Preston Corum placed third in SkillsUSA district competition in 10-inch miter saw, qualifying him to attend state competition. He is the first CDC student ever to compete in SkillsUSA. (Photo courtesy Mike Burkett/CATA)
CULLMAN COUNTY - Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Building Construction Tech teacher Mike Burkett has been doing a lot of bragging recently about his students, and with...
CULLMAN - A 9-1-1 call reporting smoke coming from an air conditioner unit on top of Warehouse Discount Groceries on Alabama Highway 157 in Cullman prompted an emergency response Tuesday afternoon.
According to Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper, "It was contained and it is out at this time." Culpepper said there were no injuries.
Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Brian Bradberry echoed...
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College’s ArtsKids! program will wrap up this week with the performance of “Annie Kids,” featuring students from third through eighth grade who have been participating in BroadwayKids during this spring semester.
ArtsKids! offers area students in grades three through eight the opportunity to participate in vocal, theatrical or studio art classes at Wallace State. In...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 30. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Benafield, Harley Davidson, 19
possession or sale of a short-barrel shotgun
Campbell, Christopher Dale, 51
permitting dogs to run at large
Estes, Cynthia Kinsey, 53
second-degree receiving stolen property
third-degree receiving stolen property
Estes, David Champ, 58
second-degree receiving stolen...
The Wallace State Student Bowl team took first place in the scholar’s bowl competition at the annual conference of the Alabama Society of Radiologic Technologists. Pictured from left are Hollye Funderburk, Makaela Mote, instructors Kelli Rich and Jim Malone, Lelia Brooke Daniel and Lauren Dean.
HANCEVILLE - Diagnostic Imaging students from Wallace State Community College made a strong showing at...
In a two-character play set in one room, Macie Burgin and Matthew Baughman shared the stage without a pause for more than an hour. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
FAIRVIEW - On Sunday afternoon, Fairview High School’s Fairview Theatre Works presented “I and You” at the high school auditorium. The play was a two-character drama set in the bedroom of...
This year’s Relay for Life Survivors’ Breakfast will be Wednesday, May 2, at 7 a.m. at Cullman Church of Christ on Alabama Highway 157.
The Survivors’ Dinner will be Friday, May 4, at 5 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds. Opening Ceremonies will begin at 6, with the Survivors’ First Lap beginning at 7.
All survivors and caregivers are invited to...
Crowds filled Depot Park during 2017’s Strawberry Festival. Cullman Parks and Recreation said this year’s event will offer even more. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
Friday only: Senior Shindig, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Saturday only: Strawberry Festival, 7 a.m.-9 p.m.
CULLMAN - This Saturday, May 5, Cullman Parks and Recreation (CP&R) will host the 2018 Strawberry Festival downtown, from the Festhalle to Depot...
CULLMAN COUNTY - An Arab man died as a result of a single-vehicle crash Monday evening in Cullman County.
According to Alabama State Troopers, Boyd Browning, 64, was seriously injured when the 1989 Chevrolet pickup he was driving left the roadway on U.S. Highway 231 and overturned. Browning, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was ejected. He was transported to...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 27-29. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Amaro, Jacob Daniel, 20
FTA- 20 days to register a vehicle
FTA- speeding
Bentley, Amanda Dawn, 40
public intoxication
Buxton, Paul Edward Jr., 41
violation of domestic violence protection order
Criss, Tyler Phillip, 23
attempting to elude
running a red light
speeding-...
Updated 4-30-18 1:45 p.m.
CULLMAN - An elderly man was airlifted to an area hospital following an incident at the intersection of US Highway 278 and US Highway 31 at approximately 12: 30 p.m. Monday.
"Originally it came in as a pedestrian hit by a vehicle," said Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper, "but what happened is an elderly man was helping...
SIMCOE - The child who died in a camper fire in Simcoe Sunday morning has been identified by Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick as Anthony Lynn Fitzgerald, 3.
Kilpatrick said the child was staying with an uncle in the camper.The incident occurred on County Road 1670 at approximately 8:40 a.m. The cause of the blaze has not been determined.
Kilpatrick...
Aaron Mathis is a Wallace State Flight Technology
HANCEVILLE – Aaron Mathis has had a passion for flying as long as he can remember.
And, at only 22 years old, Mathis is making sure current Wallace State Flight Technology/Aviation students have the same opportunities.
Through Wallace State’s Future Foundation, Mathis has established a scholarship for future flight professionals. The inaugural scholarship will...
New playground equipment at Carroll Acres Park (Cullman Parks and Recreation)
CULLMAN - Cullman Parks and Recreation will be unveiling its newest development, a brand new, state-of-the-art playground at Carroll Acres Park, with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, May 1 at 4 p.m.
Parks and recreation board members, key staff and city council members will be on hand for the event,...
Freddie Day catering boiled up 500 lbs. of crawfish picked up fresh on the Gulf Coast by YP volunteers Saturday morning. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - If you wanted to drop by Cullman’s own brewhouse, Goat Island, Saturday evening, you were in for a challenge and a treat. The challenge was finding somewhere to park, as vehicles packed...
Local players try out one of the expansion games for “Betrayal at the House on the Hill” on International Tabletop Day at Cullman’s North Alabama Agriplex. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Gamers from around Cullman County and beyond gathered on Saturday at the North Alabama Agriplex to celebrate International Tabletop Day. Families and friends played together, and total...
SIMCOE - A 3-year-old child was killed this morning in a camper fire in the community of Simcoe. The incident occurred on County Road 1670 at approximately 8:40 a.m.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick confirmed the fatality. "A 3-year-old did pass away in the fire. The child was pronounced dead at the scene."
The camper was on a property with...
The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) recognize and honor organizations and individuals who show their patriotism by properly displaying the American flag in our communities.
Here, Cullman SAR member Smokey Ferguson (left) presents an SAR plaque to Holly Pond Lions Club President Bartee Bryan.
SAR Members can trace their family ancestry back to a patriot in the American Revolution. If...
Jacob Ryder, Peyton Oden and Carter Robinson display their treasure map after winning the SkillsUSA State Championship Wednesday. (Photo Courtesy Mike Burkett/CATA)
CULLMAN COUNTY - Three Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) students whose SkillsUSA community service poster project was featured in a recent Tribune article (See www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2018/04/05/cata-students-map-way-career-island) won the State Championship this past Wednesday in Birmingham at the State SkillsUSA...
Jim Hays (Citizens Bank & Trust)
CULLMAN - Citizens Bank & Trust recently announced the appointment of James E. “Jim” Hays, Jr. of Cullman to its board of directors. The appointment expands the board to nine directors.
“Jim is an accomplished business leader and his broad experience across important industries will add a valuable perspective to our board of directors,” said...
Visitors from Frankweiler arrived at the Cullman County Museum late Thursday afternoon. L-R: Sigrid Rong, Klaus Feindel, Verena Rong and Karl Fiscus (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - From April 26 to May 5, Cullman’s Friends of Frankweiler are hosting four “Friends of Cullman” from Cullman’s sister city in Germany. After being greeted at the airport in Birmingham and...
The Cullman City School Board met in an emergency session Friday morning to approve emergency repairs for East and West Elementary Schools. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - In an emergency session Friday morning, the Cullman City School Board approved a proposed plan for temporary roof repairs at East and West Elementary Schools, where buildings were damaged during the...
BIRMINGHAM – A federal grand jury on Friday indicted two north Alabama men in unrelated counterfeiting cases, announced U.S. Attorney Jay E. Town and U.S. Secret Service Special Agent in Charge Michael Williams.
A five-count indictment filed in U.S. District Court charges Connor Douglas Glass, 25, of Cullman, with making counterfeit $100 and $20 bills in Cullman and Jackson counties...
Pictured is Career Technical Student of the Year - Russell McDonald, Vinemont High School and Cullman Area Technology Academy, right, with Cullman County Schools Superintendent Shane Barnette. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - As part of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s State of Our Communities event Friday, the Teachers and Students of the Year were named.
Here are the...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 26. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Baggette, Victoria Alexis, 21
FTA- driving without a license
FTA- liability insurance required
Downs, Hershel Wayne, 58
judge’s order- first-degree theft of property
Duckett, Morgan Alyssa, 23
fourth-degree theft of property
Gioconda, Misty Sutterfield, 43
interfering with a domestic violence...
Senior George Gurganus, center, had the largest fish at 2 lbs. 15 oz and the largest overall catch at 48 lbs. 5 oz. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - Hanceville area seniors gathered around the pond at Veterans Memorial Park for the annual Senior Fish-O-Rama Friday morning. Several anglers brought in large loads, most of which were released back...
CLANTON – Gov. Kay Ivey announced Friday that President Trump has approved a major disaster declaration in response to the severe weather and tornadoes that occurred March 19, 2018. The federal disaster assistance is designed to supplement state and local recovery efforts in Calhoun, Cullman, Etowah and St. Clair Counties. Public Assistance provides municipalities and county governments assistance with...
The Hanceville City Council on Thursday night reversed its earlier decision, voting instead to reopen the city pool. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday evening, the Hanceville City Council reversed gears on its plan to close the city pool at C.W. Day Park, voting instead to reopen the facility. The council voted in January to close the...
Updated 4-27-18 4:58 p.m.
CULLMAN - The CVS Pharmacy at 1906 Cherokee Ave. SW in Cullman was robbed Thursday night, and the Cullman Police Department is asking for the public's assistance- HAVE YOU SEEN THIS VEHICLE? The suspect's car has a white driver's side door.
According to CPD Lt. Gene Bates, the lead investigator, no CVS employees were physically harmed in...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 25. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Alvarado, Jose Garcia, 36
second-degree criminal mischief
Bailey, Ashley Carol, 32
possession of drug paraphernalia
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Carr, Steven Wayne, 32
possession of drug paraphernalia
Curvin, Meshach John, 22
FTA- first-degree criminal possession of a forged...
CULLMAN - The Cullman area has access to some highly regarded drug rehabilitation services through organizations like The Foundry Ministries and recovery programs like Restoring Women Outreach (RWO) that help get people ready to transition back into regular life.
RWO is, as the name implies, a program for women, and there has not been a comparable service for men, something...
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HOLLY POND - The Wallace State student who was involved in a plane crash early Wednesday evening near Holly Pond has been released from the hospital. According to the college, the student, who has not been identified, was taken to Cullman Regional as a precaution following the incident.
"The student went down while on a solo training flight early...
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay, from the Cullman County Animal Shelter, introduces us to The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week:
“Tamar is a hound/beagle mix who is approximately 1 year old. She’s a laid-back low- to medium-energy pet who would make a great companion or comfort dog. She’s learning how to walk on a leash and she seems most comfortable...
HOMEWOOD - Samford University recently held elections for 2018-19 Student Government Association officers.
Drew Fillinger, of Cullman, was elected sophomore class vice president. Fillinger is a musical theater (BFA) major.
The SGA represents and promotes student interest in the decision-making process of Samford University by cultivating and maintaining leadership among students. The SGA also develops, coordinates and executes activities and services...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Investigator Trevor Clemmons models a suit at Wednesday’s Pilot Club of Cullman Fashion Show and Luncheon. Clemmons was one of several area law enforcement officers who participated in the show for the nonprofit. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The 26th annual Pilot Club of Cullman Fashion Show and Luncheon packed out the Cullman Civic...
On Wednesday evening, Sen. Paul Bussman, R-Cullman, who served on one of the committees that worked on the bill, was at Daystar Church’s Good Hope campus to give Curtis Wilson’s mother Ashley Wilson copies of resolutions mourning her son's death and naming the new state DUI law the “Curtis Wilson-Stephanie Harmon Interlock Act.” (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
Updated 4-25-18...
Colby Hutson
CULLMAN - Cullman High School senior Colby Hutson has been named one of 630 semifinalists in the 2018 US Presidential Scholars Program. The semifinalists were selected from nearly 5,300 candidates expected to graduate from US high schools in the year 2018.
Inclusion in the US Presidential Scholars Program, now in its 54th year, is on the of the highest...
Cullman Regional Therapy Services OT Team: Pictured (L-R): Karen Lowe, COTA/L; Leeann Plank, OTR/L, CHT; Erin Burke, OTR/L
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional is celebrating Occupational Therapy Month by recognizing the occupational therapists (OTs) and certified occupational therapy assistants (COTAs) who enable people of all ages to live life to its fullest by helping them promote health, and prevent—or live better...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 24. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Adkins, Jamie Rae, 33
FTA- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument
Martel, James Edward, 40
FTA- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument (3 counts)
negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument
FTA- theft of gasoline
Millwood, Barion Mitchell Ray, 32
third-degree assault
Parker, Brianna...
At its meeting Tuesday evening, the Colony Town Council heard about plans for its second Summer Enrichment Program and took the next step toward securing a community storm shelter. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
COLONY - At its meeting Tuesday evening, the Colony Town Council heard about plans for its second Summer Enrichment Program and took the next step toward...
The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation thanks everyone who helped to make the April 7, 2018 Colors of Cancer Day great!
The day started with runners braving the cold, wet weather to run the Colors of Cancer 5K Run. We thank you all and we thank Mark Aderholt and Frank Whitman for managing the run and the timing.
The Bikers Against...
HOMEWOOD - Savanah Allred, of Hanceville, recently received an academic honor award based on her class standing. Allred, a music and worship major, won a Tower Medal.
Each medal represents an important aspect of Samford University. The Wheelar Medal, awarded to freshmen, is named after Ruric Wheeler, a longtime university academic administrator. The Seal Medal, awarded to sophomores, is named...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 23. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Corrigan, Carl, 30
no tag/tag not plainly visible
possession of drug paraphernalia
Franklin, Renee Carden, 34
contributing to truancy
Graveman, Stephanie Elaine, 23
FTA- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Lambert, Michael Lee, 36
harassing communications
Morris, Matthew Cambron, 32
FTA- second-degree...
L-R: Publix District Manager Vincent Mingione, Assistant Store Manager Brad Boshell, United Way of Cullman County Board Chairman Steve Moore, United Way of Cullman County Past Chairwoman Deborah Hoover
CULLMAN - On Monday afternoon, Publix Super Market managers presented the United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) with a check for $24,100 from Publix Super Market Charities, completing the organization’s donation pledge...
CULLMAN - There’s only one place where you can hear updates about the area’s education, healthcare, government and more all in one day — and that’s at the Chamber’s “Chick-fil-A State of Our Communities.”
The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s Governmental Affairs Committee invites the public to attend this year’s all- day event on Friday at the Cullman Civic Center.
Doors...
The Good Hope City Council awarded a bid for engineering services for a new pump station to CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc. Monday night. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
GOOD HOPE - The Good Hope City Council on Monday night awarded a bid for engineering services to CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc. The services are required for a new pump...
Billy Atchison, left, a fire equipment supplier, stopped by to honor Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt, right, and present him a few tokens of appreciation. Reinhardt is retiring April 30 after 40 years of service. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The Cullman City Council on Monday night honored retiring Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward “Junior” Reinhardt with...
Left to right: Damian Blair, Robert Brock, Steven Moore and David Reynolds (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
WHITE CITY - Four men were arrested for trafficking on Friday after a search warrant yielded drugs and drug paraphernalia, said the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
The Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) executed a search warrant at a residence on County Road 604 in the...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 20-22. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Allen, Kenneth Dwayne, 49
DUI- influence of alcohol
driving while suspended
giving false name to law enforcement
switched tag
Allred, Levi Jordan, 24
driving while revoked
expired tag
possession of drug paraphernalia
second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
Alvarado, Jose Garcia 36
second-degree domestic...
Despite Sunday’s wet weather, crowds still showed up for the final day of the Bloomin’ Festival. Festival goers not only enjoyed the arts and crafts, but also the food. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - This weekend was a successful one for St. Bernard’s 34th annual Bloomin’ Festival as record crowds poured on for day one on Saturday and...
Rain moved the dedication ceremony for Black-Sanders Hall inside but did not prevent a large crowd from attending. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN COUNTY - At the end of a gravel road between Holly Pond and Berlin sits a 60-acre facility known as The Foundry Farm. Most Cullmanites are more familiar with The Foundry’s thrift store, located on US...
Updated 4-22-18 10:20 p.m.
CULLMAN COUNTY - A Cullman woman has been identified as the victim in Sunday afternoon's head-on collision on US Highway 278 West in Cullman County. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick said Robyn Ronae Cannell, 52, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The crash happened just east of the bridge over Crooked Creek in the 9400 block...
LATEST UPDATE: Victim ID'd; http://www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2018/04/22/cullman-woman-idd-victim-sunday-wreck-us-278-w
CULLMAN COUNTY - Authorities are on the scene of a two-vehicle wreck that has claimed one life. The head-on collision happened just east of the bridge over Crooked Creek in the 9400 block of U.S. Highway 278 West before 1 p.m. One person died, and one driver has been transported by ambulance to an area...
Mrs. Judy Williamson received the 2018 H.C. Arnold Humanitarian Award at Saturday’s Cullman Regional Foundation Gala. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The Cullman Regional Foundation held its 17th annual Gala Saturday evening at the Cullman Civic Center, raising funds for a critical care equipment project and honoring two members of the Cullman Regional community.
Foundation Executive Director Maria Stanford...
Scott Spradlin poses with his 1955 Chevrolet, the “Lions Club Pick” at Saturday’s Fairview Lion's Club Spring Fling Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
FAIRVIEW - The Fairview Lions Club hosted its Spring Fling Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show at Randall Shedd Community Park Saturday, where several awards were handed out to the participants with the...
Wallace State was well represented at the All-Alabama Academic Team banquet. Pictured are, from left, Wallace State interim Dean of Students Jennifer Hill, students Taylor Urech and Challie Johnson and Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics.
PRATTVILLE – Wallace State students Challie Johnson and Taylor Urech were recognized recently at the Alabama Academic Team Scholars banquet held at the Marriott...
Children enjoyed Saturday's annual Kite Day in the community of Baileyton. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
BAILEYTON - Folks around the Baileyton area took advantage of the breezy weather on Saturday to “go fly a kite.” In what has become a local tradition in the area, the celebration of wind and airfoil has been hosted by Peggie Knop and other...
Children enjoyed Saturday's annual Kite Day in the community of Baileyton. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
BAILEYTON - Folks around the Baileyton area took advantage of the breezy weather on Saturday to “go fly a kite.” In what has become a local tradition in the area, the celebration of wind and airfoil has been hosted by Peggie Knop and other...
Saturday’s tour, the third in a series of four, was led by Sharon Rowlette (left). The final April Walking Tour is next Saturday, April 28. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Saturday morning’s weather provided the perfect backdrop for this week’s April Walking Tour, starting from the Cullman County Museum. A crowd of participants gathered in front of the...
Every competitor had a buddy to stay with them throughout the day. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - It was a beautiful sunny morning Friday when the Cullman Area Torch Run took off from the front steps of the Cullman County Courthouse. Led by Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, the runners set out for Cullman High School’s Oliver Woodard...
Pictured L-R: Michelle Kimbrough, Haley Marecle, Mayor Woody Jacobs, Gail Crutchfield and Linda Walker
CULLMAN - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Friday proclaimed May 4, 2018 “Relay for Life Day” in the city of Cullman in honor of the upcoming 2018 Cullman County Relay for Life event. On hand to receive the proclamation from Jacobs were Haley Marecle, Helen Allen,...
The ribbon was cut on the “Making Alabama: Bicentennial Traveling Exhibit” at the Evelyn Burrow Museum on the campus of Wallace State on Thursday, April 19, 2018. The exhibit is open through May 24. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - The “Making Alabama: Bicentennial Traveling Exhibit” officially opened at the Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College Thursday...
Henry Sellman, III, left; Rebecca Prater, upper right (Cullman Police Department)
CULLMAN - The Cullman Police Department's Crime Suppression Unit arrested and charged two people with trafficking in methamphetamine following a traffic stop Thursday.
According to a media release from the department, during the traffic stop, officers gained consent to search the vehicle and allegedly recovered approximately 37 grams of methamphetamine,...
Wallace State Community College Medical Laboratory Technician student Khanie Cantrell, left, examines bacteria on a blood agar plate, while Anna Wheeler inputs her findings into an iPad.
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College’s Medical Laboratory Technician program will be celebrating Medical Laboratory Professionals Week April 22-28 with a number of activities. Presented by the America Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP),...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 19. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Jewell, Jason Maclain, 34
third-degree domestic violence- harassment
Letson, Jenny Marie, 39
possession of drug paraphernalia
illegal possession /use of a credit or debit card (6 counts)
public intoxication
fourth-degree theft of property
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Cullman...
Topre America receives the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association Supplier of the Year award from Gov. Kay Ivey. (Photo courtesy Jamie Troutman/Cullman Economic Development Agency)
MONTGOMERY – Wednesday was a big day for manufacturers and suppliers in the state, as the Business Council of Alabama (BCA) and the Alabama Technology Network (ATN) announced the 2018 Manufacturer of The Year winners during...
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Labor released the state’s latest unemployment numbers Friday morning. Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted March 2018 unemployment rate is 3.8 percent, up slightly from February’s rate of 3.7 percent, well below March 2017’s rate of 5.0 percent. Cullman County’s rate fell to 3.2 percent, down from 3.6 percent in February 2018, and significantly down...
Cold Springs FCCLA State STAR Event Gold and Silver winners with Cullman County School Board Superintendent Shane Barnette (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
GOOD HOPE - On Thursday evening, the Cullman County School Board continued its program of school outreach by holding its regular meeting at Good Hope High School. Much of the meeting was devoted to recognizing numerous personal...
Cullman City Councilman Andy Page, Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt and Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs share a laugh at Thursday’s ribbon cutting ceremony for the city’s new fire station. Reinhardt will retire with 40 years of service on April 30, 2018. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Years of planning came to fruition on Thursday morning when the...
CULLMAN - Here is a handful of fun events going on this weekend.
What: Wallace State Jazz Band Big Band Ballroom Dance
When: Friday, 7 p.m.
Where: Wallace State's Burrow Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 801 Main St. NW, Hanceville
The Wallace State Jazz Band will continue its long tradition of hosting its Big Band Ballroom Dance on Friday, April 20, 2018, at...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 18. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Anderson, Steven Matthew, 39
third-degree domestic violence- harassment
Bartlett, Rhett Stewart, 30
possession of drug paraphernalia
second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Free, Montie Evan, 24
FTA- unlawful breaking and entering of a vehicle
Garner,...
TUSCALOOSA - Alexandria Gipson, of Cullman, presented transformative and forward-thinking designs during The University of Alabama's Tee Time Fashion Show in April.
Apparel and Design students from the College of Human Environmental Sciences showcased their creativity and resourcefulness in a show on the front lawn of Doster Hall.
Students were asked to create one or two looks that focus on leading-edge,...
CULLMAN - It’s been a busy week at the Cullman County Animal Shelter, with two adoptions and the resolution of at least part of a tragic animal cruelty case. Donna Ruttkay shared that even older dogs that are generally less adoptable are finding homes. Another of those left the shelter this week.
Said Ruttkay, “She had a bit of age...
Julian Campbell (Ken Brown)
Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) member Julian Campbell (98), gave a one-hour talk about his flying career to a history class at Wallace State Community College on Tuesday. Campbell told students about growing up here in the 20s and 30s, going through pilot training in the early 40s and piloting 40 B-26 Bomber missions in...
Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt stayed long enough to see the completion of Fire Station 3 off Alabama Highway 157 and see his administration moved into new offices there. He is retiring after 40 years. A retirement celebration and ribbon cutting for the new station will take place today, Thursday, April 19, beginning at 11 a.m. The new...
Birmingham Fastener and Supply, named the Medium Manufacturer of the Year, has a distribution center in Hanceville, pictured here. (www.bhamfast.com)
MONTGOMERY – The Business Council of Alabama (BCA) and the Alabama Technology Network (ATN) on Wednesday announced the 2018 Manufacturer of The Year (MOTY) winners during an awards luncheon ceremony at the Alabama Activity Center.
The Manufacturers of the Year in...
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional’s Sleep Center has recently received a five-year re-accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
Accreditation by the AASM is the gold standard by which the medical community and the public evaluate sleep medicine facilities. Cullman Regional is proud to be a part of an elite group of centers nationwide who have met the AASM’s...
The ribbon was officially cut on home and garden décor shop The Blue Eyed Rabbit Wednesday morning in Cullman. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Local home and garden décor shop, The Blue Eyed Rabbit, celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning. Owner Connie Sandlin said she is excited to fill a need she has seen develop...
Cut-outs representing some of the 28 children who lost their lives to child abuse in Alabama in 2017 were carried on Wednesday’s Prayer Walk at the Cullman County Courthouse. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - A small crowd came out to take part in this year’s Prayer Walk at the Cullman County Courthouse on Wednesday, walking to mourn for,...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 17. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Abbott, Kalyn West, 26
judge’s order- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Arnett, Carly Joe, 48
public intoxication
Burke, Tony Joe, 27
probation violation- third-degree burglary
establishment of residence- SORNA
failure to register/establish- SORNA (2 counts)
possession of drug paraphernalia
probation...
Angela Simpers (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
VINEMONT - A Vinemont woman was arrested Tuesday and charged with three counts of chemical endangerment of a child after authorities allegedly found methamphetamine and syringes in a home where three small children were present.
Investigators with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested Angela Michelle Simpers, 29, following an investigation with the Cullman County...
Brooks’ Place Child Advocacy Center Director Gail Swafford (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Tucked away on a quiet side street not far from Cullman High School is the office of an organization most Cullmanites know little about. Most folks have heard the name Brooks’ Place, but even after 20 years of service to the community, many aren’t aware...
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) is hosting a two-part Citizens’ Firearm Safety Class. The classroom portion will be held on Monday, April 23 at 6 p.m. at the CCSO, and the live-fire part on Saturday, April 28 at 8 a.m. at the firing range.
The class will focus on safely handling a weapon, proper technique for shooting...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 16. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Adams, Jessica Amanda, 26
FTA- third-degree criminal trespassing
Drake, Thomas Edwin, 23
judge’s order- DUI
Hanks, Heidi Lee Gainer, 50
public intoxication
Harbison, Wesley Millard, 38
second-degree burglary
Holmes, Carol Hankey, 68
negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument
May, Jason Leonard, 44
second-degree unlawful...
Left to right: Rhonda Davis, Amy Kampis, John Harper Kampis, Mayor Woody Jacobs, Jordan Davis, Stormi Brock and Penny Brock
CULLMAN - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs recently proclaimed the month of April 2018 “Autism Awareness Month” in the city of Cullman. Jacobs made the announcement on Thursday, April 12, 2018 and presented a signed and sealed proclamation to those in...
The “Making Alabama: A Bicentennial Traveling Exhibit” will be at Wallace State Community College’s Evelyn Burrow Museum through May 24. A special grand opening and ribbon cutting will be held on Thursday, April 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.The ball gown worn by former Alabama first lady Jamelle Folsom is on loan from the Alabama Department of Archives...
The Garden City Town Council meets on the third Monday of each month. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
GARDEN CITY - The Garden City Town Council issued citations to a pair of local businesses Monday night after a vote that determined both are in violation of multiple town ordinances. Deb’s Tires and Roger's Tire were each found to be in...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Rex Sorrow enjoys a laugh with a participant in 2017’s Cullman Area Special Needs Track and Field Day. This year’s event will take place this Friday, April 20, 2018. (Tribune file photo)
CULLMAN - This Friday morning the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), Cullman Police Department, and other local agencies will put on the annual...
Susan Smith, the grandmother of murder suspect Andrew Maresh, was arrested for hindering prosecution in the case. Authorities say she knew the victim was buried on her property in Fairview. (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
CULLMAN - The grandmother of one of the men accused of the murder of Hartselle man Daniel Ray Osborn II, 22, was arrested recently and charged...
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 13-15. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Ballenger Christopher Matthew 36
FTA- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Buckelew, Michael Andrew, 30
FTA- third-degree domestic violence- harassment
Canada, Phillip Author, 42
FTA- illegal possession of prescription medicine
FTA- driving while revoked
FTA- possession of drug paraphernalia...
Safe Kids Expo founder Judge Kim Chaney and Brooks’ Place Director Gail Swafford (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Cullman’s Safe Kids Expo, sponsored by Brooks’ Place child advocacy center, had to be postponed Saturday due to the threat of bad weather, but some things are too important to wait for long. On Sunday afternoon, the awareness event went...
CULLMAN - It may be difficult to think about planning for your future health care when you aren't sick but preparing a comprehensive action plan will help ensure you receive the care you want if you become seriously ill - even if loved ones need to make decisions for you. Join local attorney Todd McLeroy as he discusses advance...
Participants from the Cullman Parks and Recreation Therapeutic Recreation Program and Miracle League gathered at the Field of Miracles Thursday evening to accept a $5,250 donation from the Saints MC (Motorcycle Club). The funds will be used to pay the registration fees for all participants and for purchasing new equipment. The Saints MC will be hosting an additional fundraiser...
More than 250 people came out to Heritage Park Saturday morning to participate in Walk MS: Cullman, most wearing signs on their backs in honor of those for whom they were walking. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The rain held off long enough Saturday morning for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s annual Walk MS: Cullman event, and more...
2018 Ms. Senior Cullman County Donna Harris (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - Topping off a fun, entertaining event on Saturday afternoon, Donna Harris was crowned Ms. Senior Cullman County 2018. The annual pageant took place at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre on the campus of Wallace State Community College in Hanceville. The competition also featured contestants Jennifer Parker,...
Father Joel Martin, president of Saint Bernard Prep School, takes the keys to the 2018 Jeep Renegade from Scott Spitzer, general manager of Cullman Chrysler Dodge to be awarded to the grand prize winner at the 34th Annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Crafts Fair in Cullman on April 21-22, 2018.
CULLMAN - Excitement is building at Saint Bernard in Cullman,...
“You got to purse your lips like this” - Sebastian (Justin Weygand) coaches Ariel (Marie Bean) on how to win over Prince Eric (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - On Friday evening, among the hottest and most scarce commodities in the city of Cullman were empty seats in the Cullman High School auditorium, as the community packed the house...
CPD officers practice photographing blood stains. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The classroom and training house at the Cullman Police Department (CPD) have been a bloody mess this week, and with good reason. Investigators from multiple law enforcement agencies came there to take part in a 40-hour class from Monday through Friday, learning how to read blood stains...
The bar features custom shelving, 12 draught beers, and its own line of signature cocktails. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Cullman’s newest eatery, 412 Public House, this week quietly opened its doors at 412 Second Ave. SE, near Christ Lutheran Church. Stephen Gannon and Trey Jordan, along with husband-wife chef/mixologist team Rico and Christine Nishimura, hosted a few...
Runners take part in the fifth annual Rock and Glow 5K Run/Walk Friday night at Sportsman Lake Park (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Sportsman Lake Park was a little brighter Friday night, as Cullman County Parks and Recreation (CCP&R) hosted its fifth annual Rock and Glow 5K Run/Walk, with more than 200 runners turning out to participate. Music...
