Tag: Local
Obituary: Barbara Ann Alexander
Barbara Ann Alexander, age 73, of Arley, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023 at her residence.
She was born July 5, 1949 in Gadsden, Alabama.
Barbara...
Obituary: Rachel Hannah Yates
Memorial service is incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date for Rachel Hannah Yates, 75, of Cullman.
Rachel passed away...
Pet of the week: Make healthy choices with Oats
CULLMAN, Ala. – Oats, an approximately 2-year-old male pit bull terrier mix with a toasted tan coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman...
WSCC hosting event for women interested in skilled trades
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career & Workforce Development will host “Empowered: Women in the Trades,” a Lunch and Learn on Thursday, June...
Obituary: Debbie Kay Herron
Memorial service for Debbie Kay Herron, 65, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m., Sunday, May 21, 2023 at Mission Grove Baptist Church.
Debbie passed...
Obituary: Mary Stansell Lovvorn
Mary Stansell Lovvorn, 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. Mary was born in Cullman, AL.
A visitation for Mary will...
PREP CHEER: ‘Always have faith in yourself and your team’: Good...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope sophomore cheerleader Jessalyn Nichols. This was her first season on the varsity...
City school board recognizes CMS Archery Team
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board at its meeting Tuesday evening recognized the Cullman Middle School Archery Team, which this year placed...
Obituary: Sharon Kay Clark
Sharon Kay Clark, age 71, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at her residence.
Sharon was born on May 17, 1951 in...
Obituary: Timothy “Tim” Alton Mullican
Timothy “Tim” Alton Mullican, 65, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at his home.
Tim was born on Nov. 29,...
Obituary: Jody Gasser Buxton
Jody Gasser Buxton, 76, of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at her residence. She was born January 6, 1947 in Cullman,...
Obituary: Mary Carolyn Burbridge
Mary Carolyn Burbridge, age 86, of Logan, AL, formerly of Shirley, AR, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at her residence. She was born...
Campbell, Page named to Berry College spring 2023 Dean’s List
ROME, Ga. - The Berry College Dean's List honors students who posted an academic average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while...
Obituary: Jackie O’Dell Mikel, Jr.
Jackie O’Dell Mikel, Jr., 26, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away on May 16, 2023. D.J. was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on October 14,...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Grow together as a team and family’: West Point’s...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point sophomore Katie Beth Yovino was moved from the JV squad to the varsity team toward the end of...
Mayor gives road work update
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night had a light agenda, with Mayor Woody Jacobs giving an update on ongoing road...
Cullman County Probate Office implements e-recording
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Probate Office has implemented e-recording of some documents. Wendy Lambert, the office’s bookkeeper, address the Cullman County Commission...
Baileyton hosts 3rd annual Family Fun Day
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The morning sun poured down on Baileyton as dozens of arts and crafts purveyors, food tents and local merchants put the...
CHS seniors celebrate college picks with sidewalk art
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seniors preparing to depart Cullman High School have earned close to $5 million and counting in scholarships, so the school celebrated...
Obituary: Frances Onita Shockley
The funeral service for Frances Onita Shockley, 71, of Cullman, will be 11 a.m., Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home. Rev. Larry...
Obituary: Ralph Derriel Brooks, Sr.
Ralph Derriel Brooks, Sr., 92, of Berlin, went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 15, 2023. Welcoming him home was his...
Cullman Regional names new Chief Operating Officer
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Regional Medical Center has named Jason Cunningham, MHA, FACHE, as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Cunningham will be responsible...
April 2023 health department scores
CULLMAN, Ala. – Each month, food establishments are inspected by the Alabama Department of Health and graded on every aspect of the business.
Below are...
PREP TRACK & FIELD: ‘If you keep continuing to work hard,...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – This track & field season was another successful one at Good Hope as the Raiders finished runners-up in Sectionals for...
Cullman Homeschool Theater to present ‘Politically Correct Bedtime Stories’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Homeschool Theater will present "Politically Correct Bedtime Stories" on Saturday, May 20, at 3 p.m. at No Fences Cowboy Church.
According...
East’s outdoor classroom certified by NWF
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School on Monday morning, May 15, hosted a certification ceremony for its outdoor classroom, which has been named a...
Threat to St. Bernard deemed not credible; classes to resume Tuesday
CULLMAN, Ala. – A threat made online against St. Bernard Preparatory School in Cullman over the weekend was determined to not be credible, according...
Obituary: Earnie Houlier Haynes
Funeral service for Earnie Houlier Haynes, age 88, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Cullman First Baptist...
Obituary: Charles Edward Holcomb
Charles Edward Holcomb, jack of all trades and master of none, passed away on May 14, 2023, at the age of 76. Mr. Holcomb...
Obituary: Donna Sue Brown
Graveside service for Donna Sue Brown, 61, of Parrish, Alabama will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Etha Cemetery, Rev. Steve...
Obituary: David Bruce Pylant
David Bruce Pylant, age 74, of Pine Mountain, GA, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023 at his residence of heart failure.
He was born Feb....
‘It was all about working together’: West Point’s Jasmine Quick recaps...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to West Point's Jasmine Quick about some of the many great memories during her time...
WSCC Respiratory Therapy graduates recognized
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Respiratory Therapy program graduated more than two dozen students during its annual pinning ceremony.
Class president Jaida Johnson...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Legendary mothers
While creating the mother character, Frau Ruehl, in the folktale “WUNDERGARTEN,” I didn’t have to look far for stellar examples. I was lucky to...
Files from Yesteryear: 1904, 1934
From the files of 1904
Warm, dry weather continues.
Arthur Sanderman is behind the counter at Vinemont Grocery Company.
Indications point to a victory for the Democratic...
Editorial: What is motherhood?
I have been tasked with the insurmountable feat of summing up motherhood, in honor of
Mother's Day. For reference, I like to call myself an...
Space: Cullman students learn planets with creative projects
CULLMAN, Ala. - Elementary students in Cullman City Schools spent recent weeks learning about space and the planets that make up our solar system...
Obituary: Jayne Marie Givens
Funeral service for Jayne Marie Givens, 59, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
CCBOE hosts armed forces signing day
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) on Friday, May 12, hosted high school juniors and seniors at the central office for...
Wallace State celebrates commencement for Class of 2023
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College and President Dr. Vicki Karolewics celebrated the college’s commencement in Traditions Bank Arena of Tom Drake Coliseum....
‘If you don’t belong, don’t be long’
Beggars & Thieves pays it forward for those in need
CULLMAN, Ala. – You've likely seen Beggars & Thieves around town. The large black and...
Gentry, others visit Texas border
CULLMAN, Ala. – Last week Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry was part of a delegation from Alabama that traveled to the U.S.-Mexico border in...
Baileyton ‘Good Time’ Drag Strip under new management
BAILEYTON, Ala. - The Baileyton “Good Time” Drag Strip is under new management. As of Friday, May 12, Adam Davis has taken over management...
William Sherrer of Bremen participating in UA Cooperative Education Program
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - University of Alabama student William Sherrer, of Bremen, is participating in UA's Cooperative Education Program during the summer 2023 semester. Sherrer...
Obituary: Wilma Lee Corkren Self
Wilma Lee Corkren Self, age 63 of Haleyville, Alabama, formerly of Brilliant, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023, at North Alabama Medical Center in...
Obituary: Gail Rogers Goodwin
Gail Rogers Goodwin, age 84, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023.
Gail is survived by her son Bobby Michael Goodwin; her...
South Vinemont Council votes to annex properties
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night voted to annex four parcels off of Goodwin Road.
According to Town Clerk...
Obituary: Cynthia Dianne Burnham-Yahn
Cynthia Dianne Burnham-Yahn, 66, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on May 11, 2023. She was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on April 4, 1957,...
Obituary: Carole Jones Sellers
A Graveside Service for Carole Jones Sellers will be 12 p.m., Monday, May 15, 2023 at Hopewell Cemetery. The family will receive friends from...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 12, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP CHEER: ‘Be a Christ-like example for my teammates’: Good Hope’s...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope sophomore Cori Melanie has been on the varsity cheer team for three years and the varsity competition team...
‘Home’: Cullman Women Sing spring concert
CULLMAN, Ala. – The setting sun poured in through the towering stained glass windows of Seventh Street Baptist Church on Tuesday evening as Cullman...
Holly Pond’s Tapscott awarded Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Ethan Tapscott was awarded the High School Attending Two-Year Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 5,...
Saint Bernard recognizes students on Honors Night
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard recognized students for their academic accomplishments during the 2022-23 Academic year on May 3 in the Abbey Byre.
Headmaster Fr....
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats fall in 6A semifinals at No. 1...
OXFORD, Ala. -- Rain postponed the Class 6A semifinals matchup between Cullman and Oxford Wednesday night, but the Bearcats and the Jackets were able...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Ross
Patricia Ann Ross, age 91, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.
A visitation for Patricia will be held Sunday, May 14,...
Gudger addresses health care visitation bill, I-65, mental health
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, recently gave an update on legislation he’s been working on this session.
Gudger sponsored Senate Bill 113, aimed...
Jim ‘Coach’ Taylor receives 2023 Impact Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - When Jim "Coach" Taylor first learned he was the recipient of this year's Impact Award at St. Paul's Lutheran School, he...
Cullman County man sentenced to 75 years for failure to register...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Greg Nicholas on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, sentenced David Lee Moore, of Hanceville, to 75 years...
Ribbon cut on new basketball court at Smith Lake Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was cut on the new basketball court at Smith Lake Park on Tuesday, May 9.
Due to the location and...
City announces Depot Park improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman on Thursday announced it will be making infrastructure changes to Depot Park. This will occur immediately to...
Obituary: David Lloyd Corbin, 49
Celebration of Life Visitation for David Lloyd Corbin, age 49, of Cullman, will be 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 14, 2023,...
Obituary: John Paul Luke Tomeny
John Paul Luke Tomeny, 24, passed away on May 6, 2023.
Born May 6, 1999 to Dr. Patrick and Nelly Tomeny in Dunedin, FL,...
Obituary: Carles Lemeul Farr
Carles Lemeul Farr, age 69, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023.
Carles is survived by his wife, Shirley Renee Farr; his...
Obituary: Sylvia Evelyn Annunziato
Sylvia Evelyn Annunziato, 73, of Hanceville, passed away on May 9, 2023, at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born July 28,...
Obituary: Carolotta Lou Cox-Miller
Funeral services for Carolotta Lou Cox-Miller of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Friday, May 12, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: James Jeremy Morrison
Graveside Service for James Jeremy Morrison, age 47, of Cullman, was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Be the best teammate I can be’: Holly Pond’s...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond Sophomore Alyssia Mitchell about her experience playing both volleyball and basketball for...
‘Eat. Drink. Wander.’
The National opens
CULLMAN, Ala – The National, a stylish and fresh new gastropub in the historic district of Cullman has officially opened its doors....
31 Hanceville High students inducted into National Honor Society
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thirty-one Hanceville High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society in a ceremony held Sunday, May 7, at the...
PREP SOFTBALL: Holly Pond’s season ends at East Regional with losses...
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – The Lady Broncos hit the road Tuesday morning to compete in this year’s East Regional Tournament in Albertville but unfortunately for...
Obituary: Faye Nell McGriff
Funeral Service for Faye Nell McGriff, age 91, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at New Hope #2...
Obituary: Robin William Fergusson Franks
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Robin William Fergusson Franks, 80, of Blountsville, Alabama.
Mr. Franks passed away May 9, 2023 at his...
Obituary: Cora Lee Ola Pigg
Cora Lee Ola Pigg, 96, of Addison, passed away May 8, 2023 at her residence.
She was born May 22, 1926, in Addison, Alabama. Cora...
Obituary: Bobby Joe Waldrip
Bobby Joe Waldrip, age 89, lifelong resident of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023.
Bobby was born in Bremen, Alabama on April...
‘We will forever be indebted to Hope Horses’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. hosted its popular Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser, Hats, Horses and Hope, Saturday evening, May 6. The event...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats preparing for semifinal battle at No. 1...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats topped Mortimer Jordan on the road in round one, swept Athens in round two and took a thrilling, three-game...
Council recognizes EES Archery Team, recaps Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night recognized the East Elementary School Archery Team, who took the state title in the...
Good Hope’s Peyton Caudle receives City of Good Hope Endowed Scholarship
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council hosted its first May meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and the main topic...
Obituary: Olean Harper
Our dear mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Olean Harper, was called home to glory on May 7, 2023, and she will be sorely missed....
Obituary: Lt. Col. Raymond O’Neal Lindsey (Ret)
Funeral service for Lt. Col. Raymond O'Neal Lindsey (Ret), age 86, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at...
Obituary: Danny Skinner
Funeral service for Danny Skinner, age 71, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church...
Obituary: Deborah Kay (Turner) Goodson
Funeral services for Deborah Kay (Turner) Goodson, 61, of Union Grove, Alabama will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home...
Obituary: Franklin Elidge Glover
Franklin Elidge Glover, 76, of Vinemont, went home to Jesus on Friday, May 5, 2023 at UAB Hospital. He was born Feb. 21, 1947.
Our...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Good Hope will always have a special place in...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Good Hope senior Bonnie Williams. She shared some of her best memories during her...
3rd annual Grilled Cheese Festival coming to Hanceville May 27
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – You'd be hard-pressed to find a more classic, comforting sandwich than a grilled cheese. Whether a simple white bread and American...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Arts in the Garden
ARTS IN THE GARDEN is a new way to enjoy the natural beauty of Sportsman Lake, the 70-year old, Cullman County Parks and Recreation,...
Taziki’s to open soon; job fair May 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – Taziki's Mediterranean Café is gearing up for its much-anticipated arrival in the community, with a soft opening slated for May 30,...
Files from yesteryear: 1937, 1954
From the files of 1937
October is here -the month of witches, black cats and spooks. Already at Fairview High we are looking forward to...
STATE TRACK MEET: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles capture 2A State...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Another state track meet is in the books and this year the Cold Springs Eagles and Lady Eagles are your Class...
Obituary: John Costin
John Costin, age 53, of Double Springs, passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
John was born February...
Obituary: Glenn “Clyde” Eugene Bonner Jr.
Glenn “Clyde” Eugene Bonner Jr., age 62, of Double Springs, Alabama, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2023, at his residence.
Clyde was born on June...
Obituary: Sherry Lane Morris
Sherry Lane Morris, 68, of Cullman, passed away May 5, 2023 in Cullman, Alabama.
A private graveside ceremony for the immediate family will be held on...
7th graders conquer drone race
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Schools seventh graders on Friday took part in the second annual Cullman County Drone Race at Wallace State Community...
Seniors twist, twirl and dip at Strawberry Festival Senior Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – A little drizzle and unseasonably chilly temps weren't going to stop hundreds of Cullman area seniors from celebrating Senior Day at...
CCCDD unveils renovations to 1st group home
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Center for the Developmentally Disabled (CCCDD) Executive Director Charese Morris on Thursday afternoon was thrilled to unveil finished renovations...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats advance to state semifinals with dramatic, 4-2...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats punched their ticket to the 6A State Semifinals with a 4-2 win over Gardendale Friday night and they...
Obituary: Hershell Eugene Downs
Graveside service for Hershell Eugene Downs, 82, of Hanceville, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery.
Mr. Downs...
Obituary: Terry Wayne Thomason
Terry Wayne Thomason, age 48, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Terry was born in Stuttgart, Germany on Oct. 21,...
Obituary: Freeda Idella Hawkins Hudson
Freeda Idella Hawkins Hudson, age 98, of Cullman, AL. died Friday, May 5, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents: John Homer and...
