FLORENCE, Ala. – Both the Cold Springs Eagles and Hanceville Bulldogs finished runner up at their respective area tournaments last week and they were both back in action at regional tournaments on Monday. Cold Springs fell to Lindsay Lane (13-3) and Tuscaloosa Academy (16-14) at the 2A North Regional in Florence, bringing the Eagles’ season to an end. At...
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School held its annual Miss West Point Pageant on April 19 and freshman Auburn Burtis beat out the competition to take home the Miss West Point Princess crown. Auburn has been competing in pageants for 12 years, and she had a lot of fun representing her school. She was around so many...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Lions secured the 2025 regular season conference championship with a split of their two-game series at Southern Union on Thursday. With the 11-8 win in 13 innings, Wallace State claimed the top spot in the conference. Unfortunately, the Lions fell 6-2 in the second game.
The Lions improve to 45-10 overall and 25-5 in conference. Southern...
She said, “What do you not do? You write, you sing, you play instruments and you even build instruments. Do you paint?”
I grinned and said, “Oh, yes ma’am, I sure do paint.”
Then she asked, “When did first begin painting?”
I replied, “I can’t say for certain, but I think the first painting I ever did was when I was about...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from East and West Elementary Schools spent Thursday, May 1, making marshmallow catapults, learning computer code and more as part of the annual STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Day.STEM Day is a key part of Cullman City Schools’ curriculum because it celebrates four fields that are key to innovation, problem-solving and the future of...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A group of local residents, through a charitable drive born out of Leadership Cullman County – Jordan’s Junk Drawer – recently assembled and distributed 50 sensory kits to schools, hospitals, libraries and other spaces. The drive raised $2,630 and collected 343 sensory items.
Organizers had planned to create only 35 kits, but the group ended up making...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above and beyond in their professions.
Teacher of the Month: Beth Metcalfe, sixth-grade math, Holly Pond K-8Pictured left to right are Holly Pond K-8 Assistant Principal Danny Weaver, AmFirst Cullman Branch Manager Daniel Boggan, AmFirst Teacher of...
A line of showers and thunderstorms ahead of a strong cold front in western Tennessee and Mississippi at 7 am will reach northwestern Alabama by late morning and move through the state this afternoon and evening. The SPC currently has the state in a Marginal Risk as current cloud cover from overnight rainfall is expected to keep instability on...
Wait for a rainy, cold, black-and-white movie kind of afternoon. Have a box of tissues handy, then grab a pint of Ben and Jerry’s. If you’ve got time, watch “Casablanca.” Now, go back in time and think about a breakup – the one that wounded you the most, and then ask yourself, “What song could I absolutely not listen...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) reiterated that Alabama residents will still be able to obtain their STAR ID from an ALEA Exam Office after the May 7, federal enforcement date.
May 7, is not the last day residents can obtain a STAR ID from an ALEA Exam Office. However, this is the date on which the...
Alabama Strawberry Festival breaks records
CULLMAN, Ala. — The sweet smell of fresh strawberries and festival food filled the air downtown as crowds poured into Cullman for this year’s Alabama Strawberry Festival — and by all accounts, it was the biggest and best yet.
“This year’s festival was a tremendous success,” said Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – With the Class 4A, Area 13 championship on the line, the Good Hope Lady Raiders faced off against Danville on Monday and after falling behind early, the Raiders erupted for 10 runs in the fourth inning and went on to defeat Danville 14-7 to claim the area title. Good Hope will advance to compete at...
PHIL CAMPBELL, Ala. – After splitting their first two games with the Bobcats on Saturday, the Vinemont Eagles returned to Phil Campbell for the rubber match on Monday. Vinemont plated nine runs in the first three innings to take an early lead and tacked on four more in the sixth to pull away with a 15-5 win, securing a...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man was killed Monday morning in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 31 and 24th Street Southeast.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as William Lavon Harper, 73. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Kilpatrick said Harper was the only fatality in the incident.
Cullman Police Department Chief Joey Duncan...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior Jordan Simmons has spent the last six seasons playing on the Aggies’ JV and varsity softball teams and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite memories from all that time spent on the field alongside her friends and teammates.
"Honestly, it's just the little stuff. Watching and playing with some of my best...
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Monday morning was a special one at Parkside School. Before school began, the gymnasium was packed with students waiting to surprise and celebrate third grader Paxton Plourd. Plourd was at Wintrust Arena in Chicago on Saturday competing in this year’s Elks Hoop Shoot national finals and he shot a perfect 25 of 25 from the free...
From the files of April 26, 1934
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CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman will host its first-ever Pulling for Survivors fire truck pull event on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the parking lot of WildWater Cullman. The family-friendly event is both a fundraiser and a show of support for community survivors of domestic violence.
Teams of 10, consisting of local first responders, businesses,...
HOLLY POND, Ala. - April is Jazz Appreciation Month and the Holly Pond High School Band will host its fourth annual Pops in the Park tonight, Saturday, April 26, from 5-7:30 at Governor’s Park.
Holly Pond Band Director Steven Porter said the jazz band will kick off the evening with some favorite numbers.
“We will also have a few originals, good...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional recently welcomed Leor Arbel, MD, to Cullman Regional Medical Group. Arbel is the fourth urologist to join the hospital’s employed provider group in two years. She also has the distinction of being the only female urologist in the hospital’s seven-county service area, according to Cullman Regional.
Arbel earned her medical degree from the University of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the beautiful and sweet Misty Steele, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. She’s a domestic shorthair who is approximately 1-year-old.
This beautiful girl is friendly, curious and outgoing. If you love comfort then get ready, because she enjoys a good cuddle. Her personality blossoms anytime she is with you, which makes her a perfect choice...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Cullman Regional Foundation Gala will take place this Saturday, April 26, at 5:30 p.m. at the Venue at Cotton Creek. Gala XXIV’s theme is “Old Florida.” The evening will feature dinner, a special program and silent and live auctions.
“The annual event recognizes individuals who have played a significant role in advancing health care...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Parents with young students outside the Cullman City Schools district who are interested in enrolling their children as out-of-district students will have an opportunity soon — though space is limited.Out-of-district registration for kindergarten students will begin on May 8 for the 2025-2026 school year. This registration is for prospective kindergarten students whose families live outside the...
WEST POINT, Ala. - With its strong finish at the William Rufus King Memorial Tournament, the quiz bowl team from West Point High School proved themselves worthy to play on a national stage. On Friday, April 25, the team will represent their school in a 148-team national competition: National Academic Quiz Tournaments' Small School National Championship Tournament.Quiz bowl is...
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Council on Monday opened its meeting by welcoming athletes from Cullman Gymnastics, to celebrate their recent victory at the 2025 Alabama Optional/Xcel State Meet, where they were named Alabama Silver Team State Champions. Offering a resolution recognizing the team, Councilman Clint Hollingsworth presented individual certificates to:
Avery Adams - level XB div. F first place...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Three Birmingham residents were arrested and charged in Cullman on Friday, April 18, with organized retail theft.
According to the City of Cullman, at approximately 3:05 p.m., Cullman Police Department patrol officers were dispatched to Walmart on Olive Street Southwest in reference to a felony theft in progress.
Upon arrival, officers allegedly located the suspect vehicle, a silver...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview senior Emily Benson is so happy to have God in her life and in this interview, she talked about different times He's been there for her and shared some of her favorite Bible verses.
"God has always been a big part of my life ever since I was young. He has brought me through many things...
From the files of April 19,1945
To and FroBy EAGLE EYE
Friday the thirteenth was a lucky day for competition when the Cullman County High school judging team won the state contest at Auburn. Winning first place, the Ingram News-Herald, the Graton High School, the F. F. A. the Cullman Hi Times were tops and walked away with top honors. This...
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School senior Madilyn Kerber has been named the Region 7, Class 1A Scholar-Athlete by the prestigious Bryant-Jordan Scholarship Program. She was recognized at the 40th Annual Bryant-Jordan Awards Banquet, held Monday, April 14, 2025, in the Sheraton Birmingham Hotel Ballroom.
Kerber earned a $3,000 scholarship as the Region 7 winner and plans to attend...
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles secure this year’s 3A, Area 12 Championship during the regular season and as a result, they were back home at Mike Cupp Field Thursday night to host Randolph County in the opening round of the state playoffs. The Tigers jumped out to an early lead in game one and fended off a late...
ADDISON, Ala. – After securing the area title during the regular season, the third-ranked Addison Bulldogs began their postseason run at home with a matchup against Skyline. The Bulldogs dominated both games from start to finish, hammering the Vikings 22-0 in game one and wrapping up the series with an 18-0 in game two. In both wins, Addison racked...
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- Vinemont hit the road for an important area matchup at J.B. Pennington Thursday night and returned home with a 14-7 win over the Tigers. Vinemont plated five runs in the final two innings to pull away with the win.
Both teams traded runs to start out the game. Arleigh Thomason led off the game with a single,...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Aspen Institute on Thursday, April 17, announced that Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, one of 16 colleges in the Wisconsin Technical College System, is the winner of the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition for high achievement and performance among America’s community colleges.Aspen also recognized two community colleges with excellent workforce...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Two Wallace State Community College students were among 48 recognized by the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) at its 30th annual All-Alabama Academic Team Recognition Program recently at the Embassy Suites Birmingham-Hoover. Two students from each Alabama community college earned scholarship awards totaling $61,250.
Wallace State students Lizbeth Reyna Delgado and Kimberly Wilt each received $1,000 scholarships...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) on April 10, hosted a thrilling night of mystery, plot twists and laughter with a murder mystery dinner.
Gathered at Camp Meadowbrook, patrons were served a fancy meal while given the task of deciphering clues to solve a “murder.” Interactive character actors greeted visitors at the door,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Smith Lake Environmental Preservation Committee (SLEPC) is hosting two cleanups this month. The Renew Our Rivers Smith Lake Cleanup will be held Friday, April 25, from 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and the Adopt-a-Stream Roadside Cleanup will take place Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
SLEPC Treasurer Margaret Hill said the Renew our Rivers lake cleanup will...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce will host a free Lunch & Learn titled “All About Meta”on Tuesday, April 29, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Chamber office. Attendees are encouraged to bring their lunch and laptop for a hands-on session aimed at helping individuals and businesses boost their digital presence using current Meta tools.
Led by...
DANVILLE, Ala. – Good Hope hit the road for an area matchup at Danville on Tuesday and after jumping out to an early lead, the Raiders fended off the Hawks in the final two innings to secure an 8-4 win.
After a scoreless first inning, Good Hope took the lead in the top of the second. Molly Benefield led off...
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Town of Vinemont will host its monthly senior luncheon on Monday, April 21, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Vinemont Community Center. This month’s luncheon will have a special Easter theme. All monthly luncheons are open to anyone 55 and older, from any community.
Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser said, “Having these events allows our senior...
MILLBROOK, AL | The 5th-ranked Wallace State men's tennis team put on a dominating show as they captured the 2025 ACCC Championship last Saturday at 17 Springs in Millbrook, AL.
The Lions swept every championship flight at the tournament.
It all started with men’s player of the year James Edley, who rolled through the competition to win the #1 singles championship....
MILLBROOK, AL | The 14th-ranked Wallace State women's tennis team captured the 2025 ACCC Championship last Saturday at 17 Springs in Millbrook, AL.
After day one of the tournament, the Lions trailed Coastal Alabama South 18-17 but rallied on day two to capture the title.
In singles, No.1 Noelle D’Angelillo finished an undefeated conference season by winning the #1 conference singles....
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School hosted its Centennial Celebration on Saturday, April 12, beginning with a 5K Fun Run/Walk.
FHS Family and Consumer Science Teacher and Head Track and Field Coach Whitney Haynes, and seventh-grade Life Science Teacher Leslie Arnold said they were excited to host the Centennial race.
“We feel like we had a great turnout for our first...
BREMEN, Ala. -- After clinching a spot in the playoffs last week, the Cold Springs Eagles looked to keep the momentum going at home against Meek on Monday afternoon. Cold Springs took the early lead in the first inning and never relinquished it as they went on to defeat Meek 13-3.
The Eagles struck first in the bottom of the...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Darryl Dailey, the school resource officer at Hanceville Middle School, was recently awarded Alabama Instructor of the Year by L.E.A.D. (Law Enforcement Against Drugs & Violence).
L.E.A.D is a nationwide nonprofit that works with communities to help students understand the dangers of drugs and violence. SRO Dailey was presented with the award...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources has announced the launch of the new ConnectEBT mobile app. This app is a more secure process for EBT cardholders to access their accounts to check their SNAP balances in real time, request replacement EBT cards, change their PINs, view all EBT transactions and find answers to frequently asked questions....
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs on Thursday, April 10, 2025, proclaimed the month of April 2025 “Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Month” in the city of Cullman. The proclamation was presented to Samantha Way of Brooks' Place/The Child Advocacy Center of Cullman, Inc. and Tammy Watson, Melissa Betts, Dakota Trammell and Cayla-Grace Murphy of The Link of Cullman...
Cullman Middle School’s (CMS) archery team recently competed in the Alabama State Championship for archery, and won it all as the top overall middle school team in the state.
CMS’s archery team beat out 31 other schools in the competition, with a total of 706 middle school archers competing in the event.
The top performers for Cullman Middle School included Gabby...
From the files of April 12,1945
To and Fro
by Eagle Eye
Youthful Cullman County calf was among the prize winning animals for the 4-H-FFA livestock show held last week. The calf was a 4-H club project, again being sponsored by local stock yards through commerce.
There are a thousand dollars over the quota, but have not stopped selling War Bonds and Stamps...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman hosted its annual Pre-State Tournament at Heritage Park and Cullman High School this weekend and Good Hope had a busy Saturday on the diamond as well.
Cullman 4 - Brookwood 1 (Friday)
Brookwood collected the first run of the game in the bottom of the second, as an error allowed them to take the 1-0 lead. After...
CULLMAN, Ala. – About 150 people filled the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center Friday, April 11, for the annual Senior Easter Egg Hunt. Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) Director Stephanie Lawson said you're never too old for a little Easter magic, and this event provides just that for local seniors. “We had 1,000 eggs to hunt with the senior...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Military veterans and beginning farmers looking to improve their outreach and connect with more customers are invited to attend the upcoming “Marketing the Farm: One Picture at a Time” workshop on Thursday, April 17, at the North Alabama Agriplex. The event, which runs from 6-8 p.m., is free to attend and includes a light supper. Online...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Marley, a Yellow Lab/Terrier mix, who is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. She is approximately a year old and exhibits medium/high energy.
At the moment she is struggling with shelter life. However, once out of her kennel, she’s a different girl who adores your company!
Marley understands leash etiquette. She knows when it’s time to go...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Mayor Keith Henry commenced the monthly session of the Fairview Town Council on April 7, 2025. The meeting opened with an invocation led by Julie Grimes.
The council discussed a new resolution to apply for grants to install a new sewer line in hopes of welcoming new businesses to the community. Former Fairview Mayor Randall Shedd, met...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday approved a slate of upcoming special events, while tabling a request from Michael McBrayer for the annual Rock the South music festival at York Family Farms in July. According to Council President Jenny Folsom, public safety staff have not yet completed and submitted their final reports. The council did not...
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The Town of Falkville is hosting the Eggfest Egg Hunt this Saturday, April 12, at 2 p.m. at South Park in the track area.
The event is free to the public and will include a visit from the Easter Bunny, food and drinks, a massive egg hunt with 5,000 eggs and Golden Egg prizes.
Event Coordinator Danielle Hayes said...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Bearcat Band hosted its annual Dinner with the Drumline event on Thursday, April 3. It saw a big turnout, with food from Johnny's Bar-B-Q, door prizes and performances by the Cullman High School and Middle School percussion ensembles.
Throughout the spring semester, the ensembles rehearse supplemental percussion material for the event. The concert was free,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above and beyond in their professions.Teacher of the Month: Patrick McDonald, Health, Good Hope High School(Pictured left to right are Good Hope High School Assistant Principal Adriana Skutchan, AmFirst Cullman Branch Manager Daniel Boggan, Cullman County...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 41st annual Bloomin' Festival took place this past weekend. While it was scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, April 5-6, Sunday’s event was canceled due to inclement weather. However, after the cancellation was announced, online donations and raffle tickets brought in $14,000 in just the first hour, with donations and sales continuing into the afternoon. Saturday...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back home on a wet and chilly Monday afternoon to host a varsity matchup against the Patriots of Brewer. The Bearcats fell behind early and rallied to cut into the lead as the game went on, but they couldn’t keep pace with Brewer’s bats and eventually fell to the Patriots 17-10.
Brewer plated three runs...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- God has definitely changed Good Hope senior Mattie Wix's life and in this interview, she discussed her relationship with her faith, starting with some of her favorite Bible verses.
"God holds a significance in my life that is difficult to put into words. He serves as my guiding light and my source of reassurance when faced...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - When Wallace State Community College Welding Department Chair Randy Hammond stands in front of a class of welding students, he can identify with each of them because he was in their same position once upon a time.
Hammond's journey with Wallace State began in 1991 when he enrolled in the Welding Technology program. Drawn by the college's...
From the files of April 5, 1962
To and Fro
Three Cullman artists are among those who have paintings on exhibit in the Southeast Jury Show at the Birmingham Museum. Mrs. Finis St. John, Jr. has two paintings chosen for the show which will last through April 27. Mrs. E. B. Barnes and Mrs. Louis Graf, Jr. each has a painting...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two students at West Elementary School in Cullman won the region in a statewide contest to design and build innovative new apps for learning.Fourth grader Lauren Hughes and sixth grader Kinslee Barnett won their respective age divisions for their apps, as part of the Governor’s App Challenge. They’ll next compete at the Alabama Computer Science Summit...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library has added two librarians to its staff. Library Manager Teresa Rivera said the library is fully staffed for the first time since last November. The new employees are Pam Reid and Cystal Stone.
“Pam Reid joined in February,” Rivera said. “She is a local resident and retired educator. She had served on...
CULLMAN, Ala. - One person was hospitalized tonight after a reported hit-and-run crash and pursuit in the city of Cullman.
According to officials with the City of Cullman, the Cullman Police Department responded to a hit-and-run crash involving a Dodge Ram pick-up truck and a Chevrolet Malibu at approximately 6:36 p.m.
"The Dodge Ram later struck another vehicle and...
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s been a remarkable run for Coach Tammy West and the Cold Springs Lady Eagles. Since arriving as the varsity girls’ basketball coach in 1992, West has led the Lady Eagles to 754 wins, seven county championships, eight Final Four appearances and four state titles and now she’s excited to take on a new challenge. West...
If you have a minute to read an excerpt from long-winded Lauren’s heart:
I run. I run often. I enjoy it. It relieves stress for me.
I think the reason I truly enjoy running is because for that moment you dedicate yourself to running — it’s the only thing that exists.
Problems outside your track or trail aren't valid in those miles.
The...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview took game one of its area series at Guntersville Tuesday night and they returned home to Mark Moore Field Thursday night to finish the series with the Wildcats. The Aggies dropped the first game of Thursday’s doubleheader 5-1 but bounced back to take the rubber match 6-3 and win the series.
Guntersville 5 – Fairview 1...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional Medical Group has added a new, highly advanced capability to its surgical offerings. OB-GYN physician Lance Justice, DO, now offers robotic-assisted gynecologic surgery using the da Vinci robotic surgical system.
By combining expert surgical skill with state-of-the-art technology, Justice is making this gold-standard for gynecologic surgery more available to women in Cullman and the surrounding...
The stalled frontal boundary across Arkansas and Tennessee may move close enough to initiate isolated to scattered thunderstorms this afternoon north of a Hamilton – Huntsville line. If so, hail and wind gusts from 40-60 mph would be the main threats. However, there remains equal chances the front remains stationary with no storm development today in northwest Alabama.
Otherwise, conditions will remain dry...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department on April 1 said that it “proudly recognizes Officer Roy Bates for his exceptional work and dedication to public safety.”
In a post to social media, the department explained, “On January 14, 2025, Officer Bates successfully apprehended a fleeing felony suspect who had stolen a vehicle. His swift response and commitment to protecting...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Since taking the reins of the program in 2009, Cullman Baseball Head Coach Brent Patterson has put together quite the resume. He’s led the Bearcats to a pair of state championships in 2015 and 2019 along with state runner up finishes in 2011, 2014, 2016 and 2017. He’s helped develop dozens of former Bearcats into college...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hayley Drake and Amy Whaley have been named CCBOE Teachers of the Year, Cullman County Schools announced this week.Drake, a reading specialist at Vinemont Elementary School, was named Elementary Teacher of the Year.
VES Principal Kim Brown said, “Hayley Drake has been an integral part of our school-wide reading transformation and our selection as an ARI Science...
VINEMONT, Ala. – After Sunday night’s rainy weather pushed the start of this year’s Cullman County Softball Tournament to Tuesday, the Good Hope Raiders defended their title in dominant fashion, routing Cold Springs 17-2 in the semifinals and handling West Point in the championship game 11-1. Molly Benefield got the start for Good Hope in the title game, allowing...
COLOMBUS, Ohio — After receiving thousands of submissions from across the United States, Zaner-Bloser has named winners of the 34th annual Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest. The winners include seven Grand National Champions selected from 28 Regional Winners representing each grade K–6, and two Nicholas Maxim Award winners for students with cognitive, intellectual, physical and/or developmental disabilities.
Sacred Heart kindergartener Noah...
As I look back on the life I’ve lived, I seem to focus a lot on my childhood. I think most anyone does. As the time between now and then grows longer, our memories seem to grow fonder. However, I readily admit that life is mostly better nowadays, although it’s a lot more complicated.
Nevertheless, many of us still pine...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Lions’ softball team bounced back from their doubleheader loss on the road at Northwest-Shoals with a sweep of their own. They defeated the Patriots 7-4 in game one and held on for a 4-3 win in the second game.
Wallace State is now 27-8 overall and 9-3 in conference play. Northwest-Shoals falls to 14-20 and 8-8...
Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms will move across the state from Saturday afternoon through early Sunday afternoon. A couple of storms on Sunday could have wind gusts from 40-60 mph and hail, but widespread severe weather will not occur. A break in precipitation from Sunday afternoon into the evening hours will allow the atmosphere to destabilize.
A line of thunderstorms...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed on Friday, March 28, announced Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is 3.3%, unchanged from January 2025’s rate and up from February 2024’s rate of 2.9%. The rate represents 77,813 unemployed persons, compared to 78,249 in January and 67,091 in February 2024.
Cullman County’s February unemployment rate ticked up to...
AUBURN, Ala. – The $437 million U.S. catfish industry is in need of better genetic and breeding technologies to be competitive with foreign imports. Recently, Auburn scientists have made advances in identifying markers of catfish sperm that can better survive cryopreservation and aid in the selective breeding of high-performing blue catfish.
A team of hatchery scientists from the Alabama Agricultural...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet 2.5-3-year-old Notable Ned, a hound mix who is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
The lovable chap has low to medium energy. While unassuming and pensive, this fellow is ever so quiet in his kennel. Notable Ned also understands leash etiquette and is quickly picked up jumping over the hurdles at the shelter.
When he journeys...
HOOVER, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies were on the road competing at this year’s Hoover Tournament this week and they collected a 5-3 win over Calera Thursday night. The Eagles led 3-2 at one point but the Aggies plated three unanswered runs to pull away with a 5-3 win.
Lincoln Wright led off the top of the first with a...
DA Champ Crocker helps with CHS English project ‘trial’
CULLMAN, Ala. - A long-running project to use literature as a gateway to teaching students more about the legal system received a bit of help from Cullman County’s own district attorney recently at Cullman High School.For the past several years, CHS English Department Chair Denise Burroughs has held a “trial” as...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Wednesday, March 26, proclaimed the month of April 2025 “National Child Abuse Prevention Month” (NCAPM) in the city of Cullman. The proclamation was presented to Javon Daniel and Candace Lingo of Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK), a local organization with a mission to see that “no child will ever be abused,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19, beginning at 9 a.m. The event is free to attend and open to children of all ages. The hunt will be divided into age groups, with designated sections of the park set up for each group to allow for a fair chance...
CASPER, Wyo. -- The Wallace State women’s basketball team opened the 2025 NJCAA Women’s National Tournament with a 62-46 win over Murray State College (OK).
“I was so proud of our team for the toughness and grit they played with throughout the game. I think once our nerves calmed down, we were able to settle in on offense and our...
Officials from Alabama State Parks and the Von Braun Astronomical Society gathered Thursday with city leaders and representatives from NASA to dedicate a Moon Tree – a tree grown from seeds flown on American spacecraft in lunar orbit – that has been planted at Monte Sano State Park.
NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement selected the Von Braun Astronomical Society to...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Child Development Center parent teacher organization is hosting the third annual Cullman Family Expo on Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center.
Organizers said the Cullman Family Expo is more than just a free family friendly event; it's a celebration of community and a chance for local...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - As part of the Fairview High School 100 Year Celebration, a 5K race and Mile Fun Run will take place Saturday, April 12.
Event Coordinator and Fairview teacher Leslie Arnold said proceeds will benefit the school through the work of the Alumni Association.
“Each 5K finisher will receive a FHS 100 Year Celebration medal,” Arnold said. “Chipped race...
CULLMAN, Ala. – J & C Local Farm is set to make its debut at the 41st Annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Crafts Fair at St. Bernard Preparatory School on April 5-6, 2025. Nestled in the heart of nature, J & C Local Farms is a working farm dedicated to cultivating culinary lavender and creating high-quality handcrafted products infused...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, March 20, hosted the 82nd annual Chamber Gala at Stone Bridge Farms. It was an elegant evening full of live jazz music, food and sparkling champagne.
Chamber President Joey Orr celebrated the Chamber’s accomplishments over the past year. She said the Chamber welcomed 169 new members and reported financial...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Acclaimed woodturner Vyron Bearden of Muscle Shoals is eagerly anticipating his return to Cullman for the 41st Annual Bloomin’ Festival, where he will showcase his handcrafted pens, cutting boards and other unique wood creations.
Bearden’s journey with woodworking began in high school, where he developed a passion for working with wood in shop class. After earning a...
“Here One Moment” opens on a flight from the Tasmanian capital of Hobart to Sydney. It would have been a short trip, except there is a two-hour delay for departure. The passengers are getting restless and anxious. Everyone is frazzled about being late, or missing an important event. Or, like the young mother of two small children, knows that soon her children will...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library hosted an Author Talk event with local author Dr. Rebekah Lloyd on Wednesday, March 19.
Lloyd said she published her first book in August.
“My first one was published Aug. 1, 2024,” Lloyd said. “My memoir, ‘Beautifully Flawed: A Journey of Faith, Loss, and Resilience,’ will be published April 15. The new children’s...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School on Wednesday, March 19, cut the ribbon on additions and renovations to its Family & Consumer Sciences and Agriculture facilities. School faculty and staff, along with members of the school board and Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette joined in on the festivities.
Additions include new career tech classrooms, a culinary lab, spirt shop and more....
CULLMAN, Ala. – After a pause to make sure he was ready, Retired U.S. Army Col. Don Fallin has reentered the campaign for the Alabama House District 11 seat vacated when former Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview, moved to a position in the office of Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman.
Fallin is a Fairview native who graduated from Fairview High School before...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board at its meeting on Tuesday, March 18, began with awards and recognitions.
Jonathan Hayes was recognized as the AmFirst Teacher of the Month for serving the city school system as a teacher and coach for 20 years. Hayes comes from a family with a combined 106 years in education. He also...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - It’s hard to escape the commercials advertising drugs for managing diabetes and weight loss, and for many they may cause more questions than answers for either healthcare workers or patients. With that in mind, Wallace State Community College is hosting an event aimed at providing answers and educational opportunities for healthcare professionals. “Fresh Perspectives on Diabetes...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Preiss family, known for beautifully handcrafted Catholic chapel veils, mantillas and rosaries, will be showcasing their unique collection at the 41st annual Bloomin’ Festival April 5-6, 2025, at St. Bernard Prep School.
John, Teresa and Lauren Preiss have been dedicated to preserving the sacred tradition of veiling in church, handcrafting elegant and high-quality veils since 2000....
SOMERVILLE, Ala. – The Bearcats traveled to Brewer for a chilly varsity matchup with the Patriots Thursday night and Cullman returned home with a 4-2 win. It was the second win of the week for Cullman. On Tuesday, the Bearcats picked up a 6-2 win at Mortimer Jordan. Josue Sanchez scored a hat trick and added an assist. Brandon...
