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ALEA announces holiday enforcement and safety efforts ahead of historic 250th Independence Day celebration
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – As Alabamians prepare to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of America’s independence, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is urging all travelers to...
Dripping Springs Chapter of the DAR hosting Genealogy Workshop July 9
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dripping Springs Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, will host a Genealogy Workshop Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 1-3 p.m. The meeting will be held at the...
CHS Class of 1996 reunion set for Aug. 29
Members of the Cullman High Class of 1996 are invited to attend the 30-year class reunion Saturday, Aug. 29, at 6 p.m.
The event will take place at Ethos Craft Brewing, located at 1849 County...
‘It really felt like we were a family’: Bentley Childers reflects on on her...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Former Hanceville multi-sport athlete Bentley Childers walked the stage and received her diploma back in May, and in an interview with...
Local students named to Ole Miss spring 2026 Chancellor’s, Dean’s Honor Rolls
UNIVERSITY, Miss. - The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) announced students named to the spring 2026 Honor Roll lists, including Chancellor's Honor Roll and...
‘Every kid decided they think skateboarding is fun’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism held its first Skateboard Camp last week at Skate Depot Park downtown, giving children a...
Obituary: Julia Edwards Wyatt
Julia Edwards Wyatt passed on June 28, 2026, at the age of 79. Julia was a resident of Cullman, Alabama, and is survived by...
Obituary: Shelbie Dean Harris
Shelbie Dean Harris, 81, of Bremen, Alabama, passed away on June 26, 2026. Born September 13, 1944, Shelbie will be remembered as a beloved...
Obituary: Gladys Mae Wisener
Gladys Mae Crumbley Wisener entered heaven on Sunday evening, June 28, 2026, at the age of 80. Gladys was born in Cullman County, Alabama,...
Obituary: Doug Farley
Funeral service for Doug Farley, age 76 of Cullman, is Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Bro....
Obituary: Jerry Dale Holmes
Mr. Jerry Dale Holmes, age 65, of Arab, Alabama, passed away at his home in the early morning hours of Thursday, June 25, 2026....
Arrests and incidents reported June 30, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 30, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Shrek the Musical Kids’ a sold-out hit
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts staged “Shrek the Musical Kids” June 26-27 at Wallace State Community College’s Burrow Center. Founder Paige Clabo said her students decided the musical was the perfect...
Cullman Amateur Radio Club holds Field Day
Updated June 30, 2026, at 7:11 p.m.
CULLMAN Ala. – The Cullman Amateur Radio Club held its Field Day June 27-28 at Veterans Memorial Pavilion at...
4th of July Jeep Invasion – America’s Block Party set for July 3-4 in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 4th of July Jeep Invasion – America's Block Party will be held July 3-4 at JG's Campen Life RV Campground. Hosted...
Cullman County 4th of July and America 250 events guide
CULLMAN, Ala. – As we approach the Fourth of July we often think of hotdogs, hamburgers, swimming, fireworks and anything red, white and blue. Though this year is special! Saturday, July 4,...
Heat Advisory Today with a Few Damaging Wind Gusts Possible
CLANTON – Tuesday, 7:00 am, June 30, 2026 High temperatures today through Saturday will be mainly in the middle 90s, except for the upper 90s...
Cullman County tourism generates more than $325M in economic impact in 2025, outpacing state
CULLMAN, Ala. — Tourism continues to be a major economic driver for Cullman County, generating more than $325.5 million in visitor spending and supporting...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 29, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 29, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Frank Walker
Funeral Service for Frank Walker, age 80, of Cullman, will be at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 10 a.m.;...
Obituary: Helen Margaret Clay
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Helen Margaret Clay, 94, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Ms. Clay...
Cullman duo aiming to build community with kickstart semi-pro football team, the Cullman Coyotes
CULLMAN, Ala. - At his apartment in Huntsville, Cullman native Shaun Smith would hear the roar of the crowd, the music and the fans...
Heat Advisory for Most of State Through At Least Tuesday
CLANTON – Monday, 630 am, June 29, 2026
High temperatures through Saturday will be mainly in the middle 90s, except potentially reaching the upper 90s...
Heat advisory in effect as dangerous heat settles over Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. – A dangerous stretch of summer heat is settling over Cullman County and North Alabama, bringing an increased risk of heat-related illness...
Op-Ed: When I die
When I die I hope I go to a familiar place. I pray it’s as simple as falling asleep, waking up to laughter in the next room and I’m not...
Op-Ed: Do your part to prevent child hunger
September is recognized as National Hunger Awareness Month, though awareness of child hunger extends beyond a single month. For some children and families this can span over the...
City of Cullman recognized by Liberty Learning Foundation
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman was recently recognized by the Liberty Learning Foundation for its continued support of the organization’s civics education programs in...
Obituary: Joan Margaret Mitchell
Funeral Services for Joan Margaret Mitchell, age 80 of Vinemont, will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1 in the Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at...
Obituary: Bobby Story
Bobby Milvord Story of Summerdale, AL passed away June 24, 2026, quietly at the age of 81.
Mr. Story was a native of Holly Pond...
Obituary: Robbie Rene Baggett
Robbie Rene Baggett, age 61, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born on October...
Obituary: Eva Phillips
Funeral service for Eva Phillips, age 102 of Cullman, is Monday, June 29, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Bro. Caleb Elrod...
Cullman Bowling Center celebrates 50 years
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bowling Center celebrated 50 years on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The establishment was opened in 1976 and has maintained its reputation as a...
COLUMN: Dogs, weed-eaters and chainsaws
Some of my longtime readers will remember Ginger (65). Ginger was our sweet yellow lab and Cocoa’s (15) big sidekick. Ginger died back in...
Files from Yesteryear: June 27, 1963
From the files of June 27, 1963
NEW PROSPECT NEWS
By BOBBY JACKSON
Mrs. Ila Casey and family of Garden City visited recently with her parents, Rev....
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife’ by Anna Johnston
Let me set the scene for “The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife.” Frederick Fife is a kind and charming octogenarian who is broke and about to be evicted from his apartment. He spent his life savings on experimental...
Cullman’s SOAR Counseling named Best of Alabama in Therapy and Counseling Services
CULLMAN, Ala. - SOAR Counseling & Consulting, LLC has been recognized as a 2026 Best of Alabama winner in the Counseling & Therapy Practices category,...
Fairview’s Samantha Sprouse publishes mystery book
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - A young Fairview woman recently published her first book after years of working to finish it. Samantha Sprouse said “In the Spot Light Mysteries’ is a book...
Hanceville Council approves municipal software upgrade, delays rezoning vote
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its meeting Thursday, June 25, the Hanceville City Council approved funding for a municipal operations software modernization project and postponed...
FAITH: Vinemont’s Haley Millwood discusses her faith, National Honor Society and being a role...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Vinemont's Haley Millwood will officially be a junior in August, and God has been there for her every step of the...
78 dogs rescued; Alabama man gets 10 years on federal dog fighting, firearms charges
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Carlton Lenard Adams, of Bessemer and Adger, Alabama, was sentenced last month to 120 months in prison after pleading guilty in...
Wallace State offering new Facility Maintenance and Baking and Pastry programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will offer two new programs beginning in Fall 2026, both designed to prepare students to enter the workforce with skills specific...
40 local students graduate from University of Alabama
TUSCALOOSA, Ala.- Some 7,000 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama's spring 2026 commencement at Coleman Coliseum in May. The University provides numerous opportunities for service and growth...
Cullman Regional Hospice MEGA CASH Draw Down Set for July 23
CULLMAN, Ala. – Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. of Cullman Regional Hospice will host its MEGA CASH Draw Down, its largest annual fundraiser, Thursday, July 23, at 6 p.m. at St. John’s Evangelical Protestant Church. The event, which benefits indigent patients, will feature a chance to win...
Hanceville Fire & Rescue hosting next CPAT July 3
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Want to become a firefighter? The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) course is your first step. Hanceville Fire & Rescue is a testing site, and will hold...
Local Eats: Country Wok is Hanceville’s go-to Chinese spot
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Country Wok Owner Kenny Lee was a soldier in the United States Army. Being deployed to Iraq gave him the opportunity...
Cullman City Council addresses nuisance properties
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its meeting on Monday, June 22, adopted a temporary moratorium on data centers, declared nuisance properties...
Obituary: Gary Lee Lasdon
Gary Lee Lasdon, born on November 27, 1953, in California, passed away in Cullman, Alabama, on June 24, 2026. He was 72 years old.
Gary’s...
Obituary: Billy Joe Jackson
Billy Joe Jackson, 70, of Cullman, Alabama, was born July 5, 1955, in Cullman, Alabama, and passed away June 21, 2026. Billy Joe will...
Obituary: Rebecca Morris Eakin
Rebecca Huddleston Morris Eakin was born on October 15, 1948, in Alabama. On June 24, 2026, she peacefully passed away at Folsom Center, leaving behind a lasting legacy of...
Obituary: Debra Evelyn Burns
Debra Evelyn Burns, 64, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026.
Born on February 5, 1962, in Hueytown, Alabama, Debra lived a...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 25, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 25, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Shrek the Musical’ coming June 26-27
CULLMAN, Ala. – Step into a beautiful world as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairytale, “Shrek the Musical” is bound to make you smile.
Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts will stage the production on Friday,...
Paige Adams case enters pretrial stage after resignation, arrest and 32-count indictment
CULLMAN, Ala. - What began as an internal school system complaint involving then-Cold Springs High School teacher and head girls’ basketball coach Paige Parker Adams...
Pet of the Week: Sylvia is a tiny tuxedo court jester
CULLMAN, Ala. – Meet Sylvia, an approximately 3-month-old domestic shorthair tuxedo kitten with personality-plus. She’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Around the shelter, she is known as...
Get ready for ‘Tron: Ares’ at Movies at Art Park June 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism will host Summer Movies at Art Park (1031 Second St. SW) on Friday, June 26....
Seven local high schools earn AHSAA Sportsmanship Award for 2025-26 school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama High School Athletics Association announced today the 94 schools that were selected for the 2025-26 Sportsmanship Award on Wednesday....
Obituary: Sandra Gayle Bailey
Funeral services for Sandra Gayle Bailey, 75, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Monday June 29th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Laodicea...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 24, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Julia A. Dyer
A graveside service for Julia A. Dyer, 85, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Thursday June 25th at Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from...
Obituary: Carol Bonita Graves
Funeral services for Carol Bonita Graves, 65, of Cullman will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 26th, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel, followed...
Obituary: Bonnie Kay Alldredge
Bonnie Kay Alldredge, age 72 of Eva, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Cullman Regional. She was born, October 15, 1953, to David Smith...
Obituary: Martin Valcarcel
Martín Valcárcel, 83, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 22, 2026, in Huntsville, Alabama.
Born May 18, 1943, in Calzadilla...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School opens enrollment for 2026-2027 school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School is now enrolling students for the 2026-2027 school year, inviting families to learn more about its Christ-centered classical...
COLUMN: It wasn’t my time
There are moments in life when the distance between an ordinary day and tragedy is measured in inches.
I’ve thought about that a lot lately.
A few...
Cullman City Council imposes temporary moratorium on data centers
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its meeting on Monday, June 22, adopted a temporary moratorium on data centers.
What is a data...
Cullman City’s tennis complex renovation ‘a game-changer’ for the Bearcat tennis program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School's sports complex is due to receive a major upgrade soon.
Cullman City schools announced last week that in...
Obituary: Elina Jean McElvenny
Memorial service for Elina Jean McElvenny, 46, of Cullman is incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Elina passed away...
Obituary: Mamie Elizabeth “Liz” Hawkins
Mamie Elizabeth “Liz” Hawkins, 85, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026. She was born on April 22, 1941, to the late Cumbow and...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 23, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Mary Carter Store hosts fun Father’s Day workshop
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Mary Carter Store on Saturday, June 20, held a special “Make & Take” workshop for Father’s Day. The activity encouraged...
‘We’re just kind of one of those little hidden jewels’
CRANE HILL, Ala. - On the morning of Saturday, June 20, customers cut fresh flowers, sampled local honey and made their own bouquets at...
17 years later, Tabitha Franklin’s family still searches for answers
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Aug. 13, 2009, Cullman County resident Tabitha Lynn Franklin, then 27, vanished.
She was a mother of three. She was known to family and friends...
Critter Crew reading program participants leap into week 2
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Critter Crew brought week two of its reading program Tales & Tails to Cullman Christian School on Wednesday, June 17, featuring several amphibious friends.
Critter Crew member Cassidy...
CLECS to host 4th annual charity golf tournament Sept. 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Law Enforcement and Community Services (CLECS) will host its fourth annual charity golf tournament Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, at Terri Pines Country Club.
The tournament...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, DA offer $5K reward in Logan School vandalism investigation
LOGAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker are offering a combined $5,000 reward for tips that...
FAITH: Fairview’s Paisley Hopper on her religious influences, Snowbird Church Camp and more
CULLMAN, Ala. - Fairview's Paisley Hopper will be a senior starting in August, and credits God as one of the main reasons she's the...
Severe Storm Watch For Northern And Parts Of Central Alabama
CLANTON – Monday, 125 pm, June 22, 2026
Clusters or broken line segments extend from central Mississippi to northwestern Alabama as of 1 pm. These...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 22, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Dean Cotton Procter
Dean Cotton Procter, 93, of Alabaster, formerly of Cullman passed from this life June 20, 2026, at Shelby Ridge Nursing Home.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: Rebecca Long deQuesada
Rebecca Long deQuesada, age 70 of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Huntsville Hospital.
She was born on May 6, 1956 in...
Obituary: Tommy Smith
Tommy Smith, age 63 of Decatur, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at the Decatur Morgan Hospital.
He was born on June 8, 1963...
Obituary: Carol Dezort
Carol Dezort, age 82 of Good Hope, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. There are no services planned...
Obituary: Ralph “Shorty” Ingram
Mr. Ralph “Shorty” Ingram, age 82 of Falkville, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Decatur Morgan Hospital. A memorial service with military...
Severe Storms Possible this Afternoon into Early Tuesday
CLANTON – Monday, 6:30 am, June 22, 2026
Since yesterday, the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has expanded the Slight Risk to now include northern and...
Small Business Spotlight: Six Sweet Reasons
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – An area mom made her dream into a reality. Destiny Blackwood began running a small business from her home in Blountsville. Six Sweet Reasons...
Blountsville to celebrate America 250 with July 3 community event
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – The Town of Blountsville will celebrate America’s 250th birthday with an afternoon and evening of family-friendly activities, contests, hometown pride and fireworks...
Small Business Spotlight: Blooming Joy Farmstand
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Jesslyn Williams and her mother Pam Draper started Blooming Joy Farmstand in the summer of 2025.
Williams said her parents have lived in Fairview her whole...
Small actions can make a big difference for pollinators
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Pollinators, such as insects, birds and bats, play a big role in our food system. Through pollinating plants and crops, they are responsible for one out...
Unsettled Through Friday
CLANTON – Sunday, 8:30 am, June 21, 2026
Today, scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms are forecast mainly across the southern half of the state....
Files from Yesteryear: June 20, 1946
From the files of June 20, 1946
To and Fro
By EAGLE EYE
Cullman is expected to have a record breaking crowd attend the inauguration of James...
COLUMN: Rowdy really wasn’t rowdy
I’ve heard it said that our first friends are our first cousins. I had a bunch from which to choose, but one of my...
Obituary: Billy Hugh Phillips
Billy Hugh Phillips, a beloved husband, father, Pawpaw, brother, mentor, and friend, passed away on June 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy that is...
Obituary: Mary Ann Schwaiger
Funeral service for Mary Ann Schwaiger, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with...
Appeals Court affirms 3 Cullman County convictions, sentences, DA says
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals this week affirmed convictions and sentences in three 2025 Cullman County criminal cases, according to...
OmniFootball becoming an OSA staple as flag format surges; REC+ to add new layer...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As flag football continues to grow, especially among youth, OmniSports Academy's OmniFootball league has seen a surge in participation.
Since its...
Right-of-way work helps keep Cullman clean, safe and moving
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman is recognizing the employees who help keep public rights of way clean, safe and attractive, while also reminding residents that...
Cullman County seeks public input for roadway safety plan
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County residents are being asked to share their concerns about roadway safety as the county develops a Safe Streets and Roads...
Inaugural Run for Good 5K & Fun Run supporting Good Samaritan June 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - Flores Eyecare will host the inaugural Run for Good 5K &Fun Run on Saturday, June 27, with proceeds benefiting the Good Samaritan Health Clinic. The event...
Arboreadum Bookshop and Garden opens near downtown
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new independent bookstore opened in Cullman this week, combining a love of books with a passion for gardening. Arboreadum Bookshop and Garden is housed in a...
Local Boy Scout shares love of bats with young readers
HANCVELLE, Ala. – The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville on Thursday, June 19, welcomed Boy Scout Colin Hyde, who presented a program titled “Bats, Bats and More Bats!” The presentation was...
