Ivey signs special election bills as Alabama seeks court action on district maps
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey signed two bills Friday, May 8, giving her authority to call special elections in certain congressional and state...
CHS honors seniors at Career Tech Education Signing Day
CULLMAN, Ala. - It’s not just student-athletes who are recognized for committing to college sports. Cullman High School recently held a signing day to celebrate students who have...
Kickin’ it for the Kids event this Saturday, May 9
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids will host a free event – Kickin’ it for the Kids – this Saturday, May 9, from 1-6 p.m. at the Cullman...
Holly Pond council announces park upgrades; Pops in the Park set for May 9
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting on Monday, May 4, announced park upgrades and discussed the upcoming Pops in the Park...
Ty Harrison awarded Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Ty Harrison was awarded a scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Ty is the son of...
Hayden man arrested in fatal Highway 157 crash in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Hayden man has been arrested following a Cullman County grand jury indictment connected to a February crash that killed a...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 7, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 7, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Pet of the Week: Joyful Agnus
CULLMAN, Ala. - Agnus, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a young tuxedo domestic shorthair kitty with a playful spark and a subtle, caffeine-like personality.
Approximately 5-6 months...
Recipe: Pineapple Pomegranate Chicken Tacos
This summer needs flavor and it’s time to add a citrus twist to savory food!
You will need the following items:
Flour tortillas
Lemon
Canned pineapple
Pomegranate seeds
Mango habanero salsa
Lettuce
Jalapeños
Purple onion
Chicken breast
Lemon...
Scales, tails, feathers, fur and all!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Critter Crew delivers hands-on natural science education throughout north Alabama, partnering with schools, homeschool groups and community events. Through interactive STEAM programs,...
A floral affair at Karma’s
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local florist Floriography held a Build-Your-Own Bouquet event at Karma’s Coffee House on Saturday, May 2. Customers selected stems and created their own bouquets to take home.
Floriography Owner Anne...
Cullman County Schools holds Military Signing Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools on Tuesday, May 5, held its 2026 Military Signing Day at the Cullman County Board of Education office,...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 6, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Make sun protection a habit to help prevent skin cancer
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, but it is also one of the most preventable. May is National Skin...
Guided ghost tour through downtown Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday evening, May 2, visitors gathered at Sipsey Winery for a guided ghost walk that combined local history and hands-on activities along...
COLUMN: Poster board procrastination
It was usually about 8:45 on a rainy Sunday night when the drama began.
One of my boys would burst into the den, chest heaving...
53rd annual Arley Day Festival set for May 16
ARLEY, Ala. - The 53rd annual Arley Day Festival is set for Saturday, May 16, at D.H. Hamner Memorial Park. Hosted by the Arley...
Cullman marks Small Business Week with proclamation at city hall
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday, May 4, presented the City of Cullman’s Small Business Week proclamation in his office at...
Welti Elementary classes canceled Wednesday, Thursday after fire in K1 building
CULLMAN, Ala. - Classes at Welti Elementary School have been canceled for Wednesday, May 6, and Thursday, May 7, following a fire in the...
Severe threat increasing for portions of central Alabama
CLANTON, Ala. – Tuesday, 2 p.m., May 5, 2026
A cluster of storms will move across far northern Alabama tonight into early Wednesday morning. A...
Arrests and incidents reported May 5, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 5, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Sasquatch 5K Mud Run this Saturday at Stony Lonesome
BREMEN, Ala. - The Sasquatch 5K Mud Run, formerly known as the Stony Lonesome 5K Mud Run, will take place this Saturday, May 9, at 8 a.m. at Stony Lonesome OHV Park. Cullman County Parks and...
Kiah Lake awarded Tagged for Greatness Scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Kiah Lake was awarded the Tagged for Greatness Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Kiah...
Jackson Haynes awarded Tagged for Greatness Scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Jackson Haynes was awarded the Tagged for Greatness Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Jackson...
Annalee Allen awarded Tagged for Academic Excellence Scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Annalee Allen was awarded the Tagged for Academic Excellence Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery....
Local angler lands 72-pound catfish, celebrates love of fishing and family
CULLMAN, Ala. - What started as a calm day on the water turned into an unforgettable experience for local angler Savannah Woods, who recently...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 4, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Lightning’ by Dean Koontz
My husband was the first to recommend this book to me. It was spoken highly of to him by his godfather and his copy...
CATA holds inaugural Career Fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) held its innaugural Career Fair on April 30, inviting students, employers and community members to learn about different career options.
Jeff Johnson, assistant principal and...
Wallace State Future Foundation Scholarship Brunch celebrates more than 350 students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Future Foundation recently hosted its 14th annual Scholarship Celebration Brunch, recognizing the generosity of its donors and celebrating...
Harmony students celebrate America 250
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School held a program Thursday, April 30, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America. Students, faculty, staff, families and community members gathered for an evening of charming performances.
Event organizer Heather Lynn said the program was...
FAWN returns next week for Cullman 6th graders
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sixth-grade students across Cullman will have the chance to step outside the classroom and interact with nature during the upcoming FAWN program,...
COLUMN: Marbella by morning
I know the song says, “Amarillo by morning, up from San Antone,” but on our tour across the South of Spain, I found myself...
Files from Yesteryear: May 2, 1963
From the files of May 2, 1963
HANCEVILLE NEWS
KATHLEEN MALLORY CIRCLE
The Kathleen Mallory Circle met in the home of Mrs. J. J. Dunlap on Monday,...
‘Lions caring for Lions’: CDC students host food drive for WSCC Lions’ Kitchen
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from the Cullman County Child Development Center teamed up with Wallace State Community College to organize a food drive for the college’s on-campus pantry,...
Clothed in Cullman: ‘Together, we are changing lives’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Curt’s Closet hosted its annual Clothed in Cullman event at Cotton Creek Warehouse on Thursday night.
Executive Director and Founder Ashley Wilson said the event was a beautiful...
Good Hope council proclaims Child Abuse Awareness Month, receives $1M in funding for sewer upgrades
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday, April 27, heard from local advocates and state leaders who spoke about child welfare issues and funding for city infrastructure.
Alyson...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 1, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 1, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
New partnership to add advanced cardiovascular care at Cullman Regional
CULLMAN, Ala. - Baptist Health’s Cardiovascular Associates, Cullman Regional and Cullman Regional Medical Group have partnered to expand advanced cardiology care in Cullman.
Well known...
Tree Commission approves tree purchase, highlights Arbor Day success
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met April 21 at Cullman City Hall. City Arborist Shane Bivins reported business as usual and responded...
Community College Month spotlight: Finding a future in welding at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - When Robert Henry Cook III began searching for the right place to launch his career, Wallace State Community College stood out for one...
Wallace State Nursing hosts Innovations in Simulations workshop
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 100 educators and healthcare professionals gathered at Wallace State Community College last week for the Department of Nursing Education’s annual workshop,...
Colton Lindsey wins Outstanding Management Student Award at Troy
TROY, Ala. - Colton Lindsey of Cullman was among the students recognized for outstanding achievements in academics, leadership and service during Troy University's Sorrell...
U.S. 31 improvements at Lacon to detour traffic to I-65 beginning May 4
An upcoming project to improve U.S. Highway 31 at Lacon in Morgan County will divert traffic to I-65.
The $1.9 million project includes safety widening,...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 30, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 30, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘What does America mean to me?’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Elementary and Hanceville Middle School on Wednesday, April 29, hosted a special event commemorating America’s Semiquincentennial – the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration...
The Aspen Institute names Wallace State semifinalist for $1M Aspen Prize
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Aspen Institute on Wednesday, April 29, named Wallace State Community College one of 25 semifinalists for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence....
Pet of the Week: Biscuit-making Coal-Man
CULLMAN, Ala. – Coal-Man, an approximately 2-year-old domestic short hair, is The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Coal-Man is a gentle, quiet fellow with a soft personality and curious...
Fairview Robotics teams place in MATE ROV Competition
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School Robotics competed for the second consecutive year in the Northern Gulf Coast Regional MATE ROV Competition. The Dauphin Island Sea Lab’s Discovery Hall Programs hosted...
2 Hanceville women sentenced to multiple years in prison in separate cases
CULLMAN, Ala. – Two Hanceville women were sentenced Wednesday in Cullman County Circuit Court, including one woman sentenced to 20 years in prison in...
Chaviers, Ellard named Wallace State’s Student, Teacher of the Year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced Student of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards, presented Thursday, April 24, during...
Trett Hardman named Fairview High School principal
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Trett Hardman as the next principal of Fairview High School. A Fairview...
Alabama Strawberry Festival draws estimated 70K
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rain concerns and an uncertain forecast did little to slow the Alabama Strawberry Festival, as large crowds filled downtown Cullman Friday...
Pilot Club holds annual fashion show
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Pilot Club of Cullman held its annual fashion show and luncheon last week, raising money for several local organizations.
Pilot Club President Brenda Allison said one of the best...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 29, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 29, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Captivate Learning Center gearing up for Summer Experience
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local alternative education program aims to combine academics with life skills and give families more time together.
Lauren Rainwater, who founded and owns Captivate Learning Center,...
Cullman teams make pulling a tractor look easy
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday, April 25 at the Alabama Strawberry Festival, local titans united in a contest of strength, pulling a colossal John Deere tractor in support of The...
Arley man dies after Cullman County wreck
CULLMAN, Ala. – An Arley man died following a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:20 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Alabama State Troopers identified...
State of Education: Students, teachers honored
CULLMAN, Ala. – Multiple students and educators were honored at the 2026 State of Education Breakfast community breakfast hosted by the Cullman Area Chamber...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 28, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 28, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hanceville students to host America’s 250th celebration Wednesday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville students will mark America’s 250th birthday Wednesday with a community celebration centered on patriotism, student performances and recognition of veterans and active military...
Fairview High Principal Dr. Brad Stapler leaving at end of school year
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School Principal Dr. Brad Stapler will be leaving Fairview at the end of the school year to pursue a...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 27, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 27, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
From drafting tables to global missions: The journey of Shawn Doss
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For Hanceville native Shawn Doss, the path from a college drafting lab to mission fields across the globe was anything but expected — but it...
Remembering Johnny ‘The Flash’ Thornton
CULLMAN, Ala. – Long before Johnny Thornton became known across Cullman County as “The Flash,” he was a Good Hope Raider with a love...
Free Touch A Truck event returns May 2 with giveaways supporting Community Cupboard
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative will host its annual Touch A Truck event on Saturday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds. Admission is free, and this year’s event will combine family fun with an opportunity...
Op-Ed: Alabama’s outdoors key to our state’s economic growth – Innovate Alabama is a key partner in that growth
From the mountains of the Tennessee Valley to the shores of the Gulf Coast, and everything in-between, our state is second to none in...
COLUMN: ‘This Little Line of Mine’
I am a writer. I write articles, books and songs. While I have won a few awards for some of my newspaper and magazine...
Files from Yesteryear: April 25, 1940
From the files of April 25, 1940
Joppa News
The order of the day around Joppa this week has been land preparation and planting. Mr. Waylon...
Alleged cockfighting operation under investigation in Cullman County
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Control and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office are investigating an alleged cockfighting operation in Baileyton.
Cullman County Animal Control...
Hanceville proclaims April Child Abuse Prevention Month
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council, during the public comments portion of its April 23 meeting, heard from Cullman Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Alyson Stewart on the subject of child abuse.
“It’s become a...
The Tribune Debate Series returns, and the invitation stands
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune Debate Series will return in May, bringing candidates together in a format built on transparency, accountability and direct engagement with the public.
At its...
County Commission honors historic cemeteries, OKs road and community projects
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on April 21, recognized Ryans Creek Cemetery and Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery for being listed on the Alabama Historical...
CCS Foundation celebrates 30 years, recognizes award winners
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Schools Foundation marked its 30th anniversary during its 15th annual Distinguished Alumni & Service Awards brunch on Tuesday, April 21, at Loft 212.
The...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 24, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 24, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Zoning board approves Auto Zone expansion
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments & Appeals at its April 21 meeting approved an expansion for Auto Zone.
Auto Zone, located at 210 Second Ave. NW, will expand from 9,000 square...
50 years of the Wallace State Big Band Dance
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Friday, April 17, Wallace State Community College marked a special milestone as the annual Big Band Dance brought together current musicians and...
City school board spotlights students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education at its April 21 meeting recognized student award winners.
Cullman High School Junior Grayson Gay was recognized for recently...
5 German-inspired strawberry recipes
Pork Schnitzel with Strawberry Mustard Sauce
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients
2 boneless pork cutlets, pounded thin
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Vegetable...
Bremen man sentenced to 25 years for 2025 shooting
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen man on April 20, 2026, was sentenced to 25 years in prison in connection with a Jan. 24, 2025,...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 23, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Berlin council talks farmers market, park
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council at its meeting Monday, April 20, announced a ribbon cutting for the Berlin Farmers Market will take place Friday, May 8, at...
Pet of the Week: Everybody needs an Uncle Phil
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is Uncle Phil, a Great Pyrenees with badger markings and the kind of calm, steady presence that...
3Sixty Jeep Club hosting Autism Night Ride April 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 3Sixty Jeep Club will host Jeep Night at Rock N Roll Sushi on Saturday, April 25, at 5 p.m. At 8,...
State of Education breakfast April 24 at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce will host the State of Education community breakfast Friday, April 24, from 9-11 a.m. at the Bailey Center on the...
FAITH: Cullman’s Kaylee Johnson talks faith, religious influences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman junior basketball player Kaylee Johnson is so blessed and grateful to have God in her life, and despite some challenges...
Head coach Kalen DeBoer’s contract extended through 2033 season
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A contract extension for Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer was approved Wednesday by The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees Compensation Committee.
The...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 22, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Allen: Deadline to register to vote in May 19 Primary Election is May 4
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen reminded Alabama residents that the deadline to register to vote before the May 19, 2026, Primary Election is Monday, May 4, 2026. “The right...
Planning Commission calls for Comprehensive Plan update from city
CULLMAN, Ala. – At the City of Cullman Planning Commission’s April meeting, Commissioner Michael Sullins announced the Commission would be requesting an updated Comprehensive Plan from the Cullman City Council.
“It is recommended by the code of...
Wallace State to present Spring Under the Stars and Stripes concert April 23
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States with its Spring Under the Stars and Stripes concert on Thursday,...
2024 Alabama law changed what out-of-state boaters need before hitting the water
CULLMAN, Ala. – Lake season is coming, and, as a reminder, Alabama’s rules for out-of-state boaters changed in 2024. The change ended a longtime exemption that allowed some...
More: Rural King financial incentive resolution splits Cullman City Council 3-2
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday split 3-2 over a resolution offering $800,000 in financial incentives to Rural King to support...
Shannon named principal of West Elementary School; Gragg named assistant principal of Cullman Middle School
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education at its April meeting approved two administrative moves. Dr. Chad Shannon has been named principal...
Adams arrested, charged with sexual crimes with student
CULLMAN, Ala. – Former Cold Springs High School Head Girls’ Basketball Coach Paige Parker Adams, 35, was arrested today, charged with:
Sex Offense / School...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 21, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 21, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats from April 20, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 12, Cold Springs 2 - Batting: J. Williams (Add.) 2-4 (2B), 2 RBI Pitching: T. Thompson 2.0 IP, 4 H, 0 ER, 2...
Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR awards JROTC medals at CATA
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several members of the Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR attended the JROTC Awards Dinner at the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) on April 17, 2026. There, they awarded DAR Bronze JROTC...
Cold Springs HS 1936 Club earns statewide recognition with CLAS School of Distinction Award
BREMEN, Ala. - The 1936 Club at Cold Springs High School earned a CLAS School of Distinction Award for State School Board District 6, placing it among just four programs in the...
Cullman council approves Rural King incentive agreement for proposed 90K-sq.-ft. store
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an economic development agreement tied to a proposed Rural King store, advancing a project...
