Cullman County Bosom Buddies hosting Beautifully Brave Pageant Sept. 6
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation will host the Beautifully Brave Pageant on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m.- 5...
Wallace State’s Luke Fernandez named DI Baseball Pitcher of the Year
CHARLOTTE, NC. -- Wallace State - Hanceville right-handed pitcher Luke Fernandez has been named the 2025 NJCAA Division I Baseball Pitcher of the Year.
The...
North Alabama Agriplex kicks off Summer Garden Club at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex and East Elementary School joined to host the Summer Garden Club at the East Elementary Garden. The...
June 17 Cullman County Commission meeting notes
Updated June 23, 2025, at 5:23 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission, at its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 17, acknowledged two retiring...
Cullman County Schools announces career tech administrators
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education recently named Dr. Susan Patrick as the system's director of career technical education. Adam Edmondson...
Downtown library hosting free summer events
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) will host multiple free events in conjunction with its Summer...
Pulling for Survivors: Fire truck pull to benefit Victim Services rescheduled for July 12 at Heritage Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman will host its first-ever Pulling for Survivors fire truck pull event on Saturday, July 12, from 10...
More than 120 student athletes earn place on ACCC Commissioner’s Honor Roll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College congratulates the student athletes and teams who were named to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Commissioner’s...
Teen killed in Cullman County crash
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman teenager was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:23 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, according to Alabama...
Gudger announces $100K in additional funding for Holly Pond High School
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, visited Holly Pond High School on Wednesday, June 18, to announce he...
‘It’s never too late to follow your dreams’
2025 Ms. Senior Cullman Angie Carter places 2nd in state competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - She’s the reigning Ms. Senior Cullman, and earlier this month, Angie...
Local businesses, residents preparing for Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South returns this weekend. As the city prepares, many are filled with excitement. For some who live and work...
‘Hanceville will forever have a place in my heart’
Hanceville Elementary Principal Stacie Olinger retiring
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Elementary School principal Stacie Olinger has decided to retire after six years at the school....
Alabama Rural Roadmap: Gudger outlines vision for rural development
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - During last week’s meeting of the Alabama Growth Alliance, a 15-member public/private partnership created by the Alabama Legislature and tasked with...
Free ‘Financial Planning for Farmers’ workshop set for June 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local beginner farmers and veterans interested in exploring future financial strategies for farming are invited to attend the upcoming “Military Veteran...
Pietri adds Toni West to Women’s Basketball staff
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Head coach Rick Pietri has added Toni West to Jacksonville State's women's basketball staff ahead of the 2025-26 season. West spent two seasons...
Business spotlight: The Sun Room Aesthetics & Wellness
Meet Emilee (Emi) Harbison, owner and operator of The Sun Room Aesthetics & Wellness.
Harbison is a 22-year-old Licensed Esthetician who just recently took the...
COLUMN: 50 years didn’t take as long as I thought
It happened 50 years ago, on Saturday, June 14, 1975. I remember that day so well that it almost seems like it was last...
FAITH: ‘Always stay true to God’: Cold Springs’ Cason Alexander reflects on his faith
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs' Cason Alexander will start his junior year of high school in August, and in this interview, he talked about...
Senior Spotlight: Living life to the fullest: Educator, dog trainer, mother
Trimble resident, longtime educator and dog trainer Paula Kretzschmar, 73, was born and raised in Cullman County. She spent most of her life in...
ALEA announces big changes for Alabama CDL holders
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division is announced two major updates impacting Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders and...
Crocker, Gentry, Duncan speak about Rock the South safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South will take place next week in Cullman County, and local officials held a press conference at the Cullman...
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Cullman High’s Nevaeh Green
Nevaeh Green is a senior at Cullman High School and the featured twirler in the Cullman Bearcat Marching Band. She began her twirling career...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Death Valley Duel’ by Scott Graham
“Death Valley Duel” is the ninth novel in Scott Graham’s National Park Mystery Series. As an environmentalist and author, Graham has created a series of mystery...
Pet of the Week: Meet the regal Alannah
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alannah, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a gorgeous domestic long-hair Calico who is just waiting for you to...
FAITH: ‘Helping others come to know God is very important’: West Point’s Kealie Harbison discusses her faith
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point's Kealie Harbison is preparing for her senior year and in this interview, she discussed how her faith has...
COLUMN: The Class of 2037
It was a big day. Especially if you were one of the 150 or so 5-year-olds in color-coded T-shirts marching down the aisle of...
Half Shell Oyster House to open in Cullman June 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - Half Shell Oyster House will officially open in Cullman on Wednesday, June 25, at 417 Third Ave. SW, Suite 115, inside...
Pre-Father’s Day fun
CULLMAN, Ala. - Looking for a special way to celebrate the men in your life for Father’s Day? Check out one of these fun...
FAITH: ‘I always hope to lead others to Jesus’: Holly Pond’s Ryli Norris discusses relationship with God
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's Ryli Norris will be a junior in August, and in this interview, she talked about the role that...
Cullman County Schools bus damaged in weekend storm
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County Schools bus was damaged Saturday, June 7, when tree limbs fell during severe weather. The bus was set...
Weekend storms leave damage, outages in wake
CULLMAN, Ala. - Severe storms impacted Cullman County on Saturday, June 7, leaving significant damage and widespread power outages. High winds brought down trees...
Cullman Swim Team earns win over Albertville
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team traveled to Albertville for its first road meet of the season on Thursday, June 5 and they...
‘Health is wealth and movement is medicine’
The journey of Lauren Estes Fitness
“Health is wealth and movement is medicine!”
For Lauren Estes Bailey, owner of Lauren Estes Fitness, this isn’t just a...
FAITH: ‘It’s the best decision you can make in life’: Fairview’s Camden Cullen discusses relationship with God
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview's Camden Cullen will be a junior this upcoming school year, and in this interview, he talks about how big of...
COLUMN: Making memories for a lifetime
I have heard it said that real painters don’t need a drop cloth. One person who had told me that, later that same day...
Two rounds of potential severe weather today into Sunday
A Mesoscale Convective System (MCS) with a large or several clusters of storms will move across the northern half of the state from late...
ALEA warns Alabamians of nationwide phishing scam impersonating ‘Alabama DMV’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is warning residents about a nationwide phishing scam that has recently targeted Alabamians with fraudulent...
PREP SOCCER: ‘Playing alongside my best friends is an experience like no other’: Cullman’s Aubrey Hastings reflects on Bearcat career
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman senior Aubrey Hastings collected her diploma in May, and in this interview, she reflected on some of her favorite soccer...
Agriplex event highlights Red Hill School House, history of Cullman County education
CULLMAN, Ala. - As part of its monthly Heritage Skills series, the North Alabama Agriplex on Thursday, June 5, hosted an exhibit and presentation...
Cullman County EMA’s Brent McDonald talks tornado safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the ever-changing Alabama weather, residents must always be prepared for any eventuality. Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) EMA Specialist...
Whitehead, Guthrie voted Baileyton Volunteer, Citizen of the Year
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway called the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council to order on June 2, with Councilman Benny Guthrie...
Fairview Town Council discusses trailer park demolition, Air Evac contract
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Mayor Keith Henry called the monthly meeting of the Fairview Town Council to order on Monday, June 2. Councilwoman Julie Grimes...
FAITH: ‘God is in control’: Good Hope’s Cammi Graves reflects on how her faith has changed her life
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Cammi Graves feels so blessed to have God in her life, and He has helped her overcome...
PREP SPORTS: ‘At Vinemont, we are all one family’: Vinemont’s Aubrey Sandlin reflects on Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont senior Aubrey Sandlin collected her diploma in May, and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite sports memories...
West Point scholars heading to quizbowl championship
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point High School will compete in the Partnership for Academic Competition Excellence (PACE) National Scholastic Championship (NSC), June 7-8,...
Cullman City Schools: 2024-2025 year in review
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the 2024-2025 school year comes to a close, the Cullman City Board of Education is looking back at a year...
Taylor, Gay named May CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above...
FAITH: ‘God is always listening’: Vinemont’s Reagan Robinson talks about her relationship with God
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont's Reagan Robinson will be a senior this upcoming school year and in this interview, she talked about how much God...
Good Samaritan announces construction project out for bids
CULLMAN, Ala. – Good Samaritan Health Clinic Executive Director Jolanda Hutson on June 2, 2025, announced that the clinic’s new facility project is officially...
Active pattern returns Wednesday through the weekend
Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms return to the forecast across the southern half of the state Wednesday and statewide Friday through at least...
FAITH: Renovation Church welcomes new Senior Pastor Ryan Wilburn
VINEMONT, Ala. - Renovation Church said it is excited to announce Ryan Wilburn as its new senior pastor.
“Pastor Ryan, along with his fiancée Brittany...
FAITH: ‘Spread God’s word’: Holly Pond’s Ava Claire discusses how God has changed her life
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's Ava Claire will be a senior in August, and on May 25, Ava gave her life to Jesus...
‘Everyone just made it feel like home’: Good Hope’s Luke Shelton looks back on Raider years
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope senior Luke Shelton recently collected his high school diploma and in this interview, he shared some of his...
Cullman Regional: Hospital achieves zero CLABSI infection rate
CULLMAN, Ala. - In its most recent update, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI) dataset revealed that Cullman Regional...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Everyone truly cares for one another’: Fairview’s Ralie Gaines reflects on Aggie years
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview senior Ralie Gaines walked across the stage at Wallace State and picked up her diploma recently and in this interview,...
Tractor Supply opens in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tractor Supply Companyin Hanceville is celebrating its grand opening now through June 1. The company said there will be deals, daily...
ABC Board: New state regulations for vape products set to take effect June 1
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Effective June 1, Act 2025-403 passed by the Alabama Legislature and sponsored by Rep. Barbara Drummond, D-Mobile, designates two specific retail...
Mike Dean named Cullman City Schools athletic director
Updated May 31, 2025, at 11:26 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has announced the appointment of Coach Mike Dean as its new athletic...
Pet of the Week: Hey Joe!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Joe, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. He’s an approximately 4-month-old chocolate lab mix who is ready for your...
Archers raise nearly $5K at 14th annual Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer tournament
CULLMAN, Ala. – Over 100 archers from across the region gathered May 24-25 at the Cullman Community Archery Park for the 14th annual Bow-Up...
Wallace State releases spring 2025 President’s, Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 685 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring...
Jacobs proclaims May 31 ‘Relay For Life Day’ in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Saturday, May 31, 2025, “Relay For Life Day” in the city of Cullman. On-hand...
PREP CHEER: ‘I want to be remembered as the kind of person that never turned anyone away’: Cullman Christian’s Destiny Siegel reflects on Lion years
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Christian's Destiny Siegel collected her diploma recently and in this interview, she shares some of her favorite memories from her...
COLUMN: I can see clearly now
At my age, the time has come. One of the last parts of my body that was still working properly finally needs help, and...
Good Hope Council vacates portion of Williams Drive, awards bid for multi-use community center
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second May meeting at Good Hope City Hall Tuesday night and they kicked things...
‘Vinemont is like a big family’: Vinemont’s Lily Hasting looks back on Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont senior Lily Hasting just earned her diploma to wrap up her high school career and in this interview, she shared...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Be a great leader and a great person’: Good Hope’s Jathan Smith reflects on Raider years
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s Jathan Smith just collected his diploma last week and in this interview, he talked about some of his...
CHS graduate Evan Cherry awarded $1K 4-H scholarship
CULLMAN, Ala. - Recent Cullman High School graduate Evan Cherry was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Alabama 4-H Foundation for his years of...
New summer EBT benefits coming to families with eligible school children
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) in partnership with the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) plans to distribute Alabama...
Extension experts share best practices for washing produce as farmers’ markets open across the state
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — With farmers’ markets opening across the South, consumers are eager to enjoy fresh, locally grown produce. To ensure food safety...
Another round of rain and thunderstorms today
A Marginal Risk is in effect for most of the state today through at least Wednesday.
The next upper-level disturbance will spread rain and thunderstorms...
Red Hill School House to open for free June 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex and Peinhardt Living History Farm will open the doors of the Red Hill School House to the...
2nd annual Bartlett Baseball Camp set for June 18: Early registration open
BREMEN, Ala. - The second annual Bartlett Baseball Camp will return on Wednesday, June 18, at the Cold Springs High School baseball field. Organized...
Op-Ed: Duty doesn’t end at discharge – supporting our struggling heroes
As Memorial Day approaches, Americans nationwide prepare to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Ceremonies...
‘You only get to go to high school once, so make it count’: Holly Pond’s Rilee Shareck reflects on Bronco years
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond senior Rilee Shareck collected her diploma last Saturday and in this interview, shared some of her favorite memories...
COLUMN: Remember the Alamo
No, I did not fight at the Alamo, at least not in Texas. I arrived a little too late and missed it by at...
Line of storms expected today
A line of storms is likely today, enter northern Alabama early to mid-afternoon and travel southward through the evening hours. Damaging wind gusts and...
Hanceville library hosting poetry night May 30
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville will host a live poetry night on Friday, May 30, from 6-7 p.m.
Library Manager...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Overkill’ by J A Jance
“Overkill” is the 18th novel in J A Jance’s Ali Reynold’s series. Ali Reynolds has certainly undergone a transition from the first novel, “Edge of Evil,” published...
Cullman County Coroner’s Office hosts SUIDI training class
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Coroner’s Office on May 21-22, hosted a Sudden Unexplained Infant Death Investigation (SUIDI) training class at the Cullman...
Cullman County Memorial Day celebrations
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County is ready to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with various events for all ages. From night trail rides and car...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Wallace State reaches Final 3 with rout of Gaston in NJCAA World Series
YUMA, AZ. -- Wallace State Lions had a monumental task to keep their championship dreams alive as they faced the 7th-seeded Gaston in the...
Christ Covenant rummage sale raises over $22K for missions
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church in Cullman held its annual rummage sale May 16-17, raising an impressive $22,533. All proceeds will support...
Hogan back behind bars in Cullman County murder case
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man who was out on bond on a murder charge saw his bond revoked on Monday, May 19, by...
Pet of the Week: Sweet Snoopy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Snoopy, a 1-year-old Bassett Hound/Terrier mix, who is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
This loving pup has low/medium energy...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Lions get past Chipola in NJCAA World Series
The 11th-seed Wallace State Lions kept their championship dreams alive as they defeated 12th-seeded Chipola 4-3 in the NJCAA World Series in Yuma, AZ....
Commission approves airport bids, voting precinct change
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its May 20 meeting addressed infrastructure improvements, voting precinct change and a retirement recognition.
Commissioners approved a...
Local law enforcement: Tips for a safe Memorial Day Weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - Memorial Day Weekend is just days away, and local law enforcement provided tips for summer safety.
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry said...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Wallace State races past Navarro to advance in NJCAA National Tournament
The 11th-seed Wallace State Lions cruised to a 10-1 win over 20th-seed Navarro to remain alive in the NJCAA National Softball Tournament in Yuma,...
Smith Lake Park Memorial Day Festival and Car Show this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2025 Smith Lake Park Memorial Day Festival will take place this Saturday, May 24, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Lions split first 2 matchups at NJCAA World Series
YUMA, AZ. – The Wallace State Lions are in Arizona this week competing in this year’s NJCAA Division I Softball World Series and they...
CCPS kindergartners shine in ‘Barnyard Moosical’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kindergarten students at Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) brought a joyful and fun musical celebration to the stage last week, as...
The Flying Fifty Hotel hosting block party June 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Flying Fifty Hotel is teaming up with on-site businesses to host a Summer Block Party on Sunday, June 1, from...
‘We’re proud of what we’ve created together’
East Elementary Outdoor Classroom Recognition and Appreciation Ceremony
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students, faculty, staff and community partners gathered on Friday, May 16, to celebrate exciting...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Lions drop opening round game to Odessa College in NJCAA National Tournament
The Wallace State softball team opened the 2025 NJCAA National Tournament with a 6-2 loss to 6th-seeded Odessa College. The Lions will play again...
Wallace State Dental Hygiene Program celebrates Class of 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted a pinning ceremony for its Dental Hygiene program's Class of 2025. The event celebrated the...
Federation calls for Farming Feeds Alabama Photo Contest entries
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Farmers Federation is searching for a bumper crop of snapshots displaying forestry and agriculture through the Farming Feeds Alabama...
Another round of storms this afternoon
A Mesoscale Convective System (MCS) or large cluster of thunderstorms has produced wind damage and hail near and south of I-20 this morning. This...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Lions returning to World Series
Wallace State is returning to the NJCAA World Series for the fifth consecutive season and the ninth time in the last 10 tournaments.
The Lions...
