PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont falls to Southeastern 34-14
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles were back home Friday night to host Southeastern, and they had their hands full with the Mustangs. Southeastern built a 22-14 lead in the first half and the Eagles were unable to chip away in the second half,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison dominates Decatur Heritage 57-0
DECATUR, Ala. – The Addison Bulldogs traveled to Decatur Heritage for a matchup with the Eagles Friday night and they dominated this one from start to finish. The Bulldogs jumped out to a 44-0 lead in the first half and tacked on two more...
‘He saved our son’s life’
Off-duty Cullman firefighter saves local child
CULLMAN, Ala. – An off-duty local firefighter was in the right place at the right time on Aug. 16, and he saved the life of a Cullman child who had an accident involving a Polaris Ranger utility task vehicle...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview earns 40-23 win over Springville
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After dominating Fultondale on the road last week, Fairview was on the field for its home opener against Springville at Dafford Smith Stadium Friday night. The score was knotted at 14 late in the first quarter but the Aggies scored 19...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond takes 74-41 shootout at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond traveled to Ray Talley Stadium for a county matchup against the Hanceville Bulldogs Friday night and defense was almost nowhere to be found in this one. Both teams combined to score 85 points in the first half with Holly...
PREP FOOTBALL: Second half surge leads Good Hope past West Point 42-7
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders hosted the West Point Warriors in a county matchup on Friday night. After a close first half, Good Hope broke the game wide open in the second half, scoring three touchdowns en route to a 42-7 win over...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek falls at Winston County 46-22
DOUBLE SPRINGS, Ala. – After taking their season opener over Lynn last week, the Meek Tigers hit the road for a local matchup against Winston County Friday night. This game was a tale of two halves for the Tigers. They trailed just 16-14 at...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs handles Curry 44-7
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles were back home to host Curry Friday night and they improved to 2-0 on the year with a comfortable win over the Yellow Jackets. The Eagles led 20-7 at halftime and cruised through the second half on...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman drops nailbiter at Mortimer Jordan 21-20
KIMBERLY, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats traveled to Mortimer Jordan Friday night for a matchup with the Blue Devils and this one came down to the wire. Trailing 14-0 at halftime, the ‘Cats were able to tie things up at 14 early in the...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 29, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 29, 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
August 28
harassment; person; Gold Mark Ct. SW
Arrests
August 28
Gamble, William...
UAB outlasts Alabama State in offensive showdown
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Quarterback Jalen Kitna and running back Jevon Jackson spearheaded an impressive offensive performance in leading the UAB football team to a season-opening 52-42 victory over Alabama State on Thursday night at Protective Stadium.
UAB (1-0) put up 520 total yards, led by Jackson with 166 rushing...
Wallace State’s McDonald, Sobol named ACCC Volleyball Players of the Week
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- Wallace State sophomore Abby McDonald and freshman Sofiia Sobol were named ACCC Volleyball Players of the Week following their performances last week in the Alabama/Mississippi Crossover event at Itawamba Community College.
McDonald, from Fairview HS, finished with an average of 4.64 digs and 1.07 assists per...
Pet of the Week: Humble Hank, the prince of fun
CULLMAN, Ala. - Humble Hank, a 2-year-old Hound/Beagle mix, is as genuine and good-natured as his name suggests. He’s the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
With low to medium energy, he’s an unassuming and respectful fellow who simply thrives in your company. Give him a little...
Gudger: Work cleared to begin on $680k wastewater grant project in Holly Pond
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Senate President Pro Tempore Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, on Wednesday, Aug. 27, announced that work is cleared to begin on a wastewater system upgrade in Holly Pond that is being funded with a $680,000 grant he said he helped secure from the...
Library board meeting notes: Aug. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board held its monthly meeting on Thursday, Aug. 21. It approved minutes from the previous meeting, along with the financial report and a clean audit review. Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) Director Amber Thornton shared that she had...
County receives $711K grant for improvements to Stony Lonesome
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission was awarded a Recreational Trails Program grant for more than $700,000 for improvements to Stony Lonesome OHV Park. The grant was announced by Gov. Kay Ivey’s office on Thursday, Aug. 28. According to the media release, the funds...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 28, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 28, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 25
harassing communications; CR 754
domestic violence; CR 1756
theft of property; CR 1564
theft of property; CR...
‘It’s a community filled with amazing people who support one another’: Holly Pond’s John Garcia reflects on Bronco years
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's John Garcia earned his diploma in May, and in this interview, he talked about his favorite memories playing alongside some great teammates and friends on the football field and memories he made in the classroom with his fellow...
Wallace State falls 2-0 in historic return to home field
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State men’s soccer made its long-awaited return to the home pitch on Tuesday afternoon, hosting a match for the first time since the program was disbanded in 2013. The Lions battled but ultimately dropped a 2-0 decision to Copiah-Lincoln Community College.
Copiah-Lincoln broke...
Wallace State Cross Country earns top 10 preseason rankings
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State cross country will open the 2025 season with both programs among the nation’s elite. In the NJCAA Division II Preseason Rankings, the women’s team is slotted at No. 2 in the country, while the men’s team checks in at...
Southside Baptist hosting community Block Party Aug. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. – Southside Baptist Church is inviting the community to an evening of free food, games and family fun at its first-ever Block Party, set for Saturday, Aug. 30, from 4–7 p.m.
“We have fun planned for everyone!” said Southside Pastor Parker Allen. “There...
West Point, Good Hope host ‘Love Like Lexi Project’ assemblies
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Students at West Point High School and Good Hope High School participated in a pair of special assemblies this week. Andrea Mills, founder of the Love Like Lexi (LLL) Project spent Monday and Tuesday mornings hosting assemblies at both schools...
2 big fall yard sales happening in September
CULLMAN, Ala. – Bargain hunters will have two opportunities this September to shop for deals and hidden treasures at two major community yard sales. The Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center Yard Sale will take place on Saturday, Sept.13, from 7 a.m.-3 p.m., followed by...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 27, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 27, 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
August 25
burglary-3rd degree; person; 5th Ave. SE
theft of property-4th...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison downs Danville at home 3-1
ADDISON, Ala. -- Perennial 1A volleyball power Addison hosted the 4A Danville Lady Hawks Tuesday night in what turned out to be a pretty decent match. Addison took the match in four sets, 17-25, 25-13, 25-14, 25-23.
The Addison ladies came out very, very sluggish in...
Pollinator Party focuses on pollinator conservation
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Extension Office hosted a “Pollinator Count Party” the morning of Friday, Aug. 22, as part of the Great Southeast Pollinator Census, a three-day project that ran Aug. 22-24, that invited people of all ages to contribute to pollinator...
Gudger appoints Cullman Regional CEO to Alabama Rural Roadmap Initiative
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional CEO James Clements has been appointed by Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, to serve on the Alabama Rural Roadmap Initiative.
Formed during the 2025 legislative session under Gudger’s leadership, the Alabama Rural Roadmap Initiative is intended to...
‘There’s a new level of performance here’
Cullman Community Theatre director reflects on ’Fiddler on the Roof,’ future
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Theatre recently wrapped its production of “Fiddler on the Roof,” with performances that aimed not only to entertain, but also to educate the cast and audience about Jewish...
Allbright easily wins District 11 seat
CULLMAN, Ala. – Republican Heath Allbright easily won the State House District 11 General Election on Tuesday, beating Democrat Alexandria Braswell.
Unofficial districtwide results, according to the Alabama Secretary of State’s website:
Alexandria Braswell: 11.15% (351 votes)
Heath Allbright: 88.38% (2,783 votes)
Write-in: 0.48% (15 votes)
Unofficial Cullman County...
Local Municipal Election results
Updated Aug. 27, 2025, at 5:15 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Voters across Cullman County headed to the polls Tuesday, Aug. 26, for local Municipal Elections.
Unofficial election results are below, listed by municipality.
Baileyton
Council Place 2 Donna Kent and Place 3 Jack McGee were unopposed.
Mayor: Challenger Benny Guthrie...
Groovy, baby! Senior Health Fair returns Sept.18
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Aging will host its annual Senior Health Fair on Thursday, Sept. 18, from 9:30 a.m.-noon at the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center. The free event is open to adults 55 and older and will feature...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Vinemont sweeps tri-match with J.B. Pennington, Corner
VINEMONT, Ala. -- The Vinemont Lady Eagles hosted the J.B. Pennington Lady Tigers and the Corner Lady Yellow Jackets in a tri-match on Tuesday night. Vinemont swept J.B. Pennington in three straight sets in the first game, and the Lady Eagles knocked off the Lady Yellow...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 26, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 26, 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
August 24
assault-3rd degree; person; Field of Miracles Dr. SW
August...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Cross-Country aims for 8th straight conference title, national success
HANCEVILLE, AL — Coming off another strong season under head coach Tony Crider, the Wallace State Lions enter the 2025 cross-country season with championship aspirations and plenty of depth on both the men’s and women’s sides.
With their sights set on capturing an eighth consecutive...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball opens season 4-0 at Mississippi/Alabama Crossover
The Wallace State volleyball team got off to a strong start, sweeping all four of its matches at the Mississippi/Alabama Crossover hosted by Itawamba Community College. The Lions posted a perfect 4-0 record in Fulton, Mississippi, defeating a quartet of Mississippi opponents.
Wallace State opened...
Cullman County Tourism Bureau’s Harmony Heard receives statewide honor
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Tourism Bureau on Monday announced that Executive Director Harmony Heard was named Tourism Industry Employee of the Year at the 2025 Alabama Governor’s Conference on Tourism.
The award, one of the state’s most distinguished honors in the tourism field,...
District 11 and Municipal Elections today, Aug. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – Voters across Cullman County will head to the polls today to take part in local Municipal Elections. Voters in Alabama House District 11 will also have a chance to cast their ballots in the State House District 11 General Election.
Those voters...
ADPH announces first case of measles in Alabama since 2002
MMR vaccination is encouraged
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) was notified on Monday, Aug. 25, that a child under 5 years of age living in north Alabama has been confirmed to have measles. The unvaccinated child contracted measles while traveling...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 25, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 25, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 21
possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; I65SB MM 294
domestic violence; CR 747
assault; CR...
COLUMN: Let’s go out to eat
Back when I was growing up, if Mama said, “Let’s go out to eat,” we did not head for the car. We weren’t going anywhere. She literally meant out…as in outside…as in not in the house.
I could count on my digits the number of...
Cullman City School Board: Aug. 19 meeting notes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board held its regular board meeting and first FY2025-2026 budget hearing on Aug. 19. A budget was presented (see separate story), updates on governance compliance were discussed and personnel changes and contracts were reviewed.
The June 2025 financial...
Gudger announces $5K grants for each high school band in his district
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, kicked off football season over the weekend by announcing he will present a $5,000 grant to every public high school band in his district.“Just like football teams, students in high school bands devote hours in summertime heat to practice and...
Business spotlight: Golden Touch Luxury Showers
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new, locally owned business has opened up in the heart of downtown Cullman: Golden Touch Luxury Showers.
Co-owners Rita and Michael Golden said they opened their first storefront to provide durable, American-made showers at a fair cost to the community.
“I’ve been...
Elementary students create ‘digital lockers’ while learning AI, design
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at East Elementary School had a chance to create their own lockers — digitally — as part of an innovative project using design software and artificial intelligence art creation tools.The project allowed some fifth and sixth grade students the opportunity...
Restore Therapy joins Wallace State in Powerful Partnership and as scholarship provider
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College welcomed Restore Therapy Services as its latest participant in its Powerful Partnership program and as a new contributor to scholarships for Wallace State students.
“Partnering with Wallace State Community College allows us to invest in our most valuable...
Dolly Parton Imagination Library expands to Alabama foster children
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) in partnership with the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education (ADECE) is excited to announce the expansion of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program to Alabama foster children.
Starting in August, every child in foster...
WSCC SOCCER: Abram’s late goal lifts Wallace State over Holmes in season opener
GOODMAN, MS — The Wallace State men’s soccer team kicked off the 2025 season with a statement victory on the road, edging Holmes Community College 1-0 on Friday behind a late strike from Kaisel Abram and a gritty defensive performance.
Abram delivered the game-winner in...
Cullman County Youth Football week 1 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The 2025 Cullman County Youth Football season is here, and there were a handful of games going on around the county on Saturday. The Vinemont Eagles hosted the Fairview Aggies, the West Morgan Rebels traveled to take on the Cold Springs...
FAITH: ‘I want Jesus to shine through me’: Fairview’s Kailyn Redding reflects on her faith
FAIRIVEW, Ala. -- Fairview High School's Kailyn Redding is starting her junior year and, in this interview, she discussed her relationship with God, starting with one of her favorite Bible verses.
"He means so much to me. I need Him every single day. He has...
Files from Yesteryear: Aug. 23, 1934
From the files of Aug. 23, 1934
CITY SCHOOL WILL OPEN SEPTEMBER 3
The Cullman city school will open Monday, September 3, at 10 o'clock. The public is invited to attend the opening exercises.
Book lists and books can be had at the Geo. Stiefelmeyer store. Books...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont falls at Falkville 22-6
FALKVILLE, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to Falkville to kick off the 2025 season against the Blue Devils Friday night but unfortunately for the road crowd, the Eagles were unable to return home with the win.
Falkville took the game’s opening kickoff to the house to...
CCSO holds promotion ceremony
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office held a promotion ceremony honoring leadership and service on Thursday, Aug. 21, at the CCSO Training Center.Sheriff Matt Gentry said the ceremony recognized the hard work, dedication and leadership of several outstanding members of the CCSO...
Wallace State volleyball eyes another championship-caliber season
HANCEVILLE, Ala - Wallace State volleyball enters the 2025 season with high expectations and a familiar edge under veteran head coach Randy Daniel. After posting an impressive 37-11 record last year, the Lions are reloaded with a talented mix of returning leaders and dynamic...
Cullman City Schools presents proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has released its proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which the board said reflects a strong commitment to academic excellence, responsible stewardship of taxpayer funds and continued investment in facilities, programs and personnel to support student success.
The proposed budgeted...
Who’s paying whom? Cullman City Council – Municipal Election
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Tribune continues its observance of campaign finances with this look at the candidates for Cullman City Council. Items for this story were gathered from reports filed for the period from May 1- Aug. 1, 2025. If a candidate formed his...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison snaps streak with 41-20 win over Winston County
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the archrival Yellow Jackets of Winston County Friday night and in a very physical game with a packed house, the Bulldogs came away with an impressive 41-20 win to start the season 1-0. Addison Head Coach Mark Hastings accomplished...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview handles Fultondale on the road 48-0
FULTONDALE, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies traveled to Fultondale to kick off the 2025 season Friday night and they dominated from start to finish, returning home with a 48-0 win and a 1-0 start to the season.
Fairview got the ball to start out the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman drops season opener to Bob Jones 28-3
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats were back on Mark Britton Field at Oliver Woodard Stadium Friday night to kick off the 2025 season but the ‘Cats had their hands full with Bob Jones. The Patriots took a 7-0 lead early in the second...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point opens season with 30-6 win over Haleyville
HALEYVILLE, Ala. – West Point hit the road to take on the Lions of Haleyville in its season opener Friday night and the Warriors returned home with a win to start the year 1-0. West Point went into the locker room with a 17-6...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond drops season opener at Appalachian 25-0
ONEONTA, Ala. – Holly Pond hit the road to open up the 2025 season at Appalachian Friday night and the Broncos had their hands full with the Eagles. Appalachian led 12-0 at halftime and the Eagles continued pulling away in the second half on...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek kicks off season with 20-6 win over Lynn
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek opened the 2025 season with a Winston County battle against Lynn at Tiger Stadium Friday night and the Tigers are off to a 1-0 start. Meek led 6-0 at the halftime break but found the end zone two more times...
Wallace State Athletics shines in classroom with 9 teams earning NJCAA Academic Team of the Year honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College continues to demonstrate its commitment to excellence both on the field and in the classroom, with nine athletic programs earning NJCAA Academic Team of the Year honors for the 2024–25 academic year.
The prestigious recognition is awarded to...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 22, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 22, 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
August 17
theft of property-3rd degree; person; leaf blower; $1,000;...
World Changers in Cullman: ‘Showing God’s love’
Changing the world can start right here at home. That’s something Steve Eddleman knows to be true. Eddleman first got involved with World Changers in 1998.
“I’m what is considered the site coordinator. I am the one who requested the project here,” he said. “I...
Pet of the Week: Amber’s golden heart shines through
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Amber, a 3-month-old tortoiseshell domestic shorthair whose personality is just as striking as her coat. Friendly, inquisitive and outgoing, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week thrives with both playtime and snuggle time, so she’s always ready to keep you company.
This...
Tribune Debate Series continues Saturday with District 11, Cullman City Council
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune Debate Series returns Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Bailey Center auditorium on the campus of Wallace State Community College in Hanceville.
The day will open with the Alabama House District 11 candidate forum at 11:45 a.m.
Democrat Alexandria Braswell will participate in a...
John Drozda found guilty of 2023 murder of Thomas Brannon
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County jury on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, found John Wesley Drozda, 38, of Cullman, guilty of murder for the Sept. 17, 2023, shooting death of Thomas James Brannon, 37, also of Cullman.
Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker said the...
St. Paul’s to host traditional German-language worship service Sept. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - As part of Cullman’s annual Oktoberfest celebrations, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will offer a special Gottesdienst (Divine Service) conducted entirely in German on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. The service will be held at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 513 Fourth Ave....
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs hammers Hanceville in season opener 65-7
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs hosted a county battle with the Hanceville Bulldogs at Cranford Stricklin Stadium Thursday night, and the Eagles kicked off the season in dominant fashion, hammering Hanceville 65-7. Cold Springs built a 43-0 lead in the second quarter before the...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 21, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 21, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 18
domestic violence; Willow Bend
stalking; CR 222
unlawful breaking and entering a motor vehicle; I65SB Rest...
Haynes graduates from 2-year leadership development program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Two years ago, 18 Alabama farmers and ag professionals embarked on an intense, immersive and impactful leadership development experience.
Six institutes later, members of Class VI graduated from the Agricultural Leaders for Alabama (A.L.F.A. Leaders) program Aug. 16. The young leaders were...
Berlin Town Council plans for upcoming fiscal year
BERLIN, Ala. – Mayor Patrick Bates opened the monthly session of the Berlin Town Council on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025. The meeting commenced with an invocation and Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Donald Gunter.
The August monthly session dealt heavily with preparing the budget...
CCBOE cuts ribbon on multipurpose facility at West Point
WEST POINT, Ala. – Tuesday was an exciting day at West Point High School as students were joined by representatives from the Cullman County Board of Education to cut the ribbon on a new multipurpose facility.
The new facility is located just behind the softball...
Chick-fil-A opening 2nd Cullman location in November
CULLMAN, Ala. – The second Chick-fil-A location in Cullman will open in mid-November, according to Director of Human Resources Breana Posey.
She said the new location on Alabama Highway 157 will be under the same leadership as the first, on Cherokee Avenue.
“Randy Earnest is the...
FAITH: Envision Weekend coming Aug. 23
CULLMAN, Ala. – Youth pastors and leaders across Cullman are invited to bring their students to Envision Weekend, hosted at Bethlehem West Baptist Church on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025.
West Bethlehem Youth Pastor Coty Flynn described Envision Weekend as “targeting missions, community and worship all...
Editorial: USPS cannot pick and choose
The United States Postal Service (USPS) was built on one promise: to deliver the nation’s mail, fairly and without exception. But this week in Cullman, that promise was broken.
Subscribers who didn’t receive their Tribune on time have one thing to blame — management. District...
Additional arrest made in Infusion Wellness and Spa case
CULLMAN, Ala. – An additional arrest has been made in connection with the ongoing investigation involving Infusion Wellness and Spa. On Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, at approximately 3:08 p.m., the Cullman Police Department, assisted by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, took Kody Ray Smith,...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 20, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 20, 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
August 18
duty upon striking unattended vehicle; person; damage to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats working to be ‘Ready and Resilient’ this fall
CULLMAN, Ala. – Kickoff of the 2025 season is right around the corner and the Cullman Bearcats have been hard at work this offseason preparing to hit the field once again. The ‘Cats will have some new faces on the field and on the...
CPRST holds 2nd forum to discuss playground plans at East Side Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism (CPRST) hosted locals for another forum on the updates coming to East Side Park at the Omniplex Monday night. During their first forum, CPRST heard ideas for new playground additions from residents in attendance and...
CCSO hosting free Firearm Familiarization Classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office will host Firearm Familiarization Classes every second Thursday through October. Said Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, “Whether you're a beginner or an experienced shooter, this is a great chance to sharpen your skills with one-on-one instruction from...
Blood drive at Wallace State to honor Sophia Zeigler
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host LifeSouth Community Blood Centers and Sophia’s Giving Hands Foundation on Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on the Hanceville campus, for a blood drive held in memory of Sophia Zeigler.
Zeigler tragically lost her life...
FAITH: ‘We are called to be like Jesus’: Addison’s Kinsley Nuss reflects on her faith
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison High School's Kinsley Nuss just kicked off her junior year, and in this interview, she discusses her faith, starting with when she was saved back in 2017.
"God has meant so much to me. He helps me every day. I've been...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview Aggies ready to ‘go deeper’ this fall
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies have racked up a lot of wins in recent years and with football season right around the corner, they’re preparing to hit the field and add to that win total in 2025. Fairview claimed the Region 7 championship...
Wallace State celebrates nursing graduates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education recently celebrated more than 100 students at its August pinning ceremony held at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre inside the Garlan Gudger Student Center.
“This evening, we gather here in the spirit of celebration...
Agriplex hosts ‘Armadillo Rodeo’ for Little Farmers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex's Little Farmers Preschool Program gives children an opportunity to explore agriculture, nature and community through hands-on, kid-friendly activities. Children ages 3-5 (with an adult) meet one Friday morning each month throughout the school year. Each month includes...
Cullman’s Academy Sports + Outdoors to open Sept. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – Academy Sports + Outdoors will open its first store in Cullman next month, the company said in a media release. The opening date is listed as Sept. 15, 2025, on the company’s website. Located at 1667 Second Ave. SW, the 55,000-square-foot store...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 19, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 19, 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
August 18
fraudulent use of credit/debit card; person; miscellaneous charges
Arrests
August...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point Warriors ready to battle in 2025
WEST POINT, Ala. – It’s nearly time to kick off another football season in Cullman County and the West Point Warriors have been hard at work this offseason preparing to get back on the gridiron. Head Coach Kevin McCravy is entering his second season...
FAITH: ‘He has blessed me so much’: Good Hope’s Alex Lay discusses relationship with God
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope High School's Alex Lay just started his junior year and, in this interview, he discusses his faith, starting with his experience at a church camp that changed his life.
"God means so much to me. I've dedicated my life...
Bee Counted: Pollinator Count Party set for Aug. 22 at Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Extension Office and the North Alabama Agriplex will host a Pollinator Count Party on Friday, Aug. 22, from 9–10 a.m. at the Agriplex as part of the Great Southeast Pollinator Census, a large-scale science project taking place across...
PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders eyeing postseason return in 2025
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders are coming off a stellar 2024 season and they have high hopes once again in 2025. Good Hope recorded 10 wins, a region championship and hosted a playoff game a season ago and as he prepares...
Sacred Heart welcomes new pastor
CULLMAN, Ala. - In June, Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Cullman welcomed its new pastor Fr. Linus Klucsarits, OSB, following the reassignment of longtime pastor Fr. Patrick Egan, OSB to St. Michael Catholic Church in Florence.
Fr. Linus, the former Paul Klucsarits, was...
Good Samaritan hosting free Health & Wellness Fun Day Sept. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Good Samaritan Health Clinic in Cullman is inviting the community to the inaugural Caring for Cullman Health & Wellness Fun Day, set for Saturday, Sept.13, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 118 Veterans Dr. SW in Cullman.
Executive Director Jolanda Hutson said...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 18, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 18, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
August 14
harassment; CR 18
theft of property; CR 468
trafficking drugs; possession of dangerous drugs; possession of...
Auburn to retire Cam Newton’s jersey number
AUBURN, Ala. — Auburn Athletics will retire 2010 Heisman Trophy winner Cam Newton’s No. 2 jersey, making him the fourth player in program history to have his number retired. The retirement ceremony will take place at the Georgia game on Oct. 11 at Jordan-Hare Stadium.
Newton’s...
Tatum Brown earns $1K Alfa Foundation Scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Tatum Brown of Cullman was recently selected as one of 100 recipients of the 2025-26 Alfa Foundation Scholarship Program. Brown, a freshman at Wallace State Community College, received $1,000 to use toward tuition, fees, books or supplies.
Since 2014, the Alfa Foundation has awarded $1,150,000 to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville hungry for playoff push in 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Another football season is right around the corner and that means its almost time for the Hanceville Bulldogs to hit the field once again. The Bulldogs came up short of some of their goals a season ago but with experience returning...
Sadie Graham earns $1K Alfa Foundation Scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Sadie Graham of Cullman was recently selected as one of 100 recipients of the 2025-26 Alfa Foundation Scholarship Program. Graham, a freshman at Calhoun Community College, received $1,000 to use toward tuition, fees, books or supplies.
Since 2014, the Alfa Foundation has awarded $1,150,000 to deserving...
COLUMN: Things don’t always go as planned
Jean and I are frequent visitors at antiques shops and malls. We often find treasures there that end up either in our house or in my own antiques booth. I love to find items I can rebuild, refinish or repurpose and then pass them...
