Obituary: Melvin Talley
Mr. Melvin Talley, 83, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2019. Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Obituary: Guin Andrews
Guin Andrews, 83, of Addison, entered into rest Sunday, May 5, 2019 at Folsom Health and Rehab in Cullman.
Mr. Andrews was born on Aug....
Check that receipt! Some area stores collecting repealed half-cent tax; corrections underway
See update in video below!
CULLMAN, Ala. - After the Cullman County Commission voted to enact a half cent sales tax increase on March 12,...
Arrests and incidents reported May 6, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 6, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Community Happenings: Monday, May 6
Hanceville Kids’ Fish-O-Rama
4-7 p.m. at Veterans Park in Hanceville; Free and open to all kids old enough to hold a fishing pole.
Cullman City Planning...
Wallace State’s Rotaract Club makes donation for ‘Tame the Hunger’ drive
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Rotaract Club members know what it means to “give back.”Wallace State’s Rotaract Club, the student level of...
Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force: Childhaven striving to keep kids safe, and much more
CULLMAN, Ala. - Childhaven is a nonprofit, Christian children's home that serves abused and neglected teenagers and their families in Alabama. The organization serves...
Arizona’s Dean Rojas wins MLF Bass Pro Tour Stage 5 event on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala.
– The world’s 80 best anglers spent the past week competing on Smith Lake in Major
League Fishing’s (MLF) Bass Pro Tour Stage Five...
Cullman Relay For Life raises more than $14K
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hundreds gathered at the Cullman County Fairgrounds Friday evening for the 2019 Relay For Life event to celebrate cancer survivors, honor...
Teach a Child to Fish Day a hit at Sportsman Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park was full of young anglers Saturday morning for Pond Hopper Nation’s Teach a Child to Fish Day with...
Wiggins, Matt and Jordan Lee eliminated after Saturday’s Knockout Round
CULLMAN, Ala.
– After waiting through a rain delay early Saturday morning, 40 anglers hit
Smith Lake for the knockout round of Major League Fishing’s (MLF)...
Cullman woman killed in I-65 crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman woman was killed early Saturday morning in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 65, 1 mile east of Dodge City.
Christina...
A store with a mission: New King’s Home Thrift Store opens in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The King’s Home Thrift Store held a grand opening celebration in Hanceville Thursday, opening in place of the old Jimmie Hale...
Obituary: Jamie Quinn
Jamie James Lawayne Quinn of Hanceville passed away on May 2, 2019 at the age of 39. He was born Dec. 13, 1979 in...
Obituary: Thomas H. Graves
Mr. Thomas H. Graves, 95, of Hanceville, passed May 2, 2019 in Hanceville, Alabama.
Mr. Graves was born to Vernard and Lou Liettela (Morrow) Graves...
Obituary: Sandra Sue Hildreth Hutchens
Sandra Sue Hildreth Hutchens, 75, of Crane Hill died Thursday, May 2, 2019.
She was the youngest daughter of 10 children.
Sandra is survived by her...
Major League Fishing anglers visit Good Hope Primary
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - On Friday afternoon, Major League Fishing (MLF) anglers in town for MLF Bass Pro Tour Stage Five on Smith Lake...
Share Club of Cullman donates $4,100 to Hospice of Cullman County, Inc.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional’s Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. recently received a donation of $4,100 from the Share Club of Cullman. The contribution...
Seniors enjoy annual Fish-O-Rama in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville’s annual Fish-O-Rama event began Friday morning with the Senior Fish-O-Rama.
Reeling in first place was Willie Pitts with...
Arrests and incidents reported May 3, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 3, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Southern born and Southern bred: WSCC wows with opening of ‘Stars Fell on Alabama’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts on Thursday evening opened “Stars Fell on Alabama,” a joint effort of the community college’s...
Register now for summer programs at the North Alabama Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex offers several programs this summer. Below are a few.
May 4: Farm Kids Club- Attracting Birds to your...
Obituary: Nelta Movalene Bowene
Nelta Movalene Bowen, 83, of Russellville, Alabama entered into rest on May 1, 2019 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Ms. Bowen was...
Obituary: Doris Mae Segars
Memorial services for Mrs. Doris Mae Segars, 75, of Vinemont are Thursday, May 9, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, Rev. Steve...
Obituary: Frances Carolyn Robertson
Frances Carolyn Robertson, 75, was born on March 22, 1944 and passed away on May 1, 2019.
Visitation will be Sunday, May 5 from noon-2...
Obituary: Robert Stephen Flippo
Robert Stephen "Flip" Flippo, 58 of Haleyville, entered into rest Wednesday, May 2, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Robert was born...
Cullman’s Jordan, Matt Lee advance past elimination round into Saturday field
CULLMAN, Ala. – He spent a lot of the day on the water close to the cut line on Thursday but Cullman’s Jordan Lee...
Coffee for Curt: CMS special education class donates $515 to Curt’s Closet
CULLMAN, Ala. - Understanding the importance of giving back to the community, the special education class at Cullman Middle School created a coffee service...
Cullman man charged with trafficking; 1 pound meth, 3 grams heroin seized
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man was arrested Wednesday after members of the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) and investigators and deputies with the...
Arrests and incidents reported May 2, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 2, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Pet of the Week: Meet gentle giant Cedar
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Cedar is a fairly big dog with...
Hanceville Fish-O-Rama events this Friday, Monday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The City of Hanceville will host its annual Fish-O-Rama events this Friday and Monday at Veterans Park. The senior citizen event...
Relay For Life 2019 set for Friday evening
"If you or someone you know has ever had a screening test such as a mammogram, a PSA test, a colonoscopy or have received...
‘It was just an awesome day’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Anglers have been putting up some big numbers on Smith Lake so far this week in the Major League Fishing (MLF)...
Obituary: Everett Campbell
Everett Dormal Campbell of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at the age of 82.
He is preceded in death by his parents:...
Obituary: Euladene York
Memorial Service for Euladene York, 86, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2019, at Westside Baptist Church in Eva...
Obituary: Jean A. Russell
Jean A. Russell passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at her residence. She was born July 9, 1930, to Neal and Annie Lou...
Obituary: Kathie Finley
Kathie Finley, 68, of Blountsville, passed away on April 30, 2019. She was born April 5, 1951, to Luther and Marie Cook Freeman.
Kathie spent...
Obituary: Herman Nail
Herman Nail, 74, of Holly Pond, passed away on April 30, 2019. He was born Jan. 15, 1945, to Leonard and Gussie Mae Bice...
Obituary: Donna Howard
Donna Allan Howard, 62, of Decaturville, Tennessee, passed away on April 28, 2019. She was born Oct. 7, 1956, to Author and Mae Ola...
Obituary: Fritz Moore
Mr. Fritz Moore of Cullman passed away April 30, 2019 at the age of 87. He was born April 20, 1932 to Crawford and...
Shrimp Basket open for business
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Shrimp Basket celebrated its grand opening Wednesday and seafood lovers came out in droves to take part. Located at 716...
Pro anglers show off their wing-eating skills
CULLMAN, Ala. - Anglers in town for the Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour Stage 5 took some time off from the water to...
Arrests and incidents reported May 1, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 1, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
ADPH: Mental Health Awareness Month celebrated in May
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – When you or someone you love is dealing with a mental health concern, it can be an overwhelming feeling. It’s important...
Wallace State students win record 71 medals at state SkillsUSA competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s students continue to set new records at the state SkillsUSA competition.
Wallace State had a record-high 71 individuals earn a...
Obituary: Shad Allen Spencer
Shad Allen Spencer, 47, was born on Sept. 19, 1971 and passed away on April 30, 2019.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Obituary: Jonathan Garrett Pigg
Jonathan Garrett Pigg, 34, of Addison, entered into rest on Monday, April 29, 2019 at his residence.
Jonathan was born on June 13, 1984 in...
Cullman High ranked no. 14 in state in U.S. News 2019 Best High Schools rankings
CULLMAN, Ala. - U.S. News and World Report on Tuesday released its 2019 Best High Schools rankings. Cullman High School is ranked number 14...
MLF Bass Pro Tour Stage 5 on Smith Lake officially underway
CULLMAN, Ala.
– Stage Five of the 2019 Major League Fishing Bass Tour officially kicked off early
Tuesday morning and Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs threw out...
Arrests and incidents reported April 30, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 30, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Wallace State presents ‘Stars Fell on Alabama’ this week
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - This Thursday through Saturday, Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts will present “Stars Fell on Alabama,” a joint production of the...
Irlene Mandrell wows at Welcome Back Hanceville concert
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A great crowd came out Saturday to enjoy the Welcome Back Hanceville concert featuring Irlene Mandrell and other guests. The weather...
Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Rose to speak at CCSO Citizens’ Academy graduation tonight
CULLMAN, Ala. - Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, U.S. Army Capt. Gary Michael “Mike” Rose will be the special guest speaker at tonight’s Cullman...
Holly Pond Key Club raising funds for Children’s of Alabama, challenging removal of ‘God’ from club pledge
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Key Club of Holly Pond High School (HPHS) is working to remember its founder and longtime sponsor Bob Palys...
United Way Crawfish Boil sees record-breaking crowd
CULLMAN, Ala. - The crawfish were fresh and the weather was perfect for the United Way of Cullman County’s (UWCC) Crawfish Boil Saturday at...
Arrests and incidents reported April 29, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 29, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
West Point man charged with rape
WEST POINT, Ala. - A West Point man has been charged with second-degree rape. Nathan Ryan Evans, 31, was arrested Friday, April 26.
According to...
Obituary: William Alexander Corey
William Alexander Corey, 67 of Arley, formerly of Rhode Island, entered into rest on April 28, 2019 at his home.
He was born on Nov....
Obituary: Patricia (Pat) Scott Johnson
Patricia (Pat) Scott Johnson, 68, of Southside (Gadsden) passed away Saturday afternoon, April 27, 2019. She was born in Cullman County to John Rayford...
Busy Bee celebrates 100 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, the 100th anniversary celebration of the Busy Bee was officially supposed to start at 2 p.m., but diners and...
2019 Strawberry Festival sees record attendance
CULLMAN, Ala. - This year’s Cullman Strawberry Festival not only marked the 80th anniversary of the event, but will also likely turn out to...
Wallace State Community College named safest campus in Alabama
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College in Hanceville has been named the safest college campus in Alabama, according to a study released this week.
The Your...
Local anglers Wiggins, Arnold finish strong at Basspro.com Central Open at Smith Lake
JASPER, Ala.
– The 2019 Basspro.com Central Open at Smith Lake came to a close Saturday and
a pair of Cullman natives were in the mix...
Obituary: Michael Dennis Naler
Michael Dennis Naler, 55, of Cullman, passed away April 26, 2019 at his residence. He was born Sept. 26, 1962 to parents Dennis and...
Obituary: Wayne Milton Heaton
Wayne Milton Heaton, 67, of Cullman passed away on Friday, April 26, 2019.
Wayne was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He loved spending time...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Meet roly-poly Pugsley
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has extra animal friends this week, so volunteer Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet...
Hundreds enjoy annual Strawberry Festival Senior Shindig
CULLMAN, Ala. - The always popular Strawberry Festival Senior Shindig filled the Festhalle Friday as seniors from near and far came out for juicy...
Wallace State hosts 5th annual Harvest-to-Home Dinner for North Alabama Agriplex
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Thursday evening, Wallace State Community College (WSCC) hosted the fifth annual North Alabama Agriplex Harvest-to-Home dinner. The fundraising event featured...
Cash in for a Cure! Cullman Relay For Life features drawings for fun prizes
CULLMAN, Ala. - At last year’s Relay For Life event, Elena Caudle’s relay team hosted a fundraising drawing for prizes, and the success of...
‘We are the guardians of acceptance and inclusion’: Community Torch Run kicks of this year’s Cullman Area Special Needs Track & Field Day
CULLMAN, Ala. - Community leaders and members of the Cullman community gathered at the courthouse steps Friday morning as the torch was lit for...
Crane Hill homeschool student finalist for $10K national memory championship
CRANE HILL, Ala. - A Crane Hill sixth-grader will embark this weekend on a voyage to become a national memory champion and earn a...
Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities event
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce on Friday presented its annual State of Our Communities event, featuring guest speakers: Cullman City...
Obituary: Myles Lathon Knight
Myles Lathon Knight, 70, was born on Feb. 7, 1949 and passed away on April 25, 2019. There will be a graveside service at...
Obituary: Rita Rae Crick
Rita Rae Crick, 85, of Hanceville passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2019.
She was born on April 18, 1934 in Indiana to Raymond “Ray”...
Obituary: Heath Wade Towers
Funeral services for Heath Wade Towers, 34, of Huntsville, will be at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman...
Obituary: Anthony Taylor Yates
Services for Anthony Taylor Yates, 59, will be held at a later date. Mr. Yates passed away Thursday, April 25, 2019, at his residence.
He...
Obituary: Audra Mae Posey Rice
Audra Mae Posey Rice joined her loving husband, Clyde Rice Sr., in the presence of the Lord on April 25, 2019. She was born...
Obituary: Carl Robertson
Funeral services for Carl Robertson, 91, of Hanceville will be Saturday April 27, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation was...
Arrests and incidents reported April 26, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 26, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Hanceville approves pay increase for mayor, council; City preparing for Welcome Back Hanceville concert Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council Thursday night set new, higher salaries for the mayor and city council members for the first time...
CPD: Missing Cullman man’s truck located near New Orleans under ‘suspicious’ circumstances
CULLMAN, Ala. - The New Orleans Police Department is now involved in the case of a missing Cullman man. Charles Steven Smith, Jr., 42,...
West Point production of ‘Newsies’ opens; public shows Friday-Sunday
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - On Thursday morning, West Point High School Theatre opened the first in-school performance of Disney’s “Newsies” at Fairview High School’s auditorium....
Cullman Savings Bank Foundation awards Wallace State scholarships to 19 area students
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Thursday, the Cullman Savings Bank Foundation, in partnership with the Wallace State Future Foundation, honored 19 county high school students...
Philanthropic foundation formed to help Alabama State Parks reach potential
PELHAM, Ala. – The Alabama State Parks Foundation was introduced at Oak Mountain State Park Thursday, promising to work to raise money for all...
Obituary: Hubert Lee Scott
Funeral Service for Hubert Lee Scott, 88, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with...
Obituary: Raymond William Cochran
Graveside services for Raymond William Cochran, 94, of Panama City Beach, Florida, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at Shady...
Arrests and incidents reported April 25, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on April 25, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
Cullman’s Axel Ward collects more hardware at California Classic
PALA, Calif. – Cullman native Axel Ward, 6, is making a name for himself on the national motocross scene. The son of Chad and...
Repeat champions: Goat Island wins March Madness beer championship for 2nd year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two years, two beers: that’s the story. Goat Island Brewing (GIB) now has back-to-back wins at the Alabama Craft Beer March...
Strawberries and sunshine: Strawberry Festival this Saturday; Senior Shindig Friday morning
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s Strawberry Festival time in Cullman! This year marks the 80th anniversary of the popular event, which started in 1939. The...
Community Torch Run and Cullman Area Special Needs Track and Field Day Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Communities in and around Cullman County and the city of Cullman will host a Torch Run to kick of the annual...
Pilot Club celebrates Alabama Bicentennial at 27th annual fashion show
CULLMAN, Ala. - A huge crowd came out Wednesday afternoon for the Pilot Club of Cullman’s “Stars Fell on Alabama” 27th Annual Fashion Show...
Head Start, Kindergarten registration happening now
CULLMAN, Ala. - Head Start and Kindergarten registration is happening now for 2019-2020 school year. Here’s what you need to know.
Cullman City Primary School...
Obituary: George Jacobs
Funeral services for George Jacobs, 86, of Logan, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Emeus Baptist Church with Adam...
Obituary: Timothy Shane Puckett
Timothy Shane Puckett, 47, of Vinemont died Tuesday, April 23, 2019.
Timmy served his community in the Cullman County Sheriff’s department. He was a member...
ADPH: Person with measles likely exposed other people during 2 stops in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On April 23, the Tennessee Department of Health reported to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) that an individual with...
Arrests and incidents reported on April 24, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on April 24, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
CATA Building Construction students bring home state honors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two student teams from the Building Construction program at the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) last week brought home honors from...
Pet of the Week: Need to unwind? Meet Rufus!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Rufus is a mixed hound who may...
