Explore big rigs and more at ‘Touch a Truck’ event May 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative is set to host its annual Touch a Truck event on Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds. This free event offers a unique opportunity for community members of all ages to explore...
(Update) 1 dead after Sunday morning shooting in Bremen
BREMEN, Ala. - A Cleveland, Alabama, man is dead, having succumbed to injuries sustained in a shooting Sunday morning, April 28, in Bremen. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as Walter Eugene Robinson, 46.
Kilpatrick said Robinson died at area hospital from injuries...
FAITH: Elements Health & Wellness Spa dedicates business to Christ
The owner of Elements Health & Wellness Spa said she felt a calling to publicly dedicate her business to Jesus Christ – so she did just that.
On Wednesday, April 24, Melissa Oblawski said she has felt a heaviness in her spirit and relationship with...
Hanceville City Council updates community on pool
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, April 25, the Hanceville City Council updated the community on the community pool, the future of which was uncertain mere months ago. The council also set a planning commission meeting to consider rezoning the...
Obituary: Ricky Smith
Ricky Smith was born in Cullman on July 21, 1948 to Crawford and Vada Smith.
Ricky loved the Lord with his whole heart. He was a dedicated member of Living Faith Baptist Church for many years and was always quick to have a conversation about...
Obituary: Susan Jordan
Memorial Service for Susan Jordan, age 62 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Renovation Church of God with Dwayne Harbison officiating. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Jordan passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024 at...
Suspect sought following Saturday pursuit
(7:25 p.m.) UPDATE: Cody Brown is in custody
CULLMAN, Ala. - Earlier today, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop in the East Point area. The driver, identified as Cody Weston Brown, 32, of Crane Hill, stopped and immediately fled the area on foot, according...
Mark your calendars: 51st Arley Day Festival coming May 18
ARLEY, Ala. - For over 50 years, the annual Arley Day Festival Parade and Car Show has been held at Hamner Park in Arley, Alabama. The festival is hosted by the Arley Women’s Club (AWC) as a celebration of the town of Arley, the...
Low-cost spay/neuter certificates available
CULLMAN, Ala. – Arab-based nonprofit God’s Feral Felines, focused on reducing cat overpopulation, has been awarded a $2,500 grant by national nonprofit Petco Love. This investment supports the organization's efforts in Marshall and Cullman counties to offer spay and neuter services at reduced costs.
Petco...
Tornado and severe weather preparedness tips from Cullman County EMA
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County is no stranger to severe weather and dangerous storms. Everyone remembers the tornadoes of 2011 that ripped portions of the scenery to shreds; likewise, a hail storm in 2018 left the area with millions of dollars of in damage. Unpredictable weather and springtime...
Cullman Civitan Club returns
CULLMAN, Ala. - For years, the Cullman Civitan Club worked throughout the Cullman community, providing service, support and help to those in need. After a dwindling membership roster forced the club to relinquish its charter, the Cullman Civitan Club is, once again, in full operation.
On Thursday, April 25, the...
Cullman City Council passes zoning amendment to govern vape shop locations and signage
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, April 22, approved an amendment to the City’s zoning ordinance to govern the location and signage of vape retailers. The ordinance limits the locations where new shops can be built, while allowing already established shops...
Cullman man arrested following Berlin shooting incident
Updated April 27, 2024, at 1:46 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office said a Cullman man has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault and firing into an occupied vehicle following an incident that happened in the Berlin community Friday, April 26....
‘Golden Apples’
CULLMAN, Ala. - At Cullman City Primary School (CCPS), the pursuit of excellence is not just a goal, but a serious commitment. Under the guidance of Principal Elizabeth Shaddix, the dedicated faculty and staff work to instill in students the belief that striving to...
Obituary: Coleman Leo Powell
Coleman Leo Powell, age 85 of Addison, Alabama, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024 at his residence.
He was born on March 31, 1939 to Noah Powell and Gearldean Pratt. Coleman was a lifelong farmer; he raised cattle and chickens. He loved to work and...
Obituary: Lester Frank Allbright
Funeral mass for Lester Frank Allbright, age 83 of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Sacred Heart Church with Father Patrick Egan, OSB and Father John O'Donnell, OSB officiating. Visitation will be from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m....
Obituary: Joann Schultz
Joann Schultz, age 72, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Joann was born in Cullman, Alabama on January 27, 1952 to J.B. and Ora Christine Sellers McBrayer. She is preceded in death by her husband: Henry Wallace Schultz, parents, 1...
Obituary: Carson Robert Young
Graveside service for Carson Robert Young, age 77, of Cullman, is Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 1 p.m., at Flint Creek Cemetery, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be held at Cullman Funeral Home chapel from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. prior to...
Obituary: Jimmy Ray Brock Compton
Jimmy Ray Brock Compton, age 63 of Cullman, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Cullman Regional. He was born, June 23, 1960 to J.D. Brock and Betty Nell Compton. He was preceded in death by his father, J.D. Brock; the father that raised...
Obituary: Bobby Ray Hart Sr.
Funeral Service for Bobby Ray Hart, Sr., age 76 of Falkville, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Brian Murphy officiating; burial at Bell Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. on...
Obituary: Mac Pullium
Mac Pullium, a beloved son, brother, father, and friend, left this world on April 21, 2024, at the age of 34. His unexpected departure has left a profound void in the lives of all who knew him.
Mac brought joy and laughter wherever he went....
Obituary: Roland C. Quick
Roland Cecil Quick, 79, of Hanceville, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
Funeral services for Roland C. Quick will be held at noon on Friday, April 26, 2024 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Cullman, Alabama. Visitation will be from...
Pilot Club hosts Pink Petals & Pearls Fashion Show
CULLMAN, Ala. - Pink, petals and pearls were all the rage Wednesday, April 24, at the Venue at Cotton Creek. The Pilot Club of Cullman, with the support of the community, hosted its 29th Annual fashion show and luncheon, this year dubbed the Pink...
Dodge City MX Park hosting ‘Biggest Allstar Showdown in the South’ April 27-28
BREMEN, Ala. - Dodge City Motocross is gearing up for the "Biggest Allstar Showdown in the South," an AMA-sanctioned motocross event set to take place April 27-28 at the Dodge City MX Park, located at 10070 Alabama Highway 69 S in Bremen. The event...
FAITH: Temple Baptist Church hosting ‘Ring of Fire Around You’ Women’s Conference April 27
Temple Baptist Church is set to host the “Ring of Fire Around You” Women's Conference on Saturday, April 27, from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Organized by Standing in the Gap ministries, the conference aims to address critical issues affecting women today, including domestic violence, generational legacies...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 25, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 25, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 22
lewd act in public; resisting arrest; CR 437
criminal mischief; Schaeffel Rd.
domestic violence; CR 1859
theft...
Cullman City Council announces Teacher Appreciation Week
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, April 22, issued a proclamation naming May 6-10, 2024, as Teacher Appreciation Week in the city, joining the upcoming national observance. Mayor Woody Jacobs delivered the proclamation to Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, who...
CSHS senior Clayton Gary wins FCCLA sponsorship to Japan
CULLMAN, Ala. - One Cold Springs High School senior will get to take the journey of his life this summer in Japan. Clayton Gary was awarded the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Japanese Exchange Program Sponsorship. Gary is a very talented...
Winners named in 2024 FCCLA County Poultry Cook-Off
CULLMAN, Ala. - On April 18, 2024, various county school students met at the Alabama Farm Credit headquarters in Cullman for the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) County Poultry Cook-off. The event was sponsored by the Farmers Federations, Poultry and Egg Association and Alabama Farm Credit. The poultry cook-off had two categories:...
CCBOE recognizes biliterate students
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled meeting in April, the Cullman County Board of Education, along with Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette, recognized students for achieving the Alabama Seal of Biliteracy.
The board said the students have shown exceptional knowledge and proficiency in both English...
Obituary: Gracie Jones
Graveside services for Gracie Jones, 82, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Thursday April 25, 2024 at Welti Cemetery.
Mrs. Jones was born November 10, 1941 in Cullman, Alabama to Arbell and Maggie (Thomas) Hooper. She passed away April 23, 2024 at her residence...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 24, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 24, 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
April 22
unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person; Dripping Springs...
CPD hosts community cookout
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department hosted over 100 attendees at its community cookout Saturday at the Cullman Housing Authority.
CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said they truly enjoyed bringing the event back and plan to host it again, annually, but rotate locations.
“We...
Walker County inmate dies in custody
JASPER, Ala. – An inmate at the Walker County Jail died while in custody on Friday, April 19.
At the request of the Walker County Sheriff’s Office, Special Agents with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) launched an investigation into...
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...
WWII veteran coming home to Moulton after nearly 80 years
MOULTON, Ala. - A family in Moulton is finally receiving the closure they have been awaiting for almost eight decades.
The Battle of Hurtgen Forest was fought from September 1944 to February 1945 between American and German forces in the wake of Normandy. On Dec....
Cullman County EMA rolling out new mass notification system April 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, April 24, the Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will roll out its new mass notification system: Everbridge Mass Notification.
During the January 2024 ice storms, the current alert system experienced small glitches, prompting EMA Director Tim Sartin to begin researching to...
FL man arrested on child porn charges in Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A Florida man was arrested on 20 counts of child pornography-related charges on Wednesday, April 17.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a call concerning a possible sex offender in the Good Hope area. Joseph Dale Cooper, 47, of Orlando was...
Obituary: Robert Ed “Beau” LaRue Jr.
Robert Ed “Beau” LaRue Jr., 63, of Blountsville, passed away at home on the morning of Sunday, April 21, 2024, after a long battle with malignant brain tumors. Beau is survived by his devoted wife of 38 years, Lynda O. LaRue; his two children,...
‘I can’t think of a better event to show that the community cares about them’: Hilinski’s Hope speaks to Cullman County students
CULLMAN, Ala. – Over 1,700 Cullman County students made their way to Temple Baptist Church Tuesday for a special presentation on mental health from Hilinski’s Hope Foundation. Hilinski’s Hope Foundation is a non-profit organization formed to promote awareness and education of mental health and...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 23, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 23, 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
April 17
forgery-3rd degree; theft of property-3rd degree; Scheer Properties,...
40th annual Bloomin’ Festival: ‘Truly unforgettable experience’
CULLMAN, Ala. - More than 180 vendors lined the pathways of the St. Bernard campus for the 40th annual Bloomin’ Festival Saturday and Sunday, April 20-21, for what organizers called a “truly unforgettable experience.” Displays of artwork, handmade crafts, beauty and skincare products and...
Good Hope City Council recognizes state champions
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council hosted its second April council meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and the lion’s share of the meeting was spent recognizing several local state champions. Good Hope High School archer Mason McCury was...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cold Springs earns wins over Addison, Dora; Monday scoring recap
Cold Springs 9 - Addison 6
Brooklyn Ingram hit a one-out single and later scored on an RBI single by Adriana Young to give the Lady Eagles the early lead in the first. Later that inning, Peyton Kennedy hit an RBI single to make it...
Obituary: Mark Edwards Whitten
A graveside memorial service for Mr. Whitten will be Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Cullman City Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Whitten passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at his residence. He was born Wednesday, October...
Obituary: Mateo De Feria Gomez
Mateo De Feria Gomez, age 58 of Hanceville, AL, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the University of Alabama Hospital. He was born Tuesday, September 21, 1965 in Mexico. He was preceded in death by his father, Roberto Gomez De Feria. Survivors include his...
Obituary: Shirley Ann McClendon
McClendon, Shirley Williams age 87 of Coden, AL. formerly of Birmingham and Cullman; died Saturday, April 20, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Wayne McClendon; parents: Seth Owen Williams and Louise Looney Williams; and her great grandson, Jeremy Brock Fisher.
Shirley is...
Obituary: Troy Fritzgerald Allison, Sr.
Troy Fritzgerald Allison, Sr., 60, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed away on April 19, 2024. Mr. Allison was born in Flint, Michigan, to Gordon Allison, Sr., and Barbara McDaniel Allison on February 28, 1964.
Troy grew up in Flint but moved to Alabama as a young...
Obituary: Peggy Marie Laseter
Funeral Service for Peggy Marie Laseter, age 94 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 29, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Robert Lancaster officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. on Monday, April...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 22, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 18
obstructing government operations; CR 1273
domestic violence; Hwy. 69S
theft of property; CR 1136
domestic violence; CR...
Cullman’s Alan Crisologo elected to University of Alabama SGA
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama recently swore in the new 2024 Student Government Association members.
The following students were elected to either the Executive Council or as senators for their respective schools or colleges:
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
President - Samad Gillani
Executive Secretary - Jensyn Seay
Executive Vice...
Cullman’s Mattilen Nelson named 2024-2025 Jax State Nursing Ambassador
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Mattilen Nelson of Cullman has been named a 2024-2025 Jax State Nursing Ambassador.
Jax State Nursing Ambassadors are a select group of upper division nursing students chosen for their commitment to service, leadership, and dedication to the program. These students serve as...
Inaugural Miss Mud Creek Pageant taking place April 27
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Miss Mud Creek Pageant will be making its inaugural debut on Saturday, April 27, at the Hanceville Lion's Club,111 Michelle St. NW, starting at 10 a.m. with the baby group. There will be a $40 entry fee for contestants.
Organized by...
Wallace State’s Suzanne Harbin selected for Aspen Institute’s Rising Presidents Fellowship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) announced recently that Suzanne Harbin, vice president of advancement and innovation at Wallace State Community College, is one of 40 leaders selected for the 2024-25 Aspen Rising Presidents Fellowship. Applying lessons from over a...
Obituary: Janice Faye Crook
Janice Faye Crook, age 69, of Bremen
Funeral services for Janice Faye Crook, 69, of Bremen, Alabama will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, April 22 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Corinth Church of Christ Cemetery in Bremen. The...
Obituary: William “W.C.” Carl Peinhardt
William Carl ‘W.C.’ Peinhardt passed away on April 20, 2024. He was 97 years old.
A true son of Cullman County, he was born in Cullman. After her husband’s death, Hattie bought land to farm in Johnson’s Crossing near her own family’s farm and built a house...
Urgent need for clothing at Hanceville Elementary
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Elementary School is reaching out to the community for assistance to replenish its emergency clothing closet. The school has a longstanding program designed to support students who may lack essential items such as properly fitting shoes or appropriate clothing. Given...
Cullman County Museum offering free admission April 20, 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Museum’s April Walking Tours are going strong each Saturday, and will wrap up April 20 and April 27. On these days, admission to the museum is free.
“Every Saturday in April the museum participates in the Alabama Tourism Department's historic...
Commission recognizes Animal Control Officer Jarrett, approves indigent burial process
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its meeting on April 18, the Cullman County Commission recognized Cullman County Animal Control Officer Johnny Jarrett for his advancement in education; Jarrett completed a Code 3 course from Colorado State University and is now a Certified Animal Cruelty Investigator.
“Johnny, thank...
Cullman County engineer gives update on CR 222
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Cullman County Commission’s monthly meeting on April 18, Cullman County Engineer Phillip Widner gave an update to the commissioners on the progress of the repairs to County Road 222, where a large sinkhole was discovered in late January. The damaged roadway is located near Interstate 65...
WSCC: ‘Spring Under the Stars’ concert set for April 25
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts Programs will host the fourth annual Spring Under the Stars concert on Thursday, April 25, at 6:30 p.m. in front of the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
Spring Under the Stars...
Cullman Regional Foundation Gala to honor Bergquist, Stidham, McAfee
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Cullman Regional Foundation Gala will take place on Saturday, April 27, at 5:30 p.m. at Loft 212. Gala XXIII’s theme is Santorini Soiree. The evening will feature a lovely dinner and a special program along with a silent and...
Cotton Pickin’ Pottery Co.: Keeping traditions alive
WEST POINT, Ala. - A trio of potters are preparing to take the 2024 festival and craft season by storm, impressing crowds with their handmade pieces, decorated and glazed to perfection in hues of browns, grays, greens and blues. Cotton Pickin’ Pottery Co. has...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Vinemont drops round 1 matchup at Gordo
GORDO, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles traveled to Gordo for a round one playoff matchup Friday night but after dropping game one to the Greenwave 11-1, Vinemont fell in game two 8-2 to finish a strong season 17-8.
Gordo 11 – Vinemont 1 (Game One)
After...
Obituary: Shelba “Mickie” Hogeland Fendley
Shelba passed from this life at her residence early morning on April 18, 2024, with loving family members in attendance.
Those passing before her included her parents, Herman and Ethel McClendon Hogeland, and son, Richard Louie Fendley.
She is survived by her husband of...
Obituary: Rhyan RNell Hall
Memorial services for Rhyan Hall, 29, of Hanceville will be Tuesday, April 23rd at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.
Mr. Hall was born October 5, 1994 in Jefferson County, Alabama. He passed away April 19, 2024 in Cullman County, Alabama. He attended Pickens County High School in...
Man dies following tree removal accident
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local man died following a tree removal accident at a jobsite in the Bethsadia community on Tuesday, April 16.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as Phillips Pullium, 34, of Cullman, and said Pullium was struck by a limb.
Kilpatrick...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 19, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 19, 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
April 17
criminal mischief-3rd degree; Coca-Cola Bottling Co.; damaged machine;...
Obituary: Maurnese “Neicie” Garmon Campbell
Funeral Service for Maurnese "Neicie" Campbell, age 86 of Crane Hill, will be at 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Bethany Baptist Church with Brandon Harbison officiating; burial at Bethany Baptist Cemetery.
Mrs. Campbell passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at UAB Palliative...
Obituary: James “Jimmy” Hugo Sterling
Funeral Service for James "Jimmy" Hugo Sterling, age 55 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Tim Aris officiating, burial at Bethlehem West Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m....
BBB of North Alabama hosting Cullman Shred Day May 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - Better Business Bureau of North Alabama has partnered with AARP Alabama to host Cullman Shred Day on Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m.-noon at the King Edward Plaza Shopping Center, 1731 Second Ave. SW. This event will give area residents the...
Cullman’s Wildflower Garden: A hidden utopia
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tucked away in the wooded area of Sportsman Lake Park is the Wildflower Garden, a beautiful collection of natural and native flora, open for the public to study, observe and enjoy. The entirety of the park is considered to be an...
Pet of the week: Here’s your chance, Fancy
CULLMAN, Ala. - This week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is Fancy. This sweet girl is approximately 2 years old with a rich, red, short coat. Fancy’s life hasn’t always been easy; a small hitch in her giddy-up keeps her a little slower...
Everything you need to know about Relay for Life, set for April 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman's Relay for Life event, one of the many pivotal fundraisers for the American Cancer Society, is set to bring the community together once again on Saturday, April 27, from 5-10 p.m. at Depot Park. This year marks the 30th anniversary...
Obituary: Debra Hagemore
Debra Hagemore, 76, of Hanceville passed away April 18, 2024 in Hanceville, Alabama. Mrs. Hagemore was born May 7, 1947 to Walt and Lollie Wilbanks.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 45 years, Joe Hagemore; and her brother, Terry Wilbanks.
Mrs. Hagemore is...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 18, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 18, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 15
possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 747
domestic violence; CR 425
domestic violence;...
Wallace State names student and teacher of the year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College is proud to announce that Vianney Verdin Maldonado was named Student of the Year and Jackie Donaldson was named Teacher of the Year recently at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s State of Education luncheon held on...
CATA students erect outdoor classroom at Sportsman Lake Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - A few Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) students have spent the last handful of weeks constructing a new outdoor classroom area near the Wildflower Garden at Sportsman Lake Park.
The halfway-finished platform will be around a 16 feet by 20 feet of...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 17, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 17, 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
April 15
retail theft of property-3rd degree; criminal trespass-3rd degree;...
Cullman Family Expo a roaring success
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, April 13, the Cullman Family Expo, organized by the Cullman County Child Development Center parent-teacher organization (PTO), delivered a spectacular event aimed at supporting local families and raising funds for children with disabilities who attend the CDC. With a...
Chamber hosts annual State of Education luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2024 State of Education luncheon on April 12, featuring Wallace State Community College President Dr. Vicki Karolewics, Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff and Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette.
“This luncheon is...
Obituary: Barbara Jean (Hunt) Sandlin
Barbara Jean Hunt Sandlin, age 88, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024.
Barbara loved all animals. She Loved feeding birds and she loved Hummingbirds and gardening.
Barbara is survived by her daughter Jean Lewis(Carl); her brothers Jessie Burgess, Bobby Burgess, Jerry Burgess(Angie),...
Curt’s Closet opens 2nd warehouse for growing programs
CULLMAN, Ala. – Curt’s Closet, established by Ashley Wilson in 2018 to honor the memory of her son Curt Wilson, has grown by leaps and bounds in six years. From a small, repurposed church building on St. Joseph Street, the youth clothing ministry relocated...
Obituary: Emma Jean Clopton
Funeral services for Emma Clopton, 85, of Colony will be 12 p.m. Saturday, April 20th at Pleasant Grove Methodist Church. Mrs. Clopton will lie-in-repose at the church on Saturday from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. Burial will follow the service at Colony Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation...
Obituary: Charles Rickey Robinson
Charles Rickey Robinson, of Holly Pond, Alabama, entered into the presence of our Lord on Tuesday morning, April 16, 2024, at the age of 79. Mr. Robinson was born in Muskogee County, Georgia, on August 15, 1944, to the late Otis Lee and Louis...
Obituary: Sidney Christian Benson
Sidney Christian Benson, age 23 of Ardmore, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024. He was born, April 19, 2000 in Huntsville, AL to Sidney Charles Benson and Laurel Ann Pope Schiffman. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sidney was sweet, kind, and...
Dinner on First returning May 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hosted by the Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Foundation, Dinner on First is an elegant affair held each year along First Avenue in downtown Cullman’s Warehouse District. This year’s event will take place Saturday, May 18.
Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 16, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 16, 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
April 11
retail theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise;...
Founding families receive IMPACT award
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School held its largest annual fundraiser on Saturday, April 13, at the Cotton Creek Warehouse: the Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction. It was a night to celebrate both the school’s seven decades of serving the families...
Drake crowned Miss Alabama Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School’s Siddalee Drake was crowned Miss Alabama Strawberry Festival at the Alabama Strawberry Festival Pageant on Saturday, April 13, at the Desperation Church Student Center across from Depot Park. The annual pageant is a showcase of the area’s sweetest...
Jacobs proclaims Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs recently proclaimed the week of April 14-20, 2024, Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in the city of Cullman in conjunction with National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, which is observed annually during the second week in April. This week,...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 15, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 15, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 11
assault; CR 1482
domestic violence; CR 1528
assault; CR 1269
assault; Patton Dr.
obstructing government operations; domestic violence;...
McCaleb crowned Grand Champion at Governor’s One-Shot Turkey Hunt
Despite some challenging weather conditions, the Alabama Governor’s One-Shot Turkey Hunt last week was another resounding success with numerous hunters from across the nation bagging an Alabama bird.
“We had hot and humid weather to start and then a line of thunderstorms came through,” said...
Cullman High School Performing Arts to present ‘Grease’ April 18-20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Performing Arts is set to stage its production of “Grease: School Version”based on the beloved musical that has captivated audiences for decades. Performances are scheduled for Thursday and Friday, April 18-19, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 20,...
Annual WSCC Big Band Dance set for April 19
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Jazz Band will present its annual Big Band Dance on Friday, April 19.
“The Big Band Dance has become a tradition for some over the years,” said Ricky Burks, chair of the Wallace Fine and Performing Arts program and...
CCSO arrest roundup
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrest roundup:
April 3
Deputies arrested William Bennett Clark, 67, of Hanceville, on multiple outstanding warrants stemming from multiple incidents that occurred over the past several years.
Clark is charged with second-degree stalking (warrant), public lewdness (warrant), trespassing (warrant) and trespassing (FTA).
April 4
Deputies attempted...
Vinemont Councilwoman Charlotte Cosper resigns
VINEMONT, Ala- The South Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 9. It was announced that Councilwoman Charlotte Cosper resigned, effective immediately, with a drafted letter of resignation given to Mayor Radginal Dodson prior to the meeting. A recent...
Council honors Cherri Drake for 28 years of Planning Commission service
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, April 8, presented a certificate of commendation to Cherri Drake, thanking her for 28 years of service on the City of Cullman Planning Commission. Drake served from 1996-2024.
Mayor Woody Jacobs said, “She’s been a guiding...
Cullman Caring for Kids plant sale raises over $1K
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring For Kids hosted a fundraising plant sale that was planned for Friday and Saturday, but sold out early Friday afternoon, raising just over $1,000.
Senior Director Javon Daniel said the nonprofit received a donation of around 100 plants from a...
PREP BASEBALL: Arteaga walks it off in the 9th to secure 4-3 win over Good Hope, playoff berth for Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After dropping game one at Good Hope 11-2 Friday, the Bulldogs bounced back Saturday with a walk-off win over the Raiders Saturday, securing a postseason berth. After a scoreless eighth inning, Nelson Arteaga ended things for the Bulldogs with an RBI...
