Truck rolls over man at Hwys. 31 & 278; victim airlifted to area hospital
Updated 4-30-18 1:45 p.m.
CULLMAN - An elderly man was airlifted to an area hospital following an incident at the intersection of US Highway 278 and US Highway 31 at approximately 12: 30 p.m. Monday.
"Originally it came in as a pedestrian hit by a vehicle,"...
Child victim in Sunday camper fire ID’d
SIMCOE - The child who died in a camper fire in Simcoe Sunday morning has been identified by Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick as Anthony Lynn Fitzgerald, 3.
Kilpatrick said the child was staying with an uncle in the camper.The incident occurred on County...
Wallace State Flight Technology/Aviation graduate Aaron Mathis giving back to college through Foundation scholarship
Aaron Mathis is a Wallace State Flight Technology
HANCEVILLE – Aaron Mathis has had a passion for flying as long as he can remember.
And, at only 22 years old, Mathis is making sure current Wallace State Flight Technology/Aviation students have the same opportunities.
Through Wallace State’s...
Carroll Acres Park ribbon cutting May 1; first 50 people get free hotdogs
New playground equipment at Carroll Acres Park (Cullman Parks and Recreation)
CULLMAN - Cullman Parks and Recreation will be unveiling its newest development, a brand new, state-of-the-art playground at Carroll Acres Park, with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, May 1 at 4 p.m.
Parks and recreation...
United Way Young Professionals raise funds with crawfish boil at Goat Island
Freddie Day catering boiled up 500 lbs. of crawfish picked up fresh on the Gulf Coast by YP volunteers Saturday morning. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - If you wanted to drop by Cullman’s own brewhouse, Goat Island, Saturday evening, you were in for...
Revival of the board game: Local gamers celebrate International Tabletop Day
Local players try out one of the expansion games for “Betrayal at the House on the Hill” on International Tabletop Day at Cullman’s North Alabama Agriplex. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Gamers from around Cullman County and beyond gathered on Saturday at the...
Coroner confirms 3-year-old’s death in Sunday morning camper fire
SIMCOE - A 3-year-old child was killed this morning in a camper fire in the community of Simcoe. The incident occurred on County Road 1670 at approximately 8:40 a.m.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick confirmed the fatality. "A 3-year-old did pass away in the...
Cullman SAR honors Holly Pond Lions Club
The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) recognize and honor organizations and individuals who show their patriotism by properly displaying the American flag in our communities.
Here, Cullman SAR member Smokey Ferguson (left) presents an SAR plaque to Holly Pond Lions Club President Bartee Bryan.
SAR...
CATA students compete in state SkillsUSA competition; 3 headed to nationals
Jacob Ryder, Peyton Oden and Carter Robinson display their treasure map after winning the SkillsUSA State Championship Wednesday. (Photo Courtesy Mike Burkett/CATA)
CULLMAN COUNTY - Three Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) students whose SkillsUSA community service poster project was featured in a recent Tribune article...
Jim Hays of Cullman joins Citizens Bank & Trust Board of Directors
Jim Hays (Citizens Bank & Trust)
CULLMAN - Citizens Bank & Trust recently announced the appointment of James E. “Jim” Hays, Jr. of Cullman to its board of directors. The appointment expands the board to nine directors.
“Jim is an accomplished business leader and his broad...
Willkommen! Cullman hosts visitors from sister city, Frankweiler, Germany
Visitors from Frankweiler arrived at the Cullman County Museum late Thursday afternoon. L-R: Sigrid Rong, Klaus Feindel, Verena Rong and Karl Fiscus (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - From April 26 to May 5, Cullman’s Friends of Frankweiler are hosting four “Friends of Cullman”...
City school board approves emergency repairs to East and West Elementary
The Cullman City School Board met in an emergency session Friday morning to approve emergency repairs for East and West Elementary Schools. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - In an emergency session Friday morning, the Cullman City School Board approved a proposed plan for...
Cullman man indicted for counterfeiting
BIRMINGHAM – A federal grand jury on Friday indicted two north Alabama men in unrelated counterfeiting cases, announced U.S. Attorney Jay E. Town and U.S. Secret Service Special Agent in Charge Michael Williams.
A five-count indictment filed in U.S. District Court charges Connor Douglas Glass,...
Teachers, Students of the Year awards given at annual State of Our Communities event
Pictured is Career Technical Student of the Year - Russell McDonald, Vinemont High School and Cullman Area Technology Academy, right, with Cullman County Schools Superintendent Shane Barnette. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - As part of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s State of...
Arrest report: April 26
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 26. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Baggette, Victoria Alexis, 21
FTA- driving without a license
FTA- liability insurance required
Downs, Hershel Wayne, 58
judge’s order- first-degree theft...
Seniors enjoy annual Fish-o-Rama in Hanceville
Senior George Gurganus, center, had the largest fish at 2 lbs. 15 oz and the largest overall catch at 48 lbs. 5 oz. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - Hanceville area seniors gathered around the pond at Veterans Memorial Park for the annual Senior...
Trump approves major disaster declaration for Cullman, Calhoun, Etowah and St. Clair Counties
CLANTON – Gov. Kay Ivey announced Friday that President Trump has approved a major disaster declaration in response to the severe weather and tornadoes that occurred March 19, 2018. The federal disaster assistance is designed to supplement state and local recovery efforts in Calhoun,...
Hanceville votes to reopen city pool; sidewalk grant sought
The Hanceville City Council on Thursday night reversed its earlier decision, voting instead to reopen the city pool. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday evening, the Hanceville City Council reversed gears on its plan to close the city pool at C.W. Day...
UPDATED: CVS on Cherokee robbed; CPD asking for public’s help
Updated 4-27-18 4:58 p.m.
CULLMAN - The CVS Pharmacy at 1906 Cherokee Ave. SW in Cullman was robbed Thursday night, and the Cullman Police Department is asking for the public's assistance- HAVE YOU SEEN THIS VEHICLE? The suspect's car has a white driver's side door.
According...
Arrest report: April 25
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 25. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Alvarado, Jose Garcia, 36
second-degree criminal mischief
Bailey, Ashley Carol, 32
possession of drug paraphernalia
unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Carr,...
New nonprofit for area men seeks to bridge gap between rehab and normal life
CULLMAN - The Cullman area has access to some highly regarded drug rehabilitation services through organizations like The Foundry Ministries and recovery programs like Restoring Women Outreach (RWO) that help get people ready to transition back into regular life.
RWO is, as the name implies,...
WSCC student released from hospital following small plane crash near Holly Pond
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HOLLY POND - The Wallace State student who was involved in a plane crash early Wednesday evening near Holly Pond has been released from the hospital. According to the college, the student, who has not been identified, was taken to Cullman Regional as...
Pet of the Week: Sweet gal Tamar searching for her forever home
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay, from the Cullman County Animal Shelter, introduces us to The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week:
“Tamar is a hound/beagle mix who is approximately 1 year old. She’s a laid-back low- to medium-energy pet who would make a great companion or...
Cullman’s Drew Fillinger elected 2018-2019 Samford University SGA officer
HOMEWOOD - Samford University recently held elections for 2018-19 Student Government Association officers.
Drew Fillinger, of Cullman, was elected sophomore class vice president. Fillinger is a musical theater (BFA) major.
The SGA represents and promotes student interest in the decision-making process of Samford University by cultivating...
Shine on: More than 430 pack annual Pilot Club of Cullman Fashion Show and Luncheon
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Investigator Trevor Clemmons models a suit at Wednesday’s Pilot Club of Cullman Fashion Show and Luncheon. Clemmons was one of several area law enforcement officers who participated in the show for the nonprofit. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The...
New law targeting drunk drivers named after Cullman DUI victim Curtis Wilson
On Wednesday evening, Sen. Paul Bussman, R-Cullman, who served on one of the committees that worked on the bill, was at Daystar Church’s Good Hope campus to give Curtis Wilson’s mother Ashley Wilson copies of resolutions mourning her son's death and naming the new...
Cullman’s Colby Hutson named semifinalist in US Presidential Scholars Program
Colby Hutson
CULLMAN - Cullman High School senior Colby Hutson has been named one of 630 semifinalists in the 2018 US Presidential Scholars Program. The semifinalists were selected from nearly 5,300 candidates expected to graduate from US high schools in the year 2018.
Inclusion in the...
Cullman Regional celebrating Occupational Therapy Month in April
Cullman Regional Therapy Services OT Team: Pictured (L-R): Karen Lowe, COTA/L; Leeann Plank, OTR/L, CHT; Erin Burke, OTR/L
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional is celebrating Occupational Therapy Month by recognizing the occupational therapists (OTs) and certified occupational therapy assistants (COTAs) who enable people of all ages...
Arrest report: April 24
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 24. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Adkins, Jamie Rae, 33
FTA- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument
Martel, James Edward, 40
FTA- negotiating a worthless negotiable instrument...
Colony pursues storm shelter, prepares for summer enrichment program
At its meeting Tuesday evening, the Colony Town Council heard about plans for its second Summer Enrichment Program and took the next step toward securing a community storm shelter. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
COLONY - At its meeting Tuesday evening, the Colony Town Council...
5th annual Bikers Against Cancer Ride re-scheduled for June 23
The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation thanks everyone who helped to make the April 7, 2018 Colors of Cancer Day great!
The day started with runners braving the cold, wet weather to run the Colors of Cancer 5K Run. We thank you all and we...
Hanceville’s Savanah Allred receives academic honor award at Samford
HOMEWOOD - Savanah Allred, of Hanceville, recently received an academic honor award based on her class standing. Allred, a music and worship major, won a Tower Medal.
Each medal represents an important aspect of Samford University. The Wheelar Medal, awarded to freshmen, is named after...
Arrest report: April 23
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 23. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Corrigan, Carl, 30
no tag/tag not plainly visible
possession of drug paraphernalia
Franklin, Renee Carden, 34
contributing to truancy
Graveman, Stephanie Elaine,...
Publix delivers $24K check to United Way of Cullman County
L-R: Publix District Manager Vincent Mingione, Assistant Store Manager Brad Boshell, United Way of Cullman County Board Chairman Steve Moore, United Way of Cullman County Past Chairwoman Deborah Hoover
CULLMAN - On Monday afternoon, Publix Super Market managers presented the United Way of Cullman County (UWCC)...
Information, giveaways plentiful for Chamber’s ‘State of Our Communities’ this Friday at civic center
CULLMAN - There’s only one place where you can hear updates about the area’s education, healthcare, government and more all in one day — and that’s at the Chamber’s “Chick-fil-A State of Our Communities.”
The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s Governmental Affairs Committee invites the...
Good Hope awards bid for new pump station ahead of AGCOR move
The Good Hope City Council awarded a bid for engineering services for a new pump station to CDG Engineers & Associates, Inc. Monday night. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
GOOD HOPE - The Good Hope City Council on Monday night awarded a bid for engineering...
Cullman City Council honors fire chief Edward Reinhardt; city revenues up 4.5%
Billy Atchison, left, a fire equipment supplier, stopped by to honor Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt, right, and present him a few tokens of appreciation. Reinhardt is retiring April 30 after 40 years of service. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The Cullman...
Search warrant leads to 4 meth trafficking arrests
Left to right: Damian Blair, Robert Brock, Steven Moore and David Reynolds (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
WHITE CITY - Four men were arrested for trafficking on Friday after a search warrant yielded drugs and drug paraphernalia, said the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
The Cullman Narcotics Enforcement...
Arrest report: April 20-22
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 20-22. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Allen, Kenneth Dwayne, 49
DUI- influence of alcohol
driving while suspended
giving false name to law enforcement
switched tag
Allred, Levi Jordan,...
Best yet: Bloomin’ Festival sees record-breaking crowd, despite wet Sunday
Despite Sunday’s wet weather, crowds still showed up for the final day of the Bloomin’ Festival. Festival goers not only enjoyed the arts and crafts, but also the food. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - This weekend was a successful one for St. Bernard’s...
Foundry Farm dedicates new 80-bed dormitory named in memory of Thomas Anderson Black and Donald Wayne Sanders
Rain moved the dedication ceremony for Black-Sanders Hall inside but did not prevent a large crowd from attending. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN COUNTY - At the end of a gravel road between Holly Pond and Berlin sits a 60-acre facility known as The...
Cullman woman ID’d as victim in Sunday wreck on US 278 W
Updated 4-22-18 10:20 p.m.
CULLMAN COUNTY - A Cullman woman has been identified as the victim in Sunday afternoon's head-on collision on US Highway 278 West in Cullman County. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick said Robyn Ronae Cannell, 52, was pronounced dead at the...
1 dead in wreck on US 278 W
LATEST UPDATE: Victim ID'd; http://www.cullmantribune.com/articles/2018/04/22/cullman-woman-idd-victim-sunday-wreck-us-278-w
CULLMAN COUNTY - Authorities are on the scene of a two-vehicle wreck that has claimed one life. The head-on collision happened just east of the bridge over Crooked Creek in the 9400 block of U.S. Highway 278 West before 1...
Cullman Regional Foundation honors Williamson, Warner at annual gala
Mrs. Judy Williamson received the 2018 H.C. Arnold Humanitarian Award at Saturday’s Cullman Regional Foundation Gala. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The Cullman Regional Foundation held its 17th annual Gala Saturday evening at the Cullman Civic Center, raising funds for a critical care...
Fairview Lions host Spring Fling to raise funds for the community
Scott Spradlin poses with his 1955 Chevrolet, the “Lions Club Pick” at Saturday’s Fairview Lion's Club Spring Fling Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
FAIRVIEW - The Fairview Lions Club hosted its Spring Fling Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show at Randall...
Wallace State students Challie Johnson, Taylor Urech recognized at All-Alabama Academic Team banquet
Wallace State was well represented at the All-Alabama Academic Team banquet. Pictured are, from left, Wallace State interim Dean of Students Jennifer Hill, students Taylor Urech and Challie Johnson and Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics.
PRATTVILLE – Wallace State students Challie Johnson and Taylor...
Go fly a kite! Welcome Baptist, Peggie Knop host annual kite-flying day
Children enjoyed Saturday's annual Kite Day in the community of Baileyton. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
BAILEYTON - Folks around the Baileyton area took advantage of the breezy weather on Saturday to “go fly a kite.” In what has become a local tradition in the...
Go fly a kite! Welcome Baptist, Peggie Knop host annual kite-flying day
Children enjoyed Saturday's annual Kite Day in the community of Baileyton. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
BAILEYTON - Folks around the Baileyton area took advantage of the breezy weather on Saturday to “go fly a kite.” In what has become a local tradition in the...
Beautiful day for a walk through Cullman’s history
Saturday’s tour, the third in a series of four, was led by Sharon Rowlette (left). The final April Walking Tour is next Saturday, April 28. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Saturday morning’s weather provided the perfect backdrop for this week’s April Walking Tour,...
Special day for almost 200 athletes
Every competitor had a buddy to stay with them throughout the day. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - It was a beautiful sunny morning Friday when the Cullman Area Torch Run took off from the front steps of the Cullman County Courthouse. Led by...
‘Relay for Life Day’ proclaimed in Cullman
Pictured L-R: Michelle Kimbrough, Haley Marecle, Mayor Woody Jacobs, Gail Crutchfield and Linda Walker
CULLMAN - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Friday proclaimed May 4, 2018 “Relay for Life Day” in the city of Cullman in honor of the upcoming 2018 Cullman County Relay for...
‘Making Alabama: Bicentennial Traveling Exhibit’ open at WSCC through May 24
The ribbon was cut on the “Making Alabama: Bicentennial Traveling Exhibit” at the Evelyn Burrow Museum on the campus of Wallace State on Thursday, April 19, 2018. The exhibit is open through May 24. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - The “Making Alabama: Bicentennial...
Pair arrested in Cullman for trafficking methamphetamine
Henry Sellman, III, left; Rebecca Prater, upper right (Cullman Police Department)
CULLMAN - The Cullman Police Department's Crime Suppression Unit arrested and charged two people with trafficking in methamphetamine following a traffic stop Thursday.
According to a media release from the department, during the traffic stop,...
Wallace State Medical Laboratory Technician program celebrating Medical Laboratory Professionals Week April 22-28
Wallace State Community College Medical Laboratory Technician student Khanie Cantrell, left, examines bacteria on a blood agar plate, while Anna Wheeler inputs her findings into an iPad.
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College’s Medical Laboratory Technician program will be celebrating Medical Laboratory Professionals Week April...
Arrest report: April 19
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 19. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Jewell, Jason Maclain, 34
third-degree domestic violence- harassment
Letson, Jenny Marie, 39
possession of drug paraphernalia
illegal possession /use of a...
Topre, REHAU, Birmingham Fastener win state awards
Topre America receives the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association Supplier of the Year award from Gov. Kay Ivey. (Photo courtesy Jamie Troutman/Cullman Economic Development Agency)
MONTGOMERY – Wednesday was a big day for manufacturers and suppliers in the state, as the Business Council of Alabama (BCA)...
Alabama unemployment rate up slightly to 3.8%; Cullman’s rate dips to 3.2%
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Labor released the state’s latest unemployment numbers Friday morning. Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted March 2018 unemployment rate is 3.8 percent, up slightly from February’s rate of 3.7 percent, well below March 2017’s rate of 5.0 percent. Cullman County’s...
County school board recognizes team achievements
Cold Springs FCCLA State STAR Event Gold and Silver winners with Cullman County School Board Superintendent Shane Barnette (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
GOOD HOPE - On Thursday evening, the Cullman County School Board continued its program of school outreach by holding its regular meeting...
Ribbon officially cut on Cullman’s Fire Station 3; Chief Reinhardt honored
Cullman City Councilman Andy Page, Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt and Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs share a laugh at Thursday’s ribbon cutting ceremony for the city’s new fire station. Reinhardt will retire with 40 years of service on April 30, 2018. (W.C. Mann...
Weekend fun: 7 events to enjoy
CULLMAN - Here is a handful of fun events going on this weekend.
What: Wallace State Jazz Band Big Band Ballroom Dance
When: Friday, 7 p.m.
Where: Wallace State's Burrow Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 801 Main St. NW, Hanceville
The Wallace State Jazz Band will continue its...
Arrest report: April 18
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 18. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Anderson, Steven Matthew, 39
third-degree domestic violence- harassment
Bartlett, Rhett Stewart, 30
possession of drug paraphernalia
second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana
unlawful...
Cullman’s Alexandria Gipson shows off transformative work at UA fashion show
TUSCALOOSA - Alexandria Gipson, of Cullman, presented transformative and forward-thinking designs during The University of Alabama's Tee Time Fashion Show in April.
Apparel and Design students from the College of Human Environmental Sciences showcased their creativity and resourcefulness in a show on the front lawn...
Pet of the Week: Baby Sorrel needs a forever home
CULLMAN - It’s been a busy week at the Cullman County Animal Shelter, with two adoptions and the resolution of at least part of a tragic animal cruelty case. Donna Ruttkay shared that even older dogs that are generally less adoptable are finding homes....
History lesson from an American Hero
Julian Campbell (Ken Brown)
Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) member Julian Campbell (98), gave a one-hour talk about his flying career to a history class at Wallace State Community College on Tuesday. Campbell told students about growing up here in the 20s and 30s,...
Fire Chief Edward Reinhardt reflects on 40 years of service
Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt stayed long enough to see the completion of Fire Station 3 off Alabama Highway 157 and see his administration moved into new offices there. He is retiring after 40 years. A retirement celebration and ribbon cutting for the...
BCA, ATN announce 2018 Manufacturers of the Year; 3 local businesses recognized
Birmingham Fastener and Supply, named the Medium Manufacturer of the Year, has a distribution center in Hanceville, pictured here. (www.bhamfast.com)
MONTGOMERY – The Business Council of Alabama (BCA) and the Alabama Technology Network (ATN) on Wednesday announced the 2018 Manufacturer of The Year (MOTY) winners...
Cullman Regional Sleep Center receives accreditation from American Academy of Sleep Medicine
CULLMAN - Cullman Regional’s Sleep Center has recently received a five-year re-accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
Accreditation by the AASM is the gold standard by which the medical community and the public evaluate sleep medicine facilities. Cullman Regional is proud to...
Blue Eyed Rabbit open for business
The ribbon was officially cut on home and garden décor shop The Blue Eyed Rabbit Wednesday morning in Cullman. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Local home and garden décor shop, The Blue Eyed Rabbit, celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning....
Community walks to remember children lost to child abuse
Cut-outs representing some of the 28 children who lost their lives to child abuse in Alabama in 2017 were carried on Wednesday’s Prayer Walk at the Cullman County Courthouse. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - A small crowd came out to take part in...
Arrest report: April 17
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 17. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Abbott, Kalyn West, 26
judge’s order- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Arnett, Carly Joe, 48
public intoxication
Burke, Tony Joe,...
Vinemont woman charged after meth, syringes found in home with 3 small children
Angela Simpers (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
VINEMONT - A Vinemont woman was arrested Tuesday and charged with three counts of chemical endangerment of a child after authorities allegedly found methamphetamine and syringes in a home where three small children were present.
Investigators with the Cullman County...
Hope, help, healing: Inside Brooks’ Place Child Advocacy Center
Brooks’ Place Child Advocacy Center Director Gail Swafford (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Tucked away on a quiet side street not far from Cullman High School is the office of an organization most Cullmanites know little about. Most folks have heard the name...
CCSO hosting 2-part Citizens’ Firearm Safety Class, April 23 and 28
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) is hosting a two-part Citizens’ Firearm Safety Class. The classroom portion will be held on Monday, April 23 at 6 p.m. at the CCSO, and the live-fire part on Saturday, April 28 at 8 a.m. at...
Arrest report: April 16
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 16. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Adams, Jessica Amanda, 26
FTA- third-degree criminal trespassing
Drake, Thomas Edwin, 23
judge’s order- DUI
Hanks, Heidi Lee Gainer, 50
public intoxication
Harbison,...
Jacobs proclaims April ‘Autism Awareness Month’ in Cullman
Left to right: Rhonda Davis, Amy Kampis, John Harper Kampis, Mayor Woody Jacobs, Jordan Davis, Stormi Brock and Penny Brock
CULLMAN - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs recently proclaimed the month of April 2018 “Autism Awareness Month” in the city of Cullman. Jacobs made the announcement...
‘Making Alabama: A Bicentennial Traveling Exhibit’ opens at Wallace State; grand opening planned for April 19
The “Making Alabama: A Bicentennial Traveling Exhibit” will be at Wallace State Community College’s Evelyn Burrow Museum through May 24. A special grand opening and ribbon cutting will be held on Thursday, April 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.The ball gown worn by...
Garden City cites 2 businesses for multiple violations; pay-per-call system planned for fire department
The Garden City Town Council meets on the third Monday of each month. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
GARDEN CITY - The Garden City Town Council issued citations to a pair of local businesses Monday night after a vote that determined both are in violation...
This Friday: Cullman Area Torch Run and Special Needs Track and Field Day
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Rex Sorrow enjoys a laugh with a participant in 2017’s Cullman Area Special Needs Track and Field Day. This year’s event will take place this Friday, April 20, 2018. (Tribune file photo)
CULLMAN - This Friday morning the Cullman County...
Grandmother of suspect in Osborn murder facing charge in case
Susan Smith, the grandmother of murder suspect Andrew Maresh, was arrested for hindering prosecution in the case. Authorities say she knew the victim was buried on her property in Fairview. (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
CULLMAN - The grandmother of one of the men accused of...
Arrest report: April 13-15
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 13-15. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Ballenger Christopher Matthew 36
FTA- unlawful possession of a controlled substance
Buckelew, Michael Andrew, 30
FTA- third-degree domestic violence- harassment
Canada,...
All about the kids: Safe Kids Expo goes on, despite wet, cool weather
Safe Kids Expo founder Judge Kim Chaney and Brooks’ Place Director Gail Swafford (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Cullman’s Safe Kids Expo, sponsored by Brooks’ Place child advocacy center, had to be postponed Saturday due to the threat of bad weather, but some...
Cullman Regional to host Advance Care Planning Seminar April 19
CULLMAN - It may be difficult to think about planning for your future health care when you aren't sick but preparing a comprehensive action plan will help ensure you receive the care you want if you become seriously ill - even if loved ones...
Saints MC donates funds to Miracle League
Participants from the Cullman Parks and Recreation Therapeutic Recreation Program and Miracle League gathered at the Field of Miracles Thursday evening to accept a $5,250 donation from the Saints MC (Motorcycle Club). The funds will be used to pay the registration fees for all...
Walk MS: Cullman draws more than 250
More than 250 people came out to Heritage Park Saturday morning to participate in Walk MS: Cullman, most wearing signs on their backs in honor of those for whom they were walking. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The rain held off long enough...
Donna Harris crowned Ms. Senior Cullman County 2018
2018 Ms. Senior Cullman County Donna Harris (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - Topping off a fun, entertaining event on Saturday afternoon, Donna Harris was crowned Ms. Senior Cullman County 2018. The annual pageant took place at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre on the...
34th annual Bloomin’ Festival set for April 21-22
Father Joel Martin, president of Saint Bernard Prep School, takes the keys to the 2018 Jeep Renegade from Scott Spitzer, general manager of Cullman Chrysler Dodge to be awarded to the grand prize winner at the 34th Annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Crafts Fair...
Cullman hooked on ‘The Little Mermaid’
“You got to purse your lips like this” - Sebastian (Justin Weygand) coaches Ariel (Marie Bean) on how to win over Prince Eric (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - On Friday evening, among the hottest and most scarce commodities in the city of Cullman...
COLUMN: Disease-carrying ticks widespread across Alabama
The collection of ticks using sticky tape shows the abundance of ticks in certain areas in Alabama. (Emily Merritt)
As a turkey hunter, I am keenly aware of the threat posed by sneaking through the Alabama woods. And I’m not talking about the danger of...
Cullman Police host forensic blood analysis class
CPD officers practice photographing blood stains. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The classroom and training house at the Cullman Police Department (CPD) have been a bloody mess this week, and with good reason. Investigators from multiple law enforcement agencies came there to take...
Upscale eatery and pub 412 Public House opens downtown
The bar features custom shelving, 12 draught beers, and its own line of signature cocktails. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Cullman’s newest eatery, 412 Public House, this week quietly opened its doors at 412 Second Ave. SE, near Christ Lutheran Church. Stephen Gannon...
Race sets Sportsman Lake Park aglow
Runners take part in the fifth annual Rock and Glow 5K Run/Walk Friday night at Sportsman Lake Park (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Sportsman Lake Park was a little brighter Friday night, as Cullman County Parks and Recreation (CCP&R) hosted its fifth annual...
‘Material Girl’: Pilot Club Fashion Show & Luncheon April 25
The grand prizes that will be given away at this year's Pilot Club Fashion Show & Luncheon (Peggy Harris)
CULLMAN - Need some inspiration for your spring and summer wardrobe? If your closet looks like it needs a make-over with fresh new colors, textures and...
Patterson earns National Superintendent Certification
Cullman City School Board President Suzanne Harbin, left, presented the certificate to Superintendent Dr. Susan Patterson at this week’s board meeting. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Cullman City Schools Superintendent Dr. Susan Patterson was honored recently for earning National Superintendent Certification. Patterson was...
Arrest report: April 12
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for April 12. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Aaron, Benjamin Lee, 39
FTA- third-degree domestic violence- harassment
Bates, Mary Ellen, ,53
possession of drug paraphernalia
speeding- reasonable & prudent
unlawful...
Bargain Hunt open in south Cullman
The ribbon was cut on Bargain Hunt in Cullman on Friday, April 13. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Bargain Hunt’s brand-new Cullman location opened its doors to a long line of customers Friday morning but not until they donated to a local nonprofit....
CAMPAIGN 2018: Q&A with Carol Berry
Carol Berry (Courtesy of Carol Berry)
CULLMAN - This week, The Tribune caught up with candidate Carol Berry, who is challenging incumbent Tammy Brown for the post of Cullman County Probate Judge in the June 5 primary election. A Vinemont native and Cullman resident, Berry...
Pet of the Week: Sweet Sassy looking for her forever home
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay from the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us to The Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
“Sassy, a beagle/hound mix, is approximately 1-and-a-half to 2 years old. This little beauty is a low energy pet, laid back but still very social, and...
CAMPAIGN 2018: Cullman GOP hosts 1st in series of town hall meetings
Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman greets an attendee at Thursday night’s town hall meeting in Good Hope. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
GOOD HOPE - On Thursday evening, the Cullman County Republican Party held the first in a series of town hall meetings, this one...
Parkside School earns Blue Ribbon Schools Lighthouse Award, named Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
Parkside School, seen here on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, is located in Baileyton. (Nick Griffin for The Tribune)
BAILEYTON - April 2 was an exciting day for Parkside School, as it was named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence (BRSE). The school received the Blue...
Cullman County hailstone now official state record, 1st entry in state’s new hail dataset
This hailstone, collected March 19 by Tribune reporter William Craig Mann (shown) in his yard in the community of Walter, has been officially declared the largest recorded hailstone to fall in Alabama. The hailstone had a maximum diameter of 5.38 inches along its longest...
