GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council held its final September meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved a $6.8 million budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
Some of the notable inclusions in the budget are a 5% wage increase for all city employees in addition to a one-time bonus payment during the upcoming holiday...
MILLBROOK, Ala. – Wallace State women’s flag football continued its dominant start to the season on Sunday, rolling past Bishop State 50-6 at 17 Springs in Millbrook. The Lions (4-0) showcased a balanced attack, fueled by quarterback Emma Kile’s precision passing and a stifling defense that forced five interceptions.
First-Half Explosion
Wallace State struck first midway through the opening quarter after Jayla...
MILLBROOK, Ala. — Wallace State women’s flag football continued its strong start to conference play with a 31-7 victory over Shelton State on Saturday at 17 Springs.
The Lions struck first when quarterback Emma Kile capped an opening drive with a 2-yard rushing touchdown. Kile added to the lead in the second quarter, connecting with Mariah Ragland for a 19-yard touchdown pass...
ENTERPRISE, Ala. – Wallace State men’s soccer earned a point on the road Saturday, playing to a 1-1 tie in an Alabama Community College Conference matchup against Enterprise State.
A Tight First Half
Neither side could find the back of the net in the opening half as both defenses held firm. The Lions created a handful of opportunities but were unable to...
PULASKI, Tenn. – Wallace State men’s and women’s cross country turned in strong performances on Saturday at the Firehawk Invitational hosted by UT Southern, with both squads placing inside the top five in the team standings.
Men’s Team – 4th Place Finish
The Lions’ men’s team secured a 4th-place finish overall, placing five runners inside the top 26.
Tyler Anthony led the way with...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wallace State volleyball turned in a dominant showing at its annual Fall Bash, winning all four matches across two days at the Cullman Omniplex. The Lions defeated Bevill State and Vincennes (IN) on Friday before taking down Itawamba (MS) and Walters State (TN) on Saturday, improving to 20-2 overall on the season.
Friday Recap
The Lions opened the tournament with a 3-1...
AUBURN, Ala.— Bruce Pearl, who has guided the Auburn men’s basketball program to unprecedented heights in his 11 years on The Plains, will step down as head coach effective immediately and will move into an ambassador’s role in the athletic department as special assistant to the athletic director.
The winningest coach in Auburn men’s basketball history with 232 victories, Pearl...
TROY, Ala. - Sadie Land of Cullman was among the students recognized for outstanding achievements in academics during the Accountancy Day Award Ceremony at Troy University.
Land received The Herget Foundation Current Scholarship.
Accountancy Day was held on Thursday, Sept. 18, at the Troy campus.
About Troy University
Troy University is a public, historic, international university with and more than 170,000 alumni. Students...
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Troy scored 21 points in the fourth quarter to rally past Buffalo, 21-17, in non-conference action Saturday at UB Stadium. It's the Trojans' largest comeback since 2022, when Troy also trailed 17-0 in the fourth quarter at Louisiana. Tucker Kilcrease rushed for a touchdown and completed another in the deciding quarter, while the Trojan defense held Buffalo to just...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State's cross-country programs continue to make noise on the national stage. In the latest U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) NJCAA Division II polls, both the men's and women's teams are ranked No. 3 in the country.
The Lions' men's team made one of the biggest jumps in the poll, climbing four...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Brian and Jacob Fortenberry of Fortenberry Farms in Cullman, Alabama, earned top honors at Taste of Northeast Alabama on Tuesday, Sept. 16, winning the Best Appetizer Award for their smoked bologna chunks seasoned with their special Butt Rub blend and tossed in their signature Peach Sweet Heat barbecue sauce. The event was held at The Venue...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The aroma of sizzling beef and the excitement of competition filled Cotton Creek Venue in Cullman on September 16, 2025, as Cullman County FCCLA students gathered for the annual All-County Beef Cook-off. Sponsored by the Cullman County Cattlewomen’s Association and Alabama Farm Credit, the event highlighted both culinary talent and leadership among area students.
Taking top honors...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of Workforce Greg Reed announced Friday, Sept. 19, that “Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted August unemployment rate is 2.9%, down from July 2025’s rate of 3.0%. August’s rate is lower than August 2024’s rate of 3.1%. The rate represents 68,191 unemployed persons, compared to 72,473 in July and 74,115 in August 2024.”
Cullman County’s rate is 2.4%, down...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 233 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the summer 2025 semester. To earn a spot on the Wallace State President’s List, students must maintain a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester while taking a course load of 12 or more hours. Placement on the...
HACKLEBURG, Ala. – In what was probably the premier matchup in 1A North, the 6th ranked Addison Bulldogs traveled to play No. 5 Hackleburg at lovely Ray Family Stadium in front of a packed house Friday night. Addison dominated for much of the game and came away with an impressive, 46-16 victory over the Panthers to move atop the region 7...
CARBON HILL, Ala. – After collecting a big win over Midfield last week, Vinemont hit the road for another region matchup at Carbon Hill Friday night and returned home with a 38-6 win.
It took a couple drives for the Eagles offense to find their groove but after a blocked punt set up the Eagles offense inside the redzone, Josh...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly Pond was back home for a big region matchup against fourth-ranked Geraldine Friday night, and it was a tough night for the Broncos. Geraldine led 21-6 at halftime and the Bulldogs tacked on 24 more points in the second half to pull away with a 45-6 win.
A 43-yard touchdown run gave Geraldine a 7-0...
ARLEY, Ala. – After dismantling Phillips last week, the Tigers of Meek were back home for another region matchup against Waterloo Friday night. It was another fun night for the Tigers as they jumped out to a 32-6 lead in the first half and they continued pouring it on in the second half, cruising to a 64-6 win over...
OAKMAN, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road for a region matchup at Oakman Friday night, and they had their hands full with the Wildcats. Oakman built a 48-6 lead in the first half and continued pulling away in the second half on its way to a 62-13 win over the Bulldogs.
The Wildcats scored three touchdowns in the...
DOUBLE SPRINGS, Ala. – Cold Springs hit the road for a showdown at Winston County Friday, and the Eagles’ offense continued to roll on its way to a big win. Cold Springs led 20-12 at halftime and pulled away in the second half to return home with a 44-18 win.
A touchdown pass from quarterback Ayden Black out to Eli...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats hosted a big region battle with fourth-ranked Muscle Shoals at Oliver Woodard Stadium Friday and Cullman had its hands full with the Trojans. Muscle Shoals tacked on a pair of touchdowns in the final three minutes of the second quarter to take a 28-0 halftime lead and added two more scores in the second...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday, Sept. 21, the Forty Acre Wood will open its trails to support a local family facing the ongoing challenges of pediatric cancer. “Laps for Lincoln” invites community members to hike a marked trail through the woods in honor of Lincoln Kallas, a recent graduate of Brewer High School who has been battling T-cell leukemia...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Omniplex will be the center of junior-college volleyball this weekend as Wallace State (16-2) welcomes a strong lineup of opponents for its annual Fall Bash Tournament. The Lions will be joined by Bevill State, Vincennes (IN), Itawamba (MS), and Walters State (TN) in a two-day showcase that will feature inter-conference battles and potential postseason previews.
Wallace State...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education held its monthly meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, when it discussed the budget, and emergency project, personnel changes and districtwide planning initiatives for the school year.
The board was presented the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which was approved, along with the updated Capital Plan. (Look for a separate story soon.)
Additional...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County is hosting the Cullman Community Cookout on Friday, Sept. 19, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at R.E. Garrison Trucking. For $15 per plate, attendees will receive a hamburger, hotdog, chips, cookie and a drink, with every dollar going towards the VOAD Crisis Relief Trailer Fund. Plates may be reserved ahead of...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College crowned a new Miss Wallace State recently, naming Anna Kate Taylor Miss Wallace State 2026. Taylor, of West Point, is a freshman at Wallace State in the pre-nursing track. She was also named the talent winner, earning an additional $100 scholarship to add to a $500 cash scholarship and a one-year renewable...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Student Eagles of Cullman will host a 5K and Joggers Mile on Saturday, Sept. 20, at 10 a.m. at Randall Shedd Community Park in Fairview to raise money for two local organizations.
Rebekah Blocher and Allison Johnson are the adult sponsors of the group. The Student Eagles parent association is the Eagle Forum of Alabama.
“Last year...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dust off your brooms and round up your crew — the Witches Ride is back for its fourth enchanting year! Hosted by the Les Dames of Cullman, this spirited, family-friendly event has become one of Cullman’s favorite fall traditions. On Sunday, Oct. 19, the Warehouse District will once again transform into a whimsical wonderland of cackles,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County’s own one-stop venue for all things fall and fun, 4D Farm, is hosting a rodeo on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 19-20, to kick off the Autumn season.4D Farm Owner Beth Daniel said the first rodeo is The Alabama Stampede, a Professional Cowboys Association (PCA)-sanctioned rodeo. “There will be rodeo-only and farm combo tickets available for...
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman High School swim team recently turned in a dominant performance at the 2025 Bearcat Sprint Invitational on Thursday, September 11, winning both the boys’ and girls’ divisions and capturing the overall team title.
Facing off against strong competition from Westminster Christian Academy and Athens Swim Team, Cullman swimmers delivered from the opening relays to the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) met last Sunday for their first meeting of the new year. The program about Signers of the Constitution was presented by the Arkadelphia Society of the Children of the American Revolution as they celebrated the 40th birthday of the society. Rhonda Van Zandt was...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Saturday, Sept. 13, marked a significant milestone for the Good Samaritan Health Clinic as the organization celebrated the groundbreaking of its future home alongside its first-ever Health & Wellness Fun Day.
“Seeing the groundbreaking for our new clinic was surreal,” said Executive Director Jolanda Hutson. “Just a short time ago, this was only a vision and now...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Cullman County Schools debuted one of its newest additions at Hanceville Elementary School last Friday morning. CCBOE’s maintenance crew has been hard at work converting a school bus into a mobile STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education lab and Hanceville Elementary and Primary School students were the first of the county’s students to climb aboard...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wallace State women’s flag football made history on Sunday afternoon, and they did it in emphatic fashion. The Lions, playing their first-ever games in program history, rolled to a pair of shutout wins over Snead State at Cullman High School’s Woodard Stadium, winning 49-0 in the opener and 24-0 in the second game.
Game One: Defense Sets...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State men’s soccer picked up a key 3-1 victory over Calhoun on Sunday, powered by a pair of goals from sophomore forward Elijah Wong.
The Lions wasted little time setting the tone. Less than two minutes into the match, Javier Miranda found the back of the net to put Wallace State ahead. Just over three minutes...
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Cullman Area of Chamber of Commerce September Community Luncheon on Friday, Executive Director of Tourism Harmony Heard shared an update on the growth, vision and impact of the Cullman County Tourism Bureau.
Heard is a Huntsville native with deep roots in the hospitality and tourism industry. Last month, she was named Tourism Industry Employee of...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Another week of youth football matchups is in the books, and we had exciting games happening all over the county on Saturday. The Cold Springs Eagles battled the Eagles of Vinemont, Holly Pond took on West Morgan, Hanceville squared off against Danville, West Point clashed with Good Hope and the Cullman Bearcats clashed with the Fairview...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The ninth annual Bernard Blues & BBQ at St. Bernard Prep kicked off on Friday, Sept. 5 as artists and cook teams made their way into Cullman to set up for a weekend of sales, music and competition.
Friday evening brought the One Meat Chicken Competition, where backyard cook teams battled for top honors. The winners were:
First...
September is Suicide Prevention Month. I would like to share some of my thoughts. At 51 years old I am doing some reflection on my life. As fall approaches, F. Scott Fitzgerald quotes, "Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall."I have been working on a book for the last five years about my own...
Social media is a plague.
Two days ago, I opened social media and one of the first videos in my feed was a horrific video of the murder of Charlie Kirk in front of thousands of students.
It was visceral. It was gory. It was horrific.
And it broke my heart. For Charlie, his family and the many students who had to...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As has been its long-standing Oktoberfest tradition, the Sacred Heart Altar Society is gearing up to offer its traditional German Dinner on Wednesday, Oct. 1, from 4-7 p.m. in the Family Life Center at the church.
This year, as in the past, the dinner will feature a menu of bratwurst, German potato salad, sauerkraut, green beans, applesauce, bread...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State volleyball team continued its strong start to conference play on Thursday, sweeping Northwest-Shoals in a pair of home matches. The Lions earned a 3-0 (25-22, 25-14, 25-17) victory in the opener before closing the day with another 3-0 win (25-15, 25-8, 25-22).
With the two wins, Wallace State improved to 15-2 overall and 5-0 in...
ARLEY, Ala. – The Meek Tigers hosted Phillips Bear Creek for a region showdown Friday night, and this one was never in doubt. The Tigers led 22-0 at halftime but they created a lot more separation in the second half, pulling away to collect a 60-6 win over the Bears.
Meek (2-2) will be back home next week for another...
MOULTON, Ala. – The West Point Warriors hit the road for a big region battle at Lawrence County Friday night and they returned home with a big win. The Warriors built a 21-8 lead in the first half and tacked on three more scores in the second half to collect a comfortable, 41-8 win over the Red Devils.
West Point’s...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Good Samaritan Health Clinic will host its Caring for Cullman Health and Wellness Fun Day on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 118 Veterans Drive, beginning with a ceremonial groundbreaking at 10 for the clinic’s new 5,040-square-foot facility.
“The excitement is building — literally,” said Jolanda Hutson, executive director of the Good Samaritan Health...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Lillie Belle, a 1.5-year-old Australian Shepherd with a heart as bright as her spirit. Medium energy and full of enthusiasm for life, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is the kind of dog who will keep you company whether you’re on the trail or relaxing at home.
One of Lillie Belle’s most endearing qualities is...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County judges set out to share a self-awareness program with local ninth-grade students nearly 12 years ago — and the program continues today.
Most recently, Cullman County District Court Judge Chad Floyd announced that he, Cullman County District Court Judge Rusty Turner, Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Emily Johnston and Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Greg...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The new Academy Sports + Outdoors in Cullman is preparing to officially open its doors soon, and on Wednesday, local media was offered a sneak peek at the store. Academy’s grand opening festivities will kick off on Friday, Sept. 19, and continue through Sunday, Sept. 21.
Store Manager Tim Wester said he is particularly excited about opening...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 9.
The council began by voting on a series of resolutions and budget approvals. Resolutions 2025-09-02 through 2025-09-06 were adopted (budget approvals), followed by Resolution 2025-09-07, which grants a 5% cost-of-living pay increase. The council also approved updates to the Town’s Policy and Procedure...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening recognized the Cullman Wastewater Treatment Plant for achieving top ranking in the state among facilities using bio-filter/trickling filter systems. Councilman and Utilities Committee Chairman David Moss presented the Alabama Water and Pollution Control Association’s 2025 “Best Operated Plant Award” plaque to Plant Superintendent Jake Calloway.
Moss told the audience, “This...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - The black bear is one of the most interesting creatures in the United States. In fact, thousands of people travel to areas such as the Great Smoky Mountains every year specifically to see them. Black bears have historically been present in almost every region of the U.S. and Canada, including Alabama. Today, however, populations are...
When Trade Desk, a 60-foot Hatteras, left Orange Beach for three days of catch-and-release billfishing, hooking a swordfish was just an afterthought, one that would stress all their resources as well as enter the Alabama Saltwater Record Book.
Robert Fritze, his dad (Ron) and four buddies (Harold Wells, Jamie Boyd, Wes Hagler, Robert Parks) had scheduled the trip a while...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back home for a varsity match against Muscle Shoals Tuesday night, and these teams needed all five sets to decide a winner. The Bearcats took the first two sets to jump out to a 2-0 lead but the Trojans rallied to win the next three, coming from behind to win the match 3-2.
Cullman 2...
MONTEVALLO, Ala. - Alabama’s “Operation We Remember” campaign is a powerful statewide initiative honoring veterans lost to suicide, and the Honor Our Veterans Committee of America 250 Alabama (www.america250al.org) is proud to join this important effort. Operation We Remember includes participants from colleges, high schools, community groups and civic organizations across the state. Each participant will display 139 American flags, representing the...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Master Gardeners are accepting submissions for their annual Kids Art Contest, open to students in grades 1–6. This year’s theme is “Garden Discoveries – Vegetable or Edible Plant,” with entries due by Sept. 25. All entries must be dropped off at the Cullman County Extension Office.
“The Master Gardener Kids Art Contest is an...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first September council meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and they approved a Resolution to accept and execute a grant from Alabama’s Mountains, Rivers & Valley Resources Conservation and Development Council. The grant will provide $5,000 in funds for signage at Corey Harbison Park in Good Hope....
CULLMAN, Ala. – Although Saturday’s weather was less than ideal, the show went on, and on Sunday, Sept. 7, it was sunshine and blue skies for the ninth annual Bernard Blues & BBQ. The arts and crafts festival was held on the scenic grounds of St. Bernard Preparatory School.
Director of Marketing and Public Relations and Festival Director Joyce Nix...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Around 30 people turned out for a sweet event at the North Alabama Agriplex recently – the Farm Kids Club Honey Harvest.
“Last year we hosted our first honey harvesting event and this year we’ve grown substantially,” Youth Programs Manager Samantha Catland said. “We were able to bring in hives, an electric knife and the spinner...
You may have that friend, or a strange cousin named Booger Ray, who has more miscellaneous junk than a neighborhood hardware store, all piled high inside his favorite mode of transportation. If their vehicle looks like that, can you imagine how their house must look? We may be afraid to visit for fear we might appear on an upcoming...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Another week of Cullman County Youth Football is in the books and we had several exciting games all across the county on Saturday. The Cullman Bearcats battled the West Point Warriors, the Cold Springs Eagles took on Danville, the Hanceville Bulldogs clashed with the Fairview Aggies and the Good Hope Raiders faced the Holly Pond Broncos....
VINCENNES, Ind. – Wallace State volleyball faced two of its toughest challenges of the season on Saturday at the Blazer Classic, falling to NJCAA Division I opponents Vincennes University and nationally-ranked Mineral Area College.
The Lions dropped their first match to Vincennes, 3-1 (16-25, 17-25, 25-17, 22-25). Wallace State rebounded in the third set but was unable to force a...
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Parkside School in Baileyton has been awarded a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama Be Healthy School Grant. Parkside intends to use the money to build a pickleball court that will benefit both students and the community.
Parkside Principal Caleb Elrod said he was thrilled to learn Parkside had been selected for the grant. “I was...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Pilot Club of Cullman is swapping its usual rummage sale for a Fall Vendor Market on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center, with free admission for all who wish to attend.
Pilot Club President Brenda Allison said the decision to change reflects the club’s motto this year: “Work...
From the files of Sept. 6, 1962
Back -- a -- BitFrom THE TRIBUNE Files of 1922 --- 1942
40 YEARS AGO
Under the leadership of Dr. S. O. Kimbrough the Cullman First Methodist congregation has adopted plans and specifications for a new stone church building.
On Thursday the first day of the fall term at Cullman County High School 306 students enrolled....
Every September, we say the right words about Suicide Prevention Month. Then October comes, and too often the conversation goes quiet. We can’t afford the silence.
Suicide remains a persistent, preventable tragedy — one that disproportionately claims the lives of men — and prevention has to be a year-round habit, not a once-a-year slogan.
In 2023, 49,316 Americans died by suicide,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department said that in recent years, it has seen a sharp increase in scams and other financial crimes targeting senior community members. CPD Community Relations Officer Adam Clark said phone and online scams, fraudulent banking activities and more crimes are becoming more sophisticated and more frequent, leaving many in the community vulnerable.“To help combat...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - The stakes are higher than ever as the Marble Bowl competition expands to include at least a dozen colleges and universities in Alabama and their fan bases. A play on the Iron Bowl title, the Marble Bowl has previously pitted Auburn University and University of Alabama fans against one another as citizen scientists help researchers...
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek was back home to kick off region play against Hackleburg Friday night and the Tigers had their hands full with the Panthers. Meek trailed 12-0 at the halftime break and the Tigers’ offensive struggles continued in the second half, allowing Hackleburg to pull away with a 33-0 win.
A scoop and score gave the Panthers a...
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles kicked off their region slate with a matchup against Phil Campbell Friday night and it was a hard-fought battle with the Bobcats. With the game tied at 16 and just four minutes on the clock, Vinemont’s Caleb Slain punched one into the end zone from a yard out to give the Eagles a...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs were back home to kick off region play against Gordo Friday night and they had their hands full with the Green Wave. Gordo built a commanding 53-0 lead in the first half and Hanceville was unable to battle back from the early onslaught in the second half, leading to a 72-8 loss for...
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Cold Springs hit the road for a region game at Susan Moore Friday night and both teams lit up the scoreboard in this one. The Eagles were able to rack up 50 points, but it still wasn’t enough to overcome the Bulldogs and Susan Moore held on to win it 66-50.
The Bulldogs jumped out to a...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders traveled to Fultondale for their region opener Friday night, and they returned home with a decisive win. Good Hope built a 42-0 lead in the first half and with the clock running and young players on the field in the second half, the Raiders cruised to a 52-0 win.
Parker Johnson got...
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were back home for a big region and county clash against their rivals from Fairview Friday night. The Aggies jumped out to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter and kept the Warriors at arm’s length for the rest of the night, cruising to a 42-14 region win over the Warriors.
West...
ATHENS, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats traveled to Athens for their first region matchup of the season, and it was a tight one between the ‘Cats and the Golden Eagles. Cullman found the end zone in the final minute of the second quarter to take a 23-21 lead at the halftime break, but Athens rallied to take a 10-point...
Wallace State Cross Country swept this week’s conference honors after standout performances at the City Auto Memphis Twilight XC Classic.
Sophomore Brookelyn Morgan was named the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Women’s Cross Country Runner of the Week following her 29th-place finish in the women’s 5K with a time of 18:47.69. Her effort paced the Lady Lions against a field...
Two waves of thunderstorms are possible, generally north of I-20, this evening into Saturday.
The first wave has the highest severe threat when a broken line of thunderstorms will enter the northwestern sections after 7 pm and move southward, dissipating somewhere near or north I-20 by early Saturday morning. A few damaging wind gusts and hail are the main threats.
A...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce has set its September Community Luncheon for Friday, Sept. 12, at 11:30 a.m. at All Steak Restaurant. The program, sponsored by Cullman Electric Cooperative, will feature Harmony Heard, executive director of the Cullman County Tourism Bureau, who will discuss the critical role tourism plays in supporting Cullman’s economy and community....
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – This September, throughout Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the Alabama Department of Mental Health and statewide partners unite in strength, dignity, hope and purposeto save lives — raising awareness of suicide risk, promoting evidence-based care and sharing messages of hope and resilience.
The most direct way to access help in a suicidal crisis is to contact the 988 Suicide and...
Once a single-day celebration tied to Sacred Heart Church’s centennial, Cullman’s Oktoberfest has blossomed into a three-day festival that draws tens of thousands yearly — a testament to the city’s enduring connection to its German roots.
A rich German legacy
Founded in the 1870s by Col. John G. Cullmann, a native of Frankweiler, Germany, Cullman is a city whose identity has...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Wallace State volleyball team continued its perfect start to the 2025 season, finishing 4-0 at the Wallace State Invitational held Friday and Saturday at the Cullman Omniplex. The Lions did not drop a set all weekend, rolling past Lawson State, Coastal Alabama-South, Georgia Highlands, and Cleveland (NC).
Wallace State opened with a straight-set victory over Lawson State before handling Coastal Alabama-South...
The plane trip began in Tuscaloosa, and stopped in Jackson, before it finally reached Dallas. Later in life, taking this hopscotch flight was as aggravating as a floater in my eye. But not when I was 21 years old. Not when I was headed to my first big job interview — and my very first airplane ride.
I was meeting...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond High School's Sofia Hays just began her sophomore year in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith, starting with a couple of her favorite Bible verses.
"God means so much to me. He's the reason I'm here today. Psalm 46:1 says, 'God is my refuge and strength, a very present help in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Theatre will begin hosting auditions this week for its fall production of “12 Angry Jurors.”
Cullman Community Theatre Committee Co-chair Kristy McCrickard, who was the director and fight choreographer for the group’s recent production of “Fiddler on the Roof,” is co-directing “12 Angry Jurors” with Rodney Basenburg, chairman of committee. McCrickard said the play...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department recently hosted a tactical training exercise. Chief Joey Duncan said the department’s Tactical Unit, established in the mid-1980s, has been training for high-risk and crisis situations for nearly four decades.
“While specialized response teams are not a new concept, Cullman’s unit has consistently maintained high standards and rigorous training schedules to ensure safe...
“Laughter is the best medicine” is a cliché everyone knows. And it is based on the truth. Studies have shown that laughter relieves stress, releases endorphins and helps your overall well-being. But in the case of cancer, I don’t think it’s true. If my doctor wants to treat me with radiation or show me a video of the Three...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week two of the 2025 Cullman County Youth Football season was played on Saturday, and there were several exciting games that went on around the county. The Fairview Aggies hosted the Cold Springs Eagles, the West Point Warriors traveled to take on the Holly Pond Broncos, the Good Hope Raiders hosted the West Morgan Rebels, the Vinemont...
I wrote a song a couple of years ago that said, “I’m going to have a good day, anyway – no matter what comes my way.” I have tried to live by that declaration, but I have to tell you, last Monday tested the limits! What began with a frantic search for my cell phone ended with a bedtime...
When Cullman was celebrating its 150th birthday, we were asked to participate in the celebration. In thinking about the best way to honor our heritage, I thought, “Why not conduct a worship service according to the structure and language of our forefathers?” Then my brain went wild with questions. “Are we going to worship just for a ‘show’ or...
From the files of Aug. 30, 1917
FAIRVIEW DOTS
Cullman, R. 2, Aug. 27.—The people around here have pulled some fodder.
Our singing school was closed last Thursday and all the pupils regretted to see it stop.
Mr. Dovard Mann spent a few days vacation here with his home folks and he seemed to have a good time also with the young people....
Oktoberfest returns to Cullman Oct. 2-4, 2025
With the clang of steins in the biergarten and the swirl of dancers in dirndls and lederhosen, Cullman’s Oktoberfest will return Oct. 2-5, 2025, with more energy, more attractions and a deeper sense of community than ever before. The three-day event will take place in Depot Park and the Warehouse District.
“This year’s Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 89th annual meeting of Cullman Electric Cooperative is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at Northbrook Church, starting at 9 a.m. Registration and activities will go until 11, at which time the annual business meeting will begin inside the church worship center.
Registration packets were mailed to all Cullman EC members starting the week of Aug....
CULLMAN, Ala. – Two major community events are planned for Labor Day weekend: the 29th Annual Sweet Tater Festival at Smith Lake Park on Aug. 31-Sept. 1, and the Fairview Lions Club Labor Day Celebration on Sept. 1, at Randall Shedd Community Park.
The Sweet Tater Festival will run Sunday, Aug. 31, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., and Monday, Sept. 1,...
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles were back home Friday night to host Southeastern, and they had their hands full with the Mustangs. Southeastern built a 22-14 lead in the first half and the Eagles were unable to chip away in the second half, leading to a 34-14 loss for Vinemont.
Vinemont’s opening drive stalled after a promising start after...
DECATUR, Ala. – The Addison Bulldogs traveled to Decatur Heritage for a matchup with the Eagles Friday night and they dominated this one from start to finish. The Bulldogs jumped out to a 44-0 lead in the first half and tacked on two more touchdowns in the second half on their way to a comfortable, 57-0 win.
The Bulldogs won...
Off-duty Cullman firefighter saves local child
CULLMAN, Ala. – An off-duty local firefighter was in the right place at the right time on Aug. 16, and he saved the life of a Cullman child who had an accident involving a Polaris Ranger utility task vehicle (UTV).
Veteran and 20-plus-year EMS and fire service responder Matthew Laminack happened upon the UTV...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond traveled to Ray Talley Stadium for a county matchup against the Hanceville Bulldogs Friday night and defense was almost nowhere to be found in this one. Both teams combined to score 85 points in the first half with Holly Pond leading the way 50-35 at the break. The Broncos tacked on 24 more points...
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles were back home to host Curry Friday night and they improved to 2-0 on the year with a comfortable win over the Yellow Jackets. The Eagles led 20-7 at halftime and cruised through the second half on their way to a 44-7 win over Curry.
Ayden Black connected with Ethan Day through the...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Quarterback Jalen Kitna and running back Jevon Jackson spearheaded an impressive offensive performance in leading the UAB football team to a season-opening 52-42 victory over Alabama State on Thursday night at Protective Stadium.
UAB (1-0) put up 520 total yards, led by Jackson with 166 rushing yards and two touchdowns, including a 46-yard score. Solomon Beebe rushed eight times for 51 yards and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Humble Hank, a 2-year-old Hound/Beagle mix, is as genuine and good-natured as his name suggests. He’s the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
With low to medium energy, he’s an unassuming and respectful fellow who simply thrives in your company. Give him a little encouragement, and this prince of fun will light up with his jovial side, eager to...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Senate President Pro Tempore Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, on Wednesday, Aug. 27, announced that work is cleared to begin on a wastewater system upgrade in Holly Pond that is being funded with a $680,000 grant he said he helped secure from the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM).“Without this grant funding from Montgomery, local officials in Holly...
