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CCSO detention deputy arrested following marijuana distribution investigation
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, a detention deputy working for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) was arrested and charged with...
Obituary: Freida Lee Creel
Funeral Service for Freida Lee Creel, age 88, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Larry Paul Vondrasek
Larry Paul Vondrasek, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Aug. 25, 2023, at the age of 65. Larry was born April 9, 1958, in...
First responders recognized by Hanceville City Council
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Despite a fairly light council meeting agenda, Hanceville City Hall was packed with first responders and their superiors, family and friends...
‘Every person showed up to provide their support to the seniors...
Trivia through the Decades brings over $7K for Cullman County Commission on Aging
CULLMAN, Ala. – The competition was intense and the pressure immense as...
Harris, Brown inducted into Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
CULLMAN, Ala. – A group of senior adults was honored Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, with induction into the 2023 class of the Alabama Senior...
Harmony School to receive multiple certifications
Alabama Outdoor Classroom Certification, National Wildlife Federation Schoolyard Habitat Certification and Monarch Butterfly Waystation Certification to be awarded Sept. 22
LOGAN, Ala. - On Friday,...
Obituary: Helen Rita Taylor
Helen Rita Taylor, 87, of Nauvoo, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023 at her residence.
She was born Aug. 7, 1936, in Rhode Island.
A visitation...
Obituary: Hilda Lee-Nichols
Funeral services for Hilda Lee-Nichols, 81, of Bremen, Alabama will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial...
Obituary: Fay Delores Duskin Underwood
Fay Delores Duskin Underwood, 81, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Aug. 25, 2023. Delores was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on April...
Obituary: Megnia Joan Terry
Funeral Service for Megnia Joan Terry, age 80, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023, at Cross Roads Missionary...
Obituary: David Lee Marsh
David Lee Marsh, 60
A memorial gathering for David Lee Marsh, 60, of Hanceville, Alabama will be held from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 25, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 25, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Berlin town council approves FY 2024 budget, prioritizes community projects
BERLIN, Ala. — The Berlin Town Council approved its 2024 fiscal budget on Monday, detailing plans for significant community projects while noting a projected...
Good Hope Middle School debuts “Book Tasting” in new library
GOOD HOPE, Ala. — Good Hope Middle School's freshly inaugurated library came alive with an innovative "Book Tasting" event, conceived to promote diverse reading...
Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County set to host...
CULLMAN, Ala– Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman (FPLCC) will be transporting Cullman to old Hollywood, but it’s not as glamorous as it...
Obituary: Margie Lou Grantham
Graveside Service for Margie Lou Grantham, age 88, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, at Fairview West Cemetery.
Cullman...
Obituary: Bradley Mills Richie
Bradley Mills Richie, 46, of Cullman, passed away Aug. 23, 2023, at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
He was born Nov., 23, 1976.
Visitation will be held...
Obituary: Bernice Lynch Glover
Funeral service for Bernice Lynch Glover, 88, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Michelle Leigh Wade Dean
Michelle Leigh Wade Dean, of Holly Pond, Alabama, met Jesus face to face on Friday morning, Aug. 18, 2023, at the age of 46....
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 24, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 24, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Obituary: Ricky Lynn Schafer
Graveside Service for Ricky Lynn Schafer, age 62, of Falkville, will be at 9 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, at Ebenezer Cemetery with...
Obituary: Judith Ann Bates
Funeral service for Judith Ann Bates, 82, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m., Friday, Aug. 25, 2023 at Bethsadia Baptist Church, Rev. Truman...
Obituary: Joseph Nicholas Holmes
Joseph Nicholas Holmes, age 90, of Cullman, Alabama passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023. Joseph was born in Hickory Valley,...
Car chase from Snead ends at intersection of Hwy. 31 and...
CULLMAN, Ala- According to Cullman Police Department's Adam Clark, the chase began in a neighboring county Wednesday afternoon before the Cullman County Sheriff's Office became involved...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 23, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 23, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Tomato Pie with Blackened Quail top dish at AWF Finals
A down-home dish that utilized Alabama native species of wild game and vegetables was crowned champion recently at the Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) Wild...
Alabama Mushroom Society collects 46 fungi specimens at Sportsman Lake ‘Mycoblitz’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dozens of budding and seasoned naturalists of all ages converged on Sportsman Lake Park’s Wildflower Garden on Saturday, Aug.19, 2023, with...
7th annual Bernard Blues and BBQ Festival returning Sept. 9-10
CULLMAN, Ala. - Get ready to indulge in a weekend of mouthwatering barbecue, lively music and vibrant arts at the seventh annual Bernard Blues...
Obituary: Barbara Ann Hunter
Barbara Ann Hunter, 83, of Houston, Alabama, passed away Aug. 22, 2023 at Arbor Lake Health and Rehab in Auburn, Alabama.
She was born March...
Council recognizes WildWater international students
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday recognized a group of international students who have worked at WildWater this summer. Earlier this...
Obituary: Brenda Lee Snyder
Brenda Lee Snyder, 61, of Arley, passed away Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born June...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Seagroves
Funeral service for Patricia Ann Seagroves, 59, of Hartselle, will be at 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 22, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘Southern hospitality and the will to help one another has no...
Hele Bowls raising funds, collecting donations for Maui wildfire victims
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hele Bowls, a local island-inspired favorite for colorful and fresh poke and...
Vinemont seeing increased attendance at monthly senior lunches
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont seniors gathered once again in the Vinemont Community Center for a few hours of lunch and activities hosted by the...
‘An historic day’
Wallace State hosts grand opening, announces $48.8M in capital investments
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In what President Dr. Vicki Karolewics described as an historic day, Wallace...
Obituary: Michael Earl Ennis
Memorial services are incomplete for Michael Earl Ennis, 71, of Altoona.
He passed away Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 at his residence. He was born...
Obituary: Windol G. Dickinson
Windol G. Dickinson, 88, of Haleyville, passed away Aug. 19, 2023, at Lakeland Community Hospital.
He was born July 4, 1935, in Lynn Alabama. Windol...
Obituary: Wanda Kay Bates
Graveside Service for Wanda Kay Bates, age 71, of Cullman, will be at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, at Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Obituary: Larry Baccus
Larry Baccus, 72, of Haleyville, passed away Aug. 18, 2023, at Princeton Baptist Medical Center.
He was born Nov. 26, 1950, in Haleyville, Alabama.
A memorial...
Obituary: Carol Jean Sims Mosser
Carol Jean Sims Mosser, age 78, of Laurens, passed away on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, at VIA Hospice of Laurens County Hospice House.
Born in...
Partnerships provide strong support system to Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Partnerships with area industries, employers, governments, community leaders, grant-making organizations, K-12 and universities are key to the success of Wallace State...
Alabama Extension expert: Learn how to make kombucha from the comfort...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - What is all the hype about making kombucha? While this fermented drink is available at many retail locations, Alabama Cooperative...
‘Moana Jr.’ coming to Cullman in October
CULLMAN, Ala– While temperatures may be finally cooling off come autumn, Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST), along with Cullman Community Theatre (CCT)...
‘It just kind of felt right to come back to my...
Perspective Eye Care and Eye Wear hosts grand opening brunch
CULLMAN, Ala. – Dr. Kelsie Graffagnino is offering Cullman a new perspective on optometry –...
Obituary: Freda M. Sears
Funeral service for Freda M. Sears, 87, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Lela Mae Whaley
A Mass for Christian burial for Lela Mae Whaley, 88, of Hanceville, will be 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 21, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic...
Cullman Savings Bank to open new drive-through location with retail space,...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A new Cullman Savings Bank building will open later this year, and it will have some unique features. Not only will...
Confederate group donates $800 to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Aug. 17, members of the local camp of the Sons of Confederate Veterans (Thomas Jefferson Denney Camp #1442) presented two...
‘I’m humbled and I’m proud of what we do’
Darrell Haynes nominated for Southeastern Farmer of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – Every year the Sunbelt Ag Expo selects a Farmer of the Year from...
Obituary: Billy James “Bill” Wilson
Billy James “Bill” Wilson, 92, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023 at his residence. He was born Aug. 1, 1931 in...
Obituary: Jonell Russell Anders
Funeral service for Jonell Russell Anders, 88, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, August 20, 2023 at Mission Grove Baptist Church with...
Obituary: Margaret Elizabeth McDugald
Margaret Elizabeth McDugald, 88, of Hanceville, Alabama died Aug. 1, 2023. She was born April 26, 1935 in Hollywood, Florida to Louie and Minnie...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 18, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Obituary: Douglas Dwain Goodlett, Jr.
Visitation for Douglas Dwain Goodlett, Jr., age 66, of Cullman, will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, at...
Obituary: Scharlene Mabrey
Funeral Service for Scharlene Mabrey, age 78, of Baileyton, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Franklin Luther Brock
Funeral Service for Franklin Luther Brock, age 80, of Hanceville, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, at Bethsadia Baptist Church...
Obituary: Roy Patterson
Roy Patterson, 88, of Hanceville, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023 at his residence. He was born April 18, 1935.
He is survived by...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 17, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 17, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Pet of the week: Chill out with Charlie
CULLMAN, Ala. - Charlie, an approximately 2-year-old male beagle with a golden brown coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Charlie is...
‘We got a hunk-a-hunk-a burnin’ love for these seniors!’
Woodland Haus residents celebrate walking 252 miles to Memphis
CULLMAN, Ala. – Dozens of residents at Woodland Haus on Wednesday, Aug. 16, celebrated the feat...
City school board announces plans for new facilities, accepts donation from...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board on Tuesday, Aug. 15, unveiled plans for a new intermediate school, pre-K school and athletic upgrades....
Obituary: Linda Faye Warren-Mann
Funeral services for Linda Faye Warren-Mann, 71, will be 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the...
Obituary: Marilyn Theresa Malloy
Marilyn Theresa Malloy, our loving mother, grandmother, friend and partner passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023 at her home in Houston, Alabama. Born...
Obituary: Derrick Myron Moore
Derrick Myron Moore was a man of independence and self-determination, born Sep. 16, 1963. He was 59-years old.
All his life he wanted to drive...
Obituary: Jerry Laverne Lay
Jerry Laverne Lay, 84, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023 at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab. She was born Jan. 14, 1939.
She...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 16, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 16, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Library continues to clean up storm damage
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cleanup continues at the downtown branch of the Cullman County Public Library, where windowpanes were blown out and the south-facing wall...
Pet show at Ag Center ends early due to heat
CULLMAN, Ala. – South Alabama Sand Boas ended its recent two-day Exotic Pet Expo at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center early due to...
‘New era’ for Cullman City Schools
Cullman City Schools outlines Intermediate School plan, pre-K school, athletic upgrades
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman City Schools is looking toward its next phase of growth,...
Obituary: Jarrett Walter Lynch Sr.
Graveside Service for Jarrett Walter Lynch Sr., age 83, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, at Mt. Olive...
Obituary: Patsy Ann Bain
Patsy Ann Bain, 88, of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born Sep. 24, 1934....
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 15, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Alabama Mushroom Society monthly foray Aug. 19 at Sportsman Lake Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - Fungi enthusiasts and amateur mycology mavens alike can join in the hunt for mushrooms at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19,...
‘Folks are done grillin’, and they’re just chillin’’
Day 2 of Colony Day celebration brings the meat, heat and fellowship
COLONY, Ala. - Dozens of event tents and RVs lined the perimeter of...
Cullman council holds hearing on zoning ordinance
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its meeting Monday night held a public hearing regarding changes to the City’s zoning ordinance.
Cullman City...
Good Hope celebrating #CityHallSelfie Day Aug. 15
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The City of Good Hope will be participating in #CityHallSelfie Day on Tuesday, Aug. 15.
#CityHallSelfie Day is a celebration of...
Obituary: Wendi Gayle Taylor
Graveside Service for Wendi Gayle Taylor, age 56, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023, at Simcoe Baptist Cemetery.
Cullman...
Obituary: Jean Compton
Jean Compton, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sunday evening, Aug. 13, 2023, at the age of 83. Ms. Compton was born to Parris...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 14, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 14, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Gov. Ivey awards grants for broadband expansion in sections of four...
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $7.86 million to continue expanding high-speed internet services in Alabama.
The three latest grants, awarded from funds provided by...
Obituary: Ricky Gene Phillips
Visitation services for Ricky Gene Phillips, age 62, of Jasper, will be from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 14, 2023 and...
Obituary: Ralph Edker Schnell
A Celebration of Life service for Ralph Edker Schnelle, of Cullman, Alabama will be 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, at Hanceville Funeral Home...
Baileyton talks park cameras, new town monument
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Baileyton Town Council met Thursday evening, and main items discussed included cameras and a new monument.
According to Mayor Windell Calloway,...
Ivey kicks off statewide expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday, Aug. 9, kicked off the statewide expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, during an official launch...
Obituary: Vilas Elaine Calvert
Vilas Elaine Calvert, age 81, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, Aug. 11, 2023 at her niece's residence in Bremen, AL. She was born...
Obituary: Phyllis Rose Burroughs
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Phyllis Rose Burroughs, 67, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Burroughs family.
Mrs. Burroughs...
Obituary: William Ray Wooten
Mr. William Ray Wooten, age 92, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023.
William was preceded in death by his wife Avolee...
Obituary: Nedra Hudson Compton
Funeral Service for Nedra Hudson Compton, age 88, of Vinemont, will be at 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 14, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Wagon Trail Med-Serv denied license by AMCC
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) on Thursday, Aug. 10, met to reissue Integrated Facility Licenses. Back on Friday, June 16,...
Obituary: Carolyn Elizabeth Striker
Memorial Service for Carolyn Elizabeth Striker, age 81, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Charlene “Janie” Johns Clark
Funeral services for Janie Clark will be 3 p.m. Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Heath Riggs will be officiating....
Obituary: Ricky William Riggins
Graveside service for Ricky William Riggins, 62, of Arley, will be at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Livingston Chapel Methodist Cemetery.
Cullman...
Obituary: Mabel Irene Pilkington
A Celebration of Life fellowship for Mabel Irene Pilkington, age 88, of Holly Pond, will be from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday,...
Obituary: Connie Joetta Speegle
Connie Joetta Speegle, age 71, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023. Connie was born in Cullman, Alabama on Feb. 6,...
Obituary: Temeka Lashawn Flanigan
A Celebration of Life Service for Temeka Lashawn Flanigan, 45, of Colony, Alabama will be 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 14, 2023 at Pleasant Grove...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 11, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 11, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
2 new police officers sworn in at Hanceville council meeting
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Police force has grown by two, with new officers Jason Wilbanks and Justin Freeman sworn in at the Hanceville...
