ADDISON, Ala. – After sweeping Covenant Christian on the road in round one, the Addison Bulldogs were back home Thursday night to host Coosa Christian in round two. This is the first playoff series Addison has hosted since 2013 but unfortunately for Bulldog fans, they were unable to knock off the conquerors and their playoff run came to an end with a pair of losses in the second round. Coosa Christian 3 – Addison 2 (Game One) Coosa struck first as Brody Nelson took Addison starting pitcher Kiah Lake’s first pitch to the wall for a standup double. Nelson took third on a...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Pink, petals and pearls were all the rage Wednesday, April 24, at the Venue at Cotton Creek. The Pilot Club of Cullman, with the support of the community, hosted its 29th Annual fashion show and luncheon, this year dubbed the Pink Petals & Pearls Fashion Show. Each year, the proceeds from the show directly benefit one or more of the Pilot Club’s philanthropic causes. The 2024 show’s funds will support four of the civic organization’s projects: the Pilot Light Home, Project Lifesaver, Brain Minders and the Field of Miracles.  Pilot Club members, clad in pink shirts and white pants,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week is Weezie. Her name might suggest a laid-back nature, but this charming girl surprises us with her zest for life. She greets each day with a joyful toe-tapping dance, a testament to her vibrant spirit. Weezie is a dog who’s ready to embark on new adventures with her potential family. Weezie, a 2-year-old terrier and lab mix, is a bundle of joy waiting to bring happiness to a loving home. Her short white coat, sweet black nose and deep brown eyes are just the beginning of her charm. With her young...

BREMEN, Ala. – Dodge City Motocross is gearing up for the “Biggest Allstar Showdown in the South,” an AMA-sanctioned motocross event set to take place April 27-28 at the Dodge City MX Park, located at 10070 Alabama Highway 69 S in Bremen. The event will feature a full day of practice on Saturday followed by competitive races on Sunday, showcasing riders aged 4 to 55. The event kicks off on Saturday with practice sessions from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., allowing riders to get a feel for the track and make last-minute adjustments before the main event. Spectators are welcome both days, with...

Temple Baptist Church is set to host the “Ring of Fire Around You” Women’s Conference on Saturday, April 27, from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Organized by Standing in the Gap ministries, the conference aims to address critical issues affecting women today, including domestic violence, generational legacies and self-worth, through a Christian perspective. Standing in the Gap ministries, led by founder and director Jennifer Clark, serves as a pivotal resource for women in crisis. Dedicated to offering support to victims of domestic violence, women in safe houses and those affected by homelessness and trafficking, the ministry extends beyond crisis intervention to provide comprehensive assistance. “We...

West Point 16 – Holly Pond 3 West Point’s offense exploded in the bottom of the first inning. After a leadoff single by Macayla Wilkins, Brinlee Phillips lined a two-run home run over the left field fence to give them a 2-0 lead. They quickly loaded the bases with one out, then an error allowed Macie Brown, Kylee Quinn, and Kara Jones to score to make it 5-0. Liberty Shadix drove in a run on a ground ball, and Wilkins added an RBI triple to push their lead to 7-0. Later that inning, another error allowed Wilkins and Phillips to cross...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 25, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents   April 22  lewd act in public; resisting arrest; CR 437  criminal mischief; Schaeffel Rd.  domestic violence; CR 1859  theft of property; Mercury Dr.  theft of property; CR 1231  harassment; CR 38  possession of dangerous drugs; Hwy. 69S  April 23  possession of marijuana; CR 728  trespassing; CR 718  harassment; Commercial St. SE  harassment; Welcome Rd.  harassment; CR 1834  theft of property; CR 1373  possession of dangerous drugs; illegal possession of prescription drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 69S  April 24  domestic violence; CR 1592  burglary; CR 1551  domestic violence; CR 549  harassment;...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, April 22, issued a proclamation naming May 6-10, 2024, as Teacher Appreciation Week in the city, joining the upcoming national observance. Mayor Woody Jacobs delivered the proclamation to Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, who was accompanied to the meeting by several of the system’s principals and award-winning teachers. Reading from the proclamation, Jacobs called teachers “the cornerstone of our educational system, dedicating their time, energy and expertise to shape the minds and future of our youth,” and said that “National Teacher Appreciation Week provides an opportunity to express our gratitude for...

CULLMAN, Ala. – One Cold Springs High School senior will get to take the journey of his life this summer in Japan.  Clayton Gary was awarded the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Japanese Exchange Program Sponsorship. Gary is a very talented and deserving student, selected as one of only 14 students from across the United States for the prestigious FCCLA Japanese program. This incredible opportunity includes a generous $9,995 sponsorship from Kikkoman Corporations and is administered by Youth For Understanding USA (YFU), allowing Gary to embark on a six-week cultural immersion experience in Japan this summer. At the heart of...

CULLMAN, Ala. – On April 18, 2024, various county school students met at the Alabama Farm Credit headquarters in Cullman for the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) County Poultry Cook-off. The event was sponsored by the Farmers Federations, Poultry and Egg Association and Alabama Farm Credit. The poultry cook-off had two categories: casseroles and whole pieces. The poultry casserole winners were Gracie Smith from Fairview High School, who placed first; Emily Shultz from the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA), who placed second; Savannah Bischoff from Cold Springs High School, who placed third; Abigail Tankersley from Vinemont High School, who placed fourth; and Taylor Tulbert from West Point High School, who...

CULLMAN, Ala. – At its regularly scheduled meeting in April, the Cullman County Board of Education, along with Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette, recognized students for achieving the Alabama Seal of Biliteracy. The board said the students have shown exceptional knowledge and proficiency in both English and Spanish. This state-recognized seal will be added to the students’ diplomas, signifying their efficiency and fluency in Spanish and English to future colleges and employers. Alabama State Department of Education Regional ESL Specialist Robin Stutts attended the meeting to assist in the recognition of the Cullman County students on a state level. Stutts said, “Today is...

Graveside services for Gracie Jones, 82, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Thursday April 25, 2024 at Welti Cemetery.    Mrs. Jones was born November 10, 1941 in Cullman, Alabama to Arbell and Maggie (Thomas) Hooper.  She passed away April 23, 2024 at her residence in Hanceville, Alabama.  Mrs. Jones is survived by her husband, James R. Jones; children, Tony Hardy (Rhonda), Eddie Hardy (Rhonda), Shawn Jones (Kelly), Jeremy Jones (Jennifer); 11 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Fran Creel (Dave); brothers, James Hooper, Gerald Hooper, and Robert Hooper.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her daughter, Rhonda Marie Swann; brothers, Carl Hooper, Roger Hooper, Ralph Junior Hooper, John Paul Hooper; and sister, Jeanette Trusty. 

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 24, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  No incidents or arrests reported.  Cullman Police Department  Incidents   April 22  unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person; Dripping Springs Rd. NW  identity theft; person  April 23  theft of property-4th degree; person; miscellaneous; Denson Ave. SW  duty upon striking unattended vehicle; person; damage to ‘11 Chevrolet Silverado; $2,000  leaving the scene; person; damage to ‘13 Chevrolet Impala; $500; 2nd Ave. SW  domestic violence-3rd degree – harassment; person; Hwy. 157  Arrests  April 23  Smith, Donna D.; 41  leaving the scene  failure to render aid  Gaddis, Jennifer A.; 39  disorderly conduct  Ball, Rachel M.; 31  domestic violence-3rd degree – harassment  Swindall, Emma R.; 25  possession of drug paraphernalia  Wise, Justin D.; 39  FTA – attempt to elude  FTA – reckless endangerment  FTA – driving while license revoked  FTA – expired tag  FTA – insurance violation  FTA – improper lane usage  Hanceville Police Department  Incidents and arrests reported by CCSO.  Find arrest reports online Monday-Friday at www.CullmanTribune.com. 

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department hosted over 100 attendees at its community cookout Saturday at the Cullman Housing Authority. CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said they truly enjoyed bringing the event back and plan to host it again, annually, but rotate locations. “We would like to thank everyone who came out to the community cookout,” Clark said. “We enjoy being able to serve the community and build positive relationships.” Clark said he wanted to thank all the officers and the Daystar Church volunteers who came out to assist with the cookout.  “We had around 10 volunteers and 10 officers who participated...

JASPER, Ala. – An inmate at the Walker County Jail died while in custody on Friday, April 19. At the request of the Walker County Sheriff’s Office, Special Agents with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) launched an investigation into an in-custody death that occurred at the Walker County Jail in Jasper on Friday, April 19.  Siras Jeremain Theus, 47, of Jasper, was arrested by the Jasper Police Department on April 12, 2024, and was being held at the Walker County Jail.  Authorities said it is suspected that Theus suffered a medical emergency at approximately 9:15 p.m. on...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Good Samaritan Health Clinic at a community press conference on Monday, April 22, unveiled plans for its new home, a $2.8 million facility that will be located along Veterans Drive Southwest. The clinic is almost two-thirds of the way to its $2.8 million goal to build the facility. A portion of the funds was granted by the Appalachian Regional Commission, with both the City of Cullman and Cullman County contributing toward the completion of the new health care facility that will accommodate an additional 3,600 uninsured individuals each year. Beginning as an acute care facility for low-income and uninsured...

MOULTON, Ala. – A family in Moulton is finally receiving the closure they have been awaiting for almost eight decades.  The Battle of Hurtgen Forest was fought from September 1944 to February 1945 between American and German forces in the wake of Normandy. On Dec. 6, 1944, Noah Reeves was one of the many soldiers in the Battle of Hurtgen Forest who were killed in action; unlike his comrades, the lead scout’s body was never discovered or returned. One evening in 2019 the U.S. military alerted Reeves’ next of kin that his remains had been found.  Reeves was a 25-year-old farmer when the infamous WWII draft came about. He...

CULLMAN, Ala. –  On Wednesday, April 24, the Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will roll out its new mass notification system: Everbridge Mass Notification. During the January 2024 ice storms, the current alert system experienced small glitches, prompting EMA Director Tim Sartin to begin researching to find the most reliable and efficient mass notification service available. His search halted when he looked to other EMAs in the state; currently over half of the state’s EMAs use Everbridge Mass Notification for its reliability and capacity to individualize alerts for registered users.  “We had some issues with the current system and the ice storm earlier this...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope hosted a varsity matchup with their county rivals from Holly Pond Tuesday night and the Lady Raiders fended off a late push from the Broncos to secure an 8-6 win. Holly Pond plated four runs in the top of the fifth to tie the game at 5, but Good Hope scored three runs in the bottom half of the inning to pull away with the win. Kylee Smith tossed a complete game for the Lady Raiders, allowing zero earned runs, six hits and striking out five batters to earn the win. Smith worked around a...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A Florida man was arrested on 20 counts of child pornography-related charges on Wednesday, April 17. Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a call concerning a possible sex offender in the Good Hope area. Joseph Dale Cooper, 47, of Orlando was located at the scene.  Deputies and investigators said they determined Cooper was in possession of child pornography. CCSO says Cooper was arrested and charged with 10 counts of possession of child pornography and 10 counts of production of pornography with minors. Cooper is currently being held at the Cullman County Detention Center on a $450,000 bond. Copyright 2024 Humble Roots, LLC. All Rights Reserved.