Ribbon cut on new Cullman Middle School facility
CULLMAN, Ala. – The foyer of Cullman Middle School’s newest facility was packed on Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 2, 2024, as key players and dignitaries...
Local business spotlight: Cullman Marble & Granite
“Memorials of Quality since 1910” is the motto emblazoned in stone on the front of Josh Eddleman’s business, one of Cullman’s oldest – rivaled...
Auburn Made: Week 17 NFL Rundown
From a game-winning field goal to a career-long touchdown grab, it was a Christmas weekend to remember for some of Auburn's former players in...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders race past J.B. Pennington 101-58
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — After spending last week playing several games in Destin, the Good Hope Raiders played a little closer to home Tuesday night,...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 2 Good Hope edges No. 4 Vestavia Hills 48-42
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- After competing at the Hilton Sandestin Invitational over the holiday break, the Good Hope Lady Raiders returned to Cullman County Tuesday...
PREP CHEER: ‘God gave you a purpose’: Cold Springs’ Jaci Baker enjoying sophomore season
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs sophomore cheerleader Jaci Baker is cheering on the varsity squad for the first time and is really enjoying her...
What’s on tap for the city of Cullman?
“Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement and success have no meaning.”- Benjamin Franklin
Our Founding Fathers understood the task of creating...
SPOTLIGHT: Cullman County Animal Shelter
‘We are really trying to change how people think of the shelter’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Animal Shelter acts as a bridge between a...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple unrelated arrests over the holiday weekend, including:
Dec. 22
Deputies arrested Faith Elizabeth Welbourn, 25, of...
PREP CHEER:’We all have a special bond’: Hanceville’s Audrey Faye enjoying sophomore season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville sophomore cheerleader Audrey Faye is in her second year on the varsity squad, and she has enjoyed every second of...
PREP CHEER: ‘Little eyes are always watching’: West Point’s Ellorie Harbison talks time at Victory Cheer Academy
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point sophomore Ellorie Harbison is in her eighth-year cheering at Victory Cheer Academy, and she has learned so much...
How to dispose of your Christmas tree in the city of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – While city of Cullman residents prepare to ring in 2024, many are itching to properly dispose of live Christmas trees that...
ALEA: Make safety a New Year’s resolution; don’t get caught out in the cold
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — As 2023 ends and we enjoy the final days of December, it reminds us that winter is here as local forecasters...
2 charged following manhunt
WALTER, Ala. - Two men have been charged following a manhunt in the Walter area on Thursday, Dec. 28. According to the Cullman County...
Hanceville High graduate showcasing skills across the pond
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of Cullman County’s own, Kyra Bales, a 2023 Hanceville High School graduate, is preparing to strut her stuff and showcase...
Files from yesteryear: 1951
From the files of 1951
Oak Level News
Reverend J.S. Shults filled his appointment here on Sunday and Sunday night.
Mrs. Loy Hinkle, Freida and Frances, attended...
HPD ends standoff peacefully
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Police Chief Joshua Howell and an array of HPD officers were involved in standoff with an armed man with dementia...
Q&A with Cullman EMA: Stay safe while staying warm
CULLMAN, Ala. – Ahead of future cold snaps, The Cullman Tribune sat down with the director of Cullman Emergency Management Agency, Tim Sartin, to...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt attracts more than 200K visitors
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman Christkindlmarkt saw a significant expansion this year. The market, known for its festive atmosphere and cultural significance, introduced new...
Ivey announces $500K grant to help Cullman revitalize Depot Park
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 grant for improvements at Cullman’s Depot Park as part of the City’s ongoing downtown...
PREP BASKETBALL: Day’s last-second free throws lead Cold Springs to 57-56 win over Winston County
BREMEN, Ala. -- The Cold Springs Eagles were back home hosting the Winston County Yellow Jackets Thursday night and the home crowd was treated to a...
CCBOE names December Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) announced its December Teacher and Staff Member of the Month on Dec. 26. Each...
Tour European wines with Gervais & Lulu
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new experience for choosing wine is available to the residents of Cullman County. Gervais & Lulu started with a dream...
Auburn Made: Week 16 NFL rundown
From a game-winning field goal to a career-long touchdown grab, it was a Christmas weekend to remember for some of Auburn's former players in...
Alabama’sDowns Selected as 2023 Shaun Alexander Award winner
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama safety Caleb Downs was selected as the 2023 recipient of the Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award, the Maxwell Football Club announced...
Marshall files brief with U.S. Supreme Court opposing Biden DOJ’s request to fast-track Trump prosecution
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall – joined by 18 states – filed a brief in the case United States v. Trump,...
Cullman native James Munger sworn in as division commander with USCG Auxiliary
MACKINAW CITY, Mich. - At the 9th Central District Change of Watch ceremony, held in Mackinaw City, Michigan on Nov. 4, 2023, Cullman native...
PREP CHEER: ‘To accomplish your goals, it takes hard work and discipline’: Holly Pond’s Bella Foust talks 8th grade season
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond eighth grade cheerleader Bella Foust just completed her second year of middle school cheer and has had an...
CCSO names training center in honor of Blackwood
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently honored Capt. Ricky Blackwood for his contribution to the law enforcement community by naming its...
Flying Fifty Hotel coming to Cullman in 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Flying Fifty Hotel, a boutique-style hotel, is set to open in March 2024 on the southwest side of Cullman.
Owners Challie...
Merchants Bank gives $20K to local nonprofits
CULLMAN, Ala. – For three decades, Merchants Bank has hosted its annual Charity Classic golf tournament in early October, working to raise funds for...
‘The love for our seniors is very evident!’
Cullman Area Senior and Retiree Christmas Party breaks attendance record
CULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms was buzzing on Friday morning as its Browne Stone...
Resident spotlight: Col. Don Fallin
While he may seem fairly casual and even unassuming at VFW Post 2214 during Tuesday lunches, Fairview native Col. Don Fallin has quite the...
Devil Dawgs Concessions feeds 493
CULLMAN, Ala. - Volunteers stood along Main Avenue Southwest and U.S. Highway 278 Wednesday, Dec 20, waving signs making passers-by aware they were welcome...
Files from yesteryear: 1901, 1954
From the files of 1901
W.F. Reese, of Joppa, killed two snakes in his hay field last week. One was 5 feet,
5 inches long, with...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘It has been a life-changing experience’: Hanceville’s Bentley Childers talks sophomore season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville sophomore volleyball player Bentley Childers just completed her second season on the JV team and has enjoyed the experience so...
Weston Clay Montgomery Memorial Fishing Tournament set for Jan. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Weston Montgomery was a young, vivacious teenager who had his life cut short earlier this year. It was a loss felt...
Elks Lodge spreads Christmas love
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Elks Lodge has been hosting three impactful programs this holiday season in an effort to give back to the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Rickard’s game-winner lifts Fairview over Good Hope 72-69, Maddox sets county scoring record in 75-32 win
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Good Hope traveled to Fairview for a pair of varsity matchups with the Aggies Friday night and it was a special...
COLUMN: Some assembly required
As we approach Christmas, I would like to send a heartfelt wish of good luck to all of you parents out there with young...
ALEA: Give the gift of safety this holiday season
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – This week, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) will wrap up 2023 with the launch of its annual “12 Days of...
Berlin could join proposed state recreational trail system
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council this week heard about a new project that could connect Berlin to a statewide network of recreational...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison downs Vinemont on the road 49-39, Lady Eagles collect 65-33 win
VINEMONT, Ala. – Addison traveled to Vinemont for a pair of varsity matchups Thursday and the Bulldogs split their contests with the Eagles. The...
PREP BASKETBALL: Aggies, Lady Aggies drop matchups with Madison Academy
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After traveling to Scottsboro earlier this week, Fairview returned home Thursday night to host a pair of varsity matchups with Madison...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made several arrests over the last week, including:
Dec. 15
Deputies were informed of a subject who...
Cullman Tree Commission searching for volunteers, introduces new arborist
CULLMAN, Ala- At its meeting on Dec. 19, the Cullman Tree Commission discussed the inaugural Festival of Trees and the possibility of continuing this...
Cullman Fire Rescue Santa Ride heading through town this Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Fire and Rescue will host its annual Santa Ride event this Friday, Dec. 22, from 5-9 p.m. The big man...
STATE REPORT CARD: CCBOE sees wide-ranging growth
Updated Dec. 20, 2023 at 6:56 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the recently-released Alabama State Department of Education Report Card, Cullman County Schools had overall...
PREP CHEER: ‘We’re all there for each other’: West Point’s Makaila Wylie enjoying sophomore season
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point sophomore cheerleader Makaila Wylie has been cheering since the fifth grade and she's currently in her second year...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Exchange’ by John Grisham
“The Exchange” is John Grisham’s latest novel. It is advertised as a sequel to “The Firm” that was published in 1991, but it reads...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope tops Cold Springs on the road 60-46, Lady Raiders roll 68-35
BREMEN, Ala. – After collecting wins over Hanceville Monday night, Good Hope hit the road to take on another county rival at Cold Springs...
Vinemont seniors enjoy Christmas meal, cookie contest
VINEMONT, Ala. - On Monday, Dec. 18, the senior residents of Vinemont gathered at the Vinemont Community Center for their monthly meal, hosted by...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville picks up 60-43 win at Holly Pond, Lady Broncos handle Lady Bulldogs 48-24
HOLLY POND, Ala. — Holly Pond returned home to Felton Easterwood Gymnasium to host its county rivals from Hanceville Tuesday night and both county...
‘If you can just give them just a little hope, that’s what you need to do’
Parkside Outreach, Parkside School partner for Christmas meal and program
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The scent of chicken and dressing and fresh rolls wafted through Parkside...
Wreaths Across America: ‘Say their name with pride and honor’
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Cullman City Cemetery on Saturday, Dec. 16, members of the Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison picks up 61-35 win over Curry, Lady Bulldogs fall 38-29
ADDISON, Ala. – The Addison Bulldogs hosted the 4A Curry Yellow Jackets for two contests on the hardwood at lovely Allen Stephenson Gym on...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope earns 53-37 win over Hanceville, Lady Raiders rout Lady Bulldogs 86-28
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope returned home to host a pair of matchups against its rivals from Hanceville Monday night and both Raider...
PREP CHEER: ‘Anything is possible, as long as you have God on your side’: Hanceville’s Kinsley Wright talks freshman year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville freshman cheerleader Kinsley Wright has been cheering for three years and this is her first year on the varsity squad....
AHSAA releases 2024-26 fall sports classifications
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The AHSAA’s Central Board met Monday morning to hash out the fall sports classifications for the 2024-26 school years and after...
WSCC: More than 40 complete Sonography program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 40 students were recognized Thursday at the pinning ceremony for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Wallace State Community...
Vinemont Town Council votes to replace Town vehicle
VINEMONT, Ala. - At its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Vinemont Town Council voted unanimously to surplus its current vehicle – a...
WSCC: More than 30 complete Diagnostic Imaging, Radiation Therapy programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 30 students were recognized Thursday during the pinning ceremony for the Diagnostic Imaging program, including the first cohort of...
HPD chief says crime decrease due to increased visibility
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its second to last meeting of 2023, the Hanceville City Council had just four items on the agenda Thursday, Dec....
Cullman County Public Library System searching for new director
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library Board recently approved the posting of the vacancy for the library director position. Josie Harrington, the...
Melvin Hasting discusses candidacy for Cullman Circuit Court Judge, Place 2
Updated Feb. 24, 2024, at 2:05 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – With 22 years of trial experience and currently serving as president of the Cullman County...
CCBOE recognizes exceptional employees
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its meeting on Dec. 12, the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) recognized employees who have shown an overwhelming commitment...
City schools achieve straight As on state report card
CULLMAN, Ala. - Report cards are in, and Cullman City Schools scored straight A’s once again.The Alabama State Department of Education Report Card for...
Files from yesteryear: 1936, 1950
From the files of 1936
The dry season threatens the water supply in Cullman and Cullman County.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Crouen are visiting relatives here,...
MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Good Hope downs Hanceville 35-21 to win county championship
BREMEN, Ala. – Good Hope and Hanceville returned to Cold Springs High School Saturday to battle it out for this year’s county tournament championship...
MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Fairview edges Cold Springs 33-30 to claim back to back county titles
BREMEN, Ala. – For the second consecutive season, the Fairview Lady Aggies are Cullman County Tournament Champions. The Lady Aggies fell behind Cold Springs...
‘It was so magical’
Falkville hosts inaugural Christmas parade
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The town of Falkville held its first Christmas parade Tuesday night, and saw a huge turnout.
Mayor Ken...
Inaugural Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Barrel Race Dec. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sydni Helms-Hipp is remembered by all as a bright, caring young woman who loved her family, community and Jesus. Her life...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison splits county matchups at Meek
ARLEY, Ala. – Addison traveled a few miles south to take on a big county rival in the Meek Tigers. The Lady Bulldogs dropped the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Warriors, Lady Warriors earn area wins over Lawrence County
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors hosted the Lawrence County Red Devils for a pair of area games Friday night and both varsity squads...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats down D.A.R. 66-59, Sharpe’s 32 leads Lady Bearcats to 60-21 win
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman was back at home at Bearcat Arena Friday night to host a pair of varsity matchups against D.A.R. and both...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple arrests over the last several days, including:
Nov. 28
Deputies arrested Christopher Shaun Graves, 40,...
Cullman City School Board names Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – At its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Cullman City School Board recognized the system’s 2023-2024 Teachers of the Year....
Wreaths Across America ceremony at Cullman City Cemetery Dec. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. – National Wreaths Across America Day is this Saturday, Dec. 16, and the Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American...
CPD’s Shop with a Cop coming this Saturday
‘It is just as rewarding for the officers involved’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department’s longest running community policing event, Shop With a Cop,...
Wagon Trail Med-Serv awarded medical cannabis business license
CULLMAN, Ala.- Cullman County’s Wagon Trail Med-Serv was one of five integrated facility applicants awarded medical cannabis business licenses by the Alabama Medical Cannabis...
Hanceville Elementary hosts ‘Christmas Around the World’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Elementary School Assistant Principal Emily Brown wanted to bring something special to her students this year, and what better way...
EES opens the wardrobe to Narnia just in time for Christmas
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School transformed into a lovely Christmas wonderland in recent weeks, as teachers and staff took part in a hallway...
Christmas on the Farm
VINEMONT, Ala. - Families flocked to Snead’s Farmhouse for its Christmas on the Farm event Saturday, Dec. 9. The warmish sunny afternoon was the...
Vinemont hosts Christmas in the Park
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of South Vinemont held its third annual Christmas in the Park event on Saturday, Dec 9. A looming...
Wagon Trail Med-Serv, LLC receives medical marijuana integrated facility business license
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC), at its meeting on December 12, 2023, ranked applicants and voted to award medical cannabis business...
PREP BASKETBALL: Holly Pond splits varsity matchups with Falkville
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos hosted the Falkville Blue Devils in a pair of region games Tuesday night and Holly Pond ended up...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont fends off Fairview 60-50, Lady Eagles collect 44-33 win
VINEMONT, Ala. — The Fairview Aggies made the brief trip over to Vinemont High School for a pair of county matchups Tuesday night and...
Full ride: St. Bernard’s Andrew Tombo awarded prestigious scholarship
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Bernard Preparatory School recently announced the remarkable achievement of one of its exceptional seniors, Nicolas “Andrew” Tombo, who has been...
Pancakes with Santa!
BERLIN, Ala. - Local families and children were lined up before 7 a.m. Saturday, Dec 9, for the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department’s annual Pancakes...
CCBOE rolls out new driver’s ed vehicles
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from three lucky Cullman County high schools will be practicing their driving skills in style as their new driver’s education...
Surprising origins of America’s Christmas tradition
The celebration of Christmas as we know it today has a surprisingly storied history, with the first recorded instance of the church celebrating Christmas...
CCBOE names Roden, Davis November Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and America's First Federal Credit Union recognize two employees each month. For November, those employees were Holly Pond High...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘Help the younger ones reach their full potential’: Hanceville’s Karys Henderson recaps junior season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville's volleyball team improved a lot this season and junior Karys Henderson was one of several players that put together a...
TROJAN TAKEOVER – Troy Athletics announces fan activities surrounding Birmingham Bowl
TROY, Ala. – Troy Football is making history with its Birmingham Bowl appearance as the back-to-back Sun Belt Conference champions are the first Sun...
Holiday safety tips from local law enforcement
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department provided a series of helpful tips to keep homes and yourselves safe...
CHS adds weather station as engineering students showcase 3D print skills statewide
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is partnering with a weather institute to host a cutting-edge weather monitoring station on campus, with students taking...
Holly Pond Robotics Team ends spectacular 1st season
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Students at Holly Pond Middle and Elementary Schools have a new extracurricular team on their roster this year – Robotics....
Files from yesteryear: 1933, 1952
From the files of 1933
Mrs. J.E. Pierce and son, Leroy of Cullman, spent the week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Nesmith at...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders fall to Hartselle at Randy Jones Classic
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The inaugural Randy Jones Classic was hosted at West Point High School Saturday and several local squads were participating in...
‘We can honor her by continuing to do good in this world’
Remembering Victim Services Executive Director Carol Horstman
CULLMAN, Ala.– The halls of Victim Services of Cullman are a bit quieter this month after executive director...
