Little Pink Dress brings in $88K
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation held its wildly popular Little Pink Dress benefit Tuesday evening, Oct. 7, at Stone Bridge Farms. The event brought in just north of $88,000, which will support area residents living with cancer.
Cullman County Bosom Buddies...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls at Midfield 56-20
MIDFIELD, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road for a region matchup at Midfield Friday night and after a strong start in the first half, Hanceville was unable to keep up with the Patriots in the second half. The Bulldogs went into the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont topples No. 3 Gordo on the road, 22-19
GORDO, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to Gordo to take on the third-ranked Green Wave in a battle of undefeated teams in the region Friday night and it was a special night for Vinemont. After a hard-fought game, the Eagles scored midway through the fourth...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 5 Good Hope drops region showdown at No. 10 Hamilton, 28-21
HAMILTON, Ala. – Good Hope was back on the road for another big region game between a pair of ranked teams at Hamilton Friday night and it was a nailbiter. The Aggies and Raiders went back and forth throughout the first half, but Good...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point picks up 14-6 win over East Limestone
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors returned home to take on the East Limestone Friday night in a region matchup. It was scoreless through the first three quarters, but West Point scored a pair of touchdowns in the fourth to pull ahead...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman cruises past Columbia 39-0
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Cullman traveled to Milton Frank Stadium in Huntsville for a region matchup against Columbia Friday night and the ‘Cats had little trouble handling the Eagles. The Bearcats went into the locker room leading 30-0 at halftime and were able to preserve...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 4 Fairview earns 28-9 win at No. 10 Priceville
DECATUR, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies traveled to Priceville for a ranked, region battle with the Bulldogs Friday night, and they returned home with the Region 7 crown. Fairview built a 14-3 lead in the first half and kept the Bulldogs in check in...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 10, 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
October 8
theft of property-2nd degree; person; cash
October 9
theft of property-2nd degree; person; pistol; $450
duty upon striking unattended...
Obituary: Judy Carol Glanders
Judy Carol Glanders was born on April 9, 1954, to Paul and Louise Ergle in Elkhart Indiana. Judy was preceded in death by her husband and father of her children, Dean Glanders and her father, Paul Ergle and her stepfather, Dwight Foust. She is survived...
Obituary: Patsy Gaynell Narrell
A Celebration of Life for Patsy Gaynell Narrell "Maw Maw", age 86 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Narrell passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025. She was preceded in death...
Obituary: Sandra Sue Burden
Funeral service for Sandra Sue Burden, 69, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m. Monday, October 13th, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Clardy Cemetery in Lawrence County. The family will receive friends from 12-1 prior to the service.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored...
Pet of the Week: Sam, with a heart full of sunshine
CULLMAN, Ala. - There’s something special about Sam, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. At just a year old, this Golden Retriever mix embodies pure joy and endless energy. His smile and uplifting personality have a way of drawing you in, wrapping you...
WSCC FLAG FOOTBALL: Lions dominate doubleheader with Northwest Shoals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State flag football left no doubt on Wednesday afternoon, dominating from start to finish in a pair of conference matchups against Northwest Shoals at home. The Lions took game one 77-6 and the momentum continued in game two with a...
Cullman City Schools: 6th-grade students, programs to remain at East, West for remainder of school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, announced that sixth-grade students and programs will remain at East and West Elementary Schools for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year, rather than transitioning mid-year to the new Cullman Middle School facility.
“Our...
Cullman’s Sosa to compete for Miss UA Title tonight
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Thirteen students will compete for the title of Miss University of Alabama at the Bama Theatre in Tuscaloosa Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. The Miss UA pageant is an official preliminary event for Miss Alabama and Miss America.
This year’s candidates include:
Hailey...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond earns 42-0 homecoming win over Asbury
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos were back home to host Asbury for homecoming Thursday night, and they wrapped up a week of festivities with a dominant performance against the Rams. Holly Pond built a 35-0 lead in the first half and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs drops region battle with Coosa Christian 41-8
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs returned home Thursday night to host a big region matchup against Coosa Christian, but the Eagles had their hands full with the second-ranked Conquerors. Coosa Christian jumped out to a 20-0 lead early in the first half and pulled...
Obituary: Herbert Hoover Alexander
Herbert Hoover Alexander, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, at the age of 96. He was born on October 25, 1928, to the late Richard Benjamin Alexander and Sadie Ray Benson, sharecroppers in Tennessee.At just 14 years old,...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 9, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 9, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 6
harassing communications; stalking; CR 703
domestic violence; CR 248
domestic violence; Self Ave. NE
possession of drug...
Aderholt presents Wallace State’s recognition in Congressional Record to Karolewics
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College President Dr. Vicki Karolewics was recently honored by U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, who presented her with a copy of the Congressional Record from the 119th Congress that recognizes the college’s outstanding achievements and national distinction.
“I am...
Learning about fire safety at the Shirley Burden Public Library
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library on Wednesday, Oct. 8, hosted Fire Safety Storytime led by Hanceville Fire Chief Bart Absher.
The goal was to educate children about essential fire safety practices through age-appropriate lessons and activities. Absher emphasized the importance of children...
Cullman Oktoberfest breaks records with 74K visitors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Oktoberfest was one for the record books this year. The three-day celebration of German heritage drew an estimated 74,000 attendees, shattering every previous attendance record and setting a new benchmark for community festivals in Alabama.
“This year’s Oktoberfest shattered every previous...
Baileyton council recognizes Calloway, Griffin
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Mayor Windell Calloway commenced the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council on Oct. 6. The meeting opened with an invocation led by Councilman Greg Griffin.
The meeting began by recognizing Calloway and Griffin for their numerous years of service.
Mayor-Elect Benny Guthrie...
Obituary: Dorothy Lee Burleson
Dorothy Lee Burleson, age 95, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025. Dorothy was born on September 26, 1930, in Bakersfield Missouri to Fred and Iola Shanks Hicks. Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband: Tom Burleson and her parents.
A...
Obituary: Ruben Lincoln Tolbert
Visitation for Ruben Tolbert, age 73 of Logan, will be from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Mr. Tolbert passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at his...
Obituary: Fulton Gene Mauter
A Graveside Service for Fulton Gene Mauter, age 90 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Mount Zion Cemetery with James Fields officiating; burial at Mount Zion Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Mauter passed...
Obituary: Thomas “Tommy” Howard
Funeral Service for Thomas Alan Howard, age 81 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Todd Henderson officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 8, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 8, 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
October 4
burglary-2nd degree; person; lawn equipment; $868; 4th St....
Samantha Perdue award honors excellence on and off the court
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Each year at the Cullman County Volleyball Tournament, a special award is presented to honor a remarkable young woman who left an enduring mark on the sport and in the lives of those around her—the Samantha Perdue Award.
Samantha Perdue’s journey in volleyball...
Ellis, Sharpe named CCBOE/AmFirst Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently named Tiffiany Ellis and Melanie Sharpe September Employees of the Month.
Teacher of the Month: Tiffiany Ellis, Good Hope High School
Tiffiany Ellis teaches English at Good Hope High.
"Mrs. Ellis does a tremendous job in her classroom...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Hanceville drops area match against J.B. Pennington
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted J.B. Pennington for an area match Tuesday night but unfortunately for the home crowd, the Tigers were able to return home with a 3-1 win over the Bulldogs.
J.B. Pennington 3 - Hanceville 1 (25-16, 23-25, 25-21, 25-22)
It...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Davis
Patricia Ann Davis, age 70 of Cullman, Alabama passed away October 5th, 2025. Patricia was born December 17, 1954, in Birmingham, Alabama.
Patricia is preceded in death by her husband James Onnie Davis and son Wayne James Davis. She is survived by her daughter Ashlen...
Obituary: Judith Trucks McBrayer
In loving memory of Judith McBrayer, born January 10, 1953, in Jefferson County, Alabama. She passed away on October 6, 2025, at the age of 72.
Grand Judy
When we remember Grand Judy, certain words rise to the surface. Disney. Elvis. Christmas. Jesus. Not necessarily in...
Obituary: Barbara Jean Graves
Funeral service for Barbara Jean Graves, 86, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m., Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Shelton Grove Baptist Cemetery, Bro. Tim Aris officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from...
Obituary: Jane Lula Hill
Graveside service for Jane Lula Hill, 79, of Arab, will be at 1 p.m., Friday October 10, 2025, at Welcome Baptist Cemetery, Rev. Junior Wolfe officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mrs. Hill was born February 7, 1947, to Clyde and Evelyn...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 7, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 7, 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
October 7
theft of property-1st degree; criminal mischief-1st degree; person;...
Library hosts ‘Picnic with a Purpose’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library hosted “Picnic with a Purpose,” on Saturday, Oct. 4, to raise funds for ongoing improvements. The event was hosted during Cullman’s Oktoberfest festivities and featured homemade baked goods made by members of the Friends of the...
CASA shares fundraising need
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County CASA shared it is in desperate need of funds to be able to purchase goods to serve local families.
Program Director Candace Lingo said since it’s now normal for the nonprofit to serve over 1,000 people/families per month, CASA is...
The 40 Acre Wood opening for field trips
CULLMAN, Ala. - Beginning Nov. 1, The 40 Acre Wood will welcome school field trips, allowing students to learn and play outdoors while exploring the natural beauty of Cullman County.
Owner Wendy Smithson said her goal is to help children step away from technology and...
‘It feels like home’
Florida couple makes Cullman Oktoberfest an annual tradition
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Oktoberfest is one of the city’s biggest celebrations of the year, but its impact travels far beyond city limits. For Ken and Kay Mayo of Tallahassee, Florida, the event has become a beloved...
Cullman County Fair returns Oct. 9–18 with pageants, rides, farm fun
CULLMAN, Ala. - The countdown is on for the 2025 Cullman County Fair, set for Oct. 9-18, at the Cullman County Fairgrounds, 1501 Sportsman Lake Road NW. The opening ceremony will take place Thursday, Oct. 9, at 5 p.m.
The annual fair parade took place this...
Hanceville library to host fire safety storytime Oct. 8
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Fire Chief Bart Absher will participate in a fire safety storytime on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 10 a.m. at the Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville.
Library Manager Teresa Rivera said since Absher is the new fire chief, this will be...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cullman falls to Brewer in 5 sets
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman was back home at Bearcat Arena for a varsity match against Brewer Monday night and after senior night ceremonies were finished, the ‘Cats battled the Patriots in a hard-fought, five set thriller. Before the opening serve, seniors Ainsley Cameron, Blakely...
Obituary: James “Jim” D. Kastner
James D. Kastner, age 87, of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 4, 2025. He was born July 31, 1938 in Oak Park, Illinois.
Jim was in retail department store management and sales in Prospect Heights, Illinois, before moving to The Great...
Obituary: Josephine ‘Jo’ Warren Fowler
Josephine ‘Jo’ Warren Fowler, 88, of Cullman went home to be with the Lord surrounded by her loving family at her residence, Sunday, October 5th, 2025.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mrs. Fowler was born September 14, 1937 to Andrew Chester and...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 6, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 6, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 2
harassment; CR 1118
domestic violence; 2nd Ave. SW
burglary; Hwy. 91
domestic violence; Hwy. 278W
theft of property;...
Who are the ‘Hay People’? CCPS students learn about Oktoberfest
CULLMAN, Ala. -- With the annual Oktoberfest celebration kicking off in Cullman, young Cullman City Schools students had the opportunity to learn a bit about the history, culture and tradition of the beloved Cullman festival that celebrates the area’s German heritage.
Cullman City Primary School...
COLUMN: Let’s go outside to play
At the risk of sounding like an old man, I have realized there is a great difference in how the youth of today entertain themselves and how the youth of my generation did so.
One big difference is that we mostly played outdoors. It was...
Obituary: Sharron Diane Gibson Jenkins
Sharron Diane Gibson Jenkins, 73, of Kimberly, Alabama, was welcomed home by her Heavenly Father on October 3, 2025. Ms. Jenkins was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on January 14, 1952, to the late T.C. and Valera Eliza Fortner Gibson.
Ms. Jenkins is preceded in...
Obituary: Billy James Smith
A memorial service for Billy James Smith, 44, of Hanceville will be 6 p.m. Monday, October 6, 2025, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The family will begin welcoming friends at 5 p.m. at the funeral home.
Born on Sunday, September 6, 1981, in Cullman, Billy was a...
Obituary: Jayne Byrd ‘Cha Cha’ Autry
Jayne Byrd Autry, born November 30, 1942, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, at the age of 82. A life joyfully lived and dedicated to family, faith, and education, she was a blessing to and blessed by everyone she met.
Born and raised in...
Cullman County Youth Football week 7 scoring recap
Week seven of the youth football season is now over, and with the playoffs getting closer and closer with each passing week, each game around the local area was huge. The Fairview Aggies faced off against the Holly Pond Broncos, the Vinemont Eagles hosted...
Cullman’s Dylon Wallace joins UA’s Rural Medical Scholars Program
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences recently welcomed 11 students, including Cullman’s Dylon Wallace, to the Rural Medical Scholars Program and the Rural Dental Scholars Program, both part of the College’s Rural Health Leaders Pipeline.
The pipeline was created...
Troutman receives scholarship from Farmers Federation
Federation plants seeds of success through scholarships
AUBURN, Ala. - Eighty-three college students from 61 Alabama counties received scholarships from the Alabama Farmers Agriculture Foundation (AFAF) Sept. 29 in Auburn.
The annual scholarship banquet at Lazenby Farms honored recipients from Auburn University (AU). The partnership between the...
Wallace State to be featured on Amazon Prime show ‘The College Tour’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announced its upcoming feature in the Amazon Prime television series “The College Tour.” The episode will showcase the vibrant campus life, academic excellence and diverse programs that make Wallace State one of the top community colleges in...
Files from Yesteryear: Oct. 4, 1945
From the files of Oct. 4, 1945
Holly Pond News
Pvt. Kenneth Burgess, who has just finished his basic training in Florida, is spending his furlough here with his parents and will report to California for reassignment on Tuesday.
Pvt. A. J. Thomas recently visited here while...
Get to know Rise & Shine Hope Ranch
CULLMAN, Ala. - For Chaplains Dr. Jady and Pamela Pipes, faith is at the center of everything they do. "First of all, we want to give God all of the glory and honor for what He has done in our lives. We have been...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont outraces Hanceville in 78-42 shootout
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Vinemont made the short trip down Hwy 31 to Ray Talley Stadium in Hanceville for a regional battle with the Bulldogs Friday night and stops were hard to come by in this one. The Eagles led 35-21 at halftime but their...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison blanks Waterloo at home 45-0
ADDISON, Ala. – After suffering their first loss of the season to the ranked 4A Good Hope Raiders last week, the Bulldogs were back home at A.G. Hicks Stadium Friday night for a region game against Waterloo. Addison was in control of this one...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 3 Fairview takes region showdown with Russellville 35-28
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview hosted Russellville for a regional matchup with big postseason implications Friday night, and it ended being another great one between these two squads. The score was knotted at 14 at halftime but the Aggies came out strong in the second...
More than 500 attend Oktoberfest Senior Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual Oktoberfest Senior Day took place Friday, and organizers report more than 500 attended the event.
Cullman County Commission on Aging Director Stephanie Lawson said they handed out all 500 armbands, as well as all 525 bingo cards.
“We’ve had such a...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs shuts out West End 28-0
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles collected a road win over Lynn last week and they returned home for a region matchup against West End Friday night. Cold Springs led 12-0 at halftime and the Eagles held firm on the defensive side of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Whitesburg Christian pulls away to top Holly Pond 28-6
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond was on a bye last week, but they were back on the field for a region game at Whitesburg Christian Friday night. The Broncos scored first to take the early lead in this one, but the Warriors responded with...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek collects 58-6 win at Shoals Christian
FLORENCE, Ala. – After resting up on a bye last week, the Meek Tigers hit the road Friday night for a region matchup against Shoals Christian, and this one was never in doubt. The Tigers built a 52-0 lead in the first half and...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point falls to Priceville on the road, 26-0
DECATUR, Ala. – After handling Hayden at home last week, the West Point Warriors hit the road for a region battle with Priceville Friday night. West Point only trailed 7-0 at halftime but the Bulldogs dominated the second half, putting 19 more points on...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 6 Good Hope handles Curry for homecoming, 48-8
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After collecting a dominant road win at Addison last week, Good Hope was back home for a region matchup against Curry Friday night. The Raiders jumped out to a 34-0 lead in the first half and with the hot clock...
MLF pro angler indicted for manslaughter in April crash on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – Major League Fishing professional angler Flint Andrew Davis, 22, of Leesburg, Georgia, has been indicted on multiple charges related to the April 16, 2025, boating crash on Smith Lake in Cullman County that resulted in the deaths of Joey M. Broom,...
Obituary: Danny Lamar Talley
Funeral Service for Danny Lamar Talley, age 63 of Baileyton, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Dennis Loyd officiating; burial at First Baptist Church of Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m....
Obituary: Donald Douglas Lawrence
A Celebration of Life Gathering for Donald Douglas Lawrence, 70, of Cullman will be Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, from 1-3 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Lawrence passed away Thursday, October 2nd, 2025, at his...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 3, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 3, 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
October 1
domestic violence-3rd degree; person; 2nd Ave. SW
Arrests
October 2
Willingham,...
Hanceville man killed in early Friday morning crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:40 a.m. Friday, Oct. 3, claimed the life of Hanceville man, according to Alabama State Troopers. They identified the victim as Billy J. Smith, 44.
Troopers said Smith was fatally injured when the Honda...
Drought and potential tropical activity update
Soil conditions continue to worsen. Much of the state is now in a Moderate to Severe Drought with Extreme Drought in the western sections. Although some precipitation is forecast during the next week, especially near the coast, no widespread, significant rainfall is expected for...
Ivey proclaims Oct. 5-11 Alabama Extension Week
AUBURN UNIVERSITY and ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has proclaimed Oct. 5-11, 2025, Alabama Extension Week. During this annual recognition week, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System encourages people all over the state to engage with Extension by contacting a local...
Pet of the Week: Meet Odie, your next best friend
CULLMAN, Ala. - Odie, a 5-month-old domestic shorthair, is one of those rare kittens who seems born with happiness built in. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Odie is a seriously joyful fellow in any situation, whether curled up in your arms or rolling...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman falls at No. 4 Hartselle, 24-0
HARTSELLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats hit the road to renew their rivalry with the fourth-ranked Hartselle Tigers Thursday night, and it was a tough night for the black & gold. The ‘Cats trailed 7-0 at halftime but the Tigers created some separation and...
COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point sweeps Good Hope to capture county crown
VINEMONT, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Volleyball Tournament concluded with the championship match Thursday night and for the first time in four years, the county crown is changing hands. West Point dominated Fairview in the semifinals, and the Warriors carried the momentum into...
Oktoberfest 5K/10K races happening Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - WellStone is hosting the 18th year of the Oktoberfest 5K and 10K races this Saturday, Oct. 4, beginning at 8 a.m. at Festhalle.
WellStone Chief Operating Officer and Race Director Chris Van Dyke said both the 5K and the 10K start at...
Obituary: Helen June Sparks
Helen June Sparks, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
Helen was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a proud grandmother who cherished every moment spent with her family. A woman of deep faith, she was a dedicated...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 2, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 2, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 29
domestic violence; College Dr. NE
domestic violence; CR 1397
theft of property; 2nd Ave. NW
criminal mischief;...
Rock the South officially confirms move to Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala. - What The Tribune first reported Wednesday, Oct. 1, has now been officially confirmed: Rock the South will leave Cullman for a new permanent home in Decatur.
Peachtree Entertainment announced Thursday, Oct. 2, that the 15th annual Rock the South will take place...
WSCC SOCCER: Lions earn 3-1 conference win over Enterprise State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Lions men's soccer team returned to the win column Tuesday night with a 3-1 conference victory over Enterprise State, keeping their unbeaten conference record intact.
Elijah Wong opened the scoring for the Lions in the first half, finding the back...
Commission on Aging hosting loaded barbecue potato fundraiser Oct. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Aging will host a loaded barbecue potato fundraiser on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 4-6:30 p.m. in the Cullman County Courthouse’s south parking lot.
COA Director Stephanie Lawson said this year the COA is dreaming big because,...
Cullman County Fair Parade this Saturday in downtown Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - With autumn air setting in and the community preparing to gather, the 2025 Cullman County Fair Parade is set to offer a spirited kickoff to the fair season.
The streets of downtown Cullman will come alive this Saturday, Oct. 4, as the...
Cullman City Council passes $194M budget for 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday passed a fiscal year 2026 budget totaling $194,634,790, up over $6 million from last year but behind peak years in 2024 ($207,986,624) and 2023 ($195,819,380). Highlights of the budget as reported in the meeting include:
•...
12th annual Smith Lake Park Bass Fest returns Saturday with $15K top prize
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 12th annual Smith Lake Park Bass Fest will take place this Saturday, Oct. 4, offering anglers a chance to compete for big rewards, including a guaranteed $15,000 first-place prize and payouts through the top 40 teams.
Early registration has closed, but anglers...
1950s Rock and Roll and Candlelight Walking Tour tonight at Cullman County Museum
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s 16th annual Candlelight Walking Tour, part of the Oktoberfest tradition, will swing into action tonight with some tunes to kick off the event. Beginning at 6 p.m. at the Cullman County Museum, 1950s music will rock and roll across the...
Rock the South set to leave Cullman; Decatur to take the stage
OCT. 2, 2025, UPDATE: Rock the South officially confirms move to Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala. - As early as Thursday, Oct. 2, Rock the South organizers are expected to announce what many residents have long heard as rumor: the festival will relocate from Cullman County to...
John Drozda sentenced to 90 years for 2023 murder of Thomas Brannon
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Emily Johnston on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, sentenced John Wesley Drozda, 38, of Cullman, to 90 years in prison. Drozda was convicted of murder on Aug. 21, 2025, in the Sept. 17, 2023, shooting death of...
Obituary: Jimmy Dale Wunderlich
Jimmy was born on December 21, 1949, in Ft. Worth Texas. The son of Lt. Col. Charles Van Wunderlich and Marjorie Callahan Wunderlich Heard. He grew up in Vinemont, Alabama and graduated from West Point High School, Class of 1968. Jimmy graduated from Auburn...
Obituary: James “Larry” Grimmett
A funeral mass for James “Larry” Grimmett, 67, of Gardendale will be 11 a.m. Friday, October 3rd at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Gardendale. Burial will follow the service at New Prospect cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday October 2nd from 6 p.m....
Obituary: Deborah Ann Scott
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Deborah Ann Scott, 72, of Cullman.
Deborah passed away October 1, 2025. She was born March 13, 1953 to Billie & Dorothy Nell Dean Davis.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Friends may sign the online...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 1, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 1, 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
No incidents reported.
Arrests
September 30
Hanners, Curtis R.; 58
FTA – switched...
Cullman Ghost Walks coming in October
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Southern Ghost Girls will host four walking tours in Cullman in October.
Owner Lesley Ann Hyde said the Cullman Ghost Walks will take place on Tuesdays and will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Depot Park.
“We are excited for the Cullman...
Editorial: Hope as the next step
Fear alerts us. Courage responds. But hope, well, hope is what carries us forward when the dust settles and the long road lies ahead.
Hope is often misunderstood. Some see it as wishful thinking, a fragile feeling with no substance. But true hope is far...
Library board meeting notes: Sept. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board held its regular board meeting on Thursday, Sept. 25. Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) Director Amber Thornton reported higher than usual accounting and legal fees in August, primarily due to an annual audit, totaling...
State, national leaders visit CATA, CHS, highlighting CTE
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy and Cullman High School welcomed state and national leaders recently as part of a statewide campaign to highlight career and technical education (CTE) in Alabama. The visits were part of a three-day tour organized by the Association...
COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point set to meet Good Hope in county finals
VINEMONT, Ala. – After an action-packed day one on Monday, the Cullman County Volleyball Tournament resumed at Vinemont High School Tuesday night and the matchup for the finals is now set. West Point got things started by sweeping Fairview 3-0 to secure their spot...
Obituary: Pamela Daun Beard Shaddrix
It is with great love and deep gratitude that we must announce the passing into the arms of her eternal Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Born July 5, 1966, Pam grew up in Hartselle, AL. After graduating Hartselle High School, she obtained a B.S....
Obituary: Martha Ann Defnall McGinnis
Martha Ann Defnall McGinnis, 93, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on September 26, 2025. Ms. McGinnis was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, on January 12, 1932, to the late Calvin George Hamilton and Ola Mae Pointer Defnall.
Ms. McGinnis is preceded in death by...
Obituary: Joseph Tremblay
A funeral mass for Joseph Tremblay, 92, of Hanceville will be 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 7th at Sacred Heart of Jesus of Catholic Church. Rosary will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the church. Burial will follow the service at Christ the King cemetery.
Mr....
