Agriplex ‘Harvest to Home’ dinner Sept. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Farm Credit will present the North Alabama Agriplex’s ninth annual Harvest to Home Local Foods Dinner and Auctions Thursday, Sept. 12, at 5 p.m. at the Wallace State Community College Dr. William F. PeinhardtConference Center in Hanceville.
Doors will open at...
Obituary: Joseph ‘Joe’ Franey
Memorial Mass for Joe Franey, 84, of Cullman, will be Monday, August 19, 2024 at 10 a.m., at St. Bernard Abbey; Abbott Marcus Voss presiding.
Mr. Franey was born July 8, 1940, to Joseph and Wilma Sherwood Franey. He passed away at his residence on...
Vinemont seeking competitors for October’s Chillin-N-Grillin BBQ Fest
VINEMONT, Ala. – On Saturday, Oct. 26, the air will take on the distinctive smell of sticky and sweet barbecue as grill masters and competitors take to the fires for Vinemont’s Chillin’-N-Grillin’ BBQ Fest.
The festival, centered around the best of the best behind the...
Vinemont council tables software talks, prepares for senior luncheon
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday resumed discussions on Text MyGov communications software and chose to table the item of business until its next meeting. It also discussed the next senior luncheon.
On Monday, Aug. 19, the council will host its monthly Senior Luncheon at the Vinemont...
Retail site to ‘transform’ area in north Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new retail center is under development just north of Urban Cookhouse and Pasquale’s on the northbound side of U.S. Highway 31 and 12th Way North in Cullman. This new development is slated to open in late 2025 if all goes...
Cullman Lions Club presents $50K to Good Samaritan Health Clinic
CULLMAN, Ala. - In April, the Good Samaritan Health Clinic announced plans to build a new location along Veterans Drive Southwest to better serve the residents of Cullman County. On Friday, Aug. 16, the Cullman Lions Club helped the clinic step closer to breaking...
Obituary: Douglas Wayne Cordes
Douglas Wayne Cordes, age 48, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Douglas was born in Cullman, Alabama on September 5, 1975 to David Wayne and Margie Ann Todd Cordes. He is preceded in death by his mother: Margie Ann Cordes,...
Obituary: Marjorie Alyce-Snow Etheredge
We announce the everlasting life of our beloved mother, Marjorie Alyce Snow Etheredge, 94, from Logan, Alabama. Margie went home to her precious Lord and Savior on August 16, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Margie was born on May 9, 1930, to Felix and...
Obituary: Annette Marie Alexander
Funeral service for Annette Marie Alexander, age 84, of Cullman, will be Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 3 p.m. at Valley Springs Baptist Church, with Bro. Jeremie Clark and Pastor Tim Box officiating. Mrs. Alexander will lie in state at the church from 2-3...
Obituary: Pat Rich Thomas
Funeral service for Pat Rich Thomas, age 75, of Cullman, will be Monday, August 19, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Jim Laney officiating. Visitation will be at the chapel from 12-2 p.m. and interment will be at South...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 16, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 16, 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
August 15
theft of property-4th degree; City of Cullman; miscellaneous;...
West Point High School Class of 1974 celebrates 50 years
The West Point High School Class of 1974 recently celebrated its 50-year class reunion at The Barn at Lake Catoma.
Attending classmates were:
Back row, left to right, David Hale, Michael Campbell, Mike Floyd, Darrell Fell, Matt Smith, Buford Shedd, Keith Penn, Ken Cornelius, Ranney Steele,...
Alpha Nutrition and The Garage hosting cash prize unsanctioned powerlifting meet Aug. 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alpha Nutrition and The Garage are teaming up to host an in-house, unsanctioned powerlifting meet with cash prizes. The meet is set for Saturday, Aug. 24, from 4 p.m. until the last athlete has completed his or her lift. Competing athletes...
Pet of the week: Meet Sable
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the beautiful, elegant and sweet Sable, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week. She is a shepherd mix who is approximately 5-6 months old.
Sable is sharp girl who loves being in the company of others. She is a medium-energy pup and...
Severe thunderstorms possible today through Sunday
CLANTON, Ala. – Several clusters of showers and thunderstorms will move from northwest to southeast across Alabama today through Sunday. A few damaging wind gusts and hail are the main threats. Frequent lightning and heavy downpours will also occur. There is no tornado potential.
The...
Obituary: Janet Carol Peebles
Janet Carol Peebles, age 68, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024.
A visitation for Janet will be held Monday, August 19, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel, 1901 2nd Avenue, N.W., Cullman, Alabama 35055. The...
Obituary: Dorothy Rice
Dorothy Rice, age 95, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024.
A visitation for Dorothy will be held Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home, 1901 2nd Avenue, N.W., Cullman, Alabama 35055. A funeral service...
Obituary: Melanie Rae Watkins
Melanie Rae Watkins, age 66, of Morris, Alabama passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024.
Melanie is survived by her sister Marilyn Dean Whitton and her brother Ricky (Marilyn) Dean; her sons Johnny Ray Sego, Anthony Shawn (Katherine) Dean, her grandchildren Alex Dean, Summer Dean,...
Obituary: John Purdy
With deep sorrow we announce the funeral services for John Purdy which will be 4 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. The family will receive friends at Hanceville Funeral Home...
Obituary: Joel Franklin Moon
Funeral service for Joel Franklin Moon, age 88, of Crane Hill, will be Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. Visitation will be held at the chapel from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and interment will be at Mt....
Commission approves purchase of road equipment
CULLMAN, Ala. – At its August meeting, the Cullman County Commission ended months of discussions surrounding the Cullman County Road Department and its aged and deteriorating equipment.
As discussed at its July meeting, the road department has been in need of major equipment upgrades including...
Long-Lewis acquires Cullman’s Eckenrod Ford Lincoln
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Long-Lewis Automotive Group, effective Aug. 12, 2024, acquired Eckenrod Ford Lincoln in Cullman. The official name of the dealership is Long-Lewis Ford Lincoln of Cullman.
Long-Lewis purchased all assets, including the real estate, and will also retain all Eckenrod employees. This...
Obituary: Sherry Boone-Nelson
A memorial service for Sherry Boone-Nelson, 67, of Hanceville, will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.
Sherry, a beloved member of our community, was born on March 1, 1957 in Cullman, AL and passed away peacefully on Aug. 13, 2024, in Boaz. A...
Obituary: Mary Pauline Scott
Mary Pauline Scott, age 82, of Vinemont, passed away on Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, at her
residence. A small graveside service will be held at Mt. Zion Cemetery Saturday, August 17, at 11 a.m.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mary was born November 3, 1942, to Albert and May Buchanan.
She was preceded in death by her parents; Richard Buchanan (Novella).
She is survived by her son, Robert J. Scott; daughter, Annette Johnson; brother, John Buchanan
(wife, Dorothy, deceased); sister, Margaret Jetton; grandchildren, Ricky Johnson (Sheena), Abby
Johnson, Hannah Johnson, Madison Johnson, Brayden Johnson, Christy Williams (Gerald), Eli
Williams, Alex Williams, Aaron Shonkwiler, Peyton Shonkwiler, Brandon Williams; a host of
nieces and nephews.
“When life is at its worst, that’s when God is at His best.”
Please visit www.cullmanfuneralhome.com to sign the online guestbook.
Obituary: Chris Trimble
Chris Trimble, age 58, of Bremen, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 11, at UAB Hospital.
There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, Aug. 24, at 1 p.m. at Chris's residence:
100 County Road 108. The family asks all Chris's family and friends to
please come and celebrate his life with them. All are welcome and they ask you please continue
to keep them in your prayers.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Chris was born November 2, 1965, to Erston Daniel Trimble, Jr. and Anna Ruth Redwine.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Eilts-Noe; brothers Lenn Trimble (Darlene), Barry Trimble,
and Darrell Trimble; sister, Melanie Perry; special friend, Samantha Jones; a host of nieces and
nephews and family and friends.
Please visit www.cullmanfuneralhome.com to sign the online guestbook.
Arrests and Incidents reported August 15, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 15, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 12
assault; CR 1643
burglary; CR 1025
possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 157
burglary; CR 725
domestic violence; Hwy....
Cullman City Council holds water, sewer, sanitation rates steady for 2nd year
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council voted on Monday to hold the city’s water, sewer and sanitation rates at their current levels for residential customers.“For the second year in a row, we are going to be able to waive the inflation adjustment, so...
St. Paul’s inaugural golf tournament set for Sept. 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School will host its inaugural golf tournament Saturday, Sept. 14, at Cross Creek Golf Course.
Golfers and teams are welcomed to the course to register for the tournament prior to the 8 a.m. tee-time. Registration will begin at 7...
Cullman City Schools among best in Alabama in state rankings
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to state testing in English/Language Arts, Math and Science from the 2023-2024 school year, Cullman City Schools remains in the Top 10 academically compared to the more than 100 districts across the state. The rankings and results factor in student...
Good Hope City Council adopts 4 new Resolutions, reports successful Back-to-School Bash
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first August meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and adopted four new resolutions.
Resolution No: 017-2024 was the annual resolution to adopt the transportation plan pursuant to the Rebuild Alabama Act and Resolution...
Kerry Watson will not seek re-election to Cullman County Commission
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Commissioner for District 1, Kerry Watson, announced Tuesday, Aug. 13, that he will not seek re-election in 2026. He made the announcement during the commission meeting.
“I have been very blessed to serve Cullman County and I have enjoyed serving...
Former Baileyton Mayor Johnny Dyar pleads guilty to using office for personal gain
CULLMAN, Ala. - Former Baileyton Mayor Johnny Dyar on Wednesday pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor counts of use of office for personal gain.
The dates of the offenses were between June 16 and July 21, 2019.
Dyar received 12 months for each count. These sentences were...
(Updated) 1 dead following incident at Rusken Packaging
Updated Aug. 14, 2024, at 9:44 p.m.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick on Wednesday night confirmed that Doug Cordes, 48, of Vinemont, passed away following a medical emergency while driving a forklift at Rusken Packaging.
Kilpatrick stated Cordes did fall from the forklift, but the...
Obituary: Bill Ballew
Funeral Service for Bill Ballew, age 49 of Cullman, will be at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. David Chambers officiating; burial at Antioch Baptist Cemetery- Fairview. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m....
Arrests and Incidents reported August 14, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 14, 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
No incidents reported.
Arrests
August 13
Fanning, Nathan D.; 40
FTA – public...
Alabama State Parks marks progress in major renovations
With more than $150 million available for renovations, repairs and construction, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) State Parks System is in the middle of major upgrades and enhancements to help State Parks’ guests embrace and enjoy Alabama’s natural beauty.
State Parks...
Southern Crown’s Disney Divas Pageant welcomes all ages Aug. 18
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Disney Divas Pageant is set to take place at the Hanceville Civic Center on Sunday, Aug. 18, starting at 10 a.m. Registration is currently open to all prospective contestants.
The pageant offers a $50 all-inclusive entry fee, which covers the beauty...
Obituary: Euldean Cagle Allen
Euldean Allen, age 93, passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by loved ones on Monday, August 12, 2024 and entered into her heavenly home to be with the Lord. She was born on June 20, 1931 to her parents, Henry Arva Cagle and...
Obituary: Gary Levon Rodgers
Funeral Service for Gary Rodgers, age 70 of Falkville, will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Buddy Perkins officiating; burial at New Ground Fellowship Ministry Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m....
Names not forgotten
Annual Purple Heart memorial service remembers local heroes
HARTSELLE, Ala. - On Saturday, Aug. 10, Chapter 2212, the Joe Hooper, Medal of Honor, Chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart hosted its annual memorial service to honor fallen warriors of Cullman and Morgan...
Obituary: Rita Louise Blakely
Rita Louise Blakely, age 75, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024.
Rita is survived by her sisters Valerie Thomley and Edna Earl Boddie, brother Wade Alston ; her stepdaughter Jennifer Lynn Darnell & Daughter Anna Elizabeth Blakely, stepson Robert Alton Franklin...
Cullman Police officer recognized for apprehension of wanted suspect
CULLMAN, Ala. – A crowd of Cullman Police Officers stopped by City Hall Monday evening as the City honored one of their teammates for a job well done. Assistant Chief Brandon Patterson and Sgt. Joey Duncan recognized Patrol Officer Josh Spinks for the apprehension of...
West Point Back-to-School Bash a slam dunk
WEST POINT, Ala. - The town of West Point helped the community’s students run away from the back-to-school blues on Saturday, Aug. 10. The town held its annual Back-to-School Bash at West Point Municipal Park from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., allowing a full day of...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 13, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 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
August 12
criminal mischief-3rd degree; person; damaged door; $100; Oak...
Sherry Boatright, Barbara Whitehead inducted into Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Donald E. Green Active Adult Center was abuzz with celebration on Monday, Aug. 12, as two of its cherished members, Sherry Boatright and Barbara Whitehead, were inducted into the Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. The intimate ceremony, held at...
New CCPS playground set to open
CULLMAN, Ala. - The finishing touches are being put on the new playground at Cullman City Primary School, with the expansive new amenity set for student use in the coming days.The new playground features a turfed play area, as well as new swing sets,...
West’s Community Block Party returning for 2nd year
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the success of its 2023 event, the West Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is bringing back the Community Block Party on Aug. 29, at the West Elementary School playground. The event will be packed full of activities and games...
Commission on Aging to host Spaghetti Fundraiser Aug. 22
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging will host the 2024 Spaghetti Fundraiser at the Cullman Senior Center on Thursday, Aug. 22, from 4:30-8 p.m.
COA Director Stephanie Lawson said the event is an effort to raise funds to benefit the seven full-time...
Obituary: Kenneth Bill Glover
Kenneth Bill Glover, age 72, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024.
A visitation for Kenneth will be held Tuesday, August 13, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service will occur in the Chapel...
Obituary: Leonard D. Sewell
Funeral services for Leonard Sewell, 83, of Morris will be 11 a.m., Friday August 16th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Duck River Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, August 15th from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 12, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 12, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 8
dog bite; CR 688
domestic violence; CR 187
July 9
harassing communications; CR 1114
theft of property; US....
13 graduate Wallace State as registered sonographers
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography program recently celebrated the success of 13 students in its OB/GYN pathway with a pinning ceremony attended by graduates, family and friends. As each graduate walked across the stage, the letters RDMS were added...
CCSO, commission purchase 80 life-saving AEDs
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and Cullman County Commission recently made what the CCSO called a “substantial investment” into the lives of Cullman County residents. The CCSO partnered with Birmingham-based Cardiac Solutions to provide life-saving equipment for the sheriff’s office.
A...
Obituary: Bobby Ray Landers
Bobby Ray Landers, age 69, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Jack H. Landers and Freida Cothran, sons, Benjamin and Daniel Landers, sister, Wanda K Landers, and brother, Jack Harvey Landers Jr.
Ray is...
Obituary: Ann Yearwood Wells
A Memorial Service for Ann Yearwood Wells, age 79, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Hollis Gardner officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Wells passed away on Saturday,...
Cullman County CASA urgently seeks compassionate volunteers to be advocates for local children
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County CASA, a nonprofit program under Cullman Caring for Kids, is urgently seeking volunteers to join its mission of advocating for children in dependency cases. The organization plays a crucial role as a third-party advocate, ensuring the voices and needs...
Cullman County Farm-City Banquet scheduled for Nov. 21 at Loft 212
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Farm-City Committee is pleased to announce the annual Cullman County Farm-City Banquet, set to take place on Thursday, Nov. 21, at Loft 212. The evening's festivities will commence with a silent auction and entertainment at 5 p.m., followed...
Cullman County Republican Women hosting planning meeting Aug. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Republican Women will host a planning meeting at the VFW in Cullman on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 6 p.m.
President Cathi Bradford said the group is planning its strategy to see former President Trump re-elected in November and all...
First Source for Women to host inaugural Tinsel & Timber event
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit First Source for Women (FSFW) on Thursday, Nov. 14, will host a new fundraiser, Tinsel & Timber. The event will feature a live and silent auction, live music, heavy hors d'oeuvres and an evening of fellowship while supporting the...
ALEA: Drive responsibly, arrive safely this school year
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Schools across the state are back in session, or will be soon, meaning heavier traffic and busier morning commutes. This school year, ALEA is urging parents, teen drivers and citizens of all ages to join the Agency’s “Roadway to Success” campaign...
St. Bernard Prep School teachers and staff gather for in-service meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - The teachers and staff of St. Bernard Preparatory School recently convened for their annual in-service meeting, beginning the day with a Mass celebrated by School Chaplain Fr. Linus Klucsarits in the Abbey Church. This cherished tradition marks the start of the...
Obituary: Leo Junior Himmel
Leo Junior Himmel, age 80, of Joppa, passed from this life on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at his residence. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Leo was born February 14, 1944, to Leo Michael Himmel...
Celebrating tradition: Amy McAfee Wood named 2024 Burgermeister of Cullman Oktoberfest
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the heart of Cullman, where tradition and community run deep, Amy McAfee Wood has been named the Cullman Oktoberfest 2024 Burgermeister, a title that she said fills her with immense pride and joy. As vice president of Cullman Cabinet and...
Peinhardt Farm Days scheduled for Oct. 19-20
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Peinhardt Living History Farm Foundation will host Peinhardt Living History Farm Days over two days again this year. Peinhardt Farm Day has entertained and educated generations of north Alabamians since the 1990s. This year the event will take place Saturday,...
Cullman Regional Airport partners with U.S. Department of Energy for UAS atmospheric collection operations
VINEMONT, Ala. - Cullman Regional Airport has been working in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) user facility and housed government-owned, contractor-operated uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) – or drones – to collect atmospheric data to assist the DOE...
Cullman Regional Airport ‘breaks ground’ on expansion project, accepts $1M ADECA grant
VINEMONT, Ala. - Cullman Regional Airport officials on Thursday, Aug. 8, ceremoniously “broke ground” on a major renovation of its terminal apron and new hangars. An additional $1 million to help fund the renovation of the local airport and north Alabama’s only drop zone...
Double the Chick-fil-A?
CULLMAN, Ala. - Recently, the Chick-fil-a in Cullman went through a complete overhaul, leaving some consumers without their favorite chicken meals.
At the most recent meeting of the City of Cullman Planning Commission meeting, documents were presented, but there was nothing to indicate a sale...
Obituary: Jennifer Lee Wilkins
Jennifer Lee Wilkins age 44, of Cullman passed from this life on Friday, August 9, 2024. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Jennifer was born February 11, 1980, to Phillip Van Wilkins and Loretta Lee...
Obituary: Shari Ann Gato
Graveside Service for Shari Ann Gato, age 60 of Crane Hill, will be at 10 a.m. on Monday, August 12, 2024 at Prospect Church of Christ Cemetery. Mrs. Gato passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Cullman Regional. She was born February 25, 1964,...
Obituary: Raymond Field Earp
Raymond Field Earp, age 71, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024, at his residence. A Celebration of Life will be held for Raymond at a later date, at Murfreesboro Funeral Home in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the...
Obituary: Walter G. Welford Jr.
Walter G. Welford, Jr., age 76, of Vinemont, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be held at Haughton Memorial Cemetery in Amory, Mississippi, on Monday, August 12, 2024 at 2 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Barbara Jo Headrick Bolin
Barbara Jo Headrick Bolin, who graced this world with her presence on March 30, 1948, gently passed into eternal life on August 9, 2024, at the age of 76, after a brave battle with cancer.
Barbara filled the roles of a devoted wife, mother, grandmother,...
Obituary: DeEtte Johnson Knott
DeEtte Johnson Knott, age 98, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024. DeEtte was born in Cullman, Alabama on December 19, 1925 to Otto Marvin and Clara Laburta Bailey Johnson.
She is preceded in death by her parents, 7 brothers and 3...
Obituary: Sandra Hammock Duren
Sandra Hammock Duren, age 77, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Sandra was born in Cullman, Alabama on February 4, 1947 to Joseph and Bessie Ryan Hammock.
Graveside services are Sunday August 11, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Hopewell Cemetery in...
Obituary: Glenda Gail Moses
Funeral Service for Glenda Gail Moses, age 79 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Dudley Brock officiating; burial at Flint Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m....
Obituary: Jacqueline C. Willoughby
Funeral Service for Jacqueline C Willoughby, age 96 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, August 12, 2024, at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Pastor Kevin Jenkins officiating; burial at Welti Cemetery, Cullman, AL. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. - 1...
Obituary: Kathleen Hankins
Funeral Service for Kathleen Hankins, age 87 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Tim Dubberly and Heath Tinker officiating; burial at Bethel Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. -...
Obituary: Shirley Faye Lamar
Funeral service for Shirley Faye Lamar, age 86, of Cullman, is Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 12 p.m., at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Dr. Mickey Jett officiating. Visitation will be held at the chapel from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. and interment will...
2nd annual 3Sixty Jeep Club Rally coming in September
BATTLEGROUND, Ala. - Local group 3Sixty Jeep Club will host its second annual Jeep Club Rally Sept. 13-15 at Camp Liberty in near Battleground.
The rally is the club’s most significant event of the year, with live music, car shows, cornhole competitions, eating contests and...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 9, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 9, 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
August 6
domestic violence-3rd degree; person; Lincoln Ave. SW
August 8
harassment;...
Mulberry Fork access upgraded at Garden City River Park
GARDEN CITY, Ala. - One of Alabama’s most popular paddling destinations recently received a significant upgrade. State and local officials celebrated the opening of the renovated Garden City River Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 24. The renovations were made possible by a settlement...
Ivey appoints members to newly established Alabama Workforce Board
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey this week made appointments to the newly established Alabama Workforce Board and its Executive Committee. Ivey’s office said this marks a major milestone in the implementation of the Working for Alabama legislative package, which Governor Ivey championed and...
Obituary: Melissa Ruth Marchman
Melissa Ruth Marchman, age 60, of Decatur, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.
Lisa Marchman was a much-loved matriarch - a devoted daughter, mother, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother. As an accomplished nurse, she exemplified a remarkable work ethic and unwavering commitment. Lisa possessed...
Holly Pond Town Council hears good news about sewer system
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday got an update from Tyler McKellar of Living Water Services about plans for the town’s wastewater and sewer systems.
“Wastewater plant’s doing great,” said McKellar, noting that routine minor issues have been addressed quickly,...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 8, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 8, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 5
possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 437
theft of property; CR 1216
domestic violence;...
Honoring sacrifice: Annual Purple Heart memorial service Aug. 10
HARTSELLE, Ala. - The Finis J. Self Chapter 2212 of the Military Order of the Purple Heart will host its annual memorial service to honor the fallen warriors of Cullman and Morgan counties on Saturday, Aug. 10, at 10 a.m. at the Purple Heart...
Vinemont High Class of 1994 holds 30-year reunion
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont High School Class of 1994 recently came together to reminisce about the “good old days” at its 30-year reunion.
The group hatched a plan and gathered at the school to see the changes in their alma mater and classmates. A...
REHAU unveils $66M paint line in Cullman, creating 50 new jobs
CULLMAN, Ala. – REHAU, a leading global provider of polymer-based innovations and systems in the construction, automotive and industry sectors, unveiled its new $66 million paint line at a ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 7, marking a major investment creating 50 new jobs in Cullman.
Gov....
Judge Nicholas says retirement rumors untrue
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman County Circuit Judge Gregory Nicholas responded to rumors of impending retirement Wednesday, saying that he has no plans to vacate the bench before the end of his new term. Citing the retirement of Judge Martha Williams and the election of a...
Obituary: Larry Lee Hoops
Larry Lee Hoops, age 87, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
A visitation for Larry will be held Friday, August 9, 2024 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. at West Side Baptist Church, 4250 Hwy 55 W, Eva, AL 35621. A...
Obituary: Jason “Junior” Myers
Funeral services for Jason “Junior” Myers, 49, of Cold Springs will be 3 p.m. Friday, August 9th, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at McKinley Chapel. Visitation will be Thursday, August 8th, from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Born...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 7, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 7, 2024. 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
August 5
theft of property-1st degree; person; cash; $3,500
retail theft...
WSCC Nursing recognizes more than 100 graduates at pinning ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education celebrated the accomplishments of more than 100 students Thursday at its second pinning ceremony for 2024 graduation season. More than 75 were pinned at a ceremony held in May.
“We are so proud of...
Cullman Regional: Quality initiatives are saving lives
The following is a media release received from Cullman Regional printed as-is:
With multiple active quality initiatives in place including one that is credited with saving hundreds of lives, Cullman Regional is achieving high marks from national healthcare quality programs.
Cullman Regional saved an estimated 301...
Skydive Alabama’s Bamafest coming to skies near you
VINEMONT, Ala. – The biggest event of the year for Skydive Alabama is quickly approaching: Bamafest will take place Aug. 29- Sept. 2 at Cullman Regional Airport.
Bamafest will bring together experienced and recreational skydivers in Vinemont as they spend the weekend with like-minded thrill...
Obituary: Betty Wilson Collier
Betty Fay (Wilson) Collier, 89, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully at her home on Aug. 5, 2024. She was the widow of Nathan Devoid Collier.
Betty was born on Mother’s Day, May 12, 1935, in Cullman to the late Luther Guy Wilson and Desmer...
Obituary: Shannon “Sissy” Sue Peters
Shannon “Sissy” Sue Peters, 71, of Holly Pond, passed on to her heavenly home August 6, 2024. She was born October 11, 1952, in Opp, Alabama, to James Otis “Pete” and Mary H. Peters.
Shannon worked as a volunteer at Parkside School. She was a...
Obituary: Mary Lou Schaffer
A service honoring Mary Lou Schaffer, age 92 of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Delbert Freeman officiating. A burial at Sacred Heart Cemetary will immediately follow. Visitation with family will be...
Obituary: Norman W. Mayhall
Funeral service for Norman W. Mayhall, age 86, of Cullman, is Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 6 p.m., at Cullman Funeral Home with Darrel Briscoe speaking. There will be a short visitation from 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Precinct 27 moved back to White City Community Center
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at a special-called meeting on Monday, Aug. 5, voted to move voting Precinct 27 from the Johnson’s Crossing Volunteer Fire Department back to the White City Community Center at 1542 County Road 617.
The precinct was moved in...
