A citizens’ guide to public comments at local government meetings
A county commissioner appeared shocked at a meeting this summer when the county ordinance stipulating guidelines for the public comments portion of commission meetings was cited, despite his eight years in office participating in the meetings.
Cullman City Council meetings have been contentious at times...
Donations to Blount County Animal Adoption Center in Country Boy Eddie’s memory
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. – Gordon "Country Boy Eddie" Burns’ passing on Friday, Jan. 13, at age 92 left many reminiscing about early mornings spent getting ready for school while he sang to us from the television set. Despite his celebrity, Burns remained down to...
Pet of the week: The one and only Picasso
CULLMAN, Ala. – Picasso, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a 1-year-old Catahoula Leopard Dog seeking out the perfect person or people to be his family. This majestic lovable pooch is low-energy companion.
He is unassuming fellow who enjoys everyone and every creature...
CHS responds to reports of weapon possession
CULLMAN, Ala. - During the morning of May 12, it was brought to the attention of the Cullman High School administration that a CHS student may have a weapon in his/her book bag. In conjunction with the School Resource Officer, the CHS administration acted...
Jacobs proclaims Catholic Schools Week in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The week of Jan. 26 through Feb. 3, 2025, has officially been proclaimed “Catholic Schools Week” in the city Cullman by Mayor Woody Jacobs. On-hand on Wednesday, Jan. 22, to accept the proclamation from Jacobs on behalf of Sacred Heart Catholic...
CATA Carpentry students win Chapter Display competition at SkillsUSA State Championship
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy Carpentry students Dylan Trowbridge, Yovani Ramirez and Nathan Coggins won the State Chapter Display competition at the SkillsUSA State championship in April and are now headed to the national championship in Atlanta from June 20-24.
The Chapter Display...
52 ODES TO JOY in 2022
Ode to AMERICAN JOY-GIVERS
My country ‘tis a sunny land of joy-giving heroines and heroes,
Like Don Ho, Quentin Tarantino, Edgar Allen Poe and Rudolph Valentino.
And, lest we forget, Henry David Thoreau also Bill, James and Marilyn, the Monroes.
We’ve got mounds of joy-giving jesters and clowns
In...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 11, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 11, 2024. 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
October 7
domestic violence-3rd degree; person; Olive St. SW
October 9
identity...
Arrests and incidents reported August 17, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 17, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
August 13
third-degree theft of property; person; CR 469; credit/debit...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 21, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 21, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 18
domestic violence; Willow Bend
stalking; CR 222
unlawful breaking and entering a motor vehicle; I65SB Rest...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘This is where I feel like God led me’: Drew Bryson returning to Cullman to lead Bearcats softball team
CULLMAN, Ala. – After serving seven seasons as the head baseball coach at West Point High School, Drew Bryson is returning home to his alma mater to take the reins of the Cullman High School softball program. Bryson collected six county championships and led...
Hannah Bates Memorial Buckle Series complete after Sunday’s final barrel race
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Hannah Bates Memorial Buckle Series, hosted by the South Cullman Saddle Club, finished its final barrel race Sunday and Nathan Morrow went home with the 1D and 2D Buckles and the prized saddle. The series was held in memory of...
‘Tons of snuggles’
Stuffed animal reading pet adoption day at CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. - Storytime at Cullman City Primary School last week turned into a surprise pet adoption day for young students learning about the importance of reading through the children’s book "Madeline Finn and the Library Dog"...
PREP BASKETBALL:Chaney’s record-setting night leads Holly Pond past Vinemont 93-83, Lady Broncos handle Lady Eagles 55-31
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly
Pond and Vinemont faced off against each other in a pair of area matchups as
both teams looked to get back on track after getting swept by Oneonta and
Hanceville, respectively. Holly Pond wound up taking both games from Vinemont.
The Lady Broncos...
Well Water Quality Workshop set for Nov. 14
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Cooperative Extension System – Private Well Program is offering a free workshop through the Cullman County and Blount County Extension Offices on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. at the Hanceville Civic Center. The Well Water Quality Workshop will...
COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Lady Broncos top Fairview 58-32, advance to JV semifinals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Tournament got back underway at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Tuesday night, and we tipped things off with a JV Girls matchup between Holly Pond and Fairview. The Lady Broncos put pressure on Fairview on the defensive...
Two-bay electric vehicle charging station coming to Cullman as part of $4.1M Ivey grant
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded 18 grants to help bring Alabama motorists into the electric vehicle age.
The grants totaling more than $4.1 million will help finance the installation of electric vehicle charging stations at many fueling stations near interstates and other...
Library continues to clean up storm damage
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cleanup continues at the downtown branch of the Cullman County Public Library, where windowpanes were blown out and the south-facing wall sustained impact damage, toppling tall, heavy bookshelves in a severe storm on Aug. 7, 2023.
Circulation Manager Laura Benton described what...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 26, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 26, 2025. 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
March 24
harassment; person; 2nd Ave. SW
theft of lost property-4th...
Harris: Keep your body healthy; it may lead to better brain health
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Brain health and physical health are both important, especially as we age. According to the most recent survey of people ages 45 years and older in Alabama, the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), one in seven Alabamians experiences subjective cognitive...
PREP FOOTBALL: Warriors edge Aggies in thriller to take Brandin’ Iron Bowl
FAIRVIEW, Ala.
-- On a surprisingly comfortable August evening at Dafford Smith Stadium, the
Fairview Aggies faced off against their cross-county rival West Point Warriors.
West Point won the toss and deferred to the second
half kicking off to the Aggies. Tyvn Ellis bobbled the kick but recovered
for a...
Two arrested on drug-related charges over the weekend following served warrants
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies went to a residence on County Road 463 on Friday, December 19, to serve Felony warrants to an individual believed to be at the residence.
Tony Lee Waldrop, 62, of Cullman was located at the residence.
While there,...
Go Fish, Alabama! teaches basics of fishing
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Have you ever wanted to learn the basics of fishing, but didn’t know where to begin? The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division (WFF) has developed a beginner fishing course just for you.WFF’s “Go...
Veterans Day Celebration to take place at Veterans Park Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Elks Lodge is hosting the 2021 Veterans Day Celebration this Saturday, Nov. 6 at Cullman Veterans Park, located at the entrance of Sportsman Lake Park.
The event will begin at 9:00 a.m. and admission is free. The event is funded by...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 3, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 3, 2024. 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
December 26
theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise; $378;...
Little Free Library open at Art Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s newest Little Free Library (LFL) was officially opened Friday at Art Park (1031 Second St. SW). Representatives from the Cullman County Public Library System and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) cut the ribbon, commemorating the latest LFL sponsored...
‘Captain Underpants’ joins Curt’s Closet
CULLMAN, Ala. – Curt’s Closet Founder Ashley Wilson announced that the nonprofit is teaming up with popular children’s character “Captain Underpants” to host an underwear drive on March 6-17. All schools throughout the city and county are invited to participate to provide much needed...
Camp Cullman: summer activities for younger residents
CULLMAN, Ala. - Registration for Camp Cullman is currently underway through the Cullman Parks Recreation and Sports Tourism.
Camp Cullman is a summer day camp program where campers enjoy field trips, crafts, sports, swimming and many other activities. Leah Waldrop, Marketing and PR director, said...
County schools get new school buses; board recognizes Cold Springs FCCLA
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its regular board meeting Thursday afternoon, talked about the system’s new school buses and recognized the Cold Springs High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA).
The system purchased 51 new school...
Local Artist Spotlight: Joyce Hyde
CULLMAN, Ala. - Joyce Hyde has always been interested in the arts. So much so that she made a career of it as a teacher. Hyde graduated from West Point in 1957 and taught school for over 20 years in North Carolina, Mobile and...
Cullman County Public Library secures $40K for new bookmobile
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library System was awarded a 50% matching grant in September of 2021 and secured $40,000 for a new bookmobile.
According to Library Director Sharon Townson, the funds from the Library Services and Technology Act grant are part of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats ready to make the most of 2020 season
CULLMAN, Ala. – Last
season was a successful one for many Bearcat fans. The ‘Cats started the year
0-2 after dropping close games to Jasper and Mortimer Jordan but rallied to
finish at 5-5 after defeating Hartselle in dramatic fashion and handling Fort
Payne in the rain to...
‘This town has come a long way!’
VINEMONT, Ala. - “This town has come a long way!” CPA Larry Cooke had that to say about the Town of South Vinemont at their October council meeting. Cooke was at the meeting to present the town’s 2020 audit and described the audit as...
Blountsville man killed in crash
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – A Blountsville man was killed in a single-vehicle crash at approximately 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, in Blount County.
Alabama State Troopers said Robert F. Wray, 30, was fatally injured when the 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass he was driving left the roadway, struck...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recently made the following arrests.
Nov. 20
Deputies arrested Jessica Lynne Armstrong, 42, of Cullman, on multiple failure to appear (FTA) and probation revocation warrants.
Armstrong is charged with two counts of unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia (FTA),...
Wallace State’s Diesel by Distance program hosting Open House events in July and August
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Diesel by Distance program is hosting multiple Open House events during July and August on select dates at the Diesel Technology building.
The first Open House was Thursday, July 1 which included a presentation by program graduate Blake...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bulldogs fall at No. 2 Cherokee County 55-0
CENTRE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road for a regional battle at Cherokee County Friday night and unfortunately for Bulldog fans, the Warriors were in control of this one from start to finish, defeating Hanceville 55-0.
Cherokee County scored on its opening possession...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 27, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 27, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 25
theft from vehicle; CR 497
criminal trespassing; CR 695
possession of drug paraphernalia; possession of dangerous...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek downs Marion County at home 34-14
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek had last week off to prepare for Friday night’s regional matchup with Marion County and the Tigers didn’t disappoint. Meek jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the opening quarter and after taking a 20-8 lead into the half, pulled...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman extends win streak with 13-9 comeback win over Boaz; Monday scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – After going 4-0 at the Times Daily Tournament in Florence last weekend, Cullman returned home to take on Boaz Monday night and extended its win streak to five games with a 13-9 come from behind win over the Lady Pirates. The...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison caps regular season with 44-6 win over Shoals Christian
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Shoals Christian Flame for their last regular season and region game. With both teams already securing a playoff spot, this game was strictly for seeding. An Addison win would guarantee them second place in the region and give them the...
Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics awards diploma via FaceTime during drive-thru graduation celebration
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State Community College hosted its first drive-thru graduation celebration on Thursday morning, recognizing its 2020 graduating class by distributing tassels and graduation covers to those in attendance.
The final graduate arrived in the most unique of ways – through...
Bonus Pet of the Week: Become besties with Holly!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Holly is a 2-year-old Black and Tan Coonhound mix. She is a low-energy, gentle gal who loves nothing more...
Chambers Fall Festival Sept. 17
CULLMAN, Ala. – Chambers Farm and Garden Supply will hold the second annual Chambers Fall Festival Saturday, Sept. 17, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Around 60 vendors will be on-site, including food trucks, shaved ice, a balloon artist and kids’ games. The festival will also feature...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 30, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 30, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
March 27• domestic violence; CR 747• harassment; Industrial Park Rd.• domestic violence; CR 1212•...
Cullman County Schools Summer Feeding Program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Beginning June 11, all students in Cullman County are eligible for free breakfast and lunch at the following lunchrooms:
Fairview
Holly Pond
Good Hope Primary
Cold Springs
Harmony
Vinemont
West Point High
Parkside
Any Cullman County Student is eligible to visit any of the above lunchrooms Monday – Friday...
CCSO makes two separate arrests after serving warrants
CULLMAN and HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In two separate instances, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office attempted to serve warrants and left with two under arrest.
On Wednesday, April 20, CCSO deputies attempted to locate an individual at a residence in the Holly Pond area with active...
Rock the South set to welcome Chris Stapleton, Zach Bryan, Riley Green, Cody Johnson
CULLMAN, Ala. - The “Biggest Party in the South '' is back July 20-22, 2023, in Cullman, with an incredible lineup of musicians.
Headlining this year's festival is Chris Stapleton, whose Grammy-winning albums and captivating live performances have earned him fans worldwide. Joining him on the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison earns first round wins in Winston County Tournament
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the first round of the 2021 Winston County Tournament Thursday night and both the Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs collected wins to advance to the next round. The Lady Bulldogs started it off with a solid, 57-49 win over the...
Hanceville library hosting poetry night May 30
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville will host a live poetry night on Friday, May 30, from 6-7 p.m.
Library Manager Teresa Rivera said anyone can attend.
“We will have the ambience, a microphone and a sign-up sheet,” Rivera said. “There will...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville drops shootout at Elkmont 45-36
ELKMONT, Ala. – Hanceville hit the road for its regular season finale against Elkmont Friday night and after falling behind early, the Red Devils began to climb back and were eventually able to pull ahead of the Bulldogs and win it 45-36.
Two quick touchdowns...
FAITH: ‘The harvest is ripe’
Bibles & Backpacks blesses hundreds ahead of school year
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday, Aug. 2, Commissioned for Christ held its first-ever Bibles & Backpacks event at the Cullman County Fairgrounds, with a mission to serve families in need — physically and spiritually — as...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Warriors top Hamilton 72-43 to win back to back 5A, Area 14 tournament titles
WEST POINT, Ala. – West
point was aiming for back to bac Class 5A, Area 14 championships Thursday night
when they took on Hamilton in a rematch of last year's title game and the Lady
Warriors easily took care of business. West Point pulled away to win...
CCBOE rolls out new buses
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools received the first of its new air-conditioned buses last week. But A/C is not the only feature the district is excited about.
Bus drivers can now communicate in real time with students waiting at bus stops. If a student...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison earns 3-1 area win at St. Bernard
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The top-ranked Addison Lady Bulldogs traveled to Saint Bernard's Beautiful Campus to play the Lady Saints in an area matchup and Addison returned home with a four-set victory, 25-8, 23-25, 25-11, 25-13.
Addison won the first set going away 25-8. It would be...
FAITH: ‘I want to be that light for them’: Hanceville’s Mattie Keith’s discusses her relationship with God
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville's Mattie Keith will be a sophomore this school year and, in this interview, she shared her story about how God has helped her overcome challenges in her life. She has had an amazing support system to help her out along...
Cullman County Public Library hosts 2nd Annual Harry Potter Birthday Parade
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library on Friday, held their 2nd Annual Harry Potter Birthday Parade. Though the first parade event was held in 2019, last year was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. The library has been incredibly excited about being...
CCSO Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo returns Dec. 9-10
VINEMONT, Ala. - This weekend will mark the eighth year that Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry has hosted the Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo, a tradition started by other administrations, and carried on by Gentry.
“The rodeo is the very heartbeat of the Cullman County Sheriff’s...
Letter to the editor: Change our laws in Alabama so people with mental illness can get adequate mental health care
We must change our laws in Alabama so that people with mental illness can get adequate mental health (care). Today, what we have in place is not working for the people who need it the most.
These issues need immediate attention:
The lack of beds in...
Nerf War!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The communitywide Nerf War returned for the second year this past Saturday, June 14. Organized by Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism, the event welcomed nearly 100 participants at the newly opened OmniPlex, almost doubling the turnout from last year. What...
Cullman County Youth Football season set to kick off Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The 2022 Cullman County Youth Football season is upon us once again and nine local teams will tee it up and kick things off Saturday morning. They’ll compete for two months before the regular seasons concludes and the top four teams...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
August 11
unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; Olive St. S.W; backpack and...
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of Liturgical Formation
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosted the first Birmingham Diocesan Day of Liturgical Formation last weekend. Over 600 volunteer members from every church in the North Alabama Diocese attended the day-long training sessions which covered lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and liturgical musical...
Cullman Swim Team caps regular season at Madison
MADISON, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team concluded its regular season on the road with a challenging dual meet against the Madison Swim Team, the reigning state champion, on Thursday June 26. While Cullman fell short on closing the season out with a win, the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont downs Cold Springs 30-6 in regular season finale
VINEMONT, Ala. – After defeating Holly Pond last week, the Vinemont Eagles returned home to square off against another county rival Friday night and they handled Cold Springs 30-6 to cap off the regular season with a win.
Vinemont got off to a fast start...
Cullman County Schools awarded largest grant in system history for new STEM Academy/Career Center
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette and officials with Cullman County Schools announced a major investment in future plans for the school system on Tuesday. The district has been awarded an $18 million dollar grant from the Alabama State Department...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont drops region game with Gordo 42-14
VINEMONT, Ala. – After handling Hanceville last week, Vinemont was back home Friday night for a big region matchup with the Green Wave of Gordo. However, the Eagles fell behind 21-0 in the second quarter and couldn’t overcome the deficit to climb back in...
Fairview’s Green, Cullman’s Troutman earn Alfa Foundation Scholarships
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Two Cullman County students – Landon Green of Fairview and Luke Troutman of Cullman – were recently selected as two of 100 recipients of the 2023-24 Alfa Foundation Scholarship Program.
Green is an upcoming freshman at The University of Alabama, and Troutman is a sophomore at Auburn University...
COLUMN: The music of Christmas
Christmas is my favorite season of the year. Christmas music is one of things about the season that I love so much. I love the story of the birth of our Savior, and the best Christmas music tells that wonderful story through song.
Some of...
Pet of the Week: Meet the regal Alannah
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alannah, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a gorgeous domestic long-hair Calico who is just waiting for you to come scoop her up!
She is approximately 12 weeks old. Her amiable personality reflects lots of common sense and a true...
AHSAA Director of Communications Ron Ingram announces retirement
MONTGOMERY — Former AHSAA Executive Director Steve Savarese received a phone call from Ron Ingram on the night before his introductory press conference.
Savarese’s decision to leave as head football coach at McGill-Toolen Catholic in Mobile to take over the AHSAA’s top job was top-secret...
Homeschool students enjoy fall book reading
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Local Branch Bookstore employee and reading enthusiast Samantha Sprouse recently hosted a fall book reading and coordinating craft day at Randall Shedd Community Park in Fairview.
Sprouse, who is in the process of publishing her first book, hosted this fundraising event to...
$3.4M in Community Services Block Grants awarded statewide
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Kay Ivey’s office this week announced $3.4 million in Community Services Block Grants will be distributed to 18 community action agencies to provide services at the local level to eligible individuals and families in Alabama.
“Many Alabamians through unforeseen events can...
Holly Pond woman killed in multivehicle crash
HOLLY POND, Ala. - A Holly Pond woman was killed Wednesday, Feb. 12, in a multivehicle crash.
Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Betty C. Benefield, 88.
Troopers said the crash happened at approximately 3:45 p.m. They said Benefield was fatally injured when the 2011...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont hammers Danville at home 48-14
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont hosted the Danville Hawks in a huge region matchup that had huge real playoff implications Friday and the Eagles played a complete game, coming out on top 48-14. The Eagles got the ball to start the game and Kyler Pugh...
Victim Services Masquerade Ball coming Tuesday, Oct. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – Victim Services will host its annual masquerade ball fundraiser on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at Brick Haven Venue on Highway 278 West. The nonprofit’s event will begin at 6 p.m. and run until 10.
Held each year in October – Domestic Violence Awareness...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cullman falls to Muscle Shoals in five-set thriller
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back home for a varsity match against Muscle Shoals Tuesday night, and these teams needed all five sets to decide a winner. The Bearcats took the first two sets to jump out to a 2-0 lead but the Trojans...
VFW Auxiliary happy to report successful yard sale and Rock-a-Thon
CULLMAN, Ala.
– Cullman’s VFW Post 2214 held its Rock-a-Thon Saturday morning to cap off this
week’s yard sale and the event was another success for the Auxiliary. The yard
sale kicked off on Thursday and will conclude today at 3 p.m. but the Rock-a-Thon
got underway early...
‘Chirding’ at Sportsman Lake: Third Sunday birding and worship event Sept. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m., Sportsman Lake Park will host the Third Sunday Bird Sunday event, located at the SongBird stage (the old bandstand) and pavilion No. 6. This unique event, combining church and birdwatching, known as "chirding," was...
Celebrating Randy Hammond’s journey from student to department chair
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - When Wallace State Community College Welding Department Chair Randy Hammond stands in front of a class of welding students, he can identify with each of them because he was in their same position once upon a time.
Hammond's journey with Wallace State...
PREP FOOTBALL: ‘Play every play like it’s your last’: Cold Springs’ Matt Williams recaps sophomore season
BREMEN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs junior Matt Williams about the experience he gained last season and what it was like to play with a great group of teammates.
"I feel it went pretty good, but obviously, it could've gone...
Holly Pond Town Council selects Deborah Holcomb to complete husband’s term
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday evening selected Deborah Holcomb to complete the term of her husband Charles Holcomb, who passed away on May 14, 2023. The council also considered Holly Pond resident and Cullman businessman Michael Taylor for...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope takes spring game over Vinemont 19-12
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to take on Good Hope in a spring jamboree game Thursday night in what ended up being a very closely contested game. However, the Raiders were able to hang on in the end to defeat the Eagles 19-12...
‘King of Pop’ flavor
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Friday marked the end of Fairview's nighttime band camp. This week, the 66-member Aggie Band will begin perfecting its halftime show.
Director Nathan Kilgo is entering his 25th year with the program.
"It's nice. I graduated from here, so it's really great coming...
Arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 13
unlawful possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;...
ACES: Is your drinking water safe?
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Safe drinking water is a major issue for many people. In fact, a 2022 Gallup poll revealed that 57% of Americans worry more about safe drinking water than climate change. Although regulations to test local water supplies – such as the Safe...
‘American Pickers’ returning to Alabama, searching for leads
NEW YORK – Episodes of the hit show “American Pickers” will be filmed in Alabama in February 2024. The History Channel hit television show is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking.” It follows skilled pickers in the business as...
Cullman City School Board, City Council forge stronger partnership for student safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a stated “significant move toward enhancing safety measures within Cullman City Schools,” a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been established between Cullman City Schools and the Cullman Police Department. This updated agreement aims to bolster security infrastructure and response...
Arrests and incidents reported July 14
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 11
assault; Beech Ave. S.E. littering; Co. Rd. 657 criminal mischief; US Hwy 31 theft of property; Hwy...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman drops area series opener to Hartselle
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Tuesday night to host an area battle with Hartselle but unfortunately for the home crowd, the Tigers plated nine runs in the fourth inning to take a commanding lead and eventually went on...
Alabama residents anticipating fall color as temperatures drop
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The weather is not the only thing that is changing in Alabama. Along with lower temperatures, fall colors are also making an appearance. The reason for the season is rooted in science and emphasizes the effects that day length and...
Learn to be a picnic pro
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Sunshine, the perfect spot in the grass and delicious food are the beginnings of an ideal picnic.
Yesterday, April 23, was National Picnic Day and the spring weather is an excellent excuse to get together with family or friends and get...
Little Free Library unveiled in Dodge City
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Monday, April 24, Cullman County Public Library System Director Sharon Townson and Cullman County Public Library volunteer Renee Welsh, met with Dodge City Mayor Jason Burney, Councilwoman Teera Johns and Councilman Jerry Lynn to unveil a new Little Free Library...
Files from Yesteryear: May 10,1962
From the files of May 10, 1962
CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY — Dike Lee Moss celebrated his first birth anniversary on April 24. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth G. Moss of Rt. 1, Cullman and his grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. W. R....
Triple threat Cullman Christmas
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year, attendees will be able to enjoy an all-in-one experience at the seventh annual Christmas at the Grotto, Cullman Christkindlmarkt and 23rd annual Winter Wonderland Christmas Light Display at Sportsman Lake Park, beginning Nov. 20.
Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism;...
Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development and YKTA launch new Tool and Die Maker Registered Apprenticeship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development and Y-Tec Keyflex Toyotetsu Alabama (YKTA) in Madison have agreed to a Tool and Die Maker Registered Apprenticeship.
The Tool and Die Maker apprenticeship joins an Industrial Maintenance Pre-Apprenticeship program, the FAME...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Fairview claims county championship with 3-2 win over West Point
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After advancing with semifinal wins earlier in the day, Fairview and West Point clashed in the County Tournament Championship Game at Good Hope High School Saturday night. The Aggies took an early lead in the third inning and held off...
Berlin VFD celebrating 50th anniversary with free community cookout June 14
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Volunteer Fire Department is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a community cookout on Saturday, June 14, from 4-7 p.m. at the Berlin Community Center.
Berlin VFD Administrative Assistant Kasey Barfield said the department is searching for photos from the past...
ALL-STAR WEEK: Addison’s Manley competes in North-South All-Star Volleyball Match
MONTGOMERY, Ala. –
The 23rd annual Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA)
North-South All-Star Sports Week is winding down and Thursday evening’s
activities included this year’s North-South All-Star Volleyball Match. Addison’s
Savannah Manley landed on the North roster after a stellar junior season that
ended with a state title...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 9, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 9, 2025. 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
July 3
identity theft; person
July 7
criminal mischief-3rd degree; Jayde Day...
