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CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s time to clear out those large items taking up space at home. Cullman’s annual Spring Cleanup is set for March...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 26, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening held first readings and public hearings for proposed rewording of certain portions of its...

CULLMAN, Ala. – During Monday’s Cullman City Council meeting, Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan Anderson presented checks totaling over $60,000...

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Updated Feb. 26, 2026, at 6:57 p.m. to reflect that the CCSO has not provided a statement to The Tribune. CULLMAN, Ala. - Former...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 25, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. The City of Cullman was recognized today for its growing and continued support of the Alabama chapter of the STAR International Police Exchange (IPE) Program, as Operations Lt. Eric W. Cole of the Cullman Police Department presented Mayor Woody Jacobs with a commemorative plaque at city hall.  The plaque serves as a token of appreciation for the City’s partnership and involvement in the STAR IPE Program, which fosters professional development and lasting friendships between law enforcement officers in Alabama, Germany and Spain.  “This plaque represents our gratitude for the City of Cullman’s continued support of the STAR International Police Exchange Program,” said Cole, current leader of the Alabama STAR IPE Chapter. “From City administration to Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism and our police department, it has truly been a team effort. The City’s help with transportation, activities, and coordination made 2025 an outstanding and productive year for the program. I look forward to continuing to grow this partnership and strengthening our connection with our friends in Germany.”  The STAR IPE Program, now celebrating its 40th anniversary, began with a shared bond between police officers in Hamburg, Germany and Los Angeles, California. Today, chapters operate across Germany, Spain and the United States. Each year, Germany hosts an exchange in the spring, Spain in the summer and American agencies in the fall. Officers participate in a two-week professional and cultural exchange, staying with host officers and their families while learning about each country’s equipment, procedures and training methods. The Alabama STAR IPE Chapter was established in 2009 in the Decatur area. For many years, the Cullman Police Department has served as a host agency, welcoming international officers to tour facilities, observe training and engage with agencies across the state.  In 2025, the City of Cullman played an especially important role in supporting the program. Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism coordinated activities that coincided with the city’s annual Oktoberfest celebration, providing guests with an authentic experience that left a strong impression. Several visiting officers even returned during their free time to enjoy more of the festival.  Transportation for a traveling group of officers across Alabama can present logistical challenges, but the City helped address that need by providing a City van so participants could travel together. This support allowed for smoother coordination and more meaningful time spent building professional and personal connections.  “We’re glad to be part of something that builds real relationships,” said Jacobs. “Programs like this give people the chance to learn from each other and see how others do their work. We’re proud to support it and proud that Cullman can play a small role in strengthening those international ties.”  AL STAR IPE is a two-week professional exchange between law enforcement officers from Alabama, Germany and Spain. The program balances professional development with cultural immersion and personal connection, creating lasting relationships while offering valuable insight into different approaches to policing across nations.  For more information about the STAR International Police Exchange Program, contact Lt. Eric W. Cole, operations lieutenant, Cullman Police Department, at 256-775-7175. 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune will continue its live candidate debate series in 2026, carrying forward a format established in 2025 that brings...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 24, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Stride for Sophia 5K seeks to raise awareness and open conversation about mental health struggles – March 7  ARAB, Ala. - The Stride for Sophia...

EVA, Ala. – The following is a transcript of an interview from Alabama Public Service Commissioner Jeremy Oden, in which he answers a range...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Every other year, the Alabama State Council on the Arts shines a spotlight on exceptional Alabamians and their contributions to arts...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism has announced several upcoming programs and events, including a spring musical, community choir signups and...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Redstone Federal Credit Union is not only celebrating its 75th anniversary, but recently opened its newest branch at 1202 Second Ave....

For most of my life, my personal motto has been, “I had rather be busy than bored.” Honestly, I don’t remember if I heard someone...

From the files of Feb. 21, 1924 Bees and Butterflies Asa Fuller spent Friday in Birmingham. Fred James spent Thursday in Birmingham. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Williams spent...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on Feb. 19, approved a $499,640 tax abatement for “Project Scoreboard.” The commission said...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The lesson plan was glowing, literally, at Cullman City Primary School recently as students had a chance to learn about how...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, a Republican candidate for Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 1, on Feb. 20, released the following...

Updated Feb. 21, 2026, at 6:23 p.m. The Cullman Police Department on Saturday evening said an arrest has been made in connection with the stabbing...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Senior Services is seeking nominations for outstanding individuals to be considered for induction into the 2026 Alabama...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County will bring its water and sanitation billing operations in-house after Cullman Electric Cooperative informed County officials it would discontinue...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 20, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, in the city hall auditorium with all members present.  Chairman Barry Slatton...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Founded by Savannah Mahaffey, Girl Gathered is a social club created to help women in their 20s and 30s build friendships...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Recently, Cullman County Schools students in grades 7-12 had the opportunity to hear from nationally recognized speaker Damon West as he...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 19, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – An Oakman, Alabama man was arrested Tuesday, Feb. 17, following the burglary of a pawn shop in Decatur and a high-speed pursuit...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Max is a 4-year-old German Shepherd with medium energy and a presence that immediately puts you at ease. He’s The Cullman...

CULLMAN, Ala. - First United Methodist Church hosted the 21st annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County Chili Dinner Monday, Feb. 16. The crowd enjoyed...

BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council at its meeting on Monday, Feb. 16, discussed bids, the Berlin Farmers Market and more.    The meeting began...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board opened its meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, at East Elementary School by recognizing employees and students...

Updated Feb. 18, 2026, at 9:30 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Terri Pines is inviting women of all ages to gather for Ladies’ Mahjong Night on...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 18, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

I used to be so scared to talk to people that I would have to avoid eye contact. If I were in a situation...

Sonder, defined by the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, is “the awareness that other people all have their own complex set of feelings and experiences.”   As a child...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center recently hosted a Lunch & Learn with guest speaker Toni Carter, library...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Green will once again take over downtown Hanceville when the ninth annual Hanceville Irish Festival returns Saturday, March 14, 2026.  Hosted by...

CULLMAN, Ala. - As part of its 90th anniversary celebration, Cullman Electric Cooperative has announced the launch of its Community Cupboards, a new initiative...

Republican candidate for Alabama governor Ken McFeeters on Tuesday, Feb. 17, gave notice of his formal appeal of the Alabama Republican Party Steering Committee's...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 17, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For many who decide to pursue college, adjusting to campus life can be a challenge. Balancing classes, financial aid and simply...

Updated Feb. 17, 2026, at 11:58 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Police Department Officer Roy Leon Bates, 52, is facing a third-degree domestic violence charge. According...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Ethos Craft Brewing hosted a “Pints & Paws” adoption event on Valentine’s Day. The occasion featured live music from Ex-Quartermasters and...

CULLMAN, Ala. - As temperatures rise and more motorcycles return to Alabama roadways, local and state officials are reminding the public that motorcycle safety...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 16, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Emma Thompson is a Cullman native who currently attends Wallace State Community College. Unlike most 20-year-olds, she has her own business....

CULLMAN, Ala. - Daesy Chains is a local jewelry and craft business owned by Dae Scott. Her inventory features handcrafted, whimsical jewelry, crochet and...

Hurricane Creek Park is widely known for its rock formations and waterfalls. It is roughly 70 acres of peace and tranquility – a perfect...

I wish every boy could experience snow the way we do in the South. Since it’s a rare occurrence here, there’s a sense of...

Have you heard about “Theo of Golden?” If you have not, let me tell you, it is a fabulous book that is sweeping (if not the...

I have decided, sometime in my not-as-young-as-I-once-was years, that I don’t like cucumbers. Well, at least I don’t like raw cucumbers. I’ve given them...

From the files of Feb. 14, 1946 TO AND FRO By EAGLE EYE Would you like to know exactly what Valentines were like 86 years ago? If...

There is a sense of pride when we gather and support local nonprofits. Knowing people can be so selfless as to devote their lives...

The following a guest article from Cullman County EMA Specialist Brent McDonald.  In emergency management, one thing has always remained constant: the responsibility to protect...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at a special-called meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 10, unanimously approved an agreement with local company Computer Network...

CULLMAN, Ala. - A memoir by Cullman native Hunter Moore will debut at a community book launch on Saturday, Feb. 14, at noon at...

Looking for some unique ways to spend Valentine’s Day this year? Here are five date ideas for you and your partner that are low...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. -  The Good Hope City Council at its Monday, Feb. 9, meeting discussed financial updates. The council reported that tax revenue...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Looking for ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day together without breaking the bank?   ​  Things to do  Have a game night with board games and card games you...

Every Feb. 14 arrives with the same confidence, dressed in red, trailing balloons, chocolate and the unmistakable belief that it is doing the Lord’s...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources announced Alabama EBT cardholders will be receiving new, chip-enabled EBT cards.   After a successful pilot program...

BREMEN, Ala. – On Feb. 8, 2026, World War II veteran Leldon P. Stricklin celebrated his 100th birthday at the Bremen Volunteer Fire Department,...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday, Feb. 12, signed the Child Predator Death Penalty Act into law. One of the governor’s top...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 12, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - As Alabama’s medical cannabis program continues its phased rollout, questions remain for patients, caregivers and the general public about how the...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Gambino, a domestic shorthair estimated to be about 3 years old, and a cat whose presence quietly fills a room....

HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Wallace State Community College is in the midst of a wide-ranging campus transformation driven by long-term planning, enrollment growth and evolving...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 11, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A man from Arab has been charged with trafficking fentanyl in Cullman County. Shelton Ramey, 50, was arrested Feb. 9, according...

Before we know it, spring will be upon us. As the seasons change, our preferences also change. Spring is often associated with rebirth and...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County is seeking community partners to sponsor its Gas Card Program, an initiative designed to provide...

What bothered me most of all going into parenthood was that I knew there were things I would have to learn on the spot....

CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex’s Little Farmers Preschool Program is a hands-on educational series designed for children ages 3-5, introducing young minds...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County 4-H will kick off two of its outdoor-focused programs in the coming weeks, with Wildlife and Shotgun Clubs opening...

Updated headline Feb. 13, 2026 CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, Feb. 9, offered its thanks to U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama...

Updated Feb. 11, 2026, at 5:26 p.m. MONTGOMERY, Ala. - A bill (HB392) sponsored by Rep. Chip Brown, R-Hollinger’s Island, passed out of the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 10, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Valentine’s Day is a day to convey love and admiration. Though at any store you are almost forced to see the stuffed animals, heart-shaped...

CULLMAN, Ala. -  Ahead of the Cullman County Natural Resources Planning Committee’s highly anticipated Native Tree Sale Feb. 21, the North Alabama Agriplex recently...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Small and upcoming farmers are invited to attend a Financial Planning for Farmers Workshop on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, from 6-8...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The 21st annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County Chili Dinner will take place Monday, Feb. 16, from 4-6:30 p.m. at First...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association said spots are still available for its 2026 Southern Coastal Charm Tour, a five-day...

CULLMAN, Ala. - February is Career & Technical Education (CTE) Month, and Cullman City Schools said it is proud to celebrate the growth, innovation...

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, recently announced the launch of the 2026 4th Congressional District Art Competition, inviting all high school students in...

Updated Feb. 8, 2026, at 7:16 p.m. UPDATE: Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick has identified the victim as Christanna Nicole Anderson, 38, of Arab. CULLMAN, Ala....

From the files of Feb. 7, 1963 NEW PROSPECT NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Campbell and family of Birmingham visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charley...

What kind of lunchbox did you have when you were growing up? Perhaps, I should have said lunchboxes, because you may have had more...

Nothing beats a warm, hearty meal on a cold winter day. These easy recipes are comforting, filling, perfect for keeping cozy when temperatures drop...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at Cullman City Primary School had a chance to learn some of the real science behind fictional superpowers when the...

One month into the new year doesn’t mean it’s time to stop making changes or forming goals. If you’re looking to improve your home...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council tapped Jamie Troutman as interim director of the Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) at its January meeting....

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Mountain Valley Arts Council volunteers have installed the 2026 exhibit of local artists’ artwork in Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth’s office suite...