Obituary: Dennis Marshal Jones
Dennis Marshall Jones, age 64, of Valley Grande, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Dennis was born November 24, 1957, in Selma,...
Obituary: Jean Whaley Lollar
Jean Whaley Lollar, 91, made her final journey home on July 26, 2022. She was born on October 15, 1930, to William Otto and...
Obituary: Dorothy Allen Widner Legg
Dorothy Allen Widner Legg, 90, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on July 27, 2022, in Cullman, Alabama. She was born in Etowah County, Alabama,...
Obituary: Edna May Boyd
Edna May (Hamilton) Boyd, a loving wife and mother, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at the age of 86 from complications related...
Obituary: Ann Warren
Curtis Ann Warren, age 85 of Arley, passed away July 28, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born September...
Covington Casket Company distribution center coming to Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council on Thursday evening announced that Covington Casket Company will be bringing a distribution center to Hanceville. The...
21 students graduate WSCC Dental Assisting program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Dental Assisting program recognized 21 students who successfully completed the one-year program, earning an Associate in Applied...
Arrests and incidents reported July 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 28, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Bright, shiny and new’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional on Tuesday held a brief ribbon cutting for its updated emergency department. The $9.5 million expansion, which increased the...
Reception for Mother Mary Rose, LIHM July 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sacred Heart of Jesus Church will hold a reception/covered dish dinner in the Family Life Center following the 5:30 p.m. Mass...
‘Keeping our children safe will continue to be our No. 1 priority’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) hosted a law enforcement safety event at Desperation Church Tuesday, just a couple of weeks...
Woman allegedly bites gas station clerk
HOLLY POND, Ala. - A woman allegedly involved in an altercation with a Marathon gas station clerk Sunday night just before 10 p.m. was...
Obituary: David Jearld Tarwater
David Jearld Tarwater, age 82, of Sumiton, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2022. He was born Wednesday, July 10, 1940, to Guston Fowell...
Obituary: Imogene Knop Hopper
Funeral Service for Imogene Knop Hopper, age 92, of Eva, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 28, 2022, at Bethel United Methodist...
Obituary: David Edward Faulkner
David Edward Faulkner, age 73, of Falkville, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at his residence. He was born April 20, 1949, in...
Obituary: Juan Lloyd Medina Sr.
Juan Lloyd Medina Sr., age 80, of Logan, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Juan was born March 3, 1942.
Mid-week arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - Drug use, assaults, probation violations and grand jury indictments kept the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) busy the past several days.
Thursday,...
Congressional Baseball Game to be broadcast nationally July 28
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Mo Brooks on Wednesday announced he will start at first base for the Republicans in the Thursday, July 28, Congressional...
Cullman’s Carter Early, 7, punches ticket to Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seven-year-old Carter Early has been on the “Road to Loretta’s” since February, his mother Candi Hollis told The Tribune.
The West Elementary...
Arrests and incidents reported July 27
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 27, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Carson Owens named Wallace State Lions head softball coach
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State Community College alumnus and softball assistant coach Carson Owens has been appointed head coach of the Wallace State softball team, President...
Growing needs: City debuts plans for new multi-sports and events center
CULLMAN, Ala. –The City of Cullman on Wednesday introduced plans for its new 130,000-square-foot multi-sports and events center on Field of Miracles Drive. With an...
Eckenrod Ford hosts free car show for local car enthusiasts
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Eckenrod Ford dealership along Alabama Highway 157 held a “car enthusiasts” car show Sunday evening. The lot was blocked off so...
Berlin celebrates ‘Sweet Grown Alabama Day’
BERLIN, Ala. - As a celebration of locally grown products and farmers’ markets, statewide nonprofit Sweet Grown Alabama hosted “Sweet Grown Alabama Day” Saturday,...
Obituary: William Boyd Evans
William Boyd (Bill) Evans, Cullman and Woodville Al passed away Monday, July 25th, 2022, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was surrounded by family...
Obituary: Dale Elebert Lewis
A graveside service for Dale Elebert Lewis of Hanceville, Alabama will be 4:00 P.M. Saturday, July 30th at Arkadelphia Cemetery in Arkadelphia.
Mr. Lewis was...
Obituary: Melvin Hammond III
Funeral services for Melvin Hammond III will be 12:00 P.M. Saturday, July 30th at Fairview Baptist Church in Colony, Alabama. Burial will follow at...
Obituary: Ronald Monroe Henry
Ronald Henry, 73, of Cullman, passed away at his residence on Saturday, July 23, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents: Millard...
Obituary: Arthur Junior Oden
Funeral Service for Arthur Junior Oden, age 64, of Vinemont, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 28, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Carlie James Hann
Visitation for Carlie James Hann, age 82 of Cullman, will be from 2:00-3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 29, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home....
Obituary: Gerald Lee Bredeson
Gerald Lee Bredeson, age 83, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2022. Gerald was born January 26, 1939, in Willmar, MN...
Parents and guardians reminded that childhood vaccinations are required
MONTGOMERY, Ala.- Now is the time to make sure your children are up to date on their vaccines before the start of school. Getting...
City recognizes outstanding citizen – City Garage’s Rod Cook honored by Cullman City Council
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Council President Pro Tem Johnny Cook had proud news about a City employee at Monday’s council meeting. City Garage...
Arrests and incidents reported July 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 26, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
DA-Elect Crocker announces transition team
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County District Attorney Elect Champ Crocker on Tuesday announced the formation of his transition team.
Below is Crocker’s announcement, in full:
Today...
‘Be kind to people’: Reagan Aaron remembers her playing days at Meek
ARLEY, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former Meek basketball and softball player, Reagan Aaron. Reagan made plenty of memories both on...
‘We Got the Beat’
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Bronco Band finished its two-week fundamentals camp Friday and will start perfecting its halftime performance this week....
See ‘Peter and the Wolf’ July 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - "Peter and the Wolf" is a fun, brief story ballet for all ages. In fact, in the Friday, July 29, one-night-only...
Magnificent artwork and superior hospitality
CULLMAN, Ala. – Leldon Maxcy opened the doors of his specialty gift shop to local art aficionados Friday night and introduced several artists who...
Obituary: Linda Gail White
Linda Gail White, 76, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022, in Birmingham, Alabama. She was born on February 15,...
Obituary: Ralph Frederick Kreps Jr.
Ralph Frederick Kreps Jr., age 69, of Vinemont passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at Cullman Regional. He was born March 6, 1953,...
2nd Ave. NE expected to reopen to traffic in matter of weeks
CULLMAN, Ala. - After many months of rerouted traffic, the portion of Second Avenue NE that runs along Depot Park and in front of...
Good Hope’s City Council renames portion of Calvert Road to James Calvert Road
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second July meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved a resolution...
Arrests and incidents reported July 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Good Hope Raider Band kicks off fall prep with new director
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope Raider Band is under new direction this year. Joshua Anderson, who graduated in May from Jacksonville State...
Big screen, popcorn and auditorium of eager elders – Cullman County Commission on Aging holds first senior movie day
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman area golden agers, with fresh popcorn in hand, chattered with anticipation before viewing “Big Fish” at Daystar Church Thursday. All...
Obituary: Wanda Neal Smith
Wanda Neal Smith, of Blountsville, Alabama, passed away on July 23, 2022, at the age of 98. She was born in Blountsville, Alabama, on...
4 local UA students participate in summer 2022 Cooperative Education Program
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - This summer, 165 University of Alabama students are receiving hands-on, innovative and advanced educational experiences with dozens of companies and organizations...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1937 and 1954
From the files of 1937:
Miss Jeanette Green returned Wednesday from Roswell, New Mexico, where she has been since January. Her many friends are glad...
‘Keep God above everything else’: Nikki Tyree remembers her West Point years
WEST POINT, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to former West Point softball standout, Nikki Tyree. Nikki had a lot of memories from...
Library celebrating Harry Potter’s birthday July 29
Birthday Party Friday, July 29, at 10 a.m. for all book lovers. The party was first held in 2019 and not held again until...
Cullman Florist spreads smiles, bouquets
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Florist on Wednesday packed its vans full of more than 400 smiling mugs of vibrant plants, along with staff members...
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – A big crowd of local family members, friends, former players, teammates and coaches gathered at Stone Bridge Farms Saturday night to...
Plane lands on Smith Lake near Crane Creek
CULLMAN COUNTY – On Saturday, July 23, Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division responded to marine-related incident involving a small...
Obituary: Mary Elizabeth McConatha
Mary Elizabeth McConatha, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, July 22, 2022.
A memorial service for Mary will be held Saturday, July 30, 2022,...
Two taken to area hospitals following ATV accident at Stony Lonesome
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to Cullman County Sheriff's Office Director of Communications Deputy Chad Whaley, “There was an ATV accident at the park. We...
‘Happiness on a stick’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jay and Kristy Keiffer, owners of Frios Gourmet Pops in Cullman, opened their franchise at 112 Clark St. NE in 2019....
Dog attacks police officer; Hanceville woman arrested
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A police officer was injured, and a Hanceville woman arrested after her dog attacked the officer.
Officers with the Hanceville Police Department...
Waiting is the hardest part – Sen. Garlan Gudger, Cullman County Commission make case for additional manpower at Cullman Driver License Examiners Office
CULLMAN, Ala. - The dread that fills the hearts of most residents as they trudge down the stairwell to the Driver License Examiners Office...
Cullman Regional recognized nationally for quality care
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional’s continuous improvement initiatives have earned attention and awards from national institutions such as U.S. News & World Report and...
West Point Warrior Band welcomes 43 rookies
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point High School Warrior Band kicked off band camp recently to get ready for the upcoming fall marching...
Holly Pond firefighters hosting ‘Day in the Park’ July 30
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Volunteer Fire Department and the Town of Holly Pond will host the inaugural Day in the Park...
Obituary: Kathy Denise Nichols
Kathy Denise Nichols, 70 of Danville, entered into rest on Friday, July 22, 2022, at Summerford Nursing Home.
Kathy was born on July 11, 1952,...
Obituary: Joyce Wyvon Cavender
Joyce Wyvon Cavender, age 81 of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022, at her residence.
Joyce was born on October 22, 1940, in...
Obituary: Betty Jo Strickland
Funeral services for Betty Jo Strickland of Hanceville will be 1:00 P.M. Monday, July 25th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the...
Secretary of State’s Office updates PAC filing guidelines
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - In recent months, the Secretary of State’s Office has received several questions relating to the campaign finance reporting requirements for federal...
Guide to Alabama’s venomous snakes
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Summertime is in full throttle, and outdoor enthusiasts are being extra cautious because of snakes. Most native Alabama snake species...
Arrests and incidents reported July 22
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest opens Aug. 2
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest will begin accepting entries Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022. This year’s contest is a joint project...
Local Troy University students study abroad
TROY, Ala. - More than 175 Troy University students studied around the world during the spring and summer semesters in 2022. Students studied in...
‘Every game matters’: Good Hope’s Addie Stripling ready for senior season
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The 2021 season was a special one for the Good Hope Lady Raider volleyball. Good Hope put together a run...
‘We’ve got to go back to what small communities used to be’
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont Schools will host their annual back-to-school event, the second annual Freedom Fest, on school grounds Friday, Aug. 5 from 5-8...
Alabama DHR increases bonuses for childcare workers
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) announced plans Monday to double the bonuses that childcare workers can receive from Child...
CCSO drug roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) made multiple drug-related arrests this week in unrelated incidents across the county.
On July 18, deputies...
Obituary: Flora B. Conarty
Funeral service for Flora B. Conarty, 96, of Cullman will be at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 23rd, 2022, at Center Grove Baptist Church with...
Obituary: R.B. Waldrop
R.B. Waldrop, age 97 of Lynn, passed away at his residence on July 20, 2022.
R.B. was born on February 9, 1925, in Winston County,...
Obituary: David Leon Dempsey
David Leon Dempsey, 50 of Double Springs, entered into rest on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.
David was born on July...
Obituary: Robert Preston Calvert
A graveside service for Robert “Robbie” Preston Calvert will be 3:00 P.M. Monday, July 25th at Bethany Cemetery in Crane Hill, Alabama. Reverend Josh...
Obituary: Jeanell Tubbs Raney
Funeral Service for Jeanell Tubbs Raney, age 85, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 24, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Janet Marie Mann McKelvy
Janet Marie Mann McKelvy, age 72, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Janet was born April 28, 1950, in Cullman,...
Arrests and incidents reported July 21
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 21, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Holly Pond seniors getting creative
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond High School seniors have something special planned before the beginning of the school year. Aug. 1-2, they will...
WSCC ATHLETICS: 2 teams, 42 student-athletes recognized for NJCAA academic achievements
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – A pair of Wallace State Community College teams and 42 student-athletes have earned National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) academic recognition for the...
Children’s production of ‘Junie B. Jones the Musical Jr.’ set for this fall
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Community Theatre will stage a production of “Junie B. Jones the Musical Jr.” in September, and the group is holding...
Rock the South 2022 update
CULLMAN, Ala. - Shane Quick, founder of Cullman’s premier music event Rock the South (RTS), has lived and learned with each of the festival’s...
County schools open houses set for Aug. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette announced at the last meeting of the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) that...
Obituary: Raven Nicole Wall Burks
Raven Nicole Wall Burks, 34, of Cullman passed from this life on July 19, 2022, at her residence in Cullman. She was born November...
Obituary: Dorothy Marie Yarbrough
Dorothy Marie Yarbrough, of Blountsville, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday morning, July 20, 2022, at the age of 86. Mrs. Yarbrough was born in...
Obituary: Norman “Terk” Eugene Browder
Norman "Terk" Eugene Browder, age 65, of Cullman, passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at UAB Palliative Care. He was born Sunday, July...
Smith steps down as Chamber President
The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce has had unprecedented growth and success over the last three years under the leadership of Peggy Smith. Over...
‘Always be a good role model’: Vinemont’s Berkley Gable preparing for senior season
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Lady Eagles fielded young softball and basketball teams last season and after dealing with some growing pains, one Lady...
Tips for severe weather prep
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabamians are no strangers to severe weather. Still, it helps to remind oneself of the basics of storm preparation once in...
Arrests and incidents reported July 20
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 20, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Christmas in July: Elks Lodge, Jack Aces team up for annual toy run
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Elks Lodge teamed up with the Jack Aces motorcycle club once again to host the groups’ annual Christmas in...
‘Play with every piece of your heart’: Kaitlyn Benson looks back on her Aggie years
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview softball player Kaitlyn Benson. Kaitlyn made a lot of special memories in her Aggie...
2 arrested in separate, drug-related incidents
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two local residents were arrested in separate, drug-related incidents recently.
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested a Cullman woman on multiple charges...
Handmade craftsmanship on display
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Flat Rock Church on Sunday, July 31 will host a special quilt show, showcasing the work of 92-year-old Bertha Mae...
Hanceville City Council honors Joshua Foran for life well lived
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at its last meeting celebrated resident Josh Foran for a job well done. Mayor Kenneth Nail issued...
Obituary: Steven Eugene Kent
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Steven Eugene Kent, 52, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Kent passed...
Obituary: Elsie H. Brewer
Elsie H. Brewer, age 81 of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at North Alabama Medical Center.
Elsie was born on June 24,...
