‘Stuff the Bus’ brings in more than 21K school supplies
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County recently completed its seventh annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive. Residents were invited to donate new school supplies at drop-off locations around the community. They donated more than 21,000 individual school supplies that will...
Allen warns Alabama residents of ‘misleading’ voter registration PSA
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Secretary of State Wes Allen is warning Alabama residents about what he says is a misleading public service announcement currently airing in Alabama. “The PSA, distributed by Vote411, an operation of the League of Women Voters, instructs Alabamians to register to vote using...
The Link’s annual gala set for Nov. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County will host its annual gala on Friday, Nov. 1, at 6 p.m. at the Cotton Creek Warehouse. This year, the theme of the gala is ‘Fruitful,’ paying homage to the work and services The Link offers...
Cullman County Imagination Library celebrates 3 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) and the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) on Thursday celebrated the third year of the partnership between the FPLCC and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which puts books into the hands...
Gentry will not seek reelection
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry on Friday, Aug. 2, said he will not seek a fourth term. Gentry addressed media and spectators alike regarding his decision at St. John’s Evangelical Protestant Church Youth Center just after 9:30 a.m.
“I think about the last...
Obituary: Anthony “Tony” Louis Goodwin
Anthony "Tony" Louis Goodwin, age 63, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024.
Tony is survived by his brother Kenny (Brenda) Goodwin; his niece Kandiss Goodwin, his great niece Saban Goodwin, his best friend Dudley Brock and his faithful dogs Buddy and...
Obituary: Mary Ruth Ballard
Funeral services for Mary Ruth Ballard, 76, of Crane Hill will be 2 p.m., Wednesday August 7th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Bethany Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from 12:30 p.m. until 2 p.m. at...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 2, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 2, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
August 1
domestic violence-3rd degree; person; Katie Ln. SW
domestic violence-3rd...
Obituary: Lucille Gilley
Lucille Gilley, of Cullman, Alabama, entered into the presence of our Lord on Tuesday evening, July 30, 2024, at the age of 95. Ms. Gilley was born in Ohio, on October 6, 1928, to William Thomas “Tom” and Effie Mae Lamberth Dunlap.
Lucille was a...
Cullman Regional expands pediatric services with new clinic and physicians
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional is expanding its pediatric program. Expanded services include new pediatric physicians, a new larger pediatric clinic location and a pediatric hospitalist program to provide 24/7 coverage for the hospital.
Beginning Sept. 3, pediatricians John Licata and Christopher Dodd will see...
Student-led podcast, ‘The Mane Topic,’ highlights diverse student life at WSCC
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In a roar of creativity, students at Wallace State Community College have launched their own podcast, aptly named “The Mane Topic,” as a reference to the college's Lion mascot.
The driving force behind the launch of “The Mane Topic” is Vianney Verdin...
Obituary: Shaunda Lanette Billiot
Shaunda Lanette Billiot, age 38 of Joppa, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Cullman Regional. She was born Saturday, December 28, 1985, to Greg Billiot and Jenny Runge.
She was preceded in death by her son, Mason Frank; grandfather, Curtis Billiot and grandparents,...
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry will not seek reelection
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry on Friday, Aug. 2, said he will not seek a fourth term.
Gentry addressed media and spectators alike regarding his decision at St. John’s Evangelical Protestant Church Youth Center just after 9:30 a.m.
As is his style, Gentry spoke...
Elements teams up with Curt’s Closet for back-to-school drive
CULLMAN, Ala. - Elements Health and Wellness Spa located in the Warehouse District in downtown Cullman has teamed up with Curt’s Closet for a back-to-school drive. The spa is collecting donations for area families including school supplies, clothing and more to be given to...
Obituary: Susan Marie Evans
Susan Marie Evans, age 61, from Cullman, passed from this life on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. A
funeral service for her will be at Missionary Grove Baptist Church on Monday, Aug. 5, 2024,
at 2p.m. Visitation will be held from noon -2 p.m. with interment following at Missionary Grove
Baptist Church Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Susan was born to Billy Joe Gable Sr. and Gladys Marie Baker Gable.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Phillip Evans; daughter, Brandy Wilson.
She is survived by her parents; brothers, Billy Gable Jr. (Jackie), Ricky Gable; sister, Darlene
Pachik (Steve); grandchild, Aubrey Speegle; and a host of nieces and nephews, family and
friends,
Susan was a very caring person, always giving and thinking of other people. She will be dearly
missed by those who knew and loved her.
Obituary: Audra Danielle ‘Danni’ Johnson
Audra Dannielle 'Danni' Johnson, age 50, from Cullman, passed too soon from this life on
Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at her residence. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Danni was born to Alva L. Dubberly and Paula Humphries Dubberly in Jasper,
Alabama.
She is preceded in death by her father, her grandparents, and aunts and uncles.
She is survived by her husband, George Johnson, Jr.; and her mother, Paula Dubberly.
Danni was a faithful member of the Bread of Life Church, and she loved her church family as
much as they loved her. She was very talented and liked to spend her free time cross stitching
and baking cakes, especially wedding cakes. She was a CNA and put her heart and soul into her
job. She adored her elderly patients and even bought things they needed with her own money.
She cared for all people and loved animals. She was a shining light to everyone who knew her.
Obituary: Dorothy Dean Mays
Funeral services for Dorothy Dean Mays, 84, of Hanceville will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4 at Damascus Missionary Baptist Church. Family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the church.
Dot was born to S.A. and Tressie (Allred) Dean. She graduated from...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 1, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 1, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 29
domestic violence; CR 385
assault; CR 1341
theft of property; CR 222
domestic violence; CR 747
theft of...
Branch Books now open in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - A family owned bookstore opened a second location, Branch Books, in Cullman this summer.
Branch Books Owners Robert and Cheryl Kahlstorf opened their first location, in Hartselle, five years ago. The idea for opening the second location came after some of their...
More than 40 graduate from WSCC Occupational Therapy Assistant program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 40 students from Wallace State Community College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program were recognized at its annual pinning ceremony for graduates.
Interim program director Rachel Gooch compared the journey for the 43 graduates to growing plant.
One of her favorite quotes...
Sweet Tater Festival returns Sept. 1-2
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation is making plans and preparing for the introduction of fall with one of its larger festivals: the 28th Annual Sweet Tater Festival, which will kick off on Sunday, Sept. 1, and run until Monday, Sept. 2,...
Library celebrates birthday of ‘the boy who lived’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from the Hogwarts Houses of Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw and Slytherin took control of the Cullman County Public Library on Wednesday, July 31, as part of the library’s birthday celebration for the literary character Harry Potter.
Cullman County Public Library System Director...
Obituary: Douglas McArthur Hagood
Douglas McArthur Hagood, age 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024.
Douglas is survived by his wife, Johnnie Hagood; his daughter Connie Lawrence (Jamie); and his son Brian Hagood (Cecelia); his sister Betty Tubbs; his grandchildren Madison Lawrence, Lauren Hagood, Morgan...
Obituary: Sherrie G. Allison
Sherrie G Allison, age 84, formerly from Peoria Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2024, in Cullman, Alabama.
Born August 8, 1939, as Sherrie Gail Hale in Cullman County Alabama. Preceded in death by her parents Elmus and Ruby Hale. Brothers Elmus (Hunky) Hale,...
Obituary: Richard Morris Kocurek, Sr., LCpl
A Celebration of Life with military honors Service for Richard Morris Kocurek, Sr., LCpl, is Friday, August 2, 2024, at 3 p.m., at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation time with the family will be from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. prior to the service....
GOLD! Auburn’s Lee, Team USA finish on top in team competition
PARIS – Auburn’s Sunisa Lee and Team USA put on a show Tuesday, winning gold in the women’s artistic gymnastics team competition at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
“This team has definitely been through a lot,” Lee said. “We had so many expectations on us, but we...
Jacksonville State unveils Loring and Debbie White Football Complex
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. -- Jacksonville State University (Jax State) is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the Loring and Debbie White Football Complex, a state-of-the-art facility that will serve as the new home for Gamecock football. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on Saturday, July 27,...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 31, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 26, 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
July 29
retail theft of property-2nd degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise;...
Obituary: Louise Powell
Mrs. Dale Louise Powell, age 87, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away at Cullman Regional Medical Center July 28, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born on January 6th, 1937 to Louis Monroe and Annie Levonia Evans in Cullman.
She is survived by her: daughter,...
Obituary: Janice Graham Tucker
Janice Graham Tucker, age 74, of Cullman, Alabama went to be with the Lord on July 26, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Bruce and Ida Mae Graham, husband, Joe Tucker and siblings: Aaron, Othel, and Royce Graham. She is survived by...
Obituary: Ruby A. White
Ruby A. Denney White, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on July 28, 2024, at the age of 94. Ms. White was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on July 20, 1930, to John Barlow and Mary East Denney.
Ms. White was a member of Maple Street...
Obituary: Andrew Joseph Hoenig
Funeral Service for Andrew Joseph Hoenig, age 74, of Athens, is Saturday, August 3, 2024, at 2 p.m., at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Wade Maynard, Andy John King, and Eric Pugh officiating. Visitation will be held from at the chapel from 12...
Worship InStyle Camp returns Aug. 3 at Smith Lake Baptist Church
CULLMAN, Ala. - Smith Lake Baptist Church and Redeeming Grace Church are joining forces to host the annual Worship InStyle Camp at Smith Lake Baptist Church on Aug. 3, from 1-6:30 p.m. Clay Tankersley, associate pastor of Crossroads Baptist in Hayden, will deliver the...
Obituary: Dexter Scott
Funeral services for Dexter Scott, 67, of Dora, will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 2 at Pleasant Grove Methodist Church. Burial will follow the service at Colony Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from noon until 1 p.m. at Pleasant Grove...
Obituary: Teresa Myers Barnett
Teresa Myers Barnett, age 71, of Crane Hill, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Teresa was born to Jimmy Ray Myers and Dorothy Eloise Light Myers.
The following is written...
MASQUERADE! Victim Services planning Oct. 17 Masquerade Ball
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman, a nonprofit that provides crisis response, recovery and prevention programs for families impacted by domestic violence, is gearing up for one of its most significant fundraising ventures of the year. The fourth annual Victim Services of Cullman...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 30, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 30, 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
July 25
retail theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise;...
Go Platinum Salon offering free haircuts and supplies to K-12 students Aug. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Go Platinum Salon will host a back-to-school event offering free haircuts and school supplies for K-12 students. The event will be held on Aug. 3, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Daystar Church. Additionally, the Kool Breeze ice cream truck will be...
Sticky, sweet fun at the Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library was buzzing with excitement on Monday, July 29. Local beekeeper Heather Sinyard visited the institution to educate children about the importance of pollinators and the duties, instincts and lifestyle of the honeybees...
Cullman’s Drew Conway earns $1K Alfa Foundation Scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Drew Conway of Cullman was recently selected as one of 100 recipients of the 2024-25 Alfa Foundation Scholarship Program. Conway, a junior at Auburn University majoring in civil engineering, received $1,000 to use toward tuition, fees, books or supplies.
Since 2014, the Alfa Foundation has awarded $1.050 million to deserving students through its scholarship...
Ethos Craft Brewing and Bloom Winery coming to Good Hope this fall
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A new entertainment and dining option is making its way to Good Hope. In early fall, Paul White hopes to open his new craft brewery, Ethos, along with another business, Bloom Winery.
The shared space will be an open-air area with...
Obituary: Barbara Joan Brandon
Barbara Joan Brandon, age 87, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024.
Mrs. Brandon is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Asa Lee Brandon, her parents, Ed & Agnes Huffstutler; son, Lantry Brandon; son-in-law, Brent Wix; sister Mary McLeroy...
Obituary: Jonathan Shane Phillips
Jonathan Shane Phillips, age 37, of Hayden, Alabama passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024. He was born in Birmingham Alabama on April 9, 1987 to John Eric Phillips Sr. and Vicki Hughes Phillips.
He is survived by his parents, daughter: Charlee Kate Phillips, sister:...
Obituary: Angus Plez Grace Sr.
Angus Plez Grace Sr., age 84 of Cullman, Alabama (formerly of Plant City, Florida) went to be with Jesus on July 26, 2024. He is welcomed into heaven's gates by his daughter Terri Marie Clark and his beloved granddaughter Anastasia Nichole Boyd.
Angus was born...
Obituary: Rickey Lee Laseter
Funeral Service for Rickey Lee Laseter, age 66, of Cullman, is Wednesday July 31, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with Dusty Pinkard officiating. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and interment will be at Memory Gardens...
Cullman’s Juliana Brannon earns $1,000 Alfa Foundation Scholarship
Juliana Brannon of Cullman was recently selected as one of 100 recipients of the 2024-25 Alfa Foundation Scholarship Program. Brannon, a freshman at The University of Alabama majoring in communicative disorders, received $1,000 to use toward tuition, fees, books or supplies.
Since 2014, the Alfa Foundation has awarded $1,050,000 to deserving students through its scholarship program, which...
Cullman’s Annalee Allen earns $1,000 Alfa Foundation Scholarship
Annalee Allen of Cullman was recently selected as one of 100 recipients of the 2024-25 Alfa Foundation Scholarship Program. Allen, a freshman at Wallace State Community College majoring in poultry science, received $1,000 to use toward tuition, fees, books or supplies.
Since 2014, the Alfa Foundation has awarded $1,050,000 to deserving students through its scholarship program, which...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 29, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 29, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 25
domestic violence; Hwy. 278
unauthorized use of motor vehicle; CR 568
harassment; CR 643
theft of property;...
Alabama Football Preseason Ticket Sales Update
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – With just over one month until the start of the 2024 season, five of Alabama football's seven home games are now sold out through the Alabama ticket office.
The sellouts so far include: Sept. 7 vs USF, Sept. 28 vs. Georgia, Oct. 12 vs. South...
Velvet Summer brings new look to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High graduate and Vinemont resident Samantha Sanford had a vision to create a color block-style store that featured all things fun and joy-filled, sporting plants, flowers, home decor and more.
On June 10, 2024, that vision came to fruition as her plant,...
From serving to selling and everything in between
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bill Fisher spent 25 years and one month in law enforcement before retiring in September 2023.
Bill (called Mr. Bill by many) served as a Student Resource Officer, patrol deputy and had many other titles during his tenure at the Cullman County...
Hanceville City Council approves CCTV bid
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, July 25, the Hanceville City Council approved a bid to install more and update city hall’s current CCTV system. The bid amount was approved for $4,995 for all-inclusive installation services and equipment from Superior...
By Grace Beauty & Wellness celebrates 1 year with ladies’ night
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of Cullman’s newer medical spas, By Grace Beauty & Wellness, hosted a celebratory event geared toward the ladies on Thursday night, July 25.
As attendees filtered through the spa doors, the By Grace team invited them to complete a slip with...
Hanceville council schedules public hearing considering tattoo studios
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At the last meeting of the Hanceville City Council on July 11, the council tabled discussions on updating the City’s current zoning ordinance to allow consideration for verbiage for a tattoo studio to be operated legally within city limits.
At its meeting...
St. Andrew’s hosting Back-2-School Bash Aug. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Andrew’s Global Methodist Church in Cullman is hosting its Back-2-School Bash on Sunday, Aug. 4, from 2-4 p.m. St. Andrew’s is located at 615 Main Ave. SW.
The Back-2-School Bash will feature a variety of activities, including games, inflatables and frozen...
Keeping Cullman beautiful: Meet the ‘flower girls’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs at a recent city council meeting complimented a team of women he termed Cullman’s “flower girls,” noting their skillful work in beautifying the city’s downtown streetscapes with hanging baskets, flower beds and landscaping. Intrigued, The Tribune wanted...
Obituary: Timothy L. Holmes
Timothy L Holmes, age 38 of Vinemont, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. He was born Tuesday, November 12, 1985, to Keith (Kelly) Glenn Holmes and Debra Rainwater. He was preceded in death by his mother. Survivors include his father, Keith (Kelly) Holmes; brothers, Christopher...
Obituary: Chester Delaune
It is with heavy hearts and fond memories that we announce the passing of Chester L. “Chet” Delaune on July 25th, 2024, at his residence. He was a loving husband to Sharon, a devoted father (Papa Smurf) to Cassie (Chris) Jones and Jackie (Greg)...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 26, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 26, 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
July 23
fraudulent use of credit/debit card; person; miscellaneous charges
July...
Good Hope’s Back-to-School Bash Aug. 1
GOOD HOPE, Ala. The City of Good Hope will host its annual Back-to-School Bash on Thursday, Aug. 1 from 5-7 p.m. at Good Hope’s Municipal Park, located at 135 Municipal Drive.
“It's that time of year again, back to school in just a few weeks....
City announces completion of RR crossing safety upgrade
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Wednesday, July 24, announced the completion of a major safety upgrade at the Arnold Street Southeast railroad crossing. In partnership with CSX, a state-of-the-art four-quadrant gate barrier system has been installed, marking a significant improvement in...
Pet of the week: Bow (wow) down to King Arthur!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Arthur is German Shepherd who is approximately 2 years old.
This kingly shepherd is low to medium energy. He is beautiful inside, as well as out, and absolutely loves the time you're able to devote to him. Arthur thrives in your company but...
Obituary: Frances Ruth Jackson
Frances Ruth Jackson, age 91, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024.
A visitation for Frances will be held Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 10 a.m. till the service time at 12 p.m. Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel. Internment will occur at Fellowship...
Obituary: William Henry Clark
Funeral services for William Henry Clark, 93, of Cullman, Alabama will be Saturday, July 27th at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Mountain Grove Congregational Cemetery in Hanceville. Bro. Doug Pitts will be officiating services. Visitation will...
Obituary: James “Jim” Michael Israel
James "Jim" Michael Israel, age 56, of Cullman passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the VA Medical Center in Birmingham. He was born in Mineral Wells, Texas, on May 2nd, 1968. Jim leaves behind a legacy of kindness, love, generosity, humility, and...
Obituary: Glen C. Roberts
Funeral Services for Mr. Glen C. Roberts Jr, age 80 of Hanceville, will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Bowman’s Chapel Methodist Church in Crane Hill at 2 p.m. with Pastor W. Thurmond Cleckler officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery....
Obituary: Barbara Joyce Lee
Funeral services for Barbara Joyce Lee will be held Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Cullman
Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 12pm. A graveside service will be held after the memorial service at the...
Obituary: Mayme Louise Tweed
Mayme "Louise" Tweed, age 87, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, at her residence.
Louise was born in Shelton Laurel, North Carolina on May 23, 1937 to Prelon Ray and Coza (Cozy) Chandler Ray. She graduated from White Rock High School....
Arrests and Incidents reported July 25, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 22
criminal mischief; CR 5201
criminal mischief; CR 1592
theft of property; CR 1682
domestic violence; CR 5201
domestic...
Cullman’s Emma Hankey trained for a future in Economic and Community Development
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Emma Hankey, a rising senior at Cullman High School, was one of twenty-five high school seniors to attend the fifth Huntingdon College Economic and Community Development Scholars Program. The two-day, one-night immersive experience took place on the historic Huntingdon College campus...
Wallace State Nursing hosts job fair for students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Nearly two dozen employers were on hand recently to recruit more than 100 Wallace State Nursing students nearing the end of their third semester in the program. That is when they will be allowed to sit for the NCLEX-PN licensure exam...
Hillside Ninety-One hosting family friendly Summer Vendor Market Aug. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hillside Ninety-One is set to host its Summer Vendor Market on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Located at 8989 Alabama Highway 91 in Hanceville, this family friendly event promises a fun-filled day packed full with a wide range...
New school year: Open house info
CULLMAN, Ala. - The new school year is quickly approaching, with Cullman City Schools commencing on Wednesday, Aug. 7 and Cullman County Schools following suit on Thursday, Aug. 8. The first day of school will be one of staggered attendance for both systems.
Cullman County...
Obituary: Steven Roy Cupp
Steven Roy Cupp, 74, of Cullman was preceded in death by parents Earnest Roy Cupp, Jr. and Alesia Chandler Cupp. Sister Karen Cupp Klugh (Ben). Survived in death by his wife, Barbara Marlar Cupp. Children Bryan Cupp, Brandy Cupp (Brandon Gamble), Trey Doyle (Heather),...
Obituary: Billy Olan Rucks
Funeral services for Billy Olan Rucks, 86, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2 p.m. July 26th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Shanghi Cemetery in Walker County. Bro. Rick Davis will be officiating services. The family will welcome friends...
Obituary: Sister Emilie Schmitt, O.S.B
CULLMAN—Sister Emilie Schmitt O.S.B., a Benedictine Sister of Sacred Heart Monastery in Cullman, AL, died peacefully at the monastery on July 22, 2024 at the age of 99 and in the 75th year of her religious profession. Sister Elisabeth Meadows, Prioress, led prayers as...
Obituary: Raymond W. Schaffer
Funeral Service for Raymond W. Schaffer, age 94 of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. and Rosary at 7:30 p.m. on Friday,...
Obituary: Charles Dewayne West
Charles Dewayne West, age 52, of Vinemont, passed from this life on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at his residence. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Charles was born on March 15, 1972 to Billy Wayne...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 24, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 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
July 20
duty upon striking unattended vehicle; person; damage to...
Local mother travels to Texas to seek care for unborn baby
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman resident Holliann Letson was enjoying a typical pregnancy with her second daughter, Evelyn. At her 18-week anatomy scan – the scan often referred to as the “gender scan,” as most babies’ genders can be determined at this stage of pregnancy...
State and local officials cut ribbon on Garden City River Park & fire station improvements
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, representatives from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and other local leaders gathered for a ceremonial ribbon cutting at the Garden City Fire Department’s new fire station Wednesday, July 24, to officially unveil...
City of Good Hope adopts new building codes, talks Back to School Bash
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved an ordinance to update the city’s building codes. In 2022, the state of Alabama requested anyone changing codes to update to the...
6 Wallace State teams earn NJCAA Academic Team of the Year honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Six athletic teams at Wallace State Community College have been honored with NJCAA Academic Team of the Year designations for the 2023-2024 academic year. This recognition highlights the commitment to academic excellence demonstrated by these teams in their respective sports.
The Volleyball...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 23, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 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
July 19
assault-3rd degree; person; Co. Rd. 469
July 20
assault-3rd degree;...
Community invited to 2024 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride Aug. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2024 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride, hosted by 3Sixty Jeep Club, Alabama Sons of Liberty Riders and The Christian Motorcycle Association, is set to take place on Saturday, Aug. 3.
Participants will meet at Jack's on Main Avenue Southwest in...
The Link of Cullman County hosts Rockin’ Good Grocery Giveaway
CULLMAN, Ala, - On Saturday, July 20, The Link of Cullman County partnered with Greater Good Music to host its annual Rockin’ Good Grocery Giveaway. This year, the local food resource event – which is held in parallel to Rock the South – saw...
Cullman City Council approves purchase of building to house Cullman Community Theatre
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, July 22, 2024, approved the purchase of the facilities of the former Clark Street Church of God and Calvary Apostolic First United Pentecostal Church, to create a 200-seat community performing arts center. Among other uses,...
Rock the South sees 50K attendees
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South saw around 50,000 attendees at this year’s three-day festival over the past weekend.
The Cullman Police Department handled things inside the venue, while the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office managed everything outside the venue, including parking.
Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta...
COLUMN: Tips for deer season prep from local hunter Nick Rice
October will be here before we know it, and we all know what that means, bow season opener. July is a great time to get a lot of things done to make sure you are ready for opening day. Don’t procrastinate and be the...
Cullman City Council approves purchase of historic church for future Community Theatre
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a significant move to enhance the cultural and performing arts landscape of Cullman, the Cullman City Council on Monday, July 22, 2024, approved the purchase of the historic First United Pentecostal Church building, located at the corner of Third Avenue...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 22, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 18
domestic violence; CR 1855
possession of dangerous drugs; CR 490
burglary; CR 1856
domestic violence; CR 1855
possession...
Obituary: Angela Leighann Johns
Angela Leighann Allcorn Johns, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Sunday evening, July 21, 2024, at the age of 58. Mrs. Johns was born in Cullman County, Alabama, to Jeannie Elizabeth Burgett Allcorn on November 24, 1965.
Mrs. Johns worked long hours as a...
Obituary: Bonnie Regina Benefield
Bonnie Regina Moore Benefield, 65, passed away on July 17, 2024 at home. She was born in Huntsville, AL to Raymond and Virginia Moore. She graduated from Guntersville High School in 1976 and went on to work as a faithful wife and homemaker for...
APTAT on the Road stops in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Accessing Potential Through Assistive Technology (APTAT) on the Road made a stop at the Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center on Tuesday, July 16. Attendees and individuals with disabilities were given the opportunity to explore the hottest new advancements and equipment in...
Obituary: Thielann Wagner Johnson
Memorial Service for Thielann Wagner Johnson, age 95, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Vinemont First Baptist Church with Joey Smithson officiating.
Mrs. Johnson passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024. She was born, March 19, 1929, to...
Obituary: Donald Stuart Ault
Celebration of Life visitation for Donald Stuart Ault, age 97 of Cullman, will be from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Ault passed away on Friday, July 19,...
Victory Cheer Academy introducing new Victory Gymnastics program in September
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victory Cheer Academy recently announced the launch of its new gymnastics program, Victory Gymnastics, with evaluations scheduled from Aug. 20-23, from 4-7 p.m. As spaces are limited, prospective participants are encouraged to book their slots early to ensure enrollment. Additionally, early...
Cullman Tractor Supply hosting Plant-A-Seed event
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tractor Supply store is inviting young gardeners to its Plant-A-Seed event for a free opportunity to learn the basics of gardening with a hands-on activity.
On July 27, 2024, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., young customers can visit the store to plant a...
‘It means a lot to us’: 138 participate in 11th annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 11th annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run was hosted at St. Bernard Saturday morning and the falling rain didn’t stop a crowd of family, friends and supporters from gathering to support the cause. 138 runners participated in this year’s event and...
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – A crowd of friends, family, former teammates, coaches, fans and more gathered at Stonebridge Farms Saturday night for this year’s Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame Banquet and induction ceremony. After recognizing this year’s scholarship recipients, Hall of Fame Chairman Jackie...
