Obituary: Carles Lemeul Farr
Carles Lemeul Farr, age 69, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023.
Carles is survived by his wife, Shirley Renee Farr; his...
Obituary: Sylvia Evelyn Annunziato
Sylvia Evelyn Annunziato, 73, of Hanceville, passed away on May 9, 2023, at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born July 28,...
Obituary: Carolotta Lou Cox-Miller
Funeral services for Carolotta Lou Cox-Miller of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Friday, May 12, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: James Jeremy Morrison
Graveside Service for James Jeremy Morrison, age 47, of Cullman, was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 10, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Be the best teammate I can be’: Holly Pond’s Alyssia Mitchell talks...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond Sophomore Alyssia Mitchell about her experience playing both volleyball and basketball for...
‘Eat. Drink. Wander.’
The National opens
CULLMAN, Ala – The National, a stylish and fresh new gastropub in the historic district of Cullman has officially opened its doors....
31 Hanceville High students inducted into National Honor Society
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thirty-one Hanceville High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society in a ceremony held Sunday, May 7, at the...
PREP SOFTBALL: Holly Pond’s season ends at East Regional with losses to Pisgah, Woodland
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – The Lady Broncos hit the road Tuesday morning to compete in this year’s East Regional Tournament in Albertville but unfortunately for...
Obituary: Faye Nell McGriff
Funeral Service for Faye Nell McGriff, age 91, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at New Hope #2...
Obituary: Robin William Fergusson Franks
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Robin William Fergusson Franks, 80, of Blountsville, Alabama.
Mr. Franks passed away May 9, 2023 at his...
Obituary: Cora Lee Ola Pigg
Cora Lee Ola Pigg, 96, of Addison, passed away May 8, 2023 at her residence.
She was born May 22, 1926, in Addison, Alabama. Cora...
Obituary: Bobby Joe Waldrip
Bobby Joe Waldrip, age 89, lifelong resident of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023.
Bobby was born in Bremen, Alabama on April...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 9, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘We will forever be indebted to Hope Horses’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. hosted its popular Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser, Hats, Horses and Hope, Saturday evening, May 6. The event...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for semifinal battle at No. 1 Oxford
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats topped Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one, swept Athens in round two and took a thrilling, three-game...
Local man indicted on 53 counts related to child pornography
CULLMAN, Ala. – A local man arrested earlier this year after allegedly using a cellphone to record images of a child in a restroom...
Council recognizes EES Archery Team, recaps Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night recognized the East Elementary School Archery Team, who took the state title in the...
Good Hope’s Peyton Caudle receives City of Good Hope Endowed Scholarship
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council hosted its first May meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and the main topic...
Obituary: Olean Harper
Our dear mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Olean Harper, was called home to glory on May 7, 2023, and she will be sorely missed....
Obituary: Lt. Col. Raymond O’Neal Lindsey (Ret)
Funeral service for Lt. Col. Raymond O'Neal Lindsey (Ret), age 86, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at...
Obituary: Danny Skinner
Funeral service for Danny Skinner, age 71, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church...
Obituary: Deborah Kay (Turner) Goodson
Funeral services for Deborah Kay (Turner) Goodson, 61, of Union Grove, Alabama will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home...
Obituary: Franklin Elidge Glover
Franklin Elidge Glover, 76, of Vinemont, went home to Jesus on Friday, May 5, 2023 at UAB Hospital. He was born Feb. 21, 1947.
Our...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
6 local students join Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
BATON ROUGE, La. - The following local students were recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Good Hope will always have a special place in my heart’: Good...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope senior Bonnie Williams. She shared some of her best memories during her...
ACES: Alabama 4-H Foundation invests in future through scholarships
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The Alabama 4-H Foundation is helping 35 Alabama 4-H members achieve their dreams of higher education. This year, the foundation...
3rd annual Grilled Cheese Festival coming to Hanceville May 27
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – You'd be hard-pressed to find a more classic, comforting sandwich than a grilled cheese. Whether a simple white bread and American...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Arts in the Garden
ARTS IN THE GARDEN is a new way to enjoy the natural beauty of Sportsman Lake, the 70-year old, Cullman County Parks and Recreation,...
Taziki’s to open soon; job fair May 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – Taziki's Mediterranean Café is gearing up for its much-anticipated arrival in the community, with a soft opening slated for May 30,...
Files from yesteryear: 1937, 1954
From the files of 1937
October is here -the month of witches, black cats and spooks. Already at Fairview High we are looking forward to...
Letter to the Editor: In honor of my father
My beloved father Randy Wilkerson died March 22, 2010, 13 years ago at the age of 61.
My father's love was unconditional, and he always...
STATE TRACK MEET: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles capture 2A State Championships; locals shine...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Another state track meet is in the books and this year the Cold Springs Eagles and Lady Eagles are your Class...
Obituary: John Costin
John Costin, age 53, of Double Springs, passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
John was born February...
Obituary: Glenn “Clyde” Eugene Bonner Jr.
Glenn “Clyde” Eugene Bonner Jr., age 62, of Double Springs, Alabama, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2023, at his residence.
Clyde was born on June...
Obituary: Sherry Lane Morris
Sherry Lane Morris, 68, of Cullman, passed away May 5, 2023 in Cullman, Alabama.
A private graveside ceremony for the immediate family will be held on...
7th graders conquer drone race
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Schools seventh graders on Friday took part in the second annual Cullman County Drone Race at Wallace State Community...
Seniors twist, twirl and dip at Strawberry Festival Senior Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – A little drizzle and unseasonably chilly temps weren't going to stop hundreds of Cullman area seniors from celebrating Senior Day at...
CCCDD unveils renovations to 1st group home
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Center for the Developmentally Disabled (CCCDD) Executive Director Charese Morris on Thursday afternoon was thrilled to unveil finished renovations...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats advance to state semifinals with dramatic, 4-2 win over Gardendale
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats punched their ticket to the 6A State Semifinals with a 4-2 win over Gardendale Friday night and they...
Obituary: Hershell Eugene Downs
Graveside service for Hershell Eugene Downs, 82, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery.
Mr. Downs...
Obituary: Terry Wayne Thomason
Terry Wayne Thomason, age 48, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Terry was born in Stuttgart, Germany on Oct. 21,...
Obituary: Freeda Idella Hawkins Hudson
Freeda Idella Hawkins Hudson, age 98, of Cullman, AL. died Friday, May 5, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents: John Homer and...
Obituary: Norman L. Wright
Funeral service for Norman L. Wright, age 76, of Baileyton, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 8, 2023. He will lie in...
Obituary: Charles “Shorty” Michael Milstead
Charles "Shorty" Michael Milstead, age 66, of Addison, passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023, peacefully surrounded by family. He was born Aug. 3,...
Obituary: Michael Ray Butler
Funeral service for Michael Ray Butler, 41, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m., Monday, May 8, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
PREP BASEBALL: ‘If you put the work in, the results will come’: Cold Springs...
BREMEN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs senior baseball player Brodee Bartlett. Brodee shared some of the baseball and high...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 5, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 5, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Pet of the Week: My fellow Americans, check out Mr. Kennedy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mr. Kennedy, an approximately 3-year-old male "shollie" (shepherd and collie mix) with a dark thick coat, is available for adoption at...
WSCC students bring home 35 medals from State SkillsUSA competitions
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students from Wallace State Community College are bringing home 35 medals from the state SkillsUSA competition held this week in Mobile....
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman splits opening games with Gardendale, Game 3 set for Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats were back home at Bill Shelton Field for a quarterfinals battle against Gardendale and after dropping game one to...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats split with Mortimer Jordan, advance to North Regional
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Lady Bearcats were back in action at the 6A, Area 13 Tournament Thursday night and after punching their ticket to...
Obituary: Edna Faye Elrod
Edna Faye Elrod passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, in Pell City, Alabama. She was born June 17, 1932, in Cullman, Alabama to...
Obituary: Dorothy “Dot” Louise Nelson
Dorothy “Dot” Louise Nelson, age 80, of Haleyville, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
She was born April 26, 1943 to...
Obituary: Richard Lawrence ‘Rooster’ Quisenberry
Memorial service for Richard Lawrence ‘Rooster’ Quisenberry, 52, of Vinemont, will be from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday, May 6, 2023 at Corinth...
Obituary: Christine Hodge, 90
Christine Hodge, 90, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. She was born Jan. 27, 1933 to Homer Huffstutler and Elma Wilson...
Men’s and Women’s Golf preparing for national tournaments
Hanceville, AL — Wallace State Men’s and Women’s Golf teams are gearing up for appearances at their respective national tournaments in the coming weeks.
Coming...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 4, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 4, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘With great power comes great responsibility’
Community celebrates David Wiggins' 17-year tenure at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. – The community came out to celebrate a beloved educator Monday, May 1, when...
ALL-COUNTY BASEBALL: Cold Springs’ Bartlett named MVP; Freeman, West, Sutter, Voce earn top honors
CULLMAN, Ala. – Another baseball season is in the books in Cullman County and that means there are plenty of postseason honors to be...
Hats, Horses and Hope: Hope Horses fundraiser May 6
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday, May 6, local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. will host its Hats, Horses and Hope fundraising event.
“This Hats, Horses and...
Agriplex online spring auction May 4-7
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will hold its spring online auction Thursday-Sunday, May 4-7, raising funds for its new community hub. The auction...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Cold Springs falls in 2A, Area 12 Tournament
SUMITON, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Lady Eagles traveled to Sumiton Christian for the Class 2A, Area 12 Wednesday and unfortunately for Eagle fans, Cold Springs...
Obituary: Vo Thi “Bay” Bacate
Vo Thi “Bay” Bacate, age 88, passed away peacefully April 18, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Vo Van Lu and Le...
Obituary: William “Mark” Bullock
Graveside service for William "Mark" Bullock will be at Highland Memorial Gardens, in Bessemer, AL on Friday May 5, 2023 at 1 p.m. Mr....
Obituary: Kenneth Robert Smith
Kenneth Robert Smith, 81, of Houston, entered into rest on Monday, May 1, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Kenneth was born...
Obituary: Stacy Arlin Waldrop
Stacy Arlin Waldrop, 50, of Double Springs, passed away May 2, 2023 at Princeton Baptist Medical Center.
He was born on July 6, 1972 in...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 3, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Hanceville’s Lowery inducted into Phi Beta Kappa Society at MSU
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Lindsey Lowery, majoring in Business Administration and German from Hanceville, is among Mississippi State seniors inducted into the Gamma of...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Give all glory to God’: Holly Pond’s Sawyer Olinger recaps sophomore season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos are coming off another great basketball season that saw them collect over 20 wins and add...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for round 3 clash with Gardendale
CULLMAN, Ala. – After toppling Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one and sweeping past Athens in round two, the Cullman Bearcats are...
West Point High finishes 8th in Quiz Bowl National Championship
ROSEMONT, Ill. - On the weekend of Saturday, April 29, West Point High School joined 131 of the top quiz bowl teams from small...
ADMH: May is Mental Health Awareness Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Each May, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) promotes Mental Health Awareness Month along with other national organizations to raise...
1 killed, 2 injured in multi-vehicle crash on I-65
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – One person was killed and two injured in a multi-vehicle crash at approximately 8:15 a.m. Monday, May 1, near the...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lady Bearcats advance to Area Championship game with 13-1 win over...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats returned home to host this year’s 6A, Area 13 Tournament Tuesday night and after dropping their first...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Strickland
We sadly announce the passing of Mrs. Patricia Ann Strickland on Saturday, April 22, 2023. She touched many lives as an educator and teacher...
Obituary: Gary Glynn Garmon
Funeral service for Gary Glynn Garmon, age 59, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: April Dawn Cochran
Funeral service for April Dawn Cochran, 43, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The...
Obituary: Thomas Edwin Holcombe
Funeral service for Thomas Edwin Holcombe, 82, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Friday, May 5, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Andrew Arvin Baker
Andrew Arvin Baker, age 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023. Andrew was born in Wilkesboro, NC. on Nov. 21,...
Obituary: Lantry Ed Brandon
Lantry Ed Brandon, age 65, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023.
Lantry retired from the Cullman City School System in 2008...
Obituary: Jessie “Gail” Sawyer
Jessie “Gail” Sawyer, age 78, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023, at University of Alabama Birmingham Hospital.
Gail was born on April...
Obituary: Claude Ferrell “Sandy” Sanders
A graveside funeral service for Claude Ferrell “Sandy” Sanders, of Bremen, Alabama will be 2 p.m. Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Ryan’s Creek Baptist...
Obituary: Annette Loy Maddox
A Celebration of Life Service for Annette Loy Maddox, 50, of Blountsville, will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 6, 2023 at the Cullman...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 2, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 2, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman libraries celebrate National Library Week
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System last week celebrated National Library Week. This year’s theme was “There’s More to the Story.”
According...
2023 Bloomin’ Festival breaks records
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 39th Annual Bloomin’ Festival at St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School was a smashing success! The two-day arts and crafts...
Fun run raises money for WPES sensory room
WEST POINT, Ala. – The evening was aglow with neon, puzzle piece motifs and plenty of pump-up music Saturday, April 29, at West Point...
‘We must continue to ensure that Alabama remains connected’
Ivey attends Hwy. 157 expansion ceremony
CULLMAN, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday cut the ceremonial ribbon on the completion of the Alabama Highway...
AREA SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Holly Pond splits with Cleveland, West End; Monday scoring recap
Holly Pond 11 – Cleveland 6 (2A, Area 10)
The Lady Broncos jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the bottom of the first and...
ALEA marks 1st anniversary, success of LEADS
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In April of 2022, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division launched a new and modernized driver license system,...
Obituary: Reverend Horace R. Hall
Reverend Horace R. Hall, 86, passed away on Monday, May 1 2023, at 12:55 a.m. He was affectionately known by his host of friends...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Atchley
Mrs. Patricia Ann Atchley, age 87, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Patricia was born in Fayette County Alabama on...
Obituary: Dwight R. Nichols
Dwight R. Nichols of Bradenton, Florida passed away from this earth March 11, 2023. A gathering of family and friends will be Sunday, May...
Obituary: Allen Doyle Copeland
Funeral services for Allen Doyle Copeland of Hanceville will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Joseph Allen Tarvin
Joseph Allen Tarvin, 48, of Vinemont, passed away April 29, 2023. He was born December 25, 1974, in Birmingham, Alabama.
A visitation will be held...
Obituary: Dewell Jones
Mr. Dewell Jones, 98, of Hanceville, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023 at Hanceville Nursing Home.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Jones...
Obituary: Jaime “Jimmy” Vargas
Jaime “Jimmy” Vargas, 81, of Falkville, Alabama passed from this life, Sunday, April 30, 2023 at CRMC. He was born in Puerto Rico on...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 1, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 1, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
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U.S. Senate primary tomorrow: Get out and vote!
Alabama voters will head to the polls tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 15 to vote in the special election primary for the U.S. Senate. Top l-r:...
