Obituary: Alice Medlock
Funeral services for Alice Medlock, 99, of Hanceville, will be 2 P.M. Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024 at Hopewell Baptist Church in Hanceville. Burial will follow the service at the adjoining cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from 12:30 p.m. until 2 p.m....
Obituary: Teresa A. Anders
Teresa A. Anders, age 60, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023, at her residence. She was born March 25, 1963, to Alfred and Sarah Holcomb.
She was preceded in death by her grandsons, Samuel Whittle and Ethan Whittle; mother, Sarah Holcomb; and...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 29, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 29, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
December 27• theft of property-1st degree; person; cash
ArrestsDecember...
Gentry, Nassetta share NYE safety tips
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta shared ways to ensure safety this New Year’s Eve.
“The new year is a time to celebrate and spend time with friends and family,” Gentry said. “We at the...
Ivey announces $500K grant to help Cullman revitalize Depot Park
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 grant for improvements at Cullman’s Depot Park as part of the City’s ongoing downtown revitalization plan.
The City of Cullman will use the funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to expand Depot Park from...
Obituary: Gail Cagle
Gail Cagle, 87 of Double Springs, passed away Dec. 27, 2023, at North Alabama Medical Center.
She was born Aug. 8, 1936, in Double Springs, Alabama. Gail loved spending time with her family and loved her Mt. Carmel church family. She enjoyed sewing and the...
Obituary: Robert Lee “Bob” Hall
Robert Lee “Bob” Hall, 56, of Odenville, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at St. Vincent’s of St. Clair.
Family will be receiving friends on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2024, from 12:30 p.m. until 1:30 p.m., at Kilgore-Green Funeral Home in Jasper, AL. Graveside service...
Obituary: T. E. “Buddy” Osborne
T. E. "Buddy" Osborne, age 89, of Gadsden, Alabama, formerly of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023. Buddy was born in Alabama on April 3, 1934 to Emmett and Rissie Hill Osborne.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marlene Wade...
Fire fought in Walter as CCSO and CPD capture suspected carjackers
WALTER, Ala. - Cullman Police and Cullman Sheriff's deputies search for suspect as a manhunt is actively underway in Walter while firefighters extinguish a farm field fire. As of now the two incidents have not been confirmed as related.
According to a spokesman for CCSO,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 28, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 28, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
December 20• possession of dangerous drugs; CR 490• assault; Hwy. 157• domestic violence; CR...
CCBOE names December Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) announced its December Teacher and Staff Member of the Month on Dec. 26. Each month, the CCBOE partners with America’s First Federal Credit Union to recognize and award one teacher and one staff member...
Obituary: Luther “Perry” Tucker
Mr. Luther "Perry" Tucker passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, Dec. 24, 2023. Mr. Tucker was a Cullman Native, Born Aug. 5, 1939, the youngest of three sons to James Luther and Jewel (Brock) Tucker. He was 84 Years old.
Mr. Tucker was married to...
Obituary: Sybil Marie Baker
Sybil Marie Baker, age 93, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023, at Hanceville Nursing Home. She was born April 21, 1930, to Jethro Shaddrix and Odell Shaddrix.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Harold Baker; daughter, Rebecca Glass; parents;...
Obituary: Riley Orville Trimble III
Riley Orville Trimble III, age 48, of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at his residence. He was born Dec. 13, 1975, to Riley O. Trimble Jr. and Paulette Lackey Trimble.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Paul F. and Jean...
Obituary: Verlin Millican
Graveside service for Verlin Millican, age 93, of Big Springs, West Virginia, was held Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023 at Flint Creek Cemetery with interment following.
Cullman Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family.
Please visit www.cullmanfuneralhome.com to sign the online guestbook.
Obituary: David Leon Frost
David Leon Frost, 75, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Dec. 25, 2023, at North Alabama Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Frost was born Nov. 22, 1948, in Haleyville, Alabama to Robert and Marie Frost. David married Jill Courington on Aug. 19, 1972,...
Obituary: Jackson “Jack” Kelley Aldridge
Jackson “Jack” Kelley Aldridge departed this earth on Dec. 20, 2023. He was born in Cullman, Alabama on April 24, 1940 and married his sweetheart, Billie Marie Hammond, in 1963. He moved with his family to Orlando in 1970 to pursue a career in...
Obituary: Mark Page
Funeral services for Mark Page, 62, of Bremen, will be 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home chapel. Reverend Junior Garmin will be officiating. The family will welcome friends for a gathering from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 27, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
December 21• theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; Olive...
Marshall files brief with U.S. Supreme Court opposing Biden DOJ’s request to fast-track Trump prosecution
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall – joined by 18 states – filed a brief in the case United States v. Trump, opposing the Biden Administration’s "extraordinary request to short-circuit the normal appellate process and go directly to the U.S. Supreme Court...
Obituary: Danny Ward Shepherd
Danny Ward Shepherd, age 65, of Hanceville, passed away on Monday, Dec. 25, 2023. He was born Oct. 19, 1958, in Virginia to Wayne and Jewel Shepherd.
He was preceded in death by his parents; nephew, Antonio Shepherd; and wife, Ruby Fife.
Survivors include his daughter,...
Obituary: Loucille Glover
Graveside service for Loucille Glover, age 88, of Jones Chapel, will be at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023, at Jones Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: David Fraklin Clark
Funeral services for David Fraklin Clark, 82, of Hanceville, will be 1 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Mountain Grove Congregational Cemetery. Reverend Doug Pitts will be officiating services. Visitation will be Wednesday, Dec. 27,...
Obituary: Wilford James
Wilford James, age 83, of Cullman, died Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023.
After working as a Coca Cola Salesman for over 40 years, Wilford spent the next 20+ years working in Chesley Oaks Golf Course Pro Shop.
He was preceded in death by his parents: I. W. ...
Obituary: Issak Kayne Kelley
Issak Kayne Kelley, 19, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Dec. 23, 2023, at his residence.
He was born April 13, 2004, in Russellville, Alabama. Issak enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, riding a four-wheeler, video games, and motorcycle and ATV riding. He was an avid outdoorsman who...
Obituary: Donna Lynn Frullate-Green
Donna Lynn Frullate-Green, 69, of Cullman, passed from this life on Dec. 23, 2023. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Donna was born March 20, 1954, to Donald Vincent Frullate and Joann Hohlen Frullate.
She...
Obituary: Patty Tamala Yeager Speer
Patty Tamala Yeager Speer, 63, of Cullman, passed from this life peacefully on Dec. 25, 2023 in the presence of her loving family. There will be a memorial service on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023 at New Hope Baptist Church in Holly Pond at 12...
Cullman native James Munger sworn in as division commander with USCG Auxiliary
MACKINAW CITY, Mich. - At the 9th Central District Change of Watch ceremony, held in Mackinaw City, Michigan on Nov. 4, 2023, Cullman native James Munger was sworn in as the next division commander for United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Division 26 in Northern...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 26, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 26, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents reported.
ArrestsDecember 21 – 24
Akers, Melissa G.; 27• FTA- stolen vehicles-auto theft
Bartlett, Chad...
Op-Ed: Alabama’s Turnaround Schools Initiative will give some of our most struggling public school students a chance to achieve their dreams
As 2023 comes to a close, it naturally offers an opportunity to look back at all we have done over the last year. In Alabama, I believe we have, once again, made progress. When I was sworn in for my second term as governor...
CCSO names training center in honor of Blackwood
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently honored Capt. Ricky Blackwood for his contribution to the law enforcement community by naming its training center the James R. Blackwood Training Center.
Sheriff Matt Gentry said Blackwood has been a staple in local law enforcement...
Flying Fifty Hotel coming to Cullman in 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Flying Fifty Hotel, a boutique-style hotel, is set to open in March 2024 on the southwest side of Cullman.
Owners Challie Johnson Knetter and Paul Knetter said they wanted to bring something different to the community.
“There was a need for upscale...
Merchants Bank gives $20K to local nonprofits
CULLMAN, Ala. – For three decades, Merchants Bank has hosted its annual Charity Classic golf tournament in early October, working to raise funds for local nonprofits. This year, the donation checks totaling $20,000 came just in time for Christmas for Cullman Caring for Kids,...
‘This is my home. I felt like I could do the most good here’
Parkside Outreach Program
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Parkside Outreach Program is one of many nonprofits nestled firmly in the far reaches of Cullman County, this one serving the communities of Baileyton, Fairview and anyone else who needs it.
Founder Jennifer Harlow said while her public outreach...
‘The love for our seniors is very evident!’
Cullman Area Senior and Retiree Christmas Party breaks attendance record
CULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms was buzzing on Friday morning as its Browne Stone Centre was strung with golden lights and festive runners and centerpieces lined the tables. Soft Christmas music could barely be...
Update: CCSO searching for man in connection with Berlin fire
Updated Dec. 25, 2023, at 10:40 p.m.
BERLIN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate a man in connection with the house fire that occurred Saturday, Dec. 23, on County Road 728 in Berlin. Christopher Todd Burton is wanted for questioning...
Obituary: Marlene Wade Osborne
Marlene Wade Osborne, age 87, of Gadsden, Alabama formerly of Cullman passed away on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023. Marlene was born in Alabama on Dec. 12, 1936 to Oscar and Janie Sharpe Wade.
Funeral services will be on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023 at 2 p.m....
Elks Lodge spreads Christmas love
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Elks Lodge has been hosting three impactful programs this holiday season in an effort to give back to the community – and has been doing so for nearly two decades.
For over 60 years, the lodge has been hosting the...
Obituary: Edwin Dudley Guthrie
Funeral service for Edwin Dudley Guthrie, age 75, of Logan, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Scott Sessions officiating; interment in Emeus Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. prior to...
Obituary: James Buchanan Sullivan III
James Buchanan Sullivan III, 62, of Holly Pond, Alabama, entered the presence of our Lord and Savior on Dec. 18, 2023. Mr. Sullivan was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, on March 29, 1961, to James Buchanan Sullivan, Jr., and Jewelene M. Brooks.
James was a...
ALEA: Give the gift of safety this holiday season
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – This week, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) will wrap up 2023 with the launch of its annual “12 Days of Safety” Campaign to run throughout the holiday season. The campaign is a fun and festive platform designed to engage citizens...
Berlin could join proposed state recreational trail system
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council this week heard about a new project that could connect Berlin to a statewide network of recreational trails. The “Sweet Trails Alabama” project, according to its website, seeks to “identify possible routes, trail communities, outdoor recreation economy...
Obituary: Julia Rae Hand
Memorial service for Julia Rae Hand, age 80, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, at Northbrook Baptist Church with Pastor Keith Warden officiating. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Wilma Faye Law
Funeral service for Wilma Faye Law, age 81, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Joey Smithson and Tim Collier officiating; interment in Cullman Heritage Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until...
Obituary: Louise “Angie” Angeline Johnson
Funeral service for Louise "Angie" Angeline Johnson, age 56, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Clara Freeman officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Phyllis Jeanne (Livingston) Phillips
Phyllis Jeanne (Livingston) Phillips passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 at 2:24 p.m. She was born on July 12, 1930 in Akron, Ohio to Schley Hobson Livingston and Ethel Qwendolin Weeks. Jeanne was 93 years old.
Ms. Phillips resided and...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests over the last week, including:
Dec. 15
Deputies were informed of a subject who appeared to have passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle in the parking lot of a business in the...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
December 18• assault; CR 233• dog bite; CR 119• theft of property; CR 264•...
Cullman Tree Commission searching for volunteers, introduces new arborist
CULLMAN, Ala- At its meeting on Dec. 19, the Cullman Tree Commission discussed the inaugural Festival of Trees and the possibility of continuing this new “tree-dition” in future holiday displays. It also introduced Shane Bevins and the new city arborist.
Commission Chairman Barry Slatton and...
Hanceville’s Nail pleads guilty to 15 misdemeanors, resigns
Sawyer named interim mayor
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Longtime Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail on Tuesday, Dec. 19, pleaded guilty to 15 misdemeanor counts of using his office for personal gain. As part of the plea deal, Nail resigned from office. He was ordered to pay a...
Cullman Fire Rescue Santa Ride heading through town this Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Fire and Rescue will host its annual Santa Ride event this Friday, Dec. 22, from 5-9 p.m. The big man himself, Santa Claus, will hop aboard a fire engine and be escorted around town, down neighborhood streets to wave at...
Obituary: Bonnie June Thompson
Bonnie June Thompson, age 91, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023.
Bonnie is survived by her sister-in-law Laverne Stokes-Laney; her sons Nathan Thompson(Anna) and Benton Thompson(RoseAnn), her grandchildren Dustin Thompson(Cortney), Blake Thompson(Jen), Karlie Amonite and Courtney Stokes(David) and her great grandchildren...
Obituary: I.V. Pickering
I.V. Pickering, age 81, of Vinemont, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center in Cullman, Alabama.
She was born to Matthew Trussell and Dorthy Christine Watts in Arley, Alabama on Sep. 13, 1942. I.V. retired from the Alabama Department of...
Obituary: Judy Ann Parker
Judy Ann Parker, age 75, of Hanceville, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, at Cullman Regional. She was born Nov. 10, 1948, in Cullman, Alabama, to Floyd McDowell and Ophelia McDowell.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Kristina Harris; parents; and brother,...
Obituary: Marvin Carl Ermshar
Memorial service for Marvin Carl Ermshar, age 85, of Cullman, will be at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at Cullman Seventh-Day Adventist Church.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Mr. Ermshar passed away on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, at Woodland Village Health...
Obituary: Willard Ryan Drummond
Funeral service for Willard Ryan Drummond, age 55, of Cullman, will be at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. prior to the service.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 20, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
December 19• unauthorized use of vehicle; person• criminal...
STATE REPORT CARD: CCBOE sees wide-ranging growth
Updated Dec. 20, 2023 at 6:56 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the recently-released Alabama State Department of Education Report Card, Cullman County Schools had overall score improvements at 23 of it 28 schools. With a district-level score of 89, Cullman County is tied with Madison...
Obituary: Terre Gail Gouge Long
Terre Gail Gouge Long, age 66, of Arley, passed away Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
She was born Aug. 16, 1957 to Norman and Hilda Gouge.
Terre is survived by her brother, Bill (Ramona) Gouge; nieces, Andrea (Thomas) Lee and Samantha (Garrett)...
Obituary: Faith Moody-Hammock
Hanceville Funeral Home announces the passing of our very own and beloved, Faith Moody-Hammock, 81, of Hanceville, Alabama.
The funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will take place at Union Hill Cemetery in...
Obituary: Jimmy Dale Bradford
Jimmy Dale Bradford, age 82, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023. Jimmy is survived by his cousins, nieces, and nephews. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents George and Leona Bradford; brothers, T. J. Bradford, Herman Bradford, Bill Bradford...
Obituary: Carolyn Kay Zimmerman
Memorial service for Carolyn Kay Zimmerman, 94, of Cullman, is Sunday, Jan. 7, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Dorsey Creek Church in Dodge City.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Carolyn was born Jan. 7, 1929, to Earnest Kay and Emma Nelson Kay....
Obituary: Beverly Ann Chambless
Beverly Ann Chambless, age 65, of Holly Pond, passed away Friday, Dec. 15, 2023 at Huntsville hospital. She was born Jan. 19, 1958 in Hinton, West Virginia.
Beverly loved cooking, baking, fishing, crocheting, movie trivia and spending time with family. She was very active in...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 19, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 19, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
December 18• criminal mischief-3rd degree; City of Cullman;...
Wreaths Across America: ‘Say their name with pride and honor’
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Cullman City Cemetery on Saturday, Dec. 16, members of the Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), Cullman Lions Club, Cullman Area Technology Academy JROTC, Boy Scouts and other volunteers banded together to place wreaths...
Obituary: Billy J. Lovins
Arrangements for Billy J. Lovins, 58, of Arab, are incomplete at this time. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Billy was born July 17, 1965, to Opal Annette Bruce Lovins. He passed from this life on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023.
He was preceded...
Obituary: Russell Lewis Breedlove
Russell Lewis Breedlove, age 71, of Hanceville, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, at Huntsville Hospital. He was born Nov. 1, 1952.
He was preceded in death by his father, Troy Lewis Breedlove, and mother, Julie Breedlove.
Survivors include his children, Adam Breedlove, Tammy Breedlove,...
Obituary: Howard Gerald Hafer
Howard Gerald Hafer, age 78, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023.
Howard is survived by his wife, Nancy "Carolyn" Hafer; his brother Teddy Hafer; his daughters Tammy (Terry) Waters, Rhonda (Mark) Jackson, and Crystal (Travis) Lansford, his grandchildren Haley (Justin) Vanderburg,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 18, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
December 14• theft of property; CR 282• violation of protection order; CR 1535• theft...
AHSAA releases 2024-26 fall sports classifications
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The AHSAA’s Central Board met Monday morning to hash out the fall sports classifications for the 2024-26 school years and after a long deliberation, the board released new regional, sectional and area maps for fall sports. A couple of notable moves...
Vinemont Town Council votes to replace Town vehicle
VINEMONT, Ala. - At its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Vinemont Town Council voted unanimously to surplus its current vehicle – a 2010 Dodge Charger – and purchase a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
During its work session, the council discussed purchasing new pickleball sets...
HPD chief says crime decrease due to increased visibility
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its second to last meeting of 2023, the Hanceville City Council had just four items on the agenda Thursday, Dec. 14. Among them was an update from Police Chief Joshua Howell, who shared data showing key differences in crime rates...
Cullman County Public Library System searching for new director
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library Board recently approved the posting of the vacancy for the library director position. Josie Harrington, the library’s most recent director, stepped down in November. The posting is now live on the Cullman County Public Library System’s...
Melvin Hasting discusses candidacy for Cullman Circuit Court Judge, Place 2
Updated Feb. 24, 2024, at 2:05 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – With 22 years of trial experience and currently serving as president of the Cullman County Bar Association, Melvin Hasting discussed his candidacy for Cullman Circuit Court Judge, Place 2 with The Tribune.
Hasting said he is...
City schools achieve straight As on state report card
CULLMAN, Ala. - Report cards are in, and Cullman City Schools scored straight A’s once again.The Alabama State Department of Education Report Card for the 2022-2023 school year found Cullman City Schools achieved increases across the board that rank the district among the best...
Obituary: Icy Mae Alston Raburn
Icy Mae Alston Raburn, age 96, of Arley, passed away Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born May 9, 1927 in Arley to Zenus and Maggie Smith Wade. Icy Mae was a lifelong member of Meek Baptist Church....
Obituary: Hughlen Iola Murphree
Hughlen Iola Murphree, of Holly Pond, Alabama, entered into the presence of our Lord and Savior on the morning of Dec. 16, 2023, at the age of 83. Hughlen was born to Ovis C. and Zilla Granade Murphree on April 28, 1940.
Brother Murphree was...
Obituary: Charlie J. Patterson
Memorial Service for Charlie J. Patterson, 80, of Cullman, will be Monday, Dec. 18, 2023 at 6 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Pastor Paul Monk officiating. Family will welcome friends for visitation from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored...
Obituary: Hazel Evelyn Kuykendall
Hazel Evelyn Kuykendall was born February 17, 1932 in Marks, Mississippi to H.R. Estridge and Bertha Inez Gilmore Estridge. She passed from this life Friday, Dec. 15, 2023 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Graveside service for Mrs. Kuykendall is Sunday, Dec. 17,...
Inaugural Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Barrel Race Dec. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sydni Helms-Hipp is remembered by all as a bright, caring young woman who loved her family, community and Jesus. Her life was tragically cut short in September 2023, but her memory lives on in her community and her family. Her family...
Obituary: Dorothy Ann Brown
Dorothy Ann Brown, age 88, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023.
Dorothy is survived by her daughter Brenda Kay (Robert Keith) Brown Pace; and her son David Keith Brown.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Alfred Gerald Brown; her parents...
Obituary: Carlyn Georgia Welch
Graveside service for Carlyn Georgia Welch, 93, of Cullman, will be Monday, Dec. 18, 2023 at 1 p.m. at Cullman Memory Gardens, with Pastor John Bussman officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mrs. Welch was born May 10, 1930, to George J....
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 15, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
December 9• theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; Olive...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the last several days, including:
Nov. 28
Deputies arrested Christopher Shaun Graves, 40, of Cullman, on a probation violation for possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance.
Dec. 8
Deputies responded to a call...
Cullman City School Board names Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – At its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Cullman City School Board recognized the system’s 2023-2024 Teachers of the Year. Winners received a certificate recognizing their achievements, a gift card from AmFirst Credit Union and the opportunity to receive a...
Wreaths Across America ceremony at Cullman City Cemetery Dec. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. – National Wreaths Across America Day is this Saturday, Dec. 16, and the Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will host a short ceremony before being joined by volunteers to place wreaths on veterans’ graves at the...
Obituary: Johnny Harvey Shaw
A Celebration of Life service for Johnny Harvey Shaw, 85, of Crane Hill, will be Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 at 4 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. Family will welcome friends from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. to visit.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to...
Wagon Trail Med-Serv awarded medical cannabis business license
CULLMAN, Ala.- Cullman County’s Wagon Trail Med-Serv was one of five integrated facility applicants awarded medical cannabis business licenses by the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) at its meeting on Dec. 12, 2023. The other four were Trulieve AL, Sustainable Alabama, Flowerwood Medical Cannabis and...
Obituary: Thomas Edward Watkins
Thomas Edward Watkins, age 82, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, at Cullman Health Care Center. He was born Dec. 4, 1941.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Cathy Watkins; and sister, Kay Watkins.
Survivors include his daughter, Jennifer Beasley...
Obituary: Roy Wayne Stevenson
Roy Wayne Stevenson, 62, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Thursday morning, Dec. 14, 2023. Mr. Stevenson was born in Booneville, Mississippi, to James B. and Annie Kathryn Davis Stevenson on Dec. 21, 1960.
Roy and Edith decided to leave Mississippi and found themselves in...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 14, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 14, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
December 11• assault; CR 747• assault; CR 346• domestic violence; CR 1269• domestic violence;...
Commission approves rate increases for Smith Lake Park, Stony Lonesome
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its monthly meeting on Dec. 12 approved price increases for camping and park admission fees.
Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug Davenport addressed the commission in hopes of it approving a camping rate increase for Smith...
Baileyton hosts 4th annual Christmas Drive-Thru
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Young residents of Baileyton enjoyed another festive event during the holiday season as hundreds of cars lined around the Baileyton Volunteer Fire Department for the fourth annual Christmas Drive-Thru, held Saturday evening, Dec. 9, 2023. The event was a team effort...
Obituary: Howard Crawford Adams
Howard Crawford Adams, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, at the age of 55. Mr. Adams was born to Charles Edgar and Martha Carolyn Nelson Adams on Oct. 5, 1968, in Jefferson County, Alabama.
Mr. Adams was a truck driver...
Arrests and Incidents reported Dec. 13, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
December 11• theft of property-4th degree; Dixie Duds...
Wagon Trail Med-Serv, LLC receives medical marijuana integrated facility business license
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC), at its meeting on December 12, 2023, ranked applicants and voted to award medical cannabis business licenses to the following integrated facility applicants.
Integrated Facility LicenseTrulieve AL, Inc.Sustainable Alabama, LLCWagon Trail Med-Serv, LLCFlowerwood Medical Cannabis, LLCSpecialty Medical...
Obituary: Elvina Judy Dodd
Elvina Judy Dodd, 71 of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, at her residence.
She was born July 4, 1952, in White House Community, Alabama. Judy graduated from Phillips High School in 1970. She was a member of Oak Grove Church of Christ...
Obituary: Jan Callan Massey
Funeral service for Jan Callan Massey, age 71, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Dr. Tim Lipsey officiating; interment in Prospect Church of Christ Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until...
Obituary: Carol Lynn Russell Fowler
Carol Lynn Russell Fowler, 50, of Bremen, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023
Carol was born on a Naval base in Spain. She graduated from Cold Springs High School in 1991. She worked for State Farm for over 30 years. She had a big...
Obituary: Detlef Herbert Peter
Arrangements for Detlef Herbert Peter, 73, of Hanceville, are incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Peter was born June 17, 1950 to Guenter Peter and Elisabeth Hampe Peter. He passed from this life on Dec. 10, 2023.
He...
