Obituary: Wilma Jean Bland
Graveside funeral services for Wilma Jean Bland, age 84 of Hanceville, will be conducted on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022, at 2 p.m. at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Dr. David McGowin and Pastor Tom Richter will officiate the service.
Mrs. Bland was born on July 23,...
FL man dies following wreck in Cullman Co.; Troopers asking for info about other vehicle and driver
Updated March 30, 2024, at 11:12 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 1:57 p.m. Friday, March 29, resulted in one fatality. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as Brenton J. Weaver, 42, of Naples, Florida.
According to Alabama State...
Obituary: Brenda Gayle Jeffers
Graveside service for Brenda Gayle Jeffers, age 61, of Cullman, will be at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at Ebenezer Cemetery, with interment in Ebenezer Cemetery in Falkville, Alabama. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 2,...
Rollin’ slow
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — It has loads of horsepower and torque to spare and, running wide-open, might barely move! The classic tractor is designed to pull heavy loads and do hard work, keeping big power under tight control, and is a staple of modern agriculture.
After...
Obituary: Deborah Veal Olinger
Deborah Veal Olinger, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Feb. 22, 2023, at the age of 64. She was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on Oct. 31, 1958, to Billy Ray and Yvonne Buckelew Veal.
Mrs. Olinger was a member of Redan Baptist Church....
Arrests and incidents reported September 22, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 22, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
September 21
Arrests
September 21
Hogan, Lacey A.; 38
FTA- first-degree criminal trespass
Haney,...
Attention Beer Lovers: Goat Island’s Richter’s Pils Among Best in Region
DECATUR - Craft brewing has made a boom in recent years since legislation passed allowing breweries to sell directly to customers, and north Alabama has seen a lot of progress. Huntsville alone has more per capita beer enterprises than any other part of the...
City Board of Education holds Aug. 2 meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met early Tuesday morning to discuss proceedings for the upcoming school year.
The Board approved the following agreements:
Joint Purchasing Agreement with Sand Mountain CNP Cooperative beginning July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022 Interagency Agreement between Cullman City...
CP&R planning drainage redesigns for Heritage Park fields, other areas
Shown is a current topographical map of the large soccer field at Heritage Park, showing what Cullman Parks and Recreation discovered: "We pulled our records from the early 90s and we were surprised to see that the sites were graded for two large championship...
JV COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Vinemont takes 54-51 thriller over Holly Pond
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Cullman County Tournament action continued with a matchup between Holly Pond and Vinemont’s JV Boys Saturday afternoon and their battle came down to the wire. The Eagles led by as many as 19 at one point but had to withstand a...
Lighting up the holidays: 15th annual Winter Wonderland kicks off Friday night
Visitors enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride at 2016’s Winter Wonderland at Sportsman Lake Park. This year’s event kicks off Friday, Dec. 1 at 5 p.m. / Tribune file photo
CULLMAN - The 15th annual Winter Wonderland Christmas light display at Sportsman Lake Park is gearing...
Smith Lake Becomes Giant Yard Sale
TRIMBLE – Smith Lake Park was the place to be this past Saturday as the community gathered together and held a mammoth yard sale. Attendees walked from booth to booth with their arms loaded with goodies. Whether the items being sold were just to...
Karma in Cullman’s ‘Walk of Hope’ shines light on suicide awareness
Karma in Cullman Founder Rachel Bryant, right, a suicide attempt survivor, embraces her daughter Jade as the DJ plays “Jesus, Take the Wheel” Saturday at Depot Park. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN - On Saturday afternoon, despite stiff competition from college football and...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
December 20
burglary-3rd degree; Swafford Rd; miscellaneous items; $420
Arrests
December 20
Mann, Jacob C; 26
resisting...
Cold Springs holding Tuesday night intersquad game in memory of Nick Johnson
BREMEN - Spring football at Cold Springs was to be concluded last Friday with a jamboree game at Holly Pond. That changed after the death of senior Nicholas Johnson on May 18. Johnson sustained injuries in a car wreck on County Road 222 May...
COVID-19 case, vaccine update: Jan. 29
Friday, Jan. 29, 2021 COVID-19 update from the Alabama Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Dashboard Hub
Case details
Total confirmed cases in AL: 359,355 (+1,884 since yesterday)
Probable cases in AL: 96,227 (+964 since yesterday)
Total confirmed deaths in AL: 6,094 (+166 since yesterday)
Probable deaths...
Obituary: Edward Willie Grimmett (updated)
Funeral service for Edward Willie Grimmett, 81, of Bremen will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Kinney Grove Cemetery. The visitation will be Wednesday at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Cullman...
PREP FOOTBALL: Local teams preparing for region finales this week
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s regular season is coming to a close and the playoff picture is becoming a little clearer with each passing week. Several local squads have already secured postseason berths and are playing to improve their position while others are looking...
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 decided to focus more on her work with nonprofit organizations inAlabama. Her final day at WVTM 13 is May 24, 2023.
“Harmony has been...
AMLA names Evelyn Burrow Museum 2016 Organization of the Year
DECATUR - The Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association (AMLA) has honored the Evelyn Burrow Museum with the 2016 Organization of the Year award. The award is among 11 that comprise the PEAK Awards that will be presented Thursday, Sept. 22 during the AMLA Annual...
Local favorite, Holly Pond Vintage Market, this Saturday
Image from the 2017 Holly Pond Vintage Market (Tribune file photo)
Updated 10-25-18 7:21 p.m.
HOLLY POND - This Saturday, Oct. 27, the owners of Holly Pond antique store The Middle of Nowhere are teaming up with the Town of Holly Pond Town Council to host...
Sheriff’s Office firearms safety class Tuesday night at Temple Baptist Church
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will host a two-part Citizens’ Firearms Safety Class starting tonight, Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 6 p.m. The classroom portion of the event will take place at Temple Baptist Church, 30 CR 1184, Cullman, of...
PREP BASKETBALL: Saints, Lady Saints fall to Winston County at home
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The
St. Bernard boys and girls hosted Winston County at home on Thursday night, and
they dropped both games as the Lady Saints fell just short against the Lady
Yellow Jackets, 45-38, while the Saints dropped a low-scoring affair to the
Yellow Jackets, 34-24.
Winston County...
Obituary: Mary Frances Marsh Bontrager
Mary Frances Marsh Bontrager of Cullman passed away July 6, 2020 at the age of 73.
She was born in Cleveland, Alabama April 7, 1947 to Earl and Ida Chambers Marsh.
Funeral services are Friday, July 10, 2020 at 2 p.m. at Moss Funeral Home Chapel...
Obituary: Jeremiah Nathaniel Sansing
Jeremiah Nathaniel Sansing, 25, of Cullman passed away Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020. He was born March 17, 1995 in Jefferson County to Paul Edward Sansing, Jr. and Rebecca Simmons.
Jeremiah enjoyed skateboarding and biking. He could do amazing tricks and stunts with both his board...
Obituary: James “Jim” Ray Mechaw
James "Jim" Ray Mechaw, age 90, of Cullman, went home peacefully to be with the Lord on Friday, Sep. 15, 2023 at MMCS in Boaz, AL.
He was born in Lacon, AL. James is a member of St. John's Evangelical Christian Church in Cullman.
Jim is...
11th Annual Colton’s Cookout for a Cure
Today we are finding a cure for cancer, we are fighting cancer and we have a lot of different programs to offer, too.”
Haley Marecle
CULLMAN - On Saturday, April 9, Werner’s Trading Company hosted the 11th Annual Colton’s Cookout for a Cure to benefit the...
OBITUARY: Horace Edward Horton
Funeral service for Horace Edward Horton, 75, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Friday, January 16th, 2015 at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Cemetery with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Revs. William McClellan and Junior Garmon officiating. The body will lie in state at the...
Obituary: Joseph Chandler Jernigan
Joseph Chandler Jernigan, age 37, of Cullman, passed from this life on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Chandler was born on April 12, 1987, to Martha Pack Webb and Keith...
Obituary: Diane Pugh-West
Diane Pugh-West, 74, of Hanceville, Alabama was born Aug. 17, 1949 to Odell and Elime Pugh in Jefferson County, Alabama and gained her new body on Aug. 27, 2023.
Diane was faithfully married to her spouse, Joseph C. West, for 54 years; resided in Garden...
Obituary: Herbert Aubrey Calloway Jr.
Celebration of Life for Dan Calloway, age 79, of Cullman, will be from 3 - 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, at Sammy and Tina Calloway's residence, 111 County Road 1138, Cullman, AL 35057.
Mr. Calloway passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022, at...
Arrests and incidents reported May 10, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 6-9, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 6
harassment; CR 251unlawful possession of drug paraphernaliaharassment; CR 1413theft of property; Hwy. 69 Sunauthorized...
CULLMAN COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Good Hope knocks off West Point 44-37
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Good Hope and West Point squared off in Friday night’s final varsity boys’ semifinal game, battling to decide who will advance to face Cold Springs in tomorrow’s county championship game. After a tight, physical four quarters, the Raiders emerged on the...
92nd annual Cullman County Spelling Bee coming Feb. 4
2018 Cullman County Spelling Bee winner Jessie Godbee of Cullman Middle School, with her parents David Godbee and Tanya Davis (Cullman Tribune file photo)
CULLMAN - Cullman County Schools Elementary Curriculum Coordinator Margaret Guthrie and Elementary Curriculum Administrative Assistant Leah Sapp have announced the 92nd...
Obituary: Michael Wayne Turner
No services are planned at this time for Michael Wayne Turner, 57, of Vinemont.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Turner family.
Michael passed away Thursday, May 19, 2022 in Marshall County. He was born September 24, 1964 to Dillard Turner and Susan Moon...
Obituary: Jamie Leah Woodard Gurganus
Jamie Leah Woodard Gurganus, 47 of Arley, passed away May 24, 2022 at Huntsville Hospital.
She was born July 17, 1974. She was an avid Alabama fan. She was a great supporter of children’s sports, especially her nieces’ and nephews.’ She was a caregiver. She...
Wallace State Volleyball sweeps home openers
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s volleyball team opened its season at home this week with back-to-back conference wins against Gadsden State Community College and Wallace Community College-Selma. The wins mark a 116-game winning streak for home conference games, dating back to 2008.
The...
Arrests and incidents reported July 8, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsJuly 3
trespassing; CR 1360
domestic violence; CR 1214
trespassing; CR 1485
harassment; Chad Dr.
failure to deliver title;...
Obituary: Levi Benjamin Lawrence
Visitation for Levi Benjamin Lawrence, 24, of Cullman will be from 1-3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Lawrence passed away Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020. He was born March 25, 1996 to...
CATA student earns Wallace State scholarship
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy graduating construction student Dakota McDaniel, from Fairview High School, has received a $2,500 scholarship from SkillsUSA and Fine Homebuilding Magazine’s Keep Craft Alive program. McDaniel will enroll in the Wallace State Community College’s Building Construction program this...
Arrest report: June 18
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for June 18. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Blake, Barbara Marie, 35
probation violation- second-degree theft of property
Dollar, William Cody, 25
fourth-degree theft of property (2 counts)
Edwards,...
Pet of the week: The constant observer, Ms. Anastasia
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Anastasia, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week!
This beautiful 4-5-year old Husky may be a bit up tempo, as she is described as having medium energy, but she comes with a special trait. A dog like Anastasia is different; she pays close...
Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest opens Aug. 2
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest will begin accepting entries Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022. This year’s contest is a joint project between the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) and the Alabama Tourism Department. The deadline to enter is...
Obituary: Janita Ann Putnam Shikle
Visitation for Janita Ann Putnam Shikle, 66, of Cullman will be at Monday, Jan. 27, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Shikle passed away Friday, Jan. 24, 2020 at her residence. She was...
Meek High School cheer team competes in 2022 Winston County All County Cheerleaders
ARLEY, Ala. - Meek High School hosted the 2022 Winston County Cheerleading Championship January 9 in the high school gymnasium. The schools participating were Meek, Winston County, Addison and Lynn High School. The judges of the competition were contracted through UCA. After the squads...
Tree City USA: City recognized for 33rd year; Arbor Day Poster Contest winners named
CULLMAN, Ala. - Friday morning, the City of Cullman Tree Commission and Mayor Woody Jacobs celebrated the city being designated a “Tree City USA” by the Arbor Day Foundation for the 33rd consecutive year. Arbor Day poster winners were also recognized at the meeting.
Jacobs...
Cullman County’s Stan and Suzanne Wood named Alabama Tree Farmers of the Year
Stan and Suzanne Wood, center, of Cullman County were named the Alabama Tree Farmers of the Year during the Alabama Landowners Conference Awards Program Oct. 15 at the Marriott Prattville Hotel and Conference Center. The Alabama Tree Farm Committee selected the couple, who will...
6 inducted into Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame
CULLMAN, Ala. - A night of honor and legacy brought together six distinguished veterans to be recognized for their lifetime of bravery, courage and selfless service. The Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame highlighted these six veterans, whose service stretches as far back to World...
Arrests and incidents reported April 24, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 24, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
April 22
third-degree domestic violence- harassment; person; 2nd St....
Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 15, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 15, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
Jan. 13
third-degree criminal trespassing; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157
Jan. 14
third-degree...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Bearcats rally to defeat Handley 51-47
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats took on Handley in their third and final game of the day at Wallace State and after squaring off against Lexington and Decatur Heritage earlier, it took a second half comeback for the Lady Bearcats to take...
Obituary: Barbara Sue Nichols
Barbara Sue Nichols, age 76, of Bremen passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born January 10, 1946 in Cullman, Alabama.
She is survived by her daughter: Connie Sue Nichols (Allen Winchester); sister: Jean Suter (Mike); grandchildren: Brandon...
Obituary: Fay Nail
Fay Nail, age 78, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Edna was born in Cullman, Alabama on May 4, 1946 to Curtis and Parralee Scott Cooper. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister: Jeanette Cupp, brother: James Cooper.
Graveside...
Hanceville Rebuild Alabama Act project completed
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — A Hanceville project funded by the Rebuild Alabama Act has been completed.
A stretch of Commercial St. in downtown Hanceville has been resurfaced, while curb ramps and crosswalks in the area have been replaced to ensure the city’s pathways are compliant with...
Construction of new gym at Cold Springs High School approved
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cullman County Commission on Education at its March 10, 2022 meeting approved the construction of a new gymnasium at Cold Springs High School. Cold Springs currently has the oldest gym in the county, which was built in 1966.
“We are so...
Baileyton Town Council holds first meeting in new Town Hall
BAILEYTON, Ala.- On what would be Rolfe Burks’ 117th birthday, the Baileyton Town Council were able to conduct their first council meeting in the new Baileyton Town Hall. Former elected officials were invited and recognized during the meeting. Cullman County Commissioner Kerry Watson was also...
Obituary: Rev. Melvin Donald Cordes
Rev. Melvin Donald Cordes, 82, of Chattanooga, formerly of Cullman, AL, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jan. 31, 2021.
He was born Dec. 11, 1938 in Cullman to the late Herbert and Agnes Cordes.
He was a graduate of Hanceville High School...
Vinemont man arrested on Grand Jury indictment child porn charges
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Vinemont man at his residence on Saturday, October 2, on Grand Jury Indictments for child pornography.
Charles Dustin Peace, 38, of Vinemont, was arrested at his home by CCSO deputies serving the felony Grand Jury...
Obituary: Tim Pierce
Tim Pierce, 57, of Hillsboro, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at the Russellville Hospital.
Tim was born on November 15, 1964 in Haleyville, Alabama.
Visitation will be held Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m....
Alabama peaches in some uncertainty for 2023
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Alabama peach growers are currently evaluating the state of their fruit crop for 2023. Seasonal temperatures play a large role in providing quantity and quality of peaches through chilling hours. An Alabama Cooperative Extension System commercial horticulture professor said chilling...
Cullman man charged with soliciting child online
Dylan Lynd Sudduth (Cullman County Sheriff's Office)
CULLMAN - A Cullman man was arrested this week, charged with electronic solicitation of a child and transmitting obscene material to a child, both Class B felonies.
Dylan Lynd Sudduth, 28, was arrested Monday after a short investigation, according...
Obituary: John Frutiger
Graveside Service for John Frutiger, age 79, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Mr. Frutiger passed away on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023, at his residence. He was born...
Rock the South donations top $139K for 2018
Local organizations received donations from Rock the South Saturday evening. (Photo courtesy Rock the South)
CULLMAN - On Saturday evening, Rock the South (RTS) made good on its ongoing commitment to give back to the city of Cullman, handing out more than $139,000 to four...
Rogers’ pitching plus timely hits keep Vinemont in Dizzy Dean state tournament
VINEMONT - Clay Rogers was given the assignment to keep the Vinemont 14-under baseball team in contention Saturday afternoon in the Dizzy Dean state tournament at Mike Cupp Field.
After they were sent to the loser's bracket earlier in the day by a 10-2 defeat...
OBITUARY: Marie Blackwood
Funeral Services for Marie Blackwood, 94, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Friday, January 9, 2015 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Doug Pitts officiating, with interment in Crossroads Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Blackwood passed away Monday, January...
Relay For Life 2019 set for Friday evening
"If you or someone you know has ever had a screening test such as a mammogram, a PSA test, a colonoscopy or have received cancer treatment of any kind, you’ve been touched by the efforts of Relay For Life and the American Cancer Society.”
Relay...
ADECA releases state’s official Alabama Broadband Map, Connectivity Plan
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs today released the Alabama Broadband Map, the official broadband map for the state of Alabama. The interactive map is available at https://broadband.alabama.gov.
ADECA also released the Alabama Connectivity Plan which uses mapping data to...
Cullman County’s Benefield, Donaldson receive scholarships at Alabama Farmers Federation reception
Left: Auburn University student Olivia Benefield of Cullman in Cullman County received the $1,000 R.W. Donaldson Endowed Scholarship at the Alabama Farmers Federation’s Scholarship Reception at the Ham Wilson Livestock Arena in Auburn Sept. 20. Benefield is a sophomore studying agricultural science. The scholarship is...
Obituary: James Allen Holloway
James Allen Holloway, age 72, of Cullman, Alabama passed away at his residence on Friday, August 19, 2022. James was born August 23, 1949.
He was preceded in death by his parents: James W. Holloway and Betty Sims Holloway; brother: Tommy Holloway; sister: Judy Mayer.
He...
Good Samaritan Health Clinic unveils plans for new $2.8M location
CULLMAN, Ala. - Good Samaritan Health Clinic at a community press conference on Monday, April 22, unveiled plans for its new home, a $2.8 million facility that will be located along Veterans Drive Southwest.
The clinic is almost two-thirds of the way to its $2.8...
Vinemont council approves ‘right turn only’ sign on Park Drive
VINEMONT, Ala. - At the Vinemont Town Council meeting Tuesday night, resident Shirley Arnett addressed the council members regarding a previously discussed U-turn on U.S. Highway 31 North. The council voted to add a “right turn only” sign at the Town’s right of way...
Tuscumbia woman killed in wreck near Simcoe
SIMCOE - A single-vehicle crash near the Simcoe community on Monday claimed the life of a Tuscumbia woman, according to Alabama State Troopers.
Selina Burns Peralta, 45, was killed after she fell from a 1988 GMC van driven by Christopher Allen Reece, 45, of Cullman....
CCSO hosting 2-part Citizens’ Firearm Safety Class, April 23 and 28
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) is hosting a two-part Citizens’ Firearm Safety Class. The classroom portion will be held on Monday, April 23 at 6 p.m. at the CCSO, and the live-fire part on Saturday, April 28 at 8 a.m. at...
Council unanimously approves expansion of downtown special events district
Cullman Parks and Recreation's Waid Harbison defended the special events district expansion, and saw two special event requests approved. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - The Cullman City Council on Monday night voted unanimously to expand the downtown special events district, an area where the open...
Hanceville wraps concert series with The Kingsmen Quartet
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville wrapped up its Summer Concert Series Saturday night with The Kingsmen Quartet. The Southern Gospel quartet is a favorite among gospel fans and filled the Hanceville Civic Center. Genesis was the opening act for the Saturday night...
East Point Cumberland Presbyterian Church celebrates 100 years of service
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bright and early Sunday morning, the congregation of East Point Cumberland Presbyterian Church gathered for a twofold celebration: the annual recognition of Decoration for the church graveyard, and the 100th anniversary of the church's founding. Inside the church were displays of...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Strickland
Funeral service for Patricia Ann Strickland, age 87, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial at Hopewell Cemetery.
Jan. 27 Preview Day to spotlight WSCC’s Fine & Performing Arts programs, scholarship opportunities
Nick Watford is featured during a performance of the Wallace State Jazz Band at Preview Day 2016 for the Fine and Performing Arts program at Wallace State Community College.
HANCEVILLE - This Friday morning, anyone with an interest in learning more about the Wallace State...
Obituary: Daniel Thomas McGuire
Memorial service for Daniel Thomas McGuire, age 63, of Hartselle, will be at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Fairview the Grace Place.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements.Mr. McGuire passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021, at Huntsville Hospital....
1 arrested, half-pound methamphetamine seized
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A Hanceville man was arrested Wednesday, charged with trafficking in methamphetamine, unlawful possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia after members of the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) and investigators and deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office...
Obituary: John Edward Hunt
Private graveside services for John Edward Hunt, 57, of Cullman will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2020.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Hunt passed away Monday, March 16, 2020 at UAB Hospital. He was born Nov. 1, 1962 to...
Good news: blind puppy leaves shelter for special needs foster service
George was a pitiful pup when he first arrived at the shelter…(Photo courtesy Donna Ruttkay)...but now he’s doing fine and enjoying the company of a brother in his foster home! (Photo courtesy Shay Culbertson)...That is a satisfied puppy! (Photo courtesy Shay Culbertson)
CULLMAN - We...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek rolls past Cold Springs 40-6 in season opener
ARLEY, Ala. -- Cold Springs traveled to Arley to take on Meek in the season opener for both teams Friday night and behind a strong running game and a stout defense, the Tigers rolled to a 40-6 win over the Eagles.
Cold Springs got the...
Obituary: Larry William Bolzle
Funeral services for Larry William Bolzle, 72, will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Ed Higdon officiating; burial at Antioch Baptist.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Bolzle passed away Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019...
Cullman man charged in Morgan Co. with sexual abuse of a child
DECATUR, Ala. – A Cullman man was arrested Thursday in Morgan County. The Morgan County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) reports Thomas James Flint, 38, was charged with sexual abuse of a child under the age of 12.
The MCSO said Flint, previously from the Danville area,...
SiO2 Materials Science to invest $163M in Auburn facility to support COVID-19 vaccine efforts
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey announced Wednesday that SiO2 Materials Science plans to invest $163 million in an expansion at its Auburn facility after securing a major contract to supply the federal government with vials to support the COVID-19 vaccine effort. The project...
Obituary: Brenda Kaye Nixon
Brenda Kaye Nixon, age 69, of Nesmith Community, passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
She was born August 30, 1952 to Cecil and Vaudie Parris. Brenda was a member of Northside Baptist Church in Addison.
Visitation will be Saturday, October 9,...
Obituary: Robert Ennis Shannon
Robert (Bob) Shannon, 70, passed away Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 at St. Vincent's Hospital. He was born Dec. 8, 1949 to Robert (Buddy) and Vonda Shannon.
He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Church. Bob retired from Morgan County School System where he taught...
North Cullman Jack’s redesigned to allow for better entry and exit
CULLMAN, Ala. - The recently renovated Jack’s restaurant on Hwy 157 was rebuilt due to a scheduled review of each of the Jack’s Family Restaurant properties. The old building was an earlier prototype and project manager Dale Bright with St. John’s and Associates said...
Obituary: Annie Ruth (Newsom) Rohrscheib
Annie Ruth (Newsom) Rohrscheib, age 81, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Saturday, November 13, 2021. Annie was born March 21, 1940 in Vinemont, Alabama to Jessie Lee and Vanera Marie Mardis Newsom.
Annie is survived by her daughter: Anita (Shannon Lee) Rohrscheib-Kelley; her sons:...
Obituary: Rondle Black
Funeral services for Rondle Black of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Mt. Joy Missionary Baptist Church in Hanceville. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday, July 2, 2021...
4 area students on Samford University Cumberland School of Law Dean’s List for Spring 2018
HOMEWOOD - Samford University has released its Cumberland School of Law Dean's List. To make the list, a student must have earned a minimum 3.0 grade point average out of a possible 4.0 while attempting at least 10 credit hours of coursework. The Dean's...
PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders fall to Fayette County in regional showdown 30-14
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders returned home to host Fayette County in a big region matchup Thursday night but couldn’t overcome an early Tiger lead, falling 30-14 to move to 7-2 on the season.
Good Hope won the toss and deferred to...
Arrests and incidents reported July 15, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 15, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
July 13
third-degree theft of property; person; Olive St....
Cullman woman charged with arson
Kimberly Pearson (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
CULLMAN - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies and investigators on Tuesday arrested a Cullman woman for second-degree arson.
Kimberly K. Pearson, 46, was arrested after deputies determined that Pearson allegedly set fire to her residence. A spokesman for the...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 5, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 5, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsSept. 4
possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 437
harassment; CR 19
domestic violence; CR 1772
theft of property;...
Obituary: Richard Ernest Thiot, Sr.
Funeral services for Richard Ernest Thiot, Sr., 87, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman City Cemetery, Rev. John Garrison officiating. Visitation will be from 12-2 p.m. at the funeral home.
Cullman...
CPD: Quick thinking by patrol officers leads to recovery of stolen firearms
Matthew Childers, left and Chase Johnson, right
CULLMAN - The Cullman City Police Department (CPD) says quick thinking by some of the department's patrol officers led to the recovery of firearms stolen from Wilborn Outdoors this week.
The burglary happened overnight Tuesday, when suspects broke into...
Obituary: William “Allen” Kretzschmar
Funeral services for William “Allen” Kretzschmar, 89, of Harvest, Alabama will be at noon Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Garden City Cemetery. Reverend Trueman Davis will be officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m.-noon May 21, 2020...
Area preview- week no. 8
Hanceville Bulldogs (2-5, 1-3) @ Holly Pond Broncos (4-2, 1-2)
3A, Region 6
Thomas-Michelfelder Field - Holly Pond
Friday 7 p.m.
SERIES: Hanceville leads 22-11
LAST TIME: Hanceville defeated Holly Pond 60-50 in 2015
LAST WEEK: Hanceville lost to Susan Moore 56-21, Holly Pond lost to Locust Fork 37-31
A victory...
