Obituary: Billy Fagan Turner
Billy Fagan Turner age 79, of Hanceville, passed away Monday, August 26, 2024.
Billy was baptized at a young age at Fowler Springs Baptist Church. He attended J.B. Pennington High School in Blountsville before he became an accomplished machinist. Billy’s career included working for...
Obituary: Arthur “Anthony” Pugh
Arthur Anthony Pugh, age 62 passed away on August 19th, 2024. Funeral Services will be Friday, August 30th, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Valleyview Church with burial to follow at Valley View Cemetery in Hanceville, AL. The visitation will be Thursday, August 29th, 2024...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 28, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 28, 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
August 21
theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise; $150;...
Obituary: Charles Edwin Judkins
Funeral Service for Charles Edwin Judkins, age 66, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, August 30, 2024, at Missionary Grove Baptist Church, burial at Missionary Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. August 30, 2024, at Missionary...
Obituary: Sammy Eugene Caudle
Funeral Service for Sammy Eugene Caudle, age 76 of Eva, will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Elder Josh Mason and Don Hopper officiating; Visitation will be from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Wednesday,...
Pink Boot Boutique’s Small Business Christmas Market coming in November
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman woman and Pink Boot Boutique Owner Shayla Waldner had a vision to eventually host a Christmas market when she initially started her business, with a passion for fashion, clothing and, overall, giving women confidence in their daily lives.
Waldner will host...
Business spotlight: Align Alabama and Dr. Nathan Lewis
Align Alabama’s Dr. Nathan Lewis, a Bremen native and Cullman resident, found himself supporting the principles of overall wellness and healing through chiropractic care after battling some injuries of his own.
“I went to Cold Springs High School where I was a multisport athlete, but...
Alzheimer’s Association aims to increase support in community
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association hosted a roundtable discussion recently to help identify potential volunteers and community partners for care and support services and The Longest Day, the Association’s signature fundraising initiative.
During the event, held in August at the...
Obituary: Billie Marie Aldridge (Hammond)
Billie Marie Aldridge (Hammond) departed this Earth on August 19, 2024. She was born in Decatur, Alabama, on October 31, 1941, and married the love of her life, Jackson Kelley Aldridge, on November 24, 1963. Billie and Jack moved to Orlando in 1970 and...
Obituary: Melba Carter Yancy Kane
Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Melba Carter Yancy Kane of Bluff Park, Alabama passed away surrounded by her three daughters August 26, 2024. She was 88.
Melba was born in Cullman, daughter of Andrew Paul and Vennie Ree Carter. She grew up on...
Obituary: D. Madeline Johnson
D. Madeline Johnson, age 69, of Arab passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at her residence. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Madeline was born January 8, 1955 to Fred Walter Moss and Mary Frances...
Obituary: Weda Buckelew Nails
Funeral service for Weda Buckelew Nails, age 85, of Vinemont, Thursday, August 29, 2024, at 12 p.m.at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Bro. Dennis Trimble and Bro. Tim Ayers officiating. The visitation will be from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the chapel. Interment...
Obituary: Faye Drummond Freeman
Funeral service for Faye Drummond Freeman, age 76, of Cullman, is at 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Bro. Billy Randolph, Bro. Bill Hall, and Bro. Gene Persall officiating. The visitation will be on Tuesday, from 12-2 p.m....
Obituary: Peggy Jean Doss
Peggy Jean Doss, a lifelong resident of Good Hope, was summoned to that place prepared by her Lord not made by hand on August 23, 2024. Family and friends were with her. Miss Doss devoted forty-two years in secondary education as a teacher and...
Obituary: Christopher Michael Willingham
Christopher Michael Willingham, age 49, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Christopher was born January 15, 1975, to Rudolph Bobby Willingham and Mary Dale Morris Willingham.
He...
Timeless Homeschool Events roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - Timeless Homeschool Events (T.H.E.) Cullman has been providing opportunities for homeschool students in the area to meet and mingle with peers and friends with its monthly and seasonal gatherings and events. Launched in 2009 and spearheaded by Cullman native and Madison...
‘Overwhelmed, blessed and grateful’: 30 teams compete in 4th annual John E. Hunt Memorial Golf Tournament
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cross Creek Golf Course hosted the 4th annual John E. Hunt Memorial Golf Tournament Saturday and 30 teams consisting of more than 100 players entered to participate. Proceeds from the event go toward funding the Hunt Family Foundation’s scholarship programs as...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 27, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 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
Incidents
August 26
domestic violence-3rd degree – harassment; person
theft of property-2nd...
Berlin Area Neighborhood Watch meeting set for Sept. 17 – all invited
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Area Neighborhood Watch will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 17, at 6 p.m. at the Berlin Community Center, located at 3309 U.S. Highway 278 E. Attendees do not have to be members to attend the monthly meetings,...
Grace Episcopal Church kicks off 36th year of cheeseballs at tasting tea
CULLMAN, Ala. - The women of Grace Episcopal Church have been deep in planning, preparations and cream cheese for their annual cheeseball fundraiser. For the 36th year, favorite flavors and infusions will make their way into homes and onto holiday tables, while supporting more...
Parks Board takes over Cullman County Museum operations
CULLMAN, Ala. – In a strategic move to better integrate local history with the community's vibrant festivals and activities, Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) has assumed responsibility for the Cullman County Museum. The transition, spearheaded by the Cullman City Council and Mayor...
Stu’s Crew sees 40 participants for basketball camp
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School (CHS) Head Basketball Coach Stu Stuedeman, along with his team of CHS Varsity Basketball players hosted the inaugural Stu’s Crew Basketball Camp in partnership with the Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) Therapeutic Recreation Program (TRP) on...
Good Hope City Council approves geotechnical engineering services for multi-use storm shelter/community center project
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council held its second August meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved a new resolution to take the next step in its multi-use storm shelter/community center project. The Council approved Resolution No: 021-2024...
Obituary: Coy Phene Allison
Coy Phene Allison passed away August 24, 2024. Mr. Allison was preceded in death by his parents Ruth Stinson and Harvey Bart Allison, brothers Arvel (Charlene), Donald (Atha), and Robert Allison, and sisters Jean Greene and Dean Allison. Mr. Allison is survived by his...
Obituary: Teresa Maner Murray
Born on March 08, 1964 to Coy Maner and Regina Lee Maner. Teresa passed away at her residence Friday, August 23rd as a result of a fall. She was married to Gregory Murray and they lived in Crane Hill, Alabama. Teresa had one daughter,...
Alabama Extension agent gives tips for starting school garden
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Starting a school garden is not as far out of reach as some may think. Knowing how to secure funding, get started and maintain the garden are great things to consider but are not something to fear.
“I’ve been working in...
Obituary: Norman Eugene Pate
Norman Eugene Pate, age 64 of Warrior, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at his residence. He was born June 25, 1960, to U. V. Pate and Bonnie Sue Bush Pate. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife, Jolanda Pate;...
Obituary: David Adam Heatherly
David Adam Heatherly, age 62 of Cullman, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024. He was born, December 3, 1961, to Charles Stan Heatherly and Nellie Fay Heatherly. He was preceded in death by his father and brother, Willie Joe Heatherly. Survivors include his mother, Nellie...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 26, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 26, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 22
possession of drugs with intent to distribute; unlawful possession of controlled substance; Hwy. 278E
violation...
WSCC FAME program welcomes new AMT cohort with induction ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development, in collaboration with the North Central Alabama Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program, recently recognized the college's newest Advanced Manufacturing Technician (AMT) apprenticeship cohort during a special induction ceremony and...
Obituary: James Anthony Drake
James Anthony Drake, of Cullman, Alabama, entered the presence of our Lord and Savior on Saturday morning, August 24, 2024, at the age of 79. James was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on September 9, 1944, to the late Johnny Archie and Wynelle Wise...
Obituary: Margie Diane Page
Margie Diane Page, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on August 24, 2024, at the age of 74. Mrs. Page was born in Rome, Georgia, on December 27, 1949, to John Winifred and Eva Sherbert Hawk.
Mrs. Diane was a daycare worker for many years,...
Obituary: Mirra Smith
Funeral Services for Mirra Smith, 21, of Vinemont will be 10 a.m. Friday, August 30th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. The family will welcome friends for visitation at Hanceville Funeral Home from 6 p.m....
Obituary: Franklin G. Gill
In Loving Memory of
Franklin G. Gill
June 17, 1948 ~ August 23, 2024
Funeral services for Franklin G. Gill, 76, of Hanceville will be 12 p.m. Wednesday, August 28th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. The family will...
Obituary: Frances R. Maddox
A funeral service for Frances R. Maddox, 92, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 27th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Kent Persall will be officiating the service. A private graveside service will take place at a later time at Cullman City...
United Way releases new food resource location list and schedule
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County recently released an updated list of food resources in the area. With the emergence of more and more “Little Free Pantries” across the county, assistance for those in need is usually never more than a...
Cullman 4-H Robotics Club hosting parent meeting Aug. 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman 4-H Robotics Club will hold a parent meeting on Thursday, Aug. 29, at 3:30 p.m. at Cullman Christian School, located at 1803 Beech Ave. SE, in the concession area of the gym. This meeting is an important opportunity for...
Obituary: Barbara Lee Osborne
Barbara Lee Osborne, age 70, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024.
Barbara is preceded in death by her mother, Eva Pauline Reinke, her father, Charles Baby, her daughter, Jennifer Osborne, her son Kenneth Baby, and grandparents Walter Anton Reinke, Margaret H....
Obituary: Paul Ray Anderson
A graveside service for Paul Ray Anderson will be 2 p.m. Sunday, August 25, 2024 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville, Alabama. Reverend Doug Wells will be officiating the service.
Mr. Anderson, 95, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2024. Born on April 25, 1929, Paul...
Join the 10th annual Divino Nino Festival at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament Aug. 31
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 10th Annual Divino Nino Festival will take place on Saturday, Aug. 31, at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Hanceville. This year’s festival holds special significance as it coincides with the 25th anniversary of the Shrine.
“As the Shrine...
Local agricultural business employing drone tech
CULLMAN, Ala. - Peinhardt Living History Farm recently partnered with retired Assistant Cullman Police Chief Jason Mickle and his crop spraying business Sky Spray for crop protection.
Mickle said this is the first season for Sky Spray, which uses drone technology, and the first time...
2 graduate Drug Court program
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Drug Court program recently announced two graduates of its program led by Cullman County District Judge Chad Floyd and the Cullman County Drug Court staff.
The court offered its congratulations to its newest graduates Christina Ladner and “G.R.”
Floyd said completing...
AT&T strike continues in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - A group of 20-30 people were posted along U.S. Highway 31 North near the old Quincy’s property, on strike citing unfair labor practices at AT&T.
An un-named Cullman man told The Tribune it was a “bargaining strike” — because there is not...
Cullman Community Theatre presents ‘The Sound of Music’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Community Theatre on Thursday opened its production of “The Sound of Music” at Cullman High School. Well received by a large weeknight audience, the show continues with performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday.
The group’s...
Obituary: Nola Jane Moore
Nola Jane Moore, 77, of Athens, AL, passed away on Thursday, August 22nd, 2024. Mrs. Moore was born on February 16th, 1947, in Alabama, to James and Margaret (Gibson) Biggs.
Mrs. Moore is survived by her daughter Cindy Moore Vinson; grandchildren Jamie Moore (Dana), Candice...
Coroner investigating death of Hanceville dispatcher
UPDATE: Kilpatrick has identified the dispatcher as Christopher Michael Willingham, 49, of Hanceville.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman County coroner is investigating the death of a Hanceville dispatcher.
According to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, the dispatcher was found today deceased in his office just after 11 a.m.
“The...
Obituary: Virginia Anne Kretzschmar
Funeral service for Mrs. Virginia Anne Kretzschmar, 88, of Blountsville, is at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, with Reverend John Bussman and Reverend Christopher Clark officiating. The visitation will be Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.,...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 23, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 23, 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
August 22
theft of property-1st degree; person; miscellaneous; $6,246; Marie...
City announces relocation of dog park from Heritage to Ingle Park
Updated Aug. 23, 2024, at 5:31 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Friday announced the relocation of the dog park at Heritage Park to a new, enhanced location at Ingle Park on the east side of Championship Field.
The new dog park will...
SHE Collective to host SHEGathers Aug. 26
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Daystar Church and its small group SHE Collective are preparing for its largest “small” group gathering to date. The group, comprised of women from the church and community, will host the SHEGathers event on Monday, Aug. 26, at 6 p.m....
Pet of the week: The constant observer, Ms. Anastasia
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Anastasia, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week!
This beautiful 4-5-year old Husky may be a bit up tempo, as she is described as having medium energy, but she comes with a special trait. A dog like Anastasia is different; she pays close...
‘Living legends’: Wild horse and burro adoption event Sept. 19-21 at Ag Center
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is set to host a wild horse and burro adoption event at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center in Cullman. The event, offering around 100 wild horses and burros gathered from western rangelands, will be...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 22, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 22, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 19
possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 940
theft of property; CR 1288
theft...
Berlin Town Council views 2025 budget, talks park project
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday took a look at its proposed 2025 budget, including $500,000 for its park and recreation project and nearly $300,000 for road work in the town. The budget includes $600,000 carried over from the FY 2024...
Good Samaritan to host Open House ahead of 20th anniversary
CULLMAN, Ala. - This Sunday, Aug. 25, residents will have the opportunity to step inside one of the area’s nonprofits, the Good Samaritan Health Clinic. The clinic and its staff have been preparing for an Open House to celebrate the clinic’s 20th anniversary in...
Obituary: Thomas Clayton Martin
Thomas Clayton Martin, age 92, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024.
A celebration of life visitation for Thomas will be held Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home, 1901 2nd AVE North West,...
Obituary: David Davis
David Davis passed away on August 2, 2024, at the age of 70, in Cullman, Alabama. Born on December 25, 1953, David dedicated many years of his life to R.E. Garrison as a truck driver, a career that was both demanding and fulfilling for...
Obituary: Tamara Peinhardt White
Funeral Service for Tamara Peinhardt White, age 58 of Logan, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 23, 2024, at St. John's Evangelical Church with Rev. John Richter officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m....
Arrests and Incidents reported August 21, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 21, 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
August 19
theft of property-3rd degree; person; miscellaneous; $660; Olive...
Obituary: Melba J. Mann McSwain
Melba J. Mann McSwain age 86 of Cullman, died Monday, August 19, 2024.
Mrs. McSwain was preceded in death by her husband, Dwight McSwain; and her daughter, Sandy McSwain.
She is survived by her children: Vicki Branch (David) and Mitch McSwain (Dorothy); sister, Marilyn Blankenship; brother,...
Obituary: Ronald “Ronnie” Lee Knott
In Loving Memory of Ronald “Ronnie” Lee Knott (70)
May 20, 1954 ~ August 18, 2024
The family of Mr. Knott will welcome friends for a visitation from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Survivors include his wife, Karon...
Obituary: Wreathel Evans Hogan
Funeral Service for Wreathel Evans Hogan, age 100 of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Greg Standridge officiating; Visitation will be from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2024,...
Gulf State Park Pier reopens to the public
GULF SHORES, Ala. - The renovated Gulf State Park Pier reopened on Monday, Aug.19, welcoming people to the iconic Gulf Coast landmark for the first time in more than nine months.
The pier closed in November 2023 for the $13.6 million renovation project, with contractor...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 20, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 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
Incidents
August 15
harassment; person
August 19
theft by deception-1st degree; First Southern...
Third Rock Revivals outfitting vintage lovers locally
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local traveling vintage shop is taking Cullman by storm and procuring vintage clothing and vinyl records for the sustainable fashion crowd. The duo behind Third Rock Revivals, Matt Burns and Skylar King, travel the county and state in search of...
CCBOE approves Special Education contracts
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its Aug. 15 meeting, the Cullman County Board of Education approved additional Special Education contracts to assist the system’s schools in accommodating students with an array of special needs.
“This is a list of different people we contract with for different...
Vinemont High cuts ribbon on new facilities
VINEMONT, Ala. - The students of Vinemont High School are enjoying new facilities this week. Members of the Cullman County Board of Education, along with Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette, Vinemont Mayor Radginal “Reggie” Dodson and members of the town council stopped...
Obituary: Jeffery L. Parker
A memorial service for Jeffery L. Parker, 68, of Hanceville will be 4 p.m., Saturday August 24th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at Hanceville Funeral Home from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday.
Mr. Parker was born May 30,...
Obituary: Cletus Sims
A memorial service for Cletus Sims, 89, of Colony will be 1 p.m. August 24th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at Hanceville Funeral Home at Hanceville Funeral Home from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday.
Mr. Sims was born March 24,...
Obituary: John Lawrence Hopper
John Lawrence Hopper, 77 of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024, after living a full and rewarding life.
John was born on December 14, 1946, to Emmanuel Reid Hopper and Evelyn Hopper. John graduated from Huntsville High School in 1965 and Auburn...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 19, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 19, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 15
harassment; 2nd Ave. SW
theft of property; CR 222
unlawful possession of controlled substance; possession of...
Obituary: Lori Ann Malone
Lori Ann Malone, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sunday evening, August 18, 2024, at the age of 60. Mrs. Malone was born in Colbert County on December 23, 1963, to the late Curtis Hatton and Jewel Fuller Hatton.
At an early age, Lori was...
WSCC Engineering Technology program introduces Digital Fabrication Pathway
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College's Engineering Technology program now offers a Digital Fabrication Pathway, an innovative track designed to equip students with the latest skills in the rapidly evolving field of digital fabrication.
Digital fabrication is a design and production process that combines...
ACES: Fall armyworm outbreaks impacting Alabama producers
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Fall armyworms are plaguing pastures and hayfields in many areas of Alabama. These pests can quickly invade and destroy a stand of healthy forages in a manner of hours. This makes scouting extremely important for producers to be able to...
Wallace State’s Adult Education program empowers record number of graduates in 2023-2024
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - From July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, Wallace State’s Adult Education program celebrated a milestone achievement by serving over 1,000 students and awarding over 350 individual certifications and degrees. This includes non-traditional high school diploma and General Educational Development test...
Obituary: Diane Swann Dover
Funeral service for Diane Swann Dover, age 58 of Falkville, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at Temple Baptist Church with Doyle Berry officiating. Mrs. Dover will lie-in-state from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m.; burial at Bethsadia Cemetery. Visitation will...
2 Hanceville favorites combine under 1 roof: Vintage Magnolias and Just Repurposed
CULLMAN, Ala. - In light of the recent economic challenges, two beloved Hanceville businesses, Vintage Magnolias and Just Repurposed, are joining forces to ensure their continued success. Both shops, which have become staples in the Hanceville community, have felt the strain of the economy's...
Agriplex ‘Harvest to Home’ dinner Sept. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Farm Credit will present the North Alabama Agriplex’s ninth annual Harvest to Home Local Foods Dinner and Auctions Thursday, Sept. 12, at 5 p.m. at the Wallace State Community College Dr. William F. PeinhardtConference Center in Hanceville.
Doors will open at...
Obituary: Joseph ‘Joe’ Franey
Memorial Mass for Joe Franey, 84, of Cullman, will be Monday, August 19, 2024 at 10 a.m., at St. Bernard Abbey; Abbott Marcus Voss presiding.
Mr. Franey was born July 8, 1940, to Joseph and Wilma Sherwood Franey. He passed away at his residence on...
Vinemont seeking competitors for October’s Chillin-N-Grillin BBQ Fest
VINEMONT, Ala. – On Saturday, Oct. 26, the air will take on the distinctive smell of sticky and sweet barbecue as grill masters and competitors take to the fires for Vinemont’s Chillin’-N-Grillin’ BBQ Fest.
The festival, centered around the best of the best behind the...
Vinemont council tables software talks, prepares for senior luncheon
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday resumed discussions on Text MyGov communications software and chose to table the item of business until its next meeting. It also discussed the next senior luncheon.
On Monday, Aug. 19, the council will host its monthly Senior Luncheon at the Vinemont...
Retail site to ‘transform’ area in north Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new retail center is under development just north of Urban Cookhouse and Pasquale’s on the northbound side of U.S. Highway 31 and 12th Way North in Cullman. This new development is slated to open in late 2025 if all goes...
Cullman Lions Club presents $50K to Good Samaritan Health Clinic
CULLMAN, Ala. - In April, the Good Samaritan Health Clinic announced plans to build a new location along Veterans Drive Southwest to better serve the residents of Cullman County. On Friday, Aug. 16, the Cullman Lions Club helped the clinic step closer to breaking...
Obituary: Douglas Wayne Cordes
Douglas Wayne Cordes, age 48, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Douglas was born in Cullman, Alabama on September 5, 1975 to David Wayne and Margie Ann Todd Cordes. He is preceded in death by his mother: Margie Ann Cordes,...
Obituary: Marjorie Alyce-Snow Etheredge
We announce the everlasting life of our beloved mother, Marjorie Alyce Snow Etheredge, 94, from Logan, Alabama. Margie went home to her precious Lord and Savior on August 16, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Margie was born on May 9, 1930, to Felix and...
Obituary: Annette Marie Alexander
Funeral service for Annette Marie Alexander, age 84, of Cullman, will be Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 3 p.m. at Valley Springs Baptist Church, with Bro. Jeremie Clark and Pastor Tim Box officiating. Mrs. Alexander will lie in state at the church from 2-3...
Obituary: Pat Rich Thomas
Funeral service for Pat Rich Thomas, age 75, of Cullman, will be Monday, August 19, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Jim Laney officiating. Visitation will be at the chapel from 12-2 p.m. and interment will be at South...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 16, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 16, 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
August 15
theft of property-4th degree; City of Cullman; miscellaneous;...
West Point High School Class of 1974 celebrates 50 years
The West Point High School Class of 1974 recently celebrated its 50-year class reunion at The Barn at Lake Catoma.
Attending classmates were:
Back row, left to right, David Hale, Michael Campbell, Mike Floyd, Darrell Fell, Matt Smith, Buford Shedd, Keith Penn, Ken Cornelius, Ranney Steele,...
Alpha Nutrition and The Garage hosting cash prize unsanctioned powerlifting meet Aug. 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alpha Nutrition and The Garage are teaming up to host an in-house, unsanctioned powerlifting meet with cash prizes. The meet is set for Saturday, Aug. 24, from 4 p.m. until the last athlete has completed his or her lift. Competing athletes...
Pet of the week: Meet Sable
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the beautiful, elegant and sweet Sable, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week. She is a shepherd mix who is approximately 5-6 months old.
Sable is sharp girl who loves being in the company of others. She is a medium-energy pup and...
Severe thunderstorms possible today through Sunday
CLANTON, Ala. – Several clusters of showers and thunderstorms will move from northwest to southeast across Alabama today through Sunday. A few damaging wind gusts and hail are the main threats. Frequent lightning and heavy downpours will also occur. There is no tornado potential.
The...
Obituary: Janet Carol Peebles
Janet Carol Peebles, age 68, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024.
A visitation for Janet will be held Monday, August 19, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel, 1901 2nd Avenue, N.W., Cullman, Alabama 35055. The...
Obituary: Dorothy Rice
Dorothy Rice, age 95, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024.
A visitation for Dorothy will be held Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home, 1901 2nd Avenue, N.W., Cullman, Alabama 35055. A funeral service...
Obituary: Melanie Rae Watkins
Melanie Rae Watkins, age 66, of Morris, Alabama passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024.
Melanie is survived by her sister Marilyn Dean Whitton and her brother Ricky (Marilyn) Dean; her sons Johnny Ray Sego, Anthony Shawn (Katherine) Dean, her grandchildren Alex Dean, Summer Dean,...
Obituary: John Purdy
With deep sorrow we announce the funeral services for John Purdy which will be 4 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. The family will receive friends at Hanceville Funeral Home...
Obituary: Joel Franklin Moon
Funeral service for Joel Franklin Moon, age 88, of Crane Hill, will be Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. Visitation will be held at the chapel from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and interment will be at Mt....
Commission approves purchase of road equipment
CULLMAN, Ala. – At its August meeting, the Cullman County Commission ended months of discussions surrounding the Cullman County Road Department and its aged and deteriorating equipment.
As discussed at its July meeting, the road department has been in need of major equipment upgrades including...
Long-Lewis acquires Cullman’s Eckenrod Ford Lincoln
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Long-Lewis Automotive Group, effective Aug. 12, 2024, acquired Eckenrod Ford Lincoln in Cullman. The official name of the dealership is Long-Lewis Ford Lincoln of Cullman.
Long-Lewis purchased all assets, including the real estate, and will also retain all Eckenrod employees. This...
Obituary: Sherry Boone-Nelson
A memorial service for Sherry Boone-Nelson, 67, of Hanceville, will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.
Sherry, a beloved member of our community, was born on March 1, 1957 in Cullman, AL and passed away peacefully on Aug. 13, 2024, in Boaz. A...
