Another Little Free Library on the way
FALKVILLE, Ala. - Community supporter, avid reader and maker of all things homemade, Stephanie Sprouse, has applied for a third Little Free Library grant,...
PREP SOCCER: Cullman collects area wins over Jasper
CULLMAN, Ala. – After stormy weather postponed Cullman’s area matches against Jasper Thursday night, the ‘Cats were back on the field to face the...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Raiders shut out Hanceville 12-0
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Good Hope traveled to Hanceville for a varsity matchup with the Lady Bulldogs Friday afternoon and the Lady Raiders dominated from start to...
Severe weather begins this evening with outbreak Saturday into Sunday morning
Non-thunderstorm winds will be on the increase this morning, and by afternoon, gusts of 15-25 mph will occur, increasing to 20-30 mph this evening...
Goat Island hosting tie dye event March 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - Goat Island Brewing will host a tie dye event on Saturday, March 29, from 1-3 p.m.
Tap Room Manager Mandy Hamm said,...
PREP SOFTBALL: Fairview falls to Scottsboro at home, Thursday scoring recap
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After taking care of business on the road against Guntersville, the Fairview Lady Aggies looked to keep that momentum going at...
CPRST looking for Camp Cullman counselors
CULLMAN, Ala. - If you’re looking for a summer job where you’ll have fun and make a difference, then Camp Cullman might be right...
Native Azalea and Wildflower Sale coming March 22
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Master Gardeners will host their third annual Native Azalea and Wildflower Sale on Saturday, March 22, from 8...
Severe weather through Saturday morning with potential outbreak Saturday afternoon into Sunday
An upper-level disturbance will produce scattered showers and thunderstorms across the northern half of the state today, with scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms...
Fashion star
CSHS senior Savannah Bischoff wins 1st place fashion award at state FCCLA competition
BREMEN, Ala. - Earlier this month, Cold Springs High School students attended...
PREP BASEBALL: Aggies win county clash at West Point 10-2
WEST POINT, Ala. – Fairview made the trip to West Point for a county matchup with the Warriors Wednesday night and the Aggies racked...
St. Bernard Prep AP Biology students explore cancer genetics at HudsonAlpha
CULLMAN, Ala. - Under the guidance of instructor Connie Briehn, Advanced Placement (AP) Biology students from St. Bernard Preparatory School recently participated in an...
COLUMN: I’ll take a bottle of Coke, please
My first drinks of choice were either a Sun-Rise Orange, Nehi Grape or NuGrape. When I was a little older, my favorite became Coca-Cola....
WSCC ATHLETICS: Tinker, Sanders earn ACCC postseason honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Two Wallace State Community College women’s basketball players were recognized by the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) with postseason awards voted...
CHS hires Legendary Coach Tammy West as Lady Bearcats basketball coach
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman High School has found its new Lady Bearcats basketball coach in Tammy West, a 2022 Cullman County Sports Hall of...
CHS Southerner Yearbook inducted into Walsworth’s Gallery of Excellence
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monday was a special day for Cullman High School’s Southerner Yearbook staff. They learned recently that the 2025 yearbook was chosen...
Captivate Learning Center seeking students and educators
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local educator Lauren Rainwater opened the doors to Captivate Learning Center on Jan. 13, 2025, with the goal of changing the...
Davis, Kimbril named February CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above and beyond in...
Alabama teachers, state employees poised to gain paid parental leave
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – A paid parental leave bill could mean significant changes for educators and state employees across Alabama. The Alabama K-12 Public School...
Wallace State cuts ribbon on new softball field
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College cut the ribbon Saturday on the new softball field at Bobby McCraken Stadium/Pete Harris Softball Field before...
Files from Yesteryear: March 8, 1917
From the files of March 8, 1917
250 CABBAGE PLANTS FREE
To get our new farm paper circulated in Cullman county we will send free, postpaid...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Young, Anderson receive ACCC Postseason Awards
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Two Wallace State basketball players earned postseason awards from the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) for Division I in a selection...
Incident in Walmart parking lot deemed misunderstanding; teen issues apology
CULLMAN, Ala. — An incident involving a juvenile in the south Cullman Walmart parking lot on Wednesday night has been determined to be a...
Special homecoming
Military dad surprises family at Harmony School event
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School was the scene of heartwarming homecoming on Wednesday, March 5. The school...
Wallace’s Big Three lead Lions to ACCC Championship Game
The top-seeded Wallace State men’s basketball team won a 2025 Alabama Community College Conference Championship semifinal game against Lawson State on Friday Night at...
Vinemont’s monthly senior lunch March 17
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of Vinemont will host its annual senior event on Monday, March 17, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Vinemont...
Cullman City Schools job fair set for March 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is hosting a job fair on Thursday, March 20, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Cullman City Primary School.The district...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Ribbon cutting for new softball field set for Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College will hold a ribbon-cutting on Saturday, March 8 at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate the beautiful, new synthetic...
OmniPlex gets alcohol license; mayor: kids’ events will be safe
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday voted to approve a special events alcohol license for the new OmniPlex Sports and Civic...
Cullman No. 5 in Site Selection Magazine’s Micropolitan Rankings
CULLMAN, Ala. - For the 19th time in 23 years Cullman has earned a spot among the top micropolitan areas in the United States,...
Hartselle Theatre presents ‘Grease: School Version’ March 11-15
HARTSELLE, Ala. - Hartselle Theatre is set to bring the beloved musical "Grease" to life with a family friendly, school edition adaptation at Hartselle...
Get active this spring: Move Alabama happening through April 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman residents are invited to get moving this March and April with Move Alabama, a statewide community activity challenge designed to...
Commission meeting notes: Feb. 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Feb. 24, held a special-called meeting.
Commissioners awarded bid No. 1484 for a new bucket truck for...
Wallace State Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams receive byes in ACCC Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s men’s and women’s basketball teams each received byes for the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Division I...
Sweet! Students shine in FCCLA All-County Chocolate Cook-off
CULLMAN, Ala. - Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) students from various city and county high schools met at Cotton Creek Venue...
Very windy Tuesday with severe weather Tuesday evening into early Wednesday
CLANTON – Winds on Tuesday morning will be on the increase and by afternoon frequent gusts from 25-35 mph will occur, with a few...
Ivey appoints Cullman Regional CEO to Statewide Health Coordinating Council
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional CEO James Clements has been appointed by Gov. Kay Ivey to serve as a member of the Statewide Health...
Wallace State CDL program hosting meet and greet sessions
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is hosting two informative events in Hanceville and Oneonta, offering prospective students the opportunity to meet with...
Rachael Stover named director of admissions at St. Bernard Preparatory School
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School recently announced the appointment of Rachael Stover as its new director of admissions.
A Birmingham resident, Stover, the...
TACOMARG coming to Cullman Warehouse District
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new restaurant - TACOMARG - is set to open in Cullman’s Warehouse District this month.
Owner/Operator Joel Sanchez said TACOMARG won’t just...
Col. Don Fallin announces candidacy for House District 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - Retired U.S. Army Col. Don Fallin has announced his candidacy for House District 11. The seat is vacant now since former Rep....
‘It’s a great day to be a Lion’: Wallace State cuts ribbon on new turf baseball field
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Saturday was a special day at Wallace State’s James C. Bailey Stadium. Coaches, players, former players, administrators and more gathered to...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison wins Winston County Tournament
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted this year’s Winston County Baseball Tournament Saturday night, and it went quite well for the hometown Bulldogs. Addison dominated...
COLUMN: Honk if you lost a car
I own a red Chevrolet pick-up truck. When I bought it a few years ago, I decided that it would be a good idea...
St. Bernard Prep senior spotlight: Abigail McBride
St. Bernard Prep recognizes Abigail "Abby" McBride, who recently signed a volleyball scholarship to play for Bevill State College in Fayette, Alabama. McBride plans...
STATE TOURNAMENT: Good Hope falls to Trinity Presbyterian in 4A finals 67-27
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After grinding out a 38-30 win over St. Michael Catholic in the Class 4A Semifinals on Tuesday, Good Hope was back...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Softball ranked 11th in nation in Week 1 NJCAA poll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College Softball team is ranked 11th in the nation in the 2025 National Junior College Division 1...
FAITH: ‘We are never alone when we have God by our side’: Fairview’s Karlie English talks about how much God has meant to her
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior Karlie English feels blessed to have God in her life and in this interview, she shared some of her...
Wallace State to cut ribbon on new baseball field Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, March 1 to celebrate the beautiful, new synthetic turf baseball...
Cullman City Schools, CPRST join forces for Summer STEM Camp
Notice from Cullman City Schools and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism:
We are excited to invite K-8 students to our Summer STEM Camp, where...
STATE TOURNAMENT: Defense leads Good Hope past St. Michael 38-30, Raiders advance to 4A Finals
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Good Hope Lady Raiders cruised past Dora and Deshler to win their second straight Northwest Regional title last week, but...
Ivey calls special election for Alabama House District 11
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday, Feb. 24, signed a proclamation to set special election dates for Alabama House District 11. This...
Volunteers welcome at Shirley Burden Public Library
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Public Library, recently renamed the Shirley Burden Public Library, offers a volunteer program and recently shared one of its...
Op-Ed: Addison makes football coaching change; Who will be next to take the reins?
ADDISON, Ala. – In today's world of instant gratification and what have you done for me lately, it begs the question, what does a...
Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts to launch 12-week Performing Arts Camp in March
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts is introducing a new 12-week Performing Arts Camp, designed to help young performers develop their acting,...
COLUMN: The importance of reunions
How do you have a reunion with a group of people when you have never met most of them? You can do that when...
The Refuge Church of God Women’s Conference 2025 set for March 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Refuge Church of God in Cullman will host its free Women’s Conference 2025, “Come Bloom with Us,” on Saturday, March...
Aderholt cosponsors bill requiring American-made flags
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Friday, Feb. 21, announced in a media release that he is “a proud cosponsor of legislation...
‘Wine people are happy people’
Sipsey Winery opening in Cullman March 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sipsey Winery will open its Cullman location on Saturday, March 1, at 11 a.m. The...
St. Bernard Prep senior spotlight: Elle Tillitski
As she prepares to graduate from St. Bernard Preparatory School, Elle Tillitski reflects on a high school experience filled with adventure, academic achievement and...
St. Paul’s Benefit Dinner & Auction to honor longtime church secretary Sue Westerfield
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School will host its annual Benefit Dinner & Auction on Saturday, March 1, at 5 p.m....
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: February
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its monthly meeting on Feb. 18, the Cullman City School Board recognized multiple individuals and groups for their accomplishments.
Cynthia Parker,...
Tucker Gambrill of Cullman selected as Culverhouse Ambassador at The University of Alabama
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The Culverhouse Ambassadors are the official student representatives, tour guides and recruitment agents for The University of Alabama's Culverhouse College of...
Smith Lake primed to shine during Bassmaster College Series event
CULLMAN, Ala. — Smith Lake is as healthy as it’s ever been, according to guide Logan Johnson, which is good news for teams looking to make a...
City of Cullman unveils 1st green parking lot for events
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman this week announced the completion of its first-ever green parking lot, marking what it says is a...
Grand jury calls for abolition of Hanceville PD; 6 arrested
Updated Feb. 19, 2025, at 4:35 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Five Hanceville Police Department officers and one spouse of an officer were indicted by a...
Area students named to UWA President’s, Dean’s Lists
LIVINGSTON, Ala. - The University of West Alabama has announced more than 400 outstanding undergraduate students named to the President's List for the fall...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Good Hope punches ticket back to Final 4 with 70-50 win over Deshler
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The defending 4A state champion Good Hope Lady Raiders handled Dora in the Sweet 16 last week to set up another...
Park-It Market at The Link Feb. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County will host the Food Bank of North Alabama Park-It Market on Wednesday, Feb. 26. The mobile...
Cullman High’s Sheffield, Hollis named National Merit Finalists
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School seniors Nora Sheffield and Elianna Hollis have been named National Merit Finalists.
“We are thrilled to extend our sincere...
Cullman City Council: Updated 1st quarter revenue report shows economic impact of Christkindlmarkt
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday corrected its statement from earlier in the month about revenues for the first quarter of...
PREP SOFTBALL: Vinemont wins 14-12 shootout at Addison
Vinemont 14 - Addison 12 (Softball)
There was no shortage of offense in this game between the Vinemont Lady Eagles and the Addison Lady Bulldogs....
McSwain, Atkins named January 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...
Empty Bowls coming this Monday, Feb. 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 20th annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County Chili Dinner will take place Monday, Feb. 17, from 4-6:30 p.m. in Hearin...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Holly Pond falls to No. 1 Lauderdale County in Elite 8, 42-28
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After eliminating Phil Campbell in the Sweet 16, Holly Pond was back on the court Friday afternoon to face the top-ranked...
Aderholt highlights Karolewics’ testimony before House Appropriations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health & Human Services, and Education, on Wednesday,...
Pet of the Week: Meet peaceful and loving Snow Crystal
CULLMAN, Ala. - Snow Crystal, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a low-energy, 1-year-old Great Pyrenees who is ready for a new...
$2K Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Scholarship now available for Cullman County seniors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Thanks to the Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Scholarship Fund,a new $2,000 scholarship is now available for one deserving Cullman County high school...
PREP SOFTBALL: Addison’s Evans signs with Lurleen B. Wallace
ADDISON, Ala. – The library at Addison High School was full of students, teachers and parents on Thursday to witness the next step in...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Cullman falls to Hartselle in Sweet 16, 56-25
HANCEVILLE Ala. – After toppling Clay-Chalkville in the Sub-Regional last week, the Cullman Lady Bearcats were back on the court at the Northwest Regional...
Holly Pond woman killed in multivehicle crash
HOLLY POND, Ala. - A Holly Pond woman was killed Wednesday, Feb. 12, in a multivehicle crash.
Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Betty...
‘Free File’ now open to Alabama income tax filers for 2025 season
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama taxpayers with a qualifying 2024 adjusted gross income can prepare their 2024 state and federal income tax returns online using...
Chamber hosting ‘Keeping Your Body Healthy at Work’ Lunch & Learn Feb. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Lunch & Learn workshop, titled Keeping Your Body Healthy at Work, on...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: West Point falls to Arab in 51-50 thriller
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After a dominant performance against Ardmore in the Sub-Regional, the West Point Lady Warriors were back in action Thursday morning, taking...
Goat Island hosting special Valentine’s Celebration for beer lovers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Goat Island Brewing will host a special Valentine's Celebration for beer lovers and sweethearts alike.
“Join us on Feb. 14 for an...
Next Vinemont senior lunch set for Feb. 17
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Community Center will be the place to be for seniors on Monday, Feb. 17. That’s when the Town of...
St. Bernard Prep senior spotlight: Rowan Hines
Rowan Hines, a senior at St. Bernard Preparatory School, is a student with her sights set on greatness. Currently ranked in the top three...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Holly Pond advances to Elite 8 with 40-37 win over Phil Campbell
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After downing Colbert County in the Sub-Regional, the Holly Pond Lady Broncos were back on the court competing in the Northwest...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Cold Springs holds on to top Sulligent 46-38, advances to Elite 8
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Cold Springs Lady Eagles dominated Lexington in the Sub-Regional to punch their ticket to the Sweet 16 and their postseason...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Meek edges Athens Bible 41-39 to advance to Elite 8
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After handling Sumiton Christian in the Sub-Regional on Saturday, the Meek Tigers were back in action at Wallace State’s Tom Drake...
CHS cheerleaders earn high marks at national competition
Cullman High School’s cheerleading teams performed and finished incredibly high at the recent National High School Cheer Competition (NHSCC), hosted at the ESPN Wide...
COLUMN: I have gone back to college
I am most thankful to have had the opportunity to get a college and seminary education. There was a time in my younger life...
Cullman City Primary School kindergarten registration info for 2025-2026
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School is looking ahead to the 2025-2026 school year, with calendar dates and registration information now available for...
Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts to host Audition Workshop Feb. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - Aspiring performers looking to sharpen their audition skills will have a unique opportunity to learn from industry professionals at the upcoming...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point drops Sub-Regional matchup with Brewer 59-54
WEST POINT, Ala. – It was a packed house inside West Point’s Jim Boyd Gymnasium Saturday night as the Warriors faced off against the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman falls to Clay-Chalkville in Sub-Regional, 50-49
CULLMAN, Ala. – After defeating Jasper to win the area title earlier this week, Cullman was back home at Bearcat Arena Saturday night for...
EDAA welcomes Jamie Troutman as new board president
CULLMAN, Ala. – Jamie Troutman has been appointed president of the Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA) Board of Directors, officially assuming the role...
Hanceville’s McKean named to Abilene Christian University fall 2024 Dean’s Honor Roll
ABILENE, Texas - Abilene Christian University has named Kaci McKean of Hanceville to the fall 2024 Dean's Honor Roll. McKean is a senior Art...
WSCC Broadway Night production to focus on ‘Love: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Love will be in the air at Wallace State Community College on Thursday, Feb. 13, when the Fine and Performing Arts...
Pet of the Week: Order up! Meet Soft Taco
CULLMAN, Ala. - Soft Taco, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a beautiful terrier/hound mix who is approximately 3 years old. He is...
