BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – It’s
been 20 years since the Hanceville Bulldogs were at the BJCC’s Legacy Arena to
compete in the final four and they led the way at halftime but couldn’t keep
pace with Pike County in the final frame and their historic postseason run came
to and end with a 52-42 loss. Bulldogs Head Coach Stephen Chandler is proud of
not only...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Cold
Springs is heading back to the class 2A Girls State Championship Game and the
Lady Eagles punched their ticket by toppling Central-Hayneville 61-46 in Monday
night’s semifinal clash. Cold Springs came out firing on the offensive end, putting
up 25 in the opening quarter and setting the tone early. Senior forward
Elizabeth Hill racked up a game-high 37 points in...
WEST POINT, Ala. – This
year’s “Warrior Battle” Tournament at West Point High School resumed Saturday morning
and after defeating East Lawrence, Lawrence County and Curry throughout the day,
the Lady Warriors claimed the tournament championship Saturday night. West
Point ace Carlie Wilkins pitched six hitless innings against East Lawrence in
the Lady Warriors’ first win of the day and toppled Lawrence County 3-0...
CULLMAN, Ala. - It was a perfect night for a hot bowl of chili as a large crowd came out for Cullman Emergency Medical Services’ (EMS’) fifth annual 9-1-1 Chili Supper and Cook-off. Fifteen competitors from Cullman County’s first responder community put up their best chili recipes to raise money for local nonprofit Curt’s Closet. This year’s event raised...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ascend Agency Public Relations and Branding said Saturday afternoon in an email that some of its #KeepCullmanGreat signs in Cullman County were vandalized and some destroyed Friday night. The campaign is funded by the Cullman County-based political action committee (PAC) Advocates for Excellence in Education and is aimed at urging voters to vote yes March 3...
Updated 2-22-20 at 8:01 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - One person was killed and two injured in a two-vehicle crash in the southwest part of the city of Cullman Saturday afternoon. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick has identified the victim as Kerry Wayne Franklin, II, 31, of Cullman.
Cullman Police Department Traffic Homicide Investigator, Sgt. Joey Duncan said the incident happened...
ADDISON, Ala. – After
cancellations delayed the start of the season, the Addison Bulldogs got their
2020 campaign underway against the Good Hope Raiders Saturday.
Addison's imposing senior right-hander Luke Waldrep opened
the season on the mound for the Bulldogs, sophomore Braxton Marshal got the
start for Good Hope and Waldrep opened up the season by striking out the side
in the top half...
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. - A three-vehicle crash Friday afternoon claimed the lives of two people, according to Alabama State Troopers.
The wreck happened at 2:44 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21 on U.S. Highway 278 East near the Cullman County/Blount County line, 5 miles northwest of Blountsville.
A media release said Micki D. Murphree, 57, of Hanceville was killed when the 2010 Honda...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), a nonprofit advocacy group that serves the children of Cullman County, opened its doors Thursday evening for a public open house event. CASA volunteers advocate for children who have come into the Cullman County court system due to abuse, neglect or family custody issues.
CASA is a third-party entity which...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Forestry Planning Committee hosted its annual Arbor Day plant sale Thursday morning at the North Alabama Agriplex. The yearly favorite raises funds for the committee’s youth Forestry Awareness Week Now (FAWN) program and FFA Forestry Judging contest. FAWN is held at Sportsman Lake Park in in the spring and fall and teaches local...
WEST POINT, Ala. – West
Point’s Warrior Battle Tournament got underway Friday afternoon and it was opening
day for the Lady Warriors. West Point was home for their tournament matchups
Friday night, tying Priceville 3-3 and blasting Columbia 16-0, while Cullman’s
baseball and softball teams were competing in Gulf Shores and at the John Caroll
Classic respectively.
West Point 3 – Priceville 3 (varsity
softball)
A...
COLONY, Ala. - Melvin Hammond, Colony town councilman and U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran, was presented a Quilt of Valor during a ceremony Thursday morning at the Colony Senior Center. Quilts of Valor Foundation North Alabama District Coordinator Mary Harris made the presentation, assisted by volunteer quilter Caroline East, wrapping Hammond in the quilt decorated with the motif of naval...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The
2020 AHSAA State Basketball Tournament tips off Monday at the BJCC in
Birmingham and there will be a strong local presence at this year’s event. The Hanceville
Bulldogs are riding a huge wave of momentum into the final four after knocking
off the top-ranked Piedmont Bulldogs and Midfield Patriots in dramatic fashion to
win the Northeast Regional and the Cold...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The city of Cullman on Thursday was designated a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation for the 32nd consecutive year. During the ceremony, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs officially declared Feb. 23-29, 2020 “Arbor Week” in the city of Cullman and urged all citizens to support efforts to care for our trees and woodlands and...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s eSports club has its inaugural scrimmage match planned for Friday at 4:30 p.m.
Wallace State will oppose the University of Montevallo’s eSports team, marking the first known eSports match for an Alabama Community College System college. With this new team, Wallace State is joining a nationwide trend toward electronic, accessible sport options. E-sports...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Residents from all over Cullman County have reported receiving text messages asking them to vote yes on the proposed 1-cent tax March 3. Complaints poured in to The Cullman Tribune via social media and email Thursday, with residents angry about being sent unsolicited campaign texts to their cell phones. The Tribune has learned the campaign is...
CULLMAN, Ala. - It was a wonderful “Gotcha Day” for two families at the Cullman County Courthouse Thursday morning as two adoptions were made official by Cullman County Probate Judge Tammy Brown.
The commission conference room was standing room only as Jared and Summer Johnson’s adoption of their daughter Jasmine was finalized. Jasmine was surprised as her entire eighth-grade class...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A “groundbreaking” ceremony for a new subdivision was held Wednesday morning at Cullman City Hall. The event was moved indoors due to weather. The new Ellsworth subdivision will be located off Main Avenue Southwest. The development will be built by Birmingham-based Prominence Homes in partnership with commercial real estate firm Retail Specialists.
Ellsworth will consist of at...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Regional Foundation Board of Trustees at its annual board meeting inducted new officers, welcomed new members and recognized outgoing board members.
New Foundation Board of Trustees officers include Jerry Lawson, president; Dr. Ben Gomez, vice president; Cliff Harris, secretary; Brian Dove, treasurer; John Apel, first past president; Champ Crocker, second past president; and Danny McAfee,...
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – Things
are never boring with the Hanceville Bulldogs. After escaping Locust Fork in
overtime in the sub-regional and upsetting No. 1 Piedmont in double overtime
Saturday night, the Bulldogs have done it again, toppling Midfield 56-54 on a game-winning
shot by freshman guard Zach Campbell, who is already developing a reputation for
his late-game heroics. A turnover by the Patriots gave...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A stellar season for the West Point Lady Warriors came to an end Wednesday morning in the Northwest Regional Championship Game. After a hot start in the opening quarter gave them the early lead, the Lady Warriors did not make a shot from the field in the second and weren’t able to keep pace with Madison...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Museum Director Drew Green recently completed a three-year continuing education program offered by the Southeast Tourism Society to earn his certification as a Travel Marketing Professional. In addition, Green earned his Festival and Events Planner certification.
Green sat down with The Tribune to explain how he hopes the continuing education training will benefit tourism in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - During the public comment portion of its meeting agenda Monday evening, the Cullman City Council heard from local resident Elizabeth McDowell, who is unhappy about the recently announced development of an RV park at the City’s Burrow property at 1315 County Road 222. McDowell, who supports the development of a botanical garden at the site, told...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – For
the second straight season, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles are your Northwest
Regional Champions and they’ll be at the BJCC in Birmingham Monday to continue
their pursuit of another state title. Cold Springs battled it out with a Hatton
squad that refused to lay down and kept gunning for the defending state champs
but in the end, the Lady Eagles...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monday night’s 17th annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County Chili Dinner saw a large crowd come through First United Methodist Church Cullman’s doors, all in the name of charity. The dinner benefits the Cullman Caring for Kids food bank. Guests enjoyed chili, grilled cheese sandwiches, live music and a silent auction, and each received a hand-thrown...
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison’s
2020 season is scheduled to open at home Friday against Danville. This is a
season full of expectations and questions. Addison is coming off a
successful 2019 season, finishing second in the area and going to the state
playoffs. The bulldogs only lost two seniors off that club so you would
think that the sky is the limit for the Dawgs this...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Baseball season has arrived and the defending 6A state champion Cullman Bearcats opened things up with a rematch of last year’s third round playoff matchup against the Hazel Green Trojans. Cullman blasted the Trojans 10-0 in game one after three ‘Cats pitchers combined to toss a 2-hit shutout and they survived a tight second game 2-1...
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. -- The
Good Hope Raiders were on the court for a Regional Tournament game for the first
time since 2008 this morning and it was at Jacksonville State University’s Pete
Matthews Coliseum to face the Anniston Bulldogs. The Raiders overcame a slow
start and a big Anniston run at the end of the first half to get within six of
the Bulldogs...
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – Fairview and Anniston met in a rematch of last year’s Northeast Regional Final early Monday morning and the Lady Aggies were looking for some revenge against the defending state champions. Fairview hung with the Lady Bulldogs in a messy game that saw over 30 combined turnovers but couldn’t keep pace with them forever. The Lady Aggies...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional’s Cullman EMS is hosting its fifth annual 9-1-1 Chili Supper & Cook-Off Saturday, Feb. 22 from 5-7 p.m. at Cullman First Baptist Church. All proceeds will benefit local nonprofit Curt’s Closet.
The cook-off competition is open to all law enforcement, firefighters, EMA, EMS personnel and dispatchers.
The chili supper is open to the public for a...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional’s Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. recently received a donation of $5,000 from the Share Club of Cullman. The contribution came from proceeds from the Share Club’s Christmas Tour of Homes event and will benefit Hospice’s indigent care patients.
Hospice uses the indigent patient care fund to assist patients and families with everyday living expenses such...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A different type of love was in the air for Hanceville High School (HHS) Friday morning, when 400 valentine bags were given to students. Bags contained personal hygiene products and treats. Divided for boys and girls to collect, each contained a stick of deodorant, tooth brush and some candy or a snack cake.
HHS ACCESS/Theater/ACT Prep Teacher...
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – After surviving a thriller in the sub-regional at home against Locust Fork, the Hanceville Bulldogs traveled East Saturday night to face the top-ranked Piedmont Bulldogs in the Northeast Regional semifinals. After trailing for most of the game, Hanceville climbed back to tie the game at the end of regulation and extended the game into not one,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Play
at this year’s Northwest Regional Tournament resumed Saturday morning and at
noon, the West Point Lady Warriors tipped off their regional semifinal clash
against Mortimer Jordan. After trailing at halftime and falling behind early in
the fourth quarter, West Point rallied late to knock off the Lady Blue Devils
and advance to the elite eight.
The Lady Warriors fell behind...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Potters and volunteers were busy Friday afternoon at Cullman First United Methodist Church, washing the bowls that will be used at this Monday’s 17th annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County Chili Dinner. Attendees will enjoy chili with grilled cheese sandwiches, live entertainment and a silent auction. All money raised will benefit the Cullman Caring for Kids...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Valentine’s Day was celebrated in a frog-tastic way at the North Alabama Agriplex’s Little Farmers Preschool Program Friday morning. Program participants had the opportunity to celebrate the holiday with amphibious friends and learn the frog life cycle up close.
A spring peeper was the main attraction. Spring peepers are small frogs who, according to National Geographic, “begin...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Your
defending state champion in Class 2A hit the floor at Wallace State’s Tom Drake
Coliseum Friday night to compete in the Northwest Regional semifinals and after
overcoming a slow start, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles were able to pull away
from Tanner as the game progressed and advance to the elite eight. Cold Springs
trailed midway through the opening quarter...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Raider
history was made during last week’s 4A, Area 12 Tournament. During Good Hope’s matchup
with Oneonta in the tournament title game, senior guard Cole Maddox passed
former Raiders standout Kyle Aycock to become the all-time leading scorer in
Good Hope High School’s history. After putting up 40 in the Raiders’ most
recent victory over D.A.R. in sub-regionals, Maddox now...
CULLMAN, Ala. – We’re
now in the thick of postseason basketball and only five local teams remain in
the field to chase a state title. The defending 2A state champion Lady Eagles
of Cold Springs will tip things off in the Northwest Regional at Wallace State’s
Tom Drake Coliseum Friday night. The reigning Cullman County Tournament champions,
the West Point Lady Warriors will play...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local church is hosting a prayer vigil for critically-injured Cullman County Sheriff's Deputy Adam Clark and his injured K9 partner, Figo.
Pure Faith Ministries will hold the event this Saturday, Feb. 15 at 10 a.m. at Depot Park in downtown Cullman, 309 First Ave. NE.
Pure Faith Ministries shared on social media: "A burden has been...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Valentine’s Day is tomorrow. That’s right, you have one day left to get that card or gift! We can’t help you with that, but we CAN let you know about some sweet events happening around town. Know of one we missed? Email maggie@cullmantribune.com to have your event added.
Valentine’s Day “Date Night” Celebration, 5-10 p.m. at Stone...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Fifty-five days after an EF-2 tornado wiped out three homes in Town Creek, Alabama taking the lives of two, leaving four others severely injured in the care of three different hospitals, state and local legislators gathered at Town Creek City Hall to present cash donations and scholarships raised on behalf of these families for shelter, medical...
Updated 2-12-20 at 4:36 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala.- Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry said Deputy Adam Clark, who was critically injured in a wreck early Tuesday morning, is "making progress."
Gentry addressed the media Wednesday at East Side Baptist Church, where he gave an update on Clark and his K9 partner Figo, who was also seriously injured.
Dispatch lost contact with Clark during...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The
library at Holly Pond High School was packed with friends, family, teammates
and coaches Wednesday morning to celebrate the next stage of one Bronco’s athletic
and academic career. Senior infielder Ashley Duke signed a scholarship to play for
Judson College in Marion and Eagles Head Coach Tom Hannah was in attendance for
his newest player’s signing and is looking...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The day is finally here. Fifteen months after the stretch of Eva Road between Forrest Avenue Northeast and Scenic Drive Northeast was closed for new bridge construction, the bridge is complete, and the road is open to traffic today, Feb. 12, 2020. The bridge has been named the Hugh P. Brindley, Sr. Memorial Bridge.
The roadway was...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville
is heading back to Jacksonville State for the Northeast Regional after taking
down Locust Fork in a thrilling, sub-regional showdown that couldn’t be decided
in four quarters. Bulldogs guard Tyson Bellmon drilled a three-pointer from the
left wing at the buzzer to tie the game at 43 at the end of regulation and send
us to overtime. After both teams...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Eva Road bridge will re-open Wednesday, Feb. 12. The City of Cullman made the announcement Tuesday.
"After several rain delays, the City of Cullman is happy to announce that the Eva Road bridge will reopen to traffic on the morning of Wednesday, February 12, 2020! Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs and Police Chief Kenny Culpepper would like to...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Everyone knows to call 9-1-1 in an emergency, but do you know about 2-1-1? It’s a hotline number and partner program of United Way of Cullman County that links callers to basic human needs like food, clothing and shelter. It can also help with physical and mental health needs including support groups, drug and alcohol intervention,...
ORLANDO, Fla. – Two local schools were represented at this year’s UCA National High School Cheerleading Championships at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports at the Walt Disney World Resort and both of them are coming home with some bragging rights. The Cullman Bearcats collected a 10th place finish in the Game Day division and their Traditional team captured third...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Debate has been fierce and rumors have swirled since a 1-cent tax proposed by the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) was placed on the March 3 primary ballot. If passed, approximately 77% of the revenues (based on 2019 student figures) would go to Cullman County Schools for a collection of projects (www.cullmantribune.com/2019/10/25/where-would-the-1-cent-tax-money-go/), 21% to Cullman...
Updated 2-11-20 at 6:39 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputy remains in critical condition in Huntsville Hospital, following a car crash early Tuesday morning. Deputy Adam Clark was injured, along with his K9 partner Figo.
According to the CCSO, dispatch lost contact with Clark during heavy rain. Deputies located Clark a short time later, when they...
ADDISON, Ala. – The
Addison Lady Dawgs hosted the Tanner Lady Rattlers at Stephenson Gym in the sub-regional
round of the state tournament Monday night. Addison came in with a sparkling
21-2 record and Tanner sported a 13-12 record. The game promised to be a good
one due to the Lady Dawgs senior experience and the young Tanner team’s athleticism.
The first period opened...
CULLMAN, Ala. – After
winning its last meeting with Athens, Cullman looked for another huge win
against the Lady Golden Eagles, but this time, their season was on the line.
After trailing at the halftime break, the Lady Bearcats couldn't muster much of
anything offensively in the second half and Athens was able to pull away to
take the game 60-29.
Five straight points by...
WEST POINT, Ala. – For
the second consecutive season, the West Point Lady Warriors have defeated East
Limestone in the sub-regionals and will move on to play in the Northwest
Regional Tournament at Wallace State. The Lady Warriors trailed at the half but
got big baskets when they needed them in the second half and managed to topple
the Lady Indians 57-50, earning a...
CULLMAN, Ala.-
Sub-regionals are here and several local teams are looking to keep their
respective seasons alive. Everyone is in "win or go home" mode from
now on. On the girls’ side, Addison, Cold Springs, Cullman and West Point will
host their games while Fairview, Hanceville and Holly Pond travel. In the boys’
bracket, Hanceville will host its sub-regional game while Good Hope and
Vinemont...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Flourish of Cullman on Saturday evening hosted a fundraiser, the “Roaring 20s” Bingo Night and Silent Auction, at Goat Island Brewing. The organization, which helps people with developmental disabilities gain skills for independent living and employment, is raising funds for its current housing project, a duplex near Berlin. The annual Goat Island event is one of...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tinkergarten classes are now being offered in Cullman. The eight-class spring session will begin March 31 and run through May 19 Tuesdays at Heritage Park (No class April 21).
What exactly is Tinkergarten?
According to the organization, “Tinkergarten is on a mission to elevate childhood. We’re growing a technology-enabled network of leaders that bring families together in...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Friday morning saw the Cullman County Association of Volunteer Fire Departments (CCAVFD) receive a gift from the City of Cullman and Cullman Fire Rescue. The City surplussed 33 air packs, donating them to the CCAVFD.
CCAVFD President Joe Golden of Baileyton shared how the air packs will benefit county volunteer fire departments.
“There’s several departments in the county...
HANCEVILLE, Ala – The
Bulldogs returned to Lane Horton Gymnasium after knocking off J.B. Pennington
earlier this week and this time, they were facing Glencoe for this year’s 3A,
Area 12 tournament championship. Hanceville set the tone right out of the gate
and handled the Yellow Jackets 73-41 to earn another home game in the
sub-regional round next week.
Two quick baskets from Cainon...
WEST POINT, Ala. – West
point was aiming for back to bac Class 5A, Area 14 championships Thursday night
when they took on Hamilton in a rematch of last year's title game and the Lady
Warriors easily took care of business. West Point pulled away to win the 72-43
and take home another area tournament title and they'll return home to host a...
ADDISON, Ala. -- The
Addison Lady Dawgs hosted the Red Bay Lady Tigers at Stephenson Gymnasium on a
cool, dreary night for the Class 2A, Area 13 tournament title. Both teams were
assured of a state playoff spot, but the winner would host a game on Monday
night while the loser would travel. Addison had defeated Red Bay twice
already during the regular season...
CULLMAN, Ala. – For
the third time this season, the Cullman Lady Bearcats are winners over the
Hartselle Lady Tigers and their most recent victory earned them another home
game in the postseason. Hartselle traveled to Cullman High School for the 6A,
Area 14 tournament championship game Thursday night and the Lady Bearcats sent
them home with a 46-37 loss, winning this year’s area...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional’s Cullman Emergency Medical Services (EMS) recently received 10 Carter Kits to be placed in each ambulance thanks to a recent donation from local State Farm agent Tonya Wilson.
Carter Kits are inspired by Carter Severs, a 5-year-old boy from Michigan who has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Carter’s dad, Justin Severs, is a police detective and...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Kali Madison Davis was crowned Miss Scarlet Sweetheart at Good Hope High School this past Saturday. The inaugural Miss Scarlet Sweetheart Pageant was hosted by the Good Hope High School English Department while the Raider Marching Band hosted a beauty expo in the band room.
The event was a collaborative effort. The pageant was a fundraiser for...
WHITE CITY, Ala. - An EF1 tornado with peak winds of 105 mph touched down in Cullman County between White City and Holly Pond Thursday, March 14, 2019, damaging homes as well the White City Community Center. Sadly, the community center, which had served as both a voting precinct and a meeting place for the residents of White City,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, Feb. 10 Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) will open a new indoor archery facility at 1913 Second Ave. SW (U.S. Highway 31) on Cullman’s south side, allowing competitive archers, bowhunters and recreational hobbyists a new opportunity to bend their bows even when the weather does not allow access to the department’s outdoor...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Last
weekend was another success for Cullman Gymnastics & Cheer Academy’s Xtreme
Allstars. After a strong showing at the JAMfest Bam JAM at the BJCC Jan. 25in which two of their squads took home first place, the Allstars made the
trip to Huntsville’s Von Braun Center last Saturday for this year’s Victory
Valentine Cheer Competition and swept the top prizes....
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The
Bulldogs returned home Tuesday night to host this year’s Class 3A, Area 12
Tournament and Hanceville is on to the championship game after eliminating J.B.
Pennington 65-54 in the opening round.
The Bulldogs got off to a 6-2 start early in the game
and Raiden Morgan knocked down a pair of free throws to make it 8-2. Morgan
scored a...
ADDISON, Ala. -- The Addison Lady Dawgs are hosting this year’s 2A, Area 13 Tournament as the number one seed at lovely Stephenson Gym. The Red Bay Lady Tigers defeated the shorthanded Winston County Lady Yellow Jackets in the first game, 42-38. The Lady Dawgs and their stellar 19-2 record took on the fourth-seeded Sulligent Lady Blue Devils with...
WEST POINT, Ala. – The
postseason is here, and it's win or go home for local teams, including West
Point, who took on Russellville with a chance to try and repeat as Class 5A,
Area 14 champions. The Lady Warriors took care of the Lady Golden Tigers 77-45 to
move on to the championship game and will face Hamilton Thursday night at 7.
Six...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Both
the Lady Raiders and Lady Aggies were on the court at Fairview High School
Monday night for the opening round of the class 4A, Area 12 Tournament and split
their respective matchups with Oneonta and Ashville. The Lady Redskins edged Good
Hope 47-41 in overtime while Fairview pounded the Lady Bulldogs 71-23 to earn a
spot in Thursday night’s area...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Coming up this Saturday, Feb. 8 at 9 a.m. is the New Year, New You Polar Run 5K Run/Walk at Good Hope High School. Whether you prefer to walk or run, everyone is encouraged to come out and participate in the event to raise funds for the Good Hope High School International Travel Education Program.
GHHS...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex hosted a special guest, Alabama Beekeepers Association President Phillip Garrison, Thursday evening for an introduction to beekeeping class, featuring plenty of knowledge and secret tips for those interested.
“Honey does not ruin unless it comes in contact with water. Then it will sour,” said Garrison. “I have honey I harvested with my dad...
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s baseball team opens the 2020 season at home today, welcoming Motlow State for a doubleheader at James C. Bailey Stadium.
The Lions return considerable sophomore experience in the lineup and on the pitching staff in 2020, as coach Randy Putman enters his 31st season at Wallace State. Putman is four wins shy of 1,100...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Forty-five years. That’s dedication, and such commitment warrants recognition. City officials and sanitation department workers did just that Friday, recognizing retiring Cullman City Sanitation Department Superintendent Larry Jones for his milestone. Attendees included Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs, former Cullman Mayor Max Townson and former Cullman City Sanitation Department Superintendent Delwin Kilgo.
“I already miss the ones I...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 24th annual Big Band Dance featuring the Cullman High School Jazz Band will be held at Stone Bridge Farms next Friday, Feb. 7 from 7-9 p.m. The dance has traditionally been held at the Cullman Civic Center, and organizers are keen for the public to be aware of the change. The community dance will feature...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Friday
was senior night at Holly Pond High School and there were several cheerleaders
and Bronco basketball players to recognize in front of their home crowd but on
the court, the night belonged to West Point. The Lady Warriors blew past Holly
Pond 73-35 while the Warriors held off a late run from the Broncos win 67-63. The
Broncos will...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several area band students traveled to Muscle Shoals High School to audition for the Alabama Bandmasters Association 2020 All-State Bands recently. Those selected for All-State Band honors will participate in the All-State Band Festival at the Von Braun Civic Center in Huntsville April 23-25.
Making All-State bands is no easy feat, said Cullman High School Director of...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Area
tournaments have arrived and its now time to win or go home for local teams traveling
and hosting their respective tournaments. The winners and runners-up of the
area tournaments will automatically advance to the sub-regionals on Feb. 10 and
11.
Class 1A, Area 13 (varsity
girls) (Decatur Heritage Christian Academy)
St. Bernard will be the
no. 4 seed in the area 13 tournament...
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont
hosted St. Bernard on senior night Thursday after splitting their games against
Cold Springs Tuesday and St. Bernard looked to bounce back after getting swept
by Southeastern. The Lady Eagles rolled past the Lady Saints 54-35 while the
Saints used a second-half comeback to race past the Eagles 42-41. St. Bernard
will travel to Decatur Heritage Christian Academy for its...
ADDISON, Ala. -- The
Falkville Blue Devils brought their men's and women's teams into Stephenson Gym
to play the Addison Bulldogs on senior night Thursday night. The girls game
promised to be a good one because The Falkville Lady Devils were 16-8 and
defeated the Lady Dawgs earlier in the season. That loss was one of only two
that the Lady Dawgs suffered all...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Thursday
night was senior night at Good Hope and both the Raiders and Lady Raiders
welcomed Mortimer Jordan for a pair of varsity matchups before area tournaments
tip next week. The Lady Raiders fought tooth and nail with Mortimer Jordan for
three quarters but were outpaced in the final frame, falling 61-42 while the
Raiders pulled away from the Blue...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A group of Rwandan visitors was in Cullman Tuesday, meeting with the Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force. The delegates traveled to the United States through the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). Huntsville-based Global Ties Alabama (GTA), which hosts international visitors traveling to Alabama, helped coordinate the meeting.
“The IVLP is the U.S....
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The inaugural Miss Scarlet Sweetheart Pageant & Expo is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1 at Good Hope High School. The pageant, hosted by the Good Hope High School English Department, will feature seven divisions ranging from 0 to 19 years of age. The expo will feature pageant- and beauty-related vendors. Proceeds from the pageant will...
CULLMAN, Ala. - “Our future’s so bright, we gotta wear shades.” That was the message from Cullman Regional at its 2020 State of the Health System Address Wednesday.
Cullman Regional Chief Executive Officer James Clements highlighted the improvements and growth the hospital has experienced in the last several years, as well as exciting future projects the community can expect.
Clements discussed...
CULLMAN, Ala. - When Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) reopened its doors Monday, Jan. 6 following the Christmas/New Year holiday, 106 families were waiting for assistance from the agency’s food pantry. By the end of that week, 298 families had been served. Wednesday, with two days to go until month’s end, the number sat at 617.
Couple those numbers with...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) on Wednesday afternoon received a hefty donation of $5,500 from Cullman’s Wal-Mart Distribution Center.
“We’re so excited to acknowledge Wal-Mart Distribution Center,” said UWCC Executive Director Becky Goff. “They’ve been a longtime partner with United Way here in Cullman County since the beginning. For more than 30 years they’ve been...
CULLMAN, Ala. – There’s
a new name atop the scoring charts at Cullman High School. One of senior point
guard Anna Katherine Eastman’s early baskets in the Lady Bearcats’ 60-29 win at
Decatur last Friday pushed her past former Lady Bearcats star Baylee Johnson to
become the all-time leading scorer in Cullman history. After Cullman’s win over
Hartselle Tuesday night, Eastman now holds 1,724...
COLONY, Ala. - On Saturday afternoon, Colony Town Council members held their first planning meeting for what could be the town’s largest community celebration in 50 years. Councilwoman Ethel Alexander, who has coordinated numerous local events in recent years, headed up the meeting on behalf of Councilman Melvin Hammond, who spearheaded the project but could not attend due to...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- After falling to West Point and Hanceville, respectively, in the Cullman County Tournament, Fairview looked to bounce back on Tuesday night as they hosted Brewer for a pair of senior night matchups. The boys game was a special occasion for the home crowd. The manager of the Aggies basketball team and fan favorite Joseph Kanaday hit...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman
returned home Tuesday night for a pair of massive area showdowns against the hated
Hartselle Tigers and the Lady Bearcats won the right to host next week’s Area
14 tournament after blowing past the Lady Tigers 55-26. The Bearcats and Tigers
went back and forth for 32 minutes but after coming up big at the free throw
line late in...
BREMEN, Ala. – Monday
was senior night at Cold Springs High School and 11 Eagles were recognized
between their games against Vinemont for their achievements during their athletic
careers. Senior cheerleaders Taylor Teems, Jordan Light, Sadie McClendon,
Mallory Ballenger and Hadley Hinds and senior basketball players Logan Rice,
Kylon Hamby, Elizabeth Hill, Emi Harbison, Emma Chambers and Neely Ellison were
honored after the Lady Eagles’...
DOUBLE SPRINGS, Ala. -- Both
the Addison boys and girls teams came into the Winston County Basketball
Tournament as the top seeds. The tournament went as expected with both the boys
and girls teams playing the no. 2 seeds, the Winston County Jackets and Lady
Jackets, in the county finals but the chalk didn't hold up for both games.
The girls fought through a...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Good
Hope and West Point met as the top two seeds in this year’s county tournament but
once they hit the floor, the Raiders didn’t let off the gas and thanks in large
part a 25-point explosion from Cole Maddox, they toppled the Warriors 86-68 and
went home with back to back county titles.
A three-point play by Cole Maddox...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After
making their way through the varsity girls bracket during the last week, the
Lady Warriors and Lady Eagles clashed for a county championship Saturday night and
West Point handed Cold Springs its first loss since Dec. 2. The Lady Warriors pulled
ahead of the top-seeded Lady Eagles early and never looked back, pulling away
to win this year’s county title...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Both
of the top seeds in the JV Boys bracket met in the title game Saturday
afternoon and four quarters were not enough to decide a winner. Neither team
could create much separation throughout the game but after Good Hope scored off
a missed free throw to go up one with seven seconds remaining in overtime, West
Point’s Isaac Hoffpauir banked...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Good Hope and West Point tipped off championship Saturday at Tom Drake Coliseum with the JV Girls finals and after a slow start in the first quarter, the Lady Warriors were able to methodically pull away and defeat the Lady Raiders 47-20, capturing back to back JV Girls county crowns.
The Lady Warriors held a 3-1...
CULLMAN, Ala. - When the Loomis Bros. Circus rolls into Cullman next week, some parts of it may have to keep on rolling, but it depends on who you ask. According to Cullman County Parks and Recreation (CCPR) Director Doug Davenport, there will be no elephants used in the circus’ performances at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center, while...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman restaurants bring a variety of options to the table when it comes to eating out as a family. Below are some kid-friendly restaurants that have budget-friendly specials for families. Know of one we missed? Email maggie@cullmantribune.com.
Shrimp BasketLocated at 716 Second Ave. NW, Cullman, AL 35055
Kids 12 and younger eat free Wednesdays. (One kid per adult...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The
West Point Warriors and Cold Springs Eagles faced off in Friday’s nightcap from
the Cullman County Tournament with a spot in Saturday’s varsity boys
championship game on the line. After falling behind early in the first quarter
and trailing at the halftime break, the Warriors bounced back in the second
half and knocked off the Eagles 71-62 to earn a...
