PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 7, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 18, Meek 6 - Batting: J. Williams 2-5 (3B), 2 RBI Pitching: S. Talley 3.0 IP, 0 H, 1 ER, 4 K, W
Addison 16, Meek 6 - Batting: T. Thompson 1-2 (HR), 2 RBI Pitching: B. Lake 2.1 IP, 1 H, 1...
PREP SOFTBALL: Benefield’s one-hitter gives Good Hope their third straight County Tournament title in 3-0 win over West Point
VINEMONT, Ala. - On Tuesday afternoon at the Vinemont Sports Complex, fifth-seeded Good Hope met sixth-seed West Point in the 2026 Cullman County Tournament championship game. The Lady Raiders and Lady Warriors, who faced off in last year's title game, gave fans a show...
East Elementary’s Lacy Cameron named Alabama Teacher of the Year ‘Sweet 16’ finalist
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary Fifth-Grade Teacher Lacy Cameron has been named one of 16 finalists (commonly known as the "Sweet 16") for the prestigious 2026–2027 Alabama Teacher of the Year.
Exemplary teachers inspire students to reach their full potential by instilling in them a...
Obituary: Joan Dean Hill
Funeral services for Joan Dean Hill, 88, of Hanceville, will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 12, at Hanceville Funeral Home. Bro. Christopher Dotson will be officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service from 2-3 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Joan was born July...
Obituary: John Schafer
Funeral service for John Schafer, age 68, of Vinemont, will be at noon on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at Macedonia Baptist Church with Jacob Watts and Chuck Johnston officiating; burial at Macedonia Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026,...
Cullman overhauls paving plan, ties road projects to data, budget, public oversight
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council has adopted a new ordinance designed to reshape how the city plans, funds and executes street and transportation infrastructure projects, tying long-term planning directly to the budgeting process.
The measure formally establishes an annual Street and Transportation Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan and...
Power to the People Act expands Alabama Public Service Commission, limits base rate increases through 2029
CULLMAN, Ala. - A newly signed state law will expand the Alabama Public Service Commission from three members to seven and prohibit increases in electric retail base rates through 2029.
The Power to the People Act, enacted during the 2026 legislative session, originated as House Bill 475 and was...
CCPS receives Safe School Award for second year
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Monday, April 6, visited Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) to present the 2025 Safe School Award and applaud the school’s ongoing commitment to safety and preparedness. CCPS is one of just nine schools to win the award, chosen from over...
Layton family purchases Trident Marina, expanding presence on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. - A familiar name in the Smith Lake marina business has expanded its footprint, with Lynn Layton and Jeff Layton recently purchasing Trident Marina from Jeff Tolbert.
The father-and-son duo acquired Duskin Point Marina in 2018 and now operate two full-service marinas on Lewis Smith Lake.
According to a statement shared by Duskin...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point’s Jones no-hits Fairview, Benefield blanks Vinemont and Cold Springs’ offense explodes in Cullman County Tournament quarterfinals
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Cullman County Softball Tournament got underway at the Vinemont Sports Complex on Monday. The three quarterfinal matchups featured three shutouts, with West Point, Good Hope and Cold Springs moving on to the semifinals, which will be played tomorrow at 2...
Obituary: Anne R. Lovell
Anne R. Lovell, of Holly Pond, Alabama, was welcomed into Heaven on Saturday evening, April 4, 2026, at the age of 80. Mrs. Anne was born in St. Clair County, Alabama, on December 14, 1945, to the late John H. and Mae E. Owen...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 6, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 2
possession of drug paraphernalia; tampering with physical evidence; Hwy. 91
harassing communications; CR 1682
possession of...
Overton knocks out Tulsa, Auburn wins NIT Championship in overtime
INDIANAPOLIS – When Auburn had to have it, Kevin Overton came through.
KO knocked out Tulsa in the NIT championship game, hitting a game-tying 3-pointer with eight seconds left in regulation to send it to overtime, where Overton hit a 40-footer to lead Auburn to a 92-86 victory...
Alabama Audubon free bird-watching events
Alabama Audubon has several bird-watching events scheduled for 2026. Two free events will take place Saturday, April 11.
Birding at Vulcan Trail
The 2.2-mile Vulcan Trail is located at 1701 Valley View Dr., Birmingham, AL 35209. It passes by the Vulcan statue and museum. The event will take place from 7-11 a.m. Attendees should meet at precisely 7 a.m. beneath the Vulcan statue. Parking will be available...
Alabama Department of Mental Health recognizes Autism Acceptance Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Mental Health is recognizing April as Autism Acceptance Month, highlighting the importance of awareness, access to services and support for individuals and families across the state.
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, is a developmental condition that affects communication, behavior and social interaction.
According to...
Budget-friendly spring family activities
What better way to spend spring days than to have quality time with your spouse or partner and your littles? The days grow longer and energize us as sunshine blankets everything outside. The sweet aromas of spring thaw any remnants of winter so that we may emerge from its grasp anew.
Use this...
Letter to the Editor: I strongly encourage support for House Bill 389
To the Editor,
Domestic violence is not a distant issue – it is a daily reality in our community. I see firsthand the impact this has on individuals and families across our county.
Law enforcement in Cullman County responds to domestic-related calls regularly, many involving repeat offenders and escalating violence. One of the most dangerous moments for a victim is immediately after an offender is released from custody. We have seen cases where victims are re-assaulted within hours or days of that release. This is not hypothetical – it is happening here.
House Bill 389 addresses this exact problem. By strengthening bond conditions and allowing for temporary holding periods, this legislation targets the highest-risk window where retaliation and serious harm are most likely to occur.
This is not about being overly punitive. It is about being realistic and protecting victims during the most dangerous phase of these cases. Right...
Obituary: Beverly Lynette Johnson
Beverly Lynette Johnson, age 49 of Vinemont passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Baptist Medical Center - Princeton. She was born, January 4, 1977, to Bernice William Page, Jr. and Linda Murry. She was preceded in death by her father and niece, Keona Page. Survivors include her mother; sister, Bridget Page; friend,...
Hanceville library hosting poetry contest
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville is currently hosting a free poetry contest. Submissions must be postmarked by April 24.
Library Manager Teresa Rivera said local teacher and published author Will Justice Drake will be judging the contest.
“Will Justice Drake will be judging the contest for us and we are very excited,” Rivera said. “The...
Editorial: The first thing I remember isn’t that she’s gone
Publisher’s note: Some stories aren’t about answers. This is one of them.
I don’t think about her death first. That’s what I didn’t expect.
It’s her smile.
That big, effortless smile that showed up before anything else did. The kind that didn’t ask for attention but took it anyway.
And her laugh. The kind that filled a room without...
Files from Yesteryear: April 4, 1963
From the files of April 4, 1963
HANCEVILLE NEWS
Rev. and Mrs. H. A. Harris and J. W. Davis spent the past Sunday in Mississippi visiting Mr. and Mrs. Joe Brown who entertained with a dinner honoring Mr. Davis on his birthday.
George Clapp was the Thursday...
COLUMN: The ultimate sacrificial gift
Larry was an unusual sort. In fact, to even say such would be like saying that Babe Ruth was a baseball player. Everybody who knew Larry already knew that. He was a good man; but honestly, he could be quite difficult.
Larry was not a...
Obituary: Roger Dale Edmondson
Roger Dale Edmondson, age 67, passed away on April 2, 2026, born on November 28, 1958, in Alabama and was residing in Cullman, Alabama.
Roger was preceded in death by Earston Willard Edmondson and Mable Marie Morgan Edmondson, and is survived by Tia Smallwood...
Obituary: Gay Nell Wilhite
Funeral Service for Gay Nell Wilhite, age 89 of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Glenn MillerRonnie Johnson officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m....
Obituary: Mary E. Shikle
Funeral Service for Mary E Shikle, age 86 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 6, 2026 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Eugene Loyd officiating; burial at Center Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. on...
TRACK & FIELD: West Point boys, Cold Springs girls place first at Cold Springs Invitational
BREMEN, Ala. - Several local track & field teams met at Cold Springs High School yesterday for the 2026 Cold Springs invitational, where athletes participated in over 35 individual events. Behind stellar performances from Rush Lamar and Ella Dickerson, West Point's boys and Cold...
Discover the joy of hosting international students
CULLMAN, Ala. - More than 100 international students are in need of host families. Pam Ancelet, an international exchange coordinator with EF High School Exchange Year, is encouraging residents to consider opening their homes to exchange students for the upcoming school year.
She said the...
Pink Cactus Western Co., Heavy Equipment Xchange open in Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, April 2, welcomed two new businesses to the Vinemont community. A joint ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrated the openings of The Pink Cactus Western Co. and Heavy Equipment Xchange (HEX).
The Pink Cactus, owned by Shayla Pendrey and Kayla Shelnutt, offers western-style clothing for men, women and children, along...
Kids invited to Wildflower Walk April 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is taking its Farm Kids Club off-site this month to explore spring blooms on a Wildflower Walk at Sportsman Lake Park.
The walk will take place Saturday, April 11, from 10-11:30 a.m. at the park’s Wildflower Garden. The event is designed as a hands-on nature...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 3, 2026
BASEBALL
Cordova 10, Addison 0 - Batting: C. Lane 1-2 Pitching: J. Williams 3.0 IP, 3 ER, 2 K
Cold Springs 11, Vinemont 6 - Batting: A. Black (Cold.) 2-5 (3B), 1 RBI Pitching: A. Black 4.0 IP, 4 H, 2 ER, 4 K
Cold Springs 21,...
PREP BASEBALL: Big sixth inning helps propel Cold Springs to 11-6 win over Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. - Cold Springs and Vinemont last faced off against each other in the Cullman County Baseball Tournament on March 27th, a game that Cold Springs ended up winning, 9-4. Friday's county game took place at Vinemont, and it went back-and-forth early on. Vinemont...
Obituary: Mary Louisa Bryan
Mary Louisa Bryan, 77, of Cullman passed away Friday, April 3rd, 2026, at her residence.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mrs. Bryan was born April 14, 1948, to Juan L. & Estephania Pena Flores. She was a great wife, mother, grandmother...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 3, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2026. 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
March 28
theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise; $42;...
Auburn cruises into NIT Championship with 88-66 win over Illinois State
INDIANAPOLIS – Advancing to the NIT championship game for the first time, Auburn got 24 points from Keyshawn Hall and made 12 3-pointers to rout Illinois State 88-66 Thursday at Hinkle Fieldhouse in the semifinals.
“I’m proud of my guys. We took a really difficult situation, not getting...
Evelyn Burrow Museum exhibition features work of Brother Jude Johnston
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College announces a new exhibition featuring the work of the late Brother Jude Johnston.
Johnston was a lay brother of St. Bernard Abbey who worked artistically under the name “Nov Ontos,” meaning “new being.” He passed away on June...
2 music businesses, 1 amazing collaboration
CULLMAN, Ala. - Press Rewind Vintage Audio and Wilde Vintage are teaming up to create a unique experience for music lovers.
Wilde Vintage Owner JK Wilde said he and his wife Katie have been working at Finders Keepers for nearly a year selling mostly vinyl records and vintage T-shirts.
“Press Rewind Vintage Audio has been open since late January and is ran by Mr....
All the Hats: Tools for success
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders met at Wallace State Community College March 26-27 for the All the Hats conference. The two-day event offered practical tools, resources and connections to help them grow and sustain their work.
CEO of Good Grit and Co-Founder of All the Hats, Samantha Southerland, said the conference...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 2, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 8, Vinemont 4 - Batting: S. Talley (Add.) 2-4 (2B), 1 RBI Pitching: S. Talley 4.0 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 7 K
Cullman 6, Avon 3 - Batting: J. Inman 2-3 (2B), 3 RBI Pitching: G. Wright 4.0 IP, 1 ER, 4 K,...
Troopers seize 185 lbs. of marijuana in Interstate 20 CMV inspection
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. – Alabama State Troopers seized 185 pounds of marijuana Tuesday, March 31.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), a Trooper assigned to the ALEA Motor Carrier Safety Unit (MCSU) conducted a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) inspection on a tractor...
Hanceville man killed in Cherokee County crash
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ala. – A Hanceville man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:15 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, in Cherokee County, Alabama.
Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Marco Cortez-Gomez, 40.
Troopers said Cortez-Gomez was fatally injured when the 2010 Nissan...
COLLEGE BASEBALL: Late rally puts Gadsden St. over Wallace St., 11-9, to split doubleheader
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - After sweeping Lawson State Community College in a doubleheader last Saturday the Wallace State Lions were 4-2 in their last six games and looked to keep that momentum rolling into their doubleheader against Gadsden State Community College on Thursday. Wallace State took...
Obituary: Beverly Joan Moss
Funeral service for Beverly Joan Moss, 79, of Cullman will be at 3 p.m., Tuesday, April 7th, 2026, at Daystar Church, Pastor Jerry Lawson officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 2-3 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow at...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 2, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 30
domestic violence; CR 447
domestic violence; Edmondson Rd. NE
theft of property; CR 1494
possession of controlled...
COLUMN: Reasons for optimism & concern for Alabama, Auburn and UAB as spring practices intensify
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the next three weeks, Alabama (April 11) and Auburn (April 18) will play in their "A-Day" spring games, and UAB will hold their up close and personal Spring Showcase (April 18), for fans to get their first looks at their...
‘I hope they feel the love of God’
New Cullman First Baptist Church sanctuary moving toward completion
CULLMAN, Ala. - Work on the new sanctuary at Cullman First Baptist Church is moving along quickly.
Pastor Tom Richter explained that as more people attend services, the church needs more room for worship.
“It’s very, very exciting,” Richter said. “As the...
Bunnies & Buttons Baby Co., featuring 4D ultrasound, opens in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Bunnies & Buttons Baby Co., a baby boutique featuring 4D ultrasounds, baby clothes and maternity and baby items, recently opened in Cullman.
Owner and Sonographer Allyson Allen graduated from the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Wallace State Community College and is certified in Abdomen and Obstetrics & Gynecology through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography...
Obituary: Tommy Michael Holloway
Tommy Michael Holloway, 77, of Oneonta, AL, was born on June 16, 1948, and passed away on March 31, 2026, at Hanceville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. He was a graduate of Minor High School and the University of Montevallo. He served in the U.S. Army during...
Obituary: Lila Darlene Hale
Lila Darlene Hale, 88, was born July 3, 1937, in Cullman, Alabama, and passed away March 31, 2026. A beloved, gentle, kind-hearted and adventurous woman, she will be remembered with deep respect and enduring affection by all who knew her.
Darlene earned an associates degree...
Obituary: Virginia Annette Woods
Virginia Annette Woods, age 84 of Vinemont, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at her residence. She was born, October 2, 1941 to Henry and Mary Phillips.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.She was preceded in death by her parents;...
Obituary: Belinda Ann McClure
Belinda Ann McClure, age 70 of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at the Folsom Center. She was born March 11, 1956, to Caris Theo Weeks and Iva Clarisse Totman Weeks.She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Timmy Weeks &...
Pet of the Week: Oliver ready to dance his way into your heart
CULLMAN, Ala. - Some dogs don’t just walk into your life, they arrive with a rhythm all their own. Oliver, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a Chihuahua and terrier mix estimated to be around 2 years old.
He’s the kind of companion who makes his presence known in the most endearing...
Dr. Stewart Tankersley launches campaign for lieutenant governor of Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Republican Dr. Stewart Tankersley has launched his campaign for lieutenant governor of Alabama.
Below is his announcement:
Dr. Stewart Tankersley officially launched his campaign for lieutenant governor of Alabama (March 30), kicking off his statewide effort with a prayer breakfast at his home church in Montgomery attended by more...
Foundry Ministries to expand Cullman County program with $1M ARC grant
CULLMAN, Ala. - A $1 million federal grant will support expansion efforts at The Foundry Farm in Cullman County, with plans underway to construct a new multipurpose facility aimed at workforce training and addiction recovery services.
The funding, awarded through the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), will go to Foundry Ministries...
PREP BASKETBALL: New Good Hope boys basketball coach Cory Meyer details his coaching influences, looks ahead to future with Raiders
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope hired Cory Meyer to be their new basketball coach on March 19th. He took over for Mitch Morris, who coached the team last year. He was an assistant coach for 14 years and was an assistant under his...
Christian Hart Memorial Cornhole Tournament returns for 5th year – April 4
VINEMONT, Ala. - The fifth annual Christian Hart Memorial Cornhole Tournament will take place Saturday, April 4, in the Vinemont Middle School gym. Registration will begin at noon, with games starting at 1 p.m. The tournament will once again feature both social and competitive...
Obituary: Mary Magdelene Wood Strandlund
Born April 12, 1931 / died April 1, 2026 / Age 94
Mary was born in Logan, AL, where she was one of three children of her parents, William Boss Wood and Loice Tucker Wood. She grew up in the Logan community but also lived...
Monitor air quality with AirScope app
There is a free mobile app called AirScope that is available on IOS and Android. The app provides the user with insight on pollen levels and air quality. If you suffer from allergies and never know what to expect, AirScope shows you air quality, pollution data, daily pollen counts and...
Obituary: Hannah Marie Hunt
Hannah Marie Hunt, age 33, of Albertville, Alabama, passed away on March 31, 2026. She was born on October 20, 1992, and was a proud graduate of Brindlee Mountain High School.
Hannah was a loving mother, daughter, sister, and niece who loved with her whole...
Obituary: Larry Eugene Strickland
Funeral services – Hanceville Funeral Home – Visitation – Wednesday night 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Graveside Service – 10 a.m. Thursday morning at Duck River Baptist Church.
Survived by: Daughter – Angela Looney (Randy), Grandchildren – David Strickland (Kayla), Hunter Looney (Kayla), Great-Grandchildren –...
Obituary: William “Bill” Edward Bynum, Jr.
William (Bill) Edward Bynum Jr., a resident of Horton Alabama, passed away at the age of 75, on March 30th, 2026, at his home.William, known to most as Bill, was born in Cullman Alabama on April 21st of 1950. Educated at Cullman High School,...
Obituary: Linda Sue Haney
Funeral service for Linda Sue Haney, 69, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Friday, April 3rd, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Bethel Baptist Cemetery in the Blair community, Bro. Johnny Bennefield officiating. The family will receive friends at the...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 1, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 1, 2026. 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
March 30
retail theft of property-2nd degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise;...
Op-Ed: Letter to new moms
One of the most complex things you can do for yourself when becoming a parent is allow yourself to grieve who you were. This has been crucial for me to accept, but it isn’t always easy. I’m so thankful to have other new moms around me I can...
Auburn plays Illinois State Thursday in NIT semifinals at Hinkle Fieldhouse
INDIANAPOLIS – After winning three National Invitation Tournament games in nine days, Auburn appreciates the eight-day layoff between the NIT quarterfinals and Thursday’s semifinal against Illinois State in Indianapolis.
“It’s good to still be playing basketball,” said Auburn coach Steven Pearl, whose team flew to Indiana Tuesday after...
Spring thrift display ideas
Spring is here, and with the warm weather and spring blooms comes the urge to redecorate! Before you take everything from last season to the trash can – reconsider the opportunity. I know craft and more stores promise a “new” opportunity, but know your decorations don’t always have to be what is labeled...
ACES: Alabama farmers face disruptions, economic woes from war in Iran
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Alabama farmers are hurting and now face even tougher economic times, as the war in Iran has increased the price of key agricultural inputs. Now more than ever, it is crucial for farmers to stay engaged with the changing economic landscape and...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for March 31, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 9, Belgreen 1 - Batting: S. Talley 3-4 (HR), 4 RBI Pitching: T. Thompson 7.0 IP, 1 ER, 9 K, W
Cullman 6, Clarksville 4 - Batting: C. Stancil 1-1 (HR), 3 RBI Pitching: M. Shadeck 7.0 IP, 4 ER, 6 K, W
Fairview 11,...
Obituary: Gerald “Hobby” Walker
Gerald “Hobby” Walker, born in Haleyville AL, January 6, 1950, entered into eternal rest on March 29, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving family after a lengthy illness. A devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Hobby lived a life marked by...
Obituary: Larry Joseph Williams
Graveside service for Larry Joseph Williams, 59, of Cullman will be at 2:30 p.m., Monday, April 6th, 2026, at Holly Pond Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Cullman Funeral Home on Monday from 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge...
FAITH: Cullman’s Thomas Norwood talks about his faith and religious influences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman senior Thomas Norwood is very thankful to have a relationship with Jesus Christ, and that has helped him become the person that he is today. He has a certain Bible verse and a favorite song to lean on to help...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 31, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 31, 2026. 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
No incidents reported.
Arrests
March 30
Freeman, Joshua J.; 41
assault-2nd degree
Hanceville Police...
Obituary: Rodney “Darin” House
Rodney "Darin" House of Cullman, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Cullman Regional. He was born May 4, 1967, to Ronald David House, Sr. and Lila House.He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald David House, Sr.; son, Jackson Chase House;...
Obituary: Harold C. Allen
Graveside Service for Harold C. Allen, age 89 of Welti Community, Cullman, AL will be at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Welti Cemetery, Cullman, AL with Bro. Ray Lathem officiating; burial at Welti Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. –...
Obituary: Gail Bailey Chambers
Gail Bailey Chambers, 72, of Cullman passed away Saturday, March 28th, 2026, at CRMC surrounded by her family. She was born February 3, 1954, to Jefferson 'Jeff' Bailey and Shirley May South Bailey; the oldest of eight children.
She enjoyed fishing, gardening, being surrounded by...
Therapeutic Recreation Summer Swim Days at May 24-July 26 at CWAC, WildWater
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) will host Summer Swim Days May 24-July 26 at the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center (CWAC) and WildWater Cullman for participants in the Therapeutic Recreation Program.
Swim days are meant to give back to Therapeutic Recreation participants by offering chances for recreation and family time. Organizers...
Commission on Aging hosts Senior Easter Egg Hunt with local law enforcement
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging held its annual Senior Easter Egg Hunt at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center on March 26, welcoming area seniors, along with law enforcement officers from the Cullman County Sheriff's Office and Cullman Police Department.
Commission on Aging Director Stephanie Lawson said...
Chamber Gala: ‘Cullman is a very, very unique place’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce marked a year of progress, teamwork and impact at its 83rd Annual Meeting & Gala on Thursday, March 26, at Stone Bridge Farms.
Chamber President Joey Orr began the evening by noting that Cullman stands out at both the state and national levels, pointing...
Ollie’s to open Cullman location April 23
CULLMAN, Ala. -Discount retailer Ollie’s Bargain Outlet will open its Cullman location on Thursday, April 23, marking the company’s official entry into the local market.
The store is located off U.S. Highway 31 in the Town Square shopping center, occupying the former Goody’s space.
Ollie’s announced the opening on social media,...
United Way Crawfish Boil raises funds for local organizations
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County Young Professionals hosted their popular Crawfish Boil at Hank’s Sports Bar & Rumors Deli Friday, March 27, featuring great food and fundraising.
The Crawfish Boil is one of the group’s largest annual fundraisers, supporting United Way’s 18 partner agencies serving Cullman and Winston counties.
Resource Development...
PREP BASEBALL: Bulldog bats get hot; Lake impressive as Addison takes down Dora, 12-2
DORA, Ala. - Looking to bounce back from a tough 13-11 loss to Hubbertville last Saturday, the Addison Bulldogs traveled to Dora to take on another team of Bulldogs. After a competitive first inning, Addison had completely taken control of the game by the...
COLUMN: Hola! Coma estas? Todo bien aqui!
What? Well, that’s how they said it where Jean and I recently spent a little more than a week. The translation in my native Southern English would be something like, “Hey! How y’all doing? Everything’s good here!” However you say it, everything was good…really...
Files from Yesteryear: March 28, 1957
From the files of March 28, 1957
Back - a - Bit
From the Tribune Files of 1917 & 1937
40 YEARS AGO
Fred Hurston, manager of Southern Cotton Oil Co., was in South Alabama last week to purchase a car load of seed peanuts for farmers here...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 30, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 30, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 26
domestic violence; CR 420
criminal mischief; CR 437
harassment; Lions Park Rd.
harassing communications; Hwy. 157
home repair...
Obituary: Jeanette Evelyn Holcomb
Jeanette Evelyn Holcomb, 90, of Baileyton, Alabama, was born November 3, 1935, in Cullman County, Alabama, and passed away March 27, 2026. Jeanette will be remembered as a devoted, faithful, talented, and spirited woman whose life reflected steady love for family, quiet strength, and...
Obituary: Junior Lawayne Martin
Junior Lawayne Martin (Buddy) was born on November 14, 1964. He left this world peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on March 27, 2026, at 12:30 p.m.Buddy was proceeded in death by his Parents Sam Martin and Myrtis Jimmerson Martin. Brothers...
Miley joins Cullman CASA team
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) recently welcomed Alyson Miley as an advocate and case manager.
“Having another person on the CASA team will help advocate for more children by allowing for better volunteer recruitment, public awareness and having someone with diversified experiences,” CASA...
Marsh, Holcombe named CCBOE/AmFirst February Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently named Destiny Marsh and Abbey Holcombe February Employees of the Month. Teacher of the Month: Destiny Marsh, Kindergarten, Vinemont Elementary School
Destiny Marsh is a Kindergarten teacher at Vinemont Elementary School.
"Destiny is a dedicated and passionate new teacher who puts her heart and soul into everything...
$1.3M state grant supports Walter Water Authority improvements
WALTER, Ala. - A $1.3 million state grant awarded to Walter Water Authority will support system upgrades while helping keep water rates lower for customers in the Walter area.
According to information shared by Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, the funding was secured through the Alabama...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview secures second straight Cullman County Tournament title with 8-5 win over Good Hope
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Saturday afternoon at Hanceville High, defending County Tournament champion Fairview met with Good Hope in the title game. It promised to be an exciting one, with both teams winning in blowout fashion in their semifinal matchups.
The Aggies jumped out...
Obituary: Elizabeth Ann Bolte
Funeral Service for Elizabeth Ann Bolte, age 74 of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Stone Bridge Farms; burial at Welti Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Stone Bridge Farms. Cullman...
Obituary: John Paul Hanvey
Funeral Service for John Paul Hanvey, age 83 of Eva, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Richard Saylor officiating; burial at Daniel's Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Thursday,...
PREP BASEBALL: Good Hope wins in dominant fashion, taking West Point down 23-6 to move onto the County Tournament championship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - One spot in the county championship game was already filled by Fairview by virtue of a shutout win over Cold Springs to start out the final day of the tournament. The other semifinal game featured (2) West Point and (3) Good...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview’s offense explosive as they down Cold Springs 13-0, move on to the Cullman Co. Tournament championship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In the first semifinal matchup of the Cullman County Baseball Tournament on Saturday, the Fairview Aggies, who got a first-round bye, took on the Cold Springs Eagles. The Aggies got out to a hot start, and added to their lead every...
Local Easter Egg Hunts and events
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March 28
Crane Hill Easter Egg Hunt
Time: Noon
Location: Dowling Park
Details: Families can enjoy a classic egg hunt followed by lunch at Mt. Hope Baptist Church, making it a full afternoon of community fun.
Cost: Free
Redemption Church Easter...
Life of service: Tim Scott honored with Lucille Galin Public Service Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - When the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce gathered Thursday, March 26, for its annual gala, one of the evening’s highest honors was presented in memory of a man whose work, character and quiet leadership helped shape Cullman for generations.
On his behalf, the family of James...
West Point named Grand Champion in Cullman County High School Math Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County’s top high school math students recently competed in the Cullman County High School Math Tournament, showcasing their knowledge and problem-solving abilities across three divisions: Geometry, Algebra II and Comprehensive.
At the conclusion of the competition, West Point High School was named Grand Champion, delivering exceptional performances across all...
Local youth exhibit award-winning animals at State Livestock Expo
Roots revisited: Junior livestock competitors return to Garrett Coliseum
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Nostalgia, intensity and grandeur filled the ring at the 2026 Junior Livestock Exposition (JLE) in Montgomery, March 16–18 as competitors stepped into new-to-them arenas to exhibit finely fitted animals.
Before rodeo athletes kicked up dust during the Southeastern Livestock Exposition...
PREP BASEBALL: Hot start at the plate leads Good Hope to an 11-1 win over Holly Pond in the Cullman Co. Baseball Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In the nightcap of day one of the Cullman County Baseball Tournament, Good Hope took on the Holly Pond Broncos. After jolting out to an early lead, the Raiders ran away with the game, eventually taking an 11-1 victory to move...
PREP BASEBALL: Balanced hitting and strong pitching by Chasteen lead Cold Springs to a 9-4 win over Vinemont in game two of Cullman Co. Baseball Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Day One of the 2026 Cullman County Baseball Tournament got underway on Friday afternoon, and in the second game of the day, (4) Vinemont took on (5) Cold Springs. In their first and only meeting so far, Vinemont knocked off Cold Springs,...
2 arrested in Baileyton after stolen trailer recovered, drugs seized
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Two Baileyton men were arrested following the recovery of stolen property and the alleged discovery of drugs during the execution of a search warrant, according to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office.
The investigation began after a utility trailer and a boat were...
