Summer Movies at Art Park returns June 26, July 24
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism will host the Summer Movies at Art Park series June 26 and July 24, from 8-10 p.m. Art Park is located at 205 Second St. SW.
Christy Turner with CPRST said the series was started to give families an affordable way to spend time together...
Downtown library hosting block party June 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library is hosting its second annual Summer Reading Kickoff Block Party to celebrate the beginning of its summer reading program on Monday, June 8 from noon-2 p.m.
Cullman County Public Library System Assistant Director Shelby Creekmore said they will have local vendors and businesses visiting the library.
“We will also...
‘The People’s Artist’: Brian Greer finishes 12th in art contest
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man and his handmade jewelry company recently finished 12th in The People’s Artist, an online nationwide competition presented by actor and artist Johnny Depp.
Brian Greer, owner of The Fun Company, is a jewelry artist and has been crafting unique jewelry for 40 years.
“We had a contract with...
Wallace State Esports competitor Arian Kennedy reflects on national championship runner-up finish
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Esports competitor Arian Kennedy and his teammate Christopher James Donahoo had a strong run on the national championship stage, before falling just short in a 3-1 series. The team finished National Champion Runners Up in the NJCAA Esports Division II for...
19 local students graduate from Alabama Connections Academy
ATHENS, Ala. - Alabama Connections Academy honored 991 graduates from across the state during its commencement ceremony on May 14 in Montgomery.
Of those, 19 students* are from Cullman County. Those graduates include:
Maleah Ashley
Owen Campbell
Deven Edmondson
Patricia Graham
David Jones
Jacob Mayo
Alexander Nacilla
William Privett
Harley Reynolds
Tinsley Walker
*NOTE: Not all students from the area are included due to privacy reasons.
“The graduating...
The Blooming Barista grand opening this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Blooming Barista is set to hold its grand opening Friday, June 5, from 3-6 p.m. and Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in the gravel lot beside the Cullman Basketball Complex at 1366 County Road 715.
The event will feature free, decorated cookies to the first 25 customers. Every customer in attendance...
Miss Wallace State Anna Kate Taylor competing at Miss Alabama
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College is being represented this week at the Miss Alabama competition by sophomore Anna Kate Taylor.
Taylor, 19, is a general studies major from West Point with plans to transfer to a university to pursue a degree in public...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 4, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 1
criminal mischief; CR 1342
domestic violence; CR 401
theft of property; Main St. NW Hanceville
theft of...
Holly Pond Town Council awards camera bid, discusses park updates
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday, June 1, awarded a bid for cameras and discussed park updates.
At last month’s meeting, the council discussed the installation of approximately 45 new cameras around town hall, the senior center, event center, concession stand and library. On Monday, they reviewed two bids.
The first, from...
Berlin Farmers Market opening for season June 6
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Farmers Market will officially open for the season this Saturday, June 6. It will be open 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
The town is encouraging families to come out to enjoy the day. Neighboring the farmers market pavilion is a playground with swings and more. There will also be a bounce...
Fairview Town Council talks parks and events
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Monday addressed a full agenda including multiple items related to the town’s parks and recreation facilities and staff. The council passed resolutions to:
Pay the park’s concession stand director $2,000 for her work during the recently completed ball...
5 students receive Sydni Helms Memorial Scholarship, including Vinemont’s Jayden Friedrich
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Sydni Helms Memorial Scholarship Fund recently awarded five $2,000 scholarships to well-deserving students, continuing its mission of honoring Sydni Helms Hipp’s legacy by helping students pursue their educational goals.
This year's recipients included Troy Bailey of Curry High School, Jackson Stacks of Cordova High School,...
Vinemont Town Council discusses long-term projects, annexation opportunities
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 2, discussing long-term projects and annexation opportunities.
During the work session, council members discussed several long-term projects and priorities for the future. Topics included a potential addition to town hall, updating...
Pet of the Week: Mr. Melson is ready to roll
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mr. Melson may be unassuming at first glance, but this affectionate domestic shorthair has a personality that does not take long to show. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
He is approximately a year old. He is gentle, funny and fond of good company, making him a strong consideration for...
Vacation Bible School listings
CULLMAN, Ala. - Churches across Cullman County are holding Vacation Bible School programs, kick-off nights, Bible roundups, gospel meetings and other summer events for children and families.
Events are listed below by community. Families are encouraged to confirm details with individual churches before attending, as...
Relay For Life: ‘Cancer touches everybody in our community’
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Relay For Life event took place Saturday, May 30, at Depot Park. The celebration raised money for the American Cancer Society, honored cancer survivors, remembered those lost and supported cancer research.
Included were the traditional Survivor Lap, recognition...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 3, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 3, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 28
theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise; $31;...
Op-Ed: The importance of art
During my sophomore, junior and senior years in high school I painted props in advanced theater. I tried to place the color yellow into every piece that I made because yellow became a beacon of hope for me. No matter how little sleep I had gotten...
Hanceville Library begins this year’s Summer Reading Program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville hosted an Animal Tracks event recently as part of its Summer Reading Program.
Library Manager Teresa Rivera said they will have many meaningful summer programs that are free to the public.
“My favorite thing about Animal Tracks is the children really enjoyed...
ALEA encourages continued vigilance as 101 Days of Summer Safety Campaign begins
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As the Memorial Day holiday travel period concludes, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is reminding motorists and boaters that the summer travel season is just beginning and urging everyone to prioritize safety during the Agency’s annual 101 Days of Summer...
Rainer: WFF asks public for assistance with wild turkey brood survey
For the first time, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division is asking the public to participate in the annual wild turkey brood survey, which starts on June 1 and ends on August 31.
Caleb Blake, WFF’s Upland Game...
Pennsylvania man, allegedly connected to PA homicide, dies in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Pennsylvania man died in Cullman June 1, and was, according to the Cullman Police Department, a person of interest in connection with a homicide in Manheim Borough, Pennsylvania.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the man as Michael Anthony Boccia, 36,...
Cullman’s Sarah Kate Dockery recognized as Stephen D. Lee Scholar at Mississippi State
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Mississippi State University congratulates more than 160 spring graduates recognized as Stephen D. Lee Scholars for achieving a cumulative 4.0 GPA during their college careers.
Cullman’s Sarah Kate Dockery was among them. Dockery studied aerospace engineering, earning a bachelor of science...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 2, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
June 1
harassing communications; person
theft by fraudulent leasing; Choice Rentals;
domestic...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Correspondent’ by Virginia Evans
“The Correspondent” is an epistolary (a story told through letters) debut novel.
The book is about Syble Van Antwerp, a retired law clerk in her 70s. Syble tends to be cranky and a little bit difficult to get along with.
The novel begins in 2012 and spans nine years. Though the letters she writes and the letters...
Hanceville Library celebrates poetry contest winners
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Writers from across Alabama were invited to Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville on Friday, May 29, to participate in library's annual Poetry Night and poetry competition to celebrate creativity and literacy.
Library Manager Teresa Rivera explained that the competition started as a way to get residents involved during...
Hanceville council approves park improvement funding, restaurant liquor license
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its meeting on Thursday, May 28, the Hanceville City Council approved park improvement funding and a liquor license for a local restaurant.
Parks
Councilman Robert Powell explained the proposal of combining the C.W. Day Park improvement project and park fencing project into one larger, three-phase project, with a budget of $525,000
“Kind of what it would do is, instead of...
Cleghorn, McCluskey named May CCBOE/AmFirst Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) and AmFirst recently recognized Gerrita Cleghorn of West Point Middle School and Kerrie McCluskey of Good Hope Middle School as Employees of the Month.
Teacher of the Month: Gerrita Cleghorn
Cleghorn has served as an eighth-grade science teacher at West Point Middle School...
Lindsey Howard named principal of Holly Pond Elementary School
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Cullman County Schools has selected Lindsey Howard as the next principal of Holly Pond Elementary School, pending approval by the Cullman County Board of Education.
Howard brings more than 15 years of experience in elementary education, literacy leadership and school administration...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 1, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 28
violation of protection order; CR 1025
harassment; Hwy. 278E
assault; CR 1419
trespassing; CR 262
May 29
harassing communications;...
Attention seniors! Jammin’ in the Gym returns in June
CULLMAN, Ala. - Adults 55 and older are invited to spend Tuesday evenings in June dancing, socializing and enjoying live music during the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center's annual "Jammin' in the Gym" series.
The free event, held from 6-8 p.m. at the center, has been a summer tradition for several...
Wallace State awarded grant to help U.S. students obtain passports
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College has been selected by the Institute of International Education (IIE) to receive an IIE American Passport Project grant that will enable Wallace State students to obtain their first U.S. passport and open the pathway to study abroad.
The $4,125 grant will...
Rasco, Twilley honored with Ms. Senior Alabama Pageant send-off celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. - On May 28, friends, family and fellow seniors came together at the Cullman Senior Center to honor Ms. Senior Cullman County Sheri Rasco and Ms. Super Senior Cullman County Mazzie Twilley with a send-off celebration before they head to the Ms. Senior Alabama Pageant on June 6 in...
COLUMN: Too old for a mid-life crisis
I was two days out of knee surgery, lying on my bed in a Lortab-laced fog, when I sat up and uttered a sentence to my wife that I never imagined would come out of my mouth.
“Hey, I’m going to get my walker, go to...
Good Hope City Council meeting notes: May 26
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council had a regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, May 26.
During the financial reports, council members reviewed grant reimbursements related to a USDA-funded project, alcohol license revenue and accounting transfers between city funds. Councilmembers discussed reviewing additional financial...
Evelyn Burrow Museum opens ‘Nympheus Luminansis, Water Lilies of Light’ exhibition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College announces a new exhibition that pays tribute to the work of impressionist Claude Monet.
“Nympheus Luminansis, Water Lilies of Light” by French artist Laurence Saunois is a result of eight years of work and...
COLUMN: In memory of Mrs. Annie Jo Cochran
In the spring of 1989, my little family and I moved to Rainbow City, Alabama, where I had been called as pastor of White Springs Baptist Church. Ashley, our one and only child, was not quite 2 years old, so her first memories of...
Files from Yesteryear: May 30, 1929
From the files of May 30, 1929
Bees and Butterflies
Elwin Kinney is home from Auburn.
Louis Keller spent Sunday in Moulton.
Bill Beller spent the first of the week fishing in Town Creek.
Mr. and Mrs. Paton White are announcing the birth of a baby girl.
Walter L. Guthrie...
I-65N at Lacon to close Tuesday night, June 2, for bridge repair
ALDOT will close I-65 northbound at Exit 318 at Lacon in Morgan County for one night next week to repair the deck of the northbound bridge over the CSX railroad.
Weather permitting, ALDOT plans to close the northbound roadway about 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, and...
Hanceville Middle School’s new addition will be ready for new school year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Middle School’s new addition has passed inspection and will be ready for students when school starts in August. The expansion brings six classrooms, meeting spaces, a library and a new front office. School officials say this project will help with...
Cullman Electric Co-op, Cullman County: Tentative start date for new water and sanitation billing is Sept. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Officials from Cullman Electric Cooperative and Cullman County recently met to discuss the transition of water and sanitation billing services from Cullman Electric back to Cullman County. After months of planning, both organizations have agreed on a tentative transition date of Sept. 1,...
Relay For Life TONIGHT at Depot Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – Relay For Life of Cullman County’s annual celebration is tonight, Saturday, May 30, from 6-10, in Depot Park. This is a free, rain-or-shine event.
Event Lead Emily Abney said there is a dinner at 5 p.m. that is free for survivors and...
Red Barn Farm Flower Cottage: ‘Bloom where God has you right now’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Red Barn Farm Flower Cottage has opened its doors to the community through the summer.
Flower artisan and owner Allie Johnson said that a few years ago, the family was trying to come up with a side business she could run...
FAITH: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church to install Deaconess Kate Phillips for International Mission Service
St. Paul’s recently announced:
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church invites the community to join in giving thanks to God and honoring Deaconess Kate Phillips as she begins a new chapter of service in international mission work. Deaconess Phillips has been called by the LCMS Board of International...
Cullman City Council approves tax abatement for ‘Project Panel’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at its meeting on Tuesday, May 26, passed a resolution to approve an economic development tax abatement for “Project Panel” in the amount of $364,914. The total capital investment for the project is expected to be $5,335,500....
Adriana Skutchan named principal of Holly Pond High School
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Cullman County School Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Adriana Skutchan to the Cullman County Board of Education as the new principal of Holly Pond High School.
Skutchan would succeed Dr. Nate Ayers, who has been named assistant superintendent of Russellville...
Local woman dead following house fire
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A local woman died Friday, May 29, following a house fire at a residence on Mize Road.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as Joni Mize, 65. He said she died at UAB Hospital.
Cullman Fire Rescue and Fire Marshal’s...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope leads the way with five players selected to All-Cullman County Team
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education released their 2026 All-Cullman County Softball team on Friday afternoon, which comprised of 21 of the area's top players. The Good Hope Lady Raiders, winners of the 2026 Cullman County championship, led the way with...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 29, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 29, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 28
unauthorized use of vehicle; UHAUL
theft of property-4th degree;...
Alabama opens play at the Women’s College World Series with 6-3 win over UCLA
OKLAHOMA CITY – Alabama softball opened play at the 2026 Women's College World Series Thursday evening with a 6-3 win over UCLA, advancing to the winner's bracket to face either Arkansas or Nebraska on Saturday, May 30 at 6 p.m. CT on ESPN.
Thursday's win marked...
4th annual Ballin’ Like a Bulldog returns in July; registration open
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Registration is now open for the fourth annual Ballin’ Like a Bulldog Youth Skills Camp, with plenty of spots still available for young athletes looking to participate this summer.
Hosted by B&D Construction and organized by Hanceville resident Brittani Coker, the two-day basketball camp will take place July 23-24 from 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. each day...
Op-Ed: What’s your favorite 80s rom-com?
Romantic comedies in the 2020s don’t feel like the ones from the 1980s. I made it my mission to stop procrastinating and watch some highly recommended films. These two are my current favorites, though I do not claim they’re the best. I have a lot of inventory to sort through before coming to...
Small Business Spotlight: Gamer Geeks
This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine in April.
Gamer Geeks has become a local hotspot for tournaments and gatherings for all ages since it opened in 2023. It can be for those who participate in the gaming or card playing community, or for those who simply...
Op-Ed: Be weather ready!
Many have experienced storm anxiety since the tornado outbreak of 2011. The panic can set in quickly – when the out-of-nowhere summer rain shower blocks your view of the road, as wind speeds pick up or your phone dings with the most recent weather alert.
It is normal to be worried,...
Cullman’s Abby Sosa to compete in Miss Alabama competition June 3-6
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama will be strongly represented as 17 students compete in a field of 45 for the title of Miss Alabama. The program takes place June 3-6 at Samford University in Birmingham. Among the contestants is Cullman’s Abby Sosa.
The...
Cullman County Schools students selected to participate in statewide youth leadership program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Four Cullman County Schools sophomores recently participated in the 2026 Alabama Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) seminar. Bailey Wilkerson and Dru Prevatt represented Cold Springs, and Hanceville nominated Madeline Watwood and Yoleth Trejo. Alabama HOBY is an annual seminar held by...
St. Bernard Prep announces new leadership structure for 2026-2027 school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Board of Directors of St. Bernard Preparatory School this week announced a series of leadership appointments it said “will strengthen the school’s academic, spiritual and operational foundation as it enters the 2026–2027 academic year. These advancements affirm the school’s ongoing...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 28, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 28, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 26
assault; CR 1699
domestic violence; CR 1720
theft of property; CR 1216
domestic violence; CR 222
possession of...
Editorial: This is not ding-dong ditch anymore
There was a time when a childish prank meant ringing a doorbell, running away and hiding in a ditch while your friends tried not to laugh too loudly.
It was stupid. It was immature. It was annoying.
But it usually was not destructive.
That is not what the Cullman...
Pet of the Week: Marilyn is a quiet observer with a loving heart
CULLMAN, Ala. - Marilyn is a domestic shorthair blonde tabby with a gentle spirit and an affectionate heart. She’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
At approximately 1 year old, Marilyn has a calm, unassuming demeanor that makes her easy to love. She is...
Tin Can Tourists coming to JG’s Campen Life RV Campground June 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - A vintage trailer club will roll into Cullman on Saturday, June 13, from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. at JG’s Campen Life RV Campground.
JG’s Owners Greg and Jenny Holmes said the Tin Can Tourists (TCT) vintage trailer and camper club has chosen to attend the Rock the Tin Can Vintage Trailer Show.
“This historic...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt named Alabama’s 2026 Event of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Christkindlmarkt has been selected as the 2026 Event of the Year by the Alabama Tourism Department, recognizing the festival’s sustained impact on tourism, community engagement and economic development across the state.
What began as an effort to create a meaningful...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 27, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 26
criminal mischief-3rd degree; person; damaged door; $500; Ward...
2 killed in I-65 crash in Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two people were killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9:40 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, on Interstate 65 in Cullman County.
Alabama State Troopers said Kristen B. Rogers, 35, of Florence, was fatally injured when the 2012 Cadillac SRX she was...
Local Eats: K’s Botanas & More
This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine in April.
Located at 1410 Second Ave. NW, in Cullman is K’s Botanas & More. Owner Karen Silva said the restaurant thrives on unwavering faith, loving family values and daily devotion.
“I come in every morning at 5 a.m.,” she said. “It’s my moment. I don’t open until 11 a.m., but I get my coffee going,...
Anytime Fitness Cullman offering summer performance camp for students
CULLMAN, Ala. - Anytime Fitness Cullman is offering a four-week summer performance camp for middle and high school students starting June 15. The camp is designed to help young athletes stay active during the off-season and build confidence, discipline and healthy habits. The camp runs until July 13 and meets...
Day in the Life: Unsheltered International
This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine in April.
Unsheltered International is a nonprofit organization that offers help and hope to the unsheltered in our community. President and Executive Director Travis Sharpe said the nonprofit helps many people.
A day in the life at Unsheltered International can...
Explore used book sales at the downtown library
CULLMAN, Ala. – Looking to purchase books but not spend a fortune? The Cullman County Public Library downtown has ongoing used book sales. These sales include everything from children’s books to cookbooks, magazines and CDs.
Staff said bigger sales usually happen during major local events or when the library gets a lot of donated...
Preston Boyd named Good Hope High School principal
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Preston Boyd as the next principal of Good Hope High School. Boyd currently serves as the assistant principal of Good Hope High. He will replace Jyme Jennings, who is the new secondary...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 26, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 26, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 21
domestic violence; CR 762
possession of dangerous drugs; US. 231
violation of protection order; CR 1155
criminal...
Library offering free Spanish classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The downtown branch of the Cullman County Public Library System is offering free ongoing Spanish classes for beginners and people of all ages. These classes, held every other Friday at 11 a.m., help residents explore a new language and culture. The next class will be June 5.
Alejandra Peña teaches the classes, which...
Smith Lake Park holds annual Memorial Day Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Smith Lake Park Memorial Day Festival took place Saturday, May 23, drawing people from across Cullman County, the state and beyond, all gathered for a day of fun in the sunshine.
The vendor lineup showcased a multitude of wares, ranging from hand-crafted items, custom tumblers, knives, leather sheaths and your choice of Cullman fashion.
Kreative Engraving and Design...
North Alabama Agriplex has classes for all ages
CULLMAN, Ala. - Located at 1714 Tally Ho St. SW in Cullman is the North Alabama Agriplex,
home to many who are passionate about educating the community on sustainability, agricultural heritage and more.
In May, the Agriplex held its Mother’s Day Tea. Mothers and their children enjoyed tea in “real China,” Samantha Catland, manager of the Agriplex Youth and Kitchen Programs, noted.
They were served frittata bites,...
PREP TRACK & FIELD: Cullman’s Henry Crocker reflects on his time as a Bearcat so far
Updated May 25, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the 2026 track and field season in the rearview, Cullman rising senior Henry Crocker shared some of his favorite track and field moments, plus what it was like being around some great teammates.
"My favorite...
‘Never forget the cost of our freedom’
CULLMAN, Ala. - It’s a familiar sight up and down U.S. Highway 31 through the center of Cullman around this time of year: American flags flying in the breeze, planted proudly from south Cullman all the way to Vinemont. In all, there are more than 300 flags...
Wallace State receives $10K grant from Dollar General Literacy Foundation to support family literacy
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) recently awarded Wallace State Community College a $10,000 grant to support family literacy. The funds contribute to a record‑setting, single‑day total of nearly $16 million in grants nationwide — supporting adult, family and summer literacy...
FAITH: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School welcomes Director of Parish Music Olivia Thoelke
St. Paul’s recently announced:
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School welcomes Director of Parish Music Olivia Thoelke.
A recent graduate of Concordia University Irvine, Olivia has been deeply involved in both music and campus life throughout her time there. Her experience includes performing with the Concordia...
CPRST Summer Women’s Softball League starts in June
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) Summer Women's Softball League kicks off Monday nights in June at Heritage Park.
CPRST Athletic Director Ashley Morton said they are excited to bring women’s softball back to Heritage Park this summer and create an opportunity for teams to compete, connect and enjoy the...
NWS Huntsville confirms EF-1 tornado impacted Holly Pond, Baileyton May 22
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The National Weather Service Huntsville confirmed a EF-1 tornado impacted the Holly Pond and Baileyton area on Friday, May 22, 2026.
The storms were expected to bring a low risk of strong to severe weather, though several damage reports from residents...
Wallace State announces spring 2026 honors lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 745 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the spring 2026 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester while taking a...
Senior Fishing Day held indoors due to storms
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Residents came together at the Hanceville Civic Center on Friday, May 22, for the annual Senior Fishing Day. The event, organized by the Cullman County Commission on Aging, the City of Hanceville and Hanceville Parks and Recreation, was meant to be an outdoor fishing competition...
FAITH: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church to welcome Vicar Daniel Johnson
St. Paul’s recently announced:
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Cullman will welcome Vicar Daniel Johnson and his wife, Cecily, to our church family through Concordia Seminary, St. Louis's vicarage program.Vicar Johnson is currently completing his studies at Concordia Seminary and looks forward to growing in...
Files from Yesteryear: May 23, 1957
From the files of May 23, 1957
Buddy Poppy Parade To Be Saturday
The annual Buddy Poppy Day parade, sponsored by the VFW post, will be held Saturday, May 25th at 2 P. M.
All officials of the city and county have been invited to participate. All...
COLUMN: Two final days in amazing Madrid
Ready or not, we finally said adios to the South of Spain and the Costa del Sol. We headed back to Malaga where we boarded a rapid-rail train and headed back to the immaculate capital city of Madrid.
Once there, we went underground. No, we...
Alabama Extension honors memory of Master Gardener pioneer Mary Lou McNabb
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — In the spring of 1981, the first class of Alabama Extension Master Gardener intern volunteers started working toward their certification. Mary Lou McNabb was the driving force who made that happen. Known colloquially as the mother of the Alabama Extension Master...
Friedrich, Calvert, Haynes, Stidham awarded Together We Grow Foundation scholarships
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Together We Grow Foundation, a nonprofit supported by Alabama Farm Credit, recently announced the awarding of 11 scholarships totaling $27,500 to students pursuing education and careers in agriculture and related fields across north Alabama. Among the recipients are Vinemont High School senior Jayden Friedrich, Cullman High School...
Cullman County Commission meeting notes: May 21
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its May 21 meeting approved a range of grants, infrastructure projects and resolutions.
The commissioners congratulated Cullman County Animal Control Officers Johnny Jarrett and Cooper Harris for graduating from the police academy and thanked them for their service to the county.
The commission passed a resolution to lower the...
City school board approves bids for facility upgrades
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its regular meeting on May 19, the Cullman City School Board approved facility upgrade bids, changes to athletic services and personnel decisions.
One of the approved bids was from Singer H&R for $152,340 for new serving lines at Cullman Middle School. Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff explained that the current cafeteria serving line is outdated...
ALEA launches annual summer safety campaign ahead of Memorial Day travel
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As Memorial Day weekend opens the summer travel season, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is launching its annual “101 Days of Summer Safety” campaign.
The statewide effort is focused on reducing deaths and injuries on Alabama roads, waterways and beaches through Labor...
City of Cullman Zoning Board to revisit Brock Trace at next meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments met Tuesday, May 19, at Technology Village at 105 Clark St. NE. The meeting was called to order by Zach Lee at 5:30 p.m.
The board approved minutes of the prior meeting from Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
The commissioners said the Brock Trace Subdivision agenda item was withdrawn.
The lot is located near the...
Cullman library system receives $500K in funding from state
Updated May 22, 2026, at 11:02 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) recently received $500,000, delivered by Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, to help with early planning and design for future improvements and expansion.
According to Gudger’s office, the funds were appropriated...
Wallace State receives grant to update disability-accessible CDL truck
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announced May 19 that it received $10,500 from the Alabama Community College Systems in a rapid, special-request grant. The award will allow the college to upgrade its disability-accessible truck used for CDL training.
“This project responds to an...
Wallace State celebrates Adult Education and Workforce graduates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently celebrated the success of students who have earned their high school diplomas, certifications and industry-recognized credentials through the college’s Adult Education and Workforce Development programs.
Collectively, more than 2,100 individual industry-recognized credentials, certifications and degrees were awarded,...
Grilled Cheese Festival postponed due to weather
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 2026 Hanceville Grilled Cheese Festival has been postponed due to weather, organizers announced Friday. The festival was originally scheduled for Saturday, May 23, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in downtown Hanceville. Festival organizers said a new date has not been set.
“This year’s...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 22, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 20
harassing communications; person
May 21
burglary-2nd degree; person; damaged property;...
Berlin council addresses road projects and more
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council at its Monday, May 18 meeting addressed road projects and more. The council said paving of Mt. Carmel Drive and County Road 1615 has not begun, though Councilman Steve Clark reported portions of the base have been started. In...
Cullman City Council seeks grant to create road safety plan
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at a special-called meeting on Monday, May 18, voted to seek a grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program to develop a safety plan for area roadways.
The Alabama Department...
‘A living piece of history’: East Elementary celebrates 90th anniversary
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School, originally called City School upon its opening in 1936, has been a part of Cullman’s history for almost a century.
It’s the school eventual President Ronald Reagan visited when he passed through the area in 1975, and newspaper clippings...
Cullman’s Sarah Kate Dockery receives 2026 Spirit of State Award from Mississippi State
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Sarah Kate Dockery, a senior majoring in aerospace engineering from Cullman, is among 24 Mississippi State students receiving the 2026 Spirit of State Award.
Organized by the university's Division of Student Affairs and celebrating its 21st year, the award honors students...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 21, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 18
trafficking drugs; I65NB MM 299
trespassing; CR 1418
assault; Lions Park Rd.
burglary; CR 520
theft of property;...
