Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 20, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Prepared for the storm: Cullman Electric Cooperative readies for fall power outages
Updated Nov. 20, 2023, at 6:50 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – As the fall storm season approaches, Cullman Electric Cooperative stands ready to tackle any challenges...
Alabama coaching staff selects 7 Players of the Week following Chattanooga win
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama coaching staff named seven players of the week to eight spots following the Crimson Tide’s 66-10 win against Chattanooga last...
CCBOE, Premier Bank team up to offer surprise attendance bonuses
Updated Nov. 20, 2023, at 6:52 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Good attendance is the foundation of doing well in school, and later in life, doing...
County commission appoints new deputy coroner, accepts grant to resurface CR 1490
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its Nov. 14 meeting appointed Brian Monk to serve as a deputy coroner, at the request...
Troy runs win streak to 8, downs Louisiana on Senior Day
TROY, Ala. –Jabre Barber threw a 20-yard pass and pulled down the touchdown reception on Troy's game-winning drive in its 31-24 victory over Louisiana on...
BOOK REVIEW ‘Blessing of the Lost Girls’ by J. A. Jance
“Blessing of the Lost Girls” is J. A. (Judith Ann) Jance’s latest book. As the title indicates, this novel is about missing and murdered...
Balloons over Broadway: CCPS students create their own balloon parade
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade got a first-grade twist recently, as students at Cullman City Primary School created their own mini-balloon...
Repairs begin to make Gulf State Park Pier whole again
GULF SHORES, Ala. - Lamar Pendergrass had a dream several years ago when he became the South Region Operations Supervisor for the Alabama Department...
COLUMN: Common scents
My wife Carol has been strongly suggesting (I call it nagging) that I visit my doctor and get the once over. I told her...
CASA volunteers needed for local children
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) volunteers are needed. Volunteers “are appointed by a judge to recommend the best possible...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1950
From the files of 1900
M. Dickerman has purchased the sawmill, belonging to W. Turney, near Vinemont.
Doctor W.A. Barclift of Hartselle is having a cottage...
ACES: Guide to cooking the Thanksgiving turkey
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — At Thanksgiving, the turkey is the star of the dinner table. However, it does no good if it is frozen,...
Unsheltered International invites community to free Thanksgiving meal Nov. 22
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Unsheltered International is dedicated to helping unsheltered and unhoused individuals and connecting resources to the people who may need...
Students learn leadership skills at annual Youth Leadership Conference
COLUMBIANA, Ala. - The 2023 Alfa Youth Leadership Conference helped 87 high school freshmen and sophomores from across Alabama develop crucial life and ag...
2023 Festival of Trees begins Dec. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s fall and the trees have our full attention! Phyllis Hain, volunteer consultant for the Cullman Tree Commission, stated, “As my...
Library board discusses changes in operations amid interim director resignation
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library Board at its meeting on Thursday, Nov. 16, discussed director pay and changes in operations, rescinded...
Local volunteer fire departments granted $100K in American Rescue Plan Act funds
VINEMONT, Ala. – It was all smiles Thursday evening, Nov. 16, as members of the Cullman County Association of Volunteer Fire Departments received $100,000...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders take home openers over New Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Raiders and Lady Raiders of Good Hope hosted their first home games of the season against New Hope Friday...
Cullman Association of Realtors kicks off annual toy drive
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local realtors are gearing up for the holiday season and preparing to make Christmas wishes come true. Now through Dec. 13,...
Vinemont Band Booster Winter Craft Show set for Nov. 17-18
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual Vinemont Band Booster Winter Craft Show is set for this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-18 at Cullman Church of...
‘The day was full of joy’
Hope Horses hosts Fall Fun Show
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses hosted its Fall Fun Show Saturday, Nov. 11.
“Students worked hard all year...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 17, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 17, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview Aggies, Lady Aggies collect wins over Curry
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies and Lady Aggies welcomed the Curry Yellow Jackets to Joe Shults Gym for their home openers Thursday night...
Cullman’s Lacey Johnson crowned 2024 Miss UAB
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The new Miss University of Alabama at Birmingham is senior Lacey Johnson, of Cullman.
Nine students competed for the title in the...
5 arrested in deaths of 2 Cullman County brothers
WINSTON COUNTY, Ala. - The Winston County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, announced the arrests of five individuals in connection with...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 16, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 16, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
8th annual Veterans Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 20
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse in West Point has hosted a free meal for area veterans and their spouses for the...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 15, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Addison High named Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Lighthouse School for 2023
Updated Nov. 15, 2023 at 7:33 p.m.
ADDISON, Ala. - Addison High School is a small school in a small town in Winston County, Alabama...
Behind the Rack Consignment sale coming to Cullman Nov. 16-18
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heather Stewart and her consignment sale, Behind the Rack Consignment, had been offering deep discounts on high-quality secondhand children’s items in...
Jordan Lee makes legendary return to Bassmaster Elite Series
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Former back-to-back Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic champion Jordan Lee is headed back to the Bassmaster Elite Series in 2024. Lee will...
Crafternoon at the Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - Paint, hot glue and other crafting supplies lined the tables, crafters and hobbyists filtered in and Crafternoon was underway at the...
Cullman Regional welcomes Kurt Blake, MD to Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Board-certified rheumatologist Kurt Blake, MD has joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Blake attended medical school at the University of West Indies,...
CCSO employees receive free haircuts from local duo
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office said two local barbers/stylists reached out saying they wanted to give back to local law enforcement.
They...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville tops Cold Springs 62-43, Lady Eagles pull away to win 64-26
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Eagles of Cold Springs traveled to Hanceville’s Lane Horton Gymnasium for a pair of varsity matchups with the Bulldogs Tuesday...
Cullman woman 3rd person charged with capital murder in death of Noah Waters
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman woman was arrested Tuesday, Nov. 14, after being indicted for capital murder during first-degree robbery and capital murder during...
Harpersville man arrested in fatal hit-and-run involving bicyclist
HARPERSVILLE, Ala. — A Harpersville man was arrested Monday, Nov. 13, in connection with a fatal hit-and-run that claimed the life of a 19-year-old...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 14, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 14, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
CCBOE recognizes faculty, staff, former students
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its meeting on Nov. 9, the Cullman County School Board recognized a handful of individuals for their service and dedication...
Remembering Danny McAfee
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local businessman Danny McAfee, of Cullman Cabinet & Supply Company, was laid to rest this month. McAfee was remembered as a...
Car show raises over $5K for Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. – A cloudy chill and slight morning drizzle were no match for Cullman’s car community Saturday, Nov. 11, as the 37th Annual...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont Eagles, Lady Eagles collect wins over St. Bernard
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles and Lady Eagles hosted a pair of varsity matchups against St. Bernard Monday night and both Vinemont squads...
Auburn’s Jalen McLeod, Keionte Scott earn SEC player of the week honors
AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn's Jalen McLeod has been named Southeastern Conference defensive player of the week while Tiger teammate Keionte Scott earned weekly honors for special teams, the SEC announced...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 13, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Alabama coaching staff selects 10 Players of the Week following Kentucky win
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama coaching staff named 10 players of the week following the Crimson Tide's 49-21 win at Kentucky last Saturday. Malik Benson, Isaiah...
Ivey awards nearly $17.5M for improvement projects; Cullman County to receive $500K
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $17.5 million to provide improvements in 44 Alabama towns, cities and counties. The Community Development...
‘The Nutcracker’ to be performed at Wallace State Nov. 17-19
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College's Allegro Dance Theatre will partner with Ballet South and the Cullman Community Young Singers to present the...
Students compete in 2023 FCCLA County Sweet Potato Cook-Off
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, various county school students met at the Alabama Farm Credit headquarters in Cullman for the FCCLA...
Cullman County’s Ryleigh Jordan places in Alabama National Fair Youth Sheep Show
Alabama National Fair preserves decades of tradition
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Smells of fresh pine shavings and a buzz of excitement hung in the air around...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman, Good Hope collect wins at Veterans Day Classic
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats and the Good Hope Raiders were on the court at Tom Drake Coliseum Saturday to compete in this...
WSCC Dental Hygiene students showcase clinical research presentations
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students in the Wallace State Community College Dental Hygiene program recently showcased their clinical research presentations in the Bailey Center Auditorium....
Files from yesteryear: 1936, 1950
From the files of 1936
Joe C. Sapp spent Monday in Birmingham.
Coroner J. Grady Moss has a sprained ankle.
Professor and Mrs. Joe Ray, of Hanceville,...
Arrowhead RV Park hosting Thanksgiving food drive through Nov. 22
CRANE HILL, Ala. - This Thanksgiving season, one local business is giving back to the community in the way it feels is most needed....
Stabbing incident shocks local community
Updated Nov. 12, 2023 at 4:20 p.m.:
UPDATE: Adam Clark, CPD public relations director, announced Sunday that Kyle Brett Christian, 39, has been arrested and charged with...
Cullman Regional, Cullman Regional Foundation grant $250K to Good Samaritan Health Clinic
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional and Cullman Regional Foundation each approved $125,000 grants to the Good Samaritan Health Clinic for a total contribution of...
STATE CROSS COUNTRY MEET: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles capture state championships; Edgeworth sets state record, wins 4th state title
DANVILLE, Ala. – This year’s AHSAA State Cross Country Championships were hosted at the Oakville Indian Mounds Saturday morning, and it was a great...
United Way names Stephanie Childers executive director
CULLMAN, Ala. – At its largest fundraiser of the year, Designer Bag Bingo, on Thursday evening, Nov. 9, 2023, the United Way of Cullman...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Addison’s season ends with 32-20 loss to Pickens County
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Pickens County Tornadoes in the first round of the 1A state playoffs at A.G. Hicks Stadium and in...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: John Carroll upends Fairview 22-14
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – It was a cold, rainy night inside Fairview’s Dafford Smith Stadium Friday night as the Aggies hosted the John Carroll Cavaliers...
Veteran spotlight: Clarence Benefield
In celebration of Veterans Day, Tribune reporter Cayla Grace Murphy sat down with veterans at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 for rapid-fire interviews....
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail thanks community for prayers and positivity
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – While Thursday’s Hanceville City Council meeting was short and sweet, Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail utilized a packed council chamber to make...
Teacher, National Guard member: West Elementary’s Fowlkes talks annual Veterans Day program
CULLMAN, Ala. – West Elementary School’s fifth-grade class held its annual Veterans Day program Thursday, Nov. 9, welcoming local veterans to the school’s gymnasium....
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Meek drops round 1 matchup at South Lamar 32-14
MILLPORT, Ala. – The Tigers of Meek traveled to Millport to face South Lamar Friday night and after taking an early lead, the Stallions...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Vinemont drops round 1 matchup at Sylvania 41-0
SYLVANIA, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to face the Rams in the first round of the AHSAA playoffs and got shutout 41-0.
Vinemont kept it close...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Arab falls to No. 5 Leeds in opening round 33-7
LEEDS, Ala. – The Arabian Knights traveled to take on No. 5 Leeds in the opening round of the 5A state playoffs Friday night,...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman’s season ends with 49-6 loss at No. 2 Clay-Chalkville
CLAY, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats hit the road and traveled to the home of No. 2 Clay-Chalkville for the opening round of the...
Wagon Trail Med-Serv gives AMCC update
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama residents have been patiently waiting and biding their time until the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) attempts to issue Integrated...
Hanceville teen killed in hit-and-run crash; ALEA seeking information
Update: 11/13/23
The single-vehicle crash involving a bicyclist that occurred at 6:46 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9, claimed the life of a Hanceville man.
According to...
Watwood named new principal of Hanceville Middle School
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County School Board at its Nov. 9, 2023, meeting approved Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette's recommendation to hire Elizabeth Watwood...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: West Point falls in opening round at No. 2 Ramsay 50-0
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The West Point Warriors traveled to Birmingham Thursday night to battle No. 2 Ramsay at Legion Field and the Rams were...
Brad Meeks faces new drug charges, revocation of probation
CULLMAN, Ala. – Following a late October arrest for illegal possession of prescription steroid drugs, Bradford Meeks, 33, of Bremen, faces the possible revocation...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 9, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
City of Cullman breaks ground on OmniPlex Sports and Civic Center
CULLMAN, Ala. — The City of Cullman broke ground Thursday morning, Nov. 9, 2023, on the new OmniPlex Sports and Civic Center. The venue...
76th Annual National Veterans Day Parade: When and Where to Watch
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Organizers of the 76th Annual National Veterans Day Parade announced this week that this year’s parade — set to take place...
Ivey issues statewide ‘No Burn Order’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed a statewide Drought Emergency Declaration – often referred to as a “No Burn Order” – prohibiting all...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: 7 local teams preparing to kick off round 1
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The 2023 AHSAA State football playoffs are here, and we have seven local teams preparing to compete in round one.
Addison vs....
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats open season with 85-50 win over Hayden, Lady Broncos earn OT win
CULLMAN, Ala. – Basketball has returned to Bearcat Arena for another season and Cullman opened up its season with a matchup against Hayden Tuesday...
Multi-vehicle crash leaves 1 deceased; Vinemont man identified
UPDATE (9 pm): Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed the decedent as Nicholas Allen Joiner, 20, of Vinemont.
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CULLMAN, Ala. – One person was killed...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 7, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 7, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail indicted on charges of using office for personal gain
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail has been indicted by a Cullman County grand jury on 15 counts of using his office for...
See ‘Little Satchmo’ at Wallace State Nov. 9
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The second of five films in the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Films to be shown at Wallace State Community College...
‘We’re going to make it home’: Cold Springs High cuts ribbon on new gymnasium
BREMEN, Ala. – Tuesday was a special day at Cold Springs High School. After nearly two years of working and waiting, Cold Springs High...
‘We have a lot of great veterans to honor in Cullman County’
Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration salutes local veterans
VINEMONT, Ala. – Skies were clear, a pale cerulean and perfect for flight on Saturday morning, Nov....
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
WSCC Volleyball wins ACCC Championship, heading to national tournament
MOBILE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College Volleyball won their 14th conference title in 15 seasons and their 24th overall in a hard-fought battle...
Pumpkin painting to ring in the fall at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Students from grades 3-5 at East Elementary School celebrated the arrival of fall recently be decorating their own pumpkins, as part...
St. Bernard Prep students unite in spiritual display with Living Balloon Rosary
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a heartfelt demonstration of unity and faith, students at St. Bernard Preparatory School recently participated in a unique and inspiring...
ADCNR: Celebration of bats continues at Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Bats are ubiquitous during the Halloween season, but these creatures deserve celebration year-round for their contribution to our sustainable food production....
St. Bernard hosting exclusive Kansas City Barbeque Society Judging/Table Judging Classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Attention, barbecue connoisseurs and holiday shoppers! St. Bernard Preparatory School is thrilled to announce that it will be the ultimate destination...
Preparing pets for freezing temps: Indoors and outdoors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Summer feels like it was gone in the blink of an eye and Cullman locals woke up this week to frigid...
CHS seniors have Zoom meeting with Congressman Aderholt
CULLMAN, Ala. – Seniors at Cullman High School met with U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023.
Aderholt’s office issued the following...
Gold Rush Jewelers opens in new location
CULLMAN, Ala. – A local, family owned business known for its elegant jewelry and watches, Gold Rush Jewelers held a ribbon-cutting ceremony recently at...
Files from yesteryear: 1916, 1920
From the files of 1916
W. Tom Vandiver spent Monday in Birmingham.
The Honorable George Parker spent Wednesday at Brilliant.
A dance was enjoyed at the Growlers...
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...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview handles Randolph in regular season finale 41-7
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After dropping their region finale to Russellville last Friday night, the Fairview Aggies bounced back in their regular season finale at...
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,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont pulls away to top Holly Pond 40-24
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles were back home Friday night to wrap up the regular season against the rival Holly Pond Broncos and...
St. Bernard Prep Shadow Day: Discover life as a Saint!
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard is inviting interested students to experience a day in the life of a Saint through our Shadow Day program!...
