‘Secure your load and avoid litter in the road’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Proper load securement is extremely important for a variety of reasons. Whether simply transporting personal items in the back of a pickup or securing industrial equipment on a commercial motor vehicle, it’s the responsibility of that individual to ensure the load...
530K Alabama children to receive summer P-EBT benefits
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) on Tuesday announced plans to issue Summer Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) benefits to an estimated 530,000 children who receive free or reduced-price school meals through the National School Lunch Program.
Qualifying households will get $120 for each...
Free workshop for rural dementia caregivers
SAN FRANSISCO - Do you take care of someone with memory loss and live in a rural area? Have recent months left you stressed and isolated?
The University of California, San Francisco is offering a free online workshop to help rural caregivers. The project is...
WSCC PTK Alpha Chi Tau Chapter inducts new members
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Almost 100 Wallace State Community College students were recently inducted into the college’s Alpha Chi Tau Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) International Honor Society.
Membership in Phi Theta Kappa is extended by invitation only. To be eligible, a student must be...
PREP SOFTBALL: Holly Pond falls to Brewer at home
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Lady Broncos hosted the Brewer Lady Patriots for a Thursday afternoon matchup and Brewer got off to an early lead. The Patriots didn't let Holly Pond get anything going offensively and ended up shutting out the Lady Broncos 12-0.
Brewer...
Hartselle woman stabs man, kills son in early morning attack
HARTSELLE, Ala. - According to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office, an early morning knife attack left an adult male injured and an 8-year-old child dead in Hartselle.
Official statements by the MCSO stated the incident occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. when a stabbing call was received...
Hundreds of students tour Wallace State during Spring Showcase
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 1,000 students had the opportunity to try their hands at virtual welding, saw a simulated radiation therapy treatment, learned about forensic psychology and more on Tuesday during the Wallace State Community College Spring Showcase.
The event was offered to area...
WSCC athletes named ACCC Athletes of the Week
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Several Wallace State Community College athletes have been recognized recently as Athletes of the Week by the Alabama Community College Conference.
WSCC Softball freshman pitcher Katie Simon of Athens was named Athlete of the Week for March 7. The Athens High School...
Christ First Ministries Church 2nd annual car and truck show coming March 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Christ First Ministries Church men’s ministry will host its second annual car and truck on show Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the church.
The event aims to bring the community together while sharing the message of the men's...
Alabama Extension awarded SARE grant to improve land-use efficiency and sustainability in Southeast
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Sustainability is big business in the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Agricultural researchers are constantly looking for new and improved ways for livestock and crop producers to better their operations. Thanks to a recently awarded $380,000 grant from the Sustainable Agriculture...
Op-Ed: Remembering 3:16
Do you remember where you were, and what you were doing three years ago, on March 16, 2020? I do. I remember that day clearly.
That was the day we received word that everything was shutting down for two weeks in hopes of slowing the...
Former Alabama player Lawson Schaffer shares his thoughts on the Crimson Tide’s NCAA Tournament chances
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s NCAA Tournament bracket was officially unveiled Sunday and the Alabama Crimson Tide were selected as the tournament’s No. 1 overall seed. Both Alabama and Auburn secured spots in this year’s tournament field and both of them will be tipping...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont drops home matchup with Falkville 10-5
VINEMONT, Ala. – After defeating Locust Fork on the road 13-3 Tuesday, the Vinemont Eagles returned home Wednesday for an afternoon matchup against Falkville. The Eagles held a 2-1 lead early in the game and put some runs on the board in the sixth...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘There is always room for improvement’: Holly Pond’s Blake Rickard talks sophomore season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Last season was another great one for Holly Pond basketball. The Broncos compiled over 20 wins and had the no. 1 ranking in Class 2A for most of the season. They won their area championship before dropping a sub-regional game...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison drops area matchup with Sumiton Christian
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Sumiton Christian Eagles on a windy and cold Tuesday afternoon and not only was the weather difficult for the Bulldogs, but the Eagles also caused problems as well, dominating Addison 8-1.
The game was scoreless going into the top of the...
Hanceville Irish Festival returns this Saturday, March 18
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville will host its annual Irish Festival along Commercial Street downtown this Saturday, March 18, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
According to organizer Nolan Bradford, there will be between 35 and 50 vendors, with a wide range of handmade one-of-a-kind items and unique...
ALGOP breaks record with Ron DeSantis dinner
HOOVER, Ala. - The Alabama Republican Party said it broke its record for the largest fundraising dinner in ALGOP history when it hosted Florida Governor Ron DeSantis at its annual Winter Dinner in Hoover last week. DeSantis shared his “Florida Blueprint" with attendees –...
Tips from law enforcement to thwart catalytic converter thieves
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the recent rash of catalytic converter thefts across Cullman County, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department want residents to know how to keep their vehicles safe.
“The key to safety starts with simply locking your doors and making...
PREP BASEBALL: Raiders roll over Holly Pond 20-7
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos traveled to take face Good Hope in Tuesday afternoon matchup and after building to a huge lead early, the Raiders never gave it up and went on to defeat the Broncos 20-7 in five innings.
John Martin and Boston...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman shuts out Mortimer Jordan 5-0
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Lady Bearcats returned home to host Mortimer Jordan on a chilly Tuesday night and Emma Claire Wilson collected 12 strikeouts over seven shutout innings to help lead the ‘Cats to a 5-0 win over the Lady Blue Devils.
Mortimer Jordan led...
Letter to the Editor: Opportunities abound at 40th Alabama State Games
Dear Editor:
Registration (alagames.com) for the 40th Alabama State Games is now open, and we are expecting a record-setting 6,000 participants to flood Jefferson County to participate in the Games. The Alabama State Games - founded in 1982 at the request of the US Olympic...
Sportsman Lake gardeners applying for arboretum accreditation
CULLMAN, Ala. – Master Gardeners and other nature enthusiasts gathered Monday morning at Sportsman Lake's Wildflower Garden to shadow Mary Claire Smith in identifying 25 unique species of trees and woody growth in an effort to have the garden accredited as an arboretum. An...
PREP BASEBALL: Cold Springs collects 4-2 win over Winston County
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles faced off against the Winston County Yellow Jackets at home on a cold, windy Monday afternoon. Offense was limited in this one, but Cold Springs relied on small ball to get some runs and a strong pitching performance from...
East, West Elementary students host art show
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from East and West Elementary Schools showcased their artistic talents in the “All Creatures Great and Small Art Show” Saturday. Students were able to see their artwork displayed and share it with their families and loved ones. Artwork centered on...
West Elementary hosts Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System demo
CULLMAN, Ala. – KT Security Solutions on Monday hosted a demonstration of its Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System at West Elementary School. The system is a functional whiteboard that can be customized to fit any classroom and expands into a fold-out room in under 10...
R.O.S.S. representative Shane Tidwell speaks at Good Hope City Council meeting
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council hosted its first March meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and at the top of the agenda was a guest speaker. Recovery Organization of Support Specialists (R.O.S.S.) representative Shane Tidwell took a few minutes...
Apprenticeships offered in Early Childhood Education at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Child Development program is working to simultaneously help students earn a salary while completing their education and lessen workforce shortages in the field of early childhood education.
The Early Childhood Educator Apprenticeship program is a partnership between Wallace...
Wallace State launches Nursing Apprenticeship Program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Nursing students at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville have been taking advantage of a new apprenticeship opportunity that allows them to earn a salary while training for a career in health care. The college launched the program this year with the Alabama...
Ivey announces economy gained 54,100 jobs in 2022, unemployment rate at 2.6%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey announced today that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted January unemployment rate is 2.6%, unchanged from December 2022’s revised rate, and also unchanged from January 2022’s rate. January’s rate represents 58,411 unemployed persons compared to 59,986 in December and 60,270...
Pollen: a sticky situation for the better
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – The appearance of pollen typically marks the beginning of spring, and it literally shows. If your vehicle or home recently received a natural paint job, there is a positive meaning behind the new look. According to Alabama Cooperative Extension System...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Always be there for my teammates’: Good Hope’s Haley Lay set for sophomore season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders posted a record of 12-21 last season and finished as the area runner-up, which earned them a spot in the Regional tournament in Florence. Sophomore Haley Lay talked about that season, what all she learned...
Cold Springs High brings home state FCCLA award, multiple others
BREMEN, Ala. - March 8-10, 2023, eight students and their adviser from Cold Springs High School competed at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Leadership Meeting in Montgomery. Over 1,000 FCCLA students from all over the state met and competed....
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview downs Vinemont at home 12-2, Good Hope, Cold Springs drop Saturday matchups
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies were back home at Mark Moore Field Saturday to host Vinemont and they put runs on the board early and often to collect a 12-2 win over the Eagles.
Crimson Wright got the start for Fairview, and he retired...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Real lavender cookies
CULLMAN GARDENS inspired the magical-but-real setting for the folktale, “WUNDERGARTEN.” Let me guide you to the specific spot up a gentle path through the Wildflower Garden at Sportsman Lake in Cullman County, Alabama. This is where I rested a moment last August and the...
Files from yesteryear: 1939
Mr. John Ivey visited Mr. Hiram Ivey, of Joppa, on Sunday evening.
Misses Jennie Miller and Ruth and Ruby Johnson were the Saturday evening callers of Miss Marjorie Jackson.
Among the number represented at the reunion at Mr. and Mrs. Joy Lackey’s, on Sunday, were Mr....
Crawford sentenced to 99 years following murder conviction
CULLMAN, Ala. – Jason Dewayne Crawford was sentenced Friday, March 10, 2023, to 99 years by Judge Martha Williams after he was convicted of first-degree murder in connection to the death of his wife, Tiffiney Joy Crawford in 2017.
The victim was shot twice in the...
EMS telecommunicators: Unsung heroes behind the scenes
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The men and women and who make up Cullman’s first responder community are tasked with keeping the county and its residents safe and protected. Emergency calls come in at all hours of the day and night from people in desperate...
Severe weather threat Sunday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Clusters of showers and thunderstorms will move into areas north of I-20 by early this evening and spread across the northern half of the state through early Sunday morning. These storms are not forecast to become severe.
Clusters of showers and thunderstorms, possibly forming into...
Wilson honored as state leader on International Women’s Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Ashley Wilson, founder and director of Curt’s Closet, was honored as one of This is Alabama’s 25 Women Who Shape the State at an awards ceremony and luncheon at The Club in Homewood on Wednesday, March 8, International Women’s Day....
What’s in our water: Register for Alabama Water Watch Monitoring Training
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman residents have the opportunity to participate in researching Alabama’s abundant biodiversity and water resources at the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s (ACES) upcoming Alabama Water Watch (AWW) Monitoring Training Wednesday, April 5, from 12:30-6:30 p.m. at Camp Meadowbrook. The hybrid online/in-person...
Thompson Rents opening in Hanceville; Construction rental equipment available March 20
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thompson Tractor announced the upcoming opening of its newest Thompson Rents location at 6307 County Road 490 in Hanceville just east of the Dodge City exit off Interstate 65. Set to open on Monday, March 20, the store will be open...
West Elementary to host Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System demo
CULLMAN, Ala. - A school safety demonstration event will be held Monday, March 13, at 11:30 a.m. at West Elementary School, located at 303 Rosemont Ave. SW. The event will showcase a new Rapid-Deploy Safe Room System designed to protect students in the event...
‘All Creatures Great and Small’ Art Show Saturday, March 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – Students from East and West Elementary Schools will showcase their artistic talents when the schools present the All Creatures Great and Small Art Show in the East Elementary gym Saturday, March 11, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Judith McBrayer, who teaches art at...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point pulls away to top Hanceville on the road 10-0
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were back on the road Friday night for a county matchup at Hanceville and after three scoreless innings, West Point put three runs on the board in the fourth, two more in the fifth and another five...
Health Science Career Fair connects students to future employers
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hundreds of Wallace State students visited with dozens of potential employers Thursday during the Health Science Career Fair. This was the second of two career fairs held this week, with the first held Tuesday and geared toward students in Academic and...
ALEA launches 3rd annual ‘Think Smart Before You Start Spring Break’ campaign
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – March 20, marks the first official day of spring, meaning vacation and spring break travel plans are on the rise. While the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) will continue to focus on dangerous driving behaviors such as speeding, following too closely...
Sign up now for spring 2023 CCSO Citizens’ Academy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Applications are now being accepted for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy - spring 2023 session. The Citizens' Academy is an opportunity for all residents of Cullman County to learn about the role of law enforcement in our community.
“We realize...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont picks up 12-4 win at J.B. Pennington, West Point falls at Arab 4-2
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- The Vinemont Eagles took a road trip to J.B. Pennington Thursday afternoon, and they jumped out to a quick lead on their way to a 12-4 win over the Tigers.
Vinemont 12 - J.B. Pennington 4 (Baseball)
Hayden Robinson led off the game for...
WSCC Lady Lions advance to ACCC Finals with 89-65 win over Lawson State
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College women's basketball advanced to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Championship Final Thursday after defeating Lawson State in the semifinals 89-65. They will face their conference rival, Shelton State, on Friday at 4 p.m. at the Event...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Working hard is the key to success’: Cold Springs’ Ella Bruer talks junior season
BREMEN, Ala. – This season was another special one for the Cold Springs Lady Eagles. They more than tripled their win total from last season, going from 10 to 31, won an area title and made another deep postseason run that saw them finish...
Cullman County Schools announces partnership with Academy of Craft Training
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced a new partnership with the Academy of Craft Training (ACT). Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Assistant Director/WBL Coordinator Haynes Riddle was selected to lead the initiative in north Alabama.
Beginning this August, students enrolled in the 11th...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard’: Good Hope’s Campbell Koch excited for freshman season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The 2023 softball season has arrived for the Good Hope Lady Raiders and even though they will be fielding a young team this year, they have quickly matured and gotten better over the past two seasons. Freshman Campbell Koch talked...
PREP BOWLING: 3 local bowlers earn All-State honors
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The state’s high school bowling coaches conducted a poll amongst themselves to award All-State honors and three local bowlers earned recognition after outstanding seasons. West Point’s Kevin Vance earned first team All-State honors and a spot on the 1A-5A first team....
Planning commission makes multiple recommendations
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Planning Commission moved forward on several recommendations at its meeting on Monday night after five public hearings.
A public hearing was held and short form subdivision approved for property located at Third Avenue Southeast and Fourth Street Southeast....
State correctional officers to receive pay increase
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) Commissioner John Hamm recently announced pay increases and new pay grades for correctional officers statewide. The ADOC said this is an important step in the commissioner’s plan to strengthen the department’s recruiting and retention efforts.
The ADOC...
City appoints Sullins to full planning commission term
CULLMAN, Ala. – Michael Sullins was appointed to a full, six-year term on the City of Cullman Planning Commission at Monday’s Cullman City Council meeting. Mayor Woody Jacobs made the recommendation, and the council agreed. Sullins had been serving a partial term; he was...
International Women’s Day: Words from local women
Left to right are Heather Gudger, Laura Quick and Lynsey Todd. (Contributed)
CULLMAN, Ala. - International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This year, The Tribune spoke to three entrepreneurial game changers in...
Chief David Nassetta settling into new position
CULLMAN, Ala. – Since being named Cullman police chief by the Cullman City Council on Dec. 5, 2022, David Nassetta has settled into his new position with ease. Nassetta said he is very thankful for the support of Mayor Woody Jacobs and the members...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Always have confidence’: Good Hope’s Alexandria Steed excited for freshman season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders are ready for another year of softball after making it to Regionals last year and freshman Alexandria Steed talked about all she gained from that experience.
"We came out pretty rough, but we did good for...
United Way Crawfish Boil returns March 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - After a three-year hiatus the United Way of Cullman County Crawfish Boil will be held Friday, March 24, from 5-7 p.m. at Goat Island Brewing.
The Crawfish Boil is sponsored by Hank’s Sports Bar in Cullman, which will cook the crawfish for...
Alabama State Chapter receives National Wild Turkey Federation Acreage Award
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - At the recent National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention celebrating the 50th anniversary of the organization, the Alabama Chapter received the prestigious Acreage Award for land conservation in the state. In 2022, the NWTF Alabama State Chapter conserved or enhanced more...
City Spring Cleanup coming March 20-24
CULLMAN, Ala. – City of Cullman Sanitation customers will get a hand with spring cleaning the week of March 20-24. Spring Cleanup week allows customers to place things such as appliances, furniture, mattresses and other large items curbside for the sanitation department to dispose...
Children’s of Alabama doctor stresses importance of good night’s sleep
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Children’s of Alabama pediatrician Dr. Erinn Schmit encourages parents to consider their children’s sleep health during National Sleep Awareness Week. It begins on Sunday, March 12, the start of daylight saving time, and runs through Saturday, March 18.
Schmit says this is...
Self-defense class coming Thursday, March 9
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Refuge Church of God will host a self-defense class on Thursday, March 9, at 6 p.m. at 1115 U.S. Highway 278 East. Open to the public, the class will be instructed by members of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
Participation in...
National School Breakfast Week this week
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - We have all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it “breaks the fast” from our overnight sleep. A good breakfast is an especially important part of fueling a child’s success in school.
Did you know that...
Ivey delivers 2023 State of the State Address
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday night delivered the 2023 State of the State Address.
Below are the governor’s remarks, in full:
Lieutenant Governor Ainsworth, Pro Tem Reed, Speaker Ledbetter, Speaker Pro Tem Pringle, members of the Alabama Legislature, justices of the Alabama Supreme...
PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville rolls past Oakman 10-3
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted the Oakman Wildcats for a varsity matchup Tuesday night and the Bulldogs jumped out to a quick lead on their way to a 10-3 win over the Wildcats.
Hunter Black got the start for Hanceville and gave up a...
PREP BASEBALL: Raiders collect 10-6 win at Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. – Good Hope hit the road Tuesday night for a county battle at Vinemont and the Raiders returned home with a nice win over the Eagles. Good Hope plated four runs in the second to take an early lead and added runs...
PREP SOFTBALL: ‘Never stop pushing’: Holly Pond’s Maggie Nail ready for freshman season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The 2023 softball season is underway for the Holly Pond Lady Broncos and they’re looking to make yet another trip to Regionals. They finished with a 14-13 record last season and were the runner-up in the county and area tournaments...
City Sanitation announces green waste material service change
CULLMAN, Ala. – To ensure compliance with the EPA's environmental regulations concerning inert landfills, beginning this week the Sanitation/Recycling Department will not pick up grass, leaves or other green waste materials bagged in non-biodegradable plastic bags. Residents who bag their waste materials (grass, leaves,...
Cullman EC awarded $4.58M Broadband Accessibility Fund grant
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nine grants, totaling $24.72 million, were awarded to broadband providers across the state to support projects in unserved or underserved areas of Alabama. Gov. Kay Ivey’s office announced the grants Friday.
One of those grants – $4.58 million – was awarded to...
Cullman County Commission gives $200K toward Agriplex community hub
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its February meeting, the Cullman County Commission approved a $200,000 appropriation toward the building of a new community hub at the North Alabama Agriplex.
“We always appreciate the support of the commission, especially in a large endeavor like this,” noted Rachel...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope drops area opener to West Morgan 4-3
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders started area play against the West Morgan Lady Rebels Monday night. The Lady Raiders fell behind early and looked to mount a comeback, but they fell just short in the end as they dropped their...
PREP BASEBALL: Warriors earn 3-1 win over West Morgan
WEST POINT, Ala. – After splitting a weekend doubleheader with Scottsboro and Boaz, the West Point Warriors returned home Monday night for a matchup with West Morgan. Cade Welborn and Kanaan Sutter combined to allow just one unearned run on the mound and the...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman tops West Point on the road 13-2
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Cullman Lady Bearcats traveled to West Point for a matchup with the Lady Warriors Monday night and returned home with an impressive, 13-2 win. Cullman plated 10 runs in the top of the third to take a commanding lead...
City Sanitation announces green waste material service change
Starting March 6th, to ensure compliance with the EPA's Environmental Regulations Concerning Inert Landfills, the Sanitation/Recycling Department will not pick up grass, leaves, or other green waste materials bagged in non-biodegradable plastic bags. Residents who bag their waste materials (grass, leaves, etc.) must use biodegradable...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘I’m always trying to improve my game’: Good Hope’s K’mal Bell recaps junior season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- This season was another successful one for the Good Hope Raiders as they finished eclipsed the 20-win mark for the fifth consecutive season and junior K'mal Bell talked about what he learned from the Raiders’ latest run.
"I felt this season...
Simulations help Wallace State Health Science students experience working as a team
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students in Health Science programs at Wallace State Community College were dealing with patients suffering chest pains, asthma attacks, overdoses and more during simulations this week. Luckily, the patients were either mannequins or other students playing the role of patients.
The Simulation-Enhanced...
Archer named director of ALEA Dept. of Public Safety
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Secretary Hal Taylor on Thursday announced the appointment of Colonel Jonathan Archer as director of ALEA’s Department of Public Safety (DPS), effective March 1.
The appointment follows the retirement announcement of former DPS Director Colonel Jimmy Helms earlier...
OP-ED: Alabama newspapers are not disappearing
Recent changes in the newspaper landscape in Alabama have us wanting to share some good news about newspapers. Alabama newspapers are alive and printing.
Like most every industry in the world, our industry is experiencing changes that some have characterized as the end of newspapers.
Nothing...
Cullman’s Creel named to Abilene Christian University’s Fall 2022 Dean’s Honor Roll
ABILENE, Texas - Kaci Creel of Cullman was named to the Abilene Christian University Fall 2022 Dean's Honor Roll. Creel is a junior majoring in Art.
Creel was among more than 1,500 students named to the Fall 2022 Dean's Honor Roll.
To qualify for the Dean's...
‘It’s been an honor’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Police Chief Bob Long announced his retirement, effective Sept. 1, 2023, at the Hanceville City Council meeting on Wednesday, March 1.
Despite raising their children on family land in Blount County, Long said he and his wife, “liked this city (Hanceville)...
Nominations open for 2023 Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Senior Services is seeking nominations for outstanding individuals to be considered for induction into the 2023 Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. Married couples who have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary or more, and individuals who are 100...
Local business spotlight: Family-owned Jones Brother’s Services
ARLEY, Ala. - Jones Brother's Services, LLC is a small, family-owned business that provides dump truck hauling of non-hazardous materials in Winston, Cullman and Walker counties. The company, owned and operated by Tommy Jones and his sons Blake and Dylan Jones, offers hauling services...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten – Quilted pan-roasted vegetables
CULLMAN QUILTS inspired the art style I used to illustrate the folktale, “WUNDERGARTEN” (see the Cullman Quilts poster, available at Leldon’s in the Warehouse District). My very earliest memory is being a 3-year-old playing under a quilt frame in the Cullman County community of...
Native azalea and wildflower sale coming
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Master Gardeners and Alabama Cooperative Extension System will host an inaugural Native Azalea and Wildflowers Sale on Saturday, March 25, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Just in time for spring planting, the sale will be held at the Sportsman...
Wallace State announces upcoming production of ‘The Robber Bridegroom’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Theatre program is excited to announce its upcoming production of "The Robber Bridegroom," a bluegrass musical comedy with music and lyrics by Alfred Uhry and Robert Waldman, and book by Alfred Uhry.
Set in 18th century Mississippi, "The...
Files from yesteryear: 1957
From the files of 1957
Hanceville Happenings
Holiday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Clate Hamrick were Mr. and Mrs. Bert Hamrick, Mr. and Mrs. Quinnon Holmes and son and Mrs. Jack Waldrop and children, all of Birmingham and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hamrick and children, of...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont tops Cold Springs on the road 9-7; Saturday scoring recap
BREMEN, Ala. -- Vinemont traveled to take on Cold Springs Saturday morning and Vinemont didn't waste any time getting on the scoreboard first. Hayden Robinson hit a leadoff double and moved to third on a wild pitch. An RBI groundout by Jake Hale gave...
PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After topping Brewbaker Tech in the final moments of Wednesday’s 5A State Semifinals, the Arabian Knights were back on the court at Legacy Arena Saturday morning to face No. 4 Pleasant Grove in the 5A State Championship Game. The score was...
Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellor’s Honor Roll, Dean’s Honor Roll
UNIVERSITY, Miss. - Alexander Brooks, of Arab, was named to the University of Mississippi's Fall 2022 Chancellor's Honor Roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75-4.00.
"The remarkable students achieving Chancellor's Honor Roll are among the best and brightest at...
Pet of the Week: Miss Beans
CULLMAN, Ala. – This week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is Miss Beans!
Miss Beans is a 1-1.5-year-old mini yellow lab and hound mix who is ready to find her forever home. Miss Beans is an athletic girl and loves to play and be...
Career fairs March 7 and March 9 at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is hosting two career fairs March 7 and 9 that are open to students and the public. Presented by the college’s Center for Career and Workforce Development, the career fairs will bring dozens of employers to the...
‘It was very emotional’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer on Thursday evening received the 2023 Emma Marie Eddleman Citizenship Award at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce Gala. The award, sponsored by O.F. Richter and Sons, is presented annually to individuals who have...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) has made multiple arrests over the past several days.
On Feb. 27, CCSO investigators and the CCSO Special Response Team executed a search warrant at a residence in the Hanceville area.
According to the CCSO, Michael Shane...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 2 Mars Hill in 2A State Finals 69-47
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The top-ranked Cold Springs Lady Eagles were back at Legacy Arena Friday morning to battle No. 2 Mars Hill and despite getting off to a fast start, Cold Springs was unable to keep pace with the Lady Panthers in the second...
Shift-based scheduling offered by WSCC EMS program for Paramedic training
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program has implemented new schedules that allow emergency medical technicians who are seeking to become paramedics the convenience of fitting those classes around their work schedule.
In most cases, EMTs are working 24/48 shifts, where...
Winners of 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest announced
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The winners of the 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest are listed below. As usual, the judges had a very difficult time selecting the winning photos from among the thousands entered. The 2024 contest will be announced later this year.
“The abundant diversity...
Hanceville Civitans honor county’s clergy
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Hanceville Civitan Club hosted its 2023 Clergy Appreciation Luncheon at Hanceville Methodist Church on Tuesday, Feb. 28. The luncheon was attended by members of the club and representatives from the local churches and organizations. Honorable Patti Dean opened with a...
Gudger champions economic growth
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The inaugural Alabama Economic Forum was held in Birmingham on Feb. 16 to discuss the state’s need to continue growing its sustainable job market as it looks to the future. A key voice at the forum was Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman.
Gudger...
