Former AL Senate Majority Leader Zeb Little indicted on 3 counts of theft in...
Zeb Little (Cullman County Sheriff's Office)
LATEST UPDATE: http://www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2019/02/22/updated-former-al-senate-majority-leader-zeb-little-allegedly-stole-more-25k
Updated 2-22-19 at 1:51 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Former Alabama Senate Majority Leader Zeb Little, 50, turned himself...
Obituary: Joe Yeager Brindley
Funeral services for Joe Yeager Brindley, 87, will be Saturday Feb. 23, 2019 at Moss Service Funeral Home in Cullman, Ala. A viewing begins...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Cheatham
Funeral services for Jerry Wayne Cheatham, 85, of Cullman are Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home; Rev. Larry Brown...
Obituary: Josh Timothy Pinkard
Josh Timothy Pinkard, 37, of Aurora, Illinois, walked into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Feb. 15, 2019. Josh served the Lord...
Obituary: Larry Eugene Wilkins
Larry Eugene Wilkins, of Bremen, passed away Feb. 21, 2019 at the age of 61. He was born in Cullman May 9, 1957.
He is...
Obituary: Joyce McAnnally Casey
Graveside services for Joyce McAnnally Casey, 79, of Decatur will be 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, 2019 at Garden City Cemetery. Hanceville Funeral Home...
Obituary: Jettie A. Pope White
Jettie A. Pope White, 88, passed away peacefully at The Hanceville Nursing & Rehab Center on Feb. 20, 2019, after an extended illness. Jettie...
Cullman celebrates 31 years as ‘Tree City USA’; poster winners recognized
Arbor Day Poster Contest winners pose for a photo with Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs and members of the Cullman Tree Commission, Alabama Forestry Commission...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview falls to Anniston 50-27 in Northeast Regional Finals
Molly McKelvy (32) sprints past Anniston's Anna Garrett (10) during Fairview's loss to the Lady Bulldogs on Thursday. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman Tribune)
JACKSONVILLE....
Arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 21, 2019
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 21, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Wallace State’s Electronics Technology launches Alabama F.A.M.E. program chapter
Left to right: Art Rousseau, Alabama Community College Conference director of career and technical education; Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics; and Wallace State...
Dance Alabama! coming to Welti Elementary on Friday
Photo courtesy Dance Alabama!
WELTI, Ala. - The University of Alabama’s Dance Alabama! troupe will perform for students at Welti Elementary School on Friday, Feb....
Service details announced for Aurora victim Josh Pinkard
A family photo of Josh Pinkard, his wife Terra and their three children (contributed)
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond native Josh Pinkard, a victim...
(Updated) Major League Fishing coming to Cullman, Smith Lake
Members of area school fishing teams posed for pictures with pro fishermen and representatives of Major League Fishing, along with local officials, after Monday’s...
Severe Weather Sales Tax Holiday this Friday through Sunday
Photo courtesy of the Alabama Retail Association
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – From Friday, Feb. 22, to Sunday, Feb. 24, Alabama will observe its eighth annual Severe Weather Preparedness...
Always Reforming: Dysfunctions and decline
Last week we focused on assessment and why that process is so important. Assessment informs a local church of the true condition of ministry....
Always Reforming: Courage
This is the second in a series of five. In this article we focus on Courage. Perhaps a quote from the well-known exchange in...
Always Reforming: Tenacity
This is the fifth in a series of five. Our focus today is tenacity. Caleb has long been one of my favorite biblical personages....
Always Reforming: Loyalty
This is the fourth in a series of five. The average pastoral tenure is three-and-a-half to four years. True loyalty is developed over time...
Obituary: Amanda “Mandy” Elizabeth Ingalls Warren Woolard
Amanda “Mandy” Elizabeth Ingalls Warren Woolard lived a vibrant life for 89 years. She went to be with our Heavenly Father on Feb. 18,...
Obituary: Greg Patterson
Funeral services for Greg Patterson, age 56, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 22, 2019, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Kenneth Denoy Kilgo
Funeral services for Kenneth Denoy Kilgo, age 61, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019, at Ebenezer Baptist Church...
Visitation, funeral set for West Point Mayor Kenneth Kilgo
West Point Mayor Kenneth Kilgo (Cullman Tribune file photo)
WEST POINT, Ala.- Visitation and funeral service details have been announced for West Point Mayor Kenneth...
Arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 20, 2019
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 20, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
7 arrested in Cullman County on federal drug indictments
Clockwise from top left: Danny Ray Tucker, 51, of Crane Hill; Kristie Michelle Self, 42, of Bremen; Tonya Lynn Brock, 42, of Crane Hill;...
Cullman, Smith Lake named as location for Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour Stage...
Left to right: Professional fishermen Jordan Lee, Matt Lee and Randy Howell at a press conference at Cullman City Hall Wednesday morning (Nick Griffin...
Road tripping with Baileyton, Hanceville seniors
Seniors from Baileyton and Hanceville pose for a photo outside 50 Taters in Scottsboro Monday. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. -...
(Updated) City School Board votes 3-2 to oust Cullman Middle School Principal Lane Hill
Cullman Middle School Principal Lane Hill is shown in June 2017. (Cullman Tribune file photo)
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board voted 3-2...
Big gains for Holly Pond High; Exceptional Service Awards presented
Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette with Fairview Elementary’s County and North Alabama District Hoop Shoot winners Oaklyn Gardner and Lincoln Wright. (Photo courtesy Dr. T.J....
Arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 19, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 19, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
Cullman County Schools on 2-hour delay Wednesday, Feb. 20
Cullman County Schools are on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 20. Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette said the decision was made because of the...
Town of Vinemont declares state of emergency in wake of potential hazardous flooding
Vinemont Councilwoman Shirley Arnett and Mayor Radginal Dodson speak at Tuesday night's special-called meeting. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Longtime Wallace State Golf Coach Dan York honored
Dan York
HANCEVILLE, Ala - Wallace State Community College and the Alabama Community College Conference honored Golf Coach Dan York on Monday for his long...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs defeats Red Bay 54-36 in Northwest Regional title game to...
Elizabeth Hill (3) led the Lady Eagles with 23 points in their 54-36 win over Red Bay Tuesday night. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman...
City School Board votes 3-2 to oust Cullman Middle School Principal Lane Hill
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board voted 3-2 Tuesday night not to renew Cullman Middle School Principal Lane Hill's contract. Numerous...
Alabama Press Association votes to censure Alabama editor over KKK editorial
This editorial ran in Linden, Alabama's The Democrat-Reporter on Feb. 14, 2019. (Courtesy of WVTM 13)
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Press Association Board of...
Empty Bowls: ‘One of our best years ever, if not the best’
For a ticket price of $10, guests received hot, homemade chili, a grilled cheese sandwich and a drink, along with a handmade pottery bowl...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview comes from behind to upset Cherokee County and advance to Regional...
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – Fairview is back in the sweet 16 for the fourth time in five years but this year they had to travel...
West Point Town Council remembers Kilgo, will hold special Feb. 25 session
West Point Councilman Frankie Jones and Mayor Pro Tem Gerald Schafer at Monday night’s meeting o the West Point Town Council (Christy Perry for...
Community with Carol: Ross Harrison of Sacred Heart School
Ross Harrison, left, with Carol Berry, right (Brittany Howell for The Cullman Tribune)
For this week’s Community with Carol, It was my pleasure to sit...
‘He didn’t expect to leave this earth so soon’
A family photo of Josh Pinkard, his wife Terra and their three children (contributed)
CULLMAN, Ala. - Holly Pond native Josh Pinkard was one of...
Pet of the Week: Patriot looking for his new headquarters
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay passed along the good news that last week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week,...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Connor Bruce wins individual low medalist title as WSCC men’s golf finishes...
Wallace State's Men's Golf Team carded a 14-over 590 overall, opening the event with a 292 on Friday and closing with a 293 on Saturday....
(Updated) West Point Mayor Kenneth Kilgo dies at 61
West Point Mayor Kenneth Kilgo passed away on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019 at the age of 61. (Cullman Tribune file photo)
WEST POINT, Ala. -...
PREP BASEBALL: Monday night recap; Cullman and West Point collect opening day wins, Good...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope Raiders kicked off the 2019 baseball season at home against Cleveland Monday night and the Raiders fell...
Cullman area preparing for potential flooding
At a municipal maintenance facility in Hanceville on Monday, Hanceville firefighter Nathan Morgan, along with other workers and volunteers, filled trailer loads of sand...
Obituary: Jerry Mack Winkles
Jerry Mack Winkles, 66, of Addison, entered into rest on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019.
Complete obituary and arrangements will be announced by Nichols Funeral Home.
Obituary: Laura Jean Allen
Laura Jean Allen, age 52, of Cullman, passed away on Feb. 17, 2019, at UAB Hospital. She was born April 30, 1966, to Herman...
Obituary: Clifford Andrew Handley
Funeral services for Clifford Andrew Handley, Sr., 86, of Cullman, AL will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 22, 2019, at Moss Service...
Obituary: Susie Lue Pruitt
Susie Lue Pruitt, 84, was born on Jan. 20, 1935 and passed away on Feb. 16, 2019 in Cullman, Alabama.
Arrangements will be updated by...
Obituary: Judith Ann Roberson
Judith Ann Roberson, 72, of Haleyville, entered into rest on Feb. 16, 2019 at Cottage of the Shoals in Tuscumbia, Alabama.
Ms. Roberson was born...
PREP BASKETBALL: Piedmont knocks off Hanceville 59-48 in Northeast Regional
Hanceville's R.J. Evans (1) drives past a Piedmont defender during the Bulldogs' 59-48 loss Monday night. (Martha Needham for The Cullman Tribune)
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. –...
Arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 18, 2019
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 18, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
West Point Mayor Kenneth Kilgo has died
Kenneth Kilgo (Cullman Tribune file photo)
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point Mayor Kenneth Kilgo has died at age 61. The announcement of Kilgo's passing...
Lenzell “Sonny” Williams
Funeral services for Mr. Lenzell "Sonny" Williams, age 73, of Cordova, formerly of Trimble; will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19...
Obituary: Nerissa Sanders
Services for Mrs. Nerissa Sanders, age 68, of Vinemont are incomplete at this time.
She was born on Oct. 6, 1950 and passed away at...
WEATHER ALERT: ‘Rainfall amounts expected are very similar to what we received in December...
Photo courtesy of pixabay
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ahead of this week's expected rainfall totals and flooding, the Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (CCEMA) is monitoring...
PREP SOCCER: Lady Bearcats finish third at 2019 Southern Shootout
FOLEY, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats traveled to Foley over the weekend for the 2019 Southern Shootout and placed third in their bracket...
ARCHERY: Vinemont Elementary, Vinemont Middle place first at Eagle Eye Archery Tournament
Vinemont Middle School took home top honors at the Eagle Eye Archery Tournament this weekend with a score of 3293. (photo courtesy of Vinemont...
Senior Spotlight: Meet 101-year-old Ruth Duke, part 2
Ruth's family, coming from Georgia, 1904 (Contributed)
See part one here.
In 1938, when Ruth Harris married Hanley Duke, the Great Depression was coming to an...
PREP BASKETBALL: Holly Pond falls to Westminster Christian 70-44 in Northwest Regional
Holly Pond's Levi Boatright (34) drives to the basket during the Broncos' loss to Westminster Christian Saturday night. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman Tribune)
HANCEVILLE,...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Mobile County
The Alabama honeysuckle border was inspired by an 18th century, Southern applique quilt.
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide...
Task force advises: Severe weather preparedness includes guarding against human trafficking
CULLMAN - As we prepare to enter Alabama’s Severe Weather Preparedness Week, Feb. 17-22, the Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force advises that natural...
Obituary: Eunice Dessie Shelton
Mrs. Eunice Dessie Shelton, age 83 of Hanceville, AL, passed away Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
She is survived by her...
Obituary: Sara Glenda Sue (Price) Freeman
Mrs. Sara Glenda Sue (Price) Freeman, age 79 of Hanceville, AL, passed away Friday, Feb. 15, 2019 at her residence.
She is survived by her...
Obituary: Jaye Byran Brock
Funeral services for Jaye Byran Brock, 59 of Dutton, AL, will be 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2019, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Chapel, with...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Broncos fall to Lauderdale County 47-32 in Northwest Regional
Kirsten Campbell (20) attacks the basket during Holly Pond's 47-32 loss to Lauderdale County Saturday night. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman Tribune)
HANCEVILLE, Ala. –...
Putting the bowls in ‘Empty Bowls’
Left to right: Karl Poirier, Nancy Bryant, Fred Hale, Jayne Roberts and Kyle Ganues pose for a photo while unpacking bowls ahead of Monday's...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point’s postseason run ends with 54-35 loss to Pleasant Grove
Miriam Oldacre (10) drives past a Pleasant Grove defender during West Point's 54-35 loss to the Lady Spartans Saturday morning. (Nick Griffin for The...
Holly Pond native Josh Pinkard 1 of 5 victims in Aurora, Illinois mass shooting
Video image from WVTM 13 shows the scene Friday afternoon near the Henry Pratt Company west of Chicago.
Updated Feb. 16, 2019 at 11:25 a.m....
Cullman Caring for Kids announces partnership with Cullman Tribune
Cullman Caring for Kids Assistant Director Nancy Bryant and Director Javon Daniel pose for a photo this week. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN...
Tony Serra Nissan-Cullman Tribune Teacher of the Month: Breann Prince: ‘I love what I...
Tony Serra Product Specialist D.J. Maxwell introduces Teacher of the Month Breann Prince to the 2019 Nissan Altima she will be driving for the...
Publix donates almost $9K to Cullman Caring for Kids
Publix District Manager Vince Mingione (right) and Cullman Publix Store Manager Brad Boshell (left) presented this year’s annual Food for All Campaign donation to...
Chamber welcomes Bruce Pieper to community luncheon
Dr. Bruce Pieper gave an enthusiastic presentation at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s February Community Luncheon Friday at the All Steak. (Seth Miller...
Holly Pond native believed to be among victims in Aurora, Illinois shooting
Video image from WVTM 13 shows the scene Friday afternoon near the Henry Pratt Co. west of Chicago.
LATEST: http://www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2019/02/16/holly-pond-native-josh-pinkard-1-5-victims-aurora-illinois-mass-shooting
Update Feb. 15, 2019 at...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs cruises past Hatton 49-33 to advance to Northwest Regional Finals
Elizabeth Hill (3) led all scorers with 26 points in Cold Springs' 49-33 win over Hatton Friday night. (Martha Needham for The Cullman Tribune)
HANCEVILLE...
Obituary: Myra Juanita Lane
Visitation for Myra Juanita Lane, age 70, of Vinemont, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb.17, 2019, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Hazel Beatrice Persall Hathcote
Funeral services for Mrs. Hazel Beatrice Persall Hathcote, age 92, formerly of Jones Chapel, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019....
Obituary: James Voyles
James Voyles, 92, of Cullman passed away on Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019. He was born Dec. 25, 1926, to Amos and Nora Posey Voyles.
Mr....
Appalachian Regional Commission, ADECA visit Cullman
Health Sciences teacher Tracy Smith looks on as Hanceville seniors Destiny Short and Gracie Hudspeth explain their use of medical simulation training equipment to...
Arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 15, 2019
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 15, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
WSCC TENNIS: Wallace State tennis teams open ACCC play at home today vs. Marion...
Wallace State's 2019 Men's Tennis teams. (Photos courtesy of Russell Moore)
HANCEVILLE, ALA. -- Wallace State’s tennis teams host Marion Military Institute on Friday for...
PREP TENNIS: Lady Bearcats top Hartselle on the road 7-2; Bearcats fall 6-3
Cullman split their varsity tennis matches on the road against Hartselle Thursday night. (Photo courtesy of Jerry Mason)
HARTSELLE - Cullman traveled to Hartselle for...
Obituary: Jessie Allen Smitherman
Jessie "Allen" Smitherman, 74, of Vinemont, entered into rest on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019 at his home.
Allen was born on Sept. 20, 1944 in...
Obituary: William Joshua Phillips
William Joshua Phillips was born on Feb. 8, 2019 and passed away on Feb. 8, 2019.
Obituary: Randy Adam Mooney
Randy Adam Mooney, 35, was born on Feb. 22, 1983 in Cullman, AL and passed away on Feb. 10, 2019.
Obituary: Floyd Donald Bates
Floyd Donald Bates, 86, was born on Jan.25, 1932 and passed away on Feb. 14, 2019.
Visitation will be held Sunday, Feb. 16, 2019 at...
Obituary: Charles Dewayne Freeman
Charles Dewayne Freeman, 82, passed away on Feb. 12, 2019. He was born Nov. 15, 1936 to Onnie and Audrey Freeman, who preceded him...
Obituary: Karola Erika Reynolds
Karola Erika Reynolds, 77 of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019.
Mrs. Reynolds was born in Germany on Oct. 5, 1941. She met...
Obituary: Billy C. Keller
Funeral services for Billy C. Keller, 77, of Cullman will be on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at two o’clock at Moss Service Funeral Home...
Obituary: Billy C. Keller
Funeral services for Billy C. Keller, 77, of Cullman will be on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at two o’clock at Moss Service Funeral Home...
PREP SOCCER: Good Hope kicks off first season in 20 years on the road...
Captains for St. Bernard and Good Hope meet for the coin toss before Thursday night's varsity girls match. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN...
Baileyton sweethearts crowned 2019 King and Queen of Valentine’s Day
Tom Cawley and Linda Cullen (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
Updated 2-15-19 at 7:16 a.m.
BAILEYTON - The votes have been counted and Tom Cawley...
West Elementary’s Shaddix honored at ASDE meeting after being named Alabama School Counselor of...
Elizabeth Shaddix (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN - West Elementary School Guidance Counselor Elizabeth Shaddix received statewide recognition earlier this year when she...
WSCC Nursing students prepare for SkillsUSA presentation
Wallace State Nursing students Taylor Brock, left, Paige Love, Megan Moore, and Nursing Instructor Heather Ashley are preparing for the 2019 Alabama SkillsUSA Leadership...
Cullman man arrested for sexual abuse
Cody Daniel McNabb (Cullman County Sheriff's Office)
CULLMAN - A Cullman man was arrested Tuesday and charged with second-degree sexual abuse. Cullman County Sheriff's Office...
Arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 14, 2019
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests and incidents reported on Feb. 14, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Good Hope awards bid for new pump station, sewer lines
Cullman Tribune file photo
GOOD HOPE - The Good Hope City Council on Monday night awarded a bid for a new pump station and sewer...
Colony unveils plan for high-tech summer youth enrichment program
Colony’s week-long Summer Enrichment Program begins on June 3 at the Tom Bevill Library at the Colony Educational Complex. (Tribune file photo)
COLONY - The...
Cullman’s Jason Sanders says he’ll challenge Sen. Doug Jones in 2020
Jason Sanders poses for a photo Tuesday night in Cullman. (Maggie Darnell for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN - Cullman resident Jason Sanders at Tuesday night’s...
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Arrests and incidents reported on March 20, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 20, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
