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Tattoo artist seeking to open shop in Hanceville HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At the Hanceville City Council meeting on Thursday, July 11, a resident addressed the council and the unusually large crowd of spectators regarding her months-long endeavor to open a tattoo studio in her hometown. Kourtney Quick said she has been urging the council since at least May of this year to amend the City’s zoning ordinance and allow a tattoo studio at the location she has secured. The current zoning ordinance does not explicitly mention tattoo studios as acceptable business; therefore, the ordinance does not allow tattoo studios to obtain a...
‘Master Chef Junior’ winner, 12, ‘Chef for the Day’ in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In May, Opelika’s Bryson McGlynn won “Master Chef Junior” season 9. Recently, he was invited to Montgomery for some special recognition from Gov. Kay Ivey. A release from Ivey’s office said: After Opelika, Alabama native 12-year-old Bryson McGlynn won the coveted Master Chef Junior title on Fox TV, Governor Ivey extended him a personal invitation to join her at the Governor’s Mansion. This was not an ordinary introductory meeting. To showcase his culinary talents, Bryson offered to craft a delicious lunch menu for Governor Ivey and her friends. After Bryson introduced the first course and the group prayed over...
CCBOE increases extracurricular supplements, approves contracts for new school year
CULLMAN, Ala. – At the monthly meeting of the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE), the board discussed and approved newly increased supplements for extracurricular activities. With a 3% increase in the total Athletic and Academic Supplement Plan, Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette said he hopes the increase will entice and encourage schools and their principals to add and support new programs for students. “We’ve added theater to that; we’ve got some schools and we hope more schools will pick up on this. If the schools agree to do two shows and have practices after school, there is a...
Hanceville City Council donates $1K to Hanceville High marching band
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At the first regularly scheduled meeting of July, held on Thursday, July 11, the Hanceville City Council tackled several pieces of business, including a donation to the Hanceville High School marching band to assist in the purchase of new uniforms, an agreement with local pregnancy resource center First Source for Women and the reevaluation of a City ordinance to allow tattoo studios. Hanceville High School asked the council for its support in the meeting. According to the request the council received, the marching band uniforms are old and outdated, leaving the band in need of new uniforms for...
Obituary: Donald Ray Brown
Memorial Service for Donald Ray Brown, age 83 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Malcolm Carter and Travis Sharp officiating; Visitation will be from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Brown passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, at Woodland Village Health Care. He was born Saturday, August 3, 1940, to Luster Brown and Ruth Reeves Brown. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife, Harriet Brown; daughters, Sherry Warren of Nashville, Linda Conklin of Tullahoma and son, Van Ray Brown of Florida.
Obituary: Benjamin Barnes
Benjamin Barnes, age 43, of Vinemont, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield, AL. There are no services planned at this time. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Ben was born on February 6, 1981, to Randall Louis Barnes and Chiquita Burden Barnes. He is preceded in death by his father, grandparents, Doyle and Annie Myrl Burden; grandparents, Dorothy Smith Higginbotham and Louis Barnes. He is survived by his mother, Chiquita Barnes; stepson, Lane Whatley; brothers, Joshua Barnes, and Scott Barnes (Fallon Swann); a host of aunts and uncles, cousins, and friends and family.
Obituary: Gary Lee Johnson
Gary Lee Johnson, 66, of Baileyton, passed away Tuesday, July 9th, 2024 at North Alabama Specialty Hospital. He was born August 22nd, 1957 in Gary, Indiana to Ottis and Juanita Johnson. Gary was a devoted husband, father, and Christian. He loved God wholeheartedly and devoted his life to providing for his family. He was married to his beloved wife Donna Edwards Johnson for 47 years and had five sons. He worked tirelessly to provide for his family, dedicating his life to ensuring their wellbeing and happiness. His commitment to his family was evident in every aspect of his life, from...
Obituary: Danny Winford Baker
Danny Winford Baker was born January 1, 1951 in Cullman and had the distinction of being Cullman’s first baby of the new year. He passed away July 10, 2024 surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness. Danny was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin Baker and Nettie (Vest) Baker, his sister Marcia Robertson and his brother Ted Baker. He is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years Gale Baker, his children Heath Baker, Angie Baker and Clay Baker and his sister Judy Baker Walker. Also left to mourn his loss are his sisters in law Cathy Posey...
Obituary: Richard Leonard Shoemaker
We give praise and thanks to God as we celebrate the life of Richard L. Shoemaker. Richard was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and close friend to many. He was born on September 28, 1931, to Edgar and Hester (Wisener) Shoemaker, of Holly Pond, Alabama. He spent his first 18 years in Holly Pond and graduated from Holly Pond High School in 1950. Following his graduation from high school, he attended Auburn University where he earned Bachelor of Science and Master degrees. Following his graduation from Auburn, he served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. During this...
Obituary: Carolyn Fine
Carolyn Fine’s spirit was set free on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Lloyd Fine and Evora Thompson Fine; sister Dorothy Fine Forrester; brothers-in-law Bill Collins and Bob Forrester; and nephew David Collins. Survivors include her sister Bettye Fine Collins; brother Joe (Gayle) Fine; nieces Sandy Forrester and Kim (Craig) Philpot; nephews Craig (Jean) Fine and Clark (Tammy) Fine; and 12 great- and great-great nieces and nephews. Carolyn attended Florence State Teachers College. She worked for the Federal government in Arlington, Virginia, and later, at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville. She was kind and generous, always ready...
Obituary: Michael Anthony Roden
Graveside Service for Michael Anthony Roden, age 62 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at Etha Baptist Cemetery with Pastor Josh Sparkman officiating; Visitation will be from 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Roden passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. He was born Wednesday, September 20, 1961, to Wendall Roden and Janice Roden. He was preceded in death by his brother, Mark Roden. Survivors include his wife, Michelle Roden; sons, Josh Roden, Brodie Roden, Kross Roden, Waylon Roden; daughters, Candace Cunningham and Chance Nichols; granddaughters, Lyla Nichols and Elizabeth Cunningham; grandsons, Theodore Cunningham, Alexander Cunningham, Tylen Roden, Jenson Roden; brothers, Tyler Roden, Jon Roden and Robert Roden.
Arrests and Incidents reported July 12, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 12, 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 10 retail theft of property-3rd degree; Wal-Mart; fishing equipment; $100; Hwy. 157 July 11 fail to redeliver hired vehicle; South Park Self Storage Arrests July 11 Walden, Tyler W.; 28 theft of property-4th degree Hall, Heath J.; 41 menacing Paugh, Dustin S.; 26 theft of property-4th degree (3 counts) Barnett, Jeremy W.; 43 FTA – expired tag McEntire, Zac P.; 43 driving under the influence Hanceville Police Department Incidents and arrests reported by CCSO. Find arrest reports online Monday-Friday at www.CullmanTribune.com.
‘Always help out someone in need’: West Point’s Ali Sims reflects on Warrior years
WEST POINT, Ala. — West Point senior Ali Sims was on the Warriors sports medicine team for three years and in this interview, she shares some of her favorite memories from the experience. “I know that some of my favorite memories when I first started were great, like before one of the games, we all were taking pictures and playing around. One of the girls was upset, so we all laid on top of her and then we all hugged and had a moment of silence for a little bit. During my senior year, it was senior night. We were on...
‘We want to invest in their lives’: Wallace State hosts Elementary STEAM Camp
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This week, Wallace State Community College hosted local elementary school students for a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Academy and it was a great opportunity for the students to learn a variety of new skills. Over the course of the week campers spent time studying Plant Propagation, Fundamentals of Electric Vehicles, Engineering Technology, Natural Sciences, Math and Computer Science. North Central Alabama STEM Ecosystem Coordinator Aubry Lovell was excited to work with the students and talked about the camp’s goals for the week. “Every summer we have STEM camp for elementary and middle school kids and next...
Pet of the week: How ’bout this lil Rascal?
CULLMAN, Ala. – Rascal is a 1-year-old Jack Russell Terrier who displays low/medium energy. This exciting lil fellow will keep you entertained with his exceptional personality. If you’re seeking a loving companion he’s the one for you as he longs to be by your side – always. He has an understanding of personal space and leash etiquette, which makes him a most perfect candidate for a companion/therapy dog. Are you ready to meet Rascal? Head over to Cullman County Animal Shelter at 935 Convent Road NE, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for a meet and greet. His adoption fee includes neuter, DHLPP vaccine, Bordetella vaccines, rabies vaccine, wormer, general exam at the vet and microchip. Contact the Cullman County Animal Shelter at 256-734-5448or cullmananimalshelter@co.cullman.al.us. Copyright 2024 Humble Roots, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Cullman dive team captures District II championship
BOAZ, Ala. — The Cullman Dive Team won the District II Diving Championship in Boaz Thursday. Under the direction of new coach Alec Benzek, the team has excelled and secured a 1st place finish. The team will now compete at the ARPA State Diving Championship in Opelika in two weeks. Results: 10&U Boys 1m dive 1. Jaxon Curry 2. C.J. Curry 3. Keith Swidecki 6. Asa Powell 10&U Girls 1m dive 1. Gemma Swidecki 2. Hannah Thigpen 4. Liliana Garcia 11-12 Boys 1m dive 1. Karson Corliss 2. William Apel 11-12 Girls 1m dive 2. Reese Swidecki 12&U Boys 3m dive 1. Karson Corliss 2. Jaxon Curry 12&U Girls 3m dive 1. Reese Swidecki
Vinemont council approves BBQ Fest plans, discusses monthly senior luncheon
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council on Monday, July 8, approved plans for the town’s annual BBQ Fest and discussed the monthly senior luncheon. This month’s senior citizens luncheon will be held Monday, July 15, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Vinemont Community Center, located at 88 Ridgeway St. In true summer fashion, the council has secured smoked Boston butts from local meat supplier, The Butcher Meat Co. for the event. The monthly meal is growing in popularity and is budgeted into the Town’s annual expenditures, allowing the program to continue. New Councilman Grady Malone asked about the cost of the luncheon. “Last...
Obituary: James “Jim” Lowell Gregory
James “Jim” Lowell Gregory, 81, of Decatur, Alabama, beloved father, grandfather, and loyal friend to many passed away peacefully in Decatur on July 10, 2024. He was born on December 9, 1942, in Oneonta, Alabama, to Lowell and Julia Hill Gregory. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Martha Gregory, his first wife, Mary Gregory and their children, Rebecca Gregory Segovia (married to Ferris Segovia) of Dallas, TX and Matthew Gregory (married to Sarah Gregory) of Saint Simons Island, GA, and his grandchildren, Gabriela, Sofia, and Viviana Segovia, and Gabriela Garza. He also leaves behind his cherished grand pups, Buster and Roscoe. He is also survived by his brother,...
Obituary: Fay Nail
Fay Nail, age 78, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Edna was born in Cullman, Alabama on May 4, 1946 to Curtis and Parralee Scott Cooper. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister: Jeanette Cupp, brother: James Cooper. Graveside services are Sunday July 14, 2022 at 2 p.m. at Good Hope Cemetery with Dr. Edwin Hayes officiating. Survivors are: husband: Johnny Nail, daughter: Robin (Mike) O’Berry. grandchildren: Magen (Colby) Honey, Miles (Kristen) O’Berry and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Sunday July 14, 2024 at Moss Service Funeral Home from 12:30 p.m. until 2 p.m. Please share condolences and memories with the family at www.mossservicefh.com. Moss Service Funeral Home directing.
Obituary: Kaleb Patrick Ballenger
Funeral services for Kaleb Ballenger, 23, of Bremen, Alabama will be 12 p.m. Saturday, July 13th, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Toby Grimmett will be officiating the service. The family of Mr. Ballenger will receive friends at Hanceville Funeral Home for visitation on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Kaleb was born on December 15, 2000 in Cullman, Alabama to Kevan and Michele Stout-Ballenger. He passed away on July 4, 2024 in Mesa, Arizona. Kaleb departed this world while living his best life, embracing every moment with joy and enthusiasm. He found fulfillment in his career, a role that allowed him...
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