Maddux found guilty of 2017 murder of stepfather
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County jury on Friday, June 28, found William Thomas Maddux, 33, of Cullman County, guilty of murder in the Nov. 12, 2017, shooting death of his stepfather, Perry Shoemake.
Following a four-day trial, Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker said...
Pet of the week: I’m your Huckleberry!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Huckleberry, a Labrador Retriever who is approximately 5.5 years old with plenty of love to give!
This mild-mannered friend has low-medium energy and is respectful and unassuming as he cherishes your company. He loves all of his toys, especially a ball.
Huckleberry is like the...
Anglers for Autism: CDC receives donation for upgrades
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) recently received a $10,000 donation from the Angling for Autism Bass Fishing Tournament. The tournament proceeds benefit local programs that bring awareness to autism and provide education and other opportunities to children with special...
LIST: Fireworks fun and where to find it
CULLMAN, Ala.- Independence Day is on its way, and with it a handful of local Fourth of July festivities.
Third Annual Fourth of July Celebration
Sunday, June 30, beginning at 6 p.m.
Vinemont Sports Complex
266 Park Drive
The Town of South Vinemont and Vinemont Baptist Church host...
Cullman County man arrested for recording video in Walmart women’s restroom
Updated June 27, 2024, at 5:17 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department on Thursday, June 27, announced the arrest of Justin Wade Perry, 32, of Cullman County, for allegedly illegally recording video in the women’s restroom in the south Cullman Walmart.
According to a statement issued...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 27, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 27, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 24
trespassing; CR 1196
possession of dangerous drugs; possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy....
Junior Miss Cullman County Fair Princess Brooklyn Shaw champions diabetes platform
CULLMAN, Ala. - Junior Miss Cullman County Fair Princess Brooklyn Shaw takes her platform, Tiaras for Type 1, seriously.
“This platform is very dear to her heart and ours. Her diagnosis changed her life forever, but she wants to give back,” her mother, Shanda Shaw,...
Cullman City Schools ramping up Archery program
Cullman City Schools has one of the most successful archery programs in the nation, and officials are working to make sure that doesn't change.
Longtime Cullman City Schools archery coach Branch Whitlock stepped down from the position this summer, after leading Cullman’s archery team for...
Cullman City Council moves forward on sporting goods store
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an agreement that brings a new sporting goods store expected to be an Academy Sports + Outdoors a step closer to opening on the city’s south side. The council approved a “772 agreement” with...
Mopars for a cause: Car show raises $4.5K to feed hungry children
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s own Mopar fanatics group, the Pentastar South Car Club, in partnership with Cullman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, recently donated $4,500 to Alabama Credit Union’s program, Secret Meals for Hungry Children.
Brenda Allison with the Pentastar South Car Club said, “This will...
Guthery found not guilty of manslaughter in vehicle crash
Updated June 27, 2024, at 5:45 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The reckless homicide trial of Tyler Jacob Guthery, 28, of Cullman County, ended early Wednesday evening with not guilty verdicts from the jury for the most serious counts for a 2021 crash that killed one...
Obituary: Maggie Gertrude Hall
Maggie Gertrude Hall, age 99, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024.
No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: James Frank Blakely
James Frank Blakely, age 70, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024.
No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: Ernest Leon Waters
Ernest Leon Waters (Leon), age 89, of Birmingham, Alabama, died peacefully on June 25, 2024, at home with his family. He is survived by the love of his life, Kathryn Voigt Waters, his children Thomas (Jennifer) and Valerie (Darlene), his grandchildren Mary Kathryn (Gann)...
Obituary: Fredrick Dallis-Wayne Grimmett
Fredrick Dallis-Wayne Grimmett, age 37 of Vinemont, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024. He was born Wednesday, July 30, 1986, to Wendy Thurman and the late Terry Grimmett. Dallis is preceded in death by his father, and grandparents, Fred and Lavon Thurman, Clellan...
Obituary: Charles Edwin Smith
Charles Edwin Smith, age 81, of Hanceville, AL, passed from this life on Monday, June 24, 2024. There will be no public service, only a small private family gathering.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Charles was born on May 31, 1943, to...
Obituary: Brenda Kay Watkins
Brenda Kay Watkins, age 73, passed away on June 24, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Good Hope City Council approves rezoning ordinance, awards architectural services bid
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second June meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and got things started with a rezoning ordinance. The City’s Planning Commission held a public hearing June 17 and all nine members voted to...
Library Board announces feasibility study for expansion, renovations
CULLMAN, Ala. – At the Cullman County Public Library Board meeting on Thursday, June 20, Cullman County Public Library System Director Amber Thornton announced that the Cullman County Commission and Cullman City Council have agreed to proceed with a feasibility study for a phased...
Man found deceased in woods near Cullman Lowe’s
CULLMAN, Ala. - Just after 8 p.m. Tuesday, a deceased man was discovered by a couple walking near Lowe's in south Cullman.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the man as Ricky Gene Rouse, 46, of Hanceville.
"He was found deceased in the woods behind...
Obituary: Nancy Elizabeth Boatwright
Funeral service for Nancy Elizabeth Boatwright, age 49, of Arley, is Saturday June 29, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held from Noon-2 p.m. and interment will be at Holly Bush Baptist Church Cemetery in Pelahatchie, Mississippi.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Nancy was born on September 29, 1974, to Herbert Moore and Lucille Graves Moore. She
passed from this life on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Mersadies Boatrite; brother, Jerry Moore; sister, Debbie Abney; niece, LeighAnn Johnson.
She is survived by her husband, Cicel Boatwright; son, Derik Boatwright; daughters, Paechence Boatwright (Aaron Witt), and Destini Boatwright; brothers, Harold Moore, Roland Moore, and Thomas Earl Moore; sisters, Mary Pippinger, and Ann Murray; grandchildren, Paeleigh Brown, Harper Witt, Hudson Witt, Breckyn Witt, Wrenleigh Witt, Westin Campbell,
Adleigh Campbell, Brynlee Herfurth, McKenna Campbell, Brody Johnson, Cannon Boatwright, Brooks Boatwright, Blakely Boatwright, and baby due in September.
Nancy was known as a wonderful Momma to her kids and as Nanny to her grandbabies, whom she loved dearly. She was hardheaded and was very protective of her family. Her family said she was a hard worker and a go-getter, who never stopped. She will be very missed by all who loved and knew her.
Obituary: Paula Jones Hazlerigg
Paula Jones Hazelrigg, 73, of Hanceville
A visitation for Paula Jones Hazelrigg, 73, of Hanceville, will be from 3-5 p.m. on Friday, June 28th , at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mrs. Hazelrigg was born June 30, 1950 in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. She passed away June 19, 2024 in Cullman,...
Obituary: Ted William Wagnon
Ted William Wagnon, 88, of Bremen
Funeral Service for Ted William Wagnon, age 88 of Bremen, will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 28, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Morris Helton officiating; Visitation will be from 6-7 p.m. on Friday, June 28,...
Obituary: Kathern (Kathy) Hood
Kathern (Kathy) Hood, age 84, went to be with the Lord on June 20, 2024. She was born on December 19, 1939 in the Jones Chapel area.
Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Jessie Barnett and Inez Barnett Gootee. She is survived by her husband...
2024 TNT Fireworks Bassmaster Elite kicks off June 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - Smith Lake is gearing up to host the 2024 TNT Fireworks Bassmaster Elite, which brings not only top-tier fishing action by the professionals, but also a free family friendly summer festival. The event will take place at Smith Lake Park, located...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 25, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 25, 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
No incidents reported.
Arrests
June 24
Hollis Jr., Robert L.; 46
FTA –...
Summer safety tips from local law enforcement, first responders
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local law enforcement, public safety representatives and first responders have collaborated to create a list of ways to practice safety in and around the water, around fireworks and while traveling this summer.
Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta said there are different laws when...
Snead’s Farmhouse delights at Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) was a zoo – or rather, a farm – on Monday, June 24. Judy Snead and her trove of furry friends from local animal rescue Snead’s Farmhouse Sanctuary entertained local...
Cullman County Historical Society hosts Flying Fifty Hotel presentation
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Historical Society hosted its regularly scheduled meeting at the Cullman County Museum Sunday afternoon and enjoyed a special presentation on the new Flying Fifty Hotel from Owners Paul and Challie Knetter.
The Knetters began working on this project in...
Trials begin in 2017, 2021 homicide cases
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jury selection got underway Monday, June 24, 2024, in the trial of William Thomas Maddux, 33, of Cullman County, in the 2017 shooting death of his stepfather, and jurors heard opening arguments in the reckless homicide trial of Tyler Jacob Guthery,...
Obituary: Vickie Lynn Borden
Vickie Lynn Borden, age 64 of Baileyton, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at Cullman Regional. She was born Wednesday, July 8, 1959, to Wilford Eugene Simmons, Sr. and Nancy Simmons. She was preceded in death by her father and brother, Wilford Eugene Simmons,...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 24, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 20
assault; CR 1222
harassment; CR 431
possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1809
possession of drug paraphernalia; CR...
Obituary: Louise Turner
Louise Turner, age 68, of Hanceville, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024. A small family visitation and graveside service is planned for Friday, June 28, 2024. Interment will be held at Jones Chapel Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Lousie was born...
Veteran and educator George Brady takes to the skies with Wallace State Aviation degree
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - George Brady is a 70-year-old retired veteran from Ensley who has lived a life marked by a dedication to service and a passion for educating others. Since he was a young man, Brady has been intrigued by airplanes and always wanted...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Dye
Patricia Ann Dye, age 76, of Logan, Alabama passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024.
No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: Linda Frances Burns
Funeral Service for Linda Frances Burns, age 81 of Falkville, will be at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Gary Waddell officiating; burial at Ebenezer Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. -10 a.m. on Wednesday, June...
Summer learning: Cullman City Schools summer camp bridges gap
CULLMAN, Ala. - It might be summer vacation, but the learning never really stops at Cullman City Schools.The district’s summer learning camp ran from June 3-20, with more than 120 students attending at the West Elementary School campus, making it the largest summer camp...
Obituary: Brenda Fay Moore
Brenda Fay Moore, age 72, of Good Hope, Alabama passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024.
No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: Mark Richard
Mark Richard, age 62, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024.
No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: Lloyd K. Cartwright
Lloyd K Cartwright, age 65 of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at his residence.
No services are planned at this time.
CCBOE recognized nationally for Community Report publication
CULLMAN, Ala. - The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) on Friday, June 21, 2024, recognized Cullman County Schools for its recent Community Report publication.
The report showcases the school system and highlights each school in the district. It can be viewed at ccboe.org/community.
"This Community...
Alabama residents invited to provide input on master plan for statewide trail system
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Alabama residents are invited to help shape the future of the state's trail systems through public input on the Sweet Trails Alabama statewide master plan. This plan aims to expand Alabama's network of trails to promote outdoor recreation, tourism, health and...
The Link’s monthly community meal set for June 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County recently announced that its Master’s Hand Food Pantry will be closed until July 6 for much-needed updates, renovations and employee and volunteer training. However, its free monthly community meal will still take place, happening Thursday, June...
All Steak’s Dueling Pianos a hit
CULLMAN, Ala. - Known across the state for its orange rolls, longtime Cullman staple All Steak held the first in a new series of public events with Dueling Pianos on Thursday, June 20. The banquet room of the popular steakhouse was bustling with laughter...
Obituary: Randy Edward Johnson
Funeral services for Randy Edward Johnson, 55, of Cullman, Alabama will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, June 24th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Mt. Olive Cemetery. Randy Booth will be officiating services. The family will welcome friends at...
Obituary: Adrian Isaac Estudillo Becerril
Funeral Service for Adrian Isaac Estudillo Becerril, age 29 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jonathan Reid officiating; burial at Sardis No. 2 Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m....
Miss Wallace State representative Savannah Lynn to compete for Miss Alabama title
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Miss Wallace State representative Savannah Lynn is headed to Birmingham June 26-29, to compete in the statewide pageant and Miss America qualifier, Miss Alabama.
It was an unexpected turn of events for Lynn, a seasoned pageant contestant. On Sept 10, 2023, she...
Many Alabama elderly, disabled adults in need of foster care
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was celebrated June 15
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s elderly and disabled adults can often find themselves in more vulnerable circumstances and in need of special care. The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is helping by finding adult foster homes...
Commission approves sales tax rebate for sporting goods store
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 18, the Cullman County Commission discussed a proposed sales tax rebate and financial benefits concerning a large sporting goods retail store soon to come to Cullman. As The Tribune previously reported, the business...
Berlin cuts storm shelter ribbon, prepares for community festival
BERLIN, Ala. – The Town of Berlin cut the ribbon on its new storm shelter Monday, June 17, following completion of accessible parking spaces, and Mayor Patrick Bates during Monday evening’s town council meeting declared the shelter “officially ready for use.” He added that...
Obituary: Geneva Thornton Overton
Geneva Thornton Overton, age 87, of Mount Olive, Alabama passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024.
A visitation will be held at 12 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home up until the time of the funeral service at 1 p.m. in the Chapel, Tuesday, June...
Obituary: Martha A. Morefield
Funeral Service for Martha A Morefield, age 60 of Bremen, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Kinney Grove Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Tim Aris officiating, burial at Kinney Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 11 a.m....
Obituary: Euel “Skip” Gregory
Euel “Skip” Gregory, age 93, of Cullman, passed away Thursday, June 20th, 2024. A Graveside service will be held for him at Center Grove Baptist Cemetery on Monday, June 24th, 2024, at 11 a.m. with Bro. Jason Vinson officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 21, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 19, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
June 19
theft of property-3rd degree; person; miscellaneous; $550; Brunner...
Obituary: Larry Eugene Lucas
Larry Eugene Lucas of Vinemont, Alabama departed from our earthly plane on June 17, 2024.
Mr. Lucas is preceded in death by his beloved sister, Debbie L. McMasters, and is survived by his caring wife: Laurie Lucas, daughter: Kelsey “Zachary” Bauer, and grandchildren: Makenna...
Obituary: Anna Marie Maddox
Anna Marie Maddox, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024.
Anna was a devout Christian and attend church faithfully until her health began to decline, even though unable to attend services she continued to read her Bible every night. She...
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...
Cullman Swim Team wins Cullman Challenge over Guntersville, Florence, Jasper
The Cullman Swim Team defeated Guntersville, Florence and Jasper in Tuesday night’s Cullman Challenge swim meet.
Cullman Challenge 2024 Results
Girls 6 & Under
25 Free - 1. Emri Lackey (20.29); 3. Audrey Smith (25.38); 4. Evie Stidham (26.43); 5. Mary Doss Amuso (26.73)
25 Back - 1....
CPD hosting ‘Coffee with a Cop’ this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department began hosting Coffee with a Cop events almost a decade ago as a way to bridge the gap between law enforcement officers and local residents.
CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said the most recent Coffee with a...
Obituary: Kelly Douglas Cook
Kelly Douglas Cook
Funeral services for Kelly Douglas Cook, 67, of Hayden will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday June 22
at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Bangor Cemetery.
Visitation will be Friday June 21 from 6-8 p.m.. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Cook was born in Cullman, Alabama to the late George and Levonia “Bonnie” Cook. He
passed away June 19, 2024 at his residence in Bangor, Alabama.
Mr. Cook is survived by his brothers, David Cook (Tammie) and Richard Cook (Shelly);
nephews Austin Cook, Dallas Kretzschmar, Josh Cook, B.J. Graves, and Caleb Robertson; and
nieces Maddy Cook, Antalie Cook and Jennifer Graves.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Cook was preceded in death by his brother, Artis Cook.
WildWater Cullman joins World’s Largest Swimming Lesson to promote water safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - WildWater Cullman on Thursday, June 20, participated in the 15th annual World's Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL). The global event, organized by the World Waterpark Association, aims to raise awareness about the critical importance of teaching children to swim as a vital...
2 arrested following string of retail thefts
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two women were arrested June 13, following a string of thefts at CVS stores across the state.
According to the Cullman Police Department, Rosanna Imelda Bita and Ana Maria Larisa Bita are each charged with two counts of organized retail theft and...
Cullman County woman receives 2 life sentences for 2019 murders of her children
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County woman on Thursday, June 20, received two life sentences for the brutal 2019 murders of her children.
Sara Tapia-Franco, 37, according to court records, pleaded guilty to two counts of capital murder. It was back on Oct. 12, 2019,...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 20, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 13
burglary; CR 566
domestic violence; CR 437
passing forged instrument; US. 31
harassment; CR 109
possession of dangerous...
Grady Malone appointed to Vinemont Town Council, Place 5
VINEMONT, Ala. - After losing the nomination for Place 3 earlier this month to Ross Campbell, resident Grady Malone was appointed to Vinemont Town Council, Place 5, at a special-called council meeting on Tuesday, June 18. The council held the meeting to hear nominations...
More than 670 earn place on President’s and Dean’s Lists at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 671 outstanding students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2024 semester.
To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for...
Cullman’s David Moss joins SouthPoint Bank Board of Directors
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – SouthPoint Bank on Monday, June 17, announced that David Moss, Jr. has joined its board of directors. Moss is the regional vice president of sales of the Southern Region for Oriental Weavers.
Moss, a native of Cullman, has served on the Cullman...
Obituary: Joan Smith
Funeral Service for Joan Smith, age 75 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Shane Hicks officiating; burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery at Berlin. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m....
Obituary: Norman Spencer Hale
Funeral Service for Norman Spencer Hale, age 94 of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Flint Creek Baptist Church with Buddy Price and Phillip Robinson officiating; burial at Flint Creek. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. - 11...
Obituary: Emmett Mac Wallace
Emmett Mac Wallace was born in Cullman, Alabama on January 4, 1939 to Daisy Runge. He was known to most simply as Mac.
He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Elaine Wallace. His brother Danny Wallace and sister Irona Adamson. His children,...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 19, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 19, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
June 18
theft of property-1st degree; person; cash
theft of property-2nd...
2nd annual Miss Summer Belle pageant set for June 22
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Miss Summer Belle pageant is back for its second year, set for Saturday, June 22, 2024, at the Lane Horton Gym at Hanceville High School. The event, organized by Queendom Pageant Productions, invites participants of all ages, whether first-year or...
Obituary: Simeon “Sim” Jonathan Calvert
Funeral services for Mr. Simeon Jonathan Calvert, age 96 of Cullman, Alabama will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 11 a.m. in the First Baptist Church of Cullman; internment in the Cullman City Cemetery.
Mr. Calvert died Monday, June 17, 2024. He was...
Obituary: Wilton G. McNiel
Wilton G. McNiel, age 79, of Baileyton, Alabama passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024.
There are no services planned at this time.
South Cullman Walmart car show raises funds for Children’s Miracle Network
CULLMAN, Ala. - The team at the south Cullman Walmart came together with the community on Saturday, June 15, to put on a car show to raise money and awareness for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Featuring everything from classic domestic cars to modern...
Alleged domestic violence incident turns deadly in Hanceville
Updated June 19, 2024, at 5:50 p.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A Hanceville man is dead following an alleged domestic incident late Tuesday night, June 18.
Joseph Keith Chandler Jernigan, 37, was confirmed deceased by Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick following the incident, which occurred at Jernigan’s residence.
"He...
Event focuses on elder abuse education, prevention
CULLMAN, Ala. - Render Aid Alabama held its second annual Elder Abuse Awareness Event, sponsored by Traditions Bank, on Saturday, June 15. The grounds of The Lodge at Stone Bridge Farms were filled with over 60 local seniors, all of whom were welcomed with...
Obituary: Joan Williams
Funeral services for Joan Williams, 86, of Bremen will be 11 p.m. Thursday June 20th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Shady Grove Cemetery. Rev. Horace Swann will be officiating services. Visitation will be Wednesday June 19th from 6...
CPD hosting ‘Coffee with a Cop’ this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department began hosting Coffee with a Cop events almost a decade ago as a way to bridge the gap between law enforcement officers and local residents.
CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said the most recent Coffee with a...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 18, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 18, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
June 12
criminal mischief-3rd degree; person; damage to '14 Subaru;...
Obituary: Shirley Shepherd Tuck
Shirley Shepherd Tuck, age 88, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024. Shirley was born in Columbus, Georgia to Bernice Sanders and John Hoyt Shepherd.
Shirley is survived by her daughter Sherilyn (John) Werner; and her daughter Holly (Greg) Boatright; her grandchild...
Obituary: G.W. Hicks
G.W. Hicks, age 87, of Cullman, passed away Sunday, June 16th, 2024. A Graveside service will be held for him at Franklin Memory Gardens in Russellville, AL on Thursday, June 20th, 2024, at 11 a.m. with Bro. Kerry Cleghorn officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored...
Obituary: James Thomas Hanson
James Thomas Hanson, age 68, of Bremen, passed away June 16, 2024. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.cullmanfuneralhome.com.
Arrests and Incidents reported June 17, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
No incidents reported.
Arrests
June 13 – June 16
Antonio, Steven R.; 44
theft-shoplifting, less than $500
criminal mischief-damaged property
Ball,...
Health Science application advising session offered June 27
Participants can apply to programs with openings for fall 2024
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Health Science programs will host an application advising session on Thursday, June 27, at 2 p.m. for anyone interested in applying for programs with openings remaining for the...
Education notes
Vinemont’s Lily Whitesell graduates from Rhodes College
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Lily Whitesell of Vinemont, Alabama, has graduated from Rhodes College with a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics.
The 175th Commencement Exercises of Rhodes College took place on campus May 11, 2024. The college conferred...
Cullman County CASA volunteers needed
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is in need of volunteers to assist with local youth involved with DHR or Family and Safety Plans or who are otherwise involved in the court system.
Candace Lingo, one of Cullman County CASA’s case...
Keeping outdoor pets safe during extreme heat
CULLMAN, Ala. - Summer is in full swing and the temps are climbing daily. While many people may be retreating indoors to beat the heat with central air conditioning or hitting one of the many recreational water play spots around town to cool off,...
CCBOE recognizes Cold Springs High School track teams
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 13, the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) recognized the Cold Springs Eagles indoor and outdoor track teams for winning State Championships this year.
“This is probably the most decorated group of young people...
Jones Chapel VFD to receive drinking water from Anheuser-Busch program
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department recently received confirmation that Anheuser-Busch will be sending a large quantity of drinking water to the unit as early as next week through a grant program.
Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department Chief Clint Thrasher said...
Obituary: Dorothy G. Clayborn
Funeral services for Dorothy G. Clayborn, 83, of Hanceville will be 11 a.m. Monday, June 17th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. Visitation for the public will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, June...
Obituary: Harold Jessie Hays Jr.
Funeral services for Harold Jessie Hays Jr., a proud veteran of the United States Army, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Mt. Zion Nazarene Cemetery in Blount County. Reverend Paul Rivers...
Fairview council talks new park, invites community input
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Tuesday, June 11, discussed the creation of a new park.
The council heard from representatives of CDG Engineering who proposed their services to help create a master plan to include assisting the Town with grants and creating...
What are tax abatements, and are Cullman residents losing money on them?
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the recent news of a new business coming to Cullman, and that business receiving a tax abatement as an incentive to locate here, questions have again arisen about what these abatements do, why they are offered and what they cost...
Annual City vs. County Blood Drive set for June 21
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual City vs. County Blood Drive will be held on Friday, June 21, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
To donate for the City of Cullman team, visit the bloodmobiles at Dick’s Sporting Goods or the north Walmart North. To support the Cullman...
Obituary: Sherrell “Moochie” Leon Barnett
Funeral services for Sherrell “Moochie” Leon Barnett, 66, of Crane Hill, Alabama will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 15th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Brad Philbeck will be officiating the service. The burial will follow the service at Duck River Cemetery with Reverend...
Obituary: William “Bill” A. Mann
Hanceville Funeral Home would like to announce the passing of William “Bill” Mann, 78, of Hanceville, Alabama.
Mr. Mann was born on September 8, 1945, to the late Roy A. Mann and Emma Goellar-Mann. He passed away on June 11, 2024, at Hanceville Nursing and...
Obituary: Margie Ann Gerstman
Margie Ann Gerstman of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on June 13, 2024, at the age of 77.
Margie is preceded in death by her husband Melvin Julian Gerstman, father Bonnie Lee Hendrix, mother Betty Mae Hendrix, brothers Ray Hendrix and Dewayne Hendrix, sister Annette...
Obituary: Thomas E. “Tommy” Warhurst
Thomas Edward “Tommy” Warhurst, 74 of Cullman, passed away Monday evening June 10, 2024.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Tommy was born on January 18, 1950, in Colbert County and also lived and worked in Blount and Cullman counties. He is a...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 14, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
June 13
forgery-3rd degree; theft of property-1st degree; person; forged...
