2-year-old and adult attacked by family dog; adult severely injured
Update from our friends at WVTM-13: http://www.wvtm13.com/article/grandfather-mauled-by-dog-while-saving-granddaughter-from-attack/15889506
Edited 1-24-18 6:24 p.m. Authorities originally told The Tribune that the adult was transported to Birmingham. He was transported to Huntsville.The story has been updated.
CULLMAN - An area man has been airlifted to Huntsville and a toddler taken...
Cullman Regional CEO shares positive outlook in yearly report
Cullman Regional CEO James Clements addresses the audience at this year’s State of the Hospital Luncheon on Wednesday, Jan. 24. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional held its annual State of the Hospital Luncheon on Wednesday, and according to CEO James Clements, the hospital...
GoFundMe page set up for injured Hanceville police officer
HANCEVILLE - Hanceville police officer Jason Hare remains in intensive care at UAB Hospital recovering from injuries he sustained Monday evening while in pursuit of an escaped inmate. On Wednesday, a GoFundMe page was set up to raise funds for Hare and his family.
From...
Mayor Jacobs meeting with President Trump today in Washington
Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs, second from left, seen here in June 2017 with, from left, Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer, Scott Stadthagen and Cullman City Council President Garlan Gudger, is in Washington, D.C. today to meet with President Donald Trump. / Tribune...
Evelyn Burrow Museum displays maps outlining history of Alabama
The Evelyn Burrow Museum’s Exhibit Hall in the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts currently boasts a collection of maps from as early as the mid-16th century to modern times showing the evolution of the state of Alabama. “Sweet Home: Alabama’s History...
Arrest report: Jan. 23
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 23. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Baker, Johnie Dee, 64
third-degree criminal trespassing
Boykin, Wilma, 37
failure to appear- driving while suspended
failure to appear- giving false name to law enforcement
failure to appear- proof of...
Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts holding Preview Day Jan. 27
Nick Watford is featured during a performance of the Wallace State Jazz Band at Preview Day 2016 for the Fine and Performing Arts program at Wallace State Community College.
HANCEVILLE - The Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts program will host its annual...
Pet of the Week: help Charley find his forever home
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay of the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us to Charley, the featured pet of the week.
“Sweet Charley is a neutered male cocker spaniel, approximately 5-years-old. He is a cheerful little fellow with a busy stub of a tail. He delights...
Welti Elementary honor roll
First nine weeks
All A's
Third Grade: Riggs Fulmer, Mattie Claire Keith, Katelyn O’Rear and Jordan Pierce
Fourth Grade: Alexia Harris and Morgan Bartlett
Fifth Grade: Noah Jennings, Jacob Keith, Olivia Stallings, Kane Twilley and Haley Tyree
All A’s and B’s
Third Grade: Cainen Bennett, Abigail Brady, Kaylee Burgess, Foster...
PREP BASKETBALL: Tuesday night scoring roundup
Brewer 63, Cullman 58 (Girls)
Cullman took on Brewer at home hoping to pull off an upset over the No. 8 Lady Patriots. After trailing 43-31 at the half, the Lady Bearcats staged a second-half comeback to get back in the game, but their rally...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT- day 3 recap
HANCEVILLE - Day three of the Cullman County Basketball Tournament has ended and three new teams have fought their way into the next round of their brackets, starting with the junior varsity boys.
JV Boys Game 5: West Point (2) 50 – Fairview (3) 45...
Rachel’s Challenge: Vinemont hosting anti-bullying event Wednesday night
VINEMONT - Vinemont High School is fighting bullying and violence head on. On Wednesday, the school will host an event, Rachel’s Challenge, and hopes to make a community-wide impact. Rachel’s Challenge is based on the life and writings of Rachel Joy Scott, who was...
Local churches, agencies hope to see homeless shelter for men in Cullman area
The Cullman area currently has no homeless shelters for men. A group of local churches and agencies is working to change that. / Image courtesy pixabay
The American church has tragically reduced God’s word to mere information instead of the real purpose which is the...
County authorizes call-out pay for hours worked during winter shutdown
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Commission met Tuesday morning, when, after approving the minutes of its emergency meeting called on Jan. 16, the commission motioned to terminate the local state of emergency that was declared at that meeting due to last week’s winter weather....
Search continues for suspect who escaped custody in Hanceville
Justin McCoy Booth / Courtesy Hanceviile Police Department and Facebook
UPDATE: http://www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2018/01/25/escaped-hanceville-inmate-captured-jefferson-county
Updated 1-23-18 5:30 p.m.
HANCEVILLE - The Hanceville Police Department is looking for Justin McCoy Booth, 23, of St. Clair County in connection with the incident that sent a police officer to UAB Hospital Monday...
Arrest report: Jan. 22
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 22. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Bice, Jennifer Ryan, 45
grand jury- illegal possession or use of a credit or debit card (5 counts)
Boyer, William Wade, 50
failure to appear- negotiating a worthless...
Obituary: Clifford “Cliff” Ray Puckett
Mr. Clifford "Cliff" Ray Puckett of Cullman passed away on January 16, 2018 at Cullman Regional Medical Center at the age of 77. He was born on July 31, 1940 in West Virginia to William Vance and Tula Mae Scott Puckett.
Mr. Puckett served 20...
City school board meeting notes- Jan. 22
CULLMAN - The Cullman City School Board held its monthly meeting on Monday in Tillman Hall on the Cullman High School campus. The board approved all items on this month’s agenda, beginning with the nomination for school board president. Current president Suzanne Harbin was...
Dinner conversation: Harbison, Watson, Marchman and Gentry host town hall
Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman speaks with a visitor at Monday night's town hall meeting in Trimble. / Nick Griffin
TRIMBLE - The Trimble Community Center was packed Monday night, and not just for the free pizza. Politically-minded residents turned out to hear from, and...
Cullman Lions donate $25K to Cullman Caring for Kids
Cullman Caring for Kids Executive Director Javon Daniel receives a check for $25,615.07 for the food bank, surrounded by fellow Lions who have assisted his program. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Monday evening, the Cullman Lions Club presented to Javon Daniel a check for...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: day 2 recap
HANCEVILLE - Day two of the 2018 Cullman County Basketball Tournament inside Tom Drake Coliseum at Wallace State is now officially in the books, and it featured three games on the menu for the night.
JV Boys Game Four: (1) Holly Pond 64, (4) Hanceville...
Cullman extends tax abatement for Royal Technologies; recognizes police achievements; plans new walking trails
Officer Zach Latham receives his five-year service pin from Councilman Andy Page. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - At a busy meeting Monday evening, the Cullman City Council moved to promote local industry, recreation, and personnel of the Cullman Police Department (CPD).
Royal Technologies tax abatement
The council...
Hanceville PD officer injured in pursuit of escaped suspect
LATEST: http://www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2018/01/23/search-continues-suspect-who-escaped-custody-hanceville
Updated 1-22-18 11:31 p.m.
The Hanceville Police Department has named the suspect in tonight's incident as Justin McCoy Booth, 24. He is 5'6", 135 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes.
Mayor Kenneth Nail posted on social media a short while ago: "Our officer will...
Arrest report: Jan. 19-21
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 19-21. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Anders, Kevin Russell, 32
failure to appear- liability insurance required
Bailey, Shane Allen, 35
third-degree burglary
Black, Corley Zane, 28
failure to appear- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Buckelew, Michael...
Nosey is home
Nosey at The Elephant Sanctuary near Nashville / Photo courtesy The Elephant Sanctuary
LAWRENCE COUNTY - Patricia Bentley of the Cullman Area Animal Welfare Association (CAAWA) informed The Tribune that on Monday afternoon, Lawrence County District Judge Angela Terry granted permanent custody of Nosey the...
Hartselle’s Challie Johnson crowned 2018 Wallace State Homecoming Queen
Wallace State sophomore Challie Johnson, a Hartselle native, was named the 2018 Homecoming Queen on Sunday.
HANCEVILLE – Challie Johnson, a Hartselle native, was named Wallace State Community College’s 2018 Homecoming Queen during the annual festivities on Sunday. She was crowned during halftime of the...
Storms expected today
CULLMAN - Thunderstorms will move into the Cullman area around lunchtime, according to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, which said some may become strong to marginally severe.
NWS Huntsville has issued a hazardous weather outlook for the counties of Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Lawrence, Limestone,...
Gas line fire erupts in Terri Pines; blaze now out
Photo courtesy of Brian Bradberry
CULLMAN - Crews from Cullman Fire Rescue on Sunday responded to a gas line on fire on Waterford Drive in Terri Pines, according to Cullman Fire Rescue Division Chief Brian Bradberry.
Bradberry said the line was ruptured and caught fire while...
Missoula Children’s Theatre makes it up the beanstalk in spite of winter weather challenges
The cast of "Jack and the Beanstalk" awaits the rise of the curtain on Saturday, Jan. 20 at the Cullman Civic Center. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Saturday evening, the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT), Cullman Parks and Recreation (CP&R), and a cast of...
Files from Yesteryear: 1917, 1935 and 1938
From the Files of 1917:
Attending the organization meeting of the North and South National Bee Line Highway Association, in Birmingham, from Cullman County were Probate Judge Fred J. Buchmann, Postmaster, Postmaster S.J. Griffin, Commissioners J.A. Vickery, L.A. Kelton, J.B. White, Doctor S.H. Sudduth, George...
Cullman Regional hosting National Wear Red Day Luncheon Feb. 2
CULLMAN - Heart disease and stroke cause 1 in 3 deaths among women each year, killing approximately one woman every 80 seconds. Fortunately, 80 percent of cardiac and stroke events may be prevented with education and action.
Join Cullman Regional for its National Wear Red...
Special needs community: make plans to attend ‘Night to Shine’ prom
FALKVILLE - On Feb. 9, Fairview: The Grace Place in Falkville will host its second annual Night to Shine Special Needs Prom, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. Pre-registration for the event is now open.
The Tim Tebow Foundation’s website describes this ministry: “Night to...
91st annual Cullman County Spelling Bee set for Feb. 5
Pictured is the winner of the 2017 Cullman County Spelling Bee, Cullman Middle School's Jadon Li. This year's Bee will take place on Feb. 5. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - On Monday, Feb. 5, Temple Baptist Church will once again host the Cullman County Spelling...
COUNTY TOURNAMENT: day 1 recap
HANCEVILLE - Day one of the 2018 Cullman County Basketball Tournament is in the books and featured a packed slate of matchups between young teams inside Tom Drake Coliseum on the campus of Wallace State Community College.
Ninth-Grade Boys Game One: Good Hope (5) 38,...
2018 DAR Good Citizens named
Outstanding students from area high schools were honored as DAR Good Citizens at a recent meeting of the Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. State DAR Regent, Mrs. Nancy S. Folk, of Hoover, presented the students with their commemorative certificates...
WATCH: Shedd, Harbison, Bussman talk state, local issues at annual Cullman luncheon; Bussman takes aim at Alabama State Department of Education
Sen. Paul Bussman, R-Cullman spent a good portion of his time speaking about education at Friday’s State of the State Community Luncheon. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2018 State of the State Community Luncheon took place on Friday, with...
Berlin prepares to vote on incorporation
A map from May 2017 shows the proposed boundaries of an incorporated Berlin. Only residents living within the proposed town limits and registered to vote in Berlin may participate in the election. / Photo courtesy Berlin Incorporation/Facebook
BERLIN - The time is drawing near for...
PREP BASKETBALL: Friday night scoring roundup
Holly Pond 63, Vinemont 30 (Girls)
Holly Pond rolled to a road win over Vinemont, snapping a three-game losing streak. The Lady Broncos will take on Cold Springs next Tuesday night at 6:15 p.m. in the Cullman County Basketball Tournament at WSCC. The Lady Eagles...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats handle Fort Payne, 92-79; Lady ‘Cats outlast Lady Wildcats, 58-53; JV squads split, 9th-grade ‘Cats win
Cullman's Hannah Hoffman (22) iced the varsity girls' game when she forced a steal and knocked down two free throws with 12 seconds remaining on the way to a scrappy 58-53 win. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The Fort Payne Wildcats traveled to Cullman Friday...
Trump administration removes more abortion protections; Ivey responds
Gov. Kay Ivey, seen here on Monday, Jan.15, 2018 in Montgomery, on Friday voiced her support of President Donald Trump's actions on abortion. / Photo: Governor's Office, Hal Yeager
MONTGOMERY - The Trump administration on Friday further solidified its stance on fighting abortion, announcing two...
Cullman EMS hosting 3rd Annual 911 Chili Cook-Off Feb. 10
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional’s Cullman Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is hosting its third annual 911 Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, Feb.10, with all proceeds benefiting Saving Forgotten Warriors. The event will take place from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
The registration fee for entering a chili recipe is...
(URGENT) Pet of the Week: Bring Joy into your home
1-22-18: URGENT: Joy is in a hurry to find a home, so her adoption fee has been reduced to just $5!
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay introduces us to Joy, the Cullman County Animal Shelter’s pet of the week.
“Joy is a lovely female lab mix,...
Arrest report: Jan. 18
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 18. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Anders, Shaun David, 27
possession of drug paraphernalia
Boone, Bobby Wayne Jr. 35
carrying a pistol without a license
driving while suspended
liability insurance required
no tag/ tag not plainly visible
resisting...
Cullman County unemployment rate dips to 2.8%
MONTGOMERY - December’s state unemployment numbers were released Friday morning, with Alabama maintaining November’s rate of 3.5 percent, a record low, and Cullman County’s rate coming in at 2.8 percent, down slightly from November’s rate of 3 percent. Cullman County’s unemployment rate is the...
CCBOE approves major repair project for Cold Springs HS; VHS InSPIRESS team recognized
Vinemont INSPIRESS team (L-R): teacher/sponsor Shannon Bridges, Baylee Jennings, Hillary Holcomb, Jamie Marotz, Abby Sikes, Derrick Ransom, Justin Hoffman, Braxton Thompson / W.C. Mann
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday evening, the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) stepped outside the central office to hold its regular...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Eagles, Raiders emerge victorious; Thursday night roundup
GOOD HOPE - The Cold Springs Lady Eagles took home yet another close win over Good Hope, while in the boys' game, the Raiders won in convincing fashion over the Eagles.
Cold Springs 47, Good Hope 44 (Girls)
For the second time in as many meetings,...
Dusty Slay(s) at Mae’s
Up-and-coming hot comic Dusty Slay entertained a crowded Mae’s Food Hall Thursday night at the venue’s inaugural Mae’s Comedy Night. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - The first ever Mae’s Comedy Night over at Mae’s Food Hall Thursday brought in one of the biggest crowds that...
Town hall meeting Jan. 22 in Trimble with Harbison, Gentry, Marchman
Corey Harbison, Matt Gentry and Garry Marchman / Tribune file photos
TRIMBLE - A week into the 2018 legislative session in Montgomery, Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope will give local citizens an opportunity to get an update on what’s happening in Montgomery, and to let...
Hanceville mayor clarifies City’s position on J.B. Pennington fire
Hanceville Fire Rescue was on scene, with its ladder truck, for three days in March 2017, helping to put out the fire at J.B. Pennington High School in Blount County. / Tribune file photo
I think the City is more upset at Blount County School...
PREP BASKETBALL: updated schedule due to weather
CULLMAN - Here's a look at the updated schedule for area basketball this week. Due to winter weather and school closures, some games were moved.
Thursday, Jan. 18
Cold Springs @ Good Hope (JVG, JVB, VG, VB)
Fairview @ Holly Pond (9B, JVG, JVB, VG, VB)
Vinemont @...
Arrest report: Jan. 12-17
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 12-17. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Ballenger, Robert Ramsey, 42
possession of drug paraphernalia
Church, Julia Rochelle Lynn, 25
harassing communications
Cofield, Tristan Dewayne, 19
possession of drug paraphernalia
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Crawford, Lindsay Marie,...
PREP BASKETBALL: In spite of weather, county teams ready for tournament
West Point’s Coby Sullins, pictured in a game against Cullman on Jan. 9, 2018. The Warriors are seeded second in this year’s Cullman County Tournament. / Photo by Bill Piper
CULLMAN COUNTY - The winter weather that hit Alabama on Tuesday and Wednesday affected just...
Local businesses undeterred by winter storm; Planet Fitness enjoys successful opening day
Despite the storm and numerous closings, Planet Fitness Manager Corey Lee, pictured here on Wednesday, still saw a successful opening day on Tuesday. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - This week’s winter storm has certainly had an effect on the Cullman area, but a ride around...
Obituary: Ruth Reichwein
Ruth Reichwein passed away on January 14, 2018 at the age of 80. Ruth was born in Cullman, AL on February 16,1937 to Albert Reichwein and Elfie (Livingston) Reichwein.
She graduated from Cullman High School, and then University of Alabama Tuscaloosa with a degree in...
Obituary: Ted L. Mack
Funeral services for Mr. Ted L. Mack, 88 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Cullman City Cemetery, Revs. Floyd Bradford and Wade Maynard officiating. Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of...
Obituary: Erfred “Sonny” Richardson Jr.
Funeral services for Erfred "Sonny" Richardson Jr., 78, of Hanceville, will be at noon Thursday, January 18, 2018, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with burial in Tuscaloosa Memorial Park on Friday. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Richardson passed away Sunday,...
Obituary: Leonard Lavon Hayes
Leonard Lavon Hayes, age 58 of Holly Pond, passed away at his residence Friday evening January 12, 2018.
Mr. Hays was born in Mobile, Alabama to his parents Jimmy Hayes and Alice E. Howell. He worked as a shipfitter.
Mr. Hayes was predeceased by his father,...
Obituary: Mary “Marie” Moore
Funeral Service for Mary "Marie" Moore, age 69 of Holly Pond, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 18, 2018 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Pastors Tim Collier and Charlie Alldredge officiating. Burial will follow at Brooklyn Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Margaret Ellen Huckeba
Margaret Ellen Huckeba of Cullman passed away on January 13, 2018 at her residence at the age of 68.
She was born in Denver Colorado on June 2, 1949 to Walter and Audrey Peck Firestone. She is preceded in death by her parents and a...
Obituary: Trent Lee Parrish
Funeral services for Mr. Trent Lee Parrish, 28 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 18, 2018 in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Cullman Funeral Home is directing.
Mr. Parrish was born on October 30, 1989; and passed away on January 14,...
Obituary: Danny Dewey Mann
Danny Dewey Mann, 66 of Double Springs, entered into rest on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Danny was born on June 16, 1951 in Nauvoo. He was a graduate of the Class of 1970 at Winston County High...
Obituary: Kathy Gay
Funeral services for Kathy Gay, age 55, were held on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Lee Witherington officiating. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Gay passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at her residence....
Obituary: Jack Leroy Tyler
Jack Leroy Tyler, age 75 of Holly Pond, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2018 at his residence. He was born, September 2, 1942 to Leroy and Victoria Perry Tyler in Sylacauga, AL.
He was a devoted husband and father. Jack was a Navy veteran...
Obituary: Charles Howard Skinner
Charles Howard Skinner, age 85 of Cullman, died January 15, 2018 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born January 3, 1933 to Ezra and Inez Goolsby Skinner. He was preceded in death by his parents. Charles worked in radio and television ultimately retiring...
Barnette, Patterson talk snow days
Cullman County Schools Superintendent Shane Barnette, left, and Cullman City Schools Superintendent Dr. Susan Patterson, right, weigh in on the effects of such a long break in the middle of the school year. / Tribune file photo, Cullman City Schools
CULLMAN - With area students...
Mayors give updates on winter storm’s effects
First Avenue Northeast, as seen on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 17. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN COUNTY - On Wednesday, The Tribune checked in with mayors around Cullman County to see how the municipalities were handling this week’s winter storm. None of the officials we were able...
Cullman Regional and American Heart Association partner to make Cullman region healthier
CULLMAN – The American Heart Association (AHA) and Cullman Regional have announced a three-year sponsorship to promote the American Heart Association’s “Healthy for Good” movement.
Cullman Regional is dedicated to reducing the number of cardiovascular-related deaths that impact our community annually. This continued commitment works...
Law enforcement, EMA report no major incidents due to winter weather
These Cullman Police Department vehicles, pictured on Tuesday, Jan. 16, have been used in past snow events to help remove stranded vehicles. / Noah Galilee
CULLMAN COUNTY - Tuesday’s bitter cold winter weather brought with it high winds, snow, ice and a lot of work...
Flu shot clinic at Cullman County Health Department
CULLMAN - As a part of Gov. Kay Ivey's declared State Public Health Emergency last week, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is hosting flu shot clinics statewide. In Cullman, a clinic is being held at the Cullman County Health Department (CCHD).
The CCHD...
Community notes: upcoming events
CULLMAN - Here are a few area events that are coming up soon, four of them on Thursday.
Bonsai for the Beginner, Jan. 18, 10:30 a.m.
What: Bonsai for the Beginner with Dr. Bob Wendorf
When: Thursday, Jan. 18 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Cullman County Extension Office, 402...
City, county schools on 2-hour delay Thursday
CULLMAN - Both Cullman City Schools and Cullman County Schools are on a two-hour delay on Thursday, Jan. 18.
Check back for updates on other delays or closures.
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LifeSouth in emergency need of blood, platelet donations
CULLMAN - Due to winter weather and closures this week of offices and mobile units, LifeSouth is currently in emergency need of all blood types and also in need of platelet donors. The local LifeSouth office is located at 112 Clark Street across from...
Cullman’s Planet Fitness now open
Planet Fitness in Cullman is OPEN! The fitness center enjoyed a quiet grand opening on Tuesday. Pictured, today, is manager Corey Lee. Planet Fitness is located at 1727 Second Ave. SW.
Find out more at www.planetfitness.com/gyms/cullman-al
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Hartselle police chief to run for Morgan County sheriff
Hartselle Police Chief Ron Puckett, center, has declared his candidacy for Morgan County Sheriff. / Photos courtesy of Puckett’s campaign
HARTSELLE - Hartselle Police Chief Ron Puckett, a career law enforcement officer, announced Wednesday morning his candidacy for Morgan County Sheriff. Puckett will run on...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats ready to play ball
Coach Brent Patterson and the Bearcats will travel south to play Fairhope and Daphne on Feb. 19, on Presidents Day. / Nick Griffin
CULLMAN - It may not feel like it outside right now, but baseball season is quickly approaching, and the Cullman High School...
Update on road conditions
CULLMAN - As of 10:15 a.m. Wednesday morning, Alabama State Troopers report, "We are not experiencing any significant hazardous road conditions at this time, other than some secondary roads in rural areas where there have been a few slick spots reported. However, we urge...
‘Food talks to me’: Former presidential chef/valet, north AL native Quincy Jackson reflects on larger-than-life career
Mount Hope, Alabama native Quincy Jackson was in charge of the White House staff kitchen during the terms of three U.S. presidents- Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama, and served as personal presidential valet to President Obama.
History of the White House Mess
The...
Complete list: school, business, org. closings; road closings
Last updated: 1-17-18, 2:24 p.m.
CULLMAN - North Alabama, including the Cullman area, remains under a Wind Chill Advisory until noon Wednesday, Jan. 17.
Here's a list of delays and closings in The Tribune's coverage area. Check back for updates.
CLOSED: Cullman City Schools will be closed...
NWS Huntsville: Wind Chill Advisory in effect until 10 a.m. Wednesday
CULLMAN - The National Weather Service in Huntsville has issued a Wind Chill Advisory for the counties of Marshall, Jackson, De Kalb and Cullman until 10 a.m. Wednesday morning.
From the NWS:
Bitterly cold temperatures and wind chills are expected overnight into Wednesday morning.
Snow occurring. Very...
ALDOT: After snowfall, expect icy conditions until temperatures rebound
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is continuing to warn Alabamians to expect icy roadways and bridges until temperatures return to above freezing.
While all state routes in ALDOT's North Region currently remain open, sub-freezing temperatures through Thursday morning pose a threat of black ice...
UPDATE: Road conditions
These Cullman Police Department vehicles, pictured on Jan. 16, have been used in past snow events to help remove stranded vehicles. / Noah Galilee
Updated 1-16-18 6:42 p.m.
6:42 p.m. UPDATE from the City of Cullman
Woodland Street Northwest is closed where it intersects with U.S. Highway...
PREP BASKETBALL: Monday night roundup; schedule changes
Southside 61, Fairview 59 OT (Boys)
Fairview's boys took part in the Bojangles Shootout at Wallace State, taking on Southside. After holding a 31-21 lead with 4:23 remaining in the first half, thanks to seven made threes, the Aggies cooled off from there, but still...
2018 Alabama general election: candidates; pro-life constitutional amendment
CULLMAN - Major party candidate qualification for the 2018 Alabama general election opened on Jan. 8. After the first week, the candidates listed below are known to have qualified for candidacy in the election, or are known to be in the process of qualifying....
Ready, set, action! Missoula Children’s Theatre kicks off production week
Missoula Children’s Theatre’s Tierra Porter, left, and Morgan Summers, right, will be leading kids onstage and backstage, respectively, in this week’s production of “Jack and the Beanstalk” at the Cullman Civic Center. / Nick Griffin
UPDATE 1-18-18: Due to several missed practices because of this...
ALDOT, Alabama EMA: winter weather will bring dangerous conditions
ALDOT is preparing Alabama roads for winter weather. / Photo, taken Monday, Jan. 15, 2018, is courtesy of photographer Bill Castle/ABC3340.
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and the Alabama Emergency Management Agency are warning Alabamians to expect dangerous conditions across the state as winter...
Gov. Ivey issues State of Emergency in preparation for winter weather
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a State of Emergency, effective at 6 p.m. Monday, for all Alabama counties in preparation for potential severe winter weather.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for a large portion of Alabama in anticipation...
Cullman Regional enters joint venture partnership with The Surgery Center of Cullman
CULLMAN – The Healthcare Authority of Cullman County late Monday announced that Cullman Regional has completed an agreement with the local physician owners (Physician Owners Group) of The Surgery Center of Cullman, LLC for a joint venture partnership.
According to a media release from the...
Arrest report: Jan. 12-14
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Jan. 12-14. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests reported. Arrests for Jan. 12-15 will be reported Jan. 16.
Cullman Police Department
Lance, Heather S., 20
fourth-degree theft of property
James, Randy E., 42
fourth-degree receiving stolen...
(UPDATED) List: Closings and delays due to winter weather
UPDATED Jan. 16, 2018
CULLMAN - North Alabama, including the Cullman area, remains under a Wind Chill Advisory until 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17.
Here's a list of delays and closings in The Tribune's coverage area. Check back for updates.
CLOSED: Cullman City Schools will be closed...
Winter Weather Advisory in effect Tuesday 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
CULLMAN - The National Weather Service in Huntsville has issued a WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY, in effect from 6 a.m.-9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16 for the counties of Madison, Morgan, Marshall, Jackson, De Kalb, Cullman and Franklin (Tennessee).
According to the NWS:
Accumulating snow is expected...
Bonsai for beginners: Dr. Bob Wendorf to teach class Jan. 18
CULLMAN - Maybe you really should put more thought into the gifts you give. You never can tell when a gift will turn into a hobby that leads to a fascination for that gift which broadens the mind and enriches the life of the...
Files from Yesteryear: 1938
From the Files of 1938:
Kelton Whaley, of Vinemont, tells that his brother-in-law, Tom C. Thomason, who is a salesman in the Carolina region, happened upon some excitement, recently. In Winston-Salem, North Carolina, he picked up an extra passenger, who desired a free ride to...
PREP BASKETBALL: JV Cold Springs Lady Eagles win; JV boys, varsity girls and boys fall to Locust Fork
BREMEN - It was a busy slate of games at Cold Springs tonight as the Eagles and Lady Eagles took on Locust Fork.
Cold Springs 42, Locust Fork 38 (JVG)
The Cold Springs' JV girls came away with a very hard-fought win over the Lady Hornets....
Chamber’s State of the State Luncheon set for Jan. 19
The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual State of the State Community Luncheon is set for Friday, Jan. 19 at the All Steak Restaurant. The event will be in the banquet room from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
The luncheon will feature updates from Montgomery from Cullman’s...
Cullman Co. offices closed Monday; City offices open
CULLMAN - Cullman County offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, 2018 in observance of Robert E. Lee Day and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. County Sanitation will run normally.
Cullman City offices will be open.
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Human Trafficking Awareness Month in full swing
Karma’s Coffee House owner Katie Fine and Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force Chairwoman Kathy Wilson at the task force’s table at the coffee shop Thursday / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and Thursday, Jan. 11 was Human Trafficking Awareness...
Growing in faith: Desperation Church expanding to new location
This architectural rendering shows the future Desperation Church building that will be located on Old Hanceville Highway (Third Avenue Southeast) at King Edward Street. / Andy Heis
CULLMAN - Desperation Church has become a fixture within the community at its current location next to Depot...
How new Toyota/Mazda plant will benefit Cullman
L-R: Alabama Secretary of Commerce Greg Canfield, Mazda Motor Corporation President and Chief Executive Officer Masamichi Kogai, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey, Toyota Motor Corporation President Akio Toyoda, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Limestone County Commission Chairman Mark Yarbrough. / Photo courtesy Toyota
CULLMAN - After this...
2 suspects in hours-long manhunt charged; more charges pending
Tei Ti Taimi, left, and Jason Stevens, right
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) on Saturday afternoon announced charges against the two men who were the subjects of an hours-long manhunt late Friday into early Saturday morning in the community of Walter. Tei...
‘Giving back to the community that loved him’: Curt’s Closet moves closer to completion
Kicking off Curt’s Closet’s first sorting day were (L-R): Denise Williams, Courtney Herron, Christy Patterson, Brenda Rush, Ashley Wilson and Carrie Bentley. / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - As an ongoing tribute to her late son Curt Wilson, who would “give you the shirt off his...
