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Cullman’s Byrd designated National Merit Commended Student
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School senior Aaron Byrd was recently designated a National Merit Commended Student. The school said in a statement, “Cullman High School is proud to announce that senior Aaron Byrd has been designated as a National Merit Commended Student by the National Merit Scholarship Program for the 2024-2025 school year. Last fall, Aaron joined over 1.3 million juniors across the nation who entered the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2023 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). This fall, more than two-thirds (about 34,000) of the PSAT/NMSQT® high scorers were designated Commended Students. They were named on the basis of a nationally applied Selection Index qualifying score that may vary from year to year. “In recognition of his outstanding ability and potential for academic success in college, the NMSC will honor Aaron by sending a Letter of Commendation to him through Cullman High School. Although Commended Students will not continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships, some may be candidates for Special Scholarships offered by corporate sponsors. Aaron Byrd is the son of Kevin and Carrie Byrd of Cullman.”
Obituary: Willie Ruth Bishop
Willie Ruth Bishop, 79 of Baileyton passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Woodland Health Care. She was born May 7, 1945, the daughter of Charles David Newman and Carnel Mae King Newman. She was married to Wayne Bishop who passed away March 7, 2012. She is survived by her son: Joey Bishop (Jennifer); granddaughters: Brylee and Alivia; sister: Jenney Haswell Thompson; brother: Grafton Newman; host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband: Wayne Bishop; parents: Charles and Carnel Mae Newman; siblings: Alan Newman, Aubrey Newman, Nathan “Coon” Newman, Monetha Jarvis, Carolyn Newman, Barbara Newman and Judith Newman. Funeral Service will be 1 p.m. Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Gober Funeral Chapel. The burial will be in West Point Cemetery, Gober Funeral Chapel directing. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Thursday at Gober Funeral Chapel.
Obituary: Joanna Hodge Freeman
Joanna Hodge Freeman went home to be with Jesus on October 5, 2024. She passed peacefully in her home in Decatur, AL. She was born November 30, 1943 in Addison, AL. Her parents were James Burley Hodge and Geneva McClellan Hodge. She was a homemaker, who also worked part time throughout her life, as a professional home/business cleaner, even still working, by choice, until her passing. She enjoyed staying active. Joanna would tell you that her greatest achievements were the children she raised, and her beloved grandchildren, who were the joys of her life. A gifted story teller, she could often be found recounting funny situations...
Obituary: Robert Albert Jochum
Robert Albert Jochum, 77, of Hanceville, passed away on October 20, 2024, in Cullman, AL at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Robert will be remembered as a master of jokes with an unmatched ability to lighten the mood of any gathering with laughter. Robert graduated from Hanceville High School in 1965, served two years in the National Guard and later furthered his education at Bessemer Technical College. He dedicated over 40 years of his career to ABC Drummond Company as a mechanic/welder where he was known for his practical jokes and hilarious nature. He would often say he was a “Jack of all...
Obituary: Ellis Dean Hopkins
Funeral services for Ellis Dean Hopkins, of Bremen will be 2 p.m., Sunday October 27th at Union Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Cold Springs Cemetery. Bobby Waddle will be officiating services. Visitation will be prior to the service from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Sunday at Union Grove Baptist Church. Mr. Hopkins, a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and a beloved member of his community, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on September 18, 1936, in Cullman County, AL, Mr. Hopkins dedicated his life to serving both his...
Obituary: Jung Hee Suh
Funeral service for Jung Hee Suh, age 64, of Mt. Olive, Alabama, will be Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Father Joel Martin. Visitation will be held from 12-2 p.m. prior to the service and interment will be held at Cullman City Cemetery. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Mrs. Suh was born March 20, 1960, in Seoul, Korea. She passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband, Jeong Sik Suh; mother, Jeong Hee Lee; sons, Min Thomas Suh (Sonya), Intae Michael Suh; four grandchildren, Mila Suh, Laylah Sanggra, Torrin Suh, Taisley Suh; one brother and two sisters. Pallbearers will be Jeong Suh, Min Suh, Intae Suh, Church Shikle, Chris Thomason, and Shannon Cheatham.
West Point High Beta Club supports Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter was recently on the receiving end of a donation drive organized by students from the West Point High School BETA Club. Cullman County Animal Shelter Manager Andrea Hudson said the shelter was honored to be able to visit with some of the students and she extended her gratitude to them. “As a community we should all be proud of the qualities of leadership, academic achievements and good character they are exemplifying,” Hudson said. “The future certainly looks bright with the representation of these students.” Hudson praised the caring community and said she is always humbled...
Vicki Karolewics of Wallace State Community College chosen for the Aspen Institute’s Presidents Fellowship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Today, the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) announced that Dr. Vicki Karolewics, President, at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville, Ala., is one of 25 innovative leaders selected from across the country to participate in the second cohort of the Aspen Presidents Fellowship, sponsored by JPMorgan Chase. The fellows will engage in a unique year-long professional development experience that will help them refine and enact a reform agenda to help more of their students succeed both during and after college. “Community colleges educate millions of diverse students every year who are relying on them to deliver the...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles win 21st, 19th consecutive county championships; Fairview’s England, Cold Springs’ Whitlow claim individual titles
BREMEN, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Cross Country Championships were hosted at Cold Springs High School’s Kudzu Hills Tuesday and the hometown Eagles raced past the rest of the field to claim county titles. The Eagles finished 12 points ahead of Fairview to win their 21st consecutive county championship and the Lady Eagles put together a dominant performance, finishing 54 points ahead of the Lady Aggies to earn their 19th straight county title. Individually, Fairview’s Alex England placed first in the varsity boys’ race with a time of 16:13.47 and in the varsity girls’ race, Cold Springs Paizley Whitlow...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 22, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 22, 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 October 17 forgery-3rd degree; Merchants Bank; forged check; Hwy. 157 October 21 leaving the scene of an accident; person; damage to ’18 Ford; $100; Cherokee Ave. SW harassment; person Arrests October 21 Scott, Kenneth R.; 52 FTA – driving while suspended FTA – insurance violation FTA – fail to register vehicle Trollinger, Jasary R.; 38 theft of property-4th degree Hanceville Police Department Incidents and arrests reported by CCSO. Find arrest reports online Monday-Friday at www.CullmanTribune.com.
COLUMN: A ride down the Rhine River
When I saw the handwriting on the wall, I knew we were no longer in Kansas; excuse me, I meant Alabama. As a matter of fact, we were approximately 4,500 miles east of my home in Opelika. I didn’t need the prophet Daniel to interpret this handwriting, or even a Dutch artist to paint me a picture, since it was written in large English letters. It said, “Welcome to the Netherlands.” We had arrived, finally, in the land filled with water, canals, bridges, cafes, cathedrals, tulips and bicycles. It’s a place where coffee shops don’t always sell coffee but items...
Library group raises money for building fund
CULLMAN, Ala. – The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System hosted a bake sale recently, sponsored by The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County. CCPLS Assistant Director CCPLS Shelby Creekmore said the $180 raised will go toward the library’s building fund. “The Bouldin family (Rebecca Bouldin is a member of the Friends) organized the event, but several families participated,” Creekmore said. “They offered goods like muffins, cookies, candy bags and pies that the kids made. We are currently in phase one of planning our future library building, so we are collecting data and fundraising for the much-needed...
Pumpkin Painting Contest this week
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County are hosting their annual Pumpkin Painting Contest at the Cullman County Public Library this week. Cullman County Public Library System Assistant Director Shelby Creekmore said the contest is for kids 18 and younger. “Paint products will be provided for you to use at the library on the 22nd and 24th or your child can paint their pumpkin at home,” Creekmore said. “The winner will be announced Oct. 25 and will receive a Samsung Galaxy tablet.” The contest is sponsored by the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County, and...
Obituary: Lazetta Mize Nuss
Lazetta Mize Nuss, age 92, of Gardendale, Alabama passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Lazetta was born in Cullman Alabama on May 7, 1932 to Alvin and Martha Emily Farley Mize. She is preceded in death by her husband of 41 years: James Nuss, daughters: Janis Nuss and Tiena Henson, sister: Myrtle Mann and her parents. A Graveside Service will be on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Center Hill Cemetery in Hanceville Alabama with Chaplain David Mann officiating. The family will receive friends at the graveside. Survivors are: daughter: Melanie (Max) Daily, grandchildren: Hollye (Phillip) Dueitt, Hamilton (Kayla) Henson, Hanna Henson, Nicole (Andrew) Hall, great grandchildren: Nina Belle Dueitt, Levi Dueitt, Ronia Dueitt, Elijah Henson, Ezra Henson and Emelia Hall. Please share condolences and memories with the family at www.mossservicefh.com. Moss Service Funeral Home directing.
Obituary: Ramona Mauter York
Ramona Mauter York, age 91, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024. A visitation for Ramona will be held Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home, 1901 2nd Avenue NW, Cullman, AL 35055. A celebration of life funeral service will occur Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home Chapel, 1901 2nd Avenue NW, Cullman, AL 35055. An interment will occur Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Cullman Memory Gardens, 1516 Bolte Road SE, Cullman, AL 35055.
Obituary: Dustin James Coville
Dustin James Coville, 50 of Fairview, a lifelong truck driver, completed his final trip on October 19, 2024, unexpectedly at home with his wife of 31 years, Anna Coville, by his side. Dustin was born February 23, 1974, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Dustin is preceded in death by: his oldest brother, Jacob Alexander Coville, his paternal grandparents, John and Eunice Coville. His maternal grandparents, Bob and Pat Dart. And his Father-in-Law, Donald Kimbrough. He is survived by: his wife, Anna Coville, his parents, James “Jimmy” Anthony Coville, and Jessie Coville. His children, Damon (Abby) Kimbrough, Jessica (Cory) Pritchett, Marshall Dylan Coville, and his...
Obituary: Naomi Lynn
Funeral Service for Naomi Lynn, age 94, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Steven Sutter officiating; burial at Mt. Zion Cemetery. Family visitation will start at 10 a.m. Public visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Ms. Lynn passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Hanceville Nursing Home. She was born October 16, 1930 in Cullman, AL to Arthur Lee and Vennie Iris Hulsey. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leldon Lynn; parents; daughter, Kitty Lynn; brothers, Jessie (Jane) Hulsey, and Cecil Hulsey; sisters, Wanda Aderhold, Mamie Heth, and Glenda Walker. Survivors include her daughter, Karen (Richard) Bohannon; granddaughters, Kara (Richard) Gazaway, and Nicole (Parth) Bohannon, great grandchildren, Ellie Gazaway, and Tripp Gazaway; sisters, Clarene Reid, Juanita Lynn, and Linda Clardy; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Arrests and Incidents reported October 21, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 21, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents October 17 theft; CR 473 burglary; Hwy. 69S theft; 2nd St. SW G.C. harassment; Fairbrook Cir. harassment; CR 109 theft; CR 128 possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; Highland St. SE trespassing; CR 431 theft; CR 15 domestic violence; CR 246 possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 69S October 18 permitting animals to run at large; CR 1442 possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR 1718 permitting animals to run at large; Hwy. 91 October 19 theft; CR 1598 harassing communications; Hwy. 278E robbery; CR 437 possession of...
ACES: Prepare outdoor plants and gardens for lower fall temperatures
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — While September signifies the beginning of fall, October is often the month that brings lower temperatures to Alabama. As temperatures drop, homeowners may have concerns for outdoor plants and wonder how to help them survive and acclimate. Alabama Cooperative Extension System home grounds, gardens and home pests regional agents say there are several steps people can do to prepare for the season’s cooler weather. Frost’s bite A swift change of temperature can be stressful for outdoor plants. It is important to prepare fall gardens and flower beds for events like the first frost to mitigate plant damage and...
HAY Mamas Christmas Bazaar coming Nov. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. – The HAY Mamas Christmas Bazaar will be held at the North Alabama Agriplex Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. HAY Mamas Founder and Group Administrator Angela Crauswell said HAY Mamas stands for “Helping All Y’all Mamas” and members focus on their Christian walks throughout all aspects of their lives. The event began two years ago to help showcase the talents of group members, according to Crauswell, but it has opened up to other vendors. “We are a small homesteading, homemaking, homeschooling group and we believe in helping one another in whatever way we can,” Crauswell said. “This event is...
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