Cullman Middle School band camp builds music and marching skills
CULLMAN – Members of the Cullman Middle School (CMS) band met Wednesday for their third day of band camp. The band is preparing for its performances during the upcoming middle school football season.
CMS Band Director Linda Bean said her band does something a lot...
World of imagination
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Kids will be headed back to school in less than two weeks, and at Parkside School in Baileyton, the students will see some exciting new features. Parkside Principal Richard Orr and his faculty and staff have been busy creating a colorful...
Shannon McNeal enjoys hometown album release party at Rumors Deli
Cullman native Shannon McNeal was home Friday night for a release party for her new album, “Wilting Flowers and Blooming Dreams.” The event took place at Rumors Deli. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - On Friday evening, The Tribune dropped by Rumors Deli for...
Tennessee musician Shannon McNeal coming home to Cullman for album release
Shannon McNeal (courtesy photo)
CULLMAN - After Shannon McNeal graduated from Cullman High School, she moved to Murfreesboro, Tennessee and enrolled at Middle Tennessee State University to study music business. In her spare time, she performs as a folk-pop singer-songwriter at venues and events around...
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’ a fun summer ride: 7/10
Image: Marvel Studios
“Ant-Man and the Wasp,” the sequel to 2015’s “Ant-Man” sees the return of director Peyton Reed, as well as Paul Rudd as Scott Lang/Ant-Man, Evangeline Lily as Hope Van Dyne/The Wasp and Michael Douglas as Hank Pym. The entire cast of side...
You’re gonna need a bigger pool: ‘Jaws’ brings near-record numbers to CWAC
Almost 350 people came out to see “Jaws” in the outdoor pool at the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center Thursday night. (Heather Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - For five years, the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center has been entertaining summer swimmers with dive-in movies....
‘Incredibles 2’ a must-see this summer; 8/10
Image credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Writer/director Brad Bird, along with the main voice cast of “The Incredibles,” have returned 14 years later to deliver “Incredibles 2,” and most people agree that it was worth the wait.
“Incredibles 2” caters to both younger and older...
Wallace State Singers to present “Sing America Sing!” July 5-7
Wallace State Singers prepare for their upcoming show, “Sing America Sing!” which will be held July 5-7, at 7 p.m. nightly, at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre. Admission is a $10 donation, supporting the group’s 2019 European tour for “Stars Fell on Alabama: Music...
‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’ brings the action, not the characters; Griffin’s score: 6/10
“Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” is directed by J.A. Bayona, stars Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas-Howard and picks up the loose threads left by “Jurassic World” in 2015.
The film begins by reintroducing us to returning characters as well as introducing new ones, but the issue...
Cullman Community Theatre still seeking actors for ‘The Music Man;’ auditions Tuesday
CULLMAN - Wayne Cook, Director of the revived Cullman Community Theatre, has put out a request:
“Well the auditions have begun! We have had some great talent come out. Our needs fall in the area of men and boys. Could you help motivate some men...
2nd Fridays returns to downtown Cullman
Cullman High School’s Lindsey Lowery won a free 2nd Fridays booth for her business “Pixie Fudge” in a competition sponsored by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s Young Entrepreneurs’ Academy (YEA!). (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - On Friday evening, as the work week...
Rock the South donations top $139K for 2018
Local organizations received donations from Rock the South Saturday evening. (Photo courtesy Rock the South)
CULLMAN - On Saturday evening, Rock the South (RTS) made good on its ongoing commitment to give back to the city of Cullman, handing out more than $139,000 to four...
Rock the South 2018 closes with powerhouse performances
Hank Williams, Jr. and Eric Church closed out Rock the South 2018 Saturday night. (W.C. Mann/Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - It was huge, it was loud, and it was a rollicking good time. Rock the South (RTS) 2018 brought down the house, closing...
Soggy start no problem for Rock the South
It was rainy early, then cloudy and muggy for the first day of this year's Rock the South festival, but the fans didn't seem to mind. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Rain threatened to spoil the start of Rock the South on Friday,...
Newly re-established Cullman Community Theatre holding 1st auditions June 8-9
Wayne Cook speaks in May to a group of local residents interested in community theater. The Cullman Community Theatre's first auditions will be June 8-9. (Tribune file photo)
CULLMAN - The newly-re-established Cullman Community Theatre (CCT) has announced audition dates for its first production. Auditions...
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Deadpool 2’ fun to the end, and beyond: 8/10
“Deadpool 2” stars Ryan Reynolds as the titular character in another R-rated, comic book, action comedy that has some high expectations to live up to after the success of its predecessor. From the opening scenes it becomes clear that director David Leitch’s and Reynolds’...
Wallace State ArtsKids! program to present ‘Annie Kids’ on May 2
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College’s ArtsKids! program will wrap up this week with the performance of “Annie Kids,” featuring students from third through eighth grade who have been participating in BroadwayKids during this spring semester.
ArtsKids! offers area students in grades three through eight...
Fairview Theatre Works presents ‘I and You’
In a two-character play set in one room, Macie Burgin and Matthew Baughman shared the stage without a pause for more than an hour. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
FAIRVIEW - On Sunday afternoon, Fairview High School’s Fairview Theatre Works presented “I and You” at...
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ lives up to the hype and beyond
“Avengers: Infinity War” is directed by the Russo brothers, Joe and Anthony, and stars far too many Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) A-listers to name. If you don’t already have a general idea of what this film is about, you may have a hard time...
Board gamers: Celebrate International Tabletop Day Saturday at the Agriplex
CULLMAN - Attention board gamers, card gamers and fantasy fans! Tomorrow, Saturday, April 28 is 2018 International Tabletop Day, and Cullman is in on the fun. Gamers will be at the North Alabama Agriplex from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., playing all manner of...
Cullman hooked on ‘The Little Mermaid’
“You got to purse your lips like this” - Sebastian (Justin Weygand) coaches Ariel (Marie Bean) on how to win over Prince Eric (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - On Friday evening, among the hottest and most scarce commodities in the city of Cullman...
Go ‘under the sea’ with ‘The Little Mermaid’ at Cullman High April 12-14
In her treasure trove of human “whoozits and whatzits galore,” Ariel (played by Marie Bean) wants to be “where the people are.” / W.C. Mann for The Tribune
CULLMAN - On Apr. 12-14 Cullman High School (CHS) Performing Arts will present Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”...
Movie Review: ‘Tomb Raider’ worth the price of admission
“Tomb Raider” is directed by Roar Uthaug and stars Academy Award-winner Alicia Vikander as Lara Croft in what is essentially an origin story for this version of Lara that sets up future entries for the franchise.
Vikander’s portrayal of Lara Croft is different from the...
Bearcat Band gets new uniforms
Cullman High School Bearcat Band members model the band’s new uniforms. / Photo courtesy Mary Hovater/CHS Band Boosters/CHS “Southerner”
CULLMAN - After years of fundraising including a hard push at the end to cover cost overruns, the Cullman High School Bearcat Band finally has its...
A roaring good time: West Point High’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’
Wardrobe (Jamie Myers), Cogsworth (Brendan Williamson), Chip (Parker Lawrence), Mrs. Potts (Kim Harbison) and Lumiere (Micah Coucke) get ready for dinner. / W.C Mann, Cullman Tribune
FAIRVIEW - This past week, West Point High School’s Performing Arts Department (WPPA) put on Disney’s “Beauty and the...
Rock the South: lineup, security and Heritage Park
CULLMAN - Rock the South (RTS) will return to Cullman June 1-2 with an impressive lineup of stars. Headliners Thomas Rhett and Eric Church will be joined by classic country/southern rockers Hank Williams Jr. and the Marshall Tucker Band and some of the current...
MOVIE REVIEW: High-concept sci-fi thriller ‘Annihilation’ a cerebral experience
“Annihilation” is written and directed by Alex Garland who is perhaps best known for his award-winning 2015 sci-fi thriller “Ex Machina;” his newest film falls in the same genre. Natalie Portman stars as a biologist named Lena, who, along with a team of other...
‘Black Panther’ gets 5/5 stars
“Black Panther” is the latest addition to Marvel’s cinematic universe and stars Chadwick Boseman as T’challa. Directed by Ryan Coogler, “Black Panther” picks up T’challa’s story right after the events of “Captain America: Civil War” where we first met him as he deals with...
Alabama School of Fine Arts in concert tonight at Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre
HANCEVILLE - The orchestra, choir and jazz ensemble from the Alabama School of Fine Arts will be in concert tonight, Thursday, Feb. 8, in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre on the campus of Wallace State Community College. The concert, which will feature both students...
‘Camp Rock’: West Point, Fairview join forces for countywide production
Ty Parker, director of bands and head of the performing arts department at West Point High School, is joining forces with Fairview High School’s Mark Dobbs to stage a countywide production of “Camp Rock” this April. Auditions, open to all students in the Cullman...
Put on your dancing shoes!
CULLMAN - Mark your calendar and put on your dancing shoes! The 22nd annual Cullman Jazz Band Big Band Dance is set for Friday, Feb. 2 from 7-9 p.m. at the Cullman Civic Center. This year’s theme is “Old Hollywood/Oscar Red Carpet Elegance.”
Cullman Band...
Missoula Children’s Theatre makes it up the beanstalk in spite of winter weather challenges
The cast of "Jack and the Beanstalk" awaits the rise of the curtain on Saturday, Jan. 20 at the Cullman Civic Center. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Saturday evening, the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT), Cullman Parks and Recreation (CP&R), and a cast of...
Dusty Slay(s) at Mae’s
Up-and-coming hot comic Dusty Slay entertained a crowded Mae’s Food Hall Thursday night at the venue’s inaugural Mae’s Comedy Night. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The first ever Mae’s Comedy Night over at Mae’s Food Hall Thursday brought in one of the biggest crowds that...
Ready, set, action! Missoula Children’s Theatre kicks off production week
Missoula Children’s Theatre’s Tierra Porter, left, and Morgan Summers, right, will be leading kids onstage and backstage, respectively, in this week’s production of “Jack and the Beanstalk” at the Cullman Civic Center. / Nick Griffin
UPDATE 1-18-18: Due to several missed practices because of this...
Evelyn Burrow Museum opens ‘Color Explosion’ exhibit
A Tuscan landscape is one of the subjects of paintings on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum from the collection of Mississippi artist Bewey Bowden. The exhibition “Color Explosion” can be seen now through March 31.
HANCEVILLE - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State...
ArtsKids! continues with BroadwayKids! and StudioKids! classes at Wallace State
Area students participating in the SingKids! session of ArtsKids! at Wallace State perform during the Christmas Spectacular in December, with Wallace State students.
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts program will continue its new ArtsKids! program this spring with two sessions: BroadwayKids!...
Missoula Children’s Theatre in Cullman; auditions Jan. 15
Image courtesy of Missoula Children’s Theatre
CULLMAN - Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) will make its annual stop in Cullman this month. The group will be in town from Jan. 15-20 to put on “Jack and the Beanstalk.” The production will include area children, ages 5-18,...
Movie Review: “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” a fun time
“Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” directed by Jake Kasdan is neither a direct sequel, nor a reboot of the original “Jumanji” movie from 1995, but it clearly takes place in the same world. There are some references to the original placed throughout the film...
Nick’s Picks: 10 best Christmas movies
Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) from "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" / Warner Brothers
CULLMAN - It's that time of year again for families all over the country. Christmas is approaching, and everyone has at least one movie that they watch around this time every year. This...
Cullman Community Band rings in the season
Neal McLeod plays solo trombone in “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - The 50-plus member Cullman Community Band delighted the crowd at the Cullman Civic Center on Sunday with its annual Christmas concert. Director/Conductor Garry Taylor led the band through a...
Movie review: ‘The Last Jedi’ a different kind of ‘Star Wars’ movie
“Star Wars: The Last Jedi," written and directed by Rian Johnson, is the sequel to "“Star Wars: The Force Awakens" and is the eighth entry into the episodic “Star Wars” films. Most of the leads from “The Force Awakens” return including Daisy Ridley as...
West Point High Performing Arts celebrates season
West Point Performing Arts put on its second annual Christmas Spectacular over the weekend. / W.C. Mann
WEST POINT - On Sunday afternoon, the performing arts program spearheaded by Ty Parker at West Point High School (WPHS) celebrated the season with the last of three...
“Scrooge” a hit: CHS Theatre delivers outstanding performance
CULLMAN - Cullman High School Performing Arts put on its award-winning rendition of “Scrooge: The Musical” Saturday night, and the auditorium was full of anxious friends and family who were excited to see the show. Friday night’s performance was canceled due to the weather...
Holly Pond choir and band celebrate the season
Director Evan Curtis and the Holly Pond High School Band wait for the choir to take the stage. / W.C. Mann
HOLLY POND - On Thursday evening, the music programs of Holly Pond High School came together for the school’s annual Christmas concert.
The 74-member choir...
CHS Theatre wins Best in Show at state Trumbauer Festival
CULLMAN - Cullman High School’s theater department won the highest honor at this year’s state Walter Trumbauer Festival, taking home the Best in Show title for its performance of “Scrooge: The Musical.”
The state Trumbauer Festival, which took place Dec. 1-2 at the University of...
Wallace State to host Christmas Spectacular Thursday, Dec. 7
The Wallace State Singers, backed up by the Wallace State Jazz and Concert bands, perform during the 2016 Christmas program, “In the Mood for Christmas.” The Singers, Jazz Band, Concert Band and Choir will perform in the 2017 Christmas Spectacular on Thursday Dec. 7,...
Movie Review: Chopped-up ‘Justice League’ leaves fans wanting more
“Justice League,” directed by Zack Snyder is the fifth movie of the DC Comics film franchise and the direct sequel to “Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice.” The film stars Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Ezra...
Movie Review: ‘Thor: Ragnarok’
Photo credit: Marvel Studios
This is the third movie of the Thor franchise, and the 17th of the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Ragnarok is directed by Taika Waititi and tries to shake up the tone of the MCU by making a pure comedy. One...
The Nelons to perform at Wallace State Nov. 16
NASHVILLE - Three-time Grammy Award-nominated family gospel quartet, The Nelons, will perform at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre on the campus of Wallace State Community College on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017 at 7 p.m. Single tickets will be available at the door for $30...
10 unconventional Halloween flicks
Every year when Halloween comes around, everyone has their go-to list of movies they traditionally like to watch. Whether it’s an installment of the "Halloween," "Saw" or "Friday the 13th" franchise, you know what you're going to get and probably have them memorized by...
‘The Addams Family: The Musical’ Oct. 26-29 at Wallace State
Wallace State students rehearse scenes from the upcoming “The Addams Family” musical. From left are, in front: Cheyenne Smith as Wednesday, Lauren Jones as Morticia, Patrick Jimenez as Puglsey; in back: Taylor Martin as Fester, Duke Cleghorn as Gomez, Conner Gully as Lurch and...
Full slate of community events this weekend
CULLMAN - This weekend is packed with activities on both Saturday and Sunday. See some of the highlights below. See full details on all events online at www.CullmanTribune.com/Calendar. Know of an event not listed? Click the calendar and hit the 'Submit Event' button.
Cullman Pilot...
Andy Warhol expert to speak at Evelyn Burrow Museum this Thursday
In a photo taken after hours, The Evelyn Burrow Museum’s exhibit “Fifteen Minutes Homage to Andy Warhol” is seen. Andy Warhol expert Seth Hopkins will offer a lecture and museum walk-through at an open house on Thursday, Oct. 19, at 5 p.m. The event...
The bands march on: 26th Annual Mud Creek Marching Festival
Central High School band members react after receiving the Silver Division Award from Hanceville Band Director Steven Porter. / Heather Mann
HANCEVILLE - Saturday saw the 26th Annual Mud Creek Marching Festival at Hanceville High School, kicked off by a performance of the National Anthem...
26th Annual Mud Creek Marching Festival today in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE - It’s a fall tradition. The 26th Annual Mud Creek Marching Festival will kick off Saturday at 11:50 a.m. at Ray Talley Stadium on the campus of Hanceville High School. Opening ceremonies will feature the National Anthem, performed by members of The Rocketeers...
13 area students selected as 2017-2018 JSU Marching Southerners
The Jacksonville State University Marching Southerners at September’s Calhoun County Band Exhibition / CollegeMarching.com
JACKSONVILLE - More than 500 gifted musicians and auxiliary were selected for Jacksonville State University's prestigious band program, the Marching Southerners, in Fall 2017. The following students are marching this fall:
George...
Cullman Oktoberfest 2017 officially kicks off Wednesday
2016’s Burgermeister, Rev. John Richter, left, will pass the title on to John Dean Wednesday evening. / Tribune File Photo
CULLMAN - Cullman Oktoberfest 2017 will officially kick off Wednesday, Oct. 4, with opening ceremonies at 6 p.m. at the Festhalle downtown. Festivities will include...
Two on Tap to perform at WSCC Oct. 2
HANCEVILLE - Broadway veterans Melissa Giattino and Ron DeStefano, who make up the duo Two on Tap, will be performing at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre at Wallace State Community College on Monday, Oct. 2, 2017 at 7 p.m. The concert will feature a...
Step right up! Cullman County Fair opens today
The Cullman County Fair will run from Sept. 21-30. / Tribune File Photo
CULLMAN - The smell of funnel cakes and candy apples will fill the air Thursday night, when the 63rd annual Cullman County Fair opens its gates at 5 p.m. at the Cullman...
For a good cause
Triumphant Quartet / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - The Good Samaritan Clinic held its third annual Caring for Cullman Concert this week at Cullman High School, featuring two gospel acts with local connections. As crowds filled the venue, the event was expected to raise more than...
Rhythm of the Fall: area marching bands, part 4
Dual Drum Majors Layla Finley and Jeremiah Wilson / William Johnson
BREMEN - In our final installment of “Rhythm of the Fall,” we drop in on the Cold Springs Royal Blue Band, led by director William Johnson.
Members:
“The Royal Blue of Cold Springs High School has...
Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts presents ArtsKids! programs
HANCEVILLE - The Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts department announces its new ArtsKids program for area students in grades 3-8. The first session, SingKids! will be held during Fall 2017 semester.
“ArtsKids is a new outreach program offered through our Fine and...
Jazz Band Camp introduces students to jazz music
Ricky Burks, left, leads students through a jazz tune during the annual Jazz Band Camp hosted at Wallace State. / Wallace State
HANCEVILLE - Clapping out the beat and sounding out the notes, Wallace State Community College Jazz Band Director Ricky Burks put about two...
Rhythm of the fall: area marching bands prepare for 2017 season, part 3
The Holly Pond Bronco Band performed at Disney World last April. Photo courtesy Evan Curtis/Holly Pond High School
CULLMAN COUNTY - The 2017 high school football season is officially in full swing, and football teams continue to practice and play hard. But others do as...
Rhythm of the fall: area marching bands prepare for 2017 season, part 2
CULLMAN COUNTY - The 2017 high school football season is upon us, and football teams have been working out and preparing for weeks. But others have been preparing as well: our area high school marching bands, who have been working through the stifling heat...
Evelyn Burrow Museum exhibit celebrates artist Andy Warhol
HANCEVILLE - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College welcomes a special exhibit featuring works celebrating American artist, director and producer Andy Warhol. “FIFTEEN MINUTES: Homage to Andy Warhol, an Exhibition of Sight and Sound” will be on display from August 29...
Rhythm of the fall: area marching bands prepare for 2017 season
The Vinemont Eagle marching band prepares for the 2017 marching season. / Courtesy Skylar King
CULLMAN COUNTY - As the new school year cranks up, many are looking forward to the kick off the 2017 high school football season. Football teams have been busy for...
2nd Fridays no. 3 in the books
Cullman Rocks, Cullman City Rocks and Hanceville Rocks all set up a free rock-painting area near one of the music stages at Friday night's 2nd Fridays event. / Heather Mann
CULLMAN - The local street fair known as 2nd Fridays has become a popular summertime...
Celebrate Cullman returns bigger than ever
Downtown Cullman was swarming Friday night with residents and tourists enjoying the return of Celebrate Cullman. The kids enjoyed free rides. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Friday evening, Celebrate Cullman returned to the downtown retail district after a brief pause. Begun as a way...
Area kids get hands-on at local art camp
Local artist Laura Walker held her art camp at The Link of Cullman County this year, where several area kids participated. / Heather Mann
CULLMAN - Some say that encouraging creativity in children can often lead to a better future. Expanded imaginations can come up...
Southern gospel tradition: Joyful Hearts 25th anniversary homecoming Aug. 5
Southern gospel group Joyful Hearts will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a homecoming gospel singing on Saturday, August 5 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
CULLMAN - The rafters out at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church will probably vibrate a little on August 5, thankfully not from...
Movie Review: ‘Atomic Blonde’ has great action, suffers a bit on plot
"Atomic Blonde," in theaters now, is directed by David Leitch, half of the director duo behind the John Wick films. "Atomic Blonde" stars Charlize Theron as MI6 agent Lorraine Broughton and James McAvoy as Berlin station chief, David Percival. The film is based on...
Movie Review: ‘Dunkirk’ focuses on the moment, not the characters
Christopher Nolan's latest film, "Dunkirk" is about the mass evacuation that took place in Dunkirk, France in 1940 during World War II. The film stars Tom Hardy, Cillian Murphy, Kenneth Branagh and Mark Rylance among many other supporting characters.
From a technical standpoint, "Dunkirk" is...
Seed-Harvest Music Academy opening new classes
Students perform at Seed-Harvest’s 2017 spring concert. / Seed-Harvest Music Academy on Facebook
Edited 7-24-17 to update age ranges and pricing.
CULLMAN - After unveiling an orchestra and jazz band for homeschooled students earlier this month, the Seed-Harvest Music Academy will debut new and revised classes...
Artists’ Alley adds new flair to growing 2nd Fridays
In Artists’ Alley, visitors can shop for works by local artists, and even watch some work live. / W.C. Mann
At the end of the day, it’s more than a festival. It’s helping the people of our community to be successful.”
Leah Bolin, president, Cullman Area...
2nd dive-in movie of the season Thursday night at CWAC
Guests enjoy a dive-in movie at the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center last summer. / Tribune File Photo
CULLMAN - The second of one of Cullman Parks and Rec's most popular summer events, the Dive-In Movies, will take place tomorrow, Thursday, July 13.
The movie "Sing"...
125th annual singing convention draws capacity crowd to courthouse
Music comes from all directions as the song leader directs from the center. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - Over the weekend, Cullman celebrated what has become a unique tradition in Alabama: the state’s last courthouse singing convention. Singers from all over the state, and some...
Movie Review: ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’
Official movie poster/ Marvel Studios
“Spider-Man: Homecoming,” directed by Jon Watts, is the latest addition to the Marvel cinematic universe. The fun flick stars Tom Holland as Peter Parker/ Spider-Man.
The plot revolves around Parker attempting to balance his normal relationships at school with his attempts...
125th annual singing convention coming to courthouse this weekend
This year’s convention is receiving special attention as part of the state’s bicentennial celebration.
CULLMAN - On Saturday, July 8 and Sunday, July 9, the Cullman County Courthouse will host its 125th annual singing convention, continuing a tradition that began in 1893. Once a common...
Movie Review: In “Baby Driver,” music steals the show, 5/5 stars
Official movie poster / Sony Pictures
CULLMAN - "Baby Driver," written and directed by Edgar Wright, is an action crime thriller starring Ansel Elgort, Jon Hamm, Kevin Spacey, Lily James, Eiza Gonzalez and Jamie Foxx. The two biggest things this film has going for it...
Bulldog Band’s ‘Show of Wheels’ this Saturday
The Hanceville High School band is raising money to buy new uniforms. / Hanceville High School Band on Facebook
HANCEVILLE - The Hanceville High School Bulldog marching band is holding its inaugural auto show, the Show of Wheels, this weekend. The fundraiser will be Saturday,...
2nd Fridays event kicks off summer evening series
CULLMAN - The Festhalle and Warehouse District were hopping Friday night, as the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce and Cullman Parks and Recreation held this year’s first 2nd Friday event downtown. The events will take place, you guessed it, on the second Friday of...
Plenty to do on Saturday
CULLMAN - If you are looking for something to do in and around Cullman on Saturday, there are plenty of options from which to choose. Things are happening in many different municipalities, starting early and going into the night.
We've listed the events we know...
Movie review: “Wonder Woman” best movie from DC extended universe so far
Official “Wonder Woman” film poster from wonderwomanfilm.com
CULLMAN - "Wonder Woman," directed by Patty Jenkins, is the origin story for one of DC Comics’ flagship characters, Wonder Woman. Starring Gal Gadot as the titular character, the movie follows Diana (Wonder Woman) as she grows up...
Walker Stalker Con: Zombies overtake Nashville
Norman Reedus, right, who plays fan-favorite Daryl, interacts with a fan.
NASHVILLE - What do you get when you combine thousands of passionate fans and zombies? Walker Stalker Con.
For the second year in a row, droves of fans descended on Nashville for a chance to...
Q&A with Rock the South founder Shane Quick
CULLMAN - This year’s record-setting Rock the South event is in the books, following a weekend packed with crowds, wild weather and superstar performances from the likes of country megastars Luke Bryan and Sam Hunt. The Tribune checked in with festival founder Shane Quick...
Rock the South continues after projected record opening day
CULLMAN - Arguably Cullman's event of the year, Rock the South lit up the Friday night sky above Heritage park last night. The stage was on fire with talent as well-known acts such as Cody Jinks, Brett Eldridge and Luke Bryan played unforgettable performances....
Cullman Ballet Theatre’s “Swan Lake” premieres tonight at Wallace State
CULLMAN - Cullman Ballet Theatre will present “Swan Lake” tonight at 7 p.m. at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theater on the campus of Wallace State. A second performance will be presented on June 4 at 2:30 p.m.
The timeless piece has been amended by dance...
1st dive-in movie of the season Thursday night at CWAC
Guests enjoy a dive-in movie at the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center last June.
CULLMAN - One of Cullman Parks and Rec's most popular summer events, the Dive-In Movies, returns Thursday night, June 1.
The movie "Moana" will be shown by the outdoor pool at the...
Fairview students chosen for Alabama Shakespeare Festival production
Ally Grund and Aaron Moyland
FAIRVIEW - If you want classical theater in this part of the country, there’s no place like the Alabama Shakespeare Festival (ASF) in Montgomery. For two Fairview High School seniors, it is their immediate post-graduation destination.
After auditions at four locations...
Fairview Theatre Works presents “The Wizard of Oz”
FAIRVIEW - Like many school-sponsored clubs and organizations this time of year, Fairview High School's Theatre Works is drawing the curtains on its performances until school starts back. The group’s latest was meant to be an incredible double-performance of “The Wizard of Oz” by...
Walker recognized at CMA Music Teachers of Excellence ceremony
Cindy and Jim Walker pose for a photo with Little Big Town’s Jimi Westbrook, center, an alumnus of Wallace State College and former performer in Walker’s Wallace State Singers. Walker was invited by the Country Music Association Foundation’s Music Teachers of Excellence event hosted...
Saturday event guide: May 6
CULLMAN - Friday was wet and blustery, but good weather is on tap for Saturday. According to the National Weather Service, Cullman will enjoy sunny skies with a high of 73. In addition to the full slate of activities going on at the Strawberry...
Hypnotist entertains for Make-a-Wish Foundation, wants to help veterans
The volunteers’ hypnotic antics included having their arms transformed into giant bunny ears.
HANCEVILLE - Comedic hypnotist Gary Conrad visited Wallace State Community College Sunday afternoon to help promote the work of the Make-a-Wish Foundation, which helps bring moments of joy to children fighting deadly...
Enjoy a free concert featuring WSCC Jazz and Concert Bands Thursday evening
HANCEVILLE - The Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts program will present its annual spring concert on Thursday, April 27, at 7 p.m., in the Recital Hall of the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
The free concert will feature performances...
Morning music: “Rock the Boat”
When I worked at Saturn on an assembly line for 10 hours a day, we used to play games that we made up to break the monotony and stave off the boredom. One of them was calling out the name of a song or...
33rd Annual Bloomin’ Festival this weekend will be largest ever
Brother Pachomius Alvarado, OSB spends a great portion of his time in St. Bernard Abbey’s Bakery baking divinely delicious cinnamon raisin bread to sell at this weekend’s 33rd Annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Crafts Fair.
CULLMAN - Preparations are well underway for this year’s Bloomin’...
Huge day for CP&R: Art in the Park festival sees City Park renamed “Art Park”
Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs officially unveils plans for the renovation of City Park, now renamed “Art Park”
CULLMAN - It could not have been a bigger day in the tiny southwest corner of the city of Cullman. After a run at Heritage Park, Cullman City...
Tribute to Barry Manilow: Jim Witter to perform at Wallace State April 20
HANCEVILLE - Nashville artist Jim Witter will present “I Write the Songs,” a show full of beloved tunes from the iconic Barry Manilow that the Cullman Community Concert Association says “will make you smile and sing-a-long throughout the entire performance” at the Betty Leeth...
Saturday event guide: April 15
CULLMAN COUNTY - It's Easter weekend, and the weather is gorgeous. Get out and enjoy one of these fun Saturday events!
As always, if you know of an event we don't, send us an email at news@cullmansense.com. Find all of our events at www.cullmansense.com/calendar.
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