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One killed, one injured in interstate crash near Hueytown
One person was killed and another injured in a wreck involving an 18-wheeler Saturday morning near Hueytown. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says 29-year-old Martin Rodriguez-Ramirez of Cullman was driving a 2018 GMC Acadia that crashed into a guardrail at approximately 5:15 a.m. Saturday. He was outside of the SUV when he was hit by a 2019 Freightliner tractor-trailer that was driven by 22-year-old Carlos H. Almaguer-Perez of Hollywood Florida.
Lee Leads Wire-to-Wire to Win MLF General Tire Heavy Hitters 2024 Presented by Bass Pro Shops on the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes
KISSIMMEE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 23, 2024-- The first time Abu Garcia pro Jordan Lee of Cullman, Alabama, ever tasted tournament victory, competing on Lake Guntersville at age 17, he earned the win throwing a topwater frog. Ever since, he’s continued to hone his skills with his favorite technique, waiting for a chance to show them off on the national stage.
Dinner on First ‘cornerstone event for our community’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The highly anticipated annual Dinner on First event once again exceeded expectations, drawing hundreds on Saturday, May 18, and raising a record amount of funds for the replacement of the Heritage Park playground and splashpad on the park’s north side. Guests gathered along rows of neatly aligned tablescapes overflowing with pink hydrangeas and single tulip stems in dainty stained-glass vases. Tables were designated by sponsors and attendees. With the event’s cash bar and large crowd, the night was a hit. Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan Anderson expressed his gratitude, saying, “We are incredibly grateful for the generous contributions from everyone who attended this year’s Dinner on First. The community’s love for Heritage...
2 arrested following crash, pursuit
CULLMAN, Ala. – Two Jefferson County men were arrested in Cullman County Thursday, May 16, after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop, according to the Cullman Police Department. “Officer Chad Ashworth stopped the subjects on Cherokee Avenue. During the stop the driver intentionally backed into the officer’s car and fled,”...
Join the fun at Hanceville’s annual Kids Fish O’ Rama May 24
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The annual Kids Fish O’ Rama tournament is set to take place Friday, May 24, at Veterans Park in Hanceville. Open to children aged 3-14, this event promises a day of fun and fishing. Registration will start at 7:30 a.m., with the tournament kicking off at 8. There is no cost to register.
Wallace State Nursing holds 1st of 2 pinning ceremonies for Class of 2024
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education recognized more than 75 graduates at the first of two pinning ceremonies for the class of 2024. Both the May and August ceremonies celebrate new nurses graduating from the program that has twice been designated as a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing. Wallace State Community College President Dr. Vicki Karolewics welcomed Nursing graduates and their families to Tom Drake Coliseum, congratulating students on their upcoming nursing careers. “Here is your future, Wallace State Nurses. Welcome to it and congratulations,” said Karolewics. Chair of the Department of Nursing Education...
One dead after single-vehicle crash in Blount County
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Officials with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency say a single-vehicle crash has claimed the life of a Hayden, Alabama man. On Friday, May 17, at 9:25 p.m., officials say 46-year-old Steven P. Davis was fatally injured when his vehicle left the roadway, overturned, and struck a guardrail on Alabama 160 near Mile Marker 16.
Arrests and Incidents reported May 22, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 22, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. No arrests or incidents reported. burglary-3rd degree; Applebee’s; Cherokee Ave. SW. May 21. harassment; person. Arrests. May 21. Greene, Justin C.; 41. unlawful possession of marijuana-2nd degree. possession...
Pet of the week: Taste the rainbow with Skittles
CULLMAN, Ala. – Grabbing a piece of the rainbow is easier than ever with Skittles, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week. Skittles is an approximately 3-year-old Australian Kelpie mix with deep brown eyes, a golden brown coat and large pointed ears that reveal every emotion. His breed...
Fatal crash near Boaz takes life of 23 year old man
A single-vehicle crash Saturday night resulted in the death of a Boaz man. Briley J. Ramey, 23, was killed when the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado he was driving left the road, hit a tree, and overturned. This happened around 8:05 p.m. saturday night on Forrest Home Road near Alabama 168, about...
Update: Weather alert for strong thunderstorms in Alabama Saturday morning
The National Weather Service issued an updated weather alert at 6:56 a.m. on Saturday for strong thunderstorms until 7:45 a.m. for Blount, Etowah and St. Clair counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 6:55 a.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from...
Honoring those who sacrificed
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteers gathered at the Cullman City Cemetery on Friday, May 24, to honor those who served in the United States Armed Forces by placing flags at their graves. Under the guidance of the Cullman VFW, community members walked the cemetery, identifying the gravestones of past service members and placing American flags. VFW Chaplain Gary Rodgers opened the memorial event with an impassioned prayer and spoke about the importance of the day. “While you are doing this, I ask everybody to remember and keep in your hearts what the people died for, what they lived for and how they lived,”...
Dense fog advisory affecting North Alabama until Sunday morning
A dense fog advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 2:49 a.m. in effect until 9 a.m. for Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Morgan, Marshall, Jackson, DeKalb and Cullman counties. The weather service describes, "Visibility less than one quarter of a mile in dense fog."
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