Obituary: Sarah Alice Walker
Funeral services for Sarah Alice Walker, 84, of Hanceville will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 14th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Janice Jones
Funeral service for Janice Jones, age 77, of Cullman, will be Tuesday, April 14,2026, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Bro....
Cullman EMS ambulance involved in accident
BETHEL, Ala. - A Cullman EMS ambulance was involved in a motor vehicle accident early Monday morning on U.S. Highway 278 West.
The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire...
ALEA launches new online marine event permit submissionto streamline service
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division is enhancing its service to the public with the launch of a new, streamlined online submission form for marine event permits.
The updated...
Pulling for Survivors tractor pull returns during Alabama Strawberry Festival – April 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Pulling for Survivors tractor pull will return Saturday, April 25, at 9 a.m. as part of the Alabama Strawberry Festival. Hosted in...
Harbin found direction at Wallace State Community College
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Psychology Instructor Casey Harbin said he did not intend to become a teacher. After earning degrees in history and psychology from...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Incredible Winston Browne’ by Sean Dietrich
This novel by Sean Dietrich has a dual storyline. The first is about Sheriff Winston Browne and the residents of Moab. The second is about a young girl...
(Updated) 2 dead following 2-vehicle wreck in Walter
Updated April 13, 2026, at 12:20 p.m.
WALTER, Ala. - Two people died as a result of a two-vehicle wreck Sunday evening in the Walter...
ARCHERY: Vinemont Elementary takes 2026 NASP State Championship behind top ten marks from Stracqualursi...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Teams from across Alabama met at the Cramton Bowl Multiplex in Montgomery on Friday for the 2026 NASP Alabama State Championship....
FAITH: Get to know Cullman Christian School
With the 2025-2026 school year coming to a close, registration for next year is now open at Cullman Christian School. The school welcomes families to learn more about enrolling,...
A moment with new UWCC Executive Director Tyler Hooper
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tyler Hooper officially stepped into his role as executive director of the United Way of Cullman County on March 2, 2026.
Hooper said the community has played a significant role in shaping who...
COLUMN: I’ve never been to Oklahoma, but I’ve been to Spain
Yes, I know the songs says, “Well, I’ve never been to Spain, but I’ve been to Oklahoma,” but the opposite is now true for...
Files from Yesteryear: April 11, 1946
From the files of April 11, 1946
To and Fro
By EAGLE EYE
“I’m a school boy, age nine. I’m interested in the Strawberry Festival parade and...
FAITH: Cullman’s Rachel Hoffman discusses her faith and being a role model for the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman senior basketball player Rachel Hoffman is so grateful to have God in her life, and He has changed her life...
Sacred Heart holding fundraising walk from Hanceville to Cullman April 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sacred Heart School at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church is sponsoring a fundraising walk from the church’s mission church, St. Boniface in...
Wallace State hosts Jill of All Trades event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College hosted the first-ever Jill of All Trades event in Alabama on Friday, April 10. Hosted across the campus, the one-day...
Hanceville Council talks online youth sports registration
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at is April 9 meeting addressed online registration for youth parks and recreation league sports.
Council members voted to use Jarvis Recreation Management registration management software as...
PREP BASEBALL: Big first inning, strong pitching by Drummond & Wallace helps Vinemont get...
VINEMONT, Ala. - April has been very kind to the Vinemont Eagles so far, as they are 3-1 in their first four games of...
Local students, leaders honored with statewide Farm-City Awards
Farm-City grows Alabama through service, student success
AUBURN, Ala. - Service and community involvement took center stage as farmers, leaders and students came together for...
Obituary: Gerald “Squirrely” Eugene Campbell
Was born July 20, 1943, in Alabama and passed away April 8, 2026, at the age of 82. Gerald was a devoted and well-known...
Obituary: Alexander Scott Morton
Alexander Scott Morton, known to most as Alex, passed away on April 9, 2026, at the age of 27. Alex was born in Jefferson...
Obituary: Rebecca Ann Lynn
A Service celebrating the life of Rebecca Ann Lynn, age 85 of Cullman, will be at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at...
Obituary: Charles “Elwin” Trimble
Charles "Elwin" Trimble, age 73 of Hanceville, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at his residence. He was born April 25, 1952, to...
Obituary: Ronnie Paul Jarrett
Ronnie Paul Jarrett, age 69 of Addison, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2025. He was born February 1, 1957, to John Paul and Thelma...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 10, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 10, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Ray Kretzschmar
Born in Garden City, Alabama, Ray was a lifelong member of the community he loved. He will be remembered as a devoted father, grandfather,...
Obituary: Joel Wendal Kennemur
Funeral services for Joel W. Kennemur, 83, of Athens will be 12 p.m., Sunday, April 12th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Honey: Nature’s original sweetener
There are many sweeteners available to us, but the most interesting and diverse is honey. Honey is a product of honey bees and the only insect-derived...
First graders shine in ‘The Day the Crayons Quit’ musical at CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. – First-grade students of Cullman City Primary School recently took the stage in a vibrant performance of “The Day the Crayons Quit” — a celebration of creativity, confidence and...
Alabama Extension challenges residents to move more this month
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. -With warmer temperatures and more sunlight in the evenings, spring is the perfect time to get up, get out and move more. That’s why...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 9, 2026
BASEBALL
Cold Springs 8, Winston Co. 5 - Batting: C. Johnson 3-4, 1 RBI Pitching: C. Johnson 6.0 IP, 5 R, 1 ER, 5 K
Cullman...
Cullman County CDC hosting Cullman Family Expo this Saturday, April 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) will host its fourth annual Cullman Family Expo this Saturday,...
Cullman Regional Foundation Gala XXV coming April 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Cullman Regional Foundation Gala will take place on Saturday, April 25, at 5:30 p.m. at The Venue at Cotton...
Obituary: Nancy Carol Ergle Hudgins
Funeral service for Nancy Carol Ergle Hudgins, 72, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Monday, April 13, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel...
Obituary: Rev. Jim Hampton
Funeral service for Rev. Jim Hampton, of Baileyton, will be at noon on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Cornerstone Revival Center with Bishop Greg...
Arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman Swim Association wraps up competitive season after pair competes at NCSA championships
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Swim Association (CSA) wrapped up their competitive swim season at the end of March after participating in meets held...
Holly Pond distributes funds to area schools
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its April 6 meeting distributed funds to local schools and held a public hearing about vacating roads.
With...
Cullman City Planning Commission notes: April 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Planning Commission met at the city hall auditorium on April 7.
The commission held a public hearing regarding two subdivisions in progress. First on...
Hoop Shoot champs recognized at Cullman City Council meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at its Monday, April 6, meeting took a few moments to recognize winners of the local Elks Club 2026 Hoop Shoot.
Winners included Alex Wood...
Pet of the Week: Meet Cookie!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cookie is an Australian Shepherd mix with a calm personality, a love for simple moments and a quiet need for reassurance. She’s The Cullman...
TRACK & FIELD: Fallin and Swidecki earn MVP honors; West Point’s boys and Cold...
BREMEN, Ala. - The 2026 Cullman County outdoor track championship was held at Cold Springs high school on Wednesday.
In the boys competitions, West...
Obituary: Benjamin Cody Weeks
Benjamin Cody Weeks passed on April 6, 2026, at the age of 42. He was born on Aug. 29, 1983. Benjamin was a resident...
Obituary: Jerry Craft
Funeral service for Jerry Craft, age 79 of Hartselle, will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
James Doss sentenced to 325 years in sex crimes against children case
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County man on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, was sentenced to 325 years in prison by Cullman County Circuit Court...
Arrests and incidents reported April 8, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 8, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Know the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke
As spring heats up and gives way to summer, it’s important to know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Heat usually peaks between noon-3 p.m. so it's best...
Local Musician Spotlight: Case Graham
CULLMAN, Ala. - Case Graham is a local musician with an excellent reputation for his guitar skills. His style is a combination of rock and metal mixed with groove funk, layered with heavy jazz...
Barefoot University Butterfly Buffet
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, April 3, families gathered at the Sportsman Lake Park Wildflower Garden for a hands-on event called the “Butterfly Buffet,” hosted by Barefoot University.
Alex...
Sportsman Lake Park hosts annual Easter Egg Hunt
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park held its annual Easter Egg Hunt early Saturday morning, April 4. This long-standing tradition keeps growing each year. The free...
Jacobs proclaims April 12–18 Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in city
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed April 12–18, 2026 Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in the city of Cullman, recognizing the critical role emergency dispatchers play in protecting...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 7, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 18, Meek 6 - Batting: J. Williams 2-5 (3B), 2 RBI Pitching: S. Talley 3.0 IP, 0 H, 1 ER, 4 K, W...
PREP SOFTBALL: Benefield’s one-hitter gives Good Hope their third straight County Tournament title in...
VINEMONT, Ala. - On Tuesday afternoon at the Vinemont Sports Complex, fifth-seeded Good Hope met sixth-seed West Point in the 2026 Cullman County Tournament...
East Elementary’s Lacy Cameron named Alabama Teacher of the Year ‘Sweet 16’ finalist
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary Fifth-Grade Teacher Lacy Cameron has been named one of 16 finalists (commonly known as the "Sweet 16") for the...
Obituary: Joan Dean Hill
Funeral services for Joan Dean Hill, 88, of Hanceville, will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 12, at Hanceville Funeral Home. Bro. Christopher Dotson...
Obituary: John Schafer
Funeral service for John Schafer, age 68, of Vinemont, will be at noon on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at Macedonia Baptist Church with Jacob...
Cullman overhauls paving plan, ties road projects to data, budget, public oversight
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council has adopted a new ordinance designed to reshape how the city plans, funds and executes street and transportation infrastructure...
Power to the People Act expands Alabama Public Service Commission, limits base rate increases through...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A newly signed state law will expand the Alabama Public Service Commission from three members to seven and prohibit increases in electric retail...
CCPS receives Safe School Award for second year
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Monday, April 6, visited Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) to present the 2025 Safe School Award...
Layton family purchases Trident Marina, expanding presence on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. - A familiar name in the Smith Lake marina business has expanded its footprint, with Lynn Layton and Jeff Layton recently purchasing Trident Marina from Jeff Tolbert.
The...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point’s Jones no-hits Fairview, Benefield blanks Vinemont and Cold Springs’ offense...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Cullman County Softball Tournament got underway at the Vinemont Sports Complex on Monday. The three quarterfinal matchups featured three shutouts,...
Obituary: Anne R. Lovell
Anne R. Lovell, of Holly Pond, Alabama, was welcomed into Heaven on Saturday evening, April 4, 2026, at the age of 80. Mrs. Anne...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 6, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Overton knocks out Tulsa, Auburn wins NIT Championship in overtime
INDIANAPOLIS – When Auburn had to have it, Kevin Overton came through.
KO knocked out Tulsa in the NIT championship game, hitting a game-tying 3-pointer with eight seconds...
Alabama Audubon free bird-watching events
Alabama Audubon has several bird-watching events scheduled for 2026. Two free events will take place Saturday, April 11.
Birding at Vulcan Trail
The 2.2-mile Vulcan Trail is located at 1701 Valley View Dr., Birmingham, AL 35209. It passes by the Vulcan statue...
Alabama Department of Mental Health recognizes Autism Acceptance Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Mental Health is recognizing April as Autism Acceptance Month, highlighting the importance of awareness, access to services and support for...
Budget-friendly spring family activities
What better way to spend spring days than to have quality time with your spouse or partner and your littles? The days grow longer and energize us as...
Letter to the Editor: I strongly encourage support for House Bill 389
To the Editor,
Domestic violence is not a distant issue – it is a daily reality in our community. I see firsthand the impact this has on individuals and families across our county.
Law enforcement in Cullman County responds to domestic-related calls regularly, many involving repeat offenders and escalating violence. One of the most dangerous moments for a victim is immediately after an offender is released from custody. We have seen cases where victims are re-assaulted within hours...
Obituary: Beverly Lynette Johnson
Beverly Lynette Johnson, age 49 of Vinemont passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Baptist Medical Center - Princeton. She was born, January 4, 1977, to Bernice...
Hanceville library hosting poetry contest
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville is currently hosting a free poetry contest. Submissions must be postmarked by April 24.
Library Manager Teresa Rivera said local teacher and published author Will Justice Drake will be...
Editorial: The first thing I remember isn’t that she’s gone
Publisher’s note: Some stories aren’t about answers. This is one of them.
I don’t think about her death first. That’s what I didn’t expect.
It’s her smile.
That big, effortless smile that showed up before anything...
Files from Yesteryear: April 4, 1963
From the files of April 4, 1963
HANCEVILLE NEWS
Rev. and Mrs. H. A. Harris and J. W. Davis spent the past Sunday in Mississippi visiting...
COLUMN: The ultimate sacrificial gift
Larry was an unusual sort. In fact, to even say such would be like saying that Babe Ruth was a baseball player. Everybody who...
Obituary: Roger Dale Edmondson
Roger Dale Edmondson, age 67, passed away on April 2, 2026, born on November 28, 1958, in Alabama and was residing in Cullman, Alabama....
Obituary: Gay Nell Wilhite
Funeral Service for Gay Nell Wilhite, age 89 of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Mary E. Shikle
Funeral Service for Mary E Shikle, age 86 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 6, 2026 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
TRACK & FIELD: West Point boys, Cold Springs girls place first at Cold Springs...
BREMEN, Ala. - Several local track & field teams met at Cold Springs High School yesterday for the 2026 Cold Springs invitational, where athletes...
Discover the joy of hosting international students
CULLMAN, Ala. - More than 100 international students are in need of host families. Pam Ancelet, an international exchange coordinator with EF High School...
Pink Cactus Western Co., Heavy Equipment Xchange open in Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, April 2, welcomed two new businesses to the Vinemont community. A joint ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrated the openings of The Pink Cactus Western...
Kids invited to Wildflower Walk April 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is taking its Farm Kids Club off-site this month to explore spring blooms on a Wildflower Walk at Sportsman Lake Park.
The walk will...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 3, 2026
BASEBALL
Cordova 10, Addison 0 - Batting: C. Lane 1-2 Pitching: J. Williams 3.0 IP, 3 ER, 2 K
Cold Springs 11, Vinemont 6 - Batting:...
PREP BASEBALL: Big sixth inning helps propel Cold Springs to 11-6 win over Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. - Cold Springs and Vinemont last faced off against each other in the Cullman County Baseball Tournament on March 27th, a game...
Obituary: Mary Louisa Bryan
Mary Louisa Bryan, 77, of Cullman passed away Friday, April 3rd, 2026, at her residence.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mrs....
Arrests and Incidents reported April 3, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Auburn cruises into NIT Championship with 88-66 win over Illinois State
INDIANAPOLIS – Advancing to the NIT championship game for the first time, Auburn got 24 points from Keyshawn Hall and made 12 3-pointers to rout Illinois State...
Evelyn Burrow Museum exhibition features work of Brother Jude Johnston
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College announces a new exhibition featuring the work of the late Brother Jude Johnston.
Johnston was...
2 music businesses, 1 amazing collaboration
CULLMAN, Ala. - Press Rewind Vintage Audio and Wilde Vintage are teaming up to create a unique experience for music lovers.
Wilde Vintage Owner JK Wilde said he and his wife Katie have been working at Finders Keepers for nearly a year...
All the Hats: Tools for success
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders met at Wallace State Community College March 26-27 for the All the Hats conference. The two-day event offered practical tools, resources and connections...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 2, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 8, Vinemont 4 - Batting: S. Talley (Add.) 2-4 (2B), 1 RBI Pitching: S. Talley 4.0 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 7 K
Cullman...
Troopers seize 185 lbs. of marijuana in Interstate 20 CMV inspection
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. – Alabama State Troopers seized 185 pounds of marijuana Tuesday, March 31.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), a...
Hanceville man killed in Cherokee County crash
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ala. – A Hanceville man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:15 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, in Cherokee...
COLLEGE BASEBALL: Late rally puts Gadsden St. over Wallace St., 11-9, to split doubleheader
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - After sweeping Lawson State Community College in a doubleheader last Saturday the Wallace State Lions were 4-2 in their last six games...
Obituary: Beverly Joan Moss
Funeral service for Beverly Joan Moss, 79, of Cullman will be at 3 p.m., Tuesday, April 7th, 2026, at Daystar Church, Pastor Jerry Lawson...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 2, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
COLUMN: Reasons for optimism & concern for Alabama, Auburn and UAB as spring practices...
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the next three weeks, Alabama (April 11) and Auburn (April 18) will play in their "A-Day" spring games, and UAB...
‘I hope they feel the love of God’
New Cullman First Baptist Church sanctuary moving toward completion
CULLMAN, Ala. - Work on the new sanctuary at Cullman First Baptist Church is moving along quickly.
Pastor Tom Richter explained...
Bunnies & Buttons Baby Co., featuring 4D ultrasound, opens in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Bunnies & Buttons Baby Co., a baby boutique featuring 4D ultrasounds, baby clothes and maternity and baby items, recently opened in Cullman.
Owner and Sonographer Allyson Allen graduated from the Diagnostic Medical...
Obituary: Tommy Michael Holloway
Tommy Michael Holloway, 77, of Oneonta, AL, was born on June 16, 1948, and passed away on March 31, 2026, at Hanceville Nursing &...
Obituary: Lila Darlene Hale
Lila Darlene Hale, 88, was born July 3, 1937, in Cullman, Alabama, and passed away March 31, 2026. A beloved, gentle, kind-hearted and adventurous...
Obituary: Virginia Annette Woods
Virginia Annette Woods, age 84 of Vinemont, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at her residence. She was born, October 2, 1941 to...
APLICATIONS
Obituary: Connie Louise Massey
Memorial Service for Connie Louise Massey, age 75 of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
