Local Government

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County residents are being asked to share their concerns about roadway safety as the county develops a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan.  Cullman County Economic Development announced the county is working on the plan through the federally funded SS4A...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Tree Commission met Tuesday, June 16, in the Administration Conference Room at city hall. The meeting was held in the conference room rather than the city hall auditorium because the auditorium was being used as a polling location for the Primary Runoff Election.  During the city...

BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council at its June 15 meeting adopted a new amusement and gaming device ordinance and announced an upcoming event. The council addressed Ordinance No. 2026-002, to amend Ordinance No. 2026-005 pertaining to business licenses for amusement and gaming devices. “Anything...

Updated June 19, 2026, at 8:27 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – At its meeting on Monday, June 15, the Cullman City Council set a public hearing for Ordinance No. 2026-39, regarding residential fencing Building Inspector Brandon Lewis explained that the ordinance expands on the city’s existing one....

DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council met Thursday, June 11, to review town finances and discuss several community projects and maintenance needs.  Council members approved minutes from the previous meeting and reviewed monthly financial reports. Officials reported the town's general account ended the month with a...

COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council at its June meeting voted to postpone its clean-up event that was scheduled for June 13, due to weather. Mayor Jasmine Cole said the cleanup will be rescheduled.   “We will postpone until the weather permits,” Cole advised.   The Council also had its first reading of Resolution No....

HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday, June 1, awarded a bid for cameras and discussed park updates.  At last month’s meeting, the council discussed the installation of approximately 45 new cameras around town hall, the senior center, event center, concession stand and library. On Monday, they reviewed two bids.   The first, from...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Monday addressed a full agenda including multiple items related to the town’s parks and recreation facilities and staff. The council passed resolutions to:  Pay the park’s concession stand director $2,000 for her work during the recently completed ball...

VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 2, discussing long-term projects and annexation opportunities.   During the work session, council members discussed several long-term projects and priorities for the future. Topics included a potential addition to town hall, updating...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its meeting on Thursday, May 28, the Hanceville City Council approved park improvement funding and a liquor license for a local restaurant.   Parks  Councilman Robert Powell explained the proposal of combining the C.W. Day Park improvement project and park fencing project into one larger, three-phase project, with a budget of $525,000   “Kind of what it would do is, instead of...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council had a regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, May 26. During the financial reports, council members reviewed grant reimbursements related to a USDA-funded project, alcohol license revenue and accounting transfers between city funds. Councilmembers discussed reviewing additional financial...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Officials from Cullman Electric Cooperative and Cullman County recently met to discuss the transition of water and sanitation billing services from Cullman Electric back to Cullman County. After months of planning, both organizations have agreed on a tentative transition date of Sept. 1,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at its meeting on Tuesday, May 26, passed a resolution to approve an economic development tax abatement for “Project Panel” in the amount of $364,914. The total capital investment for the project is expected to be $5,335,500....

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its May 21 meeting approved a range of grants, infrastructure projects and resolutions.   The commissioners congratulated Cullman County Animal Control Officers Johnny Jarrett and Cooper Harris for graduating from the police academy and thanked them for their service to the county.   The commission passed a resolution to lower the...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments met Tuesday, May 19, at Technology Village at 105 Clark St. NE. The meeting was called to order by Zach Lee at 5:30 p.m.  The board approved minutes of the prior meeting from Tuesday, April 21, 2026.   The commissioners said the Brock Trace Subdivision agenda item was withdrawn.   The lot is located near the...

BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council at its Monday, May 18 meeting addressed road projects and more.   The council said paving of Mt. Carmel Drive and County Road 1615 has not begun, though Councilman Steve Clark reported portions of the base have been started.   In...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at a special-called meeting on Monday, May 18, voted to seek a grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program to develop a safety plan for area roadways. The Alabama Department...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council at its Thursday, May 14, spoke about park improvements, a new generator, rezoning and more.  The Council discussed a $310,000 bid for fencing adjustment options at C.W. Day Park. The work would replace rusted fencing around the park, tennis courts and ball field complex.  “That’s a lot of money for a fence that isn’t falling down,” said Mayor Nolan Bradford.   The Council said residents expressed that the fence is...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed May 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month in the city of Cullman, recognizing the importance of mental wellness and continued efforts to expand awareness, support and access to care throughout the community.  The proclamation highlights that mental health is an essential part of...

DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council at its May 14 meeting discussed financial updates, infrastructure projects and audit findings.   The council approved the March financial report, which showed a general fund ending balance of approximately $383,587. Additional account balances included more than $1 million in certificates of deposit and roughly...

COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council at its Tuesday, May 12, meeting discussed town clean-up efforts and the purchase of a new hitch trimmer mower attachment.   Councilwoman Mary Parker reported that she and Mayor Jasmine Cole had discussed the purchase of a 3-point hitch trimmer mower attachment for a tractor to help clear overgrowth. They council voted...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council, at its meeting on Monday night, approved multiple rezoning ordinances and awarded a bid for the Scott Drive sewer project.   The Scott Drive sewer project received 12 bids. Council members unanimously approved awarding the project to C.D. Roberts Contracting with a bid of...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at its Monday, May 11, meeting approved several special event requests, including the Christina Chambers Twilight 5K Run, honoring the late Christina Chambers. As The Tribune reported in March, the event is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 7, at...

HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting on Monday, May 4, announced park upgrades and discussed the upcoming Pops in the Park event.   The concession stand at Governors Park has been repainted. Councilman Eli Howard said the council is awaiting a quote for the roof of the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday, May 4, presented the City of Cullman’s Small Business Week proclamation in his office at Cullman City Hall, formally recognizing May 3–9, 2026, as Small Business Week in the city of Cullman. Present for the proclamation...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday, April 27, heard from local advocates and state leaders who spoke about child welfare issues and funding for city infrastructure.  Alyson Miley, representing Cullman Caring for Kids and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), shared details about services for vulnerable children and families, explaining that...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met April 21 at Cullman City Hall. City Arborist Shane Bivins reported business as usual and responded to several inquiries about tree clearing and other work currently taking place at city parks. The only new business on the...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council, during the public comments portion of its April 23 meeting, heard from Cullman Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Alyson Stewart on the subject of child abuse.    “It’s become a popular subject, but not decreasing in numbers, unfortunately,” she said.   April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and one of the ways people raise awareness...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on April 21, recognized Ryans Creek Cemetery and Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery for being listed on the Alabama Historical Commission’s Alabama Historic Cemetery Register.   According to the Alabama Historical Commission, the register is “the state’s official list of historic cemeteries in Alabama....

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments & Appeals at its April 21 meeting approved an expansion for Auto Zone.   Auto Zone, located at 210 Second Ave. NW, will expand from 9,000 square feet to 16,000 square feet. The board said the expansion will improve the location for customers as well as neighboring businesses. It will allow better...

BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council at its meeting Monday, April 20, announced a ribbon cutting for the Berlin Farmers Market will take place Friday, May 8, at 4 p.m. Lemonade and cookies will be provided by the council. The market is located at 50 Mt. Carmel Dr.   Mayor Patrick Bates introduced Ordinance...

CULLMAN, Ala. – At the City of Cullman Planning Commission’s April meeting, Commissioner  Michael Sullins announced the Commission would be requesting an updated Comprehensive Plan from the Cullman City Council.  “It is recommended by the code of Alabama that the Comprehensive Plan be updated every 5-10 years, and we are outside of that number. Therefore, we are overdue,” Sullins stated....

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday split 3-2 over a resolution offering $800,000 in financial incentives to Rural King to support a 90,000-square-foot retail store. The store is under construction on Cullman’s south side at 309 Olive St. SW across the...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an economic development agreement tied to a proposed Rural King store, advancing a project officials said would bring a $14 million investment, about 45 full-time jobs and a major new retail presence to Cullman. According...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at is April 9 meeting addressed online registration for youth parks and recreation league sports.   Council members voted to use Jarvis Recreation Management registration management software as a way to make signups more efficient.   In comparison, there were three in-person signups this year. The council said using online registration would...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its April 6 meeting distributed funds to local schools and held a public hearing about vacating roads.    With increased funding of $15,000 to distribute among Holly Pond schools, Mayor Carla Hart expressed the importance of having the elementary, middle and high school budgets be fairly distributed. Each...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Planning Commission met at the city hall auditorium on April 7.   The commission held a public hearing regarding two subdivisions in progress. First on the agenda was Iron Hills at Cross Creek. This subdivision is located along County Road 490 off Gold Course Road Southwest.   A letter from David Hayes, president...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at its Monday, April 6, meeting took a few moments to recognize winners of the local Elks Club 2026 Hoop Shoot.   Winners included Alex Wood of Holly Pond Elementary School, Avery Stricklin of Good Hope Elementary School, Kylie Minor of East Elementary School, John Carl Knight of Sacred...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed April 12–18, 2026  Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in the city of Cullman, recognizing the critical role emergency dispatchers play in protecting lives and property across the community.  Public Safety Telecommunicators serve as the first point of contact during emergencies, answering calls, gathering...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council has adopted a new ordinance designed to reshape how the city plans, funds and executes street and transportation infrastructure projects, tying long-term planning directly to the budgeting process.  The measure formally establishes an annual Street and Transportation Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan and...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council at its March 23 meeting discussed roads, zoning, parks and more.   During departmental updates, council members noted that ongoing roadwork remains a priority and that additional paving is planned near city hall. The council said there is a need to inspect sections of roadway where sewer lines run beneath...

BERLIN, Ala. - Due to weather conditions on March 16, the Berlin Town Council rescheduled its monthly meeting to March 23. There were no public comments at this meeting and the council approved last month's minutes before moving on to news about Christmas in the town.  “I have a surprise,” Mayor Patrick Bates...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday adopted an ordinance to establish procedures for the City’s Annual Street and Transportation Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan.   The ordinance maintains the City’s compliance with Alabama Code § 23-8-8,  which –  according to the ordinance – “requires municipalities receiving state transportation funds to adopt an annual transportation...

WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, March 16, highlighting a community partnership that will support a major addition to the town’s recreational space.  The council entered into a $50,000 matching agreement with Premier Bank of the...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission began its March 17 meeting with Cullman County Tourism Bureau Executive Director Harmony Heard, who gave an overview of the newly launched Visit Cullman website (www.VisitCullman.com), designed to promote the county as a travel destination.  Heard said the website features curated itineraries and experiences, including...

DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council addressed financial updates, park improvements and upcoming community events during its recent meeting on Thursday, March 12, before hearing remarks from a candidate for Cullman County sheriff.  Council members approved meeting minutes and the town’s financial reports. The February...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Monday, March 9, meeting discussed tourism activities, infrastructure updates, a major award and hemp regulations. The meeting commenced as follows. As the floor opened for public comments, Mike Pitts, Republican candidate for Cullman County Revenue Commissioner,...

COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council gathered for its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 10, where Mayor Jasmine Cole announced that there is a website in the works for the town. No timeline was given, but expect an update in the future.    The meeting proceeded with reports from standing committees. Starting with finance, the...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council’s regular meeting on Monday, March 9, was extremely brief.   The council heard from Kenneth Cornelius, Republican candidate for Cullman County Revenue Commissioner.   In committee reports, there were no updates on streets or utilities.   Councilman Greg Brown said the city’s annual Senior Fish...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman was honored Thursday, March 5, with the Rainer Bauer Award, the highest recognition presented by the Alabama Germany Partnership (AGP), during the organization’s annual meeting.  The Rainer Bauer Award recognizes individuals and organizations whose work meaningfully advances AGP’s...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Town Council at its Monday, March 2, meeting began with attendees praying for Former Mayor Randall Shedd as he prepares for a medical procedure this week. During updates on ongoing projects, the council reported improvements at the town ballpark are...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting Monday, March 2, addressed upgrades at Governor’s Park, upcoming events and more.   In old business, Mayor Carla Hart discussed four new picnic tables for Governor's Park. She informed the council that the...

VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 3, addressing several items related to town operations and upcoming community events.  Among the items approved during the meeting was the purchase of 15 parking bumpers for the additional...

HANCEVILLE. Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at its last meeting announced a new city website will launch soon. The key takeaways of the new website are: If you need to know where to pay your light, water or gas bill the proper facilities addresses and...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman was recently recognized as a Tree City USA community for the 38th consecutive year and received the prestigious Growth Award from the Arbor Day Foundation. The national recognition honors Cullman’s continued commitment to planting, growing and maintaining trees throughout the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening held first readings and public hearings for proposed rewording of certain portions of its zoning ordinance to allow for “non-conforming” construction and reconstruction, along with a new “residential enhancement” incentive program for removal and...

CULLMAN, Ala. The City of Cullman was recognized today for its growing and continued support of the Alabama chapter of the STAR International Police Exchange (IPE) Program, as Operations Lt. Eric W. Cole of the Cullman Police Department presented Mayor Woody Jacobs with a commemorative plaque at city hall.  The plaque serves as a token of appreciation for the City’s partnership and involvement in the STAR IPE Program, which fosters professional development and lasting friendships between law enforcement officers in Alabama, Germany and Spain.  “This plaque represents our gratitude for the City of Cullman’s continued support of the STAR International Police Exchange Program,” said Cole, current leader of the Alabama STAR IPE Chapter. “From City administration to Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism and our police department, it has truly been a team effort. The City’s help with transportation, activities, and coordination made 2025 an outstanding and productive year for the program. I look forward to continuing to grow this partnership and strengthening our connection with our friends in Germany.”  The STAR IPE Program, now celebrating its 40th anniversary, began with a shared bond between police officers in Hamburg, Germany and Los Angeles, California. Today, chapters operate across Germany, Spain and the United States. Each year, Germany hosts an exchange in the spring, Spain in the summer and American agencies in the fall. Officers participate in a two-week professional and cultural exchange, staying with host officers and their families while learning about each country’s equipment, procedures and training methods. The Alabama STAR IPE Chapter was established in 2009 in the Decatur area. For many years, the Cullman Police Department has served as a host agency, welcoming international officers to tour facilities, observe training and engage with agencies across the state.  In 2025, the City of Cullman played an especially important role in supporting the program. Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism coordinated activities that coincided with the city’s annual Oktoberfest celebration, providing guests with an authentic experience that left a strong impression. Several visiting officers even returned during their free time to enjoy more of the festival.  Transportation for a traveling group of officers across Alabama can present logistical challenges, but the City helped address that need by providing a City van so participants could travel together. This support allowed for smoother coordination and more meaningful time spent building professional and personal connections.  “We’re glad to be part of something that builds real relationships,” said Jacobs. “Programs like this give people the chance to learn from each other and see how others do their work. We’re proud to support it and proud that Cullman can play a small role in strengthening those international ties.”  AL STAR IPE is a two-week professional exchange between law enforcement officers from Alabama, Germany and Spain. The program balances professional development with cultural immersion and personal connection, creating lasting relationships while offering valuable insight into different approaches to policing across nations.  For more information about the STAR International Police Exchange Program, contact Lt. Eric W. Cole, operations lieutenant, Cullman Police Department, at 256-775-7175. 

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on Feb. 19, approved a $499,640 tax abatement for “Project Scoreboard.” The commission said the unnamed local company plans to invest $10 million in new production equipment, creating 15 jobs paying $25 per hour...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County will bring its water and sanitation billing operations in-house after Cullman Electric Cooperative informed County officials it would discontinue billing services later this year. The Tribune first reported this change earlier this month.   Around July 2025, Cullman Electric Cooperative approached...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, in the city hall auditorium with all members present.  Chairman Barry Slatton welcomed Leanne West back as recorder and introduced two new commission members: Rob Werner and Trey Tidwell.  Arborist Shane Bivins provided...

BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council at its meeting on Monday, Feb. 16, discussed bids, the Berlin Farmers Market and more.    The meeting began with council members discussing bids for mowing, bushhogging and maintenance of Town property. There were three bidders and members motioned...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at a special-called meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 10, unanimously approved an agreement with local company Computer Network Inc. (CNI) to provide billing services for the County’s Water and Sanitation Departments.   Previously, water and sanitation charges were included in customers’...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. -  The Good Hope City Council at its Monday, Feb. 9, meeting discussed financial updates. The council reported that tax revenue has increased by 25% compared to the same period last year, totaling approximately $25,000 in additional revenue. Growth was attributed...

Updated headline Feb. 13, 2026 CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, Feb. 9, offered its thanks to U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama for securing $13.5 million in a recently passed appropriations bill to replace the old and narrow “swayback” bridge on U.S....

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council tapped Jamie Troutman as interim director of the Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) at its January meeting. The action followed the resignation of longtime director Dale Greer on Jan. 12, 2026. Troutman will be named the director...

VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 3, with members approving several infrastructure improvements and community support items during the session.  Council members approved a series of capital and maintenance projects aimed at improving town facilities,...

City of Cullman business license renewals were due Jan. 1, 2026. Licenses not renewed by Feb. 1 are delinquent.    The City has mailed courtesy renewal forms. These forms are also available at www.cullmanal.gov/depts/admin and at Cullman City Hall (204 Second Ave. NE).  For more information, call...

GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Town of Garden City has been awarded $520,000 in federal funding to support improvements to its water system. The funding, according to U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, was awarded through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Community Grants program. The grant...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday approved moving forward with a traffic study tied to school-area congestion. It also advanced an ordinance establishing local licensing for hemp product sales in-line with State regulations and agreed on “Multiplex” as the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Tuesday, Jan. 27, after a lengthy closed-door executive session, voted to terminate the employment of Cullman Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent Shannon “Jake” Calloway, 38, of Arley, following his arrest on Dec. 17, 2025, for allegedly placing...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Tuesday, Jan. 27, after a lengthy closed-door executive session, voted to terminate the employment of Cullman Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent Shannon “Jake” Calloway, 38, of Arley, following his arrest on Dec. 17, 2025, for allegedly placing...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Hanceville Mayor Paul Campbell has resigned from office, effective immediately, citing the ongoing impact of personal loss and the demands facing the City as reasons for his decision. In a letter released Tuesday, Campbell said the sudden death of his wife, Kyla,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Jan. 25–31, 2026 Lutheran Schools Appreciation Week in the city of Cullman, recognizing the long-standing educational and spiritual impact of St. Paul’s Lutheran School on the community.  St. Paul’s Lutheran School has served Cullman continuously since...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama on Friday, Jan. 23, announced $2.5 million in federal funding for Wallace State Community College’s Lions’ Village project in Hanceville, as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. The funding will...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Jan. 25–31, 2026 as Catholic Schools Week in the city of Cullman, recognizing the long-standing commitment of Sacred Heart School to academic excellence, faith formation and service to the community. Sacred Heart School, part of the...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama on Friday, Jan. 23, said he secured $13.5 million in federal funding for the U.S. Highway 278 St. Bernard Bridge replacement and supporting infrastructure project in Cullman, as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development appropriations bill...

BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council at its meeting Monday, Jan. 19, welcomed Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Cheryl Hawkins, who answered questions regarding the installation of a Flock Safety camera near Welcome Mini Storage at 5945 County Road 747.  Councilman Keith Hardman stated...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday honored multiple City staffers, including the outgoing head of Cullman’s economic development for the last generation. In his remarks, Mayor Woody Jacobs presented a resolution to honor Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) Director Dale Greer...

DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council approved multiple resolutions and ordinances during its regular meeting held Jan. 8.  Among the items approved was a resolution proclaiming January Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The resolution acknowledges human trafficking as a public health and safety...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Dale Greer, director of the Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA), is set to retire after decades of service in Cullman, bringing to a close a career defined by steady growth, long-term planning and an emphasis on relationships and collaboration. Greer was named...

CULLMAN, Ala. - City of Cullman residents who have a passion for trees and community stewardship are encouraged to apply to serve on the Cullman Tree Commission.   The advisory board helps guides local leaders on the care, preservation and expansion of the city’s urban forest.  The...

VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 6, approving several resolutions and addressing updates related to operations and infrastructure.  During the meeting, council members approved Resolution No. 2026-01-01, establishing new operating hours for Vinemont Town Hall....

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Mayors and Commissioners Association met Wednesday, Dec. 17, at Terri Pines to review how sales, use and lodging tax revenue is collected and distributed among municipalities, school systems and county services.  Officials explained that multiple state laws govern tax...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Earlier this week, leaders with the City of Cullman met with officials from Cullman City Schools to celebrate the continued commitment to the district’s long-term capital improvement plan.The City presented the school system a $600,000 check to support the Safety and...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday took on a huge slate of business and recognitions packed into its last meeting of 2025.  Achievements recognized  Councilman and Public Safety Committee Chair Chuck Shikle recognized:  Cullman Police Department School Resource Officer of the Year Daniel Palisay  CPD...

VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, Dec. 8, addressing financial updates and municipal equipment during a brief session. Council members approved two resolutions during the meeting. Resolution No. 2025-12-01 authorized the closure of the Municipal Park...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs recently recognized Steve Cummings for his years of service on the City of Cullman Planning Commission. Cummings served on the commission from May 14, 2007, up until a couple of months ago, participating in the review and discussion...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday, Dec. 8, revisited earlier agreements regarding a subdivision off Leonard Road. The council noted it previously promised nearby residents that Leonard Road would remain closed to subdivision traffic. Requests have been made to reopen...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Dec. 8, took on multiple tasks including property annexations, money for airport improvements, updating City ordinances and setting meeting times for 2026. In old business, the council approved ordinances: to annex property owned by Unconquered Homes,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council met Monday, Nov. 17, and moved through a full agenda that included a moratorium on new R-4 residential developments. Resolution 2026-36 establishes a temporary moratorium on new R-4 residential development in the city of Cullman. The resolution cites...

VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council held its scheduled organizational meeting on Monday, Nov. 3, which served as the official swearing-in ceremony for the newly elected mayor and council members. The evening opened with an invocation led by Vinemont Middle School Principal Todd Johnson,...

WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday, Nov. 3, held an organizational meeting and swearing-in ceremony. Members were seated on the town council and appointed to leadership roles for the upcoming term. Since no candidate qualified to run for mayor in...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Town of Holly Pond swore in the mayor and council for their new terms on Monday, Nov. 3. The meeting began with an invocation and Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Carla Hart. Before taking her oath Hart stated, “We...

GOOD HOPE GOOD HOPE, Ala. -  The City of Good Hope on Monday, Nov. 3, swore in council members and the mayor for their new terms. Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Gregory Nicholas administered the oaths of office. Mayor Jerry Bartlett took the oath for another...

BERLIN, Ala. – New and incumbent members of the Berlin Town Council were sworn in at the council’s meeting on Monday, Nov. 3. Vinemont Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser administered the oaths of office for Mayor Patrick Bates and  Councilmembers Donald Gunter, Edith Stevenson, Eudon Bates...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. - It was a night of new beginnings in Fairview Monday, Nov. 3, as new Mayor  Clint Haynes and several new council members were officially sworn in. Friends, family and residents filled the town hall to show their support and welcome the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman swore in its new city council and named City officials in front of a packed city hall auditorium Monday evening. Judges Rusty Turner and Emily Niezer Johnston swore in Mayor Woody Jacobs and a mix of new and...

CULLMAN, Ala. - In a stated “significant move toward enhancing safety measures within Cullman City Schools,” a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been established between Cullman City Schools and the Cullman Police Department. This updated agreement aims to bolster security infrastructure and response...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County voters face a more complex election cycle this year, with overlapping special elections and municipal contests scheduled for August. Cullman County Probate Judge Tammy Brown is urging all eligible voters to prepare early to avoid confusion and ensure their...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday took steps to improve multiple aspects of city residents' lives, from the airport to sewers under the streets. The council passed resolutions to: Enter into a contract with St. John & Associates for sanitary sewer collection system...