Young authors read published books
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Young authors, siblings John Luke and Anna Kate Allcorn, participated in their first public appearance Wednesday morning at the Hanceville Public Library. The pair, ages 7 and 11, each read one of their published short stories for the kids present at...
Peinhardt Farm Day(s) returning Oct. 15-16
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Peinhardt Living History Farm Foundation will host Peinhardt Living History Farm Day over an unprecedented two-day span this year. Peinhardt Farm Day has entertained and educated generations of north Alabamians since the 1990s. Due to COVID-19, the festival was canceled for...
Covington Casket Company distribution center coming to Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council on Thursday evening announced that Covington Casket Company will be bringing a distribution center to Hanceville. The family-owned company out of Andalusia, founded in 1924, services almost 300 funeral homes across the southeastern United States.
The Hanceville Industrial...
21 students graduate WSCC Dental Assisting program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Dental Assisting program recognized 21 students who successfully completed the one-year program, earning an Associate in Applied Science degree and entry into a new career field or a head start toward a becoming a dental hygienist.
“Two...
Arrests and incidents reported July 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 28, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
No report
Arrests
July 25
Eddy, Sandy D; 40
FTA – no seat belt
Elms, Randy L; 27
FTA – theft...
‘Bright, shiny and new’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional on Tuesday held a brief ribbon cutting for its updated emergency department. The $9.5 million expansion, which increased the ER’s capacity by 80%, includes 17 new patient rooms, three new trauma rooms, a behavioral health care area and a...
Reception for Mother Mary Rose, LIHM July 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sacred Heart of Jesus Church will hold a reception/covered dish dinner in the Family Life Center following the 5:30 p.m. Mass on Friday, July 29, in honor of Mother Mary Rose, LIHM. Those attending are asked to share a favorite side...
‘Keeping our children safe will continue to be our No. 1 priority’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) hosted a law enforcement safety event at Desperation Church Tuesday, just a couple of weeks before area students head back to school for the new year.
The event featured Phil Chalmers, a true crime writer, law...
Woman allegedly bites gas station clerk
HOLLY POND, Ala. - A woman allegedly involved in an altercation with a Marathon gas station clerk Sunday night just before 10 p.m. was arrested on unrelated outstanding warrants after her picture was shared on social media.
Tammie Leann Huskey, 28, of Somerville, allegedly bit...
Mid-week arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - Drug use, assaults, probation violations and grand jury indictments kept the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) busy the past several days.
Thursday, July 21
CCSO deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Crane Hill area.
Gregory Thornton, 33, of Lacey’s Spring, was identified as...
Congressional Baseball Game to be broadcast nationally July 28
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Mo Brooks on Wednesday announced he will start at first base for the Republicans in the Thursday, July 28, Congressional Baseball Game for Charity. The game, played at Washington Nationals Park, is an annual Washington tradition that pits Democrats against...
Cullman’s Carter Early, 7, punches ticket to Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seven-year-old Carter Early has been on the “Road to Loretta’s” since February, his mother Candi Hollis told The Tribune.
The West Elementary second grader has been selected to race in the “Olympics of motocross.” Hollis said this is the world's largest and...
Arrests and incidents reported July 27
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 27, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
7/26/22
criminal mischief – 3rd degree; Cullman Parks and Rec; Cleveland Ave. S.W;...
Carson Owens named Wallace State Lions head softball coach
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State Community College alumnus and softball assistant coach Carson Owens has been appointed head coach of the Wallace State softball team, President Vicki Karolewics announced on Wednesday.
Owens, 23, was the Lions' pitching and outfield coach during the 2022 season, in addition to...
Growing needs: City debuts plans for new multi-sports and events center
CULLMAN, Ala. –The City of Cullman on Wednesday introduced plans for its new 130,000-square-foot multi-sports and events center on Field of Miracles Drive. With an estimated annual impact of $20-$23 million for Cullman and the surrounding area, the City said, the new center will increase...
Eckenrod Ford hosts free car show for local car enthusiasts
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Eckenrod Ford dealership along Alabama Highway 157 held a “car enthusiasts” car show Sunday evening. The lot was blocked off so individuals could safely walk around the vintage cars. For this show, owners were able to drive up and park their...
Berlin celebrates ‘Sweet Grown Alabama Day’
BERLIN, Ala. - As a celebration of locally grown products and farmers’ markets, statewide nonprofit Sweet Grown Alabama hosted “Sweet Grown Alabama Day” Saturday, July 23. Six farmers markets across the state participated with special events, and one of those markets was in Berlin.
Along...
Parents and guardians reminded that childhood vaccinations are required
MONTGOMERY, Ala.- Now is the time to make sure your children are up to date on their vaccines before the start of school. Getting children all recommended vaccines is one of the most important things parents can do to help protect their kids’ health,...
City recognizes outstanding citizen – City Garage’s Rod Cook honored by Cullman City Council
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Council President Pro Tem Johnny Cook had proud news about a City employee at Monday’s council meeting. City Garage employee Rod Cook was lauded for his good citizenship when, on Saturday, he encountered an 18-year-old Frenchman who was new...
Arrests and incidents reported July 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 26, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
None
Arrests
July 25
Fitzgerald II, Alan R; 42
FTA – reckless endangerment FTA – possession of...
DA-Elect Crocker announces transition team
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County District Attorney Elect Champ Crocker on Tuesday announced the formation of his transition team.
Below is Crocker’s announcement, in full:
Today I am announcing the formation of my transition team who will assist me and make recommendations in preparation for my...
‘Be kind to people’: Reagan Aaron remembers her playing days at Meek
ARLEY, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Meek basketball and softball player, Reagan Aaron. Reagan made plenty of memories both on and off the court at Meek and took a few moments to recap some of them.
"My two favorite basketball memories...
‘We Got the Beat’
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Bronco Band finished its two-week fundamentals camp Friday and will start perfecting its halftime performance this week. In its second season under director Steven Porter, the band has 26 band members.
"Camp's going well so far. We're having...
See ‘Peter and the Wolf’ July 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - "Peter and the Wolf" is a fun, brief story ballet for all ages. In fact, in the Friday, July 29, one-night-only Cullman production this week, the youngest performer is 6 years old and the oldest is 70. Sometimes called a "symphonic...
Magnificent artwork and superior hospitality
CULLMAN, Ala. – Leldon Maxcy opened the doors of his specialty gift shop to local art aficionados Friday night and introduced several artists who are featured in his store, Leldon’s. The evening was also the debut of Leldon’s bigger showroom, which has almost double...
2nd Ave. NE expected to reopen to traffic in matter of weeks
CULLMAN, Ala. - After many months of rerouted traffic, the portion of Second Avenue NE that runs along Depot Park and in front of the Cullman Police Department is expected to be “open near the beginning of August, and ‘substantial completion’ should be near...
Good Hope’s City Council renames portion of Calvert Road to James Calvert Road
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second July meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved a resolution to rename one of the city’s roads. The Council approved Resolution No. 015-2022 which renames the portion of Calvert Road...
Arrests and incidents reported July 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 21
domestic violence; Co. Rd. 463 menacing; Co. Rd. 520 domestic violence, menacing; Co. Rd. 1568 violation of...
Good Hope Raider Band kicks off fall prep with new director
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope Raider Band is under new direction this year. Joshua Anderson, who graduated in May from Jacksonville State University with a degree in music education and was a graduate teaching assistant for the JSU band program, has taken...
Big screen, popcorn and auditorium of eager elders – Cullman County Commission on Aging holds first senior movie day
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman area golden agers, with fresh popcorn in hand, chattered with anticipation before viewing “Big Fish” at Daystar Church Thursday. All seniors were invited, and the event was attended by senior centers throughout the county. Residents from assisted living facilities were...
4 local UA students participate in summer 2022 Cooperative Education Program
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - This summer, 165 University of Alabama students are receiving hands-on, innovative and advanced educational experiences with dozens of companies and organizations across the United States through UA's Cooperative Education Program.
In the Cooperative Education Program, students alternate periods of full-time study with...
‘Keep God above everything else’: Nikki Tyree remembers her West Point years
WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former West Point softball standout, Nikki Tyree. Nikki had a lot of memories from her school years to discuss and she made plenty of them both on and off the field.
"My favorite sports memories...
Library celebrating Harry Potter’s birthday July 29
Birthday Party Friday, July 29, at 10 a.m. for all book lovers. The party was first held in 2019 and not held again until 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Assistant Director Josie Harrington said, “During the pandemic we did a Harry Potter birthday parade...
Cullman Florist spreads smiles, bouquets
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Florist on Wednesday packed its vans full of more than 400 smiling mugs of vibrant plants, along with staff members eager to spread even more smiles to well-deserving police and fire personnel throughout Cullman.
In its fifth year participating in Teleflora’s...
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – A big crowd of local family members, friends, former players, teammates and coaches gathered at Stone Bridge Farms Saturday night to honor the newest class of Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inductees. The Class of 2022 included Robin Cummings, Emory...
Plane lands on Smith Lake near Crane Creek
CULLMAN COUNTY – On Saturday, July 23, Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division responded to marine-related incident involving a small plane on Smith Lake. A single-plane executed a hard-landing on Smith Lake near Crane Creek, in Cullman County.
During the course...
Two taken to area hospitals following ATV accident at Stony Lonesome
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to Cullman County Sheriff's Office Director of Communications Deputy Chad Whaley, “There was an ATV accident at the park. We did assist, but medical was in charge at the scene.”
Whaley stated while he doesn’t have full patient information, he did...
‘Happiness on a stick’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jay and Kristy Keiffer, owners of Frios Gourmet Pops in Cullman, opened their franchise at 112 Clark St. NE in 2019. They have since become well-known, active members of the community. When they go out, they said, Jay Keiffer is often...
Dog attacks police officer; Hanceville woman arrested
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A police officer was injured, and a Hanceville woman arrested after her dog attacked the officer.
Officers with the Hanceville Police Department responded to a call about a vicious dog near the 500 block of County Road 540 Wednesday evening around 7.
According...
Waiting is the hardest part – Sen. Garlan Gudger, Cullman County Commission make case for additional manpower at Cullman Driver License Examiners Office
CULLMAN, Ala. - The dread that fills the hearts of most residents as they trudge down the stairwell to the Driver License Examiners Office in the Cullman County Courthouse basement is well known. Most people have stories of the often hours spent in line...
Cullman Regional recognized nationally for quality care
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional’s continuous improvement initiatives have earned attention and awards from national institutions such as U.S. News & World Report and the American Heart Association. The hospital recently earned recognitions as well as multiple performance and compliance rankings well above national...
West Point Warrior Band welcomes 43 rookies
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point High School Warrior Band kicked off band camp recently to get ready for the upcoming fall marching season. Auxiliary members have already learned their routines for the halftime show, and the instrumentalists have a couple weeks of...
Holly Pond firefighters hosting ‘Day in the Park’ July 30
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Volunteer Fire Department and the Town of Holly Pond will host the inaugural Day in the Park at Governors Park Saturday, July 30, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Fire Chief Mike Harrison explained, “The idea for the Day...
Secretary of State’s Office updates PAC filing guidelines
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - In recent months, the Secretary of State’s Office has received several questions relating to the campaign finance reporting requirements for federal Political Action Committees (PACs) that influence elections for state or local offices in Alabama.Working in conjunction with the Alabama Ethics...
Guide to Alabama’s venomous snakes
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Summertime is in full throttle, and outdoor enthusiasts are being extra cautious because of snakes. Most native Alabama snake species are not venomous. However, there are several toxic species that you need to be able to identify.
Venomous snakes in Alabama
According...
Arrests and incidents reported July 22
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No report
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
July 20
unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; Pine Hill Dr. N.W.
July 21
counterfeit...
Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest opens Aug. 2
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest will begin accepting entries Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022. This year’s contest is a joint project between the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) and the Alabama Tourism Department. The deadline to enter is...
Local Troy University students study abroad
TROY, Ala. - More than 175 Troy University students studied around the world during the spring and summer semesters in 2022. Students studied in various programs on four continents in nearly 20 different countries to earn academic credit as well gain international awareness.
Cullman-area students...
‘Every game matters’: Good Hope’s Addie Stripling ready for senior season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The 2021 season was a special one for the Good Hope Lady Raider volleyball. Good Hope put together a run to the state tournament for the first time since 2009 and one of this year's seniors, Addie Stripling, feels blessed...
‘We’ve got to go back to what small communities used to be’
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont Schools will host their annual back-to-school event, the second annual Freedom Fest, on school grounds Friday, Aug. 5 from 5-8 p.m. The free event will include food, school supplies, inflatables, face painting, games, live music and a car show. Teachers,...
Alabama DHR increases bonuses for childcare workers
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) announced plans Monday to double the bonuses that childcare workers can receive from Child Care Workforce Stabilization grants.
DHR will increase the bonuses to $3,000 for full-time employees and $1,500 for part-time staff for all...
CCSO drug roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple drug-related arrests this week in unrelated incidents across the county.
On July 18, deputies responded to a report of domestic violence in the Johnson’s Crossing area.
William Checkon, 79, of Hanceville, allegedly left the scene...
Arrests and incidents reported July 21
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 21, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 18
domestic violence; Co. Rd. 1123 assault; 2nd Ave. S.W. resisting arrest; Hwy 31 unlawful possession of controlled...
Holly Pond seniors getting creative
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond High School seniors have something special planned before the beginning of the school year. Aug. 1-2, they will personalize their parking spaces by painting them.
Principal Janet Turner talked about how the idea came about, and said she is...
WSCC ATHLETICS: 2 teams, 42 student-athletes recognized for NJCAA academic achievements
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A pair of Wallace State Community College teams and 42 student-athletes have earned National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) academic recognition for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Wallace State’s women’s volleyball team achieved a 3.88 GPA, compiling the second-best mark among their volleyball national counterparts...
Children’s production of ‘Junie B. Jones the Musical Jr.’ set for this fall
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Community Theatre will stage a production of “Junie B. Jones the Musical Jr.” in September, and the group is holding auditions for kids ages 8-15 Friday and Saturday, July 29-30. The auditions will take place from 9 a.m.-noon at The...
Rock the South 2022 update
CULLMAN, Ala. - Shane Quick, founder of Cullman’s premier music event Rock the South (RTS), has lived and learned with each of the festival’s passing years, seeking to improve the “Biggest Party in the South” with the experience gained through the successes and the...
County schools open houses set for Aug. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette announced at the last meeting of the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) that the district’s open houses will be held Monday, Aug. 8 from 4-7 p.m. The first day of school for students...
Smith steps down as Chamber President
The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce has had unprecedented growth and success over the last three years under the leadership of Peggy Smith. Over the last twelve months the Chamber has been working collectively with Peggy to develop a succession plan for continuing the...
‘Always be a good role model’: Vinemont’s Berkley Gable preparing for senior season
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Lady Eagles fielded young softball and basketball teams last season and after dealing with some growing pains, one Lady Eagles standout is looking forward to building on that experience this year. Berkley Gable, along with a young, talented basketball...
Tips for severe weather prep
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabamians are no strangers to severe weather. Still, it helps to remind oneself of the basics of storm preparation once in a while.
Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Tim Sartin said it’s important to be ready before bad weather comes...
Arrests and incidents reported July 20
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 20, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
July 15
burglary – 3rd degree, criminal mischief – 3rd...
Christmas in July: Elks Lodge, Jack Aces team up for annual toy run
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Elks Lodge teamed up with the Jack Aces motorcycle club once again to host the groups’ annual Christmas in July Toy Run Saturday morning. The event, which benefits local nonprofit Curt’s Christmas (formerly Christmas Love), saw dozens of bikers...
‘Play with every piece of your heart’: Kaitlyn Benson looks back on her Aggie years
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview softball player Kaitlyn Benson. Kaitlyn made a lot of special memories in her Aggie years, both on and off the field.
"I have so many great memories playing softball. I have always enjoyed the times...
Handmade craftsmanship on display
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Flat Rock Church on Sunday, July 31 will host a special quilt show, showcasing the work of 92-year-old Bertha Mae Waldrep of Crane Hill and others. The show will begin at 2 p.m. and feature 21 of Waldrep’s handmade treasures....
Hanceville City Council honors Joshua Foran for life well lived
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at its last meeting celebrated resident Josh Foran for a job well done. Mayor Kenneth Nail issued a proclamation honoring Foran for a well-lived life and congratulating him for winning The HISTORY Channel’s competition show “Forged in...
Cannabis coming to Cullman?
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday evening approved Resolution 2022-61, authorizing the operation of medical cannabis dispensing sites within unincorporated areas of the county.
Joey Robertson from Wagon Trail Hemp Farm near Dodge City plans to move forward with applying to be...
BLS Health Care Provider certification class offered at Bethsadia VFD July 23
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bethsadia Volunteer Fire Department on Saturday, July 23 will provide a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification class. The class will start at 8 a.m. at the station located at 454 County Road 804 in Cullman. The class is designed with...
‘I hope to bring energy and positivity’: Maci Brown settling in with new team at Cold Springs
BREMEN, Ala. -- Moving to a new school can be a difficult challenge for anyone but for junior Maci Brown, who moved from Cullman to Cold Springs back in February, has already started getting comfortable with her new teammates this summer. Maci will always...
Pet of the Week: Sophie – She’s your brown-eyed girl!
ULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Sophie!
Freckled-faced, brown-eyed girl, Sophie is a 1-1.5-year-old Anatolian/hound mix. Her breeds are known to be loyal, reserved and watchful over their people, and...
988 the new 911 for mental health crises
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama and the rest of the nation on Saturday went live with the 988 telephone number specific for mental health emergencies such as suicidal ideation or any other mental health crisis. This 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is not specific to...
City Board of Education prepares for upcoming school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education on Thursday morning voted unanimously to suspend Cullman High School (CHS) instructor Ken Gleaton for 10 days without pay, per Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff’s recommendation. The suspension stemmed from an alleged verbal altercation between Gleaton and...
Arrests and incidents reported July 18
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 18, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 14
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Co. Rd. 30 harassment; 2nd St, Garden City theft of property;...
‘Alabama is in desperate need of families to care for these children’
CULLMAN, Ala. – A 10-week foster parent training course will be held at Northbrook Baptist Church in Cullman starting Sunday, Aug. 14. Sessions will be every Sunday from 2-5 p.m. The free course, provided by Alabama Baptist Children’s Homes & Family Ministries (ABCH), will...
Initial case of monkeypox reported in Alabama
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) and Mobile County Health Department (MCHD) have identified the first case of monkeypox virus infection in Alabama. Both organizations remain on alert for additional cases.
The patient’s specimen was tested by the ADPH Bureau of Clinical Laboratories (BCL),...
‘Make the most of your time’: Adam Cooper discusses his time at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to one of Hanceville's standouts on the baseball field, Adam Cooper. Cooper made a lot of great memories on and off the field during his Bulldog years.
"My favorite memory while playing at Hanceville would definitely have...
Files from yesterday: 1937
From The Files Of 1937:
Marriages:
August 26
S.S. Abbott, 59, to Mollie Murray, 50
August 27
Otice L. Jones, 20, to Sarah Tankersley, 21
August 28
Meredith McKleroy, 18, to Clara Pettus, 16
Lemmuel M. Brock, 67, to Anna Harben, 59
Bernice B. Calvert, 24, to Pernell Blalock, 16
August 29
Roy D. Booth,...
Want to volunteer at Hope Horses?
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc., dedicated to providing therapeutic riding lessons for children and adults with physical, cognitive, social and emotional needs, is looking for volunteers. It will host a volunteer information session at its facility at 1301 Convent Road NE...
WSCC Computer Science Department designated National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Computer Science Department has received designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense.
Terry Ayers, Wallace State’s Computer Science chairperson, and program instructor Gregory Knight accepted the award recently on the department’s behalf at the National Initiative for Cybersecurity...
United Way of Cullman County announces gas card program
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County recently launched a referral-based gas card program to help residents who need assistance get the services they need from local nonprofits and ministries.
“The idea of this program is for us to help those without the...
‘There’s so much to learn from an animal’
VINEMONT, Ala. - Snead’s Farmhouse in Vinemont will hold its first summer camp for kids ages 6 and older July 25-30, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. each day. Owner Judy Snead and her family will teach campers about the animals on the farm, how they...
WSCC Culinary Arts welcomes Pate, ADAI
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College (WSCC) Culinary Arts students on Thursday welcomed Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture of Industries Rick Pate and representatives from the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) to campus for a lunch prepared with locally sourced products to...
More than 150 runners participate in 9th annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Bernard’s campus was full of friends, family, former teammates and other supporters Saturday morning as more than 150 runners came out to participate in the ninth annual Nicholas Fillinger Memorial Run. The annual event celebrating and remembering the life of...
Now that’s a big bowl!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Representatives from Spohn Ranch Skateparks, the Los Angeles-based skatepark design firm, arrived in Cullman this week to begin their leg of the construction on the city’s newest park. Following lead project designer Adam Eichorn’s tailormade-to-Cullman blueprints, the construction team, led by...
Jason Simpson joining WVTM 13 weather team
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Jason Simpson joins the WVTM 13 News team as a meteorologist, the station announced Friday. Simpson will appear on WVTM 13 News weekday evenings at 6 and 10.
“We are excited about the opportunity to bring home a seasoned meteorologist who has...
Box fans, space heaters sought for area seniors
CULLMAN, Ala. - In response to many requests from area senior citizens during the hot summer months, the Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) is seeking the public’s help providing box fans for its homebound participants and other elders throughout the county.
“Cullman County Commission...
‘I just want to soak it all in’: Cullman’s Ryan Skinner looking forward to senior season
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Bearcats had put together another good season in 2021, going 7-3 in the regular season, before falling to Jackson-Olin in the first round of the playoffs. After losing a lot of seniors to graduation in May, Bearcats quarterback Ryan...
Cullman City Schools students set high bar with 2022 English Language Arts ACAP results
CULLMAN, Ala. - More than 80% of second and third graders in Cullman City Schools tested proficient or above in the 2022 English Language Arts ACAP standardized assessment. The results from the 2022 administration of the Alabama Comprehensive Assessment Program in English Language Arts for...
Arrests and incidents reported July 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 15, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
July 12
criminal mischief – 3rd degree; City of Cullman;...
‘Always believe in yourself’: Allie Sartin looks back on her Good Hope days
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to one of Good Hope's former cheer captains, Allie Sartin. Allie made a lot of great friends and had plenty of great stories from her time at Good Hope.
"Some of my favorite cheerleading memories that...
Hanceville pool reopens after unexpected closure
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The community swimming pool at Hanceville’s C.W. Day Park is open again following its abrupt closure just prior to the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The untimely malfunctioning of one of the pool’s pumps was remedied and the water is clear...
Shrine hires lay director of administration
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament at Our Lady of the Angels Monastery is pleased to welcome Bill Brown as its new director of administration. A man of faith with extensive management experience, Brown brings personable wisdom to this leadership...
Leldon’s presents 2nd annual Art in the Warehouse District next Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local artisan shop Leldon's will host the second annual Art in the Warehouse District showcase Friday, July 22 from 4-8 p.m.
Artists will be on hand to show off their work, and food and drinks will be served. Attendees can peruse the...
Increased fuel costs impacting local farming industry
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman farmers are an integral population who make Cullman what it is today. Local crops and livestock are second to none and their upstanding reputations have been touted for well over a hundred years.
That reality is becoming more difficult to sustain...
Arrests and incidents reported July 14
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
July 11
assault; Beech Ave. S.E. littering; Co. Rd. 657 criminal mischief; US Hwy 31 theft of property; Hwy...
Vinemont council talks community projects
VINEMONT, Ala. - At its regular meeting Tuesday evening, the Vinemont Town Council discussed community projects, including the development of an art park at the South Vinemont Trail.
The council said Vinemont Welding & Fabrication gave a quote of $3,400 to manufacture metal jungle animals...
City teacher pay raises approved by school board
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education approved a $1 million investment to its employees at a board meeting on Thursday morning, which will be dispersed in 2%-15% wage increases. This will be in addition to the statewide pay raise issued by the State...
‘Just be yourself’: Tucker Gambrill recaps his Bearcat years
CULLMAN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to one of the newest Cullman basketball greats, Tucker Gambrill. Tucker will continue his academic and athletic career at UAB in the fall, but he made a lot of memories during his time at Cullman that he...
Pet of the Week: Ernie – he’s all ears!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Volunteer Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Ernie!
Sweet Ernie, according to Ruttkay, is a 1-1.5-year-old terrier mix with low to medium energy. The handsome boy is well behaved on his...
Cullman Lions welcome veteran Sean Schofield
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Lions Club on Monday evening welcomed special guest speaker Sean Schofield, a local veteran who volunteered to assist Ukraine in its war with Russia.
Club President Milford Parrish introduced the Cullman County VFW’s Ken Brown, who thanked the group for...
