 8 p.m. at Rooster’s Corner. The inaugural Smith Lake
Idol contest has...
Explore: Hanceville’s Veterans Memorial Park
Recently, The Tribune set out to explore all of the many beautiful parks within Cullman County. We’ll visit one each week.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tucked...
‘It never stops’: Javon Daniel talks about continuing work of Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) on Wednesday joined forces with Cullman’s Firehouse Subs for a fundraising event, and The Tribune caught...
TX congressman calls for ban on all groups with historical ties to slavery, including...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Republican U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert of Texas introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday calling on Congress...
Obituary: Russell Drennen Posey
Russell Drennen Posey, 78, of Addison entered into rest Friday, July 24, 2020 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Posey was born Sept. 2, 1941.
A...
Obituary: Kevin Francis Kisbey-Green
Kevin Francis Kisbey-Green, 64, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020. Kevin was born Aug. 26, 1955 in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa...
Obituary: Terry Caldonia Simmons
Memorial service details are incomplete at this time for Terry Caldonia Simmons, 62, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Simmons...
DOJ recommends measures to respond to excessive use of force in Alabama prisons
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released the results of a three-year (2016-19) investigation into claims that prisoners in...
City presents check for paving at CHS
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Friday presented a check to Cullman High School for the paving of the high school parking...
Tony Townson announces candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 2
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tony Townson recently announced his candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 2. He will face incumbent David Moss in the Tuesday,...
Arrests and incidents reported July 24, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 24, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Wallace State’s athletics schedule for 2020-2021 altered in recent NJCAA decision; volleyball postponed until...
HANCEVILLE, ALA.
– Wallace State Community College’s athletics schedule will be altered during
the 2020-2021 academic year after a recent mandate announced by the National
Junior College...
Wallace State announces plans for Fall Semester operations
HANCEVILLE, Ala.
– Wallace State Community College will begin fall semester classes, as
scheduled, on August 17, 2020.
Classes will take place both online and on campus, and
are...
Wallace State Dance offering Dance for Home School program, on-demand online classes this fall
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Wallace State Community College Dance program is offering classes for home schooled students in middle and high school so that they may improve...
Need to visit the driver’s license office? Get there early
CULLMAN, Ala. - Residents around Cullman County have reported long wait times at the Cullman County Courthouse when trying to get or renew their...
Vehicle pursuit ends in wreck
Updated 7-24-20 at 4:23 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A vehicle pursuit that began after a woman allegedly stole a Volkswagen sedan near West Point ended...
Hanceville approves Coronavirus Relief Fund purchases, talks Municipal Election
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail took the opportunity at Thursday afternoon’s city council meeting to thank the citizens of the city for...
Wallace State’s Small Farmer Training program offering online agriculture/horticulture classes this fall
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Career and Workforce Development program is offering an online extension of Small Farmer Training classes during the...
Summer safety: Preventing vehicular heatstroke
CULLMAN, Ala. - When it’s hot outside, it's important to remember not to leave anyone- person or pet- in a vehicle unattended. For tips...
Obituary: Tom Era Rowe
Tom Era Rowe, 102, of Double Springs entered into her rest Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Rowe...
Obituary: Martha Lou McMullin
Memorial services for Martha Lou McMullin, 80, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The...
Obituary: Jane Vann Hetherington
Funeral services for Jane Vann Hetherington, 77, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2020 at Renovation Church with Blue Quick...
Obituary: Shelby Wren-Burrow
Shelby Wren-Burrow, 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
Shelby was born Aug. 17, 1937 to Lela Mae Miller Brock and James...
Obituary: Beverly Ann Blackwood
Mrs. Beverly Ann Blackwood, 83, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
Mrs. Blackwood was born April 5, 1937 in Cullman, Alabama to...
Obituary: Juanita Irene Pajao
Juanita Irene Pajao was born June 15, 1965 and passed away July 22, 2020 and is under the care of Moss Service Funeral Home.
Cullman City, County Schools reaffirm commitment to in-person learning this fall
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City and Cullman County Schools on Thursday issued a joint statement with nine other school systems, reaffirming their decisions to...
AHSAA details ‘Return to Play Best Practices’ document
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Ever
since the coronavirus pandemic brought an early end to school and spring sports
back in March, we’ve been anxiously awaiting information about...
NJ man arrested for assaulting, trying to disarm Cullman deputy
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies on Wednesday arrested Moshe Issakov, 27, of Lakewood, New Jersey after he allegedly attacked...
U.S. Justice Dept.: Excessive force in Alabama’s men’s prisons violates Constitution
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division and the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Alabama...
Gudger: Small businesses, apply for extra COVID-19 relief now; deadline Saturday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey earlier this month announced the $100 million Revive Alabama grant program to support small businesses (businesses with 19...
Chris Thompson announces candidacy for South Vinemont Town Council, place 1
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - Chris Thompson recently announced his candidacy for South Vinemont Town Council, place 1. He will face incumbent JoAnn Oakley in...
Arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Julie Ray announces candidacy for Holly Pond Town Council, place 1
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Julie Ray on Thursday morning officially announced her candidacy for Holly Pond Town Council, place 1. Ray will face incumbent...
LIST: Qualified candidates for Aug. 25 municipal elections
CULLMAN, Ala. - Candidates who qualified for municipal elections coming up Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020, as reported by officials of Cullman County’s municipalities, are...
Obituary: Edwin “Sandy” Pawpaw McManus
Graveside services for Edwin “Sandy” Pawpaw McManus, 72, of Cullman were at 2 p.m., Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at Springhill Baptist Cemetery. Rev. Roger...
Duck River Reservoir: Looking back at the project, part 2
CULLMAN, Ala. - In July 2018, as officials awaited pending litigation over the Duck River Dam, the City of Cullman went forward with plans...
Pet of the Week: Meet your new best Buddy!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Buddy is an 11-month-old Red Tick Hound....
Alabama Historical Commission announces 2021 Grant Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Historical Commission (AHC), the State Historic Preservation Office, has opened its 2021 Grant Program with funds appropriated by the...
Central Board approves AHSAA return to play ‘Best Practices’ affirming plans to start fall...
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
– The Alabama High School Athletic Association Central Board of Control
approved the AHSAA’s Return to Play ‘Best Practices’ recommended
guidelines Wednesday and reaffirmed plans to start...
Local COUNTRY Financial agent Lee Powell donates $1.5K to Cullman Police Department
CULLMAN, Ala. - This week, local COUNTRY Financial agent Lee Powell presented a check for $1,500 to the Cullman Police Department. The donated funds...
The ‘Power of Produce’ at Cullman Festhalle
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex always has an abundance of programs, and one happening every Saturday through October is the Power of...
Arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cyber Broadband officially announces fiber network for east Cullman County
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Local internet service provider Cyber Broadband hosted a press conference Tuesday afternoon at Baileyton Town Hall to officially announce the $1.33...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes, July 21, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met early Tuesday morning to discuss preparations for the upcoming school year.
Under new business, the board...
Obituary: Ricky Thompson
In loving memory of Ricky Thompson, 66, of Hanceville, Alabama. Ricky was born March 14, 1954 in Cullman County to the late J.W. and...
Obituary: Margie Ann Watkins
In loving memory of Margie Ann Watkins, 86, of Huntsville, Alabama.
The family of Mrs. Watkins will be having a private funeral service.
She is survived...
Obituary: James Riley Hughes
James Riley Hughes, 89, of Double Springs entered into rest Monday, July 20, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Hughes was...
Obituary: Sheryl Ann “Sherry” Barker
Sheryl Ann “Sherry” Barker, 60, of Haleyville passed away Monday, July 20, 2020.
She was born Jan. 11, 1960 in Crawfordsville, Indiana to Lionel Dale...
Obituary: Jean Marie Harrison
Jean Marie Harrison was born March 13, 1925 and passed away July 21, 2020 and is under the care of Moss Service Funeral Home.
Obituary: Jaclyn Erica Kilgore
Jaclyn Erica Kilgore of Montgomery, formerly of Cullman, passed away July 18, 2020 at the age of 30.
She was born in Cullman Aug. 31,...
Obituary: Lowell Jackson Garrison, Jr.
Lowell Jackson Garrison, Jr., 74, of Cullman passed away Monday, July 20, 2020 at his residence. He was born Dec. 8, 1945 to Lowell...
Obituary: Marie Jose West
Marie Jose West, 95, passed away Monday, July 20, 2020 at Rose Manor in Haleyville.
She was born Jan. 30, 1925 to Julian and Julie...
Obituary: Carolyn Fay Gerstman Hancock
Graveside services for Carolyn Fay Gerstman Hancock, 74, of Arley will be at 11 a.m.
Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at Bethlehem West Baptist Cemetery, Rev....
Ivey announces statewide online driver’s license renewal extension
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced Alabama driver’s license holders will now be allowed to renew online a second time during...
Arise owner talks mental health, business during COVID-19
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Arise Coffee Company in Hanceville welcomed musician Anna Kate Warner for a concert Saturday evening to raise funds to support the...
Duck River Reservoir: Looking back at the project, part 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs announced Friday, July 17 that the city of Cullman has begun drawing water from the Duck River Reservoir...
Arrests and incidents reported July 21, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 21, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘The show must go on’: Marching bands adjust to socially-distant practices
CULLMAN, Ala. – From a performer’s perspective, “The show must go on,” but the COVID-19 pandemic has made that challenging. Cullman High School Band...
Garden City council promotes employees, appoints election officers
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Garden City Town Council on Monday evening promoted two Town employees and officially appointed its election officials for the...
West Point council talks paving projects, food distribution, election
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday night approved funding for paving around the storm shelter next to town hall....
Obituary: Michael Wade Lee
A private family graveside service for Michael Wade Lee, 64, of Cullman will be at noon Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Johnny Dale Daniel
Johnny Dale Daniel, 69, of Double Springs entered into rest Sunday, July 19, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Johnny was born...
Obituary: Kenneth “Curly” Tipton
Kenneth "Curly" Tipton, 79, of Cullman, Alabama passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020 at home surrounded by his family.
Kenneth was an avid sports fan....
Obituary: Luetta Crider Kinney
Luetta Crider Kinney, 96, of Vinemont passed into her eternal rest at home surrounded by her children July 19, 2020. Graveside services will be...
Obituary: Margie Ann Self
Margie Ann Self, 80, of Cullman passed away from natural causes Sunday, July 19, 2020 at Cullman Health Care Center. She was born May...
Obituary: Maxine Fincher Cornelius
Graveside services for Maxine Fincher Cornelius, 82, of Cullman, AL will be July 21 at 4 p.m.
at Crossroads Cemetery; West Point, Rev. Steve Rodgers...
Obituary: Kenneth Cleghorn
Kenneth Cleghorn, 81, of Cullman, formerly of Arley, entered into rest Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Cullman Healthcare North.
Kenneth was born April 15, 1939...
Ivey announces $170M for health care, remote learning in Alabama public schools
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday awarded $70 million to support the Alabama State Department of Education’s (ALSDE) Education Health and Wellness...
(Updated) Search continues on Smith Lake for missing boater Dustin New
Updated 7-21-20 at 11:10 a.m.
Update from Sgt. Chad Pate with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division:
The search continues for missing boater,...
Arrests and incidents reported July 20, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 20, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Jim Thorpe Award tabs Brontae Harris on Preseason Watch List
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –
Despite missing all of last season with a foot injury, senior Brontae Harris
has been named to the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award Preseason Watch...
JoAnn Oakley announces re-election bid for South Vinemont Town Council, place 1
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - JoAnn Oakley on Monday announced her re-election bid for South Vinemont Town Council, place 1. The Municipal Election will take...
Merrill: Absentee voting available for August municipal elections
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Secretary of State John H. Merrill on Monday announced he has officially extended the opportunity for anyone concerned about COVID-19 to...
Obituary: Hilda Jeanette Todd
Graveside services for Hilda Jeanette Todd, 80, of Hanceville will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 21 at Bethlehem Methodist Cemetery, Dodge City. Pastor...
Obituary: Margaret Ann Connors Akin
On Sunday, July 19, 2020, Margaret Ann Connors Akin, 89, while being lovingly cared for at Hanceville Nursing Home and Rehab Center for three...
Joyce Barnett announces candidacy for Hanceville City Council, place 1
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Joyce Barnett on Sunday announced her candidacy for Hanceville City Council, place 1. The Municipal Election will take place Tuesday, Aug....
Extension Office offering Basic Estate Planning webinar
The coronavirus pandemic has made many aware of just how important planning for their eventual death and possible incapacity is. Not having a will...
City, county schools prepping for students
CULLMAN, Ala. - As schools prepare for the new year to start, The Tribune looked into how they are implementing COVID-19 prevention guidelines. We...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Mountain climbing practice
Our daughter Robin, who is the grandmother of Crosby and Alder, has been keeping them a good bit this summer since she is out...
Files from Yesteryear: 1902, 1952
From the Files of 1902:
J.A. McMinn has just opened a full line of groceries at his old stand.
A.W. Lancaster has gone to Falkville to...
Culpepper, Jacobs address crowd at ‘LOVE TRAIN’ Unity Concert
CULLMAN, Ala. – Folks gathered at Depot Park Saturday night for “an evening of good music, food and love” at the LOVE TRAIN Unity...
Obituary: Ruth E. Garner
Graveside services for Ruth E. Garner, 92, of Garden City will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, July 20 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville...
Obituary: Brenda Jacquelyn Freeman
Brenda Jacquelyn “Jackie” Freeman of Cullman passed away July 18, 2020 at the age of 75.
She was born July 19, 1944 to Chart and...
Obituary: Mark Steven Lynn
Mark Steven Lynn, 52, of Cullman passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020.
His family will receive friends Monday, July 20, 2020 at Moss Service Funeral...
Cullman Elks, Jack Aces raise money for Cullman Caring for Kids, collect toys for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Elks Lodge and Jack Aces Riding Club on Saturday teamed up for the fifth year to spread a little...
Smith Lake Idol Top 9 perform tonight
Updated 7-22-20 at 3:36 p.m.
BREMEN, Ala. – The Top 9 Smith Lake Idol contestants will perform tonight at 8 p.m. at Rooster’s Corner. The...
Explore: Zip over to Carroll Acres Park
Recently, The Tribune set out to explore all of the many beautiful parks within Cullman County. We’ll visit one each week.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tucked...
Hunting season dates announced for 2020-2021
The 2020-2021 hunting season will bring big changes for white-tailed deer hunters in a few parts of Alabama with the creation of two new...
CCBOE discusses plans for returning to class
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its monthly work session and meeting Thursday night discussed plans for the return...
United Way Stuff the Bus school supply drive underway
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) kicked off its fourth annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive Friday, encouraging shoppers headed...
Obituary: Frances Geraldine Cheatwood
Graveside services for Frances Geraldine Cheatwood, 80, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 19, 2020 at Baldwin Heights Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Ruby Stewart Dye
Funeral services for Ruby Stewart Dye, 90, of Cullman, AL will be at 11 a.m. Monday, July 20, 2020 at Cullman Funeral Home. Visitation...
Obituary: Gilbert Olen Cook
Graveside services for Mr. Gilbert Olen Cook, 78, of Eva will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 20, 2020 at Eidson Chapel Presbyterian Church. ...
Obituary: Jimmy Harold Lee
Jimmy Harold Lee, 71, of the Moreland community entered into rest Thursday, July 16, 2020 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
Jimmy was born July 21,...
Obituary: Ronald Davis Gilbreath
Ronald Davis Gilbreath, 74, of Double Springs entered into rest Thursday, July 16, 2020 at Hendrix Health and Rehabilitation.
Mr. Gilbreath was born April 16,...
Duck River water reaches Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs announced Friday that the city of Cullman has begun drawing water from the Duck River Reservoir to the...
WSCC Occupational Therapy Assistants get creative in face of site shortages
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - COVID-19 has created all manner of hardships for professionals in medical service, but also for those working to get into the...
Bountiful blueberries: Local, family-owned Bagwell Blueberry Farm a summer treat
CULLMAN, Ala. – Along County Road 721 in eastern Cullman County, you’ll find Bagwell Blueberry Farm. It’s a small farm owned by local couple...
APLICATIONS
Obituary: Ruth Marie Duvick Loveless
Ruth Marie Duvick Loveless, age 84, of Haleyville, passed away Saturday, November 6, 2021, at her home.
Mrs. Loveless was born on December 8, 1936...
