Holly Pond’s Wes Rakestraw appointed interim director of Wallace State’s Oneonta campus
Wes Rakestraw
ONEONTA - Wallace State Community College this week announced the appointment of Wesley (Wes) Rakestraw, of Holly Pond, as interim director of Wallace State’s Oneonta Campus Center. He takes over the position following the retirement of Dr. Kelley Jones, who served as the...
Heroes’ Dinner honors local combat veterans; Veterans Day observances today
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday evening, Cullman took time to honor its veterans, especially those who served in combat, at its annual Heroes’ Dinner at the Cullman Civic Center.
Master of Ceremonies, Col. Ken Brown explained: “The Heroes’ Dinner is an annual event; this is...
Obituary: Richard Maurice Hudson, Jr.
Memorial services for Richard Maurice Hudson, Jr., 47, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020 at Richard’s residence, 3330 County Road 940, Cullman, AL 35057. There will be a gathering for friends and family at 12:45 p.m. at the Community...
Cullman Regional to host colon cancer awareness seminar
Dr. William E. Smith
CULLMAN - According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Early diagnosis can often lead to a complete cure of colon cancer. Cullman Regional is hosting a Colon...
‘She exemplifies the commandment, ‘Love thy neighbor as thyself’’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce bid farewell to outgoing president Leah Bolin at its annual Chamber Membership Appreciation Cookout on Wednesday. The cookout was held in the breezeway outside the Chamber of Commerce with a free lunch provided by Stone...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 25, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 25, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 22
lewd act in public; resisting arrest; CR 437
criminal mischief; Schaeffel Rd.
domestic violence; CR 1859
theft...
Obituary: Jeanette Mae Fromhold Tucker
Jeanette Mae Fromhold Tucker, 87, of Logan, Alabama passed away Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. Jeanette was born Feb. 7, 1933 to William and Clara Mae Brazil Fromhold. She was preceded in death by her parents and son Ronald Gilbert Tucker.
Jeanette was a loving mother,...
Arrests and incidents reported November 2, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 2, 2021. 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
November 1
third-degree theft of property; Tony Serra Nissan; Cherokee...
Obituary: Paul Evan Jones
Paul Evan Jones passed away from cancer Dec. 16, 2020, at home with his wife by his side.
Paul proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for 22 years, earning a multitude of the highest accolades, and retiring at the rank of Chief Warrant...
New Anchor Club at Cold Springs largest in international organization
(Left to right) Elaine Cole, president of the Pilot Club of Cullman; new Anchor Club member Treasure Tubbs; and Cold Springs High School Anchor Club Sponsor Tammy Gay pose for a photo Thursday at the charter ceremony for the school’s new Anchor Club, which...
CPD provides overnight update from Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South is rolling into its third and final day Saturday and Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta said Friday night saw more heightened incidents and activity than day one.
“Since the last update we have had nine more arrests, all adults,”...
Obituary: Jack Wayne Mitchell
A graveside service for Jack Wayne Mitchell of Hanceville, Alabama will be 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Mountain Grove Congregational Christian Cemetery. Reverend Kip Green will be officiating. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral...
Lineman injured last week in electrical accident dies
Holden Beck / Family photo
CULLMAN COUNTY - The lineman involved in a serious electrical accident last Tuesday, Aug. 22, near the community of Walter, has died, according to News Channel 9 in Chattanooga. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick confirmed the death of Holden...
Cullman welcomes Hello Sunshine Boutique
CULLMAN, Ala. – Anne Freeman and Amanda Martin have joined forces to offer unique, affordable customized boutique pieces to Cullman at Hello Sunshine Boutique. Hello Sunshine Boutique offers children and adult clothing and customizable collectibles like sublimated shirts and tumblers, special drink syrups and...
Election 2024: Tribune debates return Feb. 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tribune will resume its political debates in March. Hosted and filmed at The Tribune office, the debates will be an up-close deep dive into local candidates’ positions and opinions on a wide range of topics relating to the offices...
Obituary: Rebecca Marie “Beki” Glass
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2022, at Walter Baptist Church in Hanceville, AL, to celebrate the life of Rebecca Marie “Beki” Glass. Beki was born on July 9, 1958, and departed this life on December 17, 2022. She was...
Wallace State’s Laura Smith highlights the careers of occupational therapy practitioners for Occupational Therapy Month
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Laura Smith is an occupational therapist who teaches the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Wallace State. For Occupational Therapy Month, she explained the overlooked details of the career and shared the many ways occupational therapy helps clients. When talking about a...
Obituary: William Melvin ‘Bill’ Butler
Mr. William Melvin ‘Bill’ Butler, age 80, of Fairview, passed away on Nov. 4, 2023 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Mr. Butler was born Sep. 3, 1943, in Cullman County to William Hearchel and Ruth Smith Butler. He was married to his beloved wife...
Obituary: John “Bo” Cannie Tubbs
John "Bo" Cannie Tubbs of Bremen passed away Feb. 22, 2021 at the age of 83. He was born Aug. 6, 1937 in Cullman to William C. and Zadie Lee Belcher Tubbs.
He is preceded in death by his parents; son Danny Wayne Tubbs; and...
LifeSouth in emergency need of blood, platelet donations
CULLMAN - Due to winter weather and closures this week of offices and mobile units, LifeSouth is currently in emergency need of all blood types and also in need of platelet donors. The local LifeSouth office is located at 112 Clark Street across from...
Obituary: Jon Gary “Red” Witcher
Jon Gary "Red" Witcher of Cullman passed away Jan. 19, 2020 at the age of 72.
He was born in Cullman Jan. 24, 1947 to William Darrell and Jeanette Hodge Witcher.
Funeral services are Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020 at 2 p.m. at Moss Funeral Home Chapel...
Obituary: Clarence Boyd Layton
Memorial services for Mr. Clarence Boyd Layton, 62, of Moulton are incomplete at this time.
Boyd was born Nov. 8, 1956 and passed away at his residence Saturday, July 20, 2019.
Obituary: Mrs. Dixie Burden Baxter
Mrs. Dixie Burden Baxter, 72, of Cullman passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She was born March 23, 1947. No services are planned at this time. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester Kyle Burden and...
Obituary: Henry Cecil Williams
Memorial services for Henry Cecil Williams of Falkville, AL will be at 2 p.m. Jan. 19, 2020 at Bell Springs Cemetery.
Mr. Williams passed away Dec. 21, 2019 at Cullman Regional Hospital at the age of 80.
He was born to Grady and Nattie Sullins Williams March...
Arrest report: April 10
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 10. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Adamson, Brenda, 73
negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument
Henderson, Richard Anthony, 27
third-degree domestic violence- reckless endangerment
Kelley, Brooklyn Nicole, 36
second-degree...
Garden City approves one-time bonus, meets township deputy
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Garden City Town Council at its meeting Monday night approved a one-time $150 bonus for Town employees. It was also visited by Philip Widner, candidate for Cullman County Commission chairman, and new township deputy, Sgt. Jeff Rainwater.
Councilman Scott Arnold...
Driver indicted, arrested in deadly 2020 Cullman crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - Angelica Denise Ruffin, 38, of Huntsville, a driver involved in a deadly crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 278 and State Road 157 on June 7, 2020, was arrested over the weekend and charged with reckless murder, reckless manslaughter, and...
Arrests and incidents reported Feb. 26, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 26, 2021. 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
Feb. 21
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157;...
Vinemont woman charged with human trafficking
VINEMONT - A Vinemont woman was arrested and jailed on Friday, Sept. 1 for human trafficking. Stefanie Nichole Weaver, 23, is charged with second-degree sodomy, facilitating the travel of a child for an unlawful sex act and first-degree human trafficking.
According to a media release...
Obituary: Franklin David Wilkins
Franklin David Wilkins, age 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022. Franklin was born in Addison, Alabama on July 30, 1940, to Joel and Cloa Williams Wilkins. He is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Kathaleen McNabb.
A...
Obituary: Elsie Leonard
Elsie Leonard peacefully passed at her home on July 15, 2023. She was 85. Born Elsie Bell Patterson on Sep. 13, 1937, in Cullman, Alabama, she was the tenth of Charlie and Emma Patterson's thirteen children.
A singer from an early age, she often shared...
Obituary: Sybil Juanita Roberson
Sybil Juanita Roberson, age 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2021. Sybil was born August 27, 1938 in Cullman to Harvey Henry Jordan Sr. and Annie Mae Harris Jordan.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband: William Charles Roberson...
Obituary: Marjorie Stroud
Marjorie Stroud, 94, of Double Springs passed away Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020 at Hendrix Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born April 13, 1926 to Roy Lee and Irna-Adams Herring.
Visitation will be Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020 from noon-1 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Double Springs,...
Wallace State, Cullman Parks and Recreation join together to help Kenya Relief
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College and Cullman Parks and Recreation have teamed up to help provide nonprofit Kenya Relief with computers and smart devices for its classrooms and prevent such devices from being placed in landfills.
The Lions Share Technology Drive will be held...
Pet of the Week: Meet gentle giant Cedar
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Cedar is a fairly big dog with beautiful coloration, a Catahoula with maybe even a little Great Dane, who’s almost a year old. As big and young...
Unfortunate History for Local Teams and the Northwest Regional
HANCEVILLE - Over the last 22 years, the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) has rolled out the welcome mat for the Northwest Regional Basketball Tournament with several teams from Cullman County as part of the festivities.
But in 2016, the 23rd year of the...
Wallace State’s Cheerleaders hosting virtual tryouts for 2020-2021 season, submission deadline is May 15
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace
State’s Cheerleading tryouts for the 2020-2021 season will be submitted
virtually for the first time.
Video submissions should be sent to coach Jill
Honeycutt at jillian.honeycutt@wallacestate.edu
by Friday, May 15, at 10 a.m.
“We hoped to have tryouts on campus, but we look
forward to...
Bentley announces $28,762 for north Alabama food project
MONTGOMERY - A $28,762 grant announced by Gov. Robert Bentley will boost the production, marketing and availability of locally grown food in north Alabama.
The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission will assist the growth and expansion of the Farm Food Collaborative (Food Bank of...
Educator Joey Orr seeking Place 1 on Cullman City School Board
CULLMAN - Joey Orr is a mother of three, a teacher with 13 years of experience in the classroom and she holds a master’s degree in school administration. She is the children’s minister at Grace Chapel. Additionally, she has lived throughout the world, growing...
Walter crash claims life of Blountsville woman
WALTER COMMUNITY, Ala. - The Cullman County Coroner’s Office has released the name of the fatality in a Friday afternoon vehicle crash in the Walter Community. Danna Nicholas, 56, of Blountsville, died when her car collided with a tractor-trailer in the 31000 block of...
Defund or defend? Long, Gentry, Culpepper talk about current attitudes toward law enforcement
CULLMAN, Ala. - Life has recently become far more difficult for law enforcement officers across the country, as protest groups call for police agencies to be defunded and even dismantled, and political leaders in certain places have supported the movement. Some groups have called...
Grass fire threatening structure on Hwy 69 N
UPDATE: 2:40 p.m. Cullman Fire Rescue is reporting that the fire has been brought under control. Multiple vehicles, between 7-8, were burned, according to CFR Public Information Officer Brian Bradberry. The fire also threatened an LP tank and caught a power pole on fire.
"Our...
Obituary: Henderson Monroe Minshew
Graveside service for Henderson Monroe Minshew, age 84, of Madison, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. prior to the service at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.Cullman Heritage Funeral...
A magical birthday parade
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wizard-loving Harry Potter fans gathered safely outside the Cullman County Public Library main branch Friday evening for a celebration of Harry Potter’s birthday with an event and pedestrian parade hosted by the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC).
FPLCC...
Arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 19
unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of marijuana; CR 1527burglary; CR 1174domestic violence;...
Wallace State Releases Fall 2015 President’s and Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College in Hanceville congratulates the 749 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall 2015 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the...
Obituary: Diane Hamrick
Diane Hamrick, 65, of Hanceville, passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at her residence.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hamrick family.
Mrs. Hamrick was born Feb. 25, 1958 to Henry Lee and Sylvia Marie Nelson Turner. She was a substitute teacher for over...
Obituary: Agnes Fortner Tipton
Agnes Fortner Tipton, 89, of Holly Pond passed away Sept. 15, 2020. She was born Dec. 9, 1930 in Cullman County to John W. and Ada Cochran Fortner.
Mrs. Tipton was a member of Brooklyn Presbyterian Church.
Agnes is preceded in death by her parents John...
Ross Campbell takes seat on Vinemont Town Council
VINEMONT, Ala. – Newly appointed Vinemont Town Councilman Ross Campbell was official sworn in at the council’s meeting on Tuesday, June 11. Campbell took Place 3, which was vacated by Charlotte Cosper in April.
Campbell was appointed to the seat after a vote on Monday,...
Obituary: Mark Alan Culver
Memorial services for Mark Alan Culver, 50, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019 at East Side Baptist Church with Matt Smith officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Culver passed away Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019 at Cullman...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 27, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 27, 2024. 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
March 25
forgery-3rd degree; person; forged check
theft of property-3rd degree;...
Holly Pond pursues infrastructure improvements, declines alcohol review
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday, July 1, voted to pursue infrastructure improvements at the town ball fields, library and Finley Circle, while declining to review a proposal for alcohol sales in the town.
The council voted to order new...
Cullman County Republican Women meet; Circuit Clerk McSwain special guest
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Republican Women met this week, with Cullman County Circuit Clerk Lisa McSwain as their featured guest speaker.
McSwain, who has been in office since 2013, says she really enjoys her role and it’s an honor and privilege to serve Cullman...
Arrest report: June 13
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for June 13. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Allred, Dustyn Herndon, 23
writ of arrest- child support
Carter, Kenneth Shane, 36
third-degree domestic violence- third-degree criminal mischief
Ellis Daniel...
Attorney General Steve Marshall files suit to end Biden’s public-travel mask mandate
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for its imposition of an illegal mask mandate for public travel despite court rulings that it is violating the law.
“Since the COVID-19 pandemic began,...
Obituary: Marye Stiefelmeyer Tolbert
Marye Stiefelmeyer Tolbert, 78, formally of Cullman, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024, at her daughter’s home in San Francisco California.
Ms. Tolbert is survived by her two daughters Lisa Michelle Craig and Shanon Anne Egan; her sister, Linda Stiefelmeyer, brother George Stiefelmeyer; and...
Arrests and Incidents reported Aug. 25, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 25, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appea
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
August 24• identity theft; person• theft of property;...
Obituary: Robert Francis Duffy
Robert Francis Duffy was born in Brooklyn, NY June 18, 1936. He transitioned to Eternal Life Oct. 10, 2020 at home in Blountsville, AL.
His funeral Mass will be Friday morning, Oct. 16, 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. Burial afterwards in...
In last meeting of school year, CCBOE recognizes achievements
The Vinemont Middle School Archery Team won the county tournament, was the state runner up and placed in the top 30 out of 171 teams in national competition. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
FAIRVIEW - For its last meeting of the school year, the Cullman...
Arrest report: April 26
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 26. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Baggette, Victoria Alexis, 21
FTA- driving without a license
FTA- liability insurance required
Downs, Hershel Wayne, 58
judge’s order- first-degree theft...
WSCC hosting event for women interested in skilled trades
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career & Workforce Development will host “Empowered: Women in the Trades,” a Lunch and Learn on Thursday, June 8, at 11 a.m. The event will take place on the 12th floor of the James. C. Bailey Center on the college’s main campus...
Obituary: Deborah Gay Gillon
Funeral Service for Mrs. Deborah Gay Bahr Gillon, age 60, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at Northside Baptist Church. She will lie in state one hour prior to service. Rev. Truman Davis and Rev. Jack Collins officiating....
Wings, beer and football: Clucknbrew 2016
CULLMAN - Clucknbrew went off without a hitch Saturday, in spite of the day’s on-and-off rain and drizzle. The annual Cullman Parks and Recreation Department (CP&R) event was held downtown at Depot Park and was all about wings, craft beer and, of course, football!
Local...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 5, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 5, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
Oct. 1
robbery; CR 1092
harassment; Goodwin Road
burglary; CR 1086
trespassing; CR 1169
burglary; CR 1030
harassment; CR 1592
harassment; CR...
Obituary: Carlos Michael “Mickey” Thomas
Carlos Michael “Mickey” Thomas, age 63 of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022, at North Alabama Medical Center.
Mickey was born on Dec. 6, 1959, in Red Bay, Alabama.
A visitation will be held on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, from noon until 2 p.m....
Obituary: Edna Faye Moore
Funeral services for Edna Faye Moore, 73, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Bro. Don Froelich officiating with interment in Bethlehem West Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Moore passed away...
Service details announced for Aurora victim Josh Pinkard
A family photo of Josh Pinkard, his wife Terra and their three children (contributed)
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond native Josh Pinkard, a victim in the Feb. 15 workplace shooting in Aurora, Illinois, will be laid to rest in his home state. According to...
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 Bosom Buddies Foundation’s Colors for Cancer Day kicked off Saturday. Participants from all over the county came for the morning's...
The flu: How it’s affecting Cullman schools and what you can do to fight it
CULLMAN, Ala. – The influenza virus, more commonly known as the flu, can be rampant around this time of year. According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), since the week of Jan. 4, 2020, what the ADPH refers to as the Northern...
Domination: Alabama rolls over Kent State 48-0
TUSCALOOSA – Alabama racked up over 350 total offensive yards in first half to easily put Kent State in a deep 41-0 hole.
The Tide rolled quickly in the first quarter, taking to the ground game as Jalen Hurts rushed 20 yards for the first...
Smith Lake Becomes Giant Yard Sale
TRIMBLE – Smith Lake Park was the place to be this past Saturday as the community gathered together and held a mammoth yard sale. Attendees walked from booth to booth with their arms loaded with goodies. Whether the items being sold were just to...
Obituary: Margaret Louise Cofer
Funeral services for Margaret Louise Cofer, 82, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019 at Logan Baptist Church. She will lie in state from 1-2 p.m. prior to service. Anthony Clark and Brandon Abbott will be officiating; burial at Shedd...
Obituary: Barbara Joan Couch Hall
Barbara Joan Couch Hall passed away September 10, 2021 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's disease. Barbara was born on May 16, 1936 in Arab, Alabama. She was the youngest child of Claude and Elizabeth Couch.
Barbara was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who always...
Obituary: Buddy Franklin McLeroy
Funeral services for Buddy Franklin McLeroy are incomplete at this time.
Arrangements under the direction of Moss-Service Funeral Home, Cullman, Alabama.
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont working to ‘finish games’ in 2020
VINEMONT, Ala. – After coming up just short of a playoff berth last fall, the Vinemont Eagles are preparing to bounce back and make another run at the postseason in 2020. The Eagles are losing a lot of production from last year’s squad in...
Vinemont High team wins InSPIRESS Competition at UAH
Vinemont High School's InSPIRESS team / Photo courtesy of Shannon Bridges
VINEMONT - Vinemont High School’s InSPIRESS team won its division in the InSPIRESS Competition at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) on Dec. 15.
“The mission this year was to design a payload that...
West Elementary students help spread love of reading with donation to the Imagination Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary’s sixth graders on Thursday presented a donation to the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County. Vice President of the Friends, Oakleigh Calahan, accepted the check on behalf of the organization.
In the spirit of giving, the students raised...
Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force: The Year of the Untrafficked Child
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Children’s Policy Council of Jefferson County has declared 2019 the “Year of the Untrafficked Child” in Alabama and, during this year’s legislative session, a bipartisan effort strengthened the state’s response to the issue of human trafficking. Rep. Merika Coleman, D-Birmingham...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats ready for round 2 rematch with Chelsea
CULLMAN, Ala. – For the 20th consecutive season, the Cullman Bearcats are preparing for the second round of the state playoffs and their series with Chelsea at Bill Shelton Field will be packed with history. Before game one Friday, Cullman’s 2002 State Championship team...
Hanceville High School Math Team are Division III State Champions
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The second round of the state math tournament took place on Saturday, April 9 on UNA’s campus. Hanceville High’s math team placed 1st in Division III which is comprised of 1A-4A schools. Team members are Logan Lisle, Brady Cleek, Luke Brown,...
Making wise choices: Judges visit schools to promote good decision making
Circuit Judge Gregory Nicholas keeps a photo of a critically ill baby of a drug user, a woman who was before him in court, to remind him of the dangers of drugs and the importance of reaching kids before they make dangerous decisions. (W.C....
Obituary: Mackie Randal Prestridge, 66
UPDATED: Mackie
Randal Prestridge, 66, of Haleyville, passed away peacefully in his sleep
March 27, 2020 due to natural causes. Randal was born June 30, 1953 to Rachel
and Vernice Prestridge. He attended high school in Hamilton, Alabama and was a
faithful member of Grace Baptist Church in...
WFF’s goal: Make public fishing lakes even better
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama State Public Fishing Lakes (PFLs) program is adapting to better serve the citizens of the state who depend on these lakes for recreational angling opportunities.
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats fall to Vestavia Hills 6-3
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats were back home at Bill Shelton Field Tuesday night to host a matchup with Vestavia Hills but unfortunately for the home crowd, Cullman couldn’t get its bats going consistently and the Rebels were able to leave with a 6-3...
Fairview Council approves new signage, improvements to walking track
Fairview Mayor Keith Henry speaks to town council members during Monday night’s meeting. (Hayden Hyatt for The Cullman Tribune)
FAIRVIEW – The Fairview Town Council discussed walking track improvements and new signage, among other town business, at its meeting Monday night.
Council members approved a motion...
CHS making a splash and breaking records
Photo: Colby Hutson, who set new records in each of his events including the men's 100 IM, 50 fly and 50 back.
CULLMAN - It was easy to see why swim fans are excited for another year of Cullman High School Swimming. Tuesday marked the...
CullmanSense Acquires “The Cullman Tribune”
CULLMAN - On April 1, CullmanSense officially acquired The Cullman Tribune, Alabama’s oldest continuously published weekly newspaper. CullmanSense publishers Noah Galilee and Dustin Isom purchased the Tribune from Delton Blalock, the Tribune’s owner and publisher for the last 26 years.
Today’s issue, April 4, 2016,...
Obituary: Aleisha Danielle Bishop
Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Aleisha Danielle Bishop, 35, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Aleisha passed away Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Decatur Morgan Hospital. She was born October 7, 1985 to Larry Daniel Robinson and Leisha...
Obituary: Charlene Clark Sibley
Charlene Clark Sibley, age 87 of Haleyville, AL, passed away Friday, Nov. 4, 2022, at her residence.
Charlene was born on Jan. 9, 1935, in Winston County, Alabama. She married Billy C.D. Sibley on July 3, 1953, and was married for more than 60 years....
Publix donates almost $9K to Cullman Caring for Kids
Publix District Manager Vince Mingione (right) and Cullman Publix Store Manager Brad Boshell (left) presented this year’s annual Food for All Campaign donation to Cullman Caring for Kids Friday afternoon. This year’s campaign raised $8,970.16. Also pictured are Cullman Caring for Kids Director Javon...
ELECTION 2018: Stadthagen now only candidate on ballot for House District 9 seat
Scott Stadthagen (Courtesy of Scott Stadthagen for State Representative District 9 on Facebook)
MONTGOMERY - After Democrat Terrie Jones Savage withdrew from her race against Republican Scott Stadthagen for the Alabama House of Representatives District 9 seat two weeks ago, the Alabama Democratic Party failed...
Troopers report 8 fatalities over Thanksgiving travel period
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – As holiday travel numbers continue to reflect pre-pandemic numbers, Troopers within the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division investigated eight traffic-related fatalities while patrolling the roadways during this year’s official five-day travel period.
“I would like to offer my sincere...
Celebrating Earth Day
Earth Day, now in its 52nd year, was first observed in 1970, with an estimated 20 million people engaging in environmental festivities across the nation. Today, more than 1 billion people celebrate Earth Day. The theme for Earth Day 2022 is Invest in Our...
Obituary: Jimmy Dale Bradford
Jimmy Dale Bradford, age 82, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023. Jimmy is survived by his cousins, nieces, and nephews. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents George and Leona Bradford; brothers, T. J. Bradford, Herman Bradford, Bill Bradford...
Maresh denied youthful offender status in Osborn murder, implicated co-defendant in crime
Andrew Maresh, who was arrested for the murder of Daniel Ray Osborn II in March, on Tuesday was denied youthful offender status in the crime. (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
CULLMAN - On Tuesday afternoon, Andrew Maresh, who was arrested with Tyler Hudson in March for...
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...
Many Alabama elderly, disabled adults in need of foster care
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was celebrated June 15
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s elderly and disabled adults can often find themselves in more vulnerable circumstances and in need of special care. The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is helping by finding adult foster homes...
Colony prepares for Colony Day, seeks help for roads
COLONY, Ala. - The Colony Town Council on Tuesday evening discussed plans for its upcoming Colony Day community celebration, scheduled for the Community Center Saturday on Aug. 7, with a rain date planned for Aug. 14. According to Councilwoman Jasmine Cole, the event will...
Trials begin in 2017, 2021 homicide cases
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jury selection got underway Monday, June 24, 2024, in the trial of William Thomas Maddux, 33, of Cullman County, in the 2017 shooting death of his stepfather, and jurors heard opening arguments in the reckless homicide trial of Tyler Jacob Guthery,...
Welfare Checkup Leads to Sex Offender Arrest
BERLIN - On Friday, Feb. 18, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Nathaniel Scott Pilgrim, 24, of Berlin, a registered sex offender, for chemical endangerment of a child and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.
The arrest took place in Berlin after a welfare check...
