Attorney General Steve Marshall wins nationwide injunction against Biden’s healthcare-worker vaccine mandate
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall announced a court victory against President Biden’s healthcare-worker vaccine mandate as a federal court granted his motion to block...
AMEA honors Governor Ivey with Excellence in Leadership Award
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Municipal Electric Authority (AMEA) has awarded Governor Kay Ivey with the Excellence in Leadership Award for her unwavering commitment...
Cullman Community Band gears up for their Christmas Concert
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Band has announced that their Christmas Concert will be held on Monday, December 6, at the Cullman High...
Pet of the Week: Plan a playdate with Lil Tootsie!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Lil Tootsie is a 1-1.5-year-old Doxie mix....
Curt’s Closet adds Wallace State as drop-off location
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Curt's Closet, a non-profit organization located at 1101 3rd Ave SE, has over 20 drop off locations in Cullman and has...
Snead’s Farmhouse hosting book tour event this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - Judy Snead of Snead's Farmhouse and Deitra Deal will be doing a reading of their new children’s book, “It Takes Two...
PREP BASKETBALL: Warriors, Lady Warriors fall to Deshler at home
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors returned home to host Deshler for a pair of varsity matchups Monday night,...
Obituary: Mary Day Burns
Mary Day Burns passed away on November 29, 2021. Mary was born in Cullman County in 1937 to John and Jura Day, who preceded...
Obituary: Russell W. “Rusty” Morrow (Updated)
Russell W. “Rusty” Morrow, 62, beloved husband, father, grandfather, bible teacher and friend,Rusty transitioned into eternal life with his heavenly father on Sunday, November...
Obituary: Matthew Hester Lancaster
Funeral service for Matthew Hester Lancaster, 30, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Anna Louise Lione
Funeral services for Anna Louise Lione, of Tuscaloosa will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 30 at Sacred Heart Church in Cullman. The rosary will...
Obituary: Darrel Wayne Chandler
Darrel Wayne Chandler, age 75, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, November 27, 2021. Darrel was born January 15, 1946 in Cullman, Alabama...
Multiple arrested in unrelated drug charges
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrested a local man for 13 drug and theft warrants on Sunday, November 21.
Deputies from...
Arrests and incidents reported November 29, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 29, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Jerry Franklin Dingler
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Jerry Franklin Dingler, 74, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Dingler passed...
Falkville man arrested on sexual abuse for a Grand Jury indictment
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrested a local man on sexual abuse charges on Tuesday, November 23.
Arnold Douglas Naramore, 78, of...
Mayor proclaims November ‘Home Health Care and Hospice Month’ in Cullman
Cullman, Ala. - On Wednesday, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the month of November “Home Health Care and Hospice Month” in Cullman, urging citizens...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1936 and 1900
From the files of 1936:
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Todd, of Hanceville, visited Beech Grove relatives on Sunday.
Mrs. Race Lowery spent Sunday with her parents,...
Obituary: Melissa Diane Gothard
Melissa Diane Gothard, of Holly Pond, Alabama, peacefully entered the arms of her Heavenly Father on the morning of November 26, 2021, at the...
Obituary: Jay W Aycox Jr.
Jay W Aycox Jr., age 88, of Pell City, Alabama passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021. Jay was born January 9, 1933 in...
Obituary: Sue Waid Nix
Sue Waid Nix, age 72, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021. Sue was born July 13, 1949 in Houston, Alabama...
Wreaths Across America Wreath Laying Ceremony set for Dec. 18
MONTEVALLO, Ala. - The Support Committee for the Alabama National Cemetery is holding their 13th Annual Wreaths Across America Wreath Laying Ceremony at Alabama...
Pet of the Week: Go exploring with Vera!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Vera is a 1-1.5-year-old hound/terrier/Cur mix. She...
Jones Chapel Fire Department receives biggest ever grant from FEMA
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Fire Department recently received three different grants from FEMA’S Assistance to Firefighters Grants, the Cullman County Community Development...
New Good Hope bridge dedicated to Glenda Sapp Doss
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – On Wednesday, the new Glenda Sapp Doss Bridge on Doss Road in Good Hope was dedicated to Jack Doss’ late...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview’s historic playoff run ends with 47-17 loss at No. 2 Pleasant Grove
PLEASANT GROVE, Ala. – Fairview’s season continued in Pleasant Grove Friday night when the Aggies hit the field to take on the second-ranked Spartans...
Obituary: Tim Pierce
Tim Pierce, 57, of Hillsboro, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at the Russellville Hospital.
Tim was born on November 15, 1964 in Haleyville,...
Obituary: Leonel De Leon Huerta
Leonel De Leon Huerta, age 34, of Baileyton, Alabama passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021. Leonel was born March 10, 1987.
A visitation for...
Obituary: Tennia Federer Isley
Memorial service for Tennia Federer Isley, 63, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with...
Obituary: Bonnie O’Neal Fullilove
Funeral service for Bonnie O’Neal Fullilove, age 86, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, November 29, 2021, at Antioch Baptist Church....
Obituary: Bettina Denise Reeves
Funeral service for Bettina Denise Reeves, age 63, of Somerville, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: James L. Brossow
A celebration of life service for James L. Brossow, formerly of Hanceville will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 1 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel....
Arrests and incidents reported November 26, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 26, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman Forge meets every first Sunday at Peinhardt Living History Farm
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Forge Council is a non-profit organization founded in 1985 by Jim Batson to teach and promote the art of...
Cullman County Commission calls special meeting to discuss insurance agreement
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission called a special meeting Tuesday to discuss their Property and Casualty Insurance agreement. In an earlier November...
Flu season: it’s not too late to get the shot
CULLMAN, Ala. - The CDC states the best time to get a flu shot is from October-September, but the virus usually peaks around February,...
Sacred Heart Church holds annual Turkey Bazaar
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church Knights of Columbus held their annual Turkey Bazaar Saturday evening, awarding parishioner Andy Gravemen...
PREP BASKETBALL: Arab downs Lincoln County 76-64 to win 65th Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Four local squads returned to Felton Easterwood Gymnasium Wednesday for the final day of the 65th annual Holly Pond Thanksgiving...
Obituary: Teresa Carol Murphree
Funeral Service for Teresa Carol Murphree, age 54, of Eva, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Jack Burlin Dye
Jack Burlin Dye, age 75 of Haleyville, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Russellville Hospital.
Mr. Dye was born on September 11, 1946 in...
Winter Wonderland Senior Night returns to Sportsman Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging and Doug Davenport with the Parks and Recreation department are partnering to present the Winter...
Arrests and incidents reported November 24, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 24, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Alabama DHR announces grants for stabilizing childcare workforce
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s childcare workers may be eligible for quarterly bonus payments of up to $1,500 through grants announced today by the Alabama...
SPORTS COLUMN: Finding clarity in the chaos after week 12
Another One Bites The Dust: Another week, another chaotic outcome that's beginning to paint a clear picture. No. 23 Utah ended the first half with...
Attorney General Steve Marshall defends free speech and religious rights of embattled cakebaker Jack Phillips
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed an amicus brief supporting the free speech right of Masterpiece Cakeshop in Colorado to decline to...
Obituary: Pamela Diana Edge Marks
Pamela Diana Edge Marks of Florence Alabama, formerly of Cullman passed away November 19, 2021 at the age of 59. She was born in...
Obituary: Mary Ellen ‘Doodle’ Bates
Funeral service for Mary Ellen ‘Doodle’ Bates, 56, of Cullman will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, November 26, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel...
Obituary: Linda Lee Carr
Linda Lee Carr, age 76, of Newman, GA, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021 at her current residence. She was born July 8,...
Obituary: Crystal Dawn Johnston
Funeral service for Crystal Dawn Johnston, age 42, of Cullman, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Anthony Allen King, Sr.
Anthony Allen King, Sr., 59, of Vinemont, passed away November 22, 2021 at his residence.
He was born July 6, 1962.
Anthony is survived by his...
Obituary: Paul Alton Dockery
Paul Alton Dockery, 72, of Haleyville, entered into rest on Monday, November 22, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Paul was born...
PREP BASKETBALL: Arab, Holly Pond, Fairview collect wins at Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Four local squads were back in action at this year’s Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament Tuesday night after competing on day...
AHSAA SPOTLIGHT: Fairview’s Frost rushes for 5 TDs to lead Aggies to 1st State Playoff Semifinal berth
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Sophomore running back Eli Frost rushed for 264 yards and five touchdowns on 25 carries last week to propel Fairview High...
Voting open for Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce Storefront Christmas Display contest
CULLMAN, Ala. - This holiday season, the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is encouraging member businesses to decorate their storefronts to bring holiday cheer...
Arrests and incidents reported November 23, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 23, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Miss Alabama to compete in Miss USA pageant Nov. 29
TULSA, OK - Miss Alabama, Alexandria Flanigan of Cullman, will be competing in the 70th annual Miss USA pageant to be held on Nov....
Schools countywide participate in Cullman Caring for Kids’ #StompOutHunger food drive
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - “Our mission is that no child will ever be abused, no child will go to bed hungry, no infants will...
PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies ready for semifinal clash at No. 2 Pleasant Grove
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – For the first time in school history, the Fairview Aggies are in the final four of the Class 5A State Playoffs...
Obituary: Wendell Leon Overton (Updated)
Funeral service for Wendell Leon Overton, 81, of Cullman, will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 24, 2021 in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The...
Obituary: Irene Mary Leigeber Hill
Irene Mary Elizabeth Leigeber Hill, age 78, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021. Irene was born April 7, 1943 in...
Obituary: Linda Lacy White
Funeral service for Linda Lacy White, 65, of Vinemont will be Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Jared Lee Lipsey
Jared Lee Lipsey, age 24, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021. Jared was born August 28, 1997 in Cullman, Alabama...
Obituary: Amy D. Puckett-Eudy
Funeral services for Amy D. Puckett-Eudy of Baileyton, Alabama will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will...
Good Hope City Council receives check from Cullman County Industrial Development Authority, approves speed limit sign
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second regularly scheduled meeting of November Monday night and to get things started, the...
Eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots expanded to include for those 18 and older
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has authorized Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna's...
Arrests and incidents reported November 22, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 22, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Veteran Memorial: James Richard Hawk
James Richard Hawk was born November 1, 1948 in Cullman County. He grew up in Hanceville with his parents, Tom D. and Margaret Ella...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball’s season ends at NJCAA National Championship with record of 43-10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s volleyball team had its fantastic season end over the weekend at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) National Championship in...
‘Christmas at the Grotto’ returns with expanded schedule
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Abbey’s Ave Maria Grotto, Cullman’s most popular attraction and one of Alabama’s must-see tourist destinations, will open evenings following...
PREP SWIMMING: 10 CHS swimmers qualify for State Meet
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Cullman High School had 10 swimmers in the field at last weekend’s AHSAA North Sectional Meet at the Huntsville Aquatics Center...
Shipping deadlines to meet while online Christmas shopping
CULLMAN, Ala. - In order for your holiday packages to arrive by Dec. 24, frequently used shipping services have provided their recommended last days...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1936
The Vinemont 4-H Club elected officers at the school on Wednesday. President-Marie Drake, Vice-President- Dorothy Lawrence, Secretary-Daisy Edge, Cheer Leader-Myron Nesmith and Song Leader-Naomi...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison takes 2 from Lindsay Lane Saturday
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the Lindsay Lane Lions for a two-game match and Addison wasn't a very good host. The Lady Dawgs got it...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope sweeps varsity matchups with Susan Moore
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope hosted Susan Moore in Saturday night hoops action and both teams picked up wins in their home openers. The Lady...
Obituary: Robert Dennis Johnson
Robert Dennis Johnson, 68, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed from this life on November 19, 2021 at the Cullman Regional Medical Center. He was born...
Obituary: Leisha Annette Aguero
Leisha Annette Aguero, 58, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Saturday morning, November 20, 2021. She was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on August...
Obituary: Lonnie “Jack” Chandler
Lonnie "Jack" Chandler, age 89, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021. Lonnie was born February 26, 1932 in Cullman County,...
Veteran Memorial: George Kenneth Golden
George Kenneth Golden was born November 22, 1948 in Morgan County. His parents were George T. and Pearl Ruth (Johnson) Golden and the family...
Cullman Master Gardener’s distribute sweet potatoes to non-profit organizations in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex hosted the Cullman County Master Gardener’s meeting Wednesday morning. The Gardeners welcomed Adrienne Standridge, coordinator for the...
Cullman County Commission approves change of nepotism policy
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission, at their Tuesday night meeting, recognized Doug Davenport for his hard work across the parks of Cullman...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison sweeps varsity matchups against Meek
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the Meek Tigers for a pair of varsity matchups Friday and both the Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs collected a...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview downs Parker 44-27, advances to semi-finals for 1st time in school history
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies were back home at Dafford Smith Stadium Friday night after eliminating Russellville on the road last week and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope’s playoff run ends with 35-28 loss to No. 1 Madison Academy
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders were back on the field at James W. Shabel Stadium Friday night and playing in the...
Obituary: Shirley Sue Garner
Shirley Sue Garner, 79, of Cullman passed away on the morning of November 19, 2021 at her home with husband, Larry Garner of 60...
Obituary: Mary Ann Roberson
Mary Ann Roberson, age 92, of Haleyville, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021, at North Alabama Medical Center.
Mrs. Roberson was born on January 6,...
Obituary: James “Jim” Lynnwood Neal
James “Jim” Lynnwood Neal, 60, of Bryan, GA, formerly of Huntsville, AL, entered into rest on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Emory University Hospital...
Obituary: Tom Godbee
Tom Godbee, age 57, of Arley, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021 in Birmingham, Alabama. He was born on September 1, 1964 in...
Arrests and incidents reported November 19, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 19, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Limited Christmas Trees available in Cullman due to national shortage
CULLMAN, Ala. - Due to a national Christmas tree shortage, The American Christmas Tree Association recommends U.S. consumers find their Christmas tree early this...
PREP SOFTBALL: Addison’s Luker signs with Calhoun
ADDISON, Ala. -- It was an exciting day in the life of a young Addison Lady Bulldog as Anna Grace Luker signed her national...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Basketball coach Allen Sharpe reaches 400 career wins; teams sweep Coastal Alabama-North in league opener
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State volleyball’s Wallace State men’s basketball coach Allen Sharpe has achieved 400 career wins.
The Lions registered a 68-52 road victory against Coastal...
Merchants Bank donates golf tournament proceeds to local charities
CULLMAN, Ala. – Merchants Bank held its 28th Annual Charity Classic at Terri Pines in October and invited representatives from several local charities to...
Hartselle based Cedar Grove Farms hosting French Alpine Christmas shopping event
HARTELLE, Ala. - It’s beginning to look a lot like French Alpine Christmas at Cedar Grove Farms, located in Hartselle. The shop and barn...
Commissioner Kerry Watson announces bid for re-election
CULLMAN, Ala. - I proudly announce that I am seeking re-election for Cullman County Commission, District 1. It would be a great honor to...
Tyson Foods Blountsville to hold career fair and food donation event
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. –Tyson Foods is looking to hire 65 new team members to fill various positions at the Blountsville facility and will be holding...
Obituary: Thomas Lee Durden
Thomas Lee Durden, age 70, of Cullman, passed away on November 11, 2021 surrounded by his family. Tommy was born on October 7, 1951...
Obituary: Cecilia Marie Nichols Nordyke
Cecilia Marie Nichols Nordyke, 56, of Addison, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021 at Walker Baptist Medical Center. She was born on October...
Obituary: Travis Bernard ‘Joe’ Nails
Funeral service for Travis Bernard ‘Joe’ Nails, 80, of Vinemont was Friday, November 12, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Ebenezer...
Obituary: Luceil Jane Harris Ryan
Luceil Jane Harris Ryan of Blountsville, Alabama, departed this life on November 17, 2021, at her residence, three weeks before her 99th birthday. Mrs....
Obituary: Vernon Lee Tucker
Vernon Lee Tucker, age 55, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. Vernon was born November 19, 1965 to Betty Joyce...
