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    Arrests and Incidents reported March 28, 2024

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 28, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

    GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear

    Cullman County Sheriff’s Office

    Incidents

    March 25

    • possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 278E
    • criminal mischief; CR 1435
    • theft of property; CR 541
    • permitting dogs to run at large; CR 1330
    • assault; Young Rd.

    March 26

    • possession of dangerous drugs; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 278E
    • harassment; CR 46
    • assault; CR 1223
    • theft of property; CR 1196
    • theft of property; CR 1141

    Arrests

    March 25 – March 27

    Akers, Nicholas J.; 50

    • possession of drug paraphernalia
    • PAROLE VIOLATION/REVOCATION – soliciting a controlled substance crime (2 counts)

    Ball, Brittney L.; 36

    • FTA – homicide – manslaughter
    • FTA – assault – child abuse – simple – family

    Ball, Johnna M.; 23

    • FTA – driving under the influence (combined substance)

    Cain, Nathan W.; 40

    • assault – domestic – harassment – family

    Doyle, Kenneth W.; 38

    • forgery – counterfeiting (2 counts)
    • theft – miscellaneous less than $500 (2 counts)
    • FTA – possession of dangerous drugs
    • FTA – possession of drug paraphernalia

    Eason, Joseph C.; 37

    • assault – domestic – simple assault – family

    Hitt, Cody L.; 33

    • retail theft-3rd degree

    James, Timothy L.; 63

    • possession of methamphetamine
    • possession of drug paraphernalia

    Johnson, Ollie J.; 28

    • violation of a domestic violence protection order

    Lewis, James B.; 45

    • burglary – residence – force
    • FTA – possession of dangerous drugs
    • FTA – possession of drug paraphernalia

    Loggins, James B.; 44

    • PROBATION REVOKED – stolen vehicles – unauthorized use of other vehicle – no force (2 counts)
    • PROBATION REVOKED – burglary – residence – force (2 counts)

    McLeod, Randy I.; 41

    • FTA – driving while suspended revoked or cancelled
    • FTA – no/improper tag light

    Slaten, Alexander C.; 23

    • assault – simple assault

    Smith, Timothy M.; 37

    • FTA – forgery – counterfeiting (2 counts)

    Speegle, Jonathan S.; 53

    • FTA – possession of dangerous drugs
    • FTA – possession of drug paraphernalia

    Speegle, Julia A.; 59

    • FTA – possession of dangerous drugs (2 counts)
    • FTA – illegal possession of prescription drugs
    • FTA – possession of drug paraphernalia (3 counts)
    • FTA – possession of marijuana-2nd degree (2 counts)

    Stillwell, Logan J.; 26

    • FTA – possession of dangerous drugs

    West, Ammie R.; 44

    • FTA – possession of dangerous drugs
    • FTA – possession of drug paraphernalia

    Cullman Police Department

    Incidents

    March 27

    • theft of property-4th degree; person; bicycle; $300; Cobblestone LN. SE
    • identity theft; person
    • theft of property-3rd degree; person; wallet & contents; 4th St. SW

    Arrests

    March 27

    Burnett, Joshua W.; 46

    • attempt to elude
    • reckless endangerment
    • unlawful possession of marijuana-2nd degree

    Fitzgerald II, Alan R.; 43

    • FTA – attempt to elude
    • FTA – reckless endangerment
    • FTA – assault with bodily fluids
    • FTA – false information to law enforcement
    • FTA – possession of drug paraphernalia (3 counts)
    • FTA – criminal trespass-3rd degree (4 counts)
    • FTA – public intoxication

    Jones, Adrian M.; 40

    • attempted murder

    Hanceville Police Department

    Incidents and arrests reported by CCSO.

    Find arrest reports online Monday-Friday at www.CullmanTribune.com.

    Tucker Gambrill of Cullman serving as Culverhouse College of Business ambassador

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    (University of Alabama)

    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Tucker Gambrill of Cullman is serving as an ambassador for The University of Alabama Culverhouse College of Business.

    The Culverhouse Ambassadors are the official student representatives, tour guides and recruitment agents for the Culverhouse College of Business. Up to 20 members join each academic year following a competitive selections process. These members are recognized as the most qualified undergraduate students in the college.

    The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state’s flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive, forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus. A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. As the state’s largest higher education institution, UA drives economic growth in Alabama and beyond.

    3Sixty Jeep Club brings the ducks to Easter

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    Kids race alongside their families to collect eggs at the 3Sixty Jeep Club Easter Duck Hunt on March 23, 2024. (Gauge Day)

    Eva, Ala. – On March 23, the 3Sixty Jeep Club transformed Shorty Ryan Park in Eva, Alabama, into a vibrant playground for the eagerly awaited Easter Duck Hunt. This event, set against the backdrop of a windy, yet beautiful spring day, drew families from across the area, all eager to partake in the festivities and the thrill of the hunt.

    With over 8,000 eggs hidden throughout the park, anticipation and competitiveness were high as children of all ages prepared to embark on their duck hunt adventure. To ensure a fair chance for every participant, the Easter Duck Hunt was divided into three separate heats, each tailored to different age groups. This thoughtful organization allowed for a fair and enjoyable experience for toddlers, younger children and older kids alike.

    Children would then race as their heat was called into action, looking to harvest as many eggs as they could into their baskets. The eggs, packed with candy and assorted small rewards, heightened the intensity of the hunt. While numbers would help them get more prizes, those with a keen eye would be looking for the fabled duck prize eggs. These eggs, shaped like a large duck, provided a special prize to those lucky winners.

    The hunt itself was only the beginning of the adventure. After collecting their eggs, the children headed to the prize table, where the excitement continued. Here, eggs were exchanged for “bunny bucks,” a unique currency that could be traded for a wide array of prizes. From Barbies and Hot Wheels to stuffed animals, the prizes were generous, with “bunny bucks” allowing the children to receive a huge bounty of items to take home.

    Adding to the festive atmosphere, a wide range of local vendors rallied to support the event, offering everything from cotton candy and popcorn to vibrant tie-dyed shirts. The presence of local food vendors ensured that families could enjoy a delicious meal or snack or purchase hand-crafted items from many of the unique local vendors. Inflatables and games covered the rest of Shorty Ryan Park, providing additional entertainment beyond the hunt, while the park’s usual amenities offered spaces for relaxation and play.

    Jeeps covered much of the parking area at the event, representing the community effort that was fundamental to the event’s success. The participation of the 3Sixty Jeep Club members, with their customized Jeeps on display, added an extra layer of spectacle and engagement, highlighting the sense of camaraderie and community that defines such gatherings.

    The Easter Duck Hunt at Shorty Ryan Park was a resounding success, showcasing the strength of community spirit fostered by the 3Sixty Jeep Club. Aimed at delivering an enjoyable, well-coordinated event that maximized community engagement, the Easter Duck Hunt surpassed expectations on every front.

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    PALS Spring Cleanup coming April 13

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    The annual People Against a Littered State (PALS) Spring Cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, April 13. (PALS)

    CULLMAN, Ala. – Since 1987, People Against a Littered State (PALS)  and its local chapters have been banding together to clean up litter from roadways, parks and other public areas across the state. Fittingly, the group takes charge for one week during April, also known to some as Earth Month. While Earth Day will be celebrated this year on April 22, Cullman County PALS is planning the celebration a little early with its Spring Cleanup happening Saturday, April 13.

    From 8 a.m.-noon that day, Cullman County PALS is partnering with both the City of Cullman and Cullman County Sanitation Departments to offer additional Dumpsters for public use; these Dumpsters will be placed to help offset the amount of additional trash and disposable materials collecting while volunteers clean and de-litter areas surrounding driveways, homes and parks.

    Cherrie Haney of Cullman County PALS says local municipal offices have supplies for volunteers; PALS supplies the needed bags and receptacles. “Please contact your local town hall or city hall for bags,” she said. “We are asking all citizens to pick up the roads around their homes as far as possible in each direction.”

    With an area of more than 700 square miles, the cleanup will be no easy feat, requiring participation, coordination and cooperation from the county’s residents and the leaders alike. Haney said governmental bodies have been instrumental in the clean-up, stating, “We could not do this without the help from the City and County Sanitation Departments; they provide the Dumpsters each year.”

    Tires, paint, chemicals or hazardous materials cannot and should not be placed inside the designated PALS Spring Cleanup Dumpsters and should be disposed of safely.

    Volunteer organizations and groups are more than welcome to “claim” an area to beautify as a group philanthropic or service charity day; for families that would like to teach children more about the environment and taking care of the Earth, PALS Spring Cleanup is the perfect opportunity.

    “Please, any group that would like to help (can) contact me for bags and vests,” Haney chuckled.

    Locations for the public Dumpsters include:

    • West Elementary School
    • East Elementary School
    • Cullman High School
    • Cold Springs School
    • Baileyton Town Hall
    • Colony Community Center
    • Crane Hill Sulphur Springs
    • Dodge City Fire Station
    • Fairview Community Park (across from Fairview Superette)
    • Garden City maintenance area
    • Good Hope City Hall
    • Hanceville behind City Hall
    • Holly Pond – Lions Club Park
    • Jones Chapel School
    • Vinemont First Baptist Church
    • West Point Maintenance Building (across from town hall)

    Haney can be reached by phone at 256-531-5222.

    First Source for Women annual banquet set for April 4

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    First Source for Women will hold its annual fundraising banquet at Loft 212 on April 4, 2024. (First Source for Women)

    CULLMAN, Ala. – First Source for Women will hold its annual fundraiser banquet Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. at Loft 212.

    The theme for the evening is “Invest in the Gift of Life,” as the faith-based resource center is intent on its mission of nurturing mothers through unexpected pregnancies, equipping them with the skills, resources and a network of support. Currently, First Source for Women offers pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, counseling on adoption and abortion, parenting courses, referrals to medical providers and/or specialists and a baby boutique.

    A statement on the center’s website says, “First Source for Women stands with women to provide the care, services, and resources needed so they can experience hope and envision a future with their child. Because when women receive care, experience hope, and see life as sacred, even when unexpected, they become the inspiration and agents of change in their families, communities, and society.”

    The banquet is a fundraiser, and the funds raised will go toward the center’s mission of changing the stigma and fear around unplanned and young pregnancies, one mother at a time. While the event is a fundraiser and donations are appreciated, the banquet is absolutely free for the community to attend and enjoy.

    “Our organization is completely run on donations, so events like this and our monthly donors are what keep the wheels turning,” shared First Source for Women Office Administrator Meredith Little. “We are going to have pro-life speaker and comedian Gordon Douglas there, along with an awesome dinner.”

    The deadline for RSVPs and sponsorship applications for the event is Friday, March 29. Contact banquet@firstsourceforwomen.org to RSVP or to become an event sponsor.

    Those who wish to donate but cannot attend can contact First Source for Women at donate@firstsourceforwomen.org or mail checks to P.O. Box 1343. First Source for Women is located in Hanceville at 203 Commercial St. NE and in Cullman at 704 Second Ave. SW.

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    High-speed chase ends in 1 arrest

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    Joshua Wayne Burnett (Cullman Police Department)

    CULLMAN, Ala. –  A high-speed chase involving a suspect’s vehicle, the Cullman Police Department and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday ended with the arrest of Joshua Wayne Burnett, 46, of Jasper. Burnett was the driver of the vehicle.  

    According to CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark, two people were detained, but only one was arrested. 

    Clark said officers attempted to stop the driver at Brantley Avenue Northwest and Waldrop Street Northwest at approximately 8:40 a.m., but he did not pull over.

    Law enforcement pursued the vehicle down Alabama Highway 157 past the Cullman Stock Yard, and the chase ended near 31771 Alabama Highway 91 in Hanceville without incident. 

    Burnett is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana, attempting to elude, reckless endangerment and multiple traffic violations.

    The female passenger, Jessica Lee Goodwin, 34, of Anniston, has active warrants, according to the CPD, but she was not arrested. Law enforcement said she has a broken hand from a previous incident and was allowed to seek medical attention.

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