Obituary: Marie Walker
Funeral service for Marie Walker, age 95, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Larry D. Bishop
Larry D. Bishop, 81, of Addison, passed away May 20, 2023 at his residence.
He was born May 2, 1942, in Winfield, Alabama. He was...
Obituary: Kevin Michael Klansky
Kevin Michael Klansky, age 84, of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, at his residence. He was born Nov. 28, 1938, in...
Obituary: Marshall Earnest Brannan
Funeral service for Marshall Earnest Brannan, 88, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church...
Obituary: David D. Hays
David D. Hays, age 81, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023. He was born in Cullman, Alabama on Sep. 6,...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 22, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Wallace State Softball earns No. 3 seed at NJCAA Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Softball is the No. 3 seed in the National Junior College Athletic Association’s (NJCAA) Division I Softball...
ALEA’s Marine Patrol launches National Safe Boating Week, offers free vessel inspections
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Like the waves on Alabama’s beautiful gulf coast shoreline, Summer is quickly rolling in, and with the weather warming up, it...
AL unemployment rate record low 2.2%; Cullman County’s rate 1.4%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted April unemployment rate is 2.2%, down from March’s rate of...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Believe in yourself’: Holly Pond’s Bai Widner recaps Bronco career
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to one of the standout seniors on Holly Pond's softball team, Bai Widner. She made...
Obituary: Rena King
Funeral service for Rena King, age 52, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home;...
Obituary: Robert Earl Bronson Jr.
A graveside service for Robert Earl Bronson Jr., 59, of Hanceville, AL. will be 2 p.m. Monday, May 22, 2023 at Lystra Baptist Cemetery...
Obituary: Martha Jo Terry
Martha Jo Terry, 77, of Vinemont, passed away May 20, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She is now resting in...
Cullman County parks summer events
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Parks and Recreation and the Cullman County Commission have many fun events planned for the public this summer. Cullman...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – ‘Alabama is an Arboretum’
Dear Alabama Arboretum Ambassador, yes, that means YOU and all of us from Governor Ivey to the youngest child in our state who just...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
County Board of Education: R.E. Moore, Superintendent; Doctor J.G. Daves, President; T.F. Gladney, Vice- President; Judge Tankersley; A. Pinkerton and...
Commission responds to community concerns about Sportsman Lake ducks
CULLMAN, Ala. – Recently, parkgoers have raised concerns about the ducks and the food available for purchase for them at Sportsman Lake Park. Worries...
Dinner on First: New location, same feel
CULLMAN, Ala. – Dinner on First, hosted annually by the Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) Foundation, looked a little different this year....
Cullman County Child Development Center graduates 6
VINEMONT, Ala. – There was hardly a dry eye in the house Friday, May 19, at the commencement ceremony for the Cullman County Child...
SPRING FOOTBALL: Fairview rolls to 56-14 jamboree win over DAR
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Aggies faced off against the DAR Patriots in a Friday night spring jamboree game. Fairview took control from the word go...
ADCNR: Free Fishing Day is June 10
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On Saturday, June 10, 2023, Alabamians and out-of-state visitors alike will have the opportunity to fish for free in most public...
Obituary: Barbara Ann Alexander
Barbara Ann Alexander, age 73, of Arley, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023 at her residence.
She was born July 5, 1949 in Gadsden, Alabama.
Barbara...
Obituary: Rachel Hannah Yates
Memorial service is incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date for Rachel Hannah Yates, 75, of Cullman.
Rachel passed away...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 19, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 19, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP SPORTS: ‘We should always be kind to those around us’: Holly Pond’s Samantha...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond senior basketball and softball player, Samantha Giles. Giles had so many great...
Pet of the week: Make healthy choices with Oats
CULLMAN, Ala. – Oats, an approximately 2-year-old male pit bull terrier mix with a toasted tan coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman...
WSCC hosting event for women interested in skilled trades
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career & Workforce Development will host “Empowered: Women in the Trades,” a Lunch and Learn on Thursday, June...
Statewide agencies that assist domestic violence victims granted $115K
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $115,000 to help provide training and resources that ensure victims of domestic violence have...
Obituary: Debbie Kay Herron
Memorial service for Debbie Kay Herron, 65, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m., Sunday, May 21, 2023 at Mission Grove Baptist Church.
Debbie passed...
Obituary: Mary Stansell Lovvorn
Mary Stansell Lovvorn, 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. Mary was born in Cullman, AL.
A visitation for Mary will...
PREP CHEER: ‘Always have faith in yourself and your team’: Good Hope’s Jessalyn Nichols...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope sophomore cheerleader Jessalyn Nichols. This was her first season on the varsity...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 18, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
City school board recognizes CMS Archery Team
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board at its meeting Tuesday evening recognized the Cullman Middle School Archery Team, which this year placed...
Obituary: Sharon Kay Clark
Sharon Kay Clark, age 71, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at her residence.
Sharon was born on May 17, 1951 in...
Obituary: Timothy “Tim” Alton Mullican
Timothy “Tim” Alton Mullican, 65, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at his home.
Tim was born on Nov. 29,...
Obituary: Jody Gasser Buxton
Jody Gasser Buxton, 76, of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at her residence. She was born January 6, 1947 in Cullman,...
Obituary: Mary Carolyn Burbridge
Mary Carolyn Burbridge, age 86, of Logan, AL, formerly of Shirley, AR, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at her residence. She was born...
ACES: Kick off summer with the 4-H BIGGEST Catch contest
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Alabama 4-H invites you to make a splash this summer with the 4-H BIGGEST Catch, a virtual fishing competition. The...
Campbell, Page named to Berry College spring 2023 Dean’s List
ROME, Ga. - The Berry College Dean's List honors students who posted an academic average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while...
Obituary: Jackie O’Dell Mikel, Jr.
Jackie O’Dell Mikel, Jr., 26, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away on May 16, 2023. D.J. was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on October 14,...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 17, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Grow together as a team and family’: West Point’s Katie Beth Yovino...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point sophomore Katie Beth Yovino was moved from the JV squad to the varsity team toward the end of...
Mayor gives road work update
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night had a light agenda, with Mayor Woody Jacobs giving an update on ongoing road...
Cullman County Probate Office implements e-recording
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Probate Office has implemented e-recording of some documents. Wendy Lambert, the office’s bookkeeper, address the Cullman County Commission...
Baileyton hosts 3rd annual Family Fun Day
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The morning sun poured down on Baileyton as dozens of arts and crafts purveyors, food tents and local merchants put the...
CHS seniors celebrate college picks with sidewalk art
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seniors preparing to depart Cullman High School have earned close to $5 million and counting in scholarships, so the school celebrated...
Obituary: Frances Onita Shockley
The funeral service for Frances Onita Shockley, 71, of Cullman, will be 11 a.m., Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home. Rev. Larry...
Obituary: Ralph Derriel Brooks, Sr.
Ralph Derriel Brooks, Sr., 92, of Berlin, went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 15, 2023. Welcoming him home was his...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 16, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman Regional names new Chief Operating Officer
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Regional Medical Center has named Jason Cunningham, MHA, FACHE, as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Cunningham will be responsible...
April 2023 health department scores
CULLMAN, Ala. – Each month, food establishments are inspected by the Alabama Department of Health and graded on every aspect of the business.
Below are...
PREP TRACK & FIELD: ‘If you keep continuing to work hard, you will get...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – This track & field season was another successful one at Good Hope as the Raiders finished runners-up in Sectionals for...
Cullman Homeschool Theater to present ‘Politically Correct Bedtime Stories’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Homeschool Theater will present "Politically Correct Bedtime Stories" on Saturday, May 20, at 3 p.m. at No Fences Cowboy Church.
According...
East’s outdoor classroom certified by NWF
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School on Monday morning, May 15, hosted a certification ceremony for its outdoor classroom, which has been named a...
‘I don’t think he realizes the difference he has made’
Cold Springs band director William Johnson retires
BREMEN, Ala. – Longtime Cold Springs High School Band Director William Johnson is putting down the baton and...
Threat to St. Bernard deemed not credible; classes to resume Tuesday
CULLMAN, Ala. – A threat made online against St. Bernard Preparatory School in Cullman over the weekend was determined to not be credible, according...
Obituary: Earnie Houlier Haynes
Funeral service for Earnie Houlier Haynes, age 88, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Cullman First Baptist...
Obituary: Charles Edward Holcomb
Charles Edward Holcomb, jack of all trades and master of none, passed away on May 14, 2023, at the age of 76. Mr. Holcomb...
Obituary: Donna Sue Brown
Graveside service for Donna Sue Brown, 61, of Parrish, Alabama will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Etha Cemetery, Rev. Steve...
Obituary: David Bruce Pylant
David Bruce Pylant, age 74, of Pine Mountain, GA, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023 at his residence of heart failure.
He was born Feb....
Arrests and Incidents reported May 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
ALEA: 2 wheels, 4 wheels, we all must share the road
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - This May, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is teaming up with the
U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...
‘It was all about working together’: West Point’s Jasmine Quick recaps high school career
WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to West Point's Jasmine Quick about some of the many great memories during her time...
WSCC Respiratory Therapy graduates recognized
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Respiratory Therapy program graduated more than two dozen students during its annual pinning ceremony.
Class president Jaida Johnson...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Simple Lies’ by David Baldacci
“Simply Lies” is David Baldacci’s latest book. It is a psychological thriller set in Virginia about two women in a cat and mouse race to solve a...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Legendary mothers
While creating the mother character, Frau Ruehl, in the folktale “WUNDERGARTEN,” I didn’t have to look far for stellar examples. I was lucky to...
Files from Yesteryear: 1904, 1934
From the files of 1904
Warm, dry weather continues.
Arthur Sanderman is behind the counter at Vinemont Grocery Company.
Indications point to a victory for the Democratic...
Letter to the Editor: Tribute to my mother, Grace McDowell Stewart
As we all get ready to remember or celebrate Mother’s Day May 14, my memories of my mother will always remain special to me....
Tiny houses coming to Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – It was a victorious day in Hanceville for community members into the "tiny house" way of life, as the Hanceville City...
Editorial: What is motherhood?
I have been tasked with the insurmountable feat of summing up motherhood, in honor of
Mother's Day. For reference, I like to call myself an...
Space: Cullman students learn planets with creative projects
CULLMAN, Ala. - Elementary students in Cullman City Schools spent recent weeks learning about space and the planets that make up our solar system...
Obituary: Jayne Marie Givens
Funeral service for Jayne Marie Givens, 59, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
CCBOE hosts armed forces signing day
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) on Friday, May 12, hosted high school juniors and seniors at the central office for...
Wallace State celebrates commencement for Class of 2023
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College and President Dr. Vicki Karolewics celebrated the college’s commencement in Traditions Bank Arena of Tom Drake Coliseum....
‘If you don’t belong, don’t be long’
Beggars & Thieves pays it forward for those in need
CULLMAN, Ala. – You've likely seen Beggars & Thieves around town. The large black and...
Gentry, others visit Texas border
CULLMAN, Ala. – Last week Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry was part of a delegation from Alabama that traveled to the U.S.-Mexico border in...
Baileyton ‘Good Time’ Drag Strip under new management
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton “Good Time” Drag Strip is under new management. As of Friday, May 12, Adam Davis has taken over management...
William Sherrer of Bremen participating in UA Cooperative Education Program
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - University of Alabama student William Sherrer, of Bremen, is participating in UA's Cooperative Education Program during the summer 2023 semester. Sherrer...
Obituary: Wilma Lee Corkren Self
Wilma Lee Corkren Self, age 63 of Haleyville, Alabama, formerly of Brilliant, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023, at North Alabama Medical Center in...
Obituary: Gail Rogers Goodwin
Gail Rogers Goodwin, age 84, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023.
Gail is survived by her son Bobby Michael Goodwin; her...
South Vinemont Council votes to annex properties
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night voted to annex four parcels off of Goodwin Road.
According to Town Clerk...
Obituary: Cynthia Dianne Burnham-Yahn
Cynthia Dianne Burnham-Yahn, 66, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on May 11, 2023. She was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on April 4, 1957,...
Obituary: Carole Jones Sellers
A Graveside Service for Carole Jones Sellers will be 12 p.m., Monday, May 15, 2023 at Hopewell Cemetery. The family will receive friends from...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 12, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP CHEER: ‘Be a Christ-like example for my teammates’: Good Hope’s Melanie talks sophomore...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope sophomore Cori Melanie has been on the varsity cheer team for three years and the varsity competition team...
‘Home’: Cullman Women Sing spring concert
CULLMAN, Ala. – The setting sun poured in through the towering stained glass windows of Seventh Street Baptist Church on Tuesday evening as Cullman...
Holly Pond’s Tapscott awarded Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Ethan Tapscott was awarded the High School Attending Two-Year Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 5,...
Saint Bernard recognizes students on Honors Night
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard recognized students for their academic accomplishments during the 2022-23 Academic year on May 3 in the Abbey Byre.
Headmaster Fr....
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats fall in 6A semifinals at No. 1 Oxford
OXFORD, Ala. -- Rain postponed the Class 6A semifinals matchup between Cullman and Oxford Wednesday night, but the Bearcats and the Jackets were able...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Ross
Patricia Ann Ross, age 91, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.
A visitation for Patricia will be held Sunday, May 14,...
Gudger addresses health care visitation bill, I-65, mental health
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, recently gave an update on legislation he’s been working on this session.
Gudger sponsored Senate Bill 113, aimed...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 11, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Jim ‘Coach’ Taylor receives 2023 Impact Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - When Jim "Coach" Taylor first learned he was the recipient of this year's Impact Award at St. Paul's Lutheran School, he...
Cullman County man sentenced to 75 years for failure to register as sex offender
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Greg Nicholas on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, sentenced David Lee Moore, of Hanceville, to 75 years...
Ribbon cut on new basketball court at Smith Lake Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was cut on the new basketball court at Smith Lake Park on Tuesday, May 9.
Due to the location and...
City announces Depot Park improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Thursday announced it will be making infrastructure changes to Depot Park. This will occur immediately to...
Pedestrian struck outside Cullman Publix succumbs to injuries
CULLMAN, Ala. - A pedestrian struck outside Publix in Cullman on Tuesday, May 9, succumbed to her injuries after being transported to UAB Hospital...
Harmony Mendoza to end 13-year run with WVTM 13
Mendoza plans to focus on nonprofit work moving forward
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.– WVTM 13 on Wednesday announced the departure ofmeteorologist Harmony Mendoza. Mendoza has been covering weather in central Alabamafor 13 years but has...
Obituary: David Lloyd Corbin, 49
Celebration of Life Visitation for David Lloyd Corbin, age 49, of Cullman, will be 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 14, 2023,...
Obituary: John Paul Luke Tomeny
John Paul Luke Tomeny, 24, passed away on May 6, 2023.
Born May 6, 1999 to Dr. Patrick and Nelly Tomeny in Dunedin, FL,...
APLICATIONS
Obituary: Kathy Holcomb Haney
Memorial service is incomplete and will be announced at a later date for Kathy Holcomb Haney, 62, of Baileyton.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to...
