Obituary: Dorotha “Dot” Vance Rodgers
Funeral service for Dorotha “Dot” Rodgers, age 91, of Cullman, is Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Etsel Riddle and Pastor Stephen Stringer officiating. Visitation will be held before the service from noon to 2 p.m....
Wallace State 1st in state selected to participate in SME Workforce Pipeline Challenge
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Faculty and staff of Wallace State Community College recently met with industry partners and Society for Manufacturing Engineers (SME) staff to start a three-year project aimed at increasing the manufacturing workforce in the United States.
SME is a national nonprofit committed to...
A-Day set for April 13
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The 2024 Alabama Golden Flake A-Day Game will be played on Saturday, April 13 at 3 p.m. CT in Bryant-Denny Stadium and will include a full day of activities and experiences.
The A-Day Game will serve as the 15th and final practice of the...
2024-25 Cullman County Schools Kindergarten registration information
Important Note: You MUST initially register at the school in which you are zoned. A school zone transfer request form will be made available on this website beginning June 1, 2024.
Step 1 (Form): Fill out the following form, once for each child you are...
Wallace State earns 2024-2025 Military Friendly School designation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announced recently it has earned the 2024-2025 Military Friendly School designation.
Institutions earning the Military Friendly School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the
2024-2025...
Join State Parks for Hike 24 in 24 Alabama
Lace up your hiking boots and get ready to join the naturalists and volunteers from the foothills of the Appalachians, along the Tennessee River Valley to the shores of the Gulf of Mexico for the “Hike 24 in 24 Alabama” initiative from the Alabama...
FPLCC hosting Storybook Sprint 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run April 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) will host the Storybook Sprint 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run Saturday, April 27, at 8 a.m. This unique, family friendly event promises outdoor fitness and to bring books to life. The...
Experience the solar eclipse with Cullman Electric Cooperative while supporting a local cause
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative is gearing up to host a Solar Eclipse Viewing Party on Monday, April 8, from noon-3:30 p.m., inviting the community to witness this rare astronomical event. The Co-op aims to replicate the success of the 2017 viewing party,...
40th annual Bloomin’ Festival coming April 20-21
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 40th annual Bloomin’ Festival will take place April 20-21, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day on the grounds of St. Bernard Preparatory School. The event is one of the school’s main fundraisers, and draws thousands each year. Admission is a...
‘A true hero of the force’: Tribute to retiring CCSO Capt. Ricky Blackwood
CULLMAN, Ala. - Captain Ricky Blackwood joined law enforcement in 1988 as a Reserve Deputy for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office. March 31, 2024, will mark his retirement.
In 1991, Blackwood went full-time with the sheriff’s office and that’s where he has remained and rose through...
FL man dies following wreck in Cullman Co.; Troopers asking for info about other vehicle and driver
Updated March 30, 2024, at 11:12 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 1:57 p.m. Friday, March 29, resulted in one fatality. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as Brenton J. Weaver, 42, of Naples, Florida.
According to Alabama State...
Ribbon cut on new Cobblestone Hotel in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Thursday, March 28, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs, Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer, other community officials and members of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce gathered at the new Cobblestone Hotel and Suites to officially cut the ribbon and...
Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame seeking nominations
CULLMAN, Ala. - Displayed on the first floor of the Cullman County Courthouse are six shiny plaques. They honor the first six inductees of the Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame (VHF). The inaugural class was inducted last October, and includes Technical Sergeant (ret.) Jerry...
Obituary: Ronnie J. Murray
A celebration of life for Ronnie J. Murray, 77, of Hanceville will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 1st at Center Hill Baptist Church. Visitation will be Sunday, March 31st from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Murray was born November...
Obituary: Cameron Shane Adams
Funeral Service for Cameron Shane Adams, age 30 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 1, 2024 at Gethsemane Baptist Church with Kent McClendon officiating; burial at Gethsemane Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. on Monday, April 1,...
Obituary: Geraldine Marie Rodriguez Nelson
Geraldine Marie Rodriguez Nelson, age 87, born in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 25, 1936 and resided in Cullman, Alabama, passed from this life on March 28, 2024. There are no services scheduled at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mrs. Nelson...
Obituary: Janelle Champion Cross
Funeral service for Janelle Champion Cross, age 69, of Cullman, is Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held the night before on Friday, April 5, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 29, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 29, 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
March 27
robbery; person; Hwy. 157
March 28
theft of property-3rd degree;...
Pet of the week: Travel the world with Gulliver
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week is fit for the adventures of a lifetime. Gulliver, the Gully Dog, is a tan and black-coated 4-year-old blend of hound and shepherd. He thrives when given a family to cherish, protect and spend...
CCSO tips for water safety
CULLMAN, Ala. – Spring is here, and with it, the return to local waters for many. Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry shared water safety tips for those hitting the lake:
Be safety conscious. Situational awareness should not stop on the land.
Be aware of potential dangers...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 28, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 28, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 25
possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 278E
criminal mischief; CR 1435
theft of property; CR 541
permitting dogs...
Tucker Gambrill of Cullman serving as Culverhouse College of Business ambassador
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Tucker Gambrill of Cullman is serving as an ambassador for The University of Alabama Culverhouse College of Business.
The Culverhouse Ambassadors are the official student representatives, tour guides and recruitment agents for the Culverhouse College of Business. Up to 20 members join...
3Sixty Jeep Club brings the ducks to Easter
Eva, Ala. - On March 23, the 3Sixty Jeep Club transformed Shorty Ryan Park in Eva, Alabama, into a vibrant playground for the eagerly awaited Easter Duck Hunt. This event, set against the backdrop of a windy, yet beautiful spring day, drew families from...
PALS Spring Cleanup coming April 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - Since 1987, People Against a Littered State (PALS) and its local chapters have been banding together to clean up litter from roadways, parks and other public areas across the state. Fittingly, the group takes charge for one week during April, also...
First Source for Women annual banquet set for April 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - First Source for Women will hold its annual fundraiser banquet Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. at Loft 212.
The theme for the evening is “Invest in the Gift of Life,” as the faith-based resource center is intent on its mission of...
High-speed chase ends in 1 arrest
CULLMAN, Ala. - A high-speed chase involving a suspect’s vehicle, the Cullman Police Department and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday ended with the arrest of Joshua Wayne Burnett, 46, of Jasper. Burnett was the driver of the vehicle.
According to CPD Public Relations...
Jimmy Dale Drake Sr.
Jimmy Dale Drake Sr., age 79, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Imogene Lawrence
Imogene Theda Lawrence, age 98, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Imogene was born in Cullman, Alabama on March 14, 1926 to Johnny and Iowa Holmes Drake. She is preceded in death by her husband: Alton Lawrence, seven brothers, four...
Obituary: Michael Jeff Evans Sr.
Michael Jeff Evans, Sr., age 68, of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Cullman Regional. He was born April 8, 1955, to William James Evans and Lora Louise Boyd. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Julie Evans. Survivors include...
Obituary: Jimmie Christian Leu
Jimmie Christian Leu, 81, was born on October 1, 1942 in Houston, Texas and passed away on March 25, 2024 in Arab, Alabama. She went by many names, Jimmie, Mom, Nana, Lala, and all were spoken with love. She was preceded in death by her...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 27, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 27, 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
March 25
forgery-3rd degree; person; forged check
theft of property-3rd degree;...
Easter at Arrowhead a ‘hopping’ success
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Arrowhead RV Park is typically a destination known for its relaxed vibe and laid-back residents. The gravel lots looking over the lake were meant to be a serene retreat away from reality. On Saturday, March 23, the park, instead of...
Library board appoints new assistant director
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board at its meeting on Thursday, March 21, announced the hiring of Assistant Director Shelby Creekmore, who will start April 1.
According to Director Amber Thornton, Creekmore is “goal oriented, had experience in project and staff management...
Vinemont Easter in the Park an ‘eggstravagant’ affair
VINEMONT, Ala. - The green of the Vinemont Community Center was bustling with excitement on Saturday, March 23, as the annual Easter event was underway. Attendees from the town and surrounding areas flooded the center on the sunny afternoon, itching for a little taste...
CATA students donate 250 boxes of cereal boxes to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) has once again exemplified the spirit of community service with the remarkable success of its Spring Break Cereal Food Drive. Ending March 19, the initiative saw the collection of approximately 250 boxes of cereal for...
Wallace State’s season ends with 63-58 loss to Indian Hills in round 2 of NJCAA Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s men’s basketball team’s season came to an end in a hard-fought battle against Indian Hills Community College on Tuesday at the National Junior College Athletic Association Division I Men’s Basketball Championship in Hutchinson, Kan. The Lions lost...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 26, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 26, 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
March 25
identity theft; person
theft of property-1st degree; person; cash;...
Obituary: Arthur James Wagner
Arthur James Wagner Jr. age 77 of Cullman, Alabama passed away March 26, 2024.
Arthur was born to Molly Bryant Wagner and Arthur James Wagner Sr. on December 18, 1946.
Arthur is survived by his wife Linda Wagner, son Mark “Leann” Mosley, daughter Tracy...
Cullman set to host MLF Toyota Series at Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. (March 26, 2024) – The Major League Fishing (MLF) Toyota Series Presented by Phoenix Boats is set to visit Cullman, Alabama, next week, April 4-6, for the Toyota Series at Smith Lake .
The three-day tournament is the second event of the year for Central Division anglers and...
Birmingham-Southern College announces closure; operations to cease on May 31, 2024
BIRMINGHAM, AL (03/26/2024) Birmingham-Southern College will cease operations on May 31, 2024, following an 18-month effort to obtain bridge funding from a $30 million state loan program conceived and enacted to save the 168-year-old, nationally ranked liberal arts institution.
The College Board of Trustees voted...
Jacobs proclaims Child Abuse Prevention Month in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, March 25, 2024, Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the month of April Child Abuse Prevention Month (NCAPM) in the city of Cullman. The proclamation was presented to Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) Executive Director Steven Sutter and Senior Director Javon...
Obituary: Johnnie Jwin Lindsey
A graveside service for Johnnie Jwin Lindsey Jr., 55, of Hayden, Alabama will be 11 a.m. Thursday, March 28th at Good Hope Cemetery.
Mr. Lindsey was born on January 19, 1971 in Guntersville, Alabama to the late Johnnie Jwin Lindsey Sr. and Lorene (Dye) Beasley. He...
Obituary: Nelda Sue McClendon
Funeral services for Nelda Sue McClendon, 82, of Hanceville will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 27th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at New Prospect Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Randall Waldrep will be officiating services. Visitation for the public will...
Obituary: Bobby Gene Meherg
Funeral Service for Bobby Gene Meherg, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at First Baptist Church of Fairview with Dr. David Chambers officiating; burial at First Baptist Church of Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12...
Obituary: Ernest W. White
Funeral service for Ernest William White, age 90, of Cullman, AL, is Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Ben White officiating. Family will welcome friends for visitation on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 6 p.m. until...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 25, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 25, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 21
harassment; violation of elder abuse; CR 569
possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; tampering...
Gusty winds ahead of line of storms today into Tuesday
CLANTON, Ala. - Non-thunderstorm winds at 130 pm were sustained at 15-25 mph with gusts mainly 20-30 mph.
Winds will continue to slowly increase through the evening, sustained from 15-30 mph and gusts from 30-45 mph, possibly as high as 50 mph in the higher...
Registration for the 41st Alabama State Games off and running
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- Registration for the 41st Alabama State Games opened March 1 at ALAGAMES.com and has been growing steadily. Soccer, baseball and first-year-sport Powerlifting have been leading the way as teams and individuals announce their intentions to go for gold in 20-plus sports...
CCBOE recognizes sports teams
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its monthly meeting, the Cullman County Board of Education recognized two of its athletic teams. Good Hope High School’s Girls’ Basketball team and Cold Springs High School’s Cross Country team; both of which had impressive seasons.
The GHHS Girls’ Basketball team...
Obituary: Karen Gay
Funeral service for Karen Gay, age 51, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; with Samuel Tucker and Morris Helton officiating; burial at Flint Creek Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 3...
Wallace State welcomes new members into English and Math Honor Societies
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Community College chapters of Sigma Kappa Delta and Mu Alpha Theta honor societies recently inducted new members.
Sigma Kappa Delta (SKD) is the National English Honor Society for two-year colleges. Wallace State’s Theta Delta Chapter was established in 2007....
WSCC Women’s Golf finishes 2nd at home tournament; ranked 15th in nation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State’s women’s golf team finished second to Shelton State Community College this week at the Wallace State Spring Invite.
Held on their home course of Cross Creek Golf Course, the Lions finished at +96, only three strokes behind the Buccaneers at...
‘We Care – Ride for Suicide Prevention,’ a community ride for suicide awareness
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On March 30, the "We Care - Ride for Suicide Prevention," motorcycle event aimed at raising awareness about suicide and supporting those affected by it, will take place at Redline Leather & Cycle Workz, located at 222 Arkadelphia Road NE in...
North AlabamaWorks partners with Cullman school systems for Modern Manufacturing program
CULLMAN, Ala. - The modern manufacturing industry has been on an upward trend in the past decade; new automakers such as Honda, Hyundai and Toyota have all joined the Alabama automotive manufacturing industry. North AlabamaWorks has been tracking those trending numbers and has decided...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recent arrests include:
March 14
Deputies and investigators served a search warrant at a residence in Crane Hill on March 14.
Gary Lee Hardin, 49, of Crane Hill, and Tammy Rena Moore, 37, of Cullman, were located inside the...
County Road 222 repairs to begin March 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission, at its monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 19, approved the allocation of over $760,000 for repairs along County Road 222. In January, a large sinkhole was found under the road after a portion gave way and revealed...
Cold Springs FCCLA brings home gold, is heading to Nationals
BREMEN, Ala. - From March 7-8, 2024, 10 students and their adviser from Cold Springs High School attended the FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) State Leadership Conference in Montgomery. More than 1,200 FCCLA students from all over the state met and...
SMORT holds annual training exercise in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama State Mortuary Operations Response Team (SMORT) held its annual training exercise at the Cullman County Fairgrounds beginning March 20.
Cullman County EMA Specialist/Public Information Officer Brent McDonald said SMORT, organized under Alabama Department of Public Health and the Emergency Management...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 22, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 22, 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
March 20
assault-2nd degree; person; Hwy. 278 E
March 21
leaving the...
WSCC Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society inducts new members, is recognized as REACH chapter
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 80 Wallace State Community College students were recently inducted in the college’s Alpha Chi Tau Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) International Honor Society.
Membership in PTK is extended by invitation only. For a student to be eligible, they must...
Obituary: Anthony Shawn Murphree
Funeral service for Anthony Shawn Murphree, age 52, of Holly Pond, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at with Rev. Tim Dubberly officiating. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Thomas Orman “Tom” Chambers
Thomas Orman “Tom” Chambers, age 79, of Hanceville, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at his residence surrounded by loving family. He was the oldest son of the late William Orman and Eunice Jeanette (Mullins) Chambers born on Nov. 28, 1944. He is...
Obituary: Terry Grimmett
A celebration of life service for Terry Grimmett, 60, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2 p.m. Sunday, March 24, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.
Mr. Grimmett was born on April 13, 1963 to the late Clellan Grimmett and Shirley Copeland. He passed away on...
Obituary: Lonnie Gable Jr.
Lonnie Gable Jr., age 87 passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024. Lonnie was born Thursday, Aug 27, 1936 in Cullman, Alabama to the late Lonnie and Ethel Freeman Gable.
Lonnie enjoyed bowling, fishing, rabbit hunting and later going to the Y to workout. Bro....
Arrests and Incidents reported March 21, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 21, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 18
theft of property; CR 1755
trespassing; Super Saver Rd.
March 19
assault; New Hope Rd.
burglary; Hwy. 69...
TheraPlay hosting sensory-friendly Easter event
CULLMAN, Ala. - TheraPlay Pediatric Sensory Gym is hosting a unique Easter celebration tailored to meet the needs of individuals with varying abilities and sensory sensitivities. Scheduled for Wednesday, April 3, from 4:30-6:30 p.m., this sensory-friendly Easter event will take place at the Field...
Cullman County Public Library adding 3 new programs
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System has a robust calendar of events that are held weekly for the community. Its itinerary is about to get a little more packed as it adds three new programs.
One new program...
Commission proclaims April Child Abuse and Neglect Awareness Month; discusses CR 222 plans
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its monthly meeting held Tuesday, March 19, the Cullman County Commission declared the month of April Child Abuse and Neglect Awareness Month throughout Cullman County. Cullman County Administrator John Bullard read the declaration that praised local nonprofit Cullman Caring for...
Cullman City Council honors Don Hewitt for Zoning Board service
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, March 18, took time to honor retiring Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals member Don Hewitt for his 15 years of service to the City.
Mayor Woody Jacobs presented Hewitt a certificate of commendation, sharing...
Local family, devastated by fire, praises God, community
VINEMONT, Ala. - Thursday night, March 14, was like any other night for Vinemont residents Jessica Turner and David Methvin – tucking three of their four children and two great-nieces into bed, saying their prayers and giving them a kiss on the forehead before...
Obituary: Lollie Jean McKinney
Lollie Jean McKinney, a resident of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away on March 19, 2024, at the age of 91. She was a faithful member of Mount Olive Church of Christ and an active participant of the Red Hat Society. Lollie and her family enjoyed...
Obituary: Earnest John Walling
Earnest John Walling, age 95, passed from this life on March 19, 2024. He was born and raised in Pikeville, Tennessee and resided in Hanceville, AL. Mr. Walling was born to Alfred John Walling and Audie Byrd Walling on July 18, 1928.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Douglas E. Bates
Funeral service for Douglas E. Bates, age 81, of Cullman, AL, is Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church, with Bro. Blake Coots officiating the funeral service and Bro. Charles Sparks officiating the graveside service.
Family will welcome friends from...
Obituary: Mrs. Rita S. Williams
A memorial service for Rita Smith Williams will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Hopewell Cemetery.
Mrs. Rita S. Williams, 78, of Wrightsville, passed away Monday, Jan 29, 2024, at Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin.
Ms. Williams was born February 10, 1945, in Corydon,...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 20, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 20, 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
March 19
theft of property-2nd degree; Lowe’s; retail; miscellaneous; Cherokee...
Cullman County’s Harrison, Hudson awarded PBCI scholarships
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Rex Harrison of Holly Pond and Etta Hudson of Logan were each awarded a scholarship by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PBCI) for their participation in Alabama’s livestock industry on Sunday, March 17, at a ceremony held in coordination with the Southeastern Livestock Exposition (SLE) Rodeo.
The PBCI has a proud history of supporting...
Op-Ed: Bones and Barrels is a vibe – you should run this race
Bones and Barrels is one of the most underrated trail races you will find. Zombie Trail Races, a local running company, hosts seven of these races annually. The Bones and Barrels Endurance Beer Mile 5K took place at Palomino RV Resort in Cullman on March...
PREP BASEBALL: Holly Pond splits doubleheader with West End, Tuesday scoring recap
Holly Pond 10 - West End 9 (Baseball) (Game One)
West End struck first in its opening at-bats as an RBI groundout and an RBI single gave them the early 2-0 lead. Holly Pond answered right back in their half. Sawyer Olinger reached on an...
Obituary: Mary Jane Ashwander
Funeral services for Mary Jane Ashwander, 80, of Hanceville, will be 1 p.m. Friday, March 22, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery.
Visitation will be Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 19, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 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
March 16
domestic violence-3rd degree - harassment; person; Pine Cir...
Baileyton man charged with impersonating a peace officer
Updated March 19, 2024, at 8:24 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Baileyton man has been charged with impersonating a peace officer.
According to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a call of an unmarked vehicle flashing blue lights and attempting to stop someone...
CDC to hold Family Expo April 13
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) is reaching out to the community and hoping for an outpouring of love and support for its students. The school’s parent teacher organization (PTO) is rallying together and throwing the school’s biggest bash, the...
Hanceville Irish Festival draws crowd
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Irish Festival took place on Saturday, March 16, drawing a crowd to historic downtown Hanceville to enjoy live music, food and goods, services and specialties from vendors.
Festival organizer and member of Friends of the Festival, Nolan Bradford has said,...
LIST: Cullman eggstravaganzas!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Looking for a place to participate in a local Easter egg hunt? Look no further! The Cullman Tribune has a list of fantastic events happening near you. Celebrate by grabbing your Easter baskets and joining one of the many fun Easter...
United Way Crawfish & Shrimp Boil brings in more than $7K
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) held one of its annual fundraisers on Friday, March 15, at Goat Island Brewing. The United Way Crawfish & Shrimp Boil was hosted by UWCC’s Young Professionals (YP) Board.
YP members attended to guests during...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope’s Benefield tosses no-hitter in 11-0 win at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Good Hope made the quick trip over to Hanceville for a matchup against its county rivals Monday night and Molly Benefield led the way for the Lady Raiders, allowing zero hits and striking out six batters to help secure an 11-0...
Obituary: Wade Smith
Visitation for Wade Smith, age 61, of Cullman, will be from 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Smith passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at UAB...
Obituary: Rex Allen Morton
Rex Allen Morton, age 67, of Cullman, AL passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at Cullman Regional Hospital. He was born Monday, July 16, 1956, to Felton Morton and Lillian Morton.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
He was preceded in death...
Obituary: Debbie Lynette Chambers
Debbie Lynette Chambers, of Holly Pond, Alabama, ran into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father on March 16, 2024, at the age of 53. Lynette was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on Aug. 31, 1970, to Andrew Lemual and Delby Jean Paige Chambers.
Lynette...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 18, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 18, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 14
stalking; impersonating law enforcement officer; resisting arrest; CR 728
domestic violence; criminal mischief; CR 1225
theft...
Spring Showcase draws hundreds of high school students to Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Over 1,100 10th-grade students descended on the campus of Wallace State Community College for the annual Spring Showcase this week. The event gave sophomores from eight area high schools the opportunity to explore the various Liberal Arts, Applied Technology, Health and...
Auburn research examines feasibility of hydroponic strawberry production
AUBURN, Ala. – Fresh Alabama strawberries in November, December, January and February?
It’s not as far-fetched as it may sound. In fact, research taking place at the Auburn University Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station (AAES) is showing great promise in growing strawberries in alternative production systems,...
Obituary: Toni Parson
A celebration of life service for Toni Parson will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Joel Stewart will be officiating the service.
Ms. Parson was born on June 10, 1988 and passed away at the age of 35 on...
ALDOT to repair approaches to 2 bridges over I-65 in Morgan County
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - ALDOT will repair the approaches to two bridges carrying local roads over Interstate 65 in Morgan County in the coming weeks. Motorists should expect around-the-clock closures of the Parker Road and Bethel Road bridges and approaches for about three days...
Hanceville City Council discusses events; community pool set to reopen for summer
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council convened for its bimonthly meeting on Thursday, March 14. Key highlights of the meeting included planning for three significant upcoming events: the Hanceville Irish Festival, a free landfill pick-up week and the City of Hanceville yard sale...
Chamber hosts tourism panel
CULLMAN, Ala.- The All Steak’s banquet room was bustling with excitement on Friday afternoon as the Cullman County Tourism Bureau held a tourism panel for the members of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce at the chamber’s monthly community luncheon.
The event was sponsored by...
Obituary: Steve A. Bradley
A graveside service for Steve A. Bradley of Hanceville will be 1 p.m. Monday, March 18, 2024 at Garden City Cemetery.
Mr. Bradley was born on Oct. 27, 1942 to the late Hillard and Edna (Graves) Bradley in Cullman County, Alabama. He passed away at...
Obituary: Billy Leon Pierce
Billy Leon Pierce, age 92, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024.
A visitation for Billy will be held Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. at Zion Baptist Church, 7037 SR - 212, Covington, GA 30016.
A celebration of...
Allen testifies before United States Senate
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Secretary of State Wes Allen testified before and answered the questions of members the United States Senate on the topic of election administration and integrity on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.Sen. Katie Britt-R, Alabama, introduced Allen to the committee.“I was honored to...
Jacobs proclaims Brain Awareness Week in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed the week of March 11-17, 2024, Brain Awareness Week in the city of Cullman to help expand interest in the brain, brain research and brain-related disorders. During this week, the Pilot Club of Cullman joins...