FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary School has a new addition: a Little Free Library.
School Librarian Jenny Helton said the Little Free Library was purchased with funds raised from the community, to help students and families have access to books they can take home and keep. “I decided on this project after noticing how often students asked if there were books...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging is seeking volunteers to help deliver hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors across the county, a service officials say helps senior adults remain in their homes longer.
Director Stephanie Lawson said the homebound meals program operates through seven full-time senior centers located in Colony, Crane Hill, Cullman, Fairview, Hanceville, Holly Pond...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for seasonal lifeguards for the summer 2026 season, according to a recent announcement from the department.
The seasonal positions will run from Memorial Day Weekend through the start of the school year. Pre-season training and facility preparation are scheduled to begin in mid-May.
According to the...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex announced it will welcome Alabama author Heather C. Morris for three separate classes.
On Friday, Feb. 13, Morris will meet with the Heritage Homeschool Elementary students from 9-11 a.m. The class, entitled “Trunk Goes Thunk with Heather Morris,” will focus on her picture book, opposites in nature and exploring the wide world around...
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County invests donor dollars back into local nonprofits that are working every day to improve life for residents of Cullman County.
Resource Development & Outreach Manager Taylor Johnson said through a community-guided process, these funds help support programs that strengthen the county and help individuals and families thrive.
“United Way’s allocations process is a...
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School’s Scholars Bowl team hosted a fundraising concert in the school auditorium Jan. 17, featuring a rising local band led by one of the school’s own students. The event showcased Raine, fronted by 17-year-old Sophie Henry, daughter of the team’s coach, Lee Henry.
The concert raised funds to support the Scholars Bowl team...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama’s long-delayed medical cannabis program is moving closer to becoming operational following recent action by the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission. Cullman County remains positioned as a future dispensary location after years of regulatory delays and legal challenges.
The program was authorized by the Alabama Legislature in 2021 through the Darren Wesley “Ato” Hall Compassion Act. The law...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Honey bee enthusiasts are invited to see what all the buzz is about at the 31st Annual Alabama Beekeepers Symposium Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Wallace State Community College School of Nursing and Center for Science in Hanceville.
Educators from the Alabama Cooperative Extension System at Auburn University are excited to share this educational and training...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The inaugural Alabama’s Ultimate Fishing Expo drew large crowds and widespread praise as anglers and outdoor enthusiasts filled the Cullman OmniPlex from Friday, Jan.16, through Sunday, Jan.18, for what organizers are calling the largest fishing expo ever held in Alabama.
Vendors from across the country shared positive feedback following the three-day event. In a Facebook comment following...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Literacy Council (CALiCo) met Jan. 14 to review recent activities and discuss upcoming events and priorities to expand literacy outreach in Cullman County.
The meeting marked the final formal meeting of the current school year, with planning already underway for next year. Upcoming initiatives include increased community engagement, expanded book giveaways and participation in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board at its regular meeting on Thursday, Jan. 15, saw the Cullman Rotary Club present a $5,000 donation to the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County for its capital campaign. The donation will go toward bathroom renovations, with the goal of making them ADA-compliant and accessible to all library...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for multiple employment opportunities, including one full-time position and several seasonal roles ahead of the upcoming recreation season.
The department is currently looking for a full-time light equipment operator.
According to the job description, the position reports to the park director and assistant park director and involves operating and maintaining equipment...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Applications are now open for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), offering eligible low-income seniors in Cullman County and throughout Alabama a $50 benefit card to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from certified farmers at local farmers markets and farm stands.
The program helps seniors access locally grown produce while supporting area farmers.
Funding is limited and...
Safe Haven Baby Box installed at Cullman Fire Rescue Station No. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local leaders and community members gathered Thursday, Jan. 15, at Cullman Fire Rescue Station No. 3 to bless and officially open a Safe Haven Baby Box, marking the city’s newest resource for parents in crisis seeking a safe and anonymous way to surrender an infant.
The...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma's Coffee House is inviting the community to anonymously share their secrets this January through an interactive art installation inspired by the community mail art project, PostSecret.
The installation, which runs through the end of January, encourages people to decorate a postcard and write an anonymous secret on it, then submit it for display in the coffee...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools hosted a community open house Sunday, Jan. 11, with City and State officials cutting the ribbon on Phase II of the large-scale Cullman Middle School expansion project. The event offered residents a first look at newly completed instructional spaces.
The Cullman City School Board in summer 2021 set the vision of providing a safe...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Monday, Jan. 12, announced the upcoming retirement of Chief Deputy Brett Holmes, who will conclude his distinguished career at the end of February after nearly 28 years of dedicated service to the residents of Cullman County.
The CCSO said Holmes began his career with the department in March nearly three decades...
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 director of the CEDA effective June 1, 2017, following the retirement of longtime director Peggy...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Youth artists who live in households or receive housing-related services managed by the Cullman Housing Authority are invited to take part in the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) “What Home Means to Me” poster contest.
The contest is open to youth ages 5–18 and is part of a national program sponsored by NAHRO.
Since 2008,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library is pairing with a former professional boxer to host a free introductory boxing class on Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 10-11 a.m. at the Sweet Science Boxing Club.
The class will be led by Spencer Swope, also known as “Smokin’ Swopey,” a former professional boxer and owner of Sweet Science Boxing Club, a...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Polar Bear Plunge will return Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, inviting residents to brave the cold for a cause at WildWater and the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center (CWAC).
The event is scheduled for 10 a.m. and is free to enter. Optional donations will benefit Special Olympics of Alabama, supporting athletes and programs across the state.
Hosted...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. is in the midst of a capital campaign intended to raise funds for a multiphase expansion that will include the purchase of property, as well as program and facility growth.
Hope Horses has operated for the past 11 years, providing adaptive horseback riding lessons for children and adults with physical, cognitive, social...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Good Samaritan Health Clinic announces a $28,350 grant from Tyson Foods.
This investment will allow Good Samaritan Health Clinic to continue its mission to deliver sustainable, long-term care and all-around wellness to the uninsured members of-Cullman County.
"We are grateful and thrilled to receive this generous support from Tyson Foods," said Jolanda Hutson, executive director. "Partnerships like this...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A volunteer workday has been scheduled to continue construction on the East Cullman Baptist Association’s (ECBA’s) disaster relief warehouse building. The workday will take place Saturday, Jan. 17, from 8 a.m.-noon at the construction site adjacent to the ECBA Ministry Resource Center.
The warehouse is being built as part of the association’s ongoing disaster relief efforts in...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The first “After Hours” distribution at The Pantry at The Link this year is coming up Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 4:30-7 p.m. After Hours distributions are designed to serve individuals and families who are unable to visit during The Link’s normal business hours.
The initiative was created in response to feedback from community members who work traditional...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Lotus Health Inc., a Cullman-based nonprofit focused on holistic and preventive health, will host a Women’s Health Forum on Saturday, Jan. 31, at The Venue at Cotton Creek, offering free public access to exhibitors, health screenings and educational resources.
Aleah Pilgrim, president of Lotus Health, said the organization focuses on providing resources and referrals while developing wellness...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Vendor applications are still open for the upcoming Bloomin’ Festival arts & craft show, with organizers encouraging interested artisans to apply even though several categories are already full.
Now entering its 42nd year, the Bloomin’ Festival is known for featuring original, handmade items and attracting a strong crowd to the campus of St. Bernard each spring. Festival...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of Vinemont will continue its monthly senior events this year. Seniors are invited to come out the third Monday of each month, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Vinemont Community Center.
Vinemont Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser shared, “When attending a senior citizen event, expect a mix of shared meals and opportunities to meet peers in...
VINEMONT, Ala. - Sportsworld Skate Center hosted a kid-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration Wednesday from 2-5 p.m. before holding its annual all-night skate from 7 p.m.-6 a.m. for teens and adults.
“We used to take our kids to a daytime New Year’s celebration. For us it is a way to give back to the community,” Owner Shae Gentry said. “There...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The story of a Vinemont man being denied bond on sodomy charges involving minor children prompted a wave of reaction on social media — including an unusual grassroots response from local tattoo artists offering discounted or free alterations and cover-ups for individuals who said they no longer wanted his work on their bodies.
Jesse Lee Conn, 33,...
CULLMAN, Ala. — Darrell Johns, a longtime City of Cullman employee who spent more than two decades caring for the city’s public trees, died Dec. 24, 2025, at the age of 81.
Johns was born June 19, 1944, in Alabama. Over more than two decades with the City of Cullman, he became a familiar presence in the care and maintenance...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The largest fishing expo in Alabama history is set to make its debut in Cullman, Jan. 16–18, at the Cullman OmniPlex. The Ultimate Fishing Expo will feature hundreds of vendor booths showcasing fishing gear, expert-led seminars, exclusive show-only deals and numerous prize drawings for attendees.
The three-day event will run Friday, Jan. 16, from noon-7 p.m.; Saturday,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will host a Farm Kids Club program, "Herbal Remedies for Kids, by Kids," on Saturday, Jan. 10, from 10-11:30 a.m. This program provides children ages 5 and up with a hands-on introduction to herbal wellness. Sponsored by Riverwood Farms, the class is part of the Agriplex’s monthly Farm Kids Club series, which...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County residents should expect government office closures and limited service adjustments on New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, with most operations resuming Friday, Jan. 2.
Cullman County offices, including the courthouse, will be closed Thursday in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday.
County sanitation services will also be closed that day, resulting in a one-day...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department are sharing ways to be safe on New Year’s Eve.
Sheriff Matt Gentry said as his department rings in the new year, the CCSO wants everyone to enjoy the night — but be smart and safe.
“Use common sense, plan ahead and never drink and drive,” Gentry said. “If...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the calendar turns toward the new year, several businesses and venues in and around Cullman County have announced New Year’s Eve events, ranging from family-friendly celebrations to live music and late-night activities.
Events currently scheduled for Dec. 31 offer options throughout the afternoon and evening, with additional gatherings expected to be announced in the coming days....
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Christkindlmarkt continued its rapid growth in 2025, posting record attendance numbers, expanded national and international visitation and a sharp rise in economic impact, according to Nathan Anderson, executive director of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism.
Attendance estimates compiled by CPRST using Placer.ai foot-traffic analytics show approximately 415,000 total visits during the 2025 season, an...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Bosom Buddies Foundation was founded 12 years ago to support local cancer patients. The nonprofit is supported by annual fundraising events and donations.
Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation President Jennifer Limerick said one of the most meaningful moments of 2025 was raising funds at the group’s signature event, the Little Pink Dress benefit.
“Seeing our community...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Spanish classes will be offered this winter at the Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville. The classes will be held on Tuesdays from 11 a.m.-noon, with sessions scheduled for Jan. 6, Jan. 20, Feb. 3 and Feb. 17.
Alejandra Pena, who has more than 16 years of experience teaching Spanish and working with learners across multiple age...
DECATUR, Ala. – A Wallace State Community College faculty member was killed in a house fire in the early morning hours of Friday, Dec. 26, 2025.
According the reporting from WHNT News 19, Morgan County Coroner Jeff Chunn identified the victim as Susan Beck, 62, of Decatur.
WHNT said Morgan County 911 dispatched Decatur Fire & Rescue to a house fire...
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman County nonprofit leaders and community organizations now have access to a powerful new funding research resource through the Cullman County Public Library System.
Library officials recently announced the availability of Candid, a comprehensive tool designed to help nonprofits identify potential funding sources for programs, services and projects.
Candid was previously known as the Foundation Center and GuideStar...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man from Arab was killed in a single-vehicle crash involving an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) that occurred at approximately 10 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 24. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Jeremiah R. Sivley, 24.
Troopers said Sivley was critically injured when the 2025 Yamaha ATV he was operating overturned in the roadway. He was transported to...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seniors gathered for the annual Cullman County Senior Christmas Party hosted by the Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) and the Active Adult Center on Dec. 16. The annual favorite brought together volunteers, elected officials and community partners to celebrate the season.
The celebration was held at Cullman OmniPlex, where seniors from across the county enjoyed food,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heirlooms Fine and Performing Arts presented “A Christmas Yarn” on Friday, Dec. 19, at St. John’s Church, marking their final performance of the season.
The production was performed by the Heirlooms Players, a homeschool theater class made up primarily of first-time performers. The nine-student cast spent eight weeks preparing for the show, rehearsing weekly.
The students selected “A...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Birdie-Box is set to host a 2-Man Best Ball Christmas Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 27, beginning at 1 p.m. Each team member’s entry includes a meal provided by Birdie-Box’s in-house kitchen, and participants are encouraged to embrace the holiday spirit by wearing their ugliest Christmas sweaters.
The tournament will follow a two-man best ball format, meaning both...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Fire Rescue hosted its annual Santa Ride event Sunday evening, Dec. 21.
Cullman Fire Rescue Firefighter/Engineer Jeremy White said the big man himself, Santa Claus, was aboard the fire engine and escorted around town, down neighborhood streets, waving at residents.
“The joy this event brings to the community is one of my favorite things about the event,”...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new holiday outreach program launched this year by Cullman Elks Lodge #1609 and the Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars is helping ensure local children are not left without Christmas gifts due to late-year hardship.
The initiative, called Toys of Joy, grew out of a smaller volunteer effort that began several years ago to sponsor Christmas for...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College hosted its annual Christmas Spectacular on Thursday, Dec. 11, celebrating the holiday season through music, dance and performances that left audience members cheering and applauding.
The variety-style showcase featuring all of Wallace State’s artistic ensembles, including the Concert Choir, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Percussion Ensemble, Pride Line Dancers and the Wallace State Singers.
Tiffany...
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Welcome Homestead, a locally owned regenerative farm and health store in Baileyton, is hosting classes for the community.
Owners Michael and Jaclyn Bailey said they have grown most of their own food for a while, but God called them to grow it into something more a few years ago.
“It took a little while for us to learn...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christmas decorations and holiday meals are part of what makes the season special, but they can also pose hidden dangers for pets.
Local animal welfare officials and national pet safety organizations encourage pet owners to take a few extra precautions during the holidays to keep animals safe and healthy.
Decorations that can pose risks
Christmas trees, lights and decorative...
Cullman honors veterans during Wreaths Across America ceremony
CULLMAN, Ala. – “Remember the fallen. Honor those who serve. Teach our children the value of freedom.”
The Cullman community gathered Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Cullman City Cemetery for the annual Wreaths Across America ceremony to reflect on that mission, joining thousands of locations nationwide in honoring fallen service members during the...
HOOVER, Ala. - Former WBRC Sports Reporter and 2006 Cullman High School graduate Christina Chambers was tragically found dead in her home in Hoover Tuesday morning, Dec. 16.
WBRC in Birmingham reported, “Hoover Police found Christina and her husband with gunshot wounds, and when medics arrived to the home, they pronounced both of them dead.” The news station called it...
BREMEN, Ala. - The Cold Springs High School FCCLA chapter spread holiday cheer through its FCCLA Angels community service project. The students raised funds through a candle fundraiser to adopt three local elementary students.
Members applied leadership and life skills by budgeting and planning purchases. They shopped together on Dec. 10, 2025, selecting thoughtful, age-appropriate gifts, and wrapped presents the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department’s longest running community policing event, Shop With a Cop, took place Saturday, Dec. 13. Officers took local children shopping for Christmas gifts at the south Cullman Walmart, thanks to generous donations from the community.
The annual event has been happening for more than a decade. This year, said CPD Public Relations Officer Adam...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman unveiled a record-breaking architectural landmark on Nov. 20, 2025, as part of the rapidly expanding Cullman Christkindlmarkt. Standing 20 feet, 4 inches tall and spanning an extraordinary 47 feet, 5 inches wide, the new walk-on Christmas arch surpasses the scale of Dresden’s famed Schwibbogen — a marquee attraction in a city internationally...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:10 p.m. Friday, Dec.12. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Gregory B. Booker, 33.
Troopers said Booker was fatally injured when the 2005 Infiniti G35 he was a passenger in was struck by a 2006 Toyota Tundra driven by Richard L. Hand, 65,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Power Board customers may see crews from Davey Resource Group (DRG) in neighborhoods over the next several weeks as part of an inspection and verification project tied to the utility’s pole attachment agreement and ongoing system planning. The work will continue through winter as crews move across different parts of the service area.
The Power Board...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted over 1,700 kids at the special needs rodeo at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center Thursday, Dec. 11.
Sheriff Matt Gentry said the special needs rodeo is one of the best ways to kick off the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo week each year.
“It’s truly heartwarming to...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The holiday shopping season is here, bringing with it the hustle and bustle of searching for the perfect gift. When it comes to children, it is important to buy toys and gifts that are not only safe but also appropriate for the child’s age and development. That is why many organizations recognize December as National...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The City of Good Hope shared the following message, thanking Nexan Building Products for its longtime sponsorship of the Christmas Love program:
“The City of Good Hope is honored to recognize Nexan Building Products, Inc. for 16 years of sponsoring Christmas Love for families at Good Hope Schools. Nexan’s ongoing generosity continues to provide local children...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Greg Nicholas is retiring after serving 20 years in the Alabama court system. In the 32nd Judicial Circuit, Nicholas served 19 years. His retirement is effective Jan. 26, 2026.
“I managed a total of 20 years working for the Alabama courts, including my employment as law clerk for Judge Sam Taylor on...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As Christmas quickly approaches, local officials are reminding families to slow down long enough to make sure the season’s decorations, lights and greenery don’t become fire hazards. For first-time families, older adults and anyone juggling packed schedules, simple precautions can make the difference between a peaceful holiday and an emergency.
Cullman Fire Rescue has repeatedly emphasized the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma’s Coffee House hosted a heartwarming holiday event on Sunday, Dec. 7, welcoming families to spend the afternoon listening to stories, enjoying seasonal activities and meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Children gathered to hear Santa and Mrs. Claus take turns reading Christmas tales, and afterward, Mrs. Claus handed out sugar cookies. Karma’s provided one free cookie for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional recently announced the delivery of its first set of triplets since opening a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in June 2024.
The triplets, one boy and two girls, were delivered by Dr. John Wideman with assistance from Dr. Taylor Massengill on Friday, Dec. 5, at 7:33 a.m., 7:34 a.m. and 7:35 a.m. The proud parents...
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Waterloo woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:40 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, on Alabama Highway 157, near the Cullman County line.
Alabama State Troopers on Monday morning identified the victim as Kayleigh V. Page, 29.
Troopers said Page was fatally injured when the 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range she...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Moss Service Funeral Home will host its ninth annual Tree of Remembrance ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m. in the Moss Service Funeral Home Chapel. The event’s intent is to give community members an opportunity to gather, remember and honor loved ones who have passed.
The ceremony will feature music by national recording artist Brent...
DECATUR, Ala. – Over 14,000 Sandhill Cranes, along with several pairs of Whooping Cranes, spend the winter each year at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge (WNWR) in Decatur. In celebration of the winter migration of these long-legged and long-necked birds, Wheeler Wildlife Refuge Association hosts a three-day event offering a variety of indoor and outdoor activities appealing to people of...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Police Department officers and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies recently completed SWAT Level 3 Hostage Rescue training. Cullman Police Chief Joey Duncan said this type of training further enhances the ability to respond to the most complex and high-risk situations. “This advanced certification reflects the department’s ongoing commitment to preparedness, professionalism and the safety of the Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Across the county during winter months, warming stations are available for community members.
In the city, the designated warming shelter is the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center 1625 Cleveland Ave. SW.
Here are some dos and don’ts for the shelter, according to the City of Cullman and City Council President Kim Hall.
The warming shelter may be opened when...
AUBURN, Ala. - Auburn University has named Eve Brantley as the 1862 Extension director for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, effective Jan. 1, 2026, Auburn President Christopher B. Roberts announced Dec. 3.
The appointment follows years of Brantley’s leadership within Alabama Extension, where she has served in roles ranging from multi-county agent to associate director. She also served as director...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Hanceville man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Jeffrey A. Frederick, 71.
Troopers said Frederick was fatally injured when the 2007 GMC Sierra pickup he was driving left the roadway, struck a ditch and overturned. He was pronounced deceased at...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office will host its annual rodeo sponsor dinner on Tuesday, Dec. 9, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Cotton Creek Warehouse in Cullman.
According to Sheriff Matt Gentry, the 2024 dinner had overwhelming success to say the least (more than 700 attended) and they are hoping for the same support in 2025.
“I want...
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Town of South Vinemont will host its fourth annual Christmas in the Park on Sunday, Dec. 7, welcoming the community for an evening packed full of Christmas cheer at the South Vinemont Walking Trail and Art Park. The event will take place from 4-6 p.m. and is free to the public.
Guests can enjoy visits with...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Senior Center is searching for local volunteers to deliver meals to homebound seniors in Cullman. Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) Director Stephanie Lawson said they serve hot meals daily, Monday- Friday, from 10 a.m.-noon.
“Delivering these meals is so much more than just a hot nutritious meal,” she said. “For many homebound individuals, our volunteers...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Students from Fairview High School attended FCCLA’s Capitol Leadership in Washington, D.C., held Nov. 15-19, 2025. The five-day event brought together youth leaders from across the country for immersive training in advocacy, civic engagement and leadership development.
Attending on behalf of the chapter were Faith Freeman, 10th grade, chapter officer – vice president of STAR EVENTS; Lola...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Little Free Library nonprofit organization was founded in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and now, you can find a Little Free Library in just about every community.
Little Free Library’s main goal is to allow communities to have 24/7 access to free books. Its objective is to increase local access to reading materials and to promote literacy.
“Today in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - FCCLA members from Cold Springs, Vinemont and Holly Pond schools, as well as Cullman Christian School, demonstrated leadership, professionalism and a strong commitment to service as they volunteered at the annual Cullman Farm City-Banquet held on Nov. 20, 2025, at Loft 212. These outstanding students represented their schools and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office’s annual rodeo will return to the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center Dec. 12-13. Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry said the weekend kicks off Thursday, Dec. 11, with the Special Needs Rodeo — the most rewarding event of the year. “Attendees will enjoy a true rodeo experience plus hay rides, stick horse racing and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department will host its 12th annual Shop with a Cop event on Saturday, Dec. 13.
CPD Community Relations Officer Adam Clark said the group will meet at Chick-fil-A that morning before heading over to Walmart to shop.
“We spend approximately $500-$700 (per child) based on how much money we raise and the amount of children we...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 31st Annual Alabama Beekeepers Symposium will take place Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at the Wallace State Community College School of Nursing and Center for Science in Hanceville. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. and will be located at the building’s center doors. The symposium begins at 8:30 and ends at 4:30 p.m.
The cost to attend is...
WARRIOR, Ala. - Families looking to add a little adventure to their holiday festivities won't have to travel very far. About 25–30 minutes from Cullman, Wonderland Under Warrior at Rickwood Caverns State Park has officially opened for the season, offering an immersive, underground, walk-through light display.
Park Manager Emily Davis said visitors can expect both familiar favorites and fresh additions...
CULLMAN, Ala. – For the sixth straight year, Zach Lee, Brian Roberts and their team at Lowe’s of Cullman served the community in a Thanksgiving tradition that began in 2019.
What started as an effort to help a handful of families has become a well-known local outreach that now feeds residents across Cullman County.
The annual project has been noted in...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt
Through Dec. 23 | Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. | Sundays, noon- 8 p.m. | Open seven days a week beginning Dec. 11 | Admission: Free | www.cullmanchristkindlmarkt.com
7th Annual Christmas at the Grotto
Nov. 28-30, Dec. 4-7, Dec. 11-23 | 11 a.m.- 9 p.m., Thursday-Saturday and noon-8 p.m., Sundays; lights on at 5 p.m. | Ave Maria Grotto |...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Curt's Closet will host its first Christmas Open House this year. The event will take place Sunday, Dec. 7, from 4-6 p.m.
Executive Director and Founder Ashley Wilson said Curt’s Closet is opening its doors and heart to the community for its inaugural Christmas Open House, a festive celebration where supporters, families and friends can...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will have no temporary lane closures on interstate routes during the Thanksgiving holiday. Lane closures will be suspended from Wednesday, Nov. 26, at noon through Sunday, Nov. 30, at 11:59 p.m.
The suspension is to help reduce traffic congestion and improve safety with more people traveling during the holiday. It also...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Housing Authority will host a kid-free holiday movie event for residents 18 and older on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at noon at the Hilltop Community Center.
Cullman Housing Authority Executive Director Marquisha Griffin said this is the first time they are hosting this type of event.
“For all the Cullman Housing Authority ‘young at heart’ residents, join...
WARRIOR, Ala. - For the ninth straight year, Rickwood Caverns State Park will become a walkable holiday extravaganza known as Wonderland Under Warrior. The immersive attraction is filled with holiday lights and characters designed to captivate the imagination of children of all ages.
“This is the most exciting time of the year at Rickwood Caverns State Park,” Park Manager Emily...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local entrepreneur hosted her second Small Business Christmas Market event on Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center. Small Business Market Owner Shayla Waldner said they wrapped up the Christmas Market with an even larger presence than last year.
“We had some of the neatest and most adorable shops set up and just...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman community combined efforts on Saturday, Nov. 22, at The Link of Cullman County’s Thanksgiving Meal Kit Drive-Thru event. Local churches, banks and other organizations worked hard to ensure local families will have a memorable Thanksgiving. In all, 361 people came through the distribution line, receiving Thanksgiving bags and donated turkeys.
The community contributed more than...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Three Cullman County cemeteries will take part in this year’s Wreaths Across America tribute, joining thousands of locations across the country in honoring the men and women who served in the U.S. military.
Ceremonies will be held Saturday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m. at both Cullman City Cemetery and Holly Pond Cemetery. Duck River Cemetery will also...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Regional Foundation Dr. Herman C. Ensor Lights of Love Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 6 p.m. at St. John’s Christ Hall. This year’s event will be dedicated to Cullman Regional Hospice patients, as well as in memory of James Edge and in honor of Cindy Ponder.
Giving a gift of love...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman woman died after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said Crystal Lynn Brooks, 48, was pronounced dead at Cullman Regional on Nov. 22, 2025.
Brooks was struck by at least one vehicle on Lessman Street Southwest near Parker Avenue Southwest at approximately 9:55 p.m., according to Kilpatrick.
The Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. – As we approach the season of giving, what better way to show your appreciation than by also supporting local businesses! We know handmade gifts aren’t as easy as they look, and we’re here to help you make the cut this holiday season with something just as special.
Do you know a certain someone with a hankering for...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cricket Wireless is giving back to the community this Thanksgiving.
Cricket Wireless Regional Manager Abdullah “AB” Abumazen said that on Monday, Nov. 24, they’ll be giving out turkey vouchers at the Hanceville location.
They will begin giving out vouchers at 10 a.m. and continue until they run out. It will be limited to one voucher per vehicle and...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary students recently hosted a canned food drive, collecting more than 500 pounds of food for Cullman Caring for Kids.
Cullman Caring for Kids Executive Director Steven Sutter said recently the community has really stepped in to help meet the need and donations have been excellent.
“We have people from all walks of life pouring out their...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The lights are on at the 23rd annual Winter Wonderland at Sportsman Lake Park!Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Kenneth Cornelius said the ribbon cutting, which took place Thursday, Nov. 20, was wonderful this year with much support from the community. “We had (Cullman County) commissioners, council members and other leaders from all over our great city...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Christkindlmarkt is open for the season, with officials cutting the ribbon to kick of the holiday festivities on Thursday, Nov. 20, at Depot Park. This will be the market’s longest run yet, and the City of Cullman and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism are anticipating an estimated $40 million in economic impact.
This year's market...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Here’s a list of local Thanksgiving meal events. Know of one we missed? Email us at news@cullmantribune.com.
Spirit Life Church Thanksgiving Holiday Giveaway – drive-through food bank (free)
Monday, Nov. 24, 9-11 a.m.
Spirit Life Church, 1650 St. Joseph Dr. NW, 256-739-3326
10th Annual Veterans Thanksgiving Dinner (free)
Monday, Nov. 24, noon-6 p.m.
Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse, 87 County Road 1242, West Point,...
CULLMAN, Ala. – After SNAP benefits were in limbo and as deer hunting season begins in the area, The Link of Cullman County has launched Open Season on Hunger.
The nonprofit’s food pantry, The Pantry at The Link, is encouraging hunters to share their bounties and select cuts from their game to donate. The Link is partnering with Weaver Meat...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it is time to start thinking about preparing the star of the dinner table: the turkey. Safely getting the turkey ready to take the main stage is simple but takes a little planning.
Rebecca Catalena, an Alabama Extension food safety and quality agent at Auburn University, said properly thawing a...
