15th annual Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival set for Nov. 8 in downtown Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 15th annual Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival will take place Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in historic downtown Hanceville at 106 Commercial St. NE. The day-long street festival is free and will feature dozens of arts and...
Harmony School rocking ‘Socktober’
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School fifth-grade “Pirates and Pixies” clubs are working hard to make an impact in Cullman County this month with “Socktober,” a schoolwide fundraiser to collect socks for families in need and give students experience in community outreach.
The project was created...
Investing in Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. – Representatives from the Alabama Mountains, Rivers & Valleys Resource Conservation & Development Council joined local leaders and organizations on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025, at main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System to celebrate this year’s grant recipients and recognize...
34th annual Mud Creek Marching Festival set for Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Bands from across north Alabama will take the field Saturday, Oct. 25, at Hanceville High School for the 34th Annual Mud Creek Marching Festival, a full day of music, precision and community spirit.
Gates open at 9 a.m., with Meek High School...
Wallace State Women’s Basketball ranked No. 15 in NJCAA DI Preseason Poll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State women’s basketball program will open the 2025-26 season nationally recognized, earning the No. 15 spot in the NJCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Rankings. The Lions are one of only two Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) teams in the...
Wallace State hosting Lion Fest Oct. 25
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College invites prospective students and their families to Lion Fest, an open house event scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m.-noon, at the James C. Bailey Center on the main campus. This exciting event offers a chance...
COLUMN: The perfect regift
At first glance, it wasn’t much of a gift, just a cheap pocket knife made of flimsy metal and plastic. It probably came from a flea market or an arcade game at a pizza parlor. Yet of all the gifts I received at my...
Time to listen for the call of fall at Alabama State Parks
When I think about fall in Alabama, I do not just think about the cooler mornings or the changing leaves. I think about the way the season feels.
One of my favorite memories is sitting by a campfire with my kids, the sparks lifting into...
Agriplex expansion moving closer to completion
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is moving closer to the completion of its new Community Hub, which it began raising funds for in late 2022 and broke ground on this year.
Director Rachel Dawsey said February 2026 is the target move-in date for...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls to Winfield at home 48-21
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville was back home to host a region matchup against Winfield Friday night and unfortunately for the home crowd, the Bulldogs are still searching for the first win. Winfield went into the locker room up 41-0 at halftime and Hanceville got...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 4 Fairview survives with 41-39 win at Sardis
BOAZ, Ala. – Fairview made the trip over to Sardis for a non-region matchup Friday night and the Lions gave the Aggies all they could handle. Sardis jumped out to a 13-0 lead and scored just before halftime to take a 26-20 lead at...
Pet of the Week: Big-hearted Teague
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Teague, a truly special soul wrapped in a handsome German Shepherd exterior. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
At around 3 years old, this intelligent and sensitive fellow embodies everything you could hope for in a loyal companion. He...
MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Cullman rallies to defeat Decatur 18-14, wins TVFL Championship
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Middle School was once again hosting the Tennessee Valley Football League’s eighth grade championship game on Mark Britton Field at Oliver Woodard Stadium Thursday night and for the second time in three seasons, the Bearcats are league champions. The ‘Cats...
CMS among just 5 Alabama schools to reach i-Ready learning stretch goals
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Middle School reached an achievement only five other schools in Alabama could claim this year, hitting stretch goals on i-Ready lessons with at least 55 percent of students reaching stretch goals in their studies.
Cullman Middle School was one of five...
Cullman City Council bids farewell to Johnny Cook
Council adopts transportation plans and pay incentives for fire and police
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday said goodbye to longtime Councilman and President Pro Tem Johnny Cook. Cook, who lost his re-election bid earlier this year, will be on a mission...
Tinsel & Timber Auction to kick off Christmas season in support of First Source for Women – Nov. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - First Source For Women will host its annual Tinsel & Timber Live and Silent Auction on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 6-8 p.m. at The Venue at Cotton Creek in Cullman. Presented by My Cullman Doctor, attendees can look forward to a...
Little ghouls, big smiles: Family Halloween events filling Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. — Fall is here and the candy trail is calling. From trunk or treats to fall festivals, families across Cullman County have plenty of safe, festive options. Use this roundup to plan your route. If an event changes, we’ll update.
City of Cullman
Not-So-Scary Stories...
Falling for Florals: How to create a fall landscape
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Every autumn, front porches and flower beds fill up with stunning fall florals that showcase the stunning colors of the season. With the right timing, tools and techniques, people can create a landscape that’s not only beautiful but also easy to...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Pickleball and Peril’ by Magnolia Murdersworth
“Pickleball and Peril” is the fifth novel in a cozy murder series, The Senior Snoop Society Mysteries. Three retired women in their 70s find out they still have the vitality and wits to solve murders that the police cannot. Imagine Jessica Fletcher meets the Golden...
Jacobs proclaims October ‘Beef Month’ in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Wednesday, Oct. 8, signed a proclamation declaring October as “Beef Month” in the city of Cullman. The annual observance, celebrated statewide since 1964, recognizes the vital contributions of Alabama’s beef industry to local communities and the...
Cullman County Youth Football week 8 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman County youth football playoffs begin in two weeks, and week eight featured some huge games around the local area that helped determine which teams will be on the field in the postseason. The Cold Springs Eagles faced off against...
Cullman County man killed in early morning crash
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County man was killed in an early morning vehicle crash. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Michael P. McClellan, 27, of Vinemont.
Troopers said the single-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 12:09 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 12. They said McClellan was...
Dodge City Council talks S&S break-in, finances, events
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Council at its Oct. 9, meeting heard updates from local law enforcement, discussed recent expenditures and approve several items of Town business.
Officials reported a recent break-in at S&S Foods. According to the report, three masked men arrived...
COLUMN: Measure twice, cut once
Last week, I was reminded of the old wood-workers’ idiom that says, “Measure twice, cut once.” I remembered the advice immediately after I demonstrated why it was said. Sometimes, you can measure once and cut twice, but only if you’ve cut your piece too...
VFW and Auxiliary hosting pumpkin carving party Oct. 23
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Auxiliary will host their third annual pumpkin carving party event on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m.
Auxiliary President Regina Adams said they are excited to host the third year of this free community...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond earns 42-0 homecoming win over Asbury
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos were back home to host Asbury for homecoming Thursday night, and they wrapped up a week of festivities with a dominant performance against the Rams. Holly Pond built a 35-0 lead in the first half and...
Baileyton council recognizes Calloway, Griffin
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Mayor Windell Calloway commenced the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council on Oct. 6. The meeting opened with an invocation led by Councilman Greg Griffin.
The meeting began by recognizing Calloway and Griffin for their numerous years of service.
Mayor-Elect Benny Guthrie...
Samantha Perdue award honors excellence on and off the court
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Each year at the Cullman County Volleyball Tournament, a special award is presented to honor a remarkable young woman who left an enduring mark on the sport and in the lives of those around her—the Samantha Perdue Award.
Samantha Perdue’s journey in volleyball...
Ellis, Sharpe named CCBOE/AmFirst Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently named Tiffiany Ellis and Melanie Sharpe September Employees of the Month.
Teacher of the Month: Tiffiany Ellis, Good Hope High School
Tiffiany Ellis teaches English at Good Hope High.
"Mrs. Ellis does a tremendous job in her classroom...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Hanceville drops area match against J.B. Pennington
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted J.B. Pennington for an area match Tuesday night but unfortunately for the home crowd, the Tigers were able to return home with a 3-1 win over the Bulldogs.
J.B. Pennington 3 - Hanceville 1 (25-16, 23-25, 25-21, 25-22)
It...
Library hosts ‘Picnic with a Purpose’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library hosted “Picnic with a Purpose,” on Saturday, Oct. 4, to raise funds for ongoing improvements. The event was hosted during Cullman’s Oktoberfest festivities and featured homemade baked goods made by members of the Friends of the...
Cullman County Fair returns Oct. 9–18 with pageants, rides, farm fun
CULLMAN, Ala. - The countdown is on for the 2025 Cullman County Fair, set for Oct. 9-18, at the Cullman County Fairgrounds, 1501 Sportsman Lake Road NW. The opening ceremony will take place Thursday, Oct. 9, at 5 p.m.
The annual fair parade took place this...
Hanceville library to host fire safety storytime Oct. 8
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Fire Chief Bart Absher will participate in a fire safety storytime on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 10 a.m. at the Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville.
Library Manager Teresa Rivera said since Absher is the new fire chief, this will be...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cullman falls to Brewer in 5 sets
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman was back home at Bearcat Arena for a varsity match against Brewer Monday night and after senior night ceremonies were finished, the ‘Cats battled the Patriots in a hard-fought, five set thriller. Before the opening serve, seniors Ainsley Cameron, Blakely...
Who are the ‘Hay People’? CCPS students learn about Oktoberfest
CULLMAN, Ala. -- With the annual Oktoberfest celebration kicking off in Cullman, young Cullman City Schools students had the opportunity to learn a bit about the history, culture and tradition of the beloved Cullman festival that celebrates the area’s German heritage.
Cullman City Primary School...
COLUMN: Let’s go outside to play
At the risk of sounding like an old man, I have realized there is a great difference in how the youth of today entertain themselves and how the youth of my generation did so.
One big difference is that we mostly played outdoors. It was...
Cullman County Youth Football week 7 scoring recap
Week seven of the youth football season is now over, and with the playoffs getting closer and closer with each passing week, each game around the local area was huge. The Fairview Aggies faced off against the Holly Pond Broncos, the Vinemont Eagles hosted...
Troutman receives scholarship from Farmers Federation
Federation plants seeds of success through scholarships
AUBURN, Ala. - Eighty-three college students from 61 Alabama counties received scholarships from the Alabama Farmers Agriculture Foundation (AFAF) Sept. 29 in Auburn.
The annual scholarship banquet at Lazenby Farms honored recipients from Auburn University (AU). The partnership between the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison blanks Waterloo at home 45-0
ADDISON, Ala. – After suffering their first loss of the season to the ranked 4A Good Hope Raiders last week, the Bulldogs were back home at A.G. Hicks Stadium Friday night for a region game against Waterloo. Addison was in control of this one...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs shuts out West End 28-0
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles collected a road win over Lynn last week and they returned home for a region matchup against West End Friday night. Cold Springs led 12-0 at halftime and the Eagles held firm on the defensive side of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Whitesburg Christian pulls away to top Holly Pond 28-6
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond was on a bye last week, but they were back on the field for a region game at Whitesburg Christian Friday night. The Broncos scored first to take the early lead in this one, but the Warriors responded with...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 6 Good Hope handles Curry for homecoming, 48-8
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After collecting a dominant road win at Addison last week, Good Hope was back home for a region matchup against Curry Friday night. The Raiders jumped out to a 34-0 lead in the first half and with the hot clock...
Cullman City Council passes $194M budget for 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday passed a fiscal year 2026 budget totaling $194,634,790, up over $6 million from last year but behind peak years in 2024 ($207,986,624) and 2023 ($195,819,380). Highlights of the budget as reported in the meeting include:
•...
12th annual Smith Lake Park Bass Fest returns Saturday with $15K top prize
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 12th annual Smith Lake Park Bass Fest will take place this Saturday, Oct. 4, offering anglers a chance to compete for big rewards, including a guaranteed $15,000 first-place prize and payouts through the top 40 teams.
Early registration has closed, but anglers...
1950s Rock and Roll and Candlelight Walking Tour tonight at Cullman County Museum
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s 16th annual Candlelight Walking Tour, part of the Oktoberfest tradition, will swing into action tonight with some tunes to kick off the event. Beginning at 6 p.m. at the Cullman County Museum, 1950s music will rock and roll across the...
Library board meeting notes: Sept. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board held its regular board meeting on Thursday, Sept. 25. Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) Director Amber Thornton reported higher than usual accounting and legal fees in August, primarily due to an annual audit, totaling...
State, national leaders visit CATA, CHS, highlighting CTE
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy and Cullman High School welcomed state and national leaders recently as part of a statewide campaign to highlight career and technical education (CTE) in Alabama. The visits were part of a three-day tour organized by the Association...
WSCC FLAG FOOTBALL: Wallace State sweeps Calhoun with dominant road victories
DECATUR, Ala. — Wallace State flag football stayed unbeaten in conference play on Sunday, rolling to a pair of convincing road wins over Calhoun at the Jack Allen Recreation Complex. The Lions opened the afternoon with a 53-13 victory in Game 1 before completing...
Jacobs proclaims October ADK Month
On Monday, September 29, 2025, Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the month of October 2025 Alpha Delta Kappa Month in Cullman. Local Alpha Delta Kappa (ADK) members from each local chapter met with Mayor Jacobs to receive the official proclamation. Members attending from the Beta...
CLASH OF THE TIANS: Cullman Gold 6th grade volleyball team earns runner up finish at Regional Tournament
CULLMAN, AL. – While local youth volleyball teams participated in the Cullman County Youth Volleyball Tournament, 6th Grade Cullman Gold forwent the county tournament and left it all on the court this weekend in the Regional Elementary Tournament, proving themselves as one of the...
Cullman County Commission adopts $58M FY2026 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission has adopted a balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2026, focused on infrastructure, public safety and fiscal discipline.
Approved Sept. 23, the budget projects $58.2 million in revenues and $57.3 million in expenditures for governmental funds, along with $28.4...
Ivey announces $3.7M in ALDOT Annual Grant projects
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced more than $3.7 million in State funding is being awarded to cities and counties for 13 road projects across Alabama.
One of those projects is in Cullman County for full-depth reclamation of Graham Street Southwest from...
Editorial: Courage in action
Fear may sound the alarm, but it is courage that carries us forward. Time and again, history reminds us that progress is never written by those who let fear decide their next step.
It is written by those who feel the weight of fear, acknowledge...
Wallace State’s Brookelyn Morgan named NJCAA Division II National Athlete of the Week
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State freshman cross-country runner Brookelyn Morgan has earned national recognition, being named the NJCAA Division II USTFCCCA Female Athlete of the Week. She becomes the first runner in Wallace State program history to receive the honor.
Morgan has been the top...
Victim Services announces new name: The Willow Path
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman held its fifth annual Masquerade Ball Thursday evening, Sept. 25, at Stone Bridge Farms. Not only did the local nonprofit welcome its biggest crowd to date and raise more money than in previous years, it also announced...
Cullman County Schools addresses bus incident, bullying concerns
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools is addressing concerns from parents and the community following a recent student fight on a school bus that was recorded and widely shared online.
In a statement released earlier this week, the district said the matter was “handled swiftly...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont blanks West End 28-0
VINEMONT, Ala. – After defeating Carbon Hill on the road last week, the Vinemont Eagles were back home for a non-region matchup against West End Friday night. Vinemont’s defense made things tough for the Patriots all night, keeping them out of the end zone...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman collects 24-11 win at Brewer
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back on the road for a non-region battle at Brewer Friday night and the Bearcats returned home with their first win of the season. Cullman led 14-3 at halftime and tacked on 10 more points in the second half...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope remains unbeaten with 41-6 win at Addison
ADDISON, Ala. – Good Hope made the trip to Addison’s A.G. Hicks Stadium for a battle of unbeatens Friday night, and the Raiders got off to a strong start in the opening half. Good Hope went into the locker room with a 21-0 lead...
WSCC VOLLEYBALL: Wallace State falls at Calhoun, ending 9-match win streak
TANNER, Ala. -- Wallace State volleyball's nine-match winning streak came to an end Wednesday night, as the Lions dropped a 3-0 (14-25, 22-25, 14-25) decision on the road at Calhoun in Alabama Community College Conference play.
The loss moves Wallace State to 20-3 overall and...
Pet of the Week: Meet Buck, a gentleman terrier
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Buck, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, a 5-year-old Cairn Terrier mix with a heart as steady as his pace. With his low energy and calm demeanor, Buck is the kind of companion who makes every day a little...
Small Business Christmas Market coming to Ag Center Nov. 22
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Small Business Christmas Market will welcome dozens of vendors and will take place at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Small Business Market Owner Shayla Waldner said there will be a $3 entry...
The 40 Acre Wood hosting fall scavenger hunts in October
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Forty Acre Wood is inviting the community to participate in family friendly fall scavenger hunts, held every Sunday in October from noon-6 p.m.
The scavenger hunts are designed as self-guided walks through a 1.2-mile path of forest trails. They are geared...
Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt
Literacy and STEM Collide in Cullman City Schools
CULLMAN, Ala. -- It’s dinosaur time in Cullman elementary schools, with a recent project blending literacy, retention, science and STEM helping students learn about dinosaurs while also working on their reading and hands-on learning skills.
Third grade students...
Goatoberfest coming this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - Goat Island Brewing will kick off this year’s Oktoberfest celebrations with Goatoberfest. There will be live music Friday, Sept. 26, starting at 7 p.m., then a full day of fun Saturday, Sept. 27, from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Goat Island Tap Room Manager...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cold Springs collects 3-1 area win over Falkville
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs was back home to host an area match against Falkville Tuesday night, and the Eagles celebrated senior night with a 3-1 win over the Blue Devils. After getting off to a slow start and dropping the opening set, Cold...
Cullman leaders press federal priorities during DC Fly-In
WASHINGTON, D.C. - More than 30 Cullman County leaders and community representatives traveled to the nation’s capital this past week for the annual Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce Washington Fly-In.
The delegation carried a unified message that federal partnership is essential to advancing public safety,...
New chapter for Addison Municipal Airport
ADDISON, Ala. - Community leaders and aviation partners gathered on Friday, Sept. 19, to celebrate a new chapter for the Addison Municipal Airport. Earlier this year, Rep. Tim Wadsworth, R-Arley; Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman; and local leaders worked to form a 501 (c)(3) and...
Jubilee to host Oktoberfest themed wine and dine event
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Jubilee Coffee and Wine Bar will host a German inspired Menu event for the public on Monday, Sept. 29 at 5:30 p.m. Jubilee Owner Katie Nelms Fine said this menu is really exciting because they are collaborating with Birmingham-based chef Ben...
Cullman County Youth Football week 5 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week five of the 2025 Cullman County Youth Football season is in the books, and there were several key games going on around the area Saturday. The Cold Springs Eagles faced off against the Cullman Bearcats, the Holly Pond Broncos took...
Have a heart for hospitality and a hunger for change? Host a Supper Club!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County recently revived a classic Southern tradition as part of Hunger Action Month. The Supper Club is a new initiative aimed at increasing monthly support for The Pantry at The Link.
Community members are invited to either host...
Cullman youth volleyball team finishes undefeated, earns platinum bracket spot in regional youth volleyball
CULLMAN, Ala. -- 6th Grade Cullman Gold volleyball team comprised of 6th-grade students from East Elementary School has finished the season undefeated in the Cullman County Youth Volleyball Association League with a record of 12-0 and earned the number 1 seed in the Cullman...
UA announces summer 2025 area graduates, Dean’s and President’s Lists
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Over 1,300 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama's summer 2025 commencement at Coleman Coliseum on Aug. 2.
Local students include:
Nikki Burgos of Vinemont: Educational Specialist
Brennen Norton of Cullman: Bachelor of Arts
Lisa Phillips of Baileyton: Educational Specialist
Daniel Roberts of Vinemont: Bachelor...
Files from Yesteryear: Sept. 20, 1951
From the files of Sept. 20, 1951
Fairview News
Mrs. C. W. Wells of Birmingham was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Campbell and children the latter part of last week, returning home Sunday morning.
Alfred Howse of the Merchant Marines, who is stationed at Mobile,...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 6 Good Hope pulls away to top Cordova 34-6
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Region play continued for the Good Hope Raiders on Friday night with a matchup against the Cordova Blue Devils. After getting off to a slow start, the Raiders picked up steam in the second quarter and rode the momentum all the way...
PEAK Awards: Visit Cullman named Organization of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Visit Cullman/Cullman County Tourism Bureau was recently named Organization of the Year by the Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association (AMLA) at the annual PEAK Awards.
The PEAK Awards program pays tribute to tourism leaders, attractions, festivals and organizations that set the bar...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 4 Fairview handles Lawrence County 55-6
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies were back home at Dafford Smith Stadium for another region game against Lawrence County Friday night and it was another dominant night for the purple and gold. Fairview jumped out to a 20-0 lead in the opening half...
Enjoy Singo Bingo at Drifters
CULLMAN, Ala. - Drifters Bar & Grill on Smith Lake is hosting weekly Singo Bingo nights. Hosted every Monday at 6:45 p.m., Singo Bingo swaps numbers for song titles. A DJ plays 30-second clips of songs while players mark off titles on their bingo...
2nd Amendment Gun Sales opens in Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. - A new firearm business, 2nd Amendment Gun Sales, opened its doors to the public on Sept. 13, in Vinemont.Owner Kimberlie Self and Co-Owner Savannah Marsh said they felt it was important to have this type of business in the community.
“Kim was...
Pet of the Week: Loki is pure love
CULLMAN, Ala. - Loki, a 6-8-month-old gray domestic shorthair kitty, is as handsome as he is loving. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
He has a luxuriously thick, soft coat, and his outgoing, playful spirit makes every moment brighter. Whether he’s joining in on...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Holly Pond topples Vinemont 3-1 for area win
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos hosted the Vinemont Lady Eagles for a big area match on Dwayne Adams Court at Felton Easterwood Gymnasium Thursday night and the Broncos collected a big area win. Vinemont held a 1-0 lead after the first set, but...
WSCC VOLLEYBALL: Wallace State sweeps Snead State for 6th straight conference win
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wallace State volleyball continued its dominant conference run on Wednesday night, sweeping Snead State 3-0 (25-14, 25-20, 25-22) at home to remain unbeaten in league play.
Makenzie Noles led the Lions with 14 kills, powering the offense at key moments, while Rachel Mecklenburg added...
4 local UA Early College students named to Summer 2025 Director’s List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - For the summer semester 2025, 340 University of Alabama Early College students were on the Director's List obtaining a 3.6 or higher GPA for the term.
Local students include:
Taylin Clemmons of Cullman attends Holly Pond High School
Brooke Harding of Arab attends Arab...
Berlin Town Council closes out 2025 fiscal year, plans park progress
BERLIN, Ala. – Mayor Patrick Bates opened the monthly session of the Berlin Town Council on Monday, Sept.15. The meeting commenced with an invocation and Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Donald Gunter.
The meeting began with the council wrapping up 2025 fiscal year paperwork....
Local students shine at FCCLA All-County Beef Cook-off
CULLMAN, Ala. -The aroma of sizzling beef and the excitement of competition filled Cotton Creek Venue in Cullman on Sept. 16, 2025, as Cullman County FCCLA students gathered for the annual All-County Beef Cook-off. Sponsored by the Cullman County Cattlewomen’s Association and Alabama Farm...
WSCC SOCCER: Wallace State rolls past Northeast Alabama for conference win
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State men’s soccer team kept its strong start to the season rolling on Tuesday with a 4-1 conference victory over Northeast Alabama. The win improved the Lions to 4-1-1 overall and 2-0 in Alabama Community College Conference play, while NACC fell...
Victim Services announces local events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October
CULLMAN, Ala. - October is nationally recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Victim Services of Cullman has announced a series of local events designed to honor victims, support survivors and raise awareness throughout the community.
“The number of survivors served in the past year...
Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce announces 2025 Burgermeister Ball – Sept. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the annual Burgermeister Ball on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Abbey Byre at St. Bernard. Sponsored by HomTex, this elegant evening will celebrate community, Cullman’s German heritage and the kickoff of...
Dodge City Council talks budget approvals, infrastructure projects
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Council held its monthly meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, addressing everything from budget approvals and infrastructure projects to Halloween and Christmas event planning.
A central point of clarification came early in the meeting regarding a previous possibility to...
United Way Young Professionals hosting pickleball tournament Oct. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County's Young Professionals will host a pickleball tournament Saturday, Oct. 4, at Ingle Park.
State Farm Agency Owner and Agent JD Isbell, who is the presenting sponsor, said the event is a fundraiser.
“If successful, we plan to make...
Files from Yesteryear: Sept. 13, 1962
From the files of Sept. 13, 1962
Notes Of A Cullman High Senior . . .
Eureka! We did it! Yes, I mean in the Magazine Drive. Yes, we've broken all records of the past 13 years. We've already gone over the top and have got...
Sparking curiosity: STEM Day returns to CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual STEM Day at Cullman City Primary School returned the week of Sept. 8, with expanded stations and activations for the district’s youngest students to start learning about Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).“The value of STEM Day extends far...
Holly Pond firefighters participate in 9/11 Memorial Stair Challenge
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Members of the Holly Pond Volunteer Fire Department participated in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Challenge on Thursday, Sept. 11, in honor of the 343 firefighters who lost their lives on Sept.11, 2001.
Fire Chief Mike Harrison said the stair climb started...
‘Their lives mattered. Their battles mattered. And they will never be forgotten.’
CULLMAN, Ala. - This past week, members of the Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Commission, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs paused to honor and remember all Alabama veterans who have tragically taken their own lives.
Police Chief Joey Duncan said...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison routs Cherokee at home 66-0
ADDISON, Ala. – The seventh ranked Addison Bulldogs hosted region foe Cherokee at lovely A.G. Hicks Stadium Friday night, and it was a massacre. Addison could have named its score in this one as they shut out the Indians 66-0. Addison played a lot...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs races past Cleveland 54-22
BREMEN, Ala. – After falling in a shootout on the road last week, the Cold Springs Eagles were back home Friday night to host a region matchup against Cleveland. The Eagles maintained their offensive momentum they’ve built so far this season and lit up...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls to Carbon Hill in 62-41 shootout
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs were back home at Ray Talley Stadium for a big region matchup with Bulldogs of Carbon Hill and this one turned into a track meet. The score was knotted at 28 at halftime but Carbon Hill was able...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont downs Midfield 37-16
VINEMONT, Ala. – A big night from Dalton Bryan and a strong performance from the defense propelled the Eagles to a huge, 37-16 region victory over the Midfield Patriots Friday night. Bryan racked up four 4 touchdowns in the win to help lead the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond handles Brindlee Mountain 60-12
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond hit the road for a region game at Brindlee Mountain Friday night and the Lions had their hands full with the Broncos in town. Holly Pond jumped out to a 47-6 lead in the first half and with the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats fall to Jasper in heartbreaker, 30-29
CULLMAN, Ala. – After falling in a nailbiter at Athens last week, the Cullman Bearcats were back home for another big region clash with the Jasper Vikings Friday night. The ‘Cats scored a go-ahead touchdown with less then four minutes on the clock but...
