HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College embraced a new era of leadership across its athletic programs, with four new head coaches stepping into prominent roles for the 2024–25 academic year. While each brings a unique background and approach, Faron Key (men's basketball), Joseph Simmons (women's basketball), Sallie Burch (softball), and Kayland Wilson (men's golf) all share a deep-rooted...
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison High School's Mattie Johnson will start her senior year in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith, starting with a couple of Bible verses that changed her life.
"I think it's really important to put God first in everything you do. Even during your lowest of times, God is always there to love and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School graduate Eliana Hollis has created a vibrant mural for East Elementary School’s garden. For Hollis, the project was a personal artistic opportunity. A former East Elementary student herself, she said it was a chance to give back to a school that helped shape her childhood.
“I was really thrilled to do it because I...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Recently, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department each had school resource officer (SRO) training programs, as well as prepped for school safety protocols for the new year. Sheriff Matt Gentry said the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and the Board of Education continue to prioritize safety across all school campuses through strong communication and collaboration. “Our...
5th annual Masquerade Ball coming Sept. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman offers a full range of no-cost services for survivors of domestic violence and recently shared a need for teens and shelter supplies. If you would like to help, please visit www.victimservices.online/give-a-donation or call 256-775-2600.Executive Director Jessica Atchley said Cullman County sees hundreds of domestic violence reports...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Commissioned for Christ will host its inaugural “Bibles & Backpacks” back-to-school outreach on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds fair theater. The free event is open to all school-aged children and their families and will include free Bibles, backpacks, haircuts and a day filled with worship and prayer.
In addition to...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
July 28
Duty upon striking an unattended vehicle; person; property damage; $300; Main Ave. SW
Arrests
July 28
Meyer, Abby R.; 32
Theft of property – 4th degree
Pope, Robert...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Rumors Deli part of Hank's Sports Bar & Rumors Deli celebrated 25 years of business on Friday, July 25. While the restaurant has seen changes over the years, the spirit of Rumors remains the same.
"It's awesome," said General Manager Kendrick Boudreaux. “Today is about Rumors. We're just glad to be part of the community and...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope High School's Colby Pike will start junior year in August, and in this interview, he discusses his relationship with God, starting with a student camp that changed his life and many others as well.
"He has really changed my life here recently, because I've started going back to Daystar Church, and we just recently...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is proud to announce that nine teams and more than 50 student athletes were recognized by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) with All-Academic honors.
The NJCAA recognizes teams who collectively have a GPA of 3.0 or higher as All-Academic Teams of the Year. The nine Wallace State teams recognized include: Volleyball...
Excuse me, but did you ask me if I had ever been on Broadway? Well, yes, as a matter of fact I have. I have walked on Broadway, and I saw “Phantom of the Opera” there. I have never performed “on” Broadway, but last week I did perform “at” Broadway. That was not in New York City but in...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School's Olivia Dover earned her diploma in May, and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite sports memories and discussed what it was like to be around so many great teammates, friends and coaches.
"For volleyball, my favorite memories were when we beat Mountain Brook at Regionals and going to state for the...
From the files of July 26, 1934
WELCOME NEWS
Baileyton, R. 1, July 23—Mrs. G. M. Allbritten spent Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Mark Allbritten.
Mrs. N. W. Self called on Mrs. Earl Bartlett Sunday afternoon. Misses Lessie Holcomb, was a dinner guest of Miss Leola Cupp, Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. Levert Minor, of Cross Roads, spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and...
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point High School's Jakob Salter collected his diploma in May, and in this interview, he shares some of his memories competing on the track, starting with his experience running in Gulf Shores for the first time in his career.
"My favorite memory is from my junior year, when me and my 4x8 relay team went...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The new school year is quickly approaching, and with it, major updates are happening for Cullman Middle School, Cullman High School and West Elementary School. Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff said the district has remained focused on communication, safety and minimal disruption as students prepare to return to campus on Aug. 6.
At Cullman Middle School,...
BERLIN, Ala. – Mayor Patrick Bates opened the monthly session of the Berlin Town Council on Monday, July 21. The meeting commenced with an invocation and Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Donald Gunter.
The first order of business concerned filling Place 2, which was left vacant after Councilman James Sanford resigned June 30. Steven Michael Clark was the sole...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County recently wrapped up its annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive, and Executive Director Stephanie Childers said they were overwhelmed with gratitude for the outpouring of support from the community.
“This effort helps ensure that every child in Cullman County and Cullman City Schools starts the school year with the tools...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville High School's Abigail Brady will start her junior year in August and in this interview, she discusses her faith, and how God has helped her through some tough times in her life.
"God means so much to me. I wouldn't be who I am today without Him. Walking with God has helped me in every aspect...
Updated July 26, 2025, at 12:08 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) met July 22, at Cullman County Economic Development to report business and discuss volunteering, fair booth ideas and Beautification Awards.
First, the group provided updates on the Alabama Adopt-A-Mile Program. Alabama PALS provides Adopt-a-Mile signs for groups wanting to adopt a mile on...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex’s ninth annual Harvest to Home Dinner will take place Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. The North Alabama Agriplex invites community members and supporters to its signature fundraiser. Doors open at 5 p.m., with dinner served promptly at 6, at Loft 212, located at 212 Fourth St. SW in downtown Cullman.
Guests will enjoy a...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Go Platinum Salon is once again giving back to local families with its third annual Back-to-School Free Haircut Day, set for Saturday, Aug. 2, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Daystar Church in Cullman. The event is open to all school-aged children in grades K–12 and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Stylists will provide basic...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- Lauren Hughes, a 10-year-old swimmer from Cullman and member of the Cullman Swim Association, delivered an outstanding performance at the Southeastern Swimming Long Course Championships held in Huntsville this past weekend.
The prestigious meet featured top swimmers from Alabama, Tennessee, and the Florida Panhandle and is sanctioned by USA Swimming, the governing body for the U.S. Olympic Team.
Lauren’s...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is proud to announce the inaugural Wallace State Athletics Benefit Dinner, scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025. This event, presented by Traditions Bank, will celebrate the launch of the Lion Athletics Fund, a new initiative dedicated to enhancing the student-athlete experience across all athletic programs at Wallace State.
The evening will bring together...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Whether it is fruits, vegetables and honey or beef, pork and peanuts, Alabama’s farmers provide a bountiful amount of products for consumers to enjoy. The efforts of those farmers will be celebrated July 26, on Sweet Grown Alabama Day.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey kicked off the celebration July 10, signing an official proclamation declaring July 26,...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Defending Class 5A state girls’ cross country champion Rose Betts of Brewer High School crossed the finish line first in the 2025 North-South Girls’ Cross Country competition Tuesday morning at Gateway Park to lead the North to the team championship.
In the boys’ competition, South runners Peyton Holderer of UMS-Wright and David Layfield of Horseshoe Bend finished 1-2, but the North boys pulled...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma's Coffee House is celebrating 10 years in business this month with a schedule full of exciting events and reflections on the past decade. Since opening its doors in the Warehouse District, Karma's has become a popular community hub and gathering place where customers enjoy spending time and creating memories over coffee.
Over the years, Karma's has...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Cheyenne Bishop will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she talked about her faith, starting with a couple of her favorite Bible verses that have changed her life.
"God means everything to me. If it wasn't for God, I wouldn't be the person I am today. He has blessed me...
ATLANTA – The University of Alabama football team earned 11 spots on the 2025 Preseason All-SEC Team, the league office announced Friday. In addition, the Crimson Tide was selected to finish third overall in the league, according to media members in attendance at SEC Media Days this past week.
Alabama represented two slots across the first teams, both on offense. The...
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We visited two dinosaur museums on our trip. My favorite was Montana’s Glendive Dinosaur and Fossil Museum, which presents the dinosaur from a biblical perspective. There we saw a giant Tyrannosaurus rex in mid roar! Well, OK, but we did see a full-size cast of one, as well as several other creatures and numerous dinosaur bones. I’m...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms was packed with friends, family, former teammates and coaches, old rivals and more Saturday night to celebrate the induction of the Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame’s 25th annual class. CCSHOF Chairman Marty Hardman kicked things off by recognizing and honoring former chairman Jackie Satterfield (2010-2024) for his years of service to the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board met Friday, approving financial reports, discussing ongoing projects and recognizing the success of ongoing programs.
The library’s financial statements were approved, and the board said the budget remains in good shape. Recent upgrades have been completed, and all spending is on track.
The board approved a request to release previously allocated County...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Computer Science program recently introduced local students to the dynamic world of cybersecurity through an AFA CyberPatriot Camp, co-hosted by the college and the North Central Alabama STEM Ecosystem.
CyberPatriot is the National Youth Cyber Education Program created by the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) to inspire K-12 students to pursue careers...
From the files of July 10, 1945
Etha News
The Rev. Roosevelt Pepper is supplying the pulpit at Shady Grove. Rev. C. E. Rush supplied his pulpit there last Sunday night.
Miss Ora Herrin is visiting Mrs. E. M. Hines.
O. W. Harris is visiting his brother, Judge O. W. Harris of Chattanooga, Tenn., who is ill.
Mrs. E. G. Johnston of Birmingham, has...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education has once again been named a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing (NLN). The program was the first college or university nursing program in the state to achieve this honor in 2016. This is the third time the program has received the designation.
“This third...
CULLMAN, Ala. – After 17 years, Rickey Kreps retires from the board of the Cullman Housing Authority.
Executive Director Marquisha Griffin said Kreps served on the board from 2008-2025, and was the chair of the board from 2011-2023.
“He provided consistent leadership during a period of significant growth and transformation within the agency,” she said. “Under his chairmanship, CHA secured over...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Baylee McKendree will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith and relationship with God, starting with her favorite verse that has helped her during her time in the band.
"He means everything to me. He's the reason I was born and the reason I continue to live....
CULLMAN, Ala. – Della is the kind of dog who doesn’t need to announce herself; her gentle spirit speaks volumes the moment you meet her.
This 2-year-old Great Pyrenees/Great Dane mix, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is all about calm energy and quiet companionship.
She’s got a low-energy demeanor that makes her a dream in just about any setting,...
The following information was taken from www.outdooralabama.com/black-bear/alabama-black-bears.
Historically, Alabama’s black bear population only occurred in the southwest portion of the state, primarily in Mobile, Washington and Clarke counties. The bears of this region of the state are of the Florida subspecies, Ursus americanus floridanus, and while in low numbers here, are quite abundant throughout many areas of Florida.
In recent years, black bears...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Smith Lake Veterinary Hospital opened its doors to the public on Saturday, June 28, for its grand opening.
Veterinarian and Owner Morgan White and her husband Daniel White said they welcomed over 200 people to tour their facility and enjoyed an afternoon of family fun with face painting, snow cones and giveaways.
“We enjoyed this opportunity to...
MADISON, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team placed second out of nine teams at the ARPA District II Swim Meet held last weekend in Madison. CST collected several medals after an excellent performance and will now compete at the ARPA State Championship in Albertville in two weeks.
Cullman - 2025 ARPA District II Results
Girls 6 & Under
25 Free - 2. Ellie Grace Thigpen (21.55)
25...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Housing Authority will hold a Community Conversations event on Wednesday, July 23, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Hilltop Community Center. It’s an event designed for residents.
CHA Executive Director Marquisha Griffin said this is the first event of its kind for the agency.
“Your Voice, Your Home: Community Conversations was developed as a proactive effort to...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Republicans Cindy Myrex and Clint Hollingsworth are likely headed for a runoff, as neither topped 50% of the vote in the Tuesday, July 15, Primary for Alabama House District 12. Myrex came closer, at 49.81%.
Primary results with 28 of 29 boxes reporting:
Cindy Myrex: 2,129 votes (49.81%)
Clint Hollingsworth: 1,848 votes (43.24%)
Heather Doyle: 150 votes (3.51%)
Dan McWhorter: 147...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting Monday night and got things started with the certification of three council members.
Eric Phillips (Place 2), Greg Brown (Place 4) and Taft Dillashaw (Place 5) are all incumbents who qualified to run in the upcoming Aug. 26, 2025, Good Hope Municipal Election. All three are...
Hey Joe!
This is your dog, Roscoe. It’s hard to believe it’s been over six years since you picked us up from the side of the highway. That’s a real long time for us, so I thought it might be a good time to tell you exactly what happened.
My sister, the one you call Reese, and I were just a...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday presented a resolution of commendation to each member and coach of East Elementary School’s archery team for their achievements during the last school year in the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP).
The resolution reads as follows:
WHEREAS, the East Elementary Archery Team brought home 1st place at all nine regular...
A Heat Advisory is in effect today from 10 AM- 7 PM across portions of western and northern Alabama. Head Index values will range between 103-108. Limit outdoor activity. If outdoors, stay in shaded areas as much as possible and drink plenty of non-alcoholic liquids.
At 7 am, the center of a broad area of low pressure was located just...
Governor Kay Ivey visits STEM camp at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools (CCS) and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) teamed up to host a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) camp at East Elementary School (EES) over the past week, and the students had a special visitor on Tuesday. Governor Kay Ivey made her way...
3 graduate from Cullman County Drug Court
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Drug Court recently had several participants of its program graduate.
Cullman County District Judge Chad Floyd said he is very proud of the accomplishments of each of the successful graduates, including Juan “Frank” Juarez, DD and JW.
“There’s something special about when a participant completes the entire program, beginning to...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Baylee Perdue will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith and how much her parents and friends have helped her during her journey.
"God has been with me through the easy and tough times in my life, and I wouldn't be the person I am today without...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council worked through a full agenda while welcoming a large group of guests to city hall on Monday evening. In attendance, longtime Cullman developer and businessman Roy Drinkard was recognized for the recent celebration of his 105th birthday. Councilman Brad Smith read a letter from the State appointing Cullman Fire Chief Darren Peeples...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama families can save money on back-to-school essentials during the state’s 20th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, which begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 18, and runs through midnight on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
During this three-day tax holiday, shoppers can purchase certain school supplies, computers, books and clothing free of Alabama’s 4% state sales or...
ALDOT plans to close part of I-65 northbound Tuesday night for a bridge repair near Lacon in Morgan County.
Starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, northbound I-65 traffic will detour to US-31 at Exit 318. Message boards will direct motorists.
During the closure, crews will repair a hole in the deck of the northbound I-65 bridge over Flint Creek. ALDOT...
GOLD RIDGE, Ala. - Senate President Pro Tempore Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, announced Saturday during the monthly breakfast sponsored by the Gold Ridge Volunteer Fire Department that he has secured $24,000 in grant funding for the community.According to Gudger’s office, the funding, which came from the Cullman County Legislative Fund, will be split over two projects and used “to pave...
Continued from www.cullmantribune.com/2025/07/06/column-south-dakota-is-amazing
Almost 221 years ago, in 1804, Lewis and Clark headed west under the commission of President Thomas Jefferson, to see what we had bought in the Louisiana Purchase. In the fall of that year, the explorers had made their way westward to what would eventually become North Dakota. As they stood on the banks of the Missouri...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly Pond High’s Bryanna Holloway will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith, and how much being saved helped her be a light to other people in her life.
"God has played a role in honestly every aspect of my life, even when I don't know the plan I'm going...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Auxiliary held its first Summer Youth Program of the year on July 9, at Cullman VFW Post 2214.
Children participated in art projects and learned about the theme of the week: American symbols. They listened to stories about the history of the American flag, the Statue of Liberty and other...
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council convened with a packed crowd for its monthly meeting on July 8, with all council members in attendance.
The council got right to business as Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser began reading the resolutions certifying results for council seats in which candidates are unopposed. Kelley Little (Place 1) and Nina Justice (Place 2) retained...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope High School’s Madison Green will be starting her junior year in August, and in this interview, she discussed her faith, and the role God has played in her life.
"He has played a big role in my life. I have gone through a lot of things this year where I have questioned God and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Point High School Baseball will host its 7th Annual 4-Man Scramble Golf Tournament on Saturday, July 26, at Cross Creek Golf Course. The event will begin with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. The cost to participate is $75 per player or $300 per four-person team. Hole sponsorships are also available for $100, with checks made...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Macie Huffstutler will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she discussed her faith and how much God has changed her life, starting with a couple of her favorite Bible verses.
"God means so much to me. He has helped me through many difficult situations and is my rock. I'm so...
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Cold Springs High School Royal Blue Band held a shrimp and crawfish boil to raise funds at Johnny’s Barbershop in Dodge City on a hot July 4.
Tickets were good for 2 pounds of either fresh shrimp or crawfish, along with sausage, potatoes and corn. After pre-sold ticket orders were fulfilled, the band sold meals...
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway commenced the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council on July 7, 2025. The meeting opened with an invocation led by Councilman Greg Griffin, then began with awards being presented to the 2025 Baileyton Citizen and Volunteer of the Year.
“Tonight we have two people that we want to recognize,” the mayor said. “We...
(UPDATED) CULLMAN, Ala. – With the passage of Senate Bill 322 into law, questions surrounding a proposed Smith Lake Resort project have continued to circulate throughout Cullman County.
The new law allows certain large developments — like destination resorts with hotels, marinas and restaurants — to be annexed into the city of Cullman even if the property doesn’t touch city limits....
CULLMAN, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is launching a new, free digital literacy course designed to help adults feel more confident using technology in their everyday lives. The course, developed in partnership with the Cullman Electric Cooperative and the Cullman County Public Library System, will begin July 29 and run through Sept. 30, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview High School’s Cali Golden will be a junior in August, and in this interview, she discussed her faith, and how much God has helped make her the person that she is today. She started by sharing a Bible verse that has changed her life.
"He's been my rock and refuge through all the loss and heartbreak...
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School students recently competed in the Partnership for Academic Competition Excellence (PACE) National Scholastic Championship (NSC), June 7-8, in Rosemont, Illinois, placing second in their division.
“After winning the NAQT SSNCT National Championship in April, we finished off by placing second in the SS division of the PACE National Championship last month,” said...
MADISON, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team concluded its regular season on the road with a challenging dual meet against the Madison Swim Team, the reigning state champion, on Thursday June 26. While Cullman fell short on closing the season out with a win, the swimmers finished the regular season with a 5-1 record. The team will now shift its focus...
Continued from www.cullmantribune.com/2025/06/29/column-we-made-it-to-rapid-city-but-not-rapidly
After a few hours of sleep in Rapid City, we began our journey at the drug store…Wall Drug Store. Wall Drug is more akin to a shopping mall for tourist than a drugstore, but it began as a drugstore back in 1931. There is a drugstore still in there…somewhere. If you’ve ever traveled out West, you’ve seen...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A single-vessel fire that occurred at approximately 6 p.m. Sunday, July 6, injured a Mississippi woman. Alabama State Troopers said Katherine E. Goodwin, 30, of Florence, Mississippi, was injured when the 20-foot Runabout vessel she was a passenger on caught on fire.
Troopers said Goodwin and the three other individuals onboard the Runabout all drove into...
This is a new series for Michael Connelly. His previous series were about Los Angeles Police Detective Harry Bosch and the Lincoln Lawyer, his half-brother Mickey Haller. Connelly has a relatively new series about Renee Ballard. The Harry Bosch series has 24 novels and the Lincoln Lawyer series has six books. Yes, I have read them all. His other...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond High School’s Melissa Williams is preparing for her senior year of school in August. Her faith and her relationship with God has meant the world to Melissa, and she shared a couple of her favorite Bible verses.
"God means everything to me. I am nothing without God. He gave me life, and He continues...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope High School’s Anna-Grace Pemberton is preparing to start her senior year in August, and in this interview, she discusses her relationship with God, starting with a couple of Bible verses have completely changed her life.
"God means a lot to me. I make sure that I spend time with Him by doing Bible studies...
Local business spotlight: Cappy’s Boats
CULLMAN, Ala. - From a pandemic-era conversation between Gretchen and Scott Travis came one of the most recognizable boat rental and cruise services on Smith Lake.
The couple, both longtime visitors to the lake and now owners of Cappy’s Boats, launched the business in 2020 at a time when travel restrictions and social distancing had significantly...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Peoples Bank of Alabama has been recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Banks 2025. This prestigious award is presented in collaboration with Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced on June 17, 2025, and can be viewed on the Forbes website.
Financial institutions serve as the foundation of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - This Fourth of July weekend, people heading to Smith Lake are encouraged to prioritize safety while enjoying the summer festivities.
Boating is an excellent way to spend time on Smith Lake, but it also comes with responsibilities. All passengers should wear life jackets at all times. Maintain safe speeds and use proper lighting after dark. Operating a...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A new state law regulating hemp-derived products has gone into effect across Alabama, leaving small business owners and consumers scrambling for answers about what comes next — and who is at risk.
House Bill 445, signed into law by Gov. Kay Ivey on May 14, redefines hemp-derived products, bans smokeable forms and gives sweeping enforcement authority to...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host a self-defense course geared toward medical personnel on Saturday, July 12, from noon-2 p.m. at the Wellness Center.
The free training event will be presented by Gentle Solutions and will focus on staying safe in the workplace. Topics to be covered include:
Situational awareness and de-escalation tactics
Tactics for making clear decisions under...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview’s Allidy Hackney collected her diploma in May, and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite high school memories, plus the amazing experience that she had in theater alongside some great people.
"My favorite high school memories were our homecoming weeks. They were so much fun, and Friday night football games are some memories I'll...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced the application process for the 2025 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative Awards. These awards provide the opportunity to identify and recognize excellence and current trends in school safety throughout the state. The deadline to file an application is Friday, Aug.15, 2025.
“There is nothing more important than protecting the health and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Pickleball is a trend that has swept the nation, and Cullman is no exception. Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism began a new youth pickleball camp designed to introduce kids to the fast-growing sport in a fun and accessible way.
The camp ran June 23-26 at the pickleball courts at the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center....
CULLMAN, Ala. - Plans are currently being made to remove several large trees at Sportsman Lake Park near Cullman Veterans Memorial Park. The Veterans Memorial Park Board requested the removal of the trees so the park could accommodate a new drone monument. Details about the project remain tentative. The matter has already gained local attention due to its potential...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation will host the Smith Lake Park 4th of July Festival on Friday, July 4, from 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Kenneth Cornelius said this is a cash-only event to enter and is $5 per person or $20 per vehicle.
“The Smith Lake Park Fireworks Festival has been a family...
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont High School’s Maggie Payne is preparing to start her senior year in August, and in this interview, she discusses how much her faith means to her, starting with a couple of her favorite bible verses.
"It's hard to put into words how much God truly means to me. I try to make Him a part of...
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Town of South Vinemont and Vinemont Baptist Church will host the fourth annual 4th of July Celebration on Sunday, July 6, at the Vinemont Sports Complex. Gates open at 7 p.m. with the fireworks show scheduled to begin at 9. The event is free for all attendees.
“Four years in, our event stands as a testament...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team was back home to host a meet against Boaz last Tuesday and they put together a dominant, 506-199 win over the Barracudas.
Head Coach: Charis Peek
Assistant Coaches: Anna Hilb, Troy Mann, and Anna Page
Results
Girls 6 & Under
25 Free - 1. Ellie Grace Thigpen (25.86); 3. Emy Berryhill (37.85)
25 Back - 2. Emy Berryhill...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County will soon expand its efforts to combat food insecurity through a new partnership with AmeriCorps VISTA and the American Connection Corps (ACC). The Link will serve as a placement site for an ACC member for 2025-2026 — an opportunity that will support its growing community outreach and food distribution programs.
With more...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Fire & Rescue gave tips on fire safety and showered kids with water from the fire engine at the Shirley Burden Public Library on Wednesday, June 25.
Firefighters educated children and parents on smoke alarms and practicing fire escape drills at home. They also discussed “getting out and staying out” and explained which places in the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A coastal addition has just expanded Cullman’s culinary scene. Half Shell Oyster House officially opened its 15th location, its sixth in Alabama, on Wednesday, June 25, at Cotton Creek Warehouse, bringing Gulf Coast cuisine, a New Orleans-inspired atmosphere and a strong focus on Southern hospitality to downtown.
The restaurant was initially launched in Gulfport, Mississippi, in 2009....
CULLMAN, Ala. – Say hello to Jeeves, a striking 1‑year‑old Giant Schnauzer mix with a heart of gold! This handsome fellow, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, brings a perfect balance of medium energy and unwavering loyalty, making him the quintessential therapy, companion or hiking buddy!
Jeeves is happiest exploring and stretching his legs in the yard, but no...
HARTSELLE, Ala. – Cullman Regional’s freestanding emergency department in Hartselle has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval by demonstrating compliance with its performance standards. According to The Joint Commission, the Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.
As a new hospital service, Hartselle Health...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education on Tuesday, June 24, announced the results of the fiscal year 2024 financial audit conducted by Aldridge, Borden & Company, P.C., which revealed no audit findings.
“The audit highlights the board's strong financial management and responsible fiscal actions throughout the year,” the board said in a media release.Key highlights from the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Historical Society met on Sunday, June 22, to discuss ongoing projects, upcoming events and local preservation efforts.
Julia Floyd of the Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) presented plans for a new patriotic monument at Veterans Park at Sportsman Lake Park. The memorial, featuring a bronze Minuteman statue and...
Heat Advisories continue for portions of central Alabama through 7 PM today and the northern sections until 7 PM Friday.
Rain and thunderstorms across the northern half of the state will be ending this morning with decreasing clouds statewide by early afternoon. This will not only raise heat index values to 103-110 in the advisory areas but also increase atmospheric...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Wednesday morning was a special one for the folks at the new Dale’s location in Good Hope. After a soft opening last week, representatives from the City of Good Hope and Dale’s owner Greg Black were joined by dozens of friends, family and other members of the community to officially cut the ribbon on the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex has been hosting its Touring Farms for Kids program for the past 24 years. The program is a hands-on, two-day summer experience that introduces children to the rich farming traditions and agricultural diversity of north Alabama.
This year, more than 40 children and adults participated June 17-18, boarding a Wallace State Community College...
Updated June 26, 2025, at 10:02 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Credit Union (ACU) started Secret Meals for Hungry Children in 2008 and for the past several years, Pentastar South Car Club, along with Cullman Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram, Pepsi and Alabama Credit Union have partnered together with local sponsors to raise money for the organization. This year they were...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Key Lime Pie is a new, genre-blending band that grew from humble beginnings into a crowd-pleasing favorite. Starting as a backyard jam session, the band has evolved into a dynamic group making waves at venues around town.
Before the official beginning of the band, deep-rooted, music-loving friendships had already taken place.
Max Townson, the band’s guitarist, shared, “Our...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Fire Rescue shared final incident and medical numbers from Rock the South, which took place June 19-21.
Police Chief Joey Duncan said over all three days, 29 arrests were made and 62 people were ejected from the property.
“The Cullman Police Department extends its heartfelt gratitude to...
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont’s Trinity Sartin collected her diploma in May, and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite memories from her time as an Eagle, starting with the relationships she made competing in archery.
"During archery season, we would always go to big tournaments, and sometimes, I would shoot with elementary school kids. Helping them shoot and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County officials have begun the process of applying for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to help fund important road improvement projects in qualifying areas. The grant is offered through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to enhance infrastructure in low- to moderate-income communities.
“We apply every time we’re eligible, and eligibility depends...
