Obituary: Sandra Joyce Shults
Funeral Service for Sandra Joyce Shults, age 85 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial at Welti Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2024, at...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt opens Thursday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The holiday season kicks off in spectacular style Thursday, Nov. 21, with the grand opening of the Cullman Christkindlmarkt at 11 a.m.
This beloved event, inspired by the traditional Christmas markets of Germany, has grown to become one of the premier holiday...
Small Business Christmas Market coming Nov. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Small Business Christmas Market is coming to the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center on Saturday, Nov. 30.
The Pink Boot Boutique Owner Shayla Waldner said the event will be from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. at the Cullman Agricultural Trade Center.
“We have...
Jones Chapel Merry Market returns for 5th year of holiday shopping – Dec. 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - The fifth annual Jones Chapel Merry Market is set to take place on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Old Jones Chapel School gym, now the Cullman County School Board CARE building. Admission to the Merry Market is...
CCPS hosts Thanksgiving Day Parade
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has been a staple of the holiday season for decades, so Cullman City Schools brought some of that Manhattan fun to the halls of Cullman City Primary School to create its very own version of...
Dinosaur Tea Party at the Cullman Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System had kids roaring with excitement on Saturday, Nov. 16. Youngsters came pouring in at 10 a.m. for a T-Rex Tea Party. The crowd was so large that library employees rushed to...
Obituary: Jason Allan Crumbley
Jason Allan Crumbley, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on November 17, 2024, at the age of 58. Mr. Crumbley was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on April 15, 1966, to Kyle Glenn and Linda Martina Woodard Crumbley.
Mr. Crumbley’s sparkling blue eyes and contagious laugh...
Obituary: Linda Faye Bell
Linda Faye Quick Bell went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ on November 17th in Wilsonville, AL. Born on December 16, 1943 in Hanceville, AL to Reuben and Lou Emma Quick. Linda attended school at Hanceville and went on to Massey Business College in...
Obituary: Vernie Lee Harbison
Funeral services for Vernie Lee Harbison, 89, of Bremen, Alabama will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 20th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Cullman City Cemetery. Bro. Bill Hall and Bro. Mike Lauderdale will be officiating services. Visitation for...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Mann
Funeral services for Jerry Wayne Mann, 76, of Cullman will be 2 p.m., Friday November 22nd at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be Thursday November 21st from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Born on June 29, 1948 in Cullman County,...
Obituary: Laura Alison Durham
Memorial Service for Laura Alison Durham, age 47 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Nancy Carol Smith
Memorial service for Nancy Carol Steele, age 72, of Cullman, Friday, November 22, 2024, at 4 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Randall Edmondson officiating. A memorial gathering for family and friends will be held at the chapel from 3-4 pm.
Cullman Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 19, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 19, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
No arrests or incidents reported.
Hanceville Police Department
Incidents and arrests...
‘Excellence every day’
EES receives prestigious Blue Ribbon award in Washington D.C.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Representatives from East Elementary School in Cullman made the trip last week to Washington, D.C., as part of an incredibly prestigious honor from the U.S. Department of Education.Earlier this year, East Elementary was...
Cullman City Council enters into maintenance agreement with ALDOT
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council held its second November meeting at Cullman City Hall on Monday and approved a resolution to enter into an agreement with the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT). Resolution No. 2025-08 authorizes the City to enter into an...
‘We just appreciate it more than I can say’
Cullman County Bosom Buddies receives donations from The Kickers, Monograms Plus
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monday was a busy and exciting day for the Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation (CCBBF). CCBBF representatives made a couple of stops at the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center and...
Obituary: Debra Loraine Sims
Debra Loraine Sims, 70, of Vega, Texas passed away on November 16, 2024.
Graveside services will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Memorial Park Cemetery at Vega. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.
Debra was born in Michigan on October 12, 1954,...
Obituary: Sandra Gail Reeves
Sandra Gail Reeves, age 78, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Sandra was born in Vinemont to Era Nell Lee White and William White.
Sandra is survived by her daughter Carlotta Roberts (Kevin); her sons Mark Reeves (Candy), and Luke Reeves...
Obituary: Julie Hamilton
Memorial Service for Julie Hamilton, age 48, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2024 at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints; with graveside services at 2 p.m. at Welti Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m.- 8...
Obituary: Debra Jean Self
Debra Jean Self, age 70, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Summerford Health and Rehab in Falkville. Her family plans to have a Celebration of Life in honor of Debra, to be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 18, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 18, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 14
public intoxication; CR 715
unlawful breaking and entering a vehicle; CR 111
theft; CR 1435
burglary; unlawful...
Van’s Sporting Goods celebrates grand opening of Leupold Optics ‘Shop in Shop’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Van’s Sporting Goods in Cullman on Friday, Nov. 15, celebrated the grand opening of its Leupold Optics “Shop in Shop.” Van’s is the first independent retailer in the country to host a Leupold “Shop in Shop.”
Leupold & Stevens President and CEO...
WSCC hosts ‘Tools of the Trade’ event for area students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Around 2,000 Cullman, Blount and Winston County eighth graders visited the Wallace State Community College campus on Thursday, Nov. 14, for the Wallace State Center for Career & Workforce Development’s annual Tools of the Trade Career Fair.
Said Cullman Area Chamber of...
Obituary: Janet Elsie Bloomfield
Funeral Service for Janet Elsie Bloomfield, age 89, of Falkville, will be at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Terry Hudson officiating. Visitation will be from 4 p.m.- 5 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at Cullman...
Obituary: Shirley Faye Lolies
Funeral Service for Shirley Faye Lolies, age 85, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jason Vinson officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. on Monday,...
Bradley White’s remarkable return to Jax State’s Marching Southerners at 40
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - His old college roommate convinced him to pick up the instrument he'd abandoned 20 years before. His boss convinced him to pursue a long-dormant dream. Together, those relationships paved the way for Bradley White to become a 40-year-old Marching Southerner. White...
Berlin VFD 4th annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa coming Dec. 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Berlin Volunteer Fire Department will host its fourth annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 7-10 a.m. at the Berlin Community Center. The event promises a morning filled with Christmas cheer, community fellowship and delicious pancakes—all with...
St. Bernard Prep students pay tribute to veterans
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a display of gratitude and patriotism, the students of St. Bernard Preparatory School gathered Monday to honor the service and sacrifice of local veterans. The special ceremony, held on the campus grounds, brought together members of the St. Bernard community...
Save the date! 35th annual Cullman County Christmas Parade coming Dec. 7
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 35th annual Cullman County Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, Dec. 7, beginning at noon.
Hanceville Civitan Club Event and Media Representative Roxi Lee said the parade route begins at Wallace State Community College, thanks to Dr. Vicki Karolewics allowing the...
Need to mail a letter to the North Pole?
Santa’s mailbox posted at Vinemont Town Hall
VINEMONT, Ala. - Looking for a place to drop a line to Santa? Santa’s mailbox is posted at Vinemont Town Hall for the Christmas season.
Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser said this will be the Town’s second year hosting Santa’s...
‘Tinsel and Timber’
First Source for Women holds Christmas gala
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County-based First Source for Women, with offices in Hanceville and Cullman, celebrated an early Christmas on Thursday, Nov. 14, with “Tinsel and Timber,” a fundraising social and auction at Brick Haven. Guests enjoyed music...
Run, Run Rudolph!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation hosted its inaugural Run, Run Rudolph Fun Run Friday night to kick off the 21st Annual Winter Wonderland Christmas Light Display, which officially opens Saturday, Nov. 16, at 5 p.m.
CCPR Marketing Director Sara Morgan said 130...
Obituary: Monica Gibson Klansky
Graveside Service for Monica Gibson Klansky, age 83 of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Erie, PA. Mrs. Klansky passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Cullman Regional. She was born, January 12, 1941...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 15, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 15, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
November 13
theft of property-4th degree; City of Cullman; miscellaneous;...
Spend a day in Cullman: Winter Wonderland, Christmas Market, Lost Creek Turkey Trot
Here are some of the best ways to make the most of the holiday season in Cullman!
Sportsman Lake Park Winter Wonderland Christmas Light Display
This annual event kicks off Saturday, Nov. 16, and runs certain days through Dec. 29. See over a million lights and...
Pet of the week: Get to know Gizmo
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gizmo, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a sweet Pug/Chihuahua mix who’d look good curled up in your lap later tonight.
He is approximately 4-years-old with medium energy. The quiet and unassuming fellow cherishes your company. Gizmo is savvy on...
Wallace State Machine Tool Technology students fabricate hardware for NASA
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Machine Tool Technology/CNC students recently fabricated hardware for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to send to the International Space Station, providing them with valuable hands-on experience and enhancing their resumes as they pursue careers in machining and...
Brown sentenced to 80 years for parking deck murder of Ramos
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christopher Dean Eugene Brown, 22, was sentenced to 80 years on Tuesday, Nov. 12, for the murder of Roberto Juarez Ramos, 23, of Blountsville. The shooting occurred on May 21, 2023, at the Cullman City Parking Deck. Brown pleaded guilty to...
Obituary: Nelda Sue Brown
Funeral Service for Nelda Sue Brown, age 88 of Bremen, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 15, 2024 at Ryans Creek Baptist Church with Grant Dykes officiating; burial at Ryans Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. on...
Obituary: Michael Don Livingston
Funeral Service for Michael Don Livingston, age 76 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, November 18, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Billy Harper officiating; burial at Cullman Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on...
Obituary: Linda Jean Gilbert
Linda Jean Gilbert, age 84, of Albertville, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Cullman Health and Rehab, surrounded by her loving family. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Linda was born on September...
Obituary: Rodney Douglas Buckelew
Funeral service for Rodney Douglas Buckelew, age 43, of Cullman, is Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Bethlehem West Baptist Church, officiated by Bro. Tim Aris and Bro. Paul Campbell. Visitation will be held Friday, November 15, 2024, from 5-8 p.m. at...
Obituary: Rebecca “Becky” McAnalley
Rebecca “Becky” McAnalley left this world for her heavenly home Tuesday, November 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 7, 1959, to John Wesley “Bo” Wilbanks and Willie Jo Wilbanks.
Becky was the most loving mother, nanny, sister, and aunt. She...
Obituary: Jack Clay Montgomery
Funeral service for Jack C. Montgomery, age 87, of Cullman, is Friday, November 15, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Pastor Samuel Tucker. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the chapel. Interment will follow...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 14, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 14, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 12
possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 747
theft of property; CR 557
domestic...
Duke, Freeman, Clemons sworn in for new terms
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, Nov. 13, two Cullman County commissioners and the chairman were sworn in for their new terms in office. District 3 Commissioner Kelly Duke and District 4 Commissioner Corey Freeman were sworn in by Cullman County District Judge Chad Floyd....
Inaugural Fishing with Veterans event held
CULLMAN, Ala. - Veterans with Christ hosted the inaugural Fishing with Veterans on Veterans Day. The goal was to connect veterans with new friends and just enjoy a day of fishing. The event took place at Smith Lake Park, where friends and family fished...
Sips n Strokes Cullman hosting 2nd annual DHR fundraiser at Goat Island Nov. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sips n Strokes Cullman and Cullman County DHR will host their second annual fundraiser at Goat Island Brewing on Saturday, Nov.16, starting at 1 p.m. Proceeds from the event will benefit children served by Cullman County DHR. This year’s event will...
Obituary: J.D. Fulenwider
J.D. Fulenwider, age 79, of Logan, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.
J.D. is survived by his wife, Janice 'Sissy" Fulenwider; his son Patrick Fulenwider (Rashan); and his daughter Tia Hyatt (John); his brother Cecil Fulenwider (Kay) and his sister Joyce Stephens (Greg).
Three...
Obituary: Patrick “Dane” Shockley
Patrick “Dane” Shockley, age 37, of Arley, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at his residence. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Dane was born on December 7, 1986, to Larry and Helen...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 13, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 13, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
November 12
theft by deception-1st degree; person; phones; $3,031
leaving the...
Jones Chapel VFD gets new ladder truck
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department received its new ladder truck on Oct. 17.
Chief Clint Thrasher said the ladder truck is a Spartan Smeal.
“The ladder is 75 feet and the truck is classified as a ‘quint,’ meaning not only...
Annual Lights of Love program to honor Jerry Lawson
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman Regional Foundation’s Dr. Herman C. Ensor Lights of Love Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 6 p.m. at St. John’s Christ Hall. This year’s event will be dedicated to the memory of Cullman Regional Hospice patients...
Christmas Tour of Homes coming Dec. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Share Club of Cullman Christmas Tour of Homes will take place on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 1-5 p.m. in the Cullman area.
This annual tour, a tradition since 1986, is a yearly favorite among those who enjoy taking in the...
Local man dies in single-vehicle crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man died in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday, Nov. 12, near HomTex on U.S. Highway 31.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified Rodney Douglas Buckelew, 43, as the victim, saying, "He was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the incident.”
The...
Duck River Baptist hosting 20th annual Thanksgiving Community Meal today
CULLMAN, Ala. - Duck River Baptist Church invites the Cullman community to its annual Thanksgiving Community Meal on Wednesday, Nov. 13, beginning at 5 p.m. The church will serve a homemade, traditional Thanksgiving dinner, welcoming anyone in the community to enjoy the food and...
Obituary: Robin “Puddin” Elizabeth Thrailkill
Robin "Puddin" Elizabeth Thrailkill, age 63, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024.
Puddin is survived by her husband, Joseph Thrailkill; her son Justin Murphree (Sherry); and her daughter Faith Smith (Wesley); her parents Lonnie & Nancy Shaffer; her sister Anita Hill...
Obituary: Frances Eulala McCain
Frances Eulala Murphree McCain, age 98, of Alabaster, Alabama formerly of Eva Alabama passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024. Frances was born in Eva, Alabama on March 20, 1926 to Walter and Frances Smith Murphree.
A graveside service for Eulala will be held Wednesday,...
Obituary: Patty Alldredge Smith
Funeral service for Patty Alldredge Smith, age 80, of Cullman, is Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Bro. Heath Riggs. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. prior to the service and interment will follow...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 12, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 12, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 7
possession of dangerous drugs; CR 557
theft; Hwy. 278E
domestic violence; CR 998
November 8
trespassing; Hwy. 69S
trespassing;...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt unveils exciting new attractions, expanded ice rink
CULLMAN, Ala. — Guests at this year’s Cullman Christkindlmarkt can experience thrilling new attractions, including Alabama's largest Ferris wheel, a massive tubing slide and an expanded ice skating rink — all designed to bring holiday cheer to visitors of all ages.
“Cullman Christkindlmarkt has grown...
Fairview honors local veterans
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 8. Teacher and program organizer Whitney Haynes said there was a great turnout from local veterans.
“Our students are always so proud to invite friends and relatives that have served,”...
‘We hope to make this Thanksgiving a little brighter’
Hele Bowls to serve up free Thanksgiving plates
CULLMAN, Ala. - This Thanksgiving, local restaurant Hele Bowls will be opening its doors to provide free Thanksgiving plates to anyone in need.
Owner Sarah Morrow said the restaurant will be providing free, gluten-free Thanksgiving plates, which is...
‘Everybody has the ability to be a superhero’: Local veteran organizes Veterans Golfer Appreciation event at Cross Creek
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cross Creek Golf Course hosted a Veterans Golfer Appreciation event Monday, and the course was packed with players enjoying a perfect day for golf and contributing to a great cause. Local veteran Brad Davis led the charge in organizing the event...
Rediscovering ‘real bread’: Women’s Whole Grain Conference Nov.14
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Bailey’s Bread is set to host the Women’s Whole Grain Conference on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m.-noon. The conference will take place at 622 Holcomb Road in Baileyton. This event is designed to educate women on the nutritional benefits of...
Obituary: Frances Youngblood-McNutt
Funeral services for Frances Youngblood-McNutt will be 2 p.m., Saturday, November 16th at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hanceville. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. The family will welcome friends for visitation on Saturday from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. at...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 11, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 11, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
No arrests or incidents reported.
Hanceville Police Department
Incidents and arrests...
Obituary: Dortha “Dottie” Nell Hembree
After 96 years of life lived to the highest, Dortha “Dottie” Hembree stepped from this world into heaven on November 10, 2024, in Cullman, Alabama; her home for over 9 decades. Dortha Nell Bates was born in Birmingham, Alabama on January 19, 1928, to...
Obituary: Eva Faye Duffie
Funeral Service for Eva Faye Duffie, age 81 of Logan, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Dan Cobb officiating, burial at Laodicea Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on...
Obituary: Betty Childers Pugh
Graveside services for Betty Childers Pugh, 92, were held at Mt. Zion Cemetery on November 10, 2024. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home facilitated the service. Mrs. Pugh passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, November 6th, 2024. Betty was born July 11, 1932 in rural Marshall...
Obituary: James D. “Smokey” Johnson
Funeral service for James D. “Smokey” Johnson is Monday, November 11, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Dustin Johnson officiating. Visitation will be held from 12-2 p.m. prior to the service and interment will follow at Valley Springs Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Jeffrey Louie Horton
Funeral services for Jeffrey Louie Horton of Hanceville will be 1 p.m. Thursday, November 14th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Greens Chapel Cemetery in Blount County. The family will welcome friends for visitation from 5 p.m. to 8...
Welcome to Dinovember! Join the T-Rex Tea Party Nov. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - Welcome to Dinovember! With November marking the start of Dinosaur Month, the Cullman County Public Library System has announced an exciting and educational event for the whole family, a T-Rex Tea Party. The tea party will take place on Saturday, Nov....
5th annual Christmas Market at Cornerstone Revival Center coming Nov. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cornerstone Revival Center is set to host its fifth annual Christmas Market on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., an event designed to bring the community together in the spirit of the season. This year’s market will feature more than...
Wallace State Future Foundation raises record $384,621 at annual luncheon
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Future Foundation raised a record $384,621 at its 20th annual Student Investment Luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 7. The event, held at the Traditions Bank Arena inside Tom Drake Coliseum, is the premier fundraiser for the organization that...
Hanceville man killed in crash
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Hanceville man is dead following a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3:25 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 9. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Jeffrey Horton, 63.
Troopers said Horton was fatally injured when the 2008 Ford F350 he...
New restaurants, drive-thru coffee shop coming to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several new restaurants are coming to Cullman, including Half Shell Oyster House, 7 Brew, Dunkin’ Donuts, Outback Steakhouse and a second Goat Island Brewing location.
“It’s pretty remarkable what’s happening in this community and the interest here and the growth. I...
West Elementary hosts annual Veterans Day program
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Thursday, Nov. 7, with two performances by its fifth graders.
Military veteran and fifth-grade teacher Keenan Hollingsworth said the school also hosted a reception for local veterans on Thursday.
“In a heartfelt display of...
40-plus years of service: Honoring Jackie Horton
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Jackie Horton has been serving meals to homebound seniors for more than 40 years from the Holly Pond Senior Center. Because of her servant’s heart, she was recognized on Thursday, Nov. 7, at a Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast at the center....
Obituary: Sheila Venable Dill
Sheila Venable Dill, age 68 of Cullman passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024, Cullman Regional. She was born November 4, 1956, to David Venable and Margie Johnson. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her daughter, Rachel Fillmore. No services are planned at...
Obituary: Edna Faye Rollins
Edna Faye Rollins, age 83, of Addison, Alabama, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Edna was born on September...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 8, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 8, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
November 3
leaving the scene of an accident; person; damage...
Pet of the week: Meet Fancy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Fancy, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is small Beagle with an enormous heart. She is approximately 8 years old with low energy.
This precious one is vocal as she bays when you sit with her, when you pet her, when...
Fairview council talks park plan progress
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council meeting on Monday, Nov. 4, was called to order by Mayor Keith Henry and opened with an invocation by Councilwoman Julie Grimes.
Henry started the meeting by recapping his trip to Montgomery. The mayor traveled there last...
Cullman Fire Rescue responds to house fire in SW Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Fire Rescue responded to a house fire shortly after 8:45 Thursday night, Nov. 7.
According to Fire Chief Darren Peeples, the home is near the corner of Dripping Springs Road and Rosemont Avenue in southwest Cullman.
“There were no injuries involved...
Obituary: Richard “Rick” Wayne Thomas
Richard (Rick) Wayne Thomas, age 67, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Rick is survived by his wife, Janice Thomas; his daughter Randi Thomas; and his honorary daughter Britney Bailey; his grandson Brysen Lee Bartlett; his sisters Martha McNab(Jerry) & Susan...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 7, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 7, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 4
theft; Hwy. 278E
theft; CR 30
domestic violence; CR 1208
theft; CR 1840
theft; CR 557
November 5
criminal mischief;...
The fellowship of the cookie: 2nd annual Cookie Crawl commences Nov. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is bringing back the Christmas Open House Cookie Crawl for a second year on Saturday, Nov. 9, starting at 10 a.m. Sponsored by McSwain Pharmacy, this family friendly event encourages the community to shop locally...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt introduces Ferris wheel, expanded attractions
CULLMAN, Ala. — This holiday season, visitors of the Cullman Christkindlmarkt can experience the festivities from a new perspective - nearly 110 feet above the market on a giant Ferris wheel. The addition aims to elevate the holiday experience, attracting residents and tourists alike...
Baileyton council sees 2 resignations
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway called the Baileyton Town Council’s monthly meeting to order on Monday, Nov. 4, with Councilman Greg Griffin opening with the invocation.
After a busy night of discussing the Town’s budget, Calloway shared that Councilman Roy Shedd offered his...
Wallace State Nursing holds annual Let’s Pretend Hospital
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education welcomed the first of more than 1,000 students to its annual Let’s Pretend Hospital on Tuesday morning when groups of first graders converged on the School of Nursing and Center for Science.
More than...
4 Wallace State Volleyball players recognized with postseason awards
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Four Wallace State Community College Volleyball players have been recognized by the Alabama Community College Conference for postseason awards, as voted on by coaches.
Chloe Jackson, a sophomore from Athens, was recognized as All-Region, North Offensive Player of the Year and All-North...
Obituary: Hugh C. Shelton, Sr.
Funeral Service for Hugh C. Shelton, Sr., age 81 of Hanceville, will be at 12 p.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Shelton Grove Cemetery with Kenneth Shelton and Lewis Givens officiating, burial at Shelton Grove Baptist. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. -...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 6, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 6, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
November 5
burglary-3rd degree; person; Mary Jane Dr. NW
November 6
theft...
Cullman City Council accepts $1M grant for airport construction
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, Nov. 4, passed a resolution to accept grant funds in the amount of $1 million from the Appalachian Regional Commission to construct a 13,200-square-foot hangar and 1,600-square-foot classroom at Cullman Regional Airport, in a joint...
Alabama Power, ADCNR team up to build offshore reefs
With landfills reaching capacity, what could be a better way to repurpose decommissioned equipment than using it to build habitat for Alabama’s great offshore fisheries?
Alabama Power Company recently teamed up with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD)...
Obituary: Ricky Lynn Goble
Ricky Lynn Goble, age 69 of Hanceville, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024 at Cullman Regional. He was born, March 20, 1955 in to Melvin and Betty Goble.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his daughter, Christal (Chris) Chambers; son, Chris...
Alabama residents anticipating fall color as temperatures drop
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The weather is not the only thing that is changing in Alabama. Along with lower temperatures, fall colors are also making an appearance. The reason for the season is rooted in science and emphasizes the effects that day length and...
Thousands gather for Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. - Despite a day filled with overcast skies and canceled flight shows, the Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration saw an impressive turnout on Saturday, Nov. 2, with over 4,000 attendees gathering at Cullman Regional Airport to honor local veterans. The event, which...
Cullman County voters nix 15% medical marijuana tax
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local Amendment 1, which would have levied a 15% tax on medical marijuana, did not pass. The additional tax would have benefited the Cullman County District Attorney’s Office, with a small portion going to local mental health services.
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