Obituary: Johnnie Ester Hill-Hestla
Funeral services for Johnnie Ester Hill-Hestla, of Hanceville will be 3 p.m. Sunday, September 29th at Hopewell Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery. Rev. Junior Wolfe and Rev. Trueman Davis will be officiating services. The family will welcome friends for...
Obituary: Carolyn Jean Perry
Memorial Service for Carolyn Jean Perry, age 82 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Larry Duke officiating; Visitation will be from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Cullman...
Obituary: Ryan Daniel Hagood
Funeral service for Ryan Daniel Hagood, age 27, of Cullman, is Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, officiated by Dr. Tom Richter. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:30-3:30 p.m. and interment will be at Mt....
Arrests and Incidents reported September 27, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 27, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
No arrests or incidents reported.
Hanceville Police Department
Incidents and arrests...
Troutman, Bradberry receive scholarships
Federation scholarship program cultivates future of Alabama agriculture
AUBURN, Ala. - The Alabama Farmers Federation scholarship program continues to cultivate the next generation of agriculturists.
Seventy-seven students were recognized Sept. 23, during the annual awards program at Lazenby Farms in Auburn. The partnership between the Alabama...
St. Bernard AP Biology students master biotechnology skills with micropipettes
CULLMAN, Ala. – Seniors at St. Bernard Preparatory School are gaining hands-on experience in biotechnology by mastering the use of micropipettes in their AP Biology class, under the guidance of instructor Connie Briehn. This essential laboratory skill is the foundation for several advanced experiments...
City of Cullman proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - As it usually does each September, the City of Cullman has proclaimed October Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the city. However, this year at the proclamation signing by Mayor Woody Jacobs, many of Cullman’s leaders and official organizations joined in the...
Monograms Plus celebrates 25 years with Girls’ Day Out
CULLMAN, Ala. - The brick and mortar may be brand spanking new, but the business it houses at 802 Main Ave. NE is a long-standing staple in the community. Monograms Plus held its Girls’ Day Out on Saturday, Sept. 21, in celebration of 25...
Obituary: James Kevin Shabel
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James Kevin Shabel on September 24th. Kevin was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He was born in Minot, North Dakota on October 26th, 1954 to the late James W. & Gussie Shabel....
Obituary: Raymond Glenn Barbee
Memorial Service for Raymond Glenn Barbee, age 81 of Falkville, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with James Watts officiating; Visitation will be from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at...
Goat Island kicks off Oktoberfest with ‘Goatoberfest’ this Friday through Sunday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Goat Island Brewing will celebrate its own contribution to local tradition as it holds its fifth annual “Goatoberfest” celebration this Friday through Sunday, Sept. 27-29, 2024, at the south Cullman brewery located at 1646 John Cooper Drive. This year the event...
Obituary: Robert Theron Bishop
Funeral service for Robert Theron Bishop, age 86, of Cullman, is Sunday, September 29, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Mike Waters and Bro. Steve Cummings officiating. Visitation will be held Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 5-7 p.m. at...
Alabama Highway 91 near Arkadelphia to close for bridge repair Oct. 4
The Alabama Department of Transportation plans to close SR-91 just south of Arkadelphia in Cullman County for 10 days for a bridge repair.
SR-91 in the immediate area of the bridge at Dorsey Creek will be completely closed to traffic beginning about 4 p.m. Friday,...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 26, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 26, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 23
domestic violence; CR 68
possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 222
unauthorized use...
Wieners on the run!
Cullman’s OktoFURfest Oct. 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Oktoberfest will host a special event for dog lovers during this year’s festivities – OktoFURfest. The event will take place on Oct. 5, starting at 11 a.m., at the brand-new Tito’s Wüffenplatz, a designated dog-friendly area at...
Cullman County Fair Parade this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala- The Cullman County Fair Parade will march its way through downtown Cullman this Saturday, Sept. 28, in anticipation of the classic fall event, the Cullman County Fair, which will run Oct. 3-12.
Road closures will begin around 1:30 p.m. within the city...
Cullman County EMA shares info on weather readiness, preparation
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) said the Cullman area could see as much as 5 inches of rain through this Saturday. Director Tim Sartin said with the strengthening of Hurricane Helene, the area could see more rain than has...
Hurricane Helene to impact state into Friday
CLANTON, Ala. -- Helene is forecast to make landfall in the Florida Big Bend area between 7-11 pm as a Category 3 hurricane with sustained winds of 115 mph. The center of Helene will move quickly through Georgia at 25-30 mph, being in the...
Cullman City Council swears in new police chief, passes $188M 2025 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday swore in Joey Duncan as police chief, effective Oct. 1, 2024, filling the post being vacated by the retirement of Chief David Nassetta.
Duncan, a graduate of Cullman High School, began his law enforcement career in...
Obituary: Donna Sue Holloway
Funeral service for Donna Sue Kilgo Holloway, age 63, of Cullman, is Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and interment will be at Emeus Cemetery...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 25, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 25, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
September 24
theft of property-1st degree; City of Cullman; miscellaneous;...
Wallace State CDL scholarships available
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently received $129,500 in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) through a Commercial Motor Vehicle Operational Safety (CMVOST) grant for fiscal year 2024. WSCC Diesel by Distance Project Coordinator Anna...
CCPLS seeking community input
CULLMAN, Ala. – In hopes of expanding its services, the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) wants to hear from you!
Director Amber Thornton said, “What’s the best way to find out the needs and wants of our community? Ask them! We believe that the...
Family Fun Day in Baileyton
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Saturday, Sept. 21, marked Baileyton’s fourth annual Family Fun Day in the Park. Live music filled the air as attendees strolled the booths and children participated in games and rides.
Local vendors offered an array of goodies and fun, such as baked...
Cullman Regional Foundation provides $200K for Maternity Center enhancements
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Regional Foundation recently provided $200,000 for enhancements to the Cullman Regional Maternity Center. The funding will be used to enlarge and renovate the family waiting areas.
“The Cullman Regional Foundation is proud to donate $200,000 for the remodel of the...
Obituary: Gary “Don” Mitchell
Gary “Don” Mitchell of Bremen, Alabama passed away September 21, 2024. Don is preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Edith Mitchell, and his father-in-law Robert Speegle.
Don is survived by his wife Miranda Lashelle Mitchell, sons Chase, Chance “Haley,” and Collin Speegle,...
Obituary: Mark Sidney Edens
Mark Sidney Edens, age 74 of Vinemont, AL passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, September 22, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born May 13, 1950 to Eugene "Gene" Edens and Hazel Ruth Edens. Mark spent his early years in Jonesville,...
Jubilee Coffee and Wine Bar coming to Cullman this November
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jubilee Coffee and Wine Bar, sister company to Karma’s Coffee House, will – tentatively – open in downtown Cullman this November.
Owner Katie Fine said Karma's and Jubilee are more than just places to grab a drink; they're places of community, conversation...
Obituary: Joyce Annette Hammond
Joyce Annette Hammond, age 92, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Joyce was born in Alabama on August 20, 1932 to William Forest and Amelia Annette Rush Moncrief. She is preceded in death by her parents, 1st husband: Norman J....
Arrests and Incidents reported September 24, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 24, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
September 23
fraudulent use of credit/debit card; person; miscellaneous charges
criminal...
Dodge City’s Mekenze Wilson named Jack’s Biscuit Bake-Off Champion
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.– Jack’s Family Restaurants (Jack’s), recently named Mekenze Wilson of Dodge City, Alabama, the champion of its 25th Annual Biscuit Bake-Off. In addition to the title of “Jack’s Biscuit Bake-Off Champion 2024,” Wilson earned a $1,500 prize.
The employee competition culminated in a final...
Education notes
UA Early College students named to summer 2024 Director's List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 298 students enrolled in UA Early College during summer 2024 at The University of Alabama were named to the Director's List with an academic record of 3.6 or higher.
The...
Cullman Fair Parade Outreach seeking additional volunteers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Fair Parade is coming up on Saturday, Sept. 28, and an important outreach effort is planned to share the gospel with the local community. WSCC Campus Ministries, in partnership with Tony and Wanda Townsend of Cullman First Baptist...
East Elementary 1 of only 5 schools in Alabama named National Blue Ribbon School
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School in Cullman has been selected for one of the most prestigious federal education awards in the country.The Cullman City Schools elementary school has been selected as one of just five schools out of more than 1,380 schools in...
Joey Duncan appointed new Cullman police chief
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday, Sept. 23, appointed Sgt. Joey Duncan as the new chief of the Cullman Police Department. The appointment is effective Oct. 1, 2024.
Duncan, a graduate of Cullman High School, began his law enforcement career in...
Obituary: Katherine Elaine Madole
Elaine Madole, 76, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully on September 21st, 2024.
Elaine was bon the daughter of Mose & Marie (Finch) Holford in Wetumka, Oklahoma on November 21st, 1947.
Elaine was an avid animal lover all her life, she volunteered at animal shelters where...
Obituary: David Allen Valencia
David Allen Valencia, of Hartselle, Alabama, formerly of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on September 19, 2024. Dave was born on January 24, 1955, in St. Louis, Missouri. He was a disabled Navy veteran.
Mr. Valencia is preceded in death by his...
Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development launches Powerful Partnerships Program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development recently launched its Powerful Partnerships program at the Workforce Training Center on the campus of REHAU in Cullman. The initiative brings together the college and area businesses to drive workforce development...
Jones Chapel VFD getting ladder truck
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department will be getting a ladder truck this fall.
Fire Chief Clint Thrasher said the truck is a 1999 Spartan Smeal 75’ Aerial ladder truck with a 1,750 GPM (gallon per minute) pump and 400-gallon polypropylene...
Obituary: John Niles Linley
John Niles Linley, age 28, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at his residence. A Celebration of Life will be held for John at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
John was born October 17, 1995,...
CPD reminds residents of safer alternative for transactions, exchanges
CULLMAN, Ala. – In light of a recent violent crime that occurred during what was supposed to be a transaction for an online purchase, the Cullman Police Department is reminding residents of its Safe Exchange Zone that was established in 2017 in the CPD...
Powell named Miss Wallace State 2025; Harris named Miss North Alabama’s Teen
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College crowned its new Miss Wallace State on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, during competitions held at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Garlan E. Gudger Student Center.
Marli Kate Powell, a freshman general studies major, was selected to...
Hope Horses receives $10K boost from Ag Commissioner Pate
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Rick Pate this week visited local nonprofit Hope Horses, presented the organization with $10,000.
Pate said the funds are to continue and expand the nonprofit’s therapeutic/adaptive riding program, school field trip program and equine camp program.
Executive...
Obituary: Lori “Sally” Suzann Denney
Lori "Sally" Suzann Denney, age 60, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024.
Sally is survived by her husband, Paul Denney; her son Clifford (Amy) Denney; her sister Barbara Long; her daughters Kasey (Travis) Willmore, Sarah Denney, Anna (Shawn) Morgan, her brothers...
FCCLA students compete in Beef Cook-off; Baggett named Most Outstanding FCCLA Member
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sept. 17, 2024, various Cullman County and city school students met at the Alabama Farm Credit headquarters in Cullman for the FCCLA All County Beef Cook-off. The Cattlewomen’s Association and Alabama Farm Credit sponsored the event. Adalynn Bowers from West Point placed first,...
Holly Pond’s Cassandra Peterson 1 of 7 JSU student media members named finalists for prestigious national recognition
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Cassandra Peterson of Holly Pond is one of seven student contributors to Jacksonville State University's student-run news outlet, The Chanticleer, and the student-run radio station, WLJS 91.9 FM, who have been named finalists for Pinnacle Awards by the College Media Association....
Berlin Town Council passes 2025 budget
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday, Sept. 16, passed a $1.9 million 2025 budget, including projected expenses from the Town’s three funds and with $846,200 carried over from the 2024 budget. In addition to carried-over funds, the budget projects $1,295,200 in...
Cullman’s Taylor Simmons chosen for inaugural class of Shelby Scholars at UA
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Shelby Institute for Policy and Leadership at The University of Alabama recently announced the 39 students selected as the inaugural class of Shelby Scholars — an undergraduate program within the Institute.
“It’s an honor to be selected as an inaugural Shelby...
CPD hosts 5 German police officers for STAR program
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman and the Cullman Police Department this week hosted five German police officers who are participating in the STAR International Police Exchange Alabama Chapter program.
CPD Administrative Lt. Eric Cole said the STAR program isn’t an acronym, but a...
Cullman’s Mason Oakley needs your vote in Baby of the Year contest
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mason Oakley, 1, a joyful and bright baby from Cullman, is currently a contestant in the Baby of the Year contest, presented by Jessica Alba, which offers a $25,000 prize, a professional photo shoot and a feature in a Baby of...
Obituary: Charles Neil Glasscock
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Charles Neil Glasscock, who left us on the 16th of September, 2024, at the venerable age of 91. Neil drew his first breath on June 3, 1933, in Cullman, Alabama, and lived a...
Obituary: Heath Shane Pack
Heath Shane Pack, age 39 of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. He was born June 8, 1985, to Ricky Kitchens and Tammy (David) Duckworth. He was preceded in death by his father; brother, Richard Kitchens; grandfather, Jerry Holmes; Uncle, Tim Holder &...
Obituary: Christopher “Chris/Choche” Wallace Bagwell
Funeral service for Christopher “Chris/Choche” Wallace Bagwell, age 52, of Cullman, is Sunday, September 22, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Mr. Bagwell lying in state from 12-2 p.m. Visitation will be held Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 5:30-8 p.m....
Arrests and Incidents reported September 20, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 20, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
No incidents reported.
Arrests
September 19
Van Keuren, Austin C.; 27
retail theft...
Monster Truck Wars roars into Cullman Sept. 28-29
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center is gearing up for an action-packed weekend with the highly anticipated Monster Truck Wars, happening Sept. 28-29. This family friendly event will feature three giant shows, showcasing world-famous monster trucks, jaw-dropping stunts and a chance...
Cullman County Commission discusses remodel, 2025 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – During the work session preceding the Tuesday, Sept. 17, meeting of the Cullman County Commission, Facilities and Equipment Manager Shane Bailey updated the commission on the remodel of the its wing of the Cullman County Courthouse.
Currently, the commission meeting room contains...
Guy Hunt Library to host local author Vada Hightower Oct. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Guy Hunt Library will host a special event featuring local author Vada Hightower on Thursday, Oct. 3, at 10:30 a.m. Hightower, known for her deeply personal and faith-driven storytelling, will present her latest novel, “Beneath the Surface,” which explores themes...
Local family’s home devastated by lightning
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local family is left clinging to threads of normalcy after an intense lightning strike devastated their home.
On Friday night, Sept. 13, the Winstead family was preparing for a family favorite – a movie night on the couch. Jenna Winstead, a...
CCBOE talks FY 2025 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education held its monthly meeting on Thursday, Sept. 12, and discussed the upcoming fiscal year budget. It also proclaimed September Attendance Awareness Month in Cullman County Schools.
First on the agenda was discussion on the budget. The...
Cruise In & Car Show to benefit Blakney family after devastating fire
CULLMAN, Ala. - The upcoming Cruise In & Car Show benefiting the Blakney family will be held on Sept. 21, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Baileyton Drag Strip. This event is organized to raise funds for Zak Blakney, assistant baseball coach at Fairview...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 19, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 19, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 16
domestic violence; CR 1177
theft of property; CR 1769
domestic violence; criminal mischief; CR 1488
domestic violence;...
Willkommen to Cullman Oktoberfest: Oct. 3-5
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman is a small town filled with rich German history woven into the very fabric of its culture. Col. John G. Cullmann, who founded the town in the 1800s, brought along his traditions when he immigrated from Germany to settle in...
St. Bernard’s Willa Smith named National Merit Semifinalist
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School is proud to announce that senior Willa Smith has been named a Semifinalist in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. Smith is among the elite group of 268 students from Alabama to receive this honor, placing her...
Obituary: Barbara Jester Laney
Funeral service for Barbara Jester Laney, age 79, of Cullman is Friday, September 20, 2024, at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. Officiating the service will be Rev. Steve Rodgers, obituary reading by Ty Watwood, opening prayer by Lee Wallace, and closing prayer...
Obituary: David Leddell Davis Jr.
David Leddell Davis Jr., age 63, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on September 15, 2024.
David spent his life on his cattle farm with his beloved wife of 36 years, Cindy Davis. Over the course of 40 years, he was a passionate bluegrass singer...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 18, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 18, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
September 16
retail theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise;...
Community leaders celebrate renovations at Gulf State Park Pier
GULF SHORES, Ala. - Local civic, business and community leaders gathered to cut a ceremonial ribbon and celebrate the re-opening of iconic Gulf State Park Pier, on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024.
The pier underwent an extensive renovation and reopened to the public last month. Friday’s...
Canva Basics workshop Sept. 23 at Chamber of Commerce
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Lunch & Learn workshop on Canva Basics, part of a series sponsored by Wallace State Community College. This event will take place on Monday, Sept. 23, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Designed for...
Obituary: Melissa Riopka Crowe
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Melissa Riopka Crowe, 48, of Huntsville. Melissa passed away on Saturday, September 14th at UAB Hospital in Birmingham. In July, 2023 Melissa was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia and fought a prolonged battle...
Obituary: Michael “Pickel” Joe Hitt
Michael "Pickel" Joe Hitt, age 73, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024. Pickel was born in Bessemer, Alabama on April 26, 1951 to Billy Joe and Mattie Carolyn Honeycutt Hitt. He is preceded in death by his father and a...
Obituary: Daniel Preuss Donahue
We lovingly remember Daniel Preuss Donahue, who passed away on September 4, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on February 3, 1949, in New Orleans, LA., to Daniel Donahue and Marylin Donahue (Adams). Daniel lived a fulfilling life enriched by love, family, sports,...
Obituary: Grady Lloyd Evans Jr.
Grady Lloyd Evans Jr., age 62 of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, September 6th 2024 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
He was born Monday, December 18, 1961, in Dearborn, Michigan to Grady Lloyd Evans Sr., and Myra Nita Van Evans.
He was preceded in death...
Cullman’s Abby Sosa named 3rd Alternate in Miss University of Alabama Pageant
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Five University of Alabama students were among those who competed for the Miss University of Alabama 2025 title on Sept. 14, and finished as alternates and earned other awards during the evening.
The Miss University of Alabama Court includes:
Fourth Alternate - Rylie...
Obituary: Gerald Lamar Bentley
Gerald Lamar Bentley, 81, of Moulton, Alabama passed away Monday, Sept. 16, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024 at Lawrence Funeral Home and again at 1:00 PM on Sunday, Sept. 22,...
Obituary: Casey Lane Goodwin
A memorial gathering for Casey Lane Goodwin, 54, of Dixon Springs, Tennessee, will be held from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20 at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Casey was a 1988 graduate of Hanceville High School. He worked in construction for many years specializing in plumbing. ...
Obituary: Spurgeon Henry Jochum
Funeral services for Spurgeon Henry Jochum (Silver Spur) 82 of Cullman, AL, will be Sept. 19, with a visitation from 1 - 3 p.m. followed by a Graveside Service at 3:30 p.m. at Cullman Memory Gardens. Spurgeon went to meet his Lord on Sept. 16, 2024. Spurgeon...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 17, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 17, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
No incidents reported.
Arrests
September 16
Brown, Anthony T.; 38
FTA - insurance...
Cullman County Tourism Bureau announces Harmony Heard as new director of tourism
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Tourism Bureau this week announced that Harmony Heard has been appointed the new director of tourism. Heard will officially begin her role on Nov. 4,2024.
Heard brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the position, the Bureau said....
Wallace State Nursing accepting applications for Spring 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education is currently accepting applications for students wishing to enter in the Spring 2025 semester. The deadline to apply for entry is Oct. 1. An informational meeting for prospective students will be held on...
Hometown Medical to hold Medicare informational meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hometown Medical Group, a primary care facility in Cullman focusing on senior and individual care, is hosting an informational meeting on Sept. 19, for recipients of Medicare or area seniors 65 and older with an interest in Medicare coverage.
Area seniors and...
Little Free Library coming to Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview’s Randall Shedd Community Park will soon be home to a Little Free Library after resident Stephanie Sprouse presented the idea at the last Fairview Town Council meeting.
“We enjoy visiting Fairview park and the Little Free Library is an opportunity for...
Obituary: James Ervin Chumley
We mourn the loss of our beloved Father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. James “Ervin” Chumley also affectionately known as pawpaw, was called to his heavenly home on Friday September 13, 2024, at Grandview Hospital, leaving a void we will never fill.
He is...
Obituary: Jerry William “Billy” Parrish Jr.
A Celebration of Life service for Jerry William “Billy” Parrish Jr., 60, of Hanceville will be 5 p.m. Friday, September 20th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be prior to the service from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Parrish...
Obituary: Martha Lee Daugherty
Funeral services for Martha Lee Daugherty, 76, of Cullman will be 11 a.m. September 19th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Shelton Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Hanceville...
Obituary: James Thomas Hays
Memorial service for James Thomas Hays, age 79, of Cullman is Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 5 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. Officiating the service will be Rev. Steve Rodgers. Visitation 3 – 5 p.m. at the chapel.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 16, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 16, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 12
unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; CR 504
domestic violence; CR 1216
assault; CR 623
domestic violence;...
Cullman man dies after Blount County wreck
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. - A Cullman man died following a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:50 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15, in Blount County. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as David L. Davis, 63.
Troopers said Davis was critically injured when the 2004 Ford F-150 he was...
All or nothing: Managing white-tailed deer predators in the Southeast
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Predators play an important role in wildlife ecosystems. You can think of them as nature’s own regulatory service. Without their presence, prey populations would quickly overtake habitats, leading to mass areas of depleted resources. Predators also remove injured and diseased...
Obituary: Frank Daniel Bailey
Graveside Service for Frank Daniel Bailey, age 75 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at East Point Cumberland Presbyterian Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Monday, September 16, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Harvest to Home serves local food to sold-out crowd
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex on Thursday, Sept. 12, held its annual fundraising event, the Harvest to Home Local Foods Dinner & Auctions, at the Dr. William F. Peinhardt Conference Center at Wallace State Community College. The event was sold out.
The...
Hanceville City Council votes to allow tattoo and body piercing facilities
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council at its meeting on Thursday held a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2024-5, which proposed amending the zoning ordinance to allow tattoo and body piercing facilities within city limits. The council also made appointments to the...
7 arrested in multistate vehicle theft ring
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department Investigation Division in conjunction with Morgan County Sheriff’s Office and the Cullman County District Attorney’s Office on Friday evening, Sept. 13, 2024, arrested seven individuals allegedly involved in a multistate vehicle theft ring, according to a media...
Obituary: Ronnie C. Ford
Our beloved Ronnie C. Ford tragically left us on September 10, 2024. He is loved and missed by his wife of 46 years Connie Ford, son James D Spriggs, mother Betty M Ford, sister Lisa (Mike) Kuykendall, granddaughters Lindsey (Chad) Floyd, Addison R Spriggs,...
Obituary: Adam Dale Pitts
Our beloved Adam Dale Pitts, 44, of Hanceville tragically left us on September 13, 2024. He was born on December 29, 1979 in Cullman, Alabama.
A memorial gathering will take place on Sunday, September 15th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home...
Obituary: Marlee Grace Martin
Funeral service for Marlee Grace Martin, age 15 months, is Sunday, September 15, 2024, at 3 p.m. at Daystar Church in Good Hope. Officiating the service will be Pastor Jerry Lawson. Visitation for Marlee will be from 2-3 p.m. at the church and interment...
Allen: Remember important absentee voting deadlines for Nov. 5 General Election
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Secretary of State Wes Allen reminds Alabama voters that county absentee election managers must receive mail-in absentee ballot applications by Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. The deadline to return an absentee ballot application in person is Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024. Absentee ballots being...
Making dreams come true: Support Cullman’s Special Education students’ dream trip to Disney
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School is offering its Special Education students a life-changing opportunity with an upcoming trip to Disney. The adventure, designed to build essential life skills, will see students developing teamwork, responsibility and real-world experience through a series of pre-trip and...
West Point hosts Community Homecoming Parade
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point residents were given a brush-up on parade etiquette and candy-collecting on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the West Point Community Homecoming Parade. Attendees rallied around the West Point High School football team ahead of its homecoming game, scheduled for...
Cullman’s Abby Sosa competing for Miss University of Alabama title
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Eighteen students will compete for the title of Miss University of Alabama at the Bama Theatre in Tuscaloosa on Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. The Miss UA pageant, which is an official preliminary event for Miss Alabama and Miss America, is...
Obituary: Ronnie Lee Parris
Ronnie Lee Parris, age 57, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Ronnie was born in Niles, MI. on November 30, 1966 to Ronald Larry and Charlotte Dian Parris.
A visitation will be held Sunday, September 15, 2024 from 2:30 p.m. to...
