Cullman County man killed in early morning crash
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County man was killed in an early morning vehicle crash. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Michael P. McClellan, 27, of Vinemont.
Troopers said the single-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 12:09 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 12. They said McClellan was...
Dodge City Council talks S&S break-in, finances, events
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Council at its Oct. 9, meeting heard updates from local law enforcement, discussed recent expenditures and approve several items of Town business.
Officials reported a recent break-in at S&S Foods. According to the report, three masked men arrived...
COLUMN: Measure twice, cut once
Last week, I was reminded of the old wood-workers’ idiom that says, “Measure twice, cut once.” I remembered the advice immediately after I demonstrated why it was said. Sometimes, you can measure once and cut twice, but only if you’ve cut your piece too...
VFW and Auxiliary hosting pumpkin carving party Oct. 23
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Auxiliary will host their third annual pumpkin carving party event on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m.
Auxiliary President Regina Adams said they are excited to host the third year of this free community...
Files from Yesteryear: Oct. 11, 1934
From the files of Oct. 11, 1934
Bees and Butterflies
Roy Ward spent Thursday in Birmingham.
Best Quality Shoe Repairing at reasonable prices. Cullman Shoe Hospital. adv.
Lewis Vogle spent last Monday in Birmingham.
Fall Styles in Men's Oxfords, well made, up to date last. Cullman Shoe Hospital. adv.
Henry...
Cullman County EMA hosting 2-day grant-writing workshop Oct. 16-17
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), in coordination with Grant Writing USA, is hosting a two-day grant management workshop for Cullman and surrounding areas Oct. 16-17, 2025.
Cullman County EMA Specialist Brent McDonald said this is a great opportunity for the...
Chamber luncheon spotlights public safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center on Friday held its monthly community luncheon. The October event, which took place at the All Steak, focused on public safety. Special guest speakers were Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker, Cullman...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 7 Addison hammers Meek 61-22
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted their longtime rivals, the Meek Tigers, Friday night and they just so happen to be in the same region. Addison had a chance to take a stranglehold on the region title with a win and that is just what they...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls at Midfield 56-20
MIDFIELD, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road for a region matchup at Midfield Friday night and after a strong start in the first half, Hanceville was unable to keep up with the Patriots in the second half. The Bulldogs went into the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont topples No. 3 Gordo on the road, 22-19
GORDO, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to Gordo to take on the third-ranked Green Wave in a battle of undefeated teams in the region Friday night and it was a special night for Vinemont. After a hard-fought game, the Eagles scored midway through the fourth...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 5 Good Hope drops region showdown at No. 10 Hamilton, 28-21
HAMILTON, Ala. – Good Hope was back on the road for another big region game between a pair of ranked teams at Hamilton Friday night and it was a nailbiter. The Aggies and Raiders went back and forth throughout the first half, but Good...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point picks up 14-6 win over East Limestone
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors returned home to take on the East Limestone Friday night in a region matchup. It was scoreless through the first three quarters, but West Point scored a pair of touchdowns in the fourth to pull ahead...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman cruises past Columbia 39-0
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Cullman traveled to Milton Frank Stadium in Huntsville for a region matchup against Columbia Friday night and the ‘Cats had little trouble handling the Eagles. The Bearcats went into the locker room leading 30-0 at halftime and were able to preserve...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 4 Fairview earns 28-9 win at No. 10 Priceville
DECATUR, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies traveled to Priceville for a ranked, region battle with the Bulldogs Friday night, and they returned home with the Region 7 crown. Fairview built a 14-3 lead in the first half and kept the Bulldogs in check in...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 8
theft of property-2nd degree; person; cash
October 9
theft of property-2nd degree; person; pistol; $450
duty upon striking unattended...
Pet of the Week: Sam, with a heart full of sunshine
CULLMAN, Ala. - There’s something special about Sam, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. At just a year old, this Golden Retriever mix embodies pure joy and endless energy. His smile and uplifting personality have a way of drawing you in, wrapping you...
WSCC FLAG FOOTBALL: Lions dominate doubleheader with Northwest Shoals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State flag football left no doubt on Wednesday afternoon, dominating from start to finish in a pair of conference matchups against Northwest Shoals at home. The Lions took game one 77-6 and the momentum continued in game two with a...
Cullman City Schools: 6th-grade students, programs to remain at East, West for remainder of school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, announced that sixth-grade students and programs will remain at East and West Elementary Schools for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year, rather than transitioning mid-year to the new Cullman Middle School facility.
“Our...
Cullman’s Sosa to compete for Miss UA Title tonight
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Thirteen students will compete for the title of Miss University of Alabama at the Bama Theatre in Tuscaloosa Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. The Miss UA pageant is an official preliminary event for Miss Alabama and Miss America.
This year’s candidates include:
Hailey...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond earns 42-0 homecoming win over Asbury
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos were back home to host Asbury for homecoming Thursday night, and they wrapped up a week of festivities with a dominant performance against the Rams. Holly Pond built a 35-0 lead in the first half and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs drops region battle with Coosa Christian 41-8
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs returned home Thursday night to host a big region matchup against Coosa Christian, but the Eagles had their hands full with the second-ranked Conquerors. Coosa Christian jumped out to a 20-0 lead early in the first half and pulled...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 9, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 9, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 6
harassing communications; stalking; CR 703
domestic violence; CR 248
domestic violence; Self Ave. NE
possession of drug...
Aderholt presents Wallace State’s recognition in Congressional Record to Karolewics
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College President Dr. Vicki Karolewics was recently honored by U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, who presented her with a copy of the Congressional Record from the 119th Congress that recognizes the college’s outstanding achievements and national distinction.
“I am...
Learning about fire safety at the Shirley Burden Public Library
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library on Wednesday, Oct. 8, hosted Fire Safety Storytime led by Hanceville Fire Chief Bart Absher.
The goal was to educate children about essential fire safety practices through age-appropriate lessons and activities. Absher emphasized the importance of children...
Cullman Oktoberfest breaks records with 74K visitors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Oktoberfest was one for the record books this year. The three-day celebration of German heritage drew an estimated 74,000 attendees, shattering every previous attendance record and setting a new benchmark for community festivals in Alabama.
“This year’s Oktoberfest shattered every previous...
Baileyton council recognizes Calloway, Griffin
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Mayor Windell Calloway commenced the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council on Oct. 6. The meeting opened with an invocation led by Councilman Greg Griffin.
The meeting began by recognizing Calloway and Griffin for their numerous years of service.
Mayor-Elect Benny Guthrie...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 8, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 8, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 4
burglary-2nd degree; person; lawn equipment; $868; 4th St....
Samantha Perdue award honors excellence on and off the court
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Each year at the Cullman County Volleyball Tournament, a special award is presented to honor a remarkable young woman who left an enduring mark on the sport and in the lives of those around her—the Samantha Perdue Award.
Samantha Perdue’s journey in volleyball...
Ellis, Sharpe named CCBOE/AmFirst Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently named Tiffiany Ellis and Melanie Sharpe September Employees of the Month.
Teacher of the Month: Tiffiany Ellis, Good Hope High School
Tiffiany Ellis teaches English at Good Hope High.
"Mrs. Ellis does a tremendous job in her classroom...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Hanceville drops area match against J.B. Pennington
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted J.B. Pennington for an area match Tuesday night but unfortunately for the home crowd, the Tigers were able to return home with a 3-1 win over the Bulldogs.
J.B. Pennington 3 - Hanceville 1 (25-16, 23-25, 25-21, 25-22)
It...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 7, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 7, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 7
theft of property-1st degree; criminal mischief-1st degree; person;...
Library hosts ‘Picnic with a Purpose’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library hosted “Picnic with a Purpose,” on Saturday, Oct. 4, to raise funds for ongoing improvements. The event was hosted during Cullman’s Oktoberfest festivities and featured homemade baked goods made by members of the Friends of the...
CASA shares fundraising need
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County CASA shared it is in desperate need of funds to be able to purchase goods to serve local families.
Program Director Candace Lingo said since it’s now normal for the nonprofit to serve over 1,000 people/families per month, CASA is...
The 40 Acre Wood opening for field trips
CULLMAN, Ala. - Beginning Nov. 1, The 40 Acre Wood will welcome school field trips, allowing students to learn and play outdoors while exploring the natural beauty of Cullman County.
Owner Wendy Smithson said her goal is to help children step away from technology and...
‘It feels like home’
Florida couple makes Cullman Oktoberfest an annual tradition
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Oktoberfest is one of the city’s biggest celebrations of the year, but its impact travels far beyond city limits. For Ken and Kay Mayo of Tallahassee, Florida, the event has become a beloved...
Cullman County Fair returns Oct. 9–18 with pageants, rides, farm fun
CULLMAN, Ala. - The countdown is on for the 2025 Cullman County Fair, set for Oct. 9-18, at the Cullman County Fairgrounds, 1501 Sportsman Lake Road NW. The opening ceremony will take place Thursday, Oct. 9, at 5 p.m.
The annual fair parade took place this...
Hanceville library to host fire safety storytime Oct. 8
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Fire Chief Bart Absher will participate in a fire safety storytime on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 10 a.m. at the Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville.
Library Manager Teresa Rivera said since Absher is the new fire chief, this will be...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cullman falls to Brewer in 5 sets
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman was back home at Bearcat Arena for a varsity match against Brewer Monday night and after senior night ceremonies were finished, the ‘Cats battled the Patriots in a hard-fought, five set thriller. Before the opening serve, seniors Ainsley Cameron, Blakely...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 6, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 6, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 2
harassment; CR 1118
domestic violence; 2nd Ave. SW
burglary; Hwy. 91
domestic violence; Hwy. 278W
theft of property;...
Who are the ‘Hay People’? CCPS students learn about Oktoberfest
CULLMAN, Ala. -- With the annual Oktoberfest celebration kicking off in Cullman, young Cullman City Schools students had the opportunity to learn a bit about the history, culture and tradition of the beloved Cullman festival that celebrates the area’s German heritage.
Cullman City Primary School...
COLUMN: Let’s go outside to play
At the risk of sounding like an old man, I have realized there is a great difference in how the youth of today entertain themselves and how the youth of my generation did so.
One big difference is that we mostly played outdoors. It was...
Cullman County Youth Football week 7 scoring recap
Week seven of the youth football season is now over, and with the playoffs getting closer and closer with each passing week, each game around the local area was huge. The Fairview Aggies faced off against the Holly Pond Broncos, the Vinemont Eagles hosted...
Cullman’s Dylon Wallace joins UA’s Rural Medical Scholars Program
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences recently welcomed 11 students, including Cullman’s Dylon Wallace, to the Rural Medical Scholars Program and the Rural Dental Scholars Program, both part of the College’s Rural Health Leaders Pipeline.
The pipeline was created...
Troutman receives scholarship from Farmers Federation
Federation plants seeds of success through scholarships
AUBURN, Ala. - Eighty-three college students from 61 Alabama counties received scholarships from the Alabama Farmers Agriculture Foundation (AFAF) Sept. 29 in Auburn.
The annual scholarship banquet at Lazenby Farms honored recipients from Auburn University (AU). The partnership between the...
Wallace State to be featured on Amazon Prime show ‘The College Tour’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announced its upcoming feature in the Amazon Prime television series “The College Tour.” The episode will showcase the vibrant campus life, academic excellence and diverse programs that make Wallace State one of the top community colleges in...
Files from Yesteryear: Oct. 4, 1945
From the files of Oct. 4, 1945
Holly Pond News
Pvt. Kenneth Burgess, who has just finished his basic training in Florida, is spending his furlough here with his parents and will report to California for reassignment on Tuesday.
Pvt. A. J. Thomas recently visited here while...
Get to know Rise & Shine Hope Ranch
CULLMAN, Ala. - For Chaplains Dr. Jady and Pamela Pipes, faith is at the center of everything they do. "First of all, we want to give God all of the glory and honor for what He has done in our lives. We have been...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont outraces Hanceville in 78-42 shootout
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Vinemont made the short trip down Hwy 31 to Ray Talley Stadium in Hanceville for a regional battle with the Bulldogs Friday night and stops were hard to come by in this one. The Eagles led 35-21 at halftime but their...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison blanks Waterloo at home 45-0
ADDISON, Ala. – After suffering their first loss of the season to the ranked 4A Good Hope Raiders last week, the Bulldogs were back home at A.G. Hicks Stadium Friday night for a region game against Waterloo. Addison was in control of this one...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 3 Fairview takes region showdown with Russellville 35-28
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview hosted Russellville for a regional matchup with big postseason implications Friday night, and it ended being another great one between these two squads. The score was knotted at 14 at halftime but the Aggies came out strong in the second...
More than 500 attend Oktoberfest Senior Day
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual Oktoberfest Senior Day took place Friday, and organizers report more than 500 attended the event.
Cullman County Commission on Aging Director Stephanie Lawson said they handed out all 500 armbands, as well as all 525 bingo cards.
“We’ve had such a...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs shuts out West End 28-0
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles collected a road win over Lynn last week and they returned home for a region matchup against West End Friday night. Cold Springs led 12-0 at halftime and the Eagles held firm on the defensive side of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Whitesburg Christian pulls away to top Holly Pond 28-6
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond was on a bye last week, but they were back on the field for a region game at Whitesburg Christian Friday night. The Broncos scored first to take the early lead in this one, but the Warriors responded with...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek collects 58-6 win at Shoals Christian
FLORENCE, Ala. – After resting up on a bye last week, the Meek Tigers hit the road Friday night for a region matchup against Shoals Christian, and this one was never in doubt. The Tigers built a 52-0 lead in the first half and...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point falls to Priceville on the road, 26-0
DECATUR, Ala. – After handling Hayden at home last week, the West Point Warriors hit the road for a region battle with Priceville Friday night. West Point only trailed 7-0 at halftime but the Bulldogs dominated the second half, putting 19 more points on...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 6 Good Hope handles Curry for homecoming, 48-8
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After collecting a dominant road win at Addison last week, Good Hope was back home for a region matchup against Curry Friday night. The Raiders jumped out to a 34-0 lead in the first half and with the hot clock...
MLF pro angler indicted for manslaughter in April crash on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – Major League Fishing professional angler Flint Andrew Davis, 22, of Leesburg, Georgia, has been indicted on multiple charges related to the April 16, 2025, boating crash on Smith Lake in Cullman County that resulted in the deaths of Joey M. Broom,...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 3, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 3, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
October 1
domestic violence-3rd degree; person; 2nd Ave. SW
Arrests
October 2
Willingham,...
Hanceville man killed in early Friday morning crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:40 a.m. Friday, Oct. 3, claimed the life of Hanceville man, according to Alabama State Troopers. They identified the victim as Billy J. Smith, 44.
Troopers said Smith was fatally injured when the Honda...
Drought and potential tropical activity update
Soil conditions continue to worsen. Much of the state is now in a Moderate to Severe Drought with Extreme Drought in the western sections. Although some precipitation is forecast during the next week, especially near the coast, no widespread, significant rainfall is expected for...
Ivey proclaims Oct. 5-11 Alabama Extension Week
AUBURN UNIVERSITY and ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has proclaimed Oct. 5-11, 2025, Alabama Extension Week. During this annual recognition week, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System encourages people all over the state to engage with Extension by contacting a local...
Pet of the Week: Meet Odie, your next best friend
CULLMAN, Ala. - Odie, a 5-month-old domestic shorthair, is one of those rare kittens who seems born with happiness built in. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Odie is a seriously joyful fellow in any situation, whether curled up in your arms or rolling...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman falls at No. 4 Hartselle, 24-0
HARTSELLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats hit the road to renew their rivalry with the fourth-ranked Hartselle Tigers Thursday night, and it was a tough night for the black & gold. The ‘Cats trailed 7-0 at halftime but the Tigers created some separation and...
COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point sweeps Good Hope to capture county crown
VINEMONT, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Volleyball Tournament concluded with the championship match Thursday night and for the first time in four years, the county crown is changing hands. West Point dominated Fairview in the semifinals, and the Warriors carried the momentum into...
Oktoberfest 5K/10K races happening Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - WellStone is hosting the 18th year of the Oktoberfest 5K and 10K races this Saturday, Oct. 4, beginning at 8 a.m. at Festhalle.
WellStone Chief Operating Officer and Race Director Chris Van Dyke said both the 5K and the 10K start at...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 2, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 2, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 29
domestic violence; College Dr. NE
domestic violence; CR 1397
theft of property; 2nd Ave. NW
criminal mischief;...
Rock the South officially confirms move to Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala. - What The Tribune first reported Wednesday, Oct. 1, has now been officially confirmed: Rock the South will leave Cullman for a new permanent home in Decatur.
Peachtree Entertainment announced Thursday, Oct. 2, that the 15th annual Rock the South will take place...
WSCC SOCCER: Lions earn 3-1 conference win over Enterprise State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Lions men's soccer team returned to the win column Tuesday night with a 3-1 conference victory over Enterprise State, keeping their unbeaten conference record intact.
Elijah Wong opened the scoring for the Lions in the first half, finding the back...
Commission on Aging hosting loaded barbecue potato fundraiser Oct. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Aging will host a loaded barbecue potato fundraiser on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 4-6:30 p.m. in the Cullman County Courthouse’s south parking lot.
COA Director Stephanie Lawson said this year the COA is dreaming big because,...
Cullman County Fair Parade this Saturday in downtown Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - With autumn air setting in and the community preparing to gather, the 2025 Cullman County Fair Parade is set to offer a spirited kickoff to the fair season.
The streets of downtown Cullman will come alive this Saturday, Oct. 4, as the...
Cullman City Council passes $194M budget for 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday passed a fiscal year 2026 budget totaling $194,634,790, up over $6 million from last year but behind peak years in 2024 ($207,986,624) and 2023 ($195,819,380). Highlights of the budget as reported in the meeting include:
•...
12th annual Smith Lake Park Bass Fest returns Saturday with $15K top prize
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 12th annual Smith Lake Park Bass Fest will take place this Saturday, Oct. 4, offering anglers a chance to compete for big rewards, including a guaranteed $15,000 first-place prize and payouts through the top 40 teams.
Early registration has closed, but anglers...
1950s Rock and Roll and Candlelight Walking Tour tonight at Cullman County Museum
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s 16th annual Candlelight Walking Tour, part of the Oktoberfest tradition, will swing into action tonight with some tunes to kick off the event. Beginning at 6 p.m. at the Cullman County Museum, 1950s music will rock and roll across the...
Rock the South set to leave Cullman; Decatur to take the stage
OCT. 2, 2025, UPDATE: Rock the South officially confirms move to Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala. - As early as Thursday, Oct. 2, Rock the South organizers are expected to announce what many residents have long heard as rumor: the festival will relocate from Cullman County to...
John Drozda sentenced to 90 years for 2023 murder of Thomas Brannon
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Emily Johnston on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, sentenced John Wesley Drozda, 38, of Cullman, to 90 years in prison. Drozda was convicted of murder on Aug. 21, 2025, in the Sept. 17, 2023, shooting death of...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 1, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 1, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
No incidents reported.
Arrests
September 30
Hanners, Curtis R.; 58
FTA – switched...
Cullman Ghost Walks coming in October
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Southern Ghost Girls will host four walking tours in Cullman in October.
Owner Lesley Ann Hyde said the Cullman Ghost Walks will take place on Tuesdays and will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Depot Park.
“We are excited for the Cullman...
Editorial: Hope as the next step
Fear alerts us. Courage responds. But hope, well, hope is what carries us forward when the dust settles and the long road lies ahead.
Hope is often misunderstood. Some see it as wishful thinking, a fragile feeling with no substance. But true hope is far...
Library board meeting notes: Sept. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board held its regular board meeting on Thursday, Sept. 25. Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) Director Amber Thornton reported higher than usual accounting and legal fees in August, primarily due to an annual audit, totaling...
State, national leaders visit CATA, CHS, highlighting CTE
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy and Cullman High School welcomed state and national leaders recently as part of a statewide campaign to highlight career and technical education (CTE) in Alabama. The visits were part of a three-day tour organized by the Association...
COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point set to meet Good Hope in county finals
VINEMONT, Ala. – After an action-packed day one on Monday, the Cullman County Volleyball Tournament resumed at Vinemont High School Tuesday night and the matchup for the finals is now set. West Point got things started by sweeping Fairview 3-0 to secure their spot...
WSCC FLAG FOOTBALL: Wallace State sweeps Calhoun with dominant road victories
DECATUR, Ala. — Wallace State flag football stayed unbeaten in conference play on Sunday, rolling to a pair of convincing road wins over Calhoun at the Jack Allen Recreation Complex. The Lions opened the afternoon with a 53-13 victory in Game 1 before completing...
Burgermeister Ball kicks off Oktoberfest celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Oktoberfest season officially began last week, with the third annual Burgermeister Ball on Sept. 25 at St. Bernard. After a period of absence, the tradition was revived three years ago at the request of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism,...
‘The Crown Returns’: Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant coming Nov. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Ms. Cullman County Pageant will take place at Fairview High School on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m.
Pageant Director Gidget Gregory said contestants will be scored in the categories of interview, fun fashion, active wear, evening gown and on-stage question.
“There...
COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: Fairview, Vinemont, Good Hope advance to semifinals
VINEMONT, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Volleyball Tournament officially tipped off at Vinemont High School Monday night and after a night loaded with tight matchups, three teams have secured spots in the semifinals. Fairview edged Holly Pond 3-2 in a back and forth...
Jacobs proclaims October ADK Month
On Monday, September 29, 2025, Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the month of October 2025 Alpha Delta Kappa Month in Cullman. Local Alpha Delta Kappa (ADK) members from each local chapter met with Mayor Jacobs to receive the official proclamation. Members attending from the Beta...
Arrests and Incidents reported September 29, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 29, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
September 25
harassing communications; stalking; CR 702
domestic violence; Hwy. 69N
theft of property; US. 31
unlawful breaking and...
CLASH OF THE TIANS: Cullman Gold 6th grade volleyball team earns runner up finish at Regional Tournament
CULLMAN, AL. – While local youth volleyball teams participated in the Cullman County Youth Volleyball Tournament, 6th Grade Cullman Gold forwent the county tournament and left it all on the court this weekend in the Regional Elementary Tournament, proving themselves as one of the...
Cullman County Commission adopts $58M FY2026 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission has adopted a balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2026, focused on infrastructure, public safety and fiscal discipline.
Approved Sept. 23, the budget projects $58.2 million in revenues and $57.3 million in expenditures for governmental funds, along with $28.4...
Cullman County 4-H member Grayson Randall named runner-up for National 4-H Award
CULLMAN, Ala. – What began as a shy, homeschooled boy with a stutter nervously giving his first 4-H speech has led to national recognition for one of Cullman County’s brightest young leaders. Seventeen-year-old Grayson Randall has been named a runner-up for the 2025 National...
Cullman County Youth Football week 6 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week six of the youth football season is now complete, and there were more than a fair share of exciting games that went on around the area. Cullman took on Vinemont, Good Hope battled Danville, Cold Springs faced off against Holly...
Ivey announces $3.7M in ALDOT Annual Grant projects
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced more than $3.7 million in State funding is being awarded to cities and counties for 13 road projects across Alabama.
One of those projects is in Cullman County for full-depth reclamation of Graham Street Southwest from...
COLUMN: Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!
We’ve all seen the commercials that gave birth to the catchphrase, “Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!” Since the 1980s, it has been on television, shirts, hats, songs and just about everywhere imaginable. If people were like Weebles, when we fall getting...
Files from Yesteryear: Sept. 27, 1951
From the files of Sept. 27, 1951
Fairview News
Mrs. Edith Hancock of Columbus, Ga. spent last week-end visiting relatives here and at Vinemont.
J. B. Mauldin of Cullman visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Mauldin, Sunday.
Clifford Screws of Fairview and Mr. and Mrs. Raymond...
WSCC CROSS COUNTRY: Wallace State finishes runner-up at ON Twilight
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State’s men’s and women’s cross country teams turned in strong performances at the ON Twilight meet Friday night at John Hunt Park, each finishing second overall behind NCAA Division I foe West Georgia.
Men’s Team Performance
The Lions placed four runners inside the top...
Editorial: Courage in action
Fear may sound the alarm, but it is courage that carries us forward. Time and again, history reminds us that progress is never written by those who let fear decide their next step.
It is written by those who feel the weight of fear, acknowledge...
Wallace State’s Brookelyn Morgan named NJCAA Division II National Athlete of the Week
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State freshman cross-country runner Brookelyn Morgan has earned national recognition, being named the NJCAA Division II USTFCCCA Female Athlete of the Week. She becomes the first runner in Wallace State program history to receive the honor.
Morgan has been the top...
Victim Services announces new name: The Willow Path
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman held its fifth annual Masquerade Ball Thursday evening, Sept. 25, at Stone Bridge Farms. Not only did the local nonprofit welcome its biggest crowd to date and raise more money than in previous years, it also announced...
Cullman County Schools addresses bus incident, bullying concerns
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools is addressing concerns from parents and the community following a recent student fight on a school bus that was recorded and widely shared online.
In a statement released earlier this week, the district said the matter was “handled swiftly...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point handles Hayden 42-12
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were off last week, and they looked well-rested when the Hayden Wildcats came to town Friday night. West Point jumped out to a 21-6 lead in the first half and the Warriors continued to put points...
