Tag: News
WFF biologists available to help with hunting season preparations
When it gets hot in late summer, most hunters in Alabama start dreaming about the upcoming seasons Chris Cook, Deer Program Coordinator with the...
Obituary: Charles Eugene Warren
Charles Eugene Warren, age 80, of Crane Hill, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023, at Cullman Regional. He was born May 17, 1943,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 10, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 10, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
South Vinemont approves new accounting software, Transportation Plan
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday evening approved the purchase of new accounting software, as well as the Town’s...
Pet of the week: Add Bocephus to your ‘family tradition’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Bocephus, an approximately 1-year-old male shepherd and Labrador mix with a toasty tan coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County...
‘Kickin’ it in the C’: Colony Day 2023 promises a whole...
COLONY, Ala. - Colony is hosting its famous Colony Day celebration for the third consecutive year. For lovers of spades, soul food, music and...
Cullman Regional honors Gudger
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional on Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023, presented a plaque to Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, to honor his achievements in the...
Obituary: Lisa Kay Currington
Lisa Kay Currington, 51, of Haleyville, passed away August 4, 2023 at Northwest Alabama Medical Center in Florence, Alabama.
Lisa was born May 24, 1972...
Obituary: Dennis Wayne McAnnally
Dennis Wayne McAnnally, age 68, of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at Cullman Regional. He was born May 14, 1955, in...
Obituary: Christy Lynn Lynch
Funeral Service for Christy Lynn Lynch, age 53, of Hanceville, will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 11, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Tressie Dean Glenn-Wright
Tressie Dean Glenn-Wright, 88, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away from her earthly home on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at Hanceville Nursing Home & Rehabilitation...
Obituary: Charles Robert Thompson
Charles Robert Thompson, age 89, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.
A Memorial Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, August...
Study says Cullman Co. workers commute 25.8 minutes on average
CULLMAN, Ala. – A recent study revealed that the average commute to work for workers from Cullman County is 25.8 minutes.
The website Stacker “compiled...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 9, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Obituary: Sharla Wilson
Sharla Wilson, 55, of Cullman, AL. left us for her heavenly home on Aug. 7, 2023 with her family by her side at Brookwood...
Obituary: Fayetta Blevins Wakefield
Funeral for Fayetta Blevins Wakefield, 85, of Danville, AL, will be Aug. 9, 2023, 11 a.m., at Parkway Funeral Home with Dr. Mark Wakefield,...
Obituary: Eugene Elbert Vaughn
A Celebration of Life Service for Eugene Elbert Vaughn of Colony, Alabama will be 11 a.m. Thursday, August 10, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Venza, Goat Island team up to recognize nurses
CULLMAN, Ala. – Nurses of all ages descended on Goat Island Brewing late Saturday evening to ditch the scrubs, let loose and relax. With...
Holly Pond Town Council considers concerns about new recycling facility
HOLLY POND, Ala. – At the Holly Pond Town Council meeting Monday evening, Councilwoman Julie Ray raised concerns about the town’s new metal recycling facility...
Local muralist, groomer collaborate to celebrate Cullman heritage
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local dog groomer recently collaborated with a muralist to bring some Cullman-German flavor to her business.
The Groom Haus Owner Brittany...
Obituary: Betty Jean King
Betty Jean King, of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away on Monday morning, Aug. 7, 2023, at the age of 76. Ms. King was born...
Obituary: Gene Randall Wisener
Funeral service for Gene Randall Wisener, 55, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Friday, Aug. 11, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 7, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 7, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Senior spotlight: ‘Be compassionate with people’
Holly Pond's Jackie Horton celebrates over 40 years of serving homebound seniors
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Jackie Horton has quite the legacy to flex. Having...
1 killed in motorcycle wreck Sunday night
CULLMAN, Ala. -- One person was killed when a motorcycle and a truck crashed Sunday evening, Aug. 6, 2023.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said Kristian Gage...
Obituary: Bobby Ray Tittle
Bobby Ray Tittle, 80, of Lynn, passed away Friday, Aug. 4, 2023, at his residence.
He was born Nov. 2, 1942, in Winston County, Alabama.
A...
Obituary: Donald Hinkson
Donald Hinkson, age 64, of Hanceville, passed away on Friday, Aug. 4, 2023 at his residence.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
He...
Obituary: John “Rowdy” Kelley
John “Rowdy” Kelley, 72, of Falkville, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023 in Huntsville. He was born in Hartselle, Alabama on June 3,...
Obituary: Eleron West
Funeral service for Eleron West, age 86, of Vinemont, will be at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
‘We are planting good seeds daily’
‘Planted’: Link set to host 2nd annual gala
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County is set to host its second annual gala, "Planted,"...
CCBOE rolls out new communication tool
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) is rolling out an update to the Cullman County Schools mobile app, with the...
Cullman County Bosom Buddies set to host 4th annual Little Pink...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation is set to host its fourth annual Little Pink Dress Benefit on Tuesday, Oct. 3,...
Obituary: Jacqueline “Jackie” Michelle Washburn
Funeral service for Jacqueline "Jackie" Michelle Washburn, age 56, of Cullman, will be at Mt. Carmel Methodist Church on Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023 at...
Obituary: Rebecca Ann Johns
Funeral services for Rebecca Ann Johns, of Hanceville, Alabama will be 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial...
Obituary: Annice Ann Smith
Annice Ann Smith, 78, of Cullman, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023 at Falkville Healthcare Center. She was born Oct. 10, 1944 in...
Obituary: Donald E. Davis
Funeral service for Donald E. Davis, 74, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Aug. 7, 2023 at Daystar Church, Pastor Jerry Lawson...
Obituary: Lyla L. England
Lyla L. England, 89, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023. She was born in Cullman, Alabama on Feb. 3, 1934.
She...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 4, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 4, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Hanceville Elementary School cuts ribbon on new cafeteria, classrooms
HANCEVILLE, Ala. –Hanceville Elementary School on Tuesday afternoon debuted the new addition to its building that includes a new cafeteria and 15 new classrooms....
1 arrested, 1 suspect still at large in traffic incident
CULLMAN, Ala. – Early Tuesday morning patrol deputies from Morgan County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of two possibly stolen Polaris ATVs traveling...
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail gives statement on ethics hearing
HANCEVILLE, Ala. –Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail said he attended an Alabama Ethics Commission hearing on Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023, concerning an anonymous complaint filed...
ACES: Extension entomologist calls viral TikTok wasp-killing trend ‘dangerous
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – In today’s digital world, information is at everyone’s fingertips. However, not all of that information is accurate or safe. In...
Cullman Savings Bank announces sponsorship of Caring for Cullman Concert
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Savings Bank on Tuesday presented a check to Jolanda Hutson of the Good Samaritan Health Clinic to help sponsor the...
CCBOE purchases YouScience program for students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Cullman County School Board on Tuesday met for a special-called meeting in the new Hanceville Elementary School cafeteria. The board...
Pet of the week: Make Esther the rightful queen of your...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Esther, an approximately 6-year-old female blue heeler with a spotted coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Esther is...
Obituary: Eunice Marie Millican
Eunice Marie Millican, 79, “possibly 80”, of Oneonta, Alabama, passed away on Aug. 2, 2023. She was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, on April...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 3, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Good Hope Middle School debuts new gym, library and office space
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Tuesday for the new Good Hope Middle School gymnasium, library and office space. Ground...
2023 Cullman County Prayer and Pledge Ride this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday members of the Alabama Sons of Liberty Riders, Christian Motorcycle Association and Cullman County Wranglers will host the 2023...
Obituary: William Daniel Keel
William Daniel Keel, age 88, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023.
As those who knew him can attest, Dan was truly...
Obituary: Joseph Herman Graveman, Jr.
Joseph Herman Graveman, Jr., 89 of Cullman, Alabama passed away on July 31, 2023 after a long battle of Parkinson’s disease. Joe was born on...
Obituary: Harold “Bootie” Edward Hyatt
Harold "Bootie" Edward Hyatt, age 89, of Baileyton, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. He was born in Cullman on Feb. 5,...
Obituary: Randy Steve Skinner
Randy Steve Skinner, 71, of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born May 28, 1952...
Obituary: Doris England
Doris England, 74, of Houston, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023, at North Alabama Medical Center.
She was born Oct. 24, 1948, in Winston County,...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 2, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 2, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
2 north Alabama defendants sentenced on child exploitation charges
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Two north Alabama defendants were sentenced last week on child sexual exploitation charges, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and U.S....
Fugitive charged in scheme that misdirected millions in charitable donations intended...
DUBLIN, GA: A former Dublin, Ga., resident is being sought internationally on multiple federal charges alleging he orchestrated a scheme that misdirected more than...
‘Sound of Freedom’ sparks conversations about human trafficking
Task force chair talks about perceptions and realities of trafficking in north Alabama
CULLMAN, Ala. – Just a few weeks into its release, independent film...
Obituary: Debra Turney
In Loving Memory of Debra Robertson-Turney
Debra Turney, 66, of Holly Pond, Alabama was born on Sep. 19, 1956. She passed away peacefully at her...
Obituary: Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Ricky P. Yates, U.S. Army (Retired)
Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Ricky P. Yates, U.S. Army (Retired), age 63 of The Fairview Community, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2023.
Ricky was a...
Obituary: Ray Wadsworth
Ray Wadsworth, 95, passed away Monday, July 31, 2023. Ray was a lifelong resident of Arley, AL.
He was born on May 23, 1928. Ray...
Obituary: Eunice Aleene Burney-Allred
Funeral services for Eunice Aleene Burney-Allred will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow at...
Family of Holly Pond’s Leah Grace Tarvin joins Ivey for distracted...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Family members of the late Leah Grace Tarvin joined Gov. Kay Ivey at the State Capitol bill-signing ceremony recently for Alabama’s...
‘We’re just a tiny nerd shop’
Gamer Geeks opens in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. –Gamer Geeks is now open in Cullman. Owner Michael Jensen’s flagship store is in Warrior. He said he...
‘We see them as God’s child’
The Link's Master's Hand food pantry partners with other nonprofits to serve neighbors with dignity
CULLMAN, Ala– The Link of Cullman County is well known...
Obituary: Wayne Blackwood
Funeral service for Wayne Blackwood, age 85, of Cullman, will be at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023, at Bethlehem West Baptist Church...
Obituary: David James Tanner
Funeral service for David James Tanner, age 90, of Eva, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023, at Bethel United Methodist...
Obituary: Roert Terry Vandiver
Roert Terry Vandiver, 63, of Arley, entered into rest on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
Terry was born on Nov. 21,...
Obituary: Randy Steve Skinner
Randy Steve Skinner, 71, of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born May 28, 1952...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 31, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 31, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Meet the Coaches: Auburn defensive line coach Jeremy Garrett
AUBURN, Ala. – Jeremy Garrett knows Auburn well. He knows what it’s like to come in as an opponent and play at Jordan-Hare Stadium....
Obituary: Velma Eugene Driver
Velma Eugene Driver, age 96, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023 at Cullman Long Term Care. She was born April 20,...
Vinemont High’s Moody represents Alabama at American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Vinemont High’s School’s Vivian (Gracie) Moody was one of 94 high school seniors selected to attend American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Girls...
Obituary: Jason Lynn Cloud
Visitation for Jason Lynn Cloud, 44, will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Monday evening, July 31, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: Wildred Elwanda Roberts
Wildred Elwanda Roberts, age 95, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023 at Cullman Health Care Center. She was born Feb. 11,...
Hanceville City Council discusses possible RV park
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Council members excitedly discussed the possibility of an RV park located behind the CVS Pharmacy at 303 Main St NE...
6th annual Stuff the Bus campaign comes to a close
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County’s (UWCC) sixth annual Stuff the Bus campaign, which collected donations of school supplies for area...
Obituary: Justino Torres
Celebrando la vida de Justino Torres, 74, de Hanceville, Alabama
El Sr. Torres nació el 21 de abril de 1949, hijo de Alberto Torres y...
Obituary: Christopher Peyton Welch
Christopher Peyton Welch, age 36, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023. He was born Jan. 31, 1987, to Dana O. Welch...
Obituary: Birdie Mae Kilpatrick
Funeral service for Birdie Mae Kilpatrick, 97, of Cullman, will be at 5 p.m., Sunday, July 30, 2023 at Emeus Baptist Church with interment...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 28, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 28, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest opens Aug. 1
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The 2024 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest is now accepting entries. This year’s contest is a joint project between the Alabama Department...
Obituary: Sandra Lee Crane
Sandra Lee Crane, age 79, passed away in Cullman, Alabama, on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, with her loving family by her side.
Sandra was born...
Obituary: Charles Richard Raybon
Charles Richard Raybon, 75, of Cullman, passed away Thursday, July 27, 2023 at his residence.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Raybon...
Obituary: Larry Scott Mangum
Larry Scott Mangum, 83, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at his residence. He was born Oct. 25, 1939 in Chapel...
Rock n Roll Sushi welcomes new owners
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock n Roll Sushi in Cullman changed ownership in April, and the restaurant celebrated with a grand opening on Wednesday, July...
Monograms Plus holds soft opening in new location
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monograms Plus held its soft opening at the store’s new location Friday, July 21.
Owner Lynsey Todd said she was very excited...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 27, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Good Samaritan Health Clinic hosts Alabama Lions Sight mobile eyecare unit
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Good Samaritan Health Clinic on Wednesday hosted a unit of the Alabama Lions Sight Mobile Eye Program, offering low-cost eye...
Obituary: Shelia Gail (Teichmiller) Edwards
Shelia Gail (Teichmiller) Edwards, age 76 of High Point, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023 at the Randolph Hospice House surrounded by her family.
A...
CPD announces arrests in Rock the South assault
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department at a press conference Wednesday, July 26, announced the arrests of three individuals in relation to the...
Obituary: Clara Mae Tidwell Porter
Clara Mae Tidwell Porter, 93, of Addison, passed away on July 25, 2023, at Hanceville Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center in Hanceville. Mrs. Porter...
Obituary: Amelia “Midge” Lindley
Amelia “Midge” Lindley, 94, of Hanceville, formerly of Addison, entered into rest on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at Hanceville Nursing Home and Rehabilitation.
Midge was...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 26, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 26, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Obituary: Jimmy Ray Melton
Jimmy Ray Melton, 82, of Haleyville, passed away July 24, 2023 at Hendrix Health and Rehabilitation.
He was born Oct. 6, 1940, in Guntersville, Alabama....
Obituary: Betty Lou Pendley
Betty Lou Pendley, 77, of Hartselle, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, at her residence.
She was born April 27, 1946, in Dearborn Michigan. Betty...
Obituary: Sister Mary Regina Magro
Sister Mary Regina Magro, a cloistered Poor Clare of Perpetual Adoration, passed away at the age of 78 on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at...
Obituary: Hazel R. Smith
Hazel R. Smith, age 103, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 27, 2023...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 25, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
