Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1932 and 1933
From the files of 1932:
Willie Willingham, Doctor J.D. Caldwell, Ealie Beard and Howard Griffin were injured, none seriously, in an auto wreck on Thursday...
365 AMERICAN JOY-GIVERS for 2021: The Elements of Style Birthday Party
The most famous “kettle hole” in America is the setting for “The Elements of Style Birthday Party.” It was formed by retreating glaciers 10,000-12,000...
Camp Liberty to host event, Rockin’ America’s Heroes, Sept. 24
BATTLEGROUND - On Sept. 24 the gates of Camp Liberty will open at 10 a.m. for an all-day event called Rockin’ America’s Heroes, a...
When the Hauks Came Marching In
CULLMAN — Being a member of the high school marching band can be lots of fun and extremely rewarding. Of course, there are also...
Under The Microscope: Bionic Pancreas Offers New Hope For Sufferers of Type 1 Diabetes
For sufferers of Type 1 Diabetes, managing their blood sugar can be a constant struggle. An endless stream of insulin injections and various medications...
An in-depth guide to local fall fun
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Fall is finally here and with it are many fun seasonal events! From craft shows to fall festivals, there are...
The Bridge: Bridging the gap for young adult ministry
This feature ran in the last issue of The Cullman Tribune's "Community Matters" magazine.
The Bridge is a ministry outreach program designed for young adults...
Files From Yesteryear: From the Files of 1930
The County Board of Education has moved into its newly remodeled building, which is one of the finest in the state.
Mrs. T.A. Smith had...
What are you thankful for?
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Tribune reached out this week to folks across the county with a simple question: “What are you thankful for?”...
The King is 80, Y’all
CULLMAN - Last Thursday many people around the world remembered and celebrated what would have been Elvis Presley’s birthday. He would have been 80 years...
Files from Yesteryear: March 29, 1928
From the files of March 29, 1928
CLASSIFIED ADS
ONE CENT A WORD ADS *
FOR SALE—Two good Horses and an automobile. Cash or terms. G. W....
Heritage Park fireworks festival goes off with a boom
CULLMAN - Desperation Church and the City of Cullman teamed up for their annual Fourth of July celebration and fireworks show at Heritage Park...
Jubilee hosting ‘Spanish Summer’ June 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jubilee Kitchen and Bar will host its summer menu launch and wine party, Spanish Summer, on Wednesday, June 17, from 4-9 p.m. Owner/Operator Katie Fine said they wanted to create an...
Dinner on First—a night to remember
CULLMAN, Ala. - Illuminated by candles and overhead string lights crisscrossing 1st Avenue in the Warehouse District, Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism (CPRST)...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Marion County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,...
Sweet Tater Festival caps off summer at Smith Lake Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - For most people, Labor Day Weekend is the official send off to summer, but in Cullman County, it is also a...
Grand re-opening celebration held at Art Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism (CPRST) on Thursday officially reopened Art Park off Main Avenue on the city’s west side....
‘Clothed in Cullman’ – a mother’s pain turned into triumph in her son’s memory
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ashley Wilson and her sister-in-law, Helen Lewis, chose the Saturday before Mother’s Day to hold their first Clothed in Cullman fundraiser...
Cullman Tractor Supply hosting Plant-A-Seed event
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tractor Supply store is inviting young gardeners to its Plant-A-Seed event for a free opportunity to learn the basics of gardening...
Cullman Community Theatre holds annual summer camp
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Community Theatre’s summer theater camp kicked off this week with Rodney Basenburg, Wayne Cook and Laura Harris.
Cook, who is the founding member...
Agriplex reception honors Jim Boyd and Dr. Tom “Big Doc” Williamson
Left to right: Jim Boyd, Dr. Tom "Big Doc" Williamson and Jim Boyd's brother, Burell Boyd
CULLMAN - You could almost feel the tangible emotions...
Baileyton seniors crown Valentine King, Queen
BAILEYTON, Ala. - A new Valentine King and Queen were crowned Thursday morning at the Baileyton Senior Center. Newlyweds Jerry and Janese Mead were...
Colon Cancer Awareness: A Few Hours of Your Life Might Just Save It
They probably could have caught this much earlier if I had gone in when I was supposed to get my colonoscopy.”
Windell Turner, Colon Cancer...
Files from Yesteryear: June 20, 1946
From the files of June 20, 1946
To and Fro
By EAGLE EYE
Cullman is expected to have a record breaking crowd attend the inauguration of James...
Journey Church: You are never alone
Journey Church was originally known by a different name, but in September 2002, with the arrival of new leadership and a renewed vision, it...
Gearing up for Bloomin’ Fest 2017
Talmadge Butler
CULLMAN - This year’s Bloomin’ Fest Arts and Crafts Fair at St. Bernard Prep School in Cullman is just in time for all...
A glimpse into Cullman Oktoberfest and Burgermeister history
As fall approaches the city of Cullman, there are several things we know to expect for certain. You can always count on autumnal treats...
Recognizing the signs of heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As we move into summer, it's only going to get hotter and more humid. If you are working or playing outside,...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Our last 2 kitties
The cat story two weeks ago ended with a sad happening. This week’s story is a sadness for me, but a happiness for some...
Colors of Cancer Day has Cullman seeing pink
Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation Executive Director Mary Dyer, surrounded by firemen
CULLMAN - Despite a chilly morning, spirits were high as the Cullman County...
Wallace State to honor military veterans at annual concert Nov. 10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts programs will present their annual Veterans Day concert on Monday, Nov. 10, at...
8 Alabama properties included in 2020 Places in Peril list
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Historical Commission and the Alabama Trust for Historic Preservation this week announced the 2020 Places in Peril, a program...
Files from Yesteryear: Aug. 1, 1929
From the files of Aug. 1, 1929
Cullman Country Club Staging Golf Tournament
The members of the Cullman Golf and Country Club have a golf tournament...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Another hearing problem
Rudene and I have lost our hearing. Both of us have high-dollar hearing aids, but on the telephone, we sometimes misunderstand what is being...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Trying to catch a donkey
Things have changed a lot since I was a young boy. Nowadays, children have many games and toys for entertainment: video games, VCRs and...
Hanceville High School pageants this weekend
Hanceville High School will host its Fair Queen Representative and Miss Enhancer Pageants this Saturday, March 14 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville High School...
Files from Yesteryear: Nov. 22, 1962
From the files of Nov. 22, 1962
Back --a-- BitFrom The TRIBUNE Files of 1922 — 1942
40 YEARS AGO
Wm. E. James was guest speaker at...
Hop on over! Several Easter events happening in Cullman this week
CULLMAN, Ala. - With Easter just a week away, Cullman has several events to celebrate that are sure to be hits with the whole...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Perry County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Catching the hummingbirds
Each summer as we were growing up, Dale and I would go out in the country and spend some time with Mama and Papa...
Relay For Life teams rolling out fundraisers in advance of May 6 event
CULLMAN - Teams participating in the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Cullman County are rolling out fundraisers in advance of the May...
Files from yesteryear: 1905, 1935
From the files of 1905
The Ladies Symphony and a number of friends met at the M.L. Robertson home on the 27th. Presenting the program...
Files from Yesteryear: 1932, 1952
From the Files of 1932:
Inez and Bertie Young spent Saturday night with their sister, Mrs. H.J. Mize.
Attending the quilting at Mrs. Henry Mobley’s on...
Budget-friendly spring family activities
What better way to spend spring days than to have quality time with your spouse or partner and your littles? The days grow longer and energize us as...
Files from Yesteryear: 1953
From the Files of 1953:
Simcoe News
Carl Peak celebrated his birthday on Sunday with a surprise birthday dinner.
Douglas Hill, of Birmingham, spent the weekend...
‘12 Angry Jurors’ opens Nov. 6
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Theatre is trading in musical numbers for high-stakes deliberation with its newest production, "12 Angry Jurors," opening Thursday,...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1954
Shaw Breaks Leg
Ronald Shaw, 16, member of the Hanceville football squad, received a broken leg in the third quarter of the Bulldogs game with...
52 ODES TO JOY: BEGIN AGAIN & AGAIN
ODE TO REINVENTING
Any given day can be a time to start over,
It just takes hard work, luck and good intention.
So,...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Russell County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,...
Irlene Mandrell wows at Welcome Back Hanceville concert
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A great crowd came out Saturday to enjoy the Welcome Back Hanceville concert featuring Irlene Mandrell and other guests. The weather...
Community Matters Q&A: Talking youth ministry with Clay Tankersley
This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.
Welcome to the second edition of the Community Matters Q&A series, highlighting local youth pastors...
Continuing the family tradition of service
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monday evening saw Michael Sullins accept the board appointment to Cullman’s Planning Commission by the Cullman City Council at their council...
Files from Yesteryear: 1933
From the Files of 1933:
June the 18th was temperance Sunday in Alabama in 1933. Let us vote to keep John Barleycorn in his grave...
The Policies of Starting Over – Putting your best foot forward
When in the process of moving forward in life, do you ever find yourself gravitating toward what you ran from in the first place?...
Senior Day at Oktoberfest to bring contests, music and new traditions Oct. 2
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County seniors are being encouraged to break out the dirndls, lederhosen and German-inspired attire as the Cullman County Commission on Aging prepares for...
A Celebration of Age and Elegance – New Ms. Senior Cullman County to be...
HANCEVILLE - The new Ms. Senior Cullman County will be crowned on Saturday, Feb. 13 at Wallace State Community College (WSCC). The annual pageant,...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt opens Thursday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The holiday season kicks off in spectacular style Thursday, Nov. 21, with the grand opening of the Cullman Christkindlmarkt at 11...
Brantley Gilbert to take stage at Rock the South in June
CULLMAN – With the announcement of the fourth installment of Rock the South to take place on June 19-20, concert promoter Shane Quick announced...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School receives flag flown over U.S. Capitol
CULLMAN, Ala. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, at the request of Nell Dunlap, had the Flag of the United States of America flown over the...
“American Pickers” to film in Alabama, looking for residents with antique collections
Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz and their team are excited to return to Alabama! They plan to film episodes of the hit series “American Pickers”...
Day in the Life: Unsheltered International
This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine in April.
Unsheltered International is a nonprofit organization that offers help and hope to the unsheltered...
‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ an entertaining, but messy conclusion to the Skywalker...
“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” returns director J.J. Abrams, and Chris Terrio joins Abrams as co-writer. Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, John Boyega and...
Files from yesteryear: from the files of 1933 and 1902
From the files of 1933:
Mrs. Charles R. Watson of Cullman announces the engagement of her daughter, Rosa, to William Oscar Dunlap. The wedding will...
Bookmarked: Cullman County Public Library design competition names winners
CULLMAN, Ala. - If you’ve visited the Cullman County Library recently, a small desk lined with hand drawn bookmarks may have caught your attention.
A...
Purchasing seeds from online “yard sale” platforms
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – When purchasing seeds in the store, there is a general trust that what is on the packet is what will...
Shedd makes surprise presentation at Fairview band event
Photo: Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview, presents Nathan Kilgo, band director and Jonathan Watwood, band booster president with a $2,000 check from the State of...
Camp Liberty postpones Freedom Fridays
BATTLEGROUND - The Freedom Fridays program at Camp Liberty was set to begin tonight, Aug. 12, but had to be postponed due to technical...
Elementary students give musical performances at Vinemont Music and Art Fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Vinemont Elementary School K - 5th grade classes gave performances at the first Vinemont Music and Art Fair on Tuesday....
52 ODES TO JOY: YOU & JOY BIRDS
ODE TO JOY BIRDS
The singing kind are such joy birds,
One rarely hears a whiner.
Chirping, tweeting, hummingbirds
Make a fine day...
Cullman High School Theatre presents “Into the Woods” April 29-May 1
CULLMAN, Ala. – After getting back into the swing of things with “Bright Star” in January, Cullman High School Theatre returns this week with...
Funny Things from Yesterday: The twins visited us yesterday
We had a very pleasant surprise yesterday. Leanna brought the twins by for a visit. We had not seen them since Christmas. This pandemic...
2022 Annual Polar Bear Plunge draws first-time divers at The Cullman Wellness and Aquatic...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center held its annual Polar Bear Plunge Saturday morning, Jan. 8. The event allows anyone willing...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
The State of Alabama owns 4,221 buildings. The appraised value of these buildings, including contents, is $36,079,850. This property is...
FAITH: ‘I want Jesus to shine through me’: Fairview’s Kailyn Redding reflects on her...
FAIRIVEW, Ala. -- Fairview High School's Kailyn Redding is starting her junior year and, in this interview, she discussed her relationship with God, starting...
Vinemont History Day offers students glimpse of the past
Brian Lacy, of the Cullman Electric Cooperative, speaks to students at Friday’s Vinemont History Day at Vinemont Elementary School. (courtesy Kim Brown)
VINEMONT - In...
Missoula Children’s Theatre returning with ‘Sleeping Beauty’; auditions Jan. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT), which has put on locally-cast shows in Cullman for more than 20 years through a partnership with...
Drive-in good time
CULLMAN, Ala. - More than 1,800 vehicles drove in Friday to Cullman’s York Farms, with concertgoers excited to see Country Music Hall of Famer...
Local heroes: ‘It’s not an obligation; it’s love’
This feature originally ran in the November 2025-January 2026 issue of Community Matters, the quarterly magazine produced by The Cullman Tribune.
For members of the...
This week in Cullman history (Jan. 24- 31)
This Week in Cullman History (Jan. 24- 31)
This week in 1951, the historic Stiefelmeyer warehouse on East Second Street was razed. The warehouse had...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930, 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...
Morning music: “I Feel for You”
Anyone know who wrote this song? No cheating! Listen and you can hear the way his other songs sound...
"I Feel for You" is a...
It’s Cold Outside But the Nightlife is Hot
CULLMAN – For years, residents of Cullman who wanted to go out at night for a few drinks and live entertainment had to travel...
High notes: Students across Cullman County make All-State, All-District bands
Updated 2-6-21 at 2:30 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Area band students were recently selected for the 2021 Alabama Bandmasters Association (ABA) All-State and All-District Honor...
‘Spring Under the Stars’ concert Tuesday at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts program is set to entertain al fresco when it presents Spring Under the Stars...
Senior Outreach Organization performs Heehaw Show at Hanceville Civic Center
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Senior Outreach Organization performed their Heehaw Show at the Hanceville Civic Center on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. The cast, directed...
Morning music: “Love Train”
As Thursdays, yesterday was one of the best. Mainly, I think, because before daylight yesterday I heard “Love Train” on the soundtrack of a...
Files from Yesteryear: April 5, 1962
From the files of April 5, 1962
To and Fro
Three Cullman artists are among those who have paintings on exhibit in the Southeast Jury Show...
Historic Downtown Hanceville
HANCEVILLE – Downtown Hanceville is truly a sight to see, there are so many buildings lining the streets that are filled with old memories....
Cullman Civic Ballet’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ this Saturday at Heritage Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - In addition to community theater and a community band, Cullman is now home to its own ballet company. Cullman Civic Ballet,...
Business spotlight: Weeds N Roots Herbals shares holistic healing locally
This feature originally ran in the November 2025-January 2026 issue of Community Matters, the quarterly magazine produced by The Cullman Tribune.
DeAnn Duke’s journey in...
Cullman County Schools breaks new ground with theater production
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – In April, more than five months of coordinated effort will culminate in a new era of theater for students of Cullman...
New Cullman drive-in theater debuts with classic Christmas films
CULLMAN, Ala. - Throwback Outdoor Cinema is a new drive-in theater that opened in Cullman the first weekend in December. Brandi and Seth Powell,...
The Alabama Garden Party Trail
The Cullman Tribune celebrated the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature, “The...
FAITH: Cullman’s Thomas Norwood talks about his faith and religious influences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman senior Thomas Norwood is very thankful to have a relationship with Jesus Christ, and that has helped him become the...
‘Outlaw gospel’: Cody McCarver set to perform in Hanceville Jan. 19
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Chart-topping Nashville recording artist Cody McCarver will return to Hanceville Jan. 19 to perform at Mt. Joy Missionary Baptist Church. The...
CHS pageant hopefuls
On Saturday, Feb. 22, Cullman High School will host the 2019-2020 Miss Southerner Pageant and the 2020 Fair Queen Representative Pageant.
Evelyn Burrow Museum opens ‘Nympheus Luminansis, Water Lilies of Light’ exhibition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College announces a new exhibition that pays tribute to the work of impressionist...
FAITH: West Point’s Emma Thrasher talks about her faith, getting baptized and religious influences
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point sophomore/upcoming junior cheerleader Emma Thrasher thanks God for the many blessings that He has brought into her life,...
‘Together in 1 House’—showcasing the musical soul of Alabama
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Civic Center is soon to host the songwriter showcase “Together in 1 House,” presented by David Vest with E320...
Veteran Memorial: Neil Wade Jones
Neil Wade Jones
Neil Wade Jones was born May 13, 1946 in Cullman County. He lived in Cullman and graduated in 1964 from Cullman High...
