Restaurant Week menu feature: Karma’s offering ‘The Fat Elvis’ through Sept. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Restaurant Week made its debut on Sept. 10, kicking off with Culinary in Cullman at The Venue at Cotton Creek, which allowed attendees to taste the best of Cullman’s diverse culinary offerings. Participating restaurants, community leaders and residents came together to sample a range of coffee, wine, steak, pizza, wings and more.
Cullman County Tourism Bureau Executive...
Cullman Power Board to mark 75 years of powering growing city
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Power Board will mark 75 years of public service Oct. 16, commemorating the day the Utilities Board of the City of Cullman assumed control of the city’s Electric Department in 1951.
The utility has grown from 2,947 customers at its start to 9,254 homes...
Pet of the Week: Olive is a tiny tabby made for companionship
CULLMAN, Ala. – With soulful eyes, unusual coloring and a heart set on companionship, Olive, affectionately known as “Squirrel,” is easy to love. The approximately 3-month-old tabby kitten is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Olive’s shelter résumé is short but persuasive. She has a playful and loving...
Cullman County FCCLA students showcase culinary skills at annual Beef Cook-Off
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County FCCLA members put their culinary skills, creativity and leadership on display during the annual All-County Beef Cook-Off held Sept. 15, 2026, at Cotton Creek Venue in Cullman.
Sponsored by the Cullman County Cattlewomen’s Association, the annual competition brought together Family and Consumer Sciences students from...
PREP FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Unbeaten showdown, 2 county clashes lead week 5 slate
CULLMAN, Ala. – Every game on the local Week 5 schedule will carry weight in a region race.
All 10 local teams will compete across eight region matchups Friday, Sept. 18. Cold Springs and Cleveland will bring unbeaten records into their Class 2A, Region 5...
Business Spotlight: Fairytale Cottage
This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine.
Shannon Berse opened her thrift boutique in spring 2025. She chose the name Fairytale Cottage, she explained, because everyone deserves a fairytale. She has kept the name over the years when she has sold merchandise, provided charity and also had it...
Local Hero: ‘Snead’s Farmhouse is more than a farm’
This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine.
Local nonprofit farm Snead’s Farmhouse provides tours, field trips and hands-on farm experiences for families and children. Owner Judy Snead said she wears a lot of hats, but at the heart of everything she does, helping people remains her priority. She...
Cullman City Council approves $58.5M FY2027 budget, discloses 1.3% revenue decrease for FY2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Sept. 14 meeting approved the city’s FY2027 budget. It also welcomed a senior from Enterprise, Alabama, Jaiden Bloodworth, who is the president and founder of youth-led nonprofit All the Same Alabama.
Budget
The Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-146, approving the city’s FY2027 budget, which goes...
Explore downtown murals
This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine.
A great way to explore Cullman for a day is to take a self-guided tour of the downtown murals. These large artworks are found throughout the area and celebrate the people, places and events that shaped the community as...
North Alabama murals and where to find them
North Alabama boasts more than 140 murals in various styles from various artists. On the North Alabama Mural Trail, you can explore at your leisure.
The North Alabama Mural Trail website notes that the trail allows individuals to read about the artists and motivations and storytelling associated with the murals. It encourages the reader as they...
Local Heroes: ‘Our goal is for people to feel loved and appreciated’
This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine.
At The Link of Cullman County, people are seen as neighbors, not just clients or numbers. This idea guides everything the organization does, from the food pantry to housing, jobs and life support.
"We call our people neighbors, and not clients, because we...
Puckett’s Restaurant announces Cullman closure after almost 4 years
CULLMAN, Ala. – Puckett’s will close its Cullman restaurant, ending a nearly four-year presence in the community that was the Tennessee-based brand’s first location outside its home state.
A. Marshall Hospitality (AMH) announced Sept. 14 that it is closing both its Cullman and Hendersonville, Tennessee,...
Travel + Leisure names Cullman Christkindlmarkt one of America’s top Christmas markets
CULLMAN, Ala. — Travel + Leisure has named Cullman Christkindlmarkt to its list of the “10 Coolest Christmas Markets in the U.S.” for the 2026 holiday season, placing Cullman alongside New York City; Chicago; Bethlehem, Pennsylvania; Carmel, Indiana; and Leavenworth, Washington. Cullman is the...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 15, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 15, 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
No incidents reported.
Arrests
September 14
Miller, Brasha N.; 35
FTA – public...
Popular Little Pink Dress event back Oct. 6
CULLMAN, Ala. – The wildly popular Little Pink Dress benefit will be held at Stone Bridge Farms on Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 6-9 p.m. The annual event is a fundraiser for local nonprofit Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation, which supports local area residents in cancer treatment.
Foundation Board President Jennifer...
Cullman County DHR seeking Christmas sponsors for 150 children, 100 families
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Department of Human Resources (DHR) is asking the community to help provide Christmas gifts and necessities for about 150 children in foster care and approximately 100 local families facing financial hardship.
“There are kids and families right here in Cullman who need your help,”...
Cullman Oktoberfest expands to 4 days after record-setting 2025 festival
This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine.
After drawing a record-setting crowd in 2025, Cullman Oktoberfest is expanding its schedule in 2026 with the addition of Sunday, giving visitors a fourth day to experience one of the city’s signature festivals.
Daniel Wyatt, events director...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: West Point boys edge Fairview for Fairview Invitational title
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - West Point claimed the large-school boys championship by a single point Saturday at the Fairview Invitational, leading a strong showing by Cullman-area runners at Randall Shedd Community Park.
The Warriors finished with 29 points to edge host Fairview, which placed second with...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Good Hope’s Nichols wins Race on the Rails
FULTONDALE, Ala. - Drake Nichols captured the boys 5K championship and two Good Hope girls earned top-10 finishes Saturday to lead the Raiders at Race on the Rails.
Nichols completed the course at Fultondale Children’s Park in 16:29 to place first overall.
Johnathan Murphy gave Good...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 14, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 14, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 10
possession of controlled substances; possession of marijuana; CR 431
menacing; CR 750
September 11
criminal mischief; CR...
Community Spotlight: Molly Bloom
Molly Bloom, now the director of the Cullman County Museum, was born in Pennsylvania and lived in Washington state for 16 years, moved to Florida where she stayed for a few years and finally made her way to Alabama.
“So, kind of all over the place,” said Bloom, who ended up in...
Cullman City BOE recognizes students Lukas Howlett and Daxton Nabors
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Board of Education at its Tuesday, Sept. 8, meeting recognized two students for outstanding achievements.
Cullman High School’s Lukas Howlett was recognized for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Howlett proudly stated he has 40 merit badges. Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff also applauded his Eagle Scout bench projects at CHS and East Elementary School.
“Only 6% of Boy Scouts go on...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs girls capture Chickasaw Trails championship
MOULTON, Ala. - Cold Springs placed five runners among the top 40 and captured the small-school girls championship Saturday at the 24th annual Chickasaw Trails Invitational at Oakville Indian Mounds Park.
The Eagles finished with 96 points, beating runner-up University School of Nashville by 16...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison goes 2-1 at Muscle Shoals; Holly Pond faces out-of-state field at Rocky Top
CULLMAN, Ala. - Addison won two of three matches at the Muscle Shoals Tournament while Holly Pond faced three out-of-state opponents at the Rocky Top Classic on Saturday.
Addison goes 2-1 at Muscle Shoals
Addison opened its tournament schedule with a 2-0 victory over Loretto, winning...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Meek captures Vinemont Tournament championship
VINEMONT, Ala. - Meek closed Saturday with a 2-0 victory over Fairview and was crowned champion of the Vinemont Tournament.
The Lady Tigers finished 4-2 across six matches, recording three straight-set victories during their run to the title.
Meek defeated Hayden 2-0, Westminster Christian Academy 2-1...
YOUTH FOOTBALL: Vinemont sweeps Holly Pond; Cullman Football Academy wins 3 of 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - Vinemont swept Holly Pond, Good Hope and Fairview each won two of three games and Cold Springs earned a pair of victories over Addison in Saturday’s Cullman County Youth Football Association action.
Vinemont opened its home set with a 47-6 victory in...
COLUMN: The old briefcase
We started cleaning out our basement the other day, and I quickly realized this wasn’t going to be a Saturday afternoon project. It was more like a long-term archaeological dig, complete with dirt, dust and relics from a long-lost civilization, circa 1987.
Our basement has become the official storage...
10 local students to compete for Miss Cullman County Fair crown Oct. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. – Ten school representatives will take the stage Tuesday, Oct. 20, seeking the title of Miss Cullman County Fair 2026 and thousands of dollars in scholarship awards.
The competition will begin at 7 p.m. in the Coca-Cola Theatre at the Cullman County Fairgrounds, located at 1501...
Files from Yesteryear: Sept. 12, 1935
From the files of Sept. 12, 1935
City Purchases New Fire Truck
The city of Cullman completed the deal for a new modern fire truck. After severe tests which proved the truck satisfactory last Monday the deal was closed. The new truck cost the city $6,250.00.
The...
COLUMN: When the world stopped turning
Sept. 11 was simply another ordinary date until that day 25 years ago when it wasn’t. It still isn’t a holiday, and perhaps never will become one, but it is certainly a day we should never forget. It was a day that changed our...
West Point High places 2,997 flags on 25th anniversary of 9/11
WEST POINT, Ala. – Friday morning, Sept. 11, 2026, West Point High School students gathered before class in the school's courtyard to honor the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001.
The high school band played the national anthem before students handed out 2,997 American flags...
Cullman Oktoberfest names Veronica Harding, 12, first-ever Kinderbürgermeister
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) on Friday, Sept. 11, announced that 12-year-old Veronica “Ve” Harding has been selected as the first-ever Kinderbürgermeister for Cullman Oktoberfest. This new youth ambassador role is inspired by a longstanding German tradition. Harding will represent the children of Cullman throughout the 2026 festival, taking...
Hanceville Council approves funding, tax abatement and community projects
Updated Sept. 12, 2026, at 1:28 p.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Hanceville City Council approved several measures involving infrastructure, community events and local organizations during its Sept. 10 meeting.
The Council authorized Mayor Nolan Bradford to enter into an agreement with the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) regarding special funding that will allow remaining grant funds...
Cullman Florist celebrates 60 years of flowers, family and community
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Florist marked six decades of serving the community Wednesday, Sept. 9, with an anniversary celebration and ribbon-cutting at its Fourth Street Southeast location.
The milestone brought together employees, customers, friends and members of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce to recognize the business’s six...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek routs Cherokee 68-14
ARLEY, Ala. - Meek built a 38-point halftime lead and rolled past visiting Cherokee 68-14 Friday night.
Before kickoff, American Legion Post 223 presented the Town of Arley with a Blue Star flag during a ceremony held in remembrance of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison dominates Phillips, 52-0
BEAR CREEK, Ala. - The 1A second- ranked Addison Bulldogs traveled to rainy James E. Glass Stadium to take on the 1-2 Phillips Bears in a region contest. It wasn't really a contest, as Addison dominated the undermanned Bears, who only dressed 15 players. The game...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point falls to West Morgan in region game, 60-12
TRINITY, Ala. - After dropping their region opener last week at home against Priceville, the West Point Warriors looked to bounce back on the road against another region opponent, the West Morgan Rebels, on Friday night. This was the first-ever meeting between both teams....
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont falls to Oneonta on the road, 35-8
ONEONTA, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to Oneonta to take on the Redskins in a region matchup. The Eagles put up a valiant effort, but fell 35-8.
Vinemont’s defense came out on fire, allowing one first down to the Redskins on their first three drives.
Early in...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs holds off Lamar County, 32-20
BREMEN, Ala. — Cold Springs built a 13-point halftime lead and held off Lamar County for a 32-20 home victory Friday.
The Eagles opened a 7-0 lead before the Bulldogs closed the gap to 7-6 by the end of the first quarter.
Cold Springs pulled away...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview falls to Guntersville in defensive battle, 7-3
FAIRVIEW, Ala. — Fairview held Guntersville scoreless through halftime Friday, but a third-quarter touchdown gave the Wildcats a 7-3 road win over the Aggies.
Fairview opened the scoring with a 19-yard field goal in the first quarter. The Aggies followed with a defensive stop, taking...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond shuts out Hanceville, 50-0
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Holly Pond built a 28-0 halftime lead and held Hanceville scoreless Friday, Sept. 11, in a 50-0 victory reported by the Broncos Sports Network.
Hunter Tolbert contributed two first-half touchdowns as the Broncos established an early lead and extended it throughout the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman’s 4th-quarter rally falls short against Mortimer Jordan, 35-23
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman cut a fourth-quarter deficit to five points Friday, but Mortimer Jordan held off the Bearcats for a 35-23 road win.
The Blue Devils opened with a 90-yard kickoff-return touchdown and added the extra point for a 7-0 lead. Cullman moved into...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 11, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 11, 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
No incidents reported.
Arrests
Sept. 10
Aderhold, William Z., 47
FTA – violation...
Redeeming Grace Church to host Golf Scramble fundraiser Oct. 24
CULLMAN, Ala. – Redeeming Grace Church will host a golf scramble fundraiser in support of its youth group on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Cross Creek Golf Course in Hanceville. The four-person scramble will begin with an 8 a.m. shotgun start.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Redeeming Grace Church...
Cullman County Public Library Board meeting notes: Sept. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library Board met on Sept. 9, 2026.
Donna Speaker donated $1,000 to the Cullman County Library out of gratitude. She said, “I wanted to show my appreciation to the library – the wonderful sort of variety of things that we have here.”
Meeting notes
Book lease program
The program bill for $6,000 was approved...
A name on Panel S-24: Cullman remembers 9/11, 25 years later
CULLMAN, Ala. – On the south side of the National September 11 Memorial in New York City, the name Paul Talty is cut into Panel S-24.
Talty was a 40-year-old husband, father and New York Police Department Emergency Service officer. On Sept. 11, 2001, he entered the South...
ALEA Troopers investigate 6 traffic fatalities, 0 fatalities on the water over Labor Day weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) concluded its Labor Day safety enforcement period Monday, Sept. 7, following four days of increased patrols and safety efforts across Alabama’s roadways and waterways.
From Friday, Sept. 4, through Monday, Sept. 7, ALEA Troopers assigned to...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 10, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 10, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 7
domestic violence; criminal mischief; CR 216
unauthorized use of motor vehicle; CR 702
theft of property;...
Pet of the Week: Eric packs plenty of personality into a 15-lb. package
CULLMAN, Ala. – Looking for a little dog with enough personality to fill an entire home? Meet Eric, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Eric is a Chihuahua-Pomeranian mix estimated to be about 6 months old.
Weighing just 15 pounds, he may be small, but he...
Cullman Hope & Remembrance Suicide Awareness Walk set for Sept. 27
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Hope & Remembrance Suicide Awareness Walk will bring community members together Sunday, Sept. 27, to honor lives lost to suicide, support those affected and raise awareness of suicide prevention and mental health.
Registration will open at 1 p.m., and the walk...
10th annual Bernard Blues & BBQ Festival set for Sept. 12-13
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 10th annual Bernard Blues & BBQ Festival will take place this weekend, Sept. 12-13, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day, on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School.
Along with favorite events, this year's festival will also feature new...
The Link holding volunteer orientation Sept. 10
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County is holding a volunteer orientation on Thursday, Sept 10, at 5:30 p.m. in classroom No. 3 at 708 Ninth St. SE. The orientation offers a chance for aspiring volunteers to talk through ways they can serve and make an impact on local families.
Organizers advise that...
LIST: Upcoming fall events
As summer nears its end fall festivals, charitable efforts and other events grow closer. There are so many that we have put together this event calendar organized by date so that you, your family and friends will not miss any of the fun!
September
Sept. 10 - Culinary in Cullman will...
Judge denies dismissal of Harrison murder case and permits retrial
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Emily N. Johnston denied Jamarion Allen Harrison’s request to dismiss his murder charge with prejudice Wednesday, Sept. 9, ruling the defense had not presented substantial evidence that prosecutors intended to provoke the mistrial she granted Sept....
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 9, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 9, 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
No incidents reported.
Arrests
September 8
Chiarinoti, Juan C.; 70
FTA – speeding
Wiggins,...
Bake for the crown: How to enter Cullman County Fair food competitions
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Fair’s food competitions will again reward the county’s best bakers and home canners, but contestants should pay close attention to the calendar before heading to the fairgrounds.
Baked goods have a new turn-in day for 2026. Every baking entry must...
Shirley Burden Public Library celebrates Dolly Parton
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville held a Remembrance Tea Party on Sept. 5, honoring the life and legacy of the American singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist, Dolly Rebecca Parton.
Parton made major contributions to literacy efforts worldwide with her Imagination Library that was established in 1995. Three million children, at present day, are registered...
Wallace State hosting best-selling author of ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ Shelby Van Pelt Sept. 24
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will welcome New York Times best-selling author Shelby Van Pelt on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 9:30 a.m. in the Bailey Center Auditorium.
Van Pelt is the author of “Remarkably Bright Creatures,” Wallace State’s Common Read selection for the 2026-2027...
Fairview Lions Club holds annual Labor Day celebration
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Lions Club hosted its annual Labor Day celebration Monday at Randall Shedd Community Park. The yearly favorite event includes a car show, parade and more.
Lions Club President William Criscoe said this year’s celebration was one of the biggest events...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 8, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 8, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 27
domestic violence-criminal mischief; Edmondson Rd. NE
possession of controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy....
Start with the stickers: How to enter 2026 Cullman County Fair exhibits
CULLMAN, Ala. – Before a photograph can earn Best of Show or a homegrown pumpkin can tip the scales, every Cullman County Fair entry begins with the same two steps: registering the exhibitor and obtaining the correct barcode stickers.
The 2026 Cullman County Fair will run...
Smith Lake Park celebrates 30th annual Sweet Tater Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 30th annual Sweet Tater Festival took place Sunday and Monday, Sept. 6-7, at Smith Lake Park.
More than 100 vendors showcased arts and crafts and more, and there was food, live entertainment and, yes, sweet potatoes.
Cullman County Parks & Recreation Director Kenneth Cornelius said, “There are over 125 vendors at the festival.”
He also...
Good Samaritan partners with Cullman FUMC to expand medical equipment access
CULLMAN, Ala. – Good Samaritan Health Clinic is redirecting donations of gently used durable medical equipment to Cullman First United Methodist Church’s Medical Equipment Ministry through a new partnership intended to place reusable equipment with more people across the community.
Good Samaritan will no longer accept...
‘Lights, Camera, Healthy Action!’ Local seniors enjoy health fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local seniors got the chance to walk the red carpet and dress as their favorite Hollywood stars at this year's annual Senior Health Fair. The event took place Sept. 4, at the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center, drawing a crowd of 100-150 people from senior...
Cullman County Fair Parade returns Sept. 26
ULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Fair Parade will return to downtown Cullman Saturday, Sept. 26, continuing a community tradition documented in local records for at least six decades.
The parade will begin at 2 p.m. and travel north along U.S. Highway 31, also known as...
Truth in Nature Pro Rodeo benefit returns to Cullman Sept. 11-12
Updated Sept. 7, 2026, at 8:24 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The fourth annual Truth in Nature Pro Rodeo will bring two nights of professional competition to the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 11-12, while raising support for the Christian mentoring...
Cullman High career tech cyber program shares vision for Community SOC program at State Security Council Meeting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — At the Aug. 25 Alabama Security Council Meeting hosted by the Alabama Office of Information Technology (OIT) in Montgomery, Cullman High School Cybersecurity Instructor Jonathan Haynes shared the Community Security Operations Center (CSOC) vision.
For the audience of public sector cybersecurity and IT...
Op-Ed: America needs food security, not foreign mystery meat
When 300,000 tons of foreign beef has gotten the green light to flood American grocery stores, it’s not just a trade decision — it’s a direct hit on the safety of our food supply and the survival of our rural communities.
Let me be clear. This...
The Bullpen offers year-round baseball, softball and athletic training for all
CULLMAN, Ala. - With Cullman becoming a hotspot for all things baseball and softball, more facilities and offerings are quickly becoming available for those looking to develop or hone their skills.
One such new facility is The Bullpen, which offers indoor training opportunities for athletes of all ages...
COLLEGE SOCCER: Wallace State scores three unanswered, tops Calhoun 3-1
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State answered an early deficit with three unanswered first-half goals to defeat Calhoun 3-1 Saturday evening.
Calhoun opened the scoring, but Juan Gazga pulled the Lions even by converting a penalty kick.
Wallace State moved in front when Santiago Acosta scored from...
PREP CROSS-COUNTRY: Swidecki leads Cold Springs at Memphis Twilight Classic
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Reese Swidecki placed 17th Saturday to lead the Cold Springs girls to a 13th-place finish at the City Auto Memphis Twilight XC Classic.
Swidecki completed the varsity 5K in 19:19.34. Gemma Swidecki was the Lady Eagles’ second finisher, placing 39th in 20:13.83.
Kynzlie...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: West Point goes 1-3 at Labor Day Classic
FOLEY, Ala. – West Point earned a straight-set victory over Wetumpka and finished 1-3 against a strong field at the Labor Day Classic.
The Lady Warriors opened pool play Friday against Hernando. Hernando won the opening set 25-19 before edging West Point 26-24 in the...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Hanceville goes 4-0 at home invitational
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville put together its best day of the young season Saturday, winning four consecutive matches at the Hanceville Invitational.
The Lady Bulldogs opened the tournament at 10 a.m. with a 2-0 victory over Brindlee Mountain. Hanceville followed with another sweep at 11...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Bartlett, Powell lead Addison to sweep of Cordova
CORDOVA, Ala. – Addison used big performances from Ava Bartlett and AnnaBeth Powell to sweep Cordova 3-0 Thursday night.
The Lady Bulldogs took the opening set 25-20 before increasing their advantage in each of the next two frames. Addison won the second set 25-18 and...
New podcast: Ready for Anything by Alabama EMA
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has launched a podcast titled “Ready for Anything,” which focuses on “disaster scenarios specific to Alabama – some that have happened, some that could happen and a few that you may not have considered.”
Alabama has a reputation for...
City of Cullman announces 2 water/sewer/sanitation payment locations
CULLMAN, Ala. – As of Sept. 1, there are two locations available to Cullman city residents to pay their water, sewer and sanitation bills.
Cullman City Hall
204 Second Ave. NE
Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
The city advises that a payment drop-box is available in the south parking lot of city hall.
Water Department
1717 Eva Road NE
Hours of operation...
Data center agenda item withdrawn from Planning Commission agenda
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Planning Commission met on Tuesday, Sept. 1, to address Ordinance No. 2026-42, which would prohibit the development and operation of data centers in city limits. However, the agenda item was withdrawn, and no discussion took place.
On Monday, June 22, the...
Another hot and humid day with a few severe storms possible
A Heat Advisory is in effect for the northern 2/3 of Alabama through 8 pm today, with afternoon heat index values from 105-109. The National Weather Service is not planning to extend the advisory past this evening.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be on the increase this afternoon and continue into...
COLUMN: A tale of 2 churches
Last Saturday, I spent the day in Pittsview, Alabama. That was the first time in my now somewhat-long life to visit the town. It is actually a small, unincorporated community, but they do have their own zip code (36871) and post office. It was...
Files from Yesteryear: Sept. 5, 1912
From the files of Sept. 5, 1912
Locals and Personals
Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy McEntire spent Friday at the Gap Hotel.
Dr. Edgar Burns spent Monday in Birmingham.
Wilbur South, of Warrior, is visiting his friend, Willie Griffin.
Circuit Solicitor Dave Almon is in the city attending court.
Judge Dan...
Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest now open
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is currently accepting entries for the 2027 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest. The deadline to enter is Oct. 30, 2026.
“Each year, nearly two thousand images are entered in the Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest...
Mistrial declared in Harrison murder trial; defense asks court to bar retrial
Filing alleges prosecutors interfered with central defense witness; judge has not ruled on misconduct claims
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County murder trial ended in a mistrial after a central defense witness invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination, prompting the defendant’s attorneys to accuse...
Cullman Electric Co-op collecting diapers, wipes for First Source for Women
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Electric Cooperative is asking its members and other residents to help provide two everyday necessities for local babies and their families.
The Cooperative’s Diapers & Wipes Drive began Sept. 1 and will continue through Oct. 12. Donations collected at CEC’s Cullman and Addison offices...
Kissel midway will be cashless at 2026 Cullman County Fair
CULLMAN, Ala. – Visitors planning to ride, play midway games or purchase food from Kissel Entertainment at the 2026 Cullman County Fair will need more than cash in their pockets.
Kissel has announced that its midway will be “completely cashless” during the fair, which is scheduled for Oct. 15-24, at...
How ‘Christmas in September’ became a reality; event set for Sept. 19-20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Can an idea mentioned in passing lead to something that helps others? For Dan and Vevyette Crane of Cullman, that is exactly what happened. Three years ago, having an after-dinner conversation about how they might help others during the holidays, they remembered something they’d heard, and put...
Sacred Heart German Dinner to kick off Oktoberfest Sept. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - To help kick off Oktoberfest, the Sacred Heart Altar Society is once again gearing up to offer their traditional German Dinner on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 4-7 p.m. in the Family Life Center at the church.
This year, as in the past, the dinner will feature a menu...
PREP SWIMMING: Bearcats sweep team titles at Cullman Sprint Invitational
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School swim teams turned in a dominant performance Thursday night, Sept. 3, with both the girls' and boys' squads finishing first overall at the 2026 Cullman Sprint Invitational.
Under the direction of head coach Cory Goble, the Bearcats finished...
Relay For Life of Cullman County invites community to ‘go gold’ Sept. 10
CULLMAN, Ala. – Relay For Life of Cullman County is inviting residents to “go gold” Thursday, Sept. 10, when every dollar raised through Relay For Life nationwide will be restricted to childhood cancer research, advocacy and patient support programs.
Gold Together Day is part of...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 4, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents reported.
Arrests
August 31 – September 2
Barry, Benjamin Z.; 48
FTA – theft of property-2nd degree,...
Do you have a library card?
CULLMAN, Ala. – September is Library Card Sign-up Month for the Cullman County Public Library System. The CCPLS encourages residents to celebrate the month by signing up for a library card and discovering the benefits of supporting local libraries.
“For the month of September, new Cullman library card holders will receive a...
Baileyton’s inaugural Harvest at the Park to feature live music, car show, trunk or treat
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Town of Baileyton has announced the entertainment lineup and finalized schedule for its inaugural Harvest at the Park, a daylong fall festival planned for Saturday, Oct. 31, at Baileyton Town Park.
The event will run from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. at the park, located at 390 Fire Station Road, and will...
COLLEGE GOLF: Massey ties for 10th, Wallace State finishes 11th at Dan York Memorial
CULLMAN, Ala. - J.C. Massey finished inside the top 10 individually while Wallace State placed 11th in the Dan York Memorial Invitational at Terri Pines.
Massey carded rounds of 73, 71 and 72 to finish at 3-over 216 and earn a tie for 10th place.
Wallace...
COLLEGE SOCCER: Three first-half goals lift Wallace State past Southern Union 3-0
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State scored three times in the opening half and kept Southern Union off the scoreboard Tuesday to earn a 3-0 conference victory.
Yaya Jawneh, Shishio Abram and Thomas Edwards each found the net for the Lions. Wallace State’s official box score...
Vinemont Town Council approves yearly budgets, bids to move forward with town hall expansion
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council approved its proposed budgets for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and moved forward with several projects during its regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, Sept. 1.
The council adopted five resolutions concerning the town's upcoming fiscal year budgets. These included Resolution...
Cullman City Council approves transportation plans, fall events
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Aug. 31 meeting adopted two resolutions pertaining to transportation improvements.
Resolution No. 2026-140 outlines the city’s adoption of its annual transportation plan pursuant to the Rebuild Alabama Act for fiscal year 2027.
The resolution reads: “The City...
East Elementary launches innovative new book club program
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School in Cullman launched a brand-new reading initiative this year, with fifth-graders serving as the kick-off group for a new book club remixing an old-school approach to get kids excited about reading comprehension.
Students meet once a week during lunch...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 3, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 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
September 2
duty upon striking unattended vehicle; person; damage to...
COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL: Wallace State outlasts Gadsden State in five sets
GADSDEN, Ala. - Wallace State extended its winning streak to seven matches Wednesday, earning a hard-fought 3-2 road victory over Gadsden State.
The five-set victory moved the Lions to 8-2 overall and 2-0 in conference play. Wallace State also remained unbeaten in four road matches...
$2K Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Scholarship applications open through Sept. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – Applications are currently being accepted through Sept. 15 for a $2,000 educational scholarship that will be awarded through the Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Scholarship Fund later this year. The scholarship will be awarded to one participant in the fourth annual Sydni Helms-Hipp Barrel Race, set for Nov....
COLLEGE FLAG FOOTBALL: Wallace State posts two shutouts, improves to 4-0
PHENIX CITY, Ala. - Wallace State remained unbeaten Wednesday after shutting out Chattahoochee Valley and Enterprise State in a pair of decisive victories.
The Lions opened the day with a 49-0 victory over host Chattahoochee Valley before blanking Enterprise State 57-0.
Wallace State outscored its two...
