Inaugural Hanceville PR Rodeo Queen Pageant June 29
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The inaugural Hanceville PR Rodeo Queen Pageant is scheduled for June 29, coinciding with the H.P.R Pro Rodeo.
The pageant, which closed its entry on June 8, has attracted contestants across five age divisions: Petite Miss (ages 6-8), Little Miss (ages 9-11),...
Seniors, BBQ and fireworks, OH MY! Vinemont council discusses upcoming events
VINEMONT, Ala. - So far, the month of June has been busy for the members of the Vinemont Town Council. Ross Campbell was sworn in to Place 3, Sonya Copeland resigned from Place 5, and the coming months have more in store for the...
Burch returning to Wallace State as head softball coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community has hired former Wallace State softball player and assistant coach Sallie Beth Burch to lead the Lions softball team, President Dr. Vicki Karolewics announced today.
“We are excited to welcome Sallie Beth Burch back to Wallace State, where she...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 13, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 10
menacing; CR 1605
theft of property; CR 1420
theft of property; CR 209
domestic violence; CR 223
domestic...
South Walmart to hold Children’s Miracle Network Benefit Car Show June 15
CULLMAN, Ala- For the fourth year in a row, the South Cullman Walmart is hosting classic, vintage, muscle and just plain cool cars on Saturday, June 15, at its Children’s Miracle Network Benefit Car Show. With a $20 entry fee for car show participants,...
Ross Campbell takes seat on Vinemont Town Council
VINEMONT, Ala. – Newly appointed Vinemont Town Councilman Ross Campbell was official sworn in at the council’s meeting on Tuesday, June 11. Campbell took Place 3, which was vacated by Charlotte Cosper in April.
Campbell was appointed to the seat after a vote on Monday,...
Sonya Copeland resigns from Vinemont Town Council, Place 5
Updated June 14 at 4:51 p.m.
VINEMONT, Ala. - At the end of June 11’s Vinemont Town Council Meeting, Mayor Radginal Dodson addressed the public before seeking a motion to dismiss.
“I have an announcement I have to make, not one I particularly like to do,...
West Point Scholars Bowl finishes record season strong in 3rd place at national tournament
WASHINGTON, D.C. – West Point High School’s Scholars Bowl team, a perennial powerhouse, just capped off a one-for-the-history-books season with a third-place finish at the Partnership for Academic Competition Excellence (PACE) National Tournament in Washington, D.C.
Coach Lee Henry shared his team’s season highlights:
Cullman County...
Obituary: Tonya Lee Thomas
Funeral services for Tonya Lee Thomas, 64, of Hanceville will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 14th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation for Mrs. Thomas will be from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Jim Deason will be officiating services....
Obituary: Joan Gourley Martin
Joan Gourley Martin, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday morning, June 11, 2024, at the age of 87. Ms. Martin was born in Dyer, Tennessee, on December 8, 1936, to the late Tom and Eva Marcella Spain Gourley.
Ms. Martin is preceded in death...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 12, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 12, 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
June 11
theft of property-3rd degree; Monograms Plus; general merchandise;...
Vinemont’s Henry and Roe Wood Park gets a facelift
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont’s Henry and Roe Wood Park is nestled between the middle and high schools. For years, students and children have spent hours on the beloved playground, leaving the play spot a little worse for wear.
On Saturday, June 8, with the help...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 11, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 11, 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 10
unlawful breaking and entering a motor vehicle; criminal...
Summer meals served at Cullman County Schools
WEST POINT, Ala. - Cullman County Schools kicked off this year’s Summer Feeding Program on Monday, June 10.
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette said, “We are excited to be able to offer this opportunity to our students and community.”
Beginning at 8 a.m....
Good Hope City Council approves ordinance for subdivision rules & regulations
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first June meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved an ordinance to adopt rules and regulations in place for subdivisions that coincide with the current standards set by the county.
Section 1...
2nd Fridays returning June 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - The city of Cullman was recently ranked No. 3 on USA Today’s 10Best list of Best Small Town Cultural Scene for 2024, thanks in part to the numerous events that happen downtown. 2nd Fridays is one of those events. The popular...
Summer meals served at Cullman County Schools
WEST POINT, Ala. - Cullman County Schools kicked off this year’s Summer Feeding Program on Monday, June 10.
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette said, “We are excited to be able to offer this opportunity to our students and community.”
Beginning at 8 a.m....
Obituary: Randy Self
A celebration of life service for Randy Self will be on Wednesday, June 12th at 12 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow the service at Shelton Grove Cemetery in Hanceville. The family will welcome the public for visitation on Tuesday,...
Obituary: Vicki Lynn Smith
A Celebration of Life for Vicki Lynn Smith, age 63, of Cullman, will be Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Desperation Church, with Pastor Andy Heis officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. and interment...
Obituary: Andrea Michele Stephens
Andrea Michele Stephens, age 45, of Vinemont, passed from this life on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Andrea was born on December 31, 1978, to...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 10, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 6
possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 278W
domestic violence; CR 223
forgery; Beech...
Obituary: Allen S. Hall, Sr.
Funeral service for Allen Shearer Hall, Sr., age 91, of Bremen, will be Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 12 p.m. at Ryan’s Creek Baptist Church in Bremen, with Bro. Johnny Freeman and Bro. Grant Dykes officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from...
Protect yourself from tick bites – and what to do if you’re bitten
A clever and effective public service message I recently saw advises “don’t get ticked” when outdoors, and with good reason. Tick-borne diseases and illnesses have been on the rise nationally and in Alabama, and several tick species found in the state carry illness-causing bacteria.Alabama...
Obituary: Bobby Dewayne Calvert
Hanceville Funeral Home announces the passing of Bobby Dewayne Calvert.
Mr. Calvert was born on May 10, 1967, in Cullman and passed away at his residence on June 8, 2024, at the age of 57 in Cullman. There will be a visitation at Hanceville...
Alabama selected for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid Demonstration Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala.– Alabama is one of 10 states selected for the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid Demonstration Program by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in partnership with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Thanks to...
COLUMN: Weather – or not
“Hey Google! What’s the weather forecast for today?” Those are my waking words each and every morning. And during the course of the day, it’s a sure bet that one of us in our household will ask Google the same question again, just in...
ACES: Operation Grow for Military Veterans
Operation Grow, in partnership with the Alabama Department of AG and Industries, provides special emphasis on the training needs of military veterans interested in agriculture for health and employment benefits. Alabama Beginning Farmer is led by the Alabama Extension commercial horticulture team. Overall, Operation...
3Sixty Jeep Club to hold car show at Hanceville Nursing & Rehab
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 3Sixty Jeep Club is bringing a special Father’s Day delivery to the residents of Hanceville Nursing & Rehab. At 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 15, jeepers will roll up to the facility in style, and put their jacked up Jeeps...
Files from yesteryear: 1930, 1936
From the files of 1930
Miss Eunice Butler has recently graduated from Alverson Business College in Birmingham.
Mrs. John Luyben and Mrs. F. Mallery were joint hostesses on Thursday at a Valentine party for the Michigan Card Club.
Mrs. Alvie Biggers, Mrs. Ewing Wallace, Mrs. Harry Schlosser...
Jordan-Hare Stadium north end zone videoboard expansion approved by Auburn Board of Trustees
AUBURN, Ala. — The Auburn University Board of Trustees has given final approval for the addition of a new state-of-the-art videoboard in the north end zone of Jordan-Hare Stadium. The vote and approval came at Friday's Board of Trustees meetings at The Hotel at Auburn...
Education notes
Troy University announces Spring/Term 4 graduates
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to recognize students who completed the requirements for graduation during the Spring Semester and Term 4 of the 2023-2024 academic year.
Local students who graduated include:
Hannah Dempster of Cullman
Lauren Evans of Cullman,
Sarah Laney...
Tucker, Bagwell named Cullman County Schools Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year.
May Staff Member of the Month: Mack Tucker, bus driver, West Point
Mack Tucker is a school bus driver at West Point. He is retiring this...
Obituary: Ronald “Ron” Marce Huffman
Ronald "Ron" Marce Huffman, age 76, of Cullman
Ronald "Ron" Marce Huffman, a devoted follower of Christ, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on the morning of May 30 at the age of 76.
Ronald was born August 18, 1947, in...
Obituary: Billy Ray Nunnelley
Billy Ray Nunnelley age 70 of Cullman
Billy Ray Nunnelley age 70 of Cullman, Alabama passed away June 6, 2024.
There will be a visitation held in the moss funeral home chapel on June 10, 2024 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. with a graveside service to follow...
Library kicks off Summer Reading Program with over 200 guests
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) hosted a community kick-off event for its Summer Reading Program on Wednesday. The library transformed into a place of adventure with campfires, papier-mâché vines and a small pond stocked with...
Academy Sports + Outdoors coming to south shopping center?
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman continues to grow – with new housing developments, retail expansions and in this case, a new retail development in the form of Academy Sports + Outdoors.
In a press release from on March 26, 2024, Academy Sports + Outdoors outlined and...
Plans for Alabama Basketball Training & Player Development Facility expansion and renovation announced
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama Athletics has formally proposed a Coleman Coliseum Basketball Training & Player Development Facility Expansion and Renovation, which is pending approval from the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees. The Board's Physical Properties Committee today recommended Stage I and II approval.
The...
Baileyton Town Council recognizes Parkside School achievement
BAILEYTON, Ala. – At its monthly meeting on Monday, June 3, the Baileyton Town Council welcomed Parkside Principal Caleb Elrod, who expressed his appreciation for the council’s role in the school being named the 2023 CLAS Banner School last month.
Council for Leaders in Alabama...
Obituary: Timothy Gilmore
Timothy Gilmore, 64, of Cullman
Funeral services for Timothy Gilmore, 64, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Saturday June 8, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Croft-Acton Cemetery in Birmingham, Alabama. Bro. Will Sutton will be officiating services. Visitation will be on Saturday prior...
Obituary: Mary Ellen Freeman-Jones
Mary Ellen Freeman -Jones, age 93 of Cullman
Funeral Service for Mary Ellen Freeman -Jones, age 93 of Cullman, will be at noon on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Kerry Cleghorn and Rev. Delbert Freeman officiating. Burial will be at...
Obituary: Betty Ryan Bullard
Funeral service for Betty Ryan Bullard, age 88, of Cullman, will be Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Bro. Tim Sutton and Bro. Billy Randolph officiating. Visitation will be held Saturday, June 8, 2024, from Noon -2 p.m....
Arrests and Incidents reported June 6, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 6, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 4
theft of property; CR 437
harassing communications; CR 961
June 5
reckless endangerment; CR 636
domestic violence; CR...
Vinemont Town Council appoints Ross Campbell to vacant seat
VINEMONT, Ala. —The Vinemont Town Council at a special-called meeting on Monday, June 3, heard nominations and appointed Ross Campbell to the open seat vacated by Charlotte Cosper in April.
Mayor Radginal Dodson, along with council members Chris Thompson, Nina Justice and Bonnie Goodwin, was...
Storybook Trail installs new book for 2024 Birding Trail
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park’s Storybook Trail is home to a new book installation. The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County are leaning into the recent naming of the trail on Alabama’s Birding Trail with the latest book “All the Birds...
Ashley Mercantile opening new location in Muscle Shoals
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ashley Mercantile Owners Ryne and Heather Ashley on Thursday, June 6, announced the late-summer opening of a second location, which will be in Muscle Shoals.
Along with Muscle Shoals community members, many Cullman residents joined the Ashleys for the announcement at Ashley Mercantile...
Cullman City Council names new fire chief, deputy chief
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Council on Monday voted to name Darren Peeples chief of Cullman Fire Rescue.
Councilman Brad Smith thanked all applicants, saying, “I think we did our due diligence there, and trying to just do everything best for the city of...
Hands-free law grace period ends June 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – The grace period for Alabama’s hands-free driving law, which went into effect in June 2023, will end June 15, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
According to drivesafealabama.org:
“As of June 15, 2023, it’s illegal to hold a cell phone or any...
Obituary: Betty Sue Fine White
Celebration of life service for Betty Sue Fine White, age 88, of Scottsboro, will be Sunday, June 9, 2024, at 3 p.m. with Rev. Kevin Jenkins officiating, at East Point C. P. Church 1441 U.S. Hwy. 278 E, Cullman, AL 35055.
Mrs. White passed away...
Obituary: Mary Alice Moore
A Celebration of Life service will be held privately for, Mary Alice Moore, age 84.
Mrs. Moore passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at Cullman Regional. She was born, Feb. 25, 1940, to Harold Brust and Helen Brust.
She was preceded in death by her...
Obituary: Clayton Alldredge
Clayton Alldredge, age 39, of Eva, will be at 12 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Eva Community Center Eva, AL.
Mr. Alldredge passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024. He was born Monday, Sep. 17, 1984, to Jackie Dahl Alldredge and Bonnie Kaye...
U-pick blueberries are a berry good time
Whether eaten by themselves, in a pie, smoothie or salad, blueberries bring a certain freshness and joy to summer. Not only do they brighten your plate, but they also come with the bonus of natural antioxidants and vitamins! Enjoying u-pick season is a perfect...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 5, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 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
May 30
retail theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise;...
ACES: Watch out for ticks; treat them right
Tick populations are rising in Alabama. Ticks thrive in high humidity situations. The recent hot weather and heavy rainfall the state has received is facilitating an increase in these annoying and potentially dangerous ticks. People spending more time at home in their own backyards...
Render Aid Alabama hopes to ‘normalize compassion for humanity’ with Elder Abuse Awareness Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Render Aid Alabama is on a mission to “normalize compassion for humanity” in the Cullman County area. One of the ways the organization hopes to achieve that goal is through its Elder Abuse Awareness Day event.
On June 15, from...
All the rage: Pop-up boutique shopping
CULLMAN, Ala. - Five locally owned businesses came together on Sunday to host a pop-up sale at Doug Doggett Jewelers.
Two business owners there were Savannah Nunnelley from Collier Custom Hats and Shayla Waldner from The Pink Boot Boutique.
“One of the pop-up owner’s family owns...
Obituary: Douglas “Sonny” Wade Young Sr.
Funeral services for Douglas “Sonny” Wade Young Sr. will be 3 p.m. Friday, June 7, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Hanceville...
Obituary: Judy F. Hutchinson
Judy F. Hutchinson, age 78, of Hanceville, passed from this life on Monday, June 3, 2024. A celebration of life for her will be announced at a later date. A celebration of life for Judy will be Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 2 p.m....
Obituary: Alvie “Sonny” Powell
Funeral service for Alvie “Sonny” Powell, age 82, of Scottsboro, is Friday, June 7, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Rev. Steve Rodgers and Bro. Larry Brown officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday, June 6, 2024, from 6 p.m. until...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 4, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 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
May 30 – June 2
Atchley, Michael L.; 53
FTA – possession of drug paraphernalia
FTA...
APT & NFHS Network agree to 5-year extension of AHSAA Football & Basketball Championships TV contract
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The AHSAA is pleased to announce that Alabama Public Television (APT) and the NFHS Network/Play On Sports have agreed to extend the AHSAA TV contract for the Super 7 Football Championships and State Basketball Championships through the 2028-29 school year.
The five-year...
All Steak hosting Dueling Pianos Night June 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of Cullman’s most popular date night spots is bringing the rivalry of the ivories to its halls. On June 20, from 6-8 p.m. patrons of the upscale restaurant are invited to experience the melodies of the Dueling Pianos, brought to...
Ave Maria Grotto, St. Bernard Abbey announce major restoration project
CULLMAN, Ala. – The monks and staff of St. Bernard Abbey and Ave Maria Grotto on Monday, June 3, announced a major restoration project on the grounds of Ave Maria Grotto. This effort, which will help restore and preserve 125-plus structures in the park,...
United Way of Cullman County announces relocation
CULLMAN, Ala. – United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) Executive Director Stephanie Childers, at the organization’s Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 30, at Loft 212, shared, “United Way of Cullman County is on the move! Literally!”
UWCC is currently housed at the historic train depot...
Obituary: Jina Barnett Kelly
Jina Barnett Kelly, age 64, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Jina was born in Cullman, Alabama on Oct. 6, 1959 to Lester and Lorene Sanford Barnett.
Survivors are: Son: Curtis (Tonya) Johnson of Altoona, Al., five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, Brother:...
Obituary: Lloyd Odis Scott
Lloyd Odis Scott, age 79, of Cullman, passed from this life on Monday, June 3, 2024 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. A memorial service for him will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Lloyd was born March...
Obituary: Donald Edward Massey
A Celebration of Life for Donald Edward Massey, age 76, of Vinemont, will be from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Northbrook Baptist Church with Keith Warden and Wade Maynard officiating.
Mr. Massey passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024,...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 3, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 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
May 28
retail theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise;...
BSC’s incredible run ends in dramatic fashion
EASTLAKE, OH. - The Birmingham-Southern baseball team fell 11-10 to #5 Wisconsin-Whitewater in a back-and-forth World Series elimination game on Sunday.
In a high stakes elimination game, the Panthers looked to advance to the World Series semifinal matchup with a win over Wisconsin-Whitewater on Sunday. Neither team...
JSU launching public health degree programs, addressing critical need in Alabama
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University (Jax State) is set to launch two innovative degree programs within the College of Health Professions and Wellness Department of Kinesiology in the Fall of 2024: a Bachelor of Public Health (BPH) and a Master of Public Health...
Education Notes
Crane Hill’s Jordan Moore makes Mississippi College President's List
CLINTON, Miss. - The Mississippi College Office of Academic Affairs releases the President's List after the close of fall and spring semesters each academic year. To be eligible for the President's List, a student must maintain...
WSCC Machine Tool Technology students place 2nd in Phillips Machinist Student Competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students in Wallace State Community College’s Machine Tool Technology program recently won second place in the Phillips Machinist Student Competition sponsored by Maryland-based machine tool distributor Phillips Corporation.
The competition's goal was to encourage innovation within teams of students by taking a...
Dental Arts launches community food drive in partnership with Cullman’s Little Pantry
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dental Arts has teamed up with Cullman's Little Pantry to host a community food drive aimed at combating hunger in Cullman. The drive, which runs now through the end of summer, invites residents to donate canned and non-perishable foods to support...
Get ready for summer reading!
Cullman County Public Library System kick-off event June 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library System is gearing up for an exciting start to the 2024 Summer Reading Program, “Adventure Starts at the Library.” The kick-off event is scheduled for Wednesday, June 5,...
Obituary: Lula Mae Spradlin
Funeral Service for Lula Mae Spradlin, age 80 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 3, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial at Panama Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. on Monday, June 3, 2024, at...
Morning of fishing and fellowship: Senior Citizen Fish O’ Rama set for June 6
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville’s annual Senior Citizens Fish O' Rama is set to take place on Friday, June 6, at Veterans Park in Hanceville. This annual event aims to provide a wonderful opportunity for seniors to enjoy a morning of fishing...
More than 100 WSCC student athletes named on ACCC Commissioner’s Honor Roll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- More than 100 student athletes from all 12 sports teams at Wallace State Community College were recognized by the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) for academic achievement by being named to the Commissioner’s Honor Roll for the Spring 2024 semester.
“These student-athletes...
EXCLUSIVE: ‘One of the most ambitious projects in Alabama history’
Phase 1 of Smith Lake destination resort complete
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Lewis Smith Lake, with its vast expanse of over 21,000 acres of waters, dotted with beaches and a handful of upscale waterfront restaurants, has long been a beloved summertime haven. It's no surprise...
Increase in high-speed chases: Local law enforcement officials weigh in
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local and area law enforcement have been in an increasing number of high-speed pursuits – and community members are asking why. Questions have intensified because there have been three chases in Cullman in the last few weeks, with a chase on May...
EMA launches new mass notification system
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has rolled out its new mass notification system – Everbridge Mass Notification – and is encouraging residents to sign up.
Cullman County EMA Specialist Brent McDonald said users can select severe weather and other desired...
Obituary: Lee Ann Sutherland
Lee Ann Sutherland, age 67, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents Charlotte Ann Briggs, and Bobby Glenn Sutherland, her sister Diane and her Brother Michael.
She is survived by her daughters Tammy (husband...
Obituary: Dorothy Margaret (Eck) South
Dorothy Margaret (Eck) South, age 94, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024. Dorothy was born in Ohio on August 16, 1929.
Dorothy is preceded in death by: Daughters: Susan Gossett, Kathleen Marie Quick.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday June...
Obituary: Melissa Smith Collum
Melissa Smith Collum, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on the afternoon of May 28, 2024, at the age of 54. Mrs. Collum was born in Georgia, on April 12, 1970.
Mrs. Smith and her husband, Michael, were married 34 years. Together they produced a wrestling...
Obituary: Irene Alice Zehr
Funeral Service for Irene Alice Zehr, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church with Allen Kuykendall and Daryl Ross officiating, burial at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m....
Obituary: June Claire Pate
June Claire Pate, age 82 of Logan, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Hanceville Nursing Home. She was born, June 8, 1941, in Decatur, AL to William "Jack" Pate and Eunice Pate of Decatur, AL. In the early 1970's she moved to...
Obituary: Bryon Dale McNiel
Funeral Service for Bryon Dale McNiel, age 54 of Baileyton, will be at 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Mr....
Obituary: Barry Lynn Jacobs
Funeral service for Barry Lynn Jacobs, age 64, of Cullman, is Friday, May 31, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Tim Barbee officiating. He will lie in state from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m., prior to the service. Visitation...
Obituary: Irene Morris Netherton
Funeral service for Irene Morris Netherton, age 70, of Vinemont, is Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Tim Aris officiating. She will lie in state from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m., prior to the service. Visitation...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 31, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 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
May 29
identity theft; person
theft of property-4th degree; Chevron; miscellaneous;...
WSCC Adult Education and Center for Career and Workforce Development host 2024 graduation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Adult Education Department recently hosted its 2024 graduation, recognizing students who earned their General Education Development (GED) or high school diploma during the 2023-2024 academic year. In addition, the Center for Career and Workforce Development also recognized...
United Way book drive brings in 300+ books
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) expanded its community outreach this month with its second annual book drive. Running from May 11-18 and featuring book signings by local authors, the drive was able to secure and put over 300 books into...
Wallace State promotes Crider to head cross country coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College has promoted Tony Crider to head coach of the men’s and women’s cross country teams, President Dr. Vicki Karolewics announced today.
“Tony Crider has proven himself in his role as assistant coach to the Wallace State cross country teams....
St. Bernard Prep School Honor and Merit Rolls
Semester II - 2024
St. Bernard Middle School Honor Roll
Seventh grade
Aaron Cortes-Villegas
Sipsey Drake
Silas Krische
Reise Rigsby
Caroline Sanders
Eighth grade
Norah Bissot
Ella Cron
Ella Davis
Anastasia Hazard
Avery Hines
Merry-Carmen Pichardo
Tony Ranelli
St. Bernard Middle School Merit Roll
Seventh grade
James Grey
Josie Lamote
Paul Mason
Andrew Nguyen
Sawyer Watwood
Eighth grade
Kayleigh Bryan-Marty
Eugene Byrd
Alexa Chavez
Gabriel Kibler
Analia Lajara
Johnathan McBride
Matthew Sauers
St. Bernard Preparatory...
Cheese, cheese and more cheese!
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Grilled Cheese Festival in downtown Hanceville proved to be a huge success despite the morning rains that initially threatened to keep the crowds away on Saturday, May 25. The festival saw an impressive turnout with packed streets well into...
Obituary: Mildred Ann Crawford-Marion
Funeral services for Mildred Ann Crawford-Marion, 72, of Cullman will be 2 p.m. Saturday June 1st at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Mountain Grove Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from Noon until 2 p.m. at...
NATIONAL CHAMPS! No. 1 Auburn beats Florida State 3-2 to win men’s golf title
CARLSBAD, Calif. – The job, at last, is finished.
Throughout No. 1 Auburn's march to the program's first national championship, head coach Nick Clinard reminded his team and its followers after each step that the assignment remained incomplete. There was more to be done and...
West Point duos headed to High School Fishing World Finals and National Championship
WEST POINT, Ala. – Two West Point High School student duos have qualified for The Bass Federation 15th annual High School Fishing World Finals and National Championship.
Pearce Parker and Kaylie Pearce landed in 10th place in the Alabama Bass Federation (ABF) State Tournament in...
Man involved in chase, fatality charged with murder
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Tennessee man is facing a murder charge for his role in a high-speed pursuit and wreck that left a Crane Hill woman dead in south Cullman Friday, May 24.
Michael Neal Ivy, 39, of Middleton, Tennessee, is charged in the death...
Wallace State hires Joseph Simmons as women’s basketball coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College has hired Joseph Simmons to lead the women’s basketball team, President Dr. Vicki Karolewics announced today.
“We are proud to welcome Coach Simmons back to Wallace State and look forward to his continuing the tradition of winning for...
Wallace State hires Faron Key as men’s basketball coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College has hired Faron Key to serve as the head coach of the men’s basketball team, President Dr. Vicki Karolewics announced today.
“We are excited to welcome Coach Key back to Wallace State and trust he will continue the...
Obituary: Juanita Tankersley Haynes
Juanita Tankersley Haynes, born October 13, 1931, a lifelong resident of Fairview, Alabama, passed away at her home on May 28, 2024, at the age of 92. Mrs. Haynes was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, Howard Eugene “Bud” Haynes,...
