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    T.J. Maxx re-opens, donates $10K to Victim Services

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    Eager shoppers lined up outside T.J. Maxx early Sunday morning for the store’s grand re-opening. The store had been closed since the March 19 hailstorm. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune) CULLMAN - It’s been almost four months since the March 19 hailstorm shuttered businesses in...

    Industrial instrument manufacturer Met-South announces relocation to Hanceville, cites WSCC as key factor

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    State and local officials look on as Cathy and Don Jesse announce Met-South’s relocation to Hanceville. HANCEVILLE - At a special event Tuesday morning, industrial instrument and gauge maker Met-South announced that it will relocate its manufacturing operations to a new facility to be built...

    Chamber offering seminar as ridesharing service Lyft expands to Cullman area

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    Image courtesy of Lyft CULLMAN - Catching a lift is about to get a whole lot easier in the Cullman area. Months after Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s signing of statewide ridesharing legislation, Lyft is preparing to expand to Cullman County. One of the nation’s most popular...

    Chambers Farm & Garden Supply opens at new location

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    Tim Chambers and family opened the Chambers Farm & Garden Supply store in its new location on Wednesday, July 5. /  Chambers Farm & Garden Supply on Facebook CULLMAN - Since 1944, one family has provided Cullman residents with essentials for farming: from animal feed...

    Healing the mind, body and soul: Manifest Yoga and Wellness holds grand opening

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Perhaps you’ve noticed the changes to the little cinderblock building just south of Handy TV and Aaron’s Rentals on Hwy 31 recently. Previously a nondescript white building housing various businesses over the years, the spot has undergone a recent transformation. Now hand...

    Hank’s Sports Bar officially opens at Rumors Deli location

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s newest watering hole, Hank’s Sports Bar, located in the Rumors Deli location, is officially open for business after holding a successful soft opening for members of the Cullman Chamber of Commerce Monday night. Attendees enjoyed menu items, including smash burgers,...

    Ledger’s at Stone Bridge Farms to open Nov. 12

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Ron Foust, CEO of Stone Bridge Farms, recently announced the opening of Ledger's Restaurant and The Galley. Ledger’s grand opening will be Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. Ledger’s is situated within Stone Bridge Farms’ 136-acre estate. Designed to complement the venue’s...

    Gold Rush Jewelers opens in new location

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – A local, family owned business known for its elegant jewelry and watches, Gold Rush Jewelers held a ribbon-cutting ceremony recently at its new location.   The jewelry store has been in business since 1982 and is owned by Cullman’s Dwight and Ann...

    On the importance of buying local: Oktoberfest vendors respond

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    Photo: Small businesswoman Glenda Jones CULLMAN - Author of “Saving Capitalism,” co-creator of the film “Inequality for All,” and former United States Sec. of Labor (1993 to 1997) Robert B. Reich notes that consumers are the true job creators. This rings true for many local...

    The Hutch Restaurant reopens in Fairview

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    Hutch employees, family and friends gathered for a ribbon cutting Friday evening. (Maggie Darnell for The Cullman Tribune) FAIRVIEW - Under new ownership and after renovations, The Hutch Restaurant in Fairview has now re-opened. A grand re-opening celebration took place Friday evening. Said Josiah Daily, who...

    YPCullman- New Group for Cullman’s Young Professionals

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    We will begin with quarterly socials. Over time, we hope this will evolve into community awareness and concern, committee involvement, entrepreneurial roundtables and eventually leadership roles.” Leah Bolin, Chamber president   CULLMAN - Young professionals in Cullman will soon have a new organization. On Thursday, March 17...

    Business spotlight: Alabama Distillery Co.

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    Updated March 15, 2024, at 7:16 p.m. GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Stash House in Good Hope is a bustling food joint with live music and a kicked-back feel. Owner Patrick “Kat Daddy” Watson talked about his newest on-site endeavor, the Alabama Distillery Co., now...

    Former Catoma Mart owners open The Tan Shack

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    Left to right: Real Estate Agent Sadie Black, Danny Freeman and Angela Freeman CULLMAN - The Tan Shack is a new business in town. Located at 1618 Second Ave. SW, the business is enjoying its first weeks of business; however, the entrepreneurs behind the success...

    Ruby Tuesday, Inc. to shut down 95 company-owned restaurants by September

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    UPDATED Aug. 12, 2:42 p.m. Ruby Tuesday Inc., through its public relations firm, has just given us the following statement: “Our Fresh Start Initiative is designed to improve our financial profitability and ultimately create a stronger Ruby Tuesday for the future. While the decision to...

    For the record…A new spin on Hanceville business

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    The Tribune is highlighting small businesses around Cullman County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Know of one we should feature? Email christy@cullmantribune.com. HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville’s Neal Watts has always been a huge music fan. He’s turned that love of music into a great retirement pastime...

    Cullman Regional opening new location in NW Cullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Construction is set to begin soon on a new, 7,415-square-foot medical office building at the corner of U.S. Highway 31 and Loring Street Northwest. Cullman Regional Medical Group, the hospital’s employed physician and provider team, will open a second location for...

    Bama win means big business for local print shop

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    Hanceville’s Creative Design worked into the wee hours after Monday night’s College Football National Championship game, printing 15,000 Alabama T-shirts. / Nick Griffin HANCEVILLE - National championship games almost always mean busy nights for the crew of about 30 at Creative Design, and 2018 started...

    Ivey announces BAE Systems to create ‘hundreds of new jobs’ in Huntsville expansion

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    LONDON – Gov. Kay Ivey welcomed plans by global defense contractor BAE Systems to launch a major expansion that will create a substantial number of jobs and add new capabilities at its operations in Huntsville. In an announcement coinciding with the start of the Farnborough...

    ‘Pops for a purpose’: Frios open in downtown Cullman

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    Frios Gourmet Pops Owner Kristy Keiffer, right, and an employee hold a sign for the new shop Friday. (Andrew Cryer for The Tribune) CULLMAN - Few things are greater than a delicious, frozen treat on a summer day in Alabama—and none were found as local...

    Gov. Ivey awards Community Development Block Grant to extend sewer service for new business in Good Hope

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    MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $200,000 Community Development Block Grant to the city of Good Hope to assist in extending sewer service to a new business that will create 25 jobs. The city will use grant funds to extend sewer service to AGCOR...

    Gov. Bentley awards $100,000 grant for new Sequence Health facility in Cullman

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    CULLMAN - The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) announced today that Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) in the amount of $100,000 to help bring new health-care-related jobs to Cullman.     The grant will help the city prepare...

    Dig it! Heavy equipment challenge sponsored by Thompson, Caterpillar

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    Updated 7-21-19 1 p.m. DODGE CITY, Ala. - More than 70 participants competed Thursday in Thompson Tractor’s Operator Challenge in Dodge City, just off Exit 299 in front of My Way Trucking. The Hanceville Challenge (named by the organizers) was the first of two qualifying...

    Business Note: Corey Williams joins Citizens Bank & Trust as senior lender

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    Citizens Bank & Trust is pleased to announce its recent hire of Corey Williams, who joins the Citizens team as senior lender and executive vice president of the bank. Williams will work out of the headquarters office in Guntersville and will lead the bank’s...

    It’s business license renewal time

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    CULLMAN - It's time for Cullman County business to renew their licenses, and they can do so during the month of October at the Cullman County Courthouse in the Probate Office. Most business licenses may also be purchased at the Probate Office’s three satellite offices:...

    Get to know La Michoacanita

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    The Tribune is highlighting small businesses around Cullman County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Know of one we should feature? Email christy@cullmantribune.com. CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman has some great options for beating the heat this summer. For those looking for something a little different, La Michoacanita...

    “The Barbecue State”

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    CULLMAN – Johnny’s Barbecue has been in business for more than 52 years serving smoky barbecue to the masses. They are known for their friendly service, huge potatoes, and award winning barbecue. It is for these reasons and more that you can find their...

    Cullman Savings Bank supports, highlights local businesses with new program

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The COVID-19 shutdown has adversely affected businesses across the country, and Cullman is certainly no exception. From outright closures to social distancing cutbacks, many local businesses have felt the impact. Cullman Savings Bank (CSB) hopes to “flatten the curve” of economic...

    Cullman’s “Mr. Smith Lake,” Justin Dyar, to be Featured on HGTV in April

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    CULLMAN - Be sure to set your DVR or be watching HGTV on Sunday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. or Monday, April 25 at 2:30 p.m. for an episode of “Lakefront Bargain Hunt” which will feature our very own Smith Lake as a family...

    Profile: Dodge City Collision Center

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    The Tribune is highlighting small businesses around Cullman County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Know of one we should feature? Email maggie@cullmantribune.com. DODGE CITY, Ala. – Dodge City Collision Center, LLC, in business since 2008, is owned and operated by Joe and Lynne Dollar. The business...

    The Busy Bee Café celebrates four years of post-tornado business

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    Photo shows Busy Bee Cafe Owner Kitty Spears and her son Kyle.   CULLMAN - Saturday morning on April 30 finds the Busy Bee Café filled to the brim with breakfast patrons at each table, booth and counter seat. Short stacks of pancakes along with platters...

    Good Hope City Council honors Good Hope High fishing team

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    I am very proud of these boys and girls. They competed well this year; learned from their mistakes.” Coach Jeff Sandlin   GOOD HOPE - A regular Good Hope City Council meeting was held on Monday night, and the stars of the show were the members of...

    Inside Technology Village Cullman with newly-named Director, John Wessel

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    Director John Wessel in the Technology Village Cullman office (W.C. Mann for The Tribune) CULLMAN - On Monday evening, the Cullman City Council took a major step toward the full operation of Technology Village Cullman (TVC), approving the hiring of John Wessel as director.  On...

    412 Public House owners expand with Seasoned Catering Co.

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was officially cut Wednesday at Seasoned Catering Co., a new catering service from the owners of the popular 412 Public House. Located in what was Top of the Town on the top floor of the Cullman Savings Bank building...

    TP Country Club: Cullman’s Best Kept Secret

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    CULLMAN – Imagine long rolling hills and soft green grass, now add shady trees dotting throughout that same land and ponds of all shapes and sizes lay sprawled amongst the area. Built high upon one of the hills is a place where people can...

    What Time Is It? Tax Time

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    CULLMAN – Someone once said that the only two things you must do in this life is die and pay taxes. If you are expecting a big return, you may be reveling in the notion of getting that sweet check, but for many, this...

    Cullman welcomes Champion Sports Medicine with official ribbon cutting

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    Cullman Center Manager Lisa Armstrong and property owner/developer Roy Drinkard CULLMAN - On Wednesday morning the Cullman Chamber of Commerce, along with Mayor Woody Jacobs and developer Roy Drinkard, held a ribbon cutting to welcome statewide healthcare provider Champion Sports Medicine to its new franchise...

    Former employee now New Owner of Cutie Patooties

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    CULLMAN - There are some stores in Cullman that are old favorites. Establishments that have been around for years and everyone knows the place you are referring to when you bring up the name. Cutie Patooties, is one such place, and after years of business...

    2016 JASA annual meeting: local companies recognized for achievements

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    Topre America accepts the plaque at the Japan America Society of Alabama annual dinner May 19 for the $8.5 million expansion at the Cullman facility during 2015. Pictured are, from left, JASA First Vice President Forrest Keith of Daiken America, Topre Director of Manufacturing...

    Huntsville developer makes move into Cullman with South Plaza project

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    Artist’s conception of South Plaza shopping center   CULLMAN - Samples Properties is a real estate development company that has enjoyed success in the Huntsville area, specializing in office, retail and warehouse space.  Now, they’ve decided to make their very first venture outside Madison County, and...

    Community Luncheon welcomes Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kalloff and Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette as guest speakers for August meeting

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Chamber of Commerce Community Luncheon returned to Stonebridge Farms on Thursday, and guest speakers Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff and Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnett took the stage to discuss the great things happening within the school systems...

    More than meets the eye: The Man Cave Market is a nursery, and so much more

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - For years, twin brothers Pat and Chris Thompson would kick back after a long day making flower deliveries to florists around Alabama, crack open beers and share their ideas and dreams with each other. Like so many small business owners, the...

    Shrimp Basket open for business

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Shrimp Basket celebrated its grand opening Wednesday and seafood lovers came out in droves to take part. Located at 716 Second Ave. NW (U.S. Highway 31), the new restaurant offers fresh Gulf seafood, a full bar, pet-friendly indoor/outdoor patio seating...

    Cullman County-based HomTex expanding to Selma; more than 300 jobs to be created

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday announced that HomTex Inc. received $10,572,100 in Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) funds to expand operations to Selma to develop Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). HomTex is a family-owned and certified minority-owned business...

    Tim’s Produce: Business ‘unusual good’ during pandemic

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    JOPPA, Ala. – While many consumers are staying away from bigger chain stores during the pandemic, you can still find produce from local sellers and farmers, one seller being Tim Kelsoe, owner of Tim’s Produce in Joppa. Tim’s Produce is located along Alabama Highway...

    Hurricane hero bringing business to Warehouse District

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    Be Blessed Boutique will be located inside Bella Faire Day Spa and Salon. / W.C. Mann CULLMAN - Many Cullman area folks know Rhonda Hagemore as an agent with Keller Williams Realty.  Folks in Dodge City know her work with the Dodge City Volunteer Fire...

    Cullman chosen by University of Alabama as site of new ‘Technology Village’

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    Community leaders pose for a photograph in front of the Technology Village after Wednesday’s announcement./ W.C. Mann CULLMAN - Cullman is serious about fostering new business, and others in the state are taking notice…and action. On Wednesday afternoon, representatives of the City of Cullman and...

    County Commission meets- General Dynamics tax abatement approved, Farm City committee recognized

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    Commission with Culllman Farm City committee   CULLMAN - The Cullman County Commission met on Tuesday morning with a packed agenda which was covered from beginning to end in under twenty minutes. All members of the commission, Kerry Watson, Garry Marchman and Kenneth Walker, were present. After...

    Cullman Economic Development Agency update

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    CULLMAN - Peggy Smith, director of the Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA), met with members of the Cullman City Council on Friday at City Hall to submit several requests and provide updates on industrial locations and established businesses in the city. The requests were...

    Cause of Monday Night Fire at Walker Brothers Building Supply in Baileyton Still Unknown

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    Of course we are still trying to figure out what we’re going to do. For trusses, we will probably be buying them from somewhere else.” Terry Walker, owner   BAILEYTON – Last night, Monday, March 7, a fire completely destroyed part of Walker Brothers Building Supply, located...

    Richter’s celebrates 70th anniversary

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    Old family photos can be found throughout the Richter’s store. CULLMAN - In 1947, the first O.F. Richter & Sons opened for business in Cullman. That location, 219 Second Avenue NE, was home to Richter’s until the business moved to its present location, 308 First...

    Downtown merchants plan to ‘put on the dog’ in July event

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Members of the Cullman Downtown Merchants Association (CDMA) on Thursday night met at First Community Bank to discuss last Friday’s social event held in conjunction with the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism’s 2nd Friday...

    Monograms Plus changing hands after 19 years

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    Cullman’s Monograms Plus is an anchor of the Warehouse District. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune) CULLMAN - Monograms Plus of Cullman, a staple in Cullman’s Warehouse District, announced new ownership Tuesday, with longtime owners Margaret and Mark Hamm passing the torch to new owners Lynsey...

    Compton’s Veterinary Clinic Makes New Home Beautiful

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    CULLMAN – On Highway 31, there is a house that has been a home and place of business to establishments like the Candle Garden for many years. Recently, however, new ownership has transformed this beautiful building into a sanctuary for the pets of Cullman...

    New baby and children’s boutique Willow Dean + Co. open in Cullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Mother and daughter team Kristie Moss and Lauren Easterwood recently opened Willow Dean + Co., a new baby and children’s boutique in Cullman. The inspiration for the shop came from Lauren who has a 2-year-old son who she loves to dress...

    Cullman industries fill 2 seats on Alabama Germany Partnership board of directors

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Seven new members named to the Board of Directors of the Alabama Germany Partnership (AGP) include executives from two Cullman industries. The appointments of Dr. Venki Padmanabhan, plant manager of REHAU Automotive and Albert von Pelser, VP of operations (Americas) of...

    ‘We are trying to help’: Local company to manufacture hand sanitizer in Cullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Back in May, The Tribune caught up with Gary “Sarge” Sargeant, owner of Hawg Engineering, as he was in Arizona assisting SynCardia Systems, LLC, the only producers of Total Artificial Hearts in the world, with production of FDA-approved hand sanitizer. The...

    2 years in a row: Rumors Deli to be named an Alabama Retailer of the Year

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    CULLMAN - After having to close down, pack up, move out and relocate, and after having to go through a property renovation project that took two tries just to get past the City of Cullman Planning Commission, Rumors Deli can definitely say, “We’re back,”...

    Academy Sports not coming to Cullman

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    CULLMAN - Academy Sports + Outdoors will not build a store in Cullman. The company cited a change in national corporate strategy as the reason for the decision. “We are disappointed that Academy ultimately decided not to pursue a store in Cullman. We put our...

    R.E. Garrison Trucking opens new downtown office

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Friday was a day of celebration for R.E. Garrison Trucking as representatives from the City Planning Commission, the Chamber of Commerce, the City Council along with Mayor Woody Jacobs and Sheriff Matt Gentry gathered to officially cut the ribbon on its...

    Ivey breaks ground on Mazda Toyota plant in Huntsville, state’s largest economic development investment of last decade

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    Gov. Kay Ivey speaks at Friday’s groundbreaking ceremony in Huntsville (Office of Gov. Kay Ivey) MONTGOMERY - Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday joined Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, U.S.A. to break ground on their new $1.6 billion plant in Huntsville. The jointly owned-and-operated automotive production plant, which...

    Official Cullman Oktoberfest beer from Goat Island wins silver, national attention at Great American Beer Festival

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    Goat Island Brewing's Duck River Dunkel won silver at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver late last week. (Photos courtesy of Goat Island Brewing) CULLMAN - Over the past weekend, Cullman’s Goat Island Brewing, which has won numerous state awards for its various beers,...

    Willoughby Roofing & Sheet Metal relocating to Vinemont

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - Willoughby Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc. is relocating to South Vinemont from the city of Cullman. The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night approved a 10-year tax abatement for the company, which is currently located in south Cullman on Old Hanceville...

    Come and get ‘em: Duchess Bakery re-opens

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s iconic Duchess Bakery officially re-opened Friday, under the new ownership of Jason and Stephanie Neal and Roger Rich. Previous owner Larry Bontrager announced his retirement back in May, causing a collective gasp across the county and worries that the popular doughnuts...

    Five Below to open in Cullman Shopping Center

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    The new Five Below store in the Cullman Shopping Center will be in the building left vacant by Hancock Fabrics. / MRP CULLMAN - Specialty retail store Five Below, whose products are aimed at pre-teen and teen customers and are all priced at $5 and...

    AGCOR making the move to Good Hope

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    The Good Hope City Council passed a resolution Monday night to allow Mayor Jerry Bartlett, right, to enter into an agreement with AGCOR Steel. / Nick Griffin GOOD HOPE - AGCOR Steel is moving to Good Hope. The Good Hope City Council on Monday night...

    LEAD offers unique services to Cullman area

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Laurelwood Equine Assisted Discoveries, LLC (LEAD) opened April 1, 2019, offering unique services to Cullman County- Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (Eagala) Model counseling and personal development sessions. “LEAD offers Eagala Model counseling sessions for adults, children and teens who have...

    2 Cullman business owners named to Alabama Retail Association board of directors

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    Lynsey Todd, Dustin Beaty (Alabama Retail Association) MONTGOMERY - Two Cullman business owners have been named to the Alabama Retail Association board of directors: Lynsey Todd of Monograms Plus and Dustin Beaty of Lavish Boutique. Lynsey Todd named to Alabama Retail Association board of directors Lynsey Todd,...

    Citizens Bank & Trust expanding Cullman office

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    CULLMAN - Citizens Bank & Trust recently announced plans to open a full-service office in Cullman. The branch, located at 223 Second Ave. SE, will bring the total number of Citizens branches to eight. Currently in operation in downtown Cullman is the bank’s Loan...

    Small Business Spotlight: Cullman 31 Nutrition

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman 31 Nutrition is now open and serving up drinks and shakes. Located at 1207 Second Ave. NW inside Creel Plaza, the smoothie and juice bar offers more than 50 flavors of shakes, 42 tea bombs, iced coffees and protein snacks. Owners...

    Enjoy gourmet popcorn, and more, at Kernel Kullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Neal and Holly McLeod saw their first popcorn store while on their honeymoon almost 30 years ago. Years later, while searching for new careers, they opened their own popcorn store in Cullman’s Warehouse District. Kernel Kullman will celebrate its 5-year anniversary...

    Down-home cooking at The Fillin’ Station

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    Pam and Mick Whitt, center, are the owners of the local favorite, The Fillin’ Station, inside the Texaco in downtown Cullman. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune) CULLMAN - It’s been open for a few months now, but on Friday, The Fillin’ Station was welcomed...

    What’s old is new: C-Street Café returning as Bulldogs Country Cook’n in Hanceville

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    On Friday, workers were making finishing touches like placing the new logo on the front door of Bulldogs Country Cook’n. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune) HANCEVILLE - On June 19, Hanceville’s former downtown eatery C-Street Cafe will re-open its doors as Bulldogs Country Cook’n.  Welcome...

    Jim ‘N Nick’s Community Bar-B-Q Celebrates 30th Birthday By Giving Back to the Community

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    We don’t do traditional advertising. What we call our advertising budget is what we do in good wills for the community.” Beth Kibler, Jim N’ Nick’s Sales Manager CULLMAN – Last Monday Jim ‘N Nick's proudly celebrated their 30th birthday with a Day of Giving. The...

    The Stampin’ Elephant opens in Hanceville

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Located on Commercial Street in downtown Hanceville, The Stampin’ Elephant opened its doors with grandeur and grace on Friday, Jan. 27. The craft studio and specialized gift shop is the creation of Michelle Woosley, and with the help of her husband...

    Downtown and Warehouse District merchants gearing up for ‘Celebrate Cullman’

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    2nd Fridays events are a big draw downtown during the summer months. / Andrew Cryer We’ve really got a vibrant downtown, and we don’t want to let that get away.  We want to continue to grow it and fill it; and we want the people...

    Last Minute Shopping for Christmas

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    CULLMAN - So tomorrow is Christmas Eve, and you realize that you had one more gift that you needed to get. Perhaps for a game of Dirty Santa at your aunt’s house, or it could be that work is so crazy at this time of...

    Going out to get locked in- Escape Cullman coming soon

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    Tyson Pruett explains escape rooms to the planning commission. CULLMAN - Escape games are growing by leaps and bounds across the nation, and now they’re coming to Cullman.  The Birmingham and Huntsville/Decatur areas each have three; Florence, Tuscaloosa and Gadsden have them.  We’re next! The escape...

    Gov. Ivey awards grant to expand road access in South Vinemont

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - A $60,000 Community Development Block Grant awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey will help the Town of South Vinemont improve the main access road to the new Shaddix Co. location which will create six jobs. Read The Tribune's exclusive coverage of the Shaddix...

    Cullman Named No. 2 Micropolitan Area Based on Corporate Facility Investment

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    We have some great leadership and people that recognize from the outside that Cullman is the place to be, and they’re starting to recognize it more and more every day. They know what you and I have known a long time!” Cullman Economic Development Director,...

    HomTex begins production of filtered face masks at Cullman facility

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    Updated 4-3-20 at 5:07 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, Cullman-based textile manufacturer HomTex announced that its Cullman facility will begin producing a reusable and washable face mask for use by businesses and industries under the brand name DreamFit. The masks will be available starting...

    Walmart Plans to Hire 1,500 Holiday Workers in Alabama; Wages Begin at $9 an Hour

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    BIRMINGHAM – Walmart announced this week it expects to hire approximately 1,500 associates at more than 100 stores in Alabama over the next few months to help during the busy holiday shopping season. The Alabama hires are among the 60,000 seasonal workers the company...

    DEEZ Vapes in Cullman

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    CULLMAN - Cullman has a new kid on the block in the vape department. DEEZ Vapes, owned by Steven and Kimberly Siegel, opened its doors on July 14 and will have its official grand opening on July 30. Located at 1631 Second Ave. NW,...

    Publix Grand Opening Has Customers ‘Amazed’

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    I am amazed at how they have restocked their shelves. There’s got to be a thousand people that have come through already and it looks like the aisles are completely full!” Beth Collicott, Publix Customer CULLMAN — On Wednesday, Cullman’s newest grocery store opened its doors...

    AlabamaWorks! releases business survey to identify COVID-19 impact

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala – AlabamaWorks is pleased to announce a new tool for all businesses, large and small, related to the COVID-19 impact and future focus of workforce in the state. The Alabama COVID-19 Workforce Response Survey is designed to help the state fully understand...

    A bit of Brooklyn in West Point

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    The following was printed in The Cullman Tribune’s special yearly edition, “Community Matters.” WEST POINT, Ala. - Magnet Paints, located at 310 County Road 1246 in West Point, is a family-owned company that has been manufacturing commercial grade paints and shellac for more than 100...

    Cullman’s Keith Twitty earns CLCP designation

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    AREA safety manager Michael Kelley, left, and AREA president and CEO Fred Braswell, right, congratulate Keith Twitty, center, on his recent Certified Loss Control Professional (CLCP) designation. MONTGOMERY - Keith Twitty of Cullman, who works as a safety specialist with the Alabama Rural Electric Association...

    Blue Cross and Blue Shield prescription plan change affects some CVS customers

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    CULLMAN - Last year, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama (BCBSAL) and its pharmacy benefits management entity Prime Therapeutics (PT) dropped CVS pharmacies from certain insurance plans, effective Jan. 1.  CVS was careful to point out that this was not their decision, and...

    Ribbon cut on ELEVATE Cullman; grand opening celebration Saturday evening

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    ELEVATE Cullman opened on June 18. On Aug. 25, the fitness studio held its official ribbon cutting. A grand opening celebration will take place Aug. 26. / Nick Griffin CULLMAN - The ribbon was cut for one of Cullman's newest local businesses this morning. ELEVATE...

    Dayspring Dairy: Alabama’s First Licensed Sheep Dairy Farm

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    Our goal is to produce unique, delicious, safe, and healthy cheeses for our customers.” Greg Kelly, Owner - Dayspring Dairy GALLANT – Nestled in a valley in the piedmont of north-east Alabama with lush rolling pastures is Dayspring Dairy Farm. The family owned and operated farm is...

    ‘You don’t have to be a big reader to fall in love with a piece of literature’

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Last week, Cullman welcomed a new used bookstore, when Loretta’s Bookstore & Storytelling quietly opened its doors. Located at 320 First Ave. SE, the store, which can best be described as comfortable and inviting, is owned by Hannah and Luke Elliott. Hannah...

    Smith joins chamber

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    Wesley Smith / Courtesy of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce CULLMAN - I am pleased to announce the appointment of Wesley Smith as director of entrepreneurship & education at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center. Wesley returns to his hometown after spending...

    Get in the ball!

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    Knockerballs on display at Smith Lake Park last weekend   CULLMAN - Cullman County has seen many new businesses in the past year. One business, Knockerball of Cullman, provides a unique recreation for people of all ages. Managed by William Peek, Knockerball provides large inflatable balls...

    Logan’s Roadhouse, Inc. said to be filing bankruptcy

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    CULLMAN - According to multiple media reports, Logan’s Roadhouse Inc. is preparing to file for bankruptcy. It is unclear at this time if the restaurant's Cullman location will remain open if the bankruptcy is filed. When reached for comment about reports of the bankruptcy, Cullman...

    Holly Pond welcomes Hessaire at ribbon cutting for new facility

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    Founder Jack Hess and President Jerry Fan cut the ribbon to open Hessaire's new facility in Holly Pond. HOLLY POND - On Thursday morning, representatives of Holly Pond, Cullman County Economic Development, the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, and state officials welcomed Hessaire Cooling Solutions...

    AT&T announces wireless internet service for parts of rural Cullman County

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    Sen. Paul Bussman cuts the ribbon to announce the official opening of fixed wireless internet service in west Cullman County. / W.C. Mann BREMEN - At a press conference at a cellular tower in north Bremen near Smith Lake on Friday morning, AT&T announced the...

    SportsFit closes its doors after more than 30 years

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman SportsFit & Wellness Center is closing after more than 30 years in business. The decision to put the building and 17 acres of property along U.S. Highway 31 North up for sale was made prior to the center closing March...

    Rock N Roll Sushi aims to open week of Jan. 20

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    Rock N Roll Sushi, in southwest Cullman’s Marktplatz Center, hopes to be open the week of Jan. 20. The restaurant’s interior features hand-painted murals by local artist Seth Miller. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune) CULLMAN -  Cullman’s Rock N Roll Sushi is nearing its...

    Bill Smith Buick GMC wins 2017 Dealer of the Year Award

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    Bill Smith Buick GMC General Manager Andy Cole, center, and his staff pose with their 2017 Dealership of the Year Award. CULLMAN - Local automobile dealership Bill Smith Buick GMC was honored recently with a 2017 Dealership of the Year Award from General Motors. The...

    Holly Pond welcomes three new businesses to town

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      HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Town of Holly Pond has recently opened its arms to three new local businesses all opening this week to the public, which the community has been excited to welcome.   Holly Pond Mayor Carla Hart said she was thrilled to see...

    A link to the ‘Old Country’

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - New owners of A Touch of German, Judith and John Caples, say the store is a link to the ‘Old Country.’ “My heart was calling me to be here,” said Judith Caples, who was born in Germany and raised by her German...