2016 Oktoberfest has officially begun!
CULLMAN - Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson kicked off the Oktoberfest 2016 opening ceremony by presenting the colors of the United States and Germany while the national anthem was played by the Hanceville High School German Band. The opening prayer was administered by Chaplain...
Christmas in Cullman parade, tree lighting this Friday, Dec. 1; updated parade route
CULLMAN, Ala. — The city of Cullman is buzzing with excitement as it prepares for its “most spectacular Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony to date,” according to Nathan Anderson, executive director of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism.
Last weekend's opening event for the...
Fairview theater’s #Viral has powerful message for audience
FAIRVIEW - Mark Dobbs, Fairview High School theater teacher and director of Fairview Theater Works, put together a simple yet powerful performance over the weekend at the school's auditorium. With assistant director Leah Rodriguez, light/sound technician Ally Grund and technical assistants Katie Tucker and...
COOLFEST draws crowd downtown
Local farmers sold fresh, Cullman-grown produce on Thursday at COOLFEST. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - On a warm Thursday afternoon, Cullmanites came downtown for the North Alabama Agriplex’s first COOLFEST. Folks shopped for locally-grown produce from area farmers and handmade goods from local...
Victoria Banks to perform at Wallace State Sept. 13
NASHVILLE – Live On Stage and the Cullman Community Concert Association have announced award-winning songwriter Victoria Banks as part of their 2016 - 2017 concert season. In a world where authenticity often takes a backseat to marketability, Victoria’s music is a unique breath of...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1902:
The old building on the corner of Second Avenue and Fourth Street East is now being removed preparatory to the erection of a large brick bank by a company of gentleman who will “incorporate” with a capital stock of $25,000.
Mr. and Mrs. J. Mackentepe...
Group trip to Ireland set for May; sign up now
Dublin
HANCEVILLE — Area residents with a little Irish blood running through their veins or anyone who would like to visit the Emerald Isle may want to consider signing up to travel to Ireland with the Wallace State Abroad travel program offered through the Evelyn...
Professional Women’s Fashion Show and Luncheon: “Dancing in the Street”
The women in this club are single, married, all ages, business owners, stay at home moms, professional women, retirees, all with big hearts and generous natures, with one purpose in mind- to give help to people who cannot help themselves.”
Nan S. Auston, vice president
CULLMAN...
The Cullman County Electric Membership Corporation
CULLMAN – Each year the month of December is filled with beautiful Christmas decorations. Brilliantly colorful lights are swirled around trees and line rooftops all over town. Christmas trees are adorned with exquisite ornaments and twinkling lights as stacks of perfectly wrapped presents lay...
Tom Hendrix, man behind Tom’s Wall, passes away
FLORENCE - Tom Hendrix, the man behind Tom's Wall in Florence, has died, according to a report from WAAY-TV: "According to family members, Hendrix was 83-years-old and died of natural causes Friday."
The Tribune profiled Hendrix back in August 2016, when he shared with us...
Cullman Caring for Kids Remembers Children Lost to Abuse, Continues Fighting for Others
CULLMAN – The local non-profit organization, Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK), along with a few dozen advocates and supporters, gathered around the courthouse recently to pray for the leaders of the county. A balloon release followed to remember those lost, and to send a...
Files from Yesteryear: 1918 and 1938
From the Files of 1918:
On September 22nd, Mr. and Mrs. Asa B. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. S.J. Griffin, Mr. and Mrs. Gus Herzig, Miss Mae Hauk and Doctor G.W. Bledsoe assisted the Welti Community in organizing a Red Cross Auxiliary.
G.D. Elmore is chairman and...
Editorial: A love letter to my son
As I strolled around the Cracker Barrel gift shop Monday night, I passed a display that’s been there for a long time; one that I never really thought about. It was a display of T-shirts, cups and other items representing the branches of the...
Jimmy Peyton, Pastor of Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Considering the present state of our world, it is a challenge to remain a positive and yet truthful leader for God's people.”
Jimmy Peyton, Pastor of Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church
WELTI – Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church has been a part of the Welti community since 1901....
Tribune Tastemakers: 19 things to do in Cullman in 2019
Crowds filled Depot Park during 2017’s Strawberry Festival. (Cullman Tribune file photo)
I asked the Tribune TASTEMAKERS for suggestions on “must-do” things in Cullman to enjoy sometime during this new year, and with their input could roster 2,019, but here are 19 superb ones for...
Weekend holiday happenings (starting Friday morning!)
CULLMAN - Below is a list of Christmas events for you to enjoy this weekend, beginning Friday morning at 9 a.m. For more details, visit www.CullmanTribune.com/calendar.
(Some text provided by individual event organizers)
Friday, Dec. 1-Saturday, Dec. 2
Holly Market, 9 a.m. at the Cullman Civic Center
Cullman...
Saturday Event Guide- Oct. 8
It's a jam-packed October Saturday!
We've highlighted many of the fun events going on around the area. Events are listed below, but be sure to click on the links for full details! Have a great weekend!
☼ Oktoberfest 2016: Sacred Heart School Street Sale and Festival
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Cullman Lions Club: more than 60 years strong
The Cullman Lions Club recently named its 2018 Board of Directors for the Cullman County Fair Association. They are:
Seated: (L-R) Lion Jerry Bonner, fair co-manager; Lion Rickey Peek, director; Lion Dennis Berse, director; Lion Randy Kraft, director; Lion Steve Singleton, treasurer; Lion Steve Cartee,...
Family reunions and the importance of tradition
CULLMAN - Not so long ago family reunions were common in the area, with most remembering them from their childhood days. Members of a family would arrive with their children, their children’s children and covered dishes for an afternoon of fellowship, laughter and even...
First Source for Women celebrates 10th anniversary, raises $75K at annual banquet
Updated 10-20-2017 11:09 a.m.
Dove Award-winning Christian comedian Mike Williams had audience members in stitches, and still challenged them to a deeper commitment to First Source’s pro-life mission. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - Hanceville’s First Source for Women on Thursday evening held its annual banquet at...
Fun, learning and support for diabetic kids at Hope Horses, Inc.
Hope Horses, Inc. receives a donation from the Cullman Community Lions Club
CULLMAN - For the past few years, Camp Seale Harris has partnered with the Cullman Community Lions Club to put on a Family Fun Day for children with diabetes and their families. The...
Mirroring History: Hanceville High School Bulldog Band
HANCEVILLE – Hanceville High School was originally constructed in 1923, and an elementary school was built in 1936. When a new high school was erected in 1955, the older school became a junior high.
The Hanceville Band was formed in 1952. The first band director...
In spite of stiff competition, Hanceville tractor show sees good turnout
Sherman Roberts had the oldest operational tractor at the show, a 1939 Farmall “H” / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - Who would have thought that a tractor show would face stiff competition from, of all things, another tractor show? Who knew tractors were so popular? On...
West Point High School Fine Arts to present “All I Want for Christmas is You”
WEST POINT - The West Point High Fine Arts program is up to something, and it’s good! On Dec. 10 and 11 in the West Point auditorium, West Point High School Director of Bands Ty Parker and his students will present “All I Want...
Gottesdienst: A service of the Word as our forefathers knew it
CULLMAN, Ala. – As the community came together to celebrate Oktoberfest and the beginning of the city’s 150th anniversary this past weekend, dozens of community members stepped into the quiet sanctuary of St Paul’s Lutheran Church in the early afternoon hours on Saturday, Sept....
Mini rodeo, maximum success: sheriff’s event brings joy to special needs community
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and his son participate in the stick horse races at the mini rodeo on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - Sheriff Matt Gentry called it the “heart and soul of the sheriff’s office.” On Thursday morning, the...
This week in Cullman history (Feb. 14-21)
This week in Cullman history (Feb. 14-21)
On the night of Friday, Feb. 17, 1956, a tornado struck Cullman County. No fatalities occurred, but there was widespread property damage to homes, barns and cars. Roof damage was particularly widespread. At least one home was destroyed...
“A short-term solution to a long-term problem”: Sheriff Gentry weighs in on mental health issues
CULLMAN - In our continuing series on suicide and mental health, the Tribune sat down with Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry to get his perspective.
Sheriff Gentry began by noting the differences between true mental illness and temporary conditions brought on by substance abuse. The...
Thanksgiving Countdown Corner Nov. 22: Ice candles
Thanksgiving Countdown Corner Nov. 22:
Ice candles are perhaps the most fun of all the things we’ve done leading up to Thanksgiving!
They are amazingly beautiful, totally cost-effective since you are gathering most of the materials from your own yard and they stay as long as...
Free Concert Series Coming to Heritage Park
CULLMAN – CP&R will be hosting a series of free Concerts in the Park in September at Heritage Park. Concerts will be held each week on Thursday in the month of September at the recognition gardens starting at 6 p.m.
The free concert series will begin...
Morning music: “Can’t Stop the Feeling!”
Happy first day of spring, y'all! Here's "Can't Stop the Feeling!" by Justin Timberlake.
I knew there was something extra special about Justin Timberlake when he first appeared in those little New Mickey Mouse episodes...what's special about him, other than that he has a great...
Chinese Festival Celebrated at St. Bernard
CULLMAN - On Feb. 19, St. Bernard Preparatory School students traveled across campus to experience a taste of Chinese culture. The event was presented by the Chinese international students, Mandarin and Chinese Culture classes and the Confucius Institute of Troy University.
Instructor Min Gao Calvert...
Daystar Church Offers ‘Real Recovery’ for Those with Addictions
GOOD HOPE – Daystar Church, located in Good Hope, has a program that offers help for a special group of people in the community. The ‘Real Recovery’ program offers a place where folks can gather together and support each other as they travel the...
2017 Cullman County Fair Queen Pageant tonight at 7 p.m.
Top row, l-r: Ally Knight (Good Hope), Averie Harris (Fairview), Gracie Thomas (Holly Pond), Haylee Dauphin (Cullman)
Bottom row, l-r: Hillary Holcomb (Vinemont), Raven Gilliland (West Point), Savannah Aaron (Cold Springs), Serah Hudson (Hanceville)
CULLMAN - The 2017 Cullman County Fair Queen Pageant is tonight, Tuesday,...
52 ODES TO JOY: The S.U.N.S. JOY MUSEUM
“CHOOSE JOY: Positively add more happiness and contentment to your life with a 30-minute visit to The S.U.N.S. JOY MUSEUM.”
That’s a bold claim for any advertising copywriter. What if I added “FREE” and you can do this from the comfort of your own home....
Sensory-friendly ‘Mary Poppins’ to take flight
Technical Director Noah Carpenter and Show Director Lauren Salerno are planning what may be north Alabama’s first sensory-friendly theater performance in this year’s production of “Mary Poppins” at Wallace State. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - On Oct. 25-28, the Wallace State Community...
Elizabeth St. John exhibition opens at Burrow Museum
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College is pleased to announce the opening of a new exhibition featuring paintings by Elizabeth St. John.
While best known as an accomplished equestrian who serves as a Master of the Mooreland Hunt and...
Under The Microscope: Bionic Pancreas Offers New Hope For Sufferers of Type 1 Diabetes
For sufferers of Type 1 Diabetes, managing their blood sugar can be a constant struggle. An endless stream of insulin injections and various medications are required to keep their blood sugar levels steady. That may all change, however, thanks to Boston University and Massachusetts...
From the Files of 1955: A Collection of Community Items
Each week, we're going to share a little tidbit from the Tribune's archives. It may not be "important" news, but we think it's interesting to see what was "news" at different points in history. And who knows? Maybe someone from your family will show...
Donny Yarbrough, Pastor of Sardis Baptist Church
I am blessed to pastor Sardis Baptist Church in Trimble. They placed their faith in me as a young and inexperienced pastor in December of 2008 and made it official in March of 2009.”
Donny Yarbrough, Pastor
TRIMBLE - Sardis Baptist Church was founded by settlers...
Dodge City Knows How to Ring In 2015
DODGE CITY – On December 31, 2014, Life Church in Dodge City hosted their 3rd annual Big Ball Drop and New Year’s Eve Bash. The event featured live music from the band HopeAlive, retro indoor putt-putt golf, an inflatable castle for the little ones,...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1932 and 1952
From the files of 1932:
Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Wachter announce the birth of a daughter on April 27, whom they have named Dorothy Clair.
Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Wallace entertained at a dinner party Tuesday honoring Mr. and Mrs. Joe Gibson.
Mr. and Mrs. L.A. Bailey...
Files from Yesteryear: 1937, 1957
From the Files of 1937:
Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Newton are building a new home in the city at Fourth Street, between Seventh and Eighth Avenue East, near Harry Parker.
Guy Bennett has announced that he will open a new Goodrich Service Store, opposite Yost’s Store...
A Parent’s Perspective of H.O.P.E’s Horse Therapies
CULLMAN – I have written several articles over the past year about H.O.P.E Therapy and the services they provide, but have not had the chance to speak on my firsthand experience. As the parent of an autistic child, I understand the value of great...
Baileyton enjoys annual Christmas celebration
Children look over tables full of gifts at the Town of Baileyton's Christmas celebration on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017. / Heather Mann
BAILEYTON - Christmas is a time for friends and families to gather together, and what is a community but one big family? Many...
Files from Yesteryear: 1917, 1937
From the files of 1917:
Reverend R. Pfeiffer is the new pastor of Saint John’s Church.
Miss Helen Masserman has returned to Seymore, Indiana after a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Bertis Mackentepe.
Miss Irene Weggemen has graduated from Sacred Heart Academy, having completed a stenographic course...
Senior Spotlight: Myrna Tuggle – dedicated to her work
ADDISON, Ala. - Myrna Tuggle is a fixture of Addison, AL. She has lived there her entire life, except for a few years spent in Birmingham. She just celebrated her 82nd birthday in December 2021 and owns and operates the Addison Auto Parts Store....
Catching up with First Source for Women
The Mobile Unit, front and center at First Source’s fundraising banquet, has become a big, very visible part of the organization’s outreach efforts.
HANCEVILLE - First Source for Women (FSW), the faith-based, pro-life pregnancy and parenting support service headquartered in Hanceville, is growing by leaps...
A Celebration of Age and Elegance – New Ms. Senior Cullman County to be Crowned Feb. 13
HANCEVILLE - The new Ms. Senior Cullman County will be crowned on Saturday, Feb. 13 at Wallace State Community College (WSCC). The annual pageant, sponsored by the Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA), will be at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theater from 2 -...
4 Cullman County attractions featured in national tourism campaign
DECATUR - On Thursday, the Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association (AMLA) will hold a press conference to help the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) launch a national tourism campaign. Four culinary destinations in Cullman County have been selected for the ARC’s Bon Appétit, Appalachia!, a...
Local Elvis impersonator goes Hollywood
CULLMAN, Ala - Alex Swindle was only 10 or 11 years old when he auditioned for a part in a children’s theater musical that would place him on a strange path to Hollywood. A part playing the legendary Elvis Presley would grow into much...
Brooks’ Place— Cullman’s safe haven
CULLMAN, Ala. - Brooks’ Place is the Child Advocacy Center of Cullman, which provides children who are victims of crime or abuse an outlet to bring justice and security during extremely difficult circumstances. It’s been deemed as a safe haven for those in need.
Brooks’...
Be safe on the water this summer: drowning deaths preventable
We want people to have a good time, but most importantly, we want them to be safe.”
Sheriff Matt Gentry
CULLMAN - Summer vacation is here and that means kids all over Cullman County will be out in the hot weather enjoying the break. Swimming pools...
Hopewell Baptist celebrates 175 years
Mayor Kenneth Nail, accompanied by daughter Haana, delivered a proclamation from the City of Hanceville for Hopewell Baptist Church’s 175th anniversary. / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - On Sunday morning, Hanceville’s Hopewell Baptist Church held a special service celebrating its 175th anniversary. Established in January 1842,...
Details of 3-year bicentennial celebration announced
Left to right- Gov. Robert Bentley, Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson, Sen. Rusty Glover, R- Mobile and Carolyn Feltus (chairwoman of the Mobile Bicentennial Launch Committee) signing 1818 Alabama map in front of the Capitol at the bicentennial press conference.
MONTGOMERY - Gov. Robert Bentley...
Cullman County Courthouse hosts 127th annual singing convention
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, shaped note Sacred Harp singers and traditional music fans filled Judge Kim Chaney’s District Courtroom for the first day of the 127th annual Cullman County Courthouse Singing Convention. The crowd was still slim when the first song was called,...
Local author publishes first children’s book
“Daisy the Nice Dragon” was written by Hallie Christensen and illustrated by Cristal Baldwin. / Photo courtesy Hallie Christensen
CULLMAN - Vinemont native and Cullman resident Hallie Christensen recently fulfilled her longtime dream of publishing a children’s book, with the release of “Daisy the Nice...
Files from yesteryear: 1964
From the files of 1964
W.F. Looney Dies
Funeral services were held on January 22nd, at the Corinth West Church, for William Frazer Looney, age 73, of Route Three, Vinemont, who died at his residence on January 20th.
Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Callie Looney; one brother,...
Veteran Memorial: Royce Urah Strickland
Royce Urah Strickland
Royce Strickland was born January 25, 1930 to parents Benjamin and Lula (Strong) Strickland in Cullman County. Records indicate that he was from the Vinemont area. He would join the United States Army and serve in the Korean War with Company E,...
Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree
CULLMAN - It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and that means it is time to deck your halls. The first order of business for any home during the holidays is to find and decorate the perfect tree. Finding a tree that is perfect...
52 ODES TO JOY: S.U.N.S. GIVING
“If you have no charity in your heart, you have the worst kind of heart trouble.”—Bob Hope
HILARITY FOR CHARITY is a perfect example of S.U.N.S. (Smile-Making, Uniting, Neighboring, Spellbinding) GIVING. Now known as, www.WeAreHFC.org, Hilarity for Charity is the brainchild of 21st century comedy...
4th Annual Bikers Against Cancer motorcycle ride set for Saturday morning
CULLMAN - On Saturday, Oct. 8 the Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation (CCBBF) will host their 4th Annual Bikers Against Cancer event at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Registration and breakfast will begin at 8 a.m. in the Colonel Cullmann Room in Professional Office Building...
Seniors swing and shout at Oktoberfest Senior Day
CULLMAN, Ala– The Hofbräuhaus was packed as hundreds of seniors piled in for a day of laidback Oktoberfest celebration on Friday, Sept 29, 2023. Cullman County Commission on Aging and Donald E. Green Active Adult Center staff teamed up to ensure the event went...
Files from Yesteryear: 1957
From the Files of 1957:
Gum Pond News
Mrs. Nora Smith visited Mrs. Trixie Caudle one evening last week. Mrs. Caudle came home on Monday from a Birmingham Hospital, where she was operated on last week.
Mrs. Viola Smith is improving some. Those visiting Mrs. Viola...
The Luck of the Irish: Crowds Enjoy St. Paddy’s Day in Cullman
CULLMAN – There is a lot of fact and fiction behind why we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, and what the true meaning behind the holiday really is. One thing that is for sure, however, is that here in the United States, we celebrate with vigor...
Religious Spotlight: Seventh Street Baptist Church’s Pastor Eric Martin
Seventh Street has been through difficult times in the past. I have challenged our people to take down the rearview mirror and not look back. It is a new day at Seventh Street!”
Eric Martin, Pastor at Seventh Street Baptist Church
CULLMAN – Cullman is full of...
Files from Yesteryear: 1907, 1992
From the Files of 1907
Hanceville News
Misses Kate and Mary Stender, of Cullman, spent Sunday with parents, in Hanceville.
Miss Dela Matthews returned Saturday from a visit to friends in Cullman.
Mrs. Fred Hassenphlugg was quite sick the past week. She is better at this writing.
Mr. Frank...
Guest Editorial: Finding inspiration in Cullman’s music scene
CULLMAN, Ala. - Whether on warm summer evenings or brisk winter nights, people head into local venues to shake off the work week and hear some music. Cullman has a variety of spots to relax, like Moe's, Grumpy's or The Tavern and is adding...
Editorial: Parenting—It’s not a contest
Here’s a question for you: Why do we, as humans, feel the need to go completely overboard when it comes to everything to do with our children? Somewhere along the way, it seems we have forgotten the joy in simplicity. From over-the-top gender reveals...
‘The Wonderful World of Water’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Water Systems of Cullman County on Friday, April 21, will host the 18th annual Water Festival: “The Wonderful World of Water” at Wallace State Community College. The yearly event is for fourth-grade students and teachers across Cullman County.
The employees of...
‘Amazing Love’
CULLMAN - The spirit of giving this holiday season is surely upon the Cullman community as the Cornerstone Revival Center held their biannual benefit concert last Sunday evening. The Amazing Love Benefit Concert and Taste Fair was free for those to attend and enjoy...
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...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1950
From the files of 1900
Married at Vinemont on November 21 were W.H. Fowler and Mrs. Nancy C. Petts of Chicago. The ceremony was performed by John Moffat, Esquire.
Commissioner Abe Ryan was in the city yesterday.
Claud Copeland is behind the counters at F. Beyer and...
New Exhibit Features Primitive Cigar Box Instruments
HANCEVILLE - The art of creating musical instruments out of common household objects dates back to before the Civil War. Around 100 examples of that art is now on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville.
The History of...
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’...
Files from yesteryear: 1957
From the files of 1957
Hanceville Happenings
Holiday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Clate Hamrick were Mr. and Mrs. Bert Hamrick, Mr. and Mrs. Quinnon Holmes and son and Mrs. Jack Waldrop and children, all of Birmingham and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hamrick and children, of...
Southern Accents Hosts Celebrity Cookbook Author Morgan Murphy
CULLMAN - Southern Accents was the gracious host to author Morgan Murphy on Saturday. Murphy held a unique and very personable book signing while promoting his new book “Bourbon & Bacon”. A lover of good ole southern cuisine, Morgan is also a judge on...
Files from Yesteryear: 1904, 1934
From the Files of 1904:
The Right Reverend Benedict Menges, O.S.B. Abbott of Saint Bernard died on Monday, after a long illness. He founded the college in 1892.
Carl Hartung will manage the teams. T.D. McMinn will be umpire and George Stiefelmeyer will be scorekeeper when...
Fenwick Food Group acquires Alabama-based Wickles Pickles
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Fenwick Food Group, a division of Fenwick Brands Inc. has acquired Wickles Pickles, an iconic and beloved Alabama brand.
Fenwick Food Group is an operating platform for food businesses and includes Alabama-based Moore’s Marinades & Sauces and newly acquired Wickles Pickles.
Wickles was...
Veteran Memorial: Jackson Moses Sinyard Jr.
Jackson Moses Sinyard Jr.
Jackson Sinyard Jr. was born June 19, 1932 in Cullman County. His parents were Jackson Moses Sinyard Sr. and Audie (Graves) Sinyard and they lived in the Brushy Pond Community. Jackson joined the United States Marine Corp and served during the...
Grace Episcopal Church welcomes new rector Jay Gardner
Jay Gardner with his wife Paige and son William (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
CULLMAN, Ala. - Grace Episcopal Church welcomed James (Jay) Wynn Gardner III as its new rector this week with a special service and reception. Bishop John McKee Sloan read the...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Cullman Erdbeerfest May 6
“Guten Morgen, Fritz, when are you and Frau Ruehl hosting the Erdbeerfest, this year?” I could imagine overhearing such an exchange this morning when I was back among the flowering fruit trees and fiddlehead ferns of the Wildflower Garden at Sportsman Lake in Cullman...
Cullman Walking Tours begin this weekend
Tours meet at the museum steps at 10 a.m. each Saturday in April.
CULLMAN - Get ready to start walking and talking, Cullman!
Annual, statewide walking tours begin this Saturday, April 1. If you have attended these tours before you’ll know that they are a great...
Car show nets almost $3K for Fairview band
FAIRVIEW - The Fairview High School Band put on its third annual car, truck and tractor show Saturday at Randall Shedd Community Park, and the community came out to show its support. At the end of the day, the band raised almost $3,000 for...
Cullman Big Band Dance a swinging success
CULLMAN - On Friday evening, the Cullman Civic Center came alive with music and dance as hundreds of area youth and adults gathered for the 21st annual Cullman Big Band Dance. Live music was provided by the Cullman High School Jazz Band under the...
Veteran Memorial: Staff Sgt. Ronald Hugh Hall
SSgt Ronald Hugh Hall
Ronald Hugh Hall was born June 11, 1945 in Cullman County. He grew up in Cullman and joined the United States Army. He served in the Vietnam War and began his tour on November 11, 1970.
Hall was a general vehicle repairman...
Veteran Memorial: Henry Paul Grusnick
Henry Paul Grusnick was born June 10, 1888, in Cullman to German immigrants. Grusnick joined the United States Army, and the young Private was a member of the 6th Group, 75th Company, Mounted Division.
He was at Camp Hancock in Augusta, Georgia from July 24, 1918,...
CHS band takes on New York City
CULLMAN, Ala. - Months of hard work paid off Tuesday morning when the Cullman High School (CHS) Bearcat Band performed at the Statue of Liberty on a cold, blustery New York day. The kids proudly represented Cullman, playing “The Star Spangled Banner,” “This is...
Florida Georgia Line returning to Rock the South
CULLMAN - Florida Georgia Line is headed back to Rock the South. The group was announced Tuesday morning, the first act revealed for this year's festival. See the official announcement below.
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Do You Know These Historic Facts About Cullman?
CULLMAN – Did you know that our town’s founder Colonel Johann Gottfried Cullmann’s original home was located where Just for Looks and Berkley Bob’s Coffee House are now? Also, according to Cullman city maps that go back as far as 1888, Colonel Cullmann had...
Reptile And Amphibian Show Coming To Agriplex
CULLMAN – On Tuesday, July 14 at 6 p.m. Daphne Mowland, an educator with Wheeler Wildlife will put reptiles and amphibians on display at the North Alabama Agriplex.
Rachel Dawsey, Director at the Agriplex, has overseen the Living Landscapes program for the past two years.
She...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Real lavender cookies
CULLMAN GARDENS inspired the magical-but-real setting for the folktale, “WUNDERGARTEN.” Let me guide you to the specific spot up a gentle path through the Wildflower Garden at Sportsman Lake in Cullman County, Alabama. This is where I rested a moment last August and the...
Daniel Moore exhibition opens Sept. 11 at Evelyn Burrow Museum; reception with Moore at 6 p.m.
The artist Daniel Moore in his New Life Art Gallery in Hoover (Photo by Jerry Siegel)
HANCEVILLE - The Evelyn Burrow Museum is proud to announce an upcoming exhibition featuring the artwork of renowned sports artist Daniel A. Moore, just in time for football season....
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...
Vinemont children enjoy a back-to-school bash
This is two churches coming together to hand out free school supplies and let the kids have some fun before they have to start back to school.”
Jamie Johnson
VINEMONT – Area children enjoyed a back-to-school bash at the Vinemont Scout House on Friday evening. There...
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...
Pokémon: the perils of catching them all
CULLMAN - Let me start by saying, yes, like most of the country, I play Pokémon Go. Yes, I have visited places I would not normally visit. Yes, I have stayed out way too late trying to catch the virtual monsters.
The game is relatively...
Mother Angelica Passes on Easter Sunday
Faith is what gets you started. Hope is what keeps you going. Love is what brings you to the end."
Mother Angelica
HANCEVILLE - The Catholic Church as well as many others are mourning today the loss of Mother Mary Angelica of the Annunciation, foundress of...
A Hot Meal in a Caring Community
GOOD HOPE - Good Hope is once again offering a delicious hot meal to all on Thanksgiving. This is an annual event held by the city that offers a high quality meal for free. It has been such a success that they have had...
Restoring Women Outreach hires program director, first full-time employee
CULLMAN - Opening its doors in 2011 to women who most in society had already closed the door to, Restoring Women Outreach (RWO) specializes in pulling women out of the trenches of the disease of addiction and back into being productive, powerful and inspirational...
