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    Veteran Memorial: Henry Paul Grusnick

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    Henry Paul Grusnick was born June 10, 1888, in Cullman to German immigrants. Grusnick joined the United States Army, and the young Private was a member of the 6th Group, 75th Company, Mounted Division.   He was at Camp Hancock in Augusta, Georgia from July 24, 1918,...

    Drive-thru Oktoberfest dinner at St. John’s Sept. 28

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - St. John's Evangelical Protestant Church will host its annual Oktoberfest German Dinner Monday, Sept. 28 from 5-7 p.m. This year's dinner will be drive-thru-style. Dinners can be picked up at the covered drive-thru on the north side of the building and will...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville’s Kelly Pickett commits to Shorter University

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville's play-making point guard Kelly Pickett announced Tuesday that she has committed to go play for head coach Jared Hughes and Shorter University, a Christian school, in Rome, Georgia. In her three years with the Lady Bulldogs, Pickett has won numerous awards and eclipsed the...

    Lt. Gov. Ainsworth calls on Ivey to lift mask mandate

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s Safer at Home Order, including the controversial mask mandate, is set to expire this Friday, March 5 at 5 p.m. Gov. Kay Ivey will hold a press conference at 11 a.m. Thursday to announce if the order and mandate will...

    PREP SOFTBALL: Fairview blasts Brindlee Mountain in doubleheader, Cullman downs James Clemens 6-1

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After splitting a pair of games against Randolph on Saturday, Fairview hosted Brindlee Mountain in a doubleheader on senior night. In game one, the Lady Aggies routed the Lady Lions, 21-8, behind huge games at the plate from Kyleigh Aleman and Deavan...

    Obituary: Thermon Lee ‘Buddy’ Carden

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    Funeral service for Thermon Lee ‘Buddy’ Carden, 82, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Springhill Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers and Kenneth Deese officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home...

    Cullman council proclaims April Fair Housing Month, readies for Strawberry Festival

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night proclaimed April Fair Housing Month in the city. It also declared April 30-May 6 Small Business Week. Cullman Strawberry Festival Senior Day will be Friday, May 5 from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. at the...

    67-County Alabama Garden Party: Pickens County

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    The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature, “The 67-County Alabama Garden Party,” will spotlight different counties each week. Each county will get its own “quilt block,” along...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Maddox passes Aycock to become Good Hope’s all-time leading scorer

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Raider history was made during last week’s 4A, Area 12 Tournament. During Good Hope’s matchup with Oneonta in the tournament title game, senior guard Cole Maddox passed former Raiders standout Kyle Aycock to become the all-time leading scorer in Good Hope High School’s history....

    Saint Bernard Saints are heroes, too 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Saint Bernard students rolled up their sleeves and donated blood to LifeSouth Monday, March 1 at the school. Of the 24 units collected, 20 were from first-time donors.  According to LifeSouth Donor Recruiter Kimberly Gilbert , one unit of blood saves three...

    Temporary street closings for Strawberry Festival

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    Arnold Street, between First and Second Avenues North East, are now closed and will remain closed all day Friday and Saturday, April 26-27, 2019 for the Strawberry Festival. First Avenue Northeast, between Arnold Street Northeast and Clark Street Northeast, will be closed all day Friday...

    Obituary: Nelda June Graves

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    Mrs. Nelda June Graves went to be with her savior on Sep. 23, 2023, at the age of 87, at her home surrounded by her family. The funeral service will be 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sep. 27, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The interment...

    Arrests and incidents reported June 6, 2022

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 6, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police Department Incidents May 31 unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; First Church of...

    Wallace State Volleyball Coach Randy Daniel marks 600th career win

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College volleyball team is off to a 13-2 start to the 2023 season, with head coach Randy Daniel marking his 600th career win with the Lions and the team continuing its winning streak against conference foes, with 129...

    Obituary: Danny Sanderson

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    Mr. Danny Charles Sanderson, 69, of Danville passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2019 at his residence surrounded by family and friends. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 12, 2019 at Enon Baptist Church with Brother Steve Ledbetter officiating and Cullman Funeral Home...

    Veteran Memorial: Pfc. Jimmie Ray Bice

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    Jimmie Ray Bice was born September 22, 1948 in Birmingham, Alabama. He was the son of Clyde and Marjorie Lois (Sinyard) Bice. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served during Vietnam.  Pfc. Bice was a rifleman attached to Company D, 1st Battalion,...

    Arrests and incidents reported on April 16, 2019 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on April 16, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported.   Cullman Police Department Incidents No incidents reported.   Arrests April 15 Agee, Connie Sue L.,...

    Cullman County Youth Football week 2 scoring recap

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Week two of this year’s Cullman County Youth Football season kicked off Saturday and there were plenty of intriguing games going on around the county. The Cullman Bearcats hosted the Holly Pond Broncos, the Vinemont Eagles traveled to take on the Good...

    Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellor’s, Dean’s Honor Rolls

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    UNIVERSITY, Miss. – Alexander Brooks, of Arab, was named to the University of Mississippi's Spring 2023 Honor Roll lists. Brooks, majoring in mechanical engineering, was named to the Chancellor's Honor Roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75-4.00. In order to...

    AL SoS Allen speaks at Cullman County Republican Women meeting

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen on Tuesday night spoke at the Cullman County Republican Women meeting. He said his primary objective was to get the message across about how important election integrity is to both the state of Alabama and...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders take home openers over Decatur Heritage

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders and Lady Raiders hosted their home openers against Decatur Heritage Friday night, and both collected home wins over the Eagles. In the girls' game, Good Hope jumped out to a huge lead and never gave it...

    Pet of the Week: Help Remmy find his forever home

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay informed us that Peanut, a recent Pet of the Week, has been adopted; and that one of our canine clients, thanks to inter-agency cooperation between shelters and rescue services, has even found his forever...

    Arrests and Incidents reported July 27, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents July 24• theft of property; CR 813• domestic violence; CR 1650• criminal mischief; domestic...

    Nailed it!: Library hosts Spring Break Camp

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – This week the Cullman County Public Library hosted Spring Break Camp for kids aged 8-18. Over three days, activities included a “Nailed It Challenge,” rock painting and a STEM challenge. In Monday’s “Nailed It Challenge,” participants decorated cupcakes like the Minions from...

    West Point man charged with multiple sex crimes

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    Updated 1-27-20 at 6:55 p.m. with the definitions of each charge, according to the Alabama Code. WEST POINT, Ala. - A West Point man has been charged with multiple sex crimes. Chad Wayne Dial, 37, turned himself in to the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) Friday,...

    Cullman Electric Cooperative hosts 87th Annual Meeting

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Despite a little morning drizzle, hundreds of members of the Cullman Electric Cooperative (CEC) assembled at Northbrook Baptist Church on Saturday, Sept.16, 2023, for its 87th Annual Meeting. While the meeting is an opportunity for fun and fellowship, perhaps more importantly,...

    April Walking Tours begin this Saturday

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s an annual tradition, and it begins this Saturday at the Cullman County Museum: the Alabama Tourism Department’s April Walking Tours. The tours will take place every Saturday in April, across 25 cities and towns statewide. According to Cullman County Museum Director...

    50 years later: To the moon and beyond; Apollo 11 and Cullman’s role in the space program

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Today, the United States celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to set foot on the surface of the moon.  Armstrong stepped onto the surface first, famously saying,...

    Obituary: Robert Charles Davis

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    Robert Charles Davis, 50, of Jasper, entered into rest June 17, 2019. He was born June 10, 1969. “Bubba” or “uncle Bo,” as he was referred to by so many, was a 1987 graduate of Curry High School. Robert enjoyed antiquing and finding hidden treasures....

    Wallace State graduate Rick Wilkerson earns full-time employment at Mercedes-Benz USA after completing Tech program

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State graduate Rick Wilkerson is the first individual to earn a full-time job at Mercedes-Benz USA as a product of the college’s Mercedes-Benz Tech Co-Op program. Wilkerson began his full-time position at Mercedes-Benz on Oct. 4. He was among the inaugural...

    PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs claims County Cross Country Championships, Edgeworth, Whitlow win individual titles

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    BREMEN, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Cross Country Championship was hosted at Cold Springs High School Thursday morning and the hometown Eagles claimed both the boys’ and girls’ county titles. Cold Springs’ Ethan Edgeworth (15:18.83) and Paizley Whitlow (19:52.29) placed first in their...

    Vinemont revisits golf cart debate, talks fuel-tax projects

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council met Tuesday night, and as she promised at July’s meeting, resident Leann Evans, who last month confronted the council about an alleged incident with her minor son being on a golf cart and being confronted by Mayor...

    Obituary: Harry William Collins

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    On Monday, June 24, 2019, Harry William Collins, 85, of Cullman, AL, went to be with the Lord. He was survived by his wife of 53 years, Carrie Lee Collins, and by his children, Buddy and Debbie Gilbert of Birmingham, AL, John and Lesley Klem...

    2-car wreck on Hwy. 278 kills 1

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – A two-vehicle wreck on Monday, Oct. 3, claimed the life of Bonnie F. Pirkle, 79, of Crane Hill, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick. A media release from ALEA said the 2003 Oldsmobile Alero...

    City schools placed on heightened awareness Thursday

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools campuses on Thursday were placed on heightened awareness due to perceived threats. According to Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff, there were two incidents. The first was a Snapchat video from 2018 that resurfaced across 17 states Thursday morning. He...

    Obituary: Danny “Donnie” Ray Weaver

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    Funeral services for Danny "Donnie" Ray Weaver, 67, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Lonnie Goodwin officiating; interment in Simcoe Baptist Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Weaver passed...

    PREP BASKETBALL: Addison collects Saturday night sweep of Meek

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    ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted its neighbors to the south, Meek High School, Saturday night for a pair of games that mean a lot towards the road to the Winston County championship. The Lady Bulldogs won the first game 45-36 to avenge an earlier loss...

    Pilot Club of Cullman announces return of fashion show

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    “VOGUE 2023,” the 28th annual Fashion Show & Luncheon, will take place April 26 CULLMAN, Ala. – The Pilot Club of Cullman has announced the return of its popular fashion show. “VOGUE 2023,” the 28th annual Fashion Show & Luncheon, will take place at The...

    Cullman Middle School construction update

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – In May 2022, construction of new buildings at Cullman Middle School began. However, according to the Cullman Middle School Principal Jake Johnson, the construction schedule has had a few setbacks due to some supply chain issues. “We hope to move into the...

    B&E, pursuit ends in arrests of 5 in Hanceville

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  An early morning pursuit in Hanceville ended with the arrests of five individuals Thursday.   According to the Hanceville Police Department (HPD), the five suspects were observed breaking and entering into vehicles on the campus of Wallace State Community College around 5 a.m.   A...

    Jacobs proclaims Public Works Week in city of Cullman

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday proclaimed the week of May 17-23, 2020 “Public Works Week” in the city of Cullman. “Many of the essential services the City of Cullman provides fall under the umbrella of public works,” said Jacobs. “Things that...

    Nov. 3 General Election sample ballot for Cullman County voters

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    Below is a sample of the ballot that Cullman County voters will see in the Nov. 3, 2020 General Election. There will be six statewide amendments on the ballot. Explanations of those amendments are included here.  Statewide Amendment 1 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of...

    Perfect Game lists 3 Trojans as top MLB Draft prospects

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    Troy, Ala. – Three Trojans were named to Perfect Game's list of the nation's top 400 MLB Draft prospects, the organization announced earlier this week. Right-handed pitcher Tekoah Roby, a 2020 signee with the Trojans, was listed as the 112th best prospect in the draft while Levi Thomas and Rigsby...

    SPRING FOOTBALL: Vinemont hosts Good Hope, Danville for spring Jamboree

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - Danville, Good Hope and Vinemont all competed in spring games at Vinemont High School Friday night. In the first game, the Raiders shut out the Hawks 21-0, the Eagles won the second game, defeating Danville 28-0, and in the nightcap, the Eagles edged out the...

    ‘Play with every piece of your heart’: Kaitlyn Benson looks back on her Aggie years

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Fairview softball player Kaitlyn Benson. Kaitlyn made a lot of special memories in her Aggie years, both on and off the field. "I have so many great memories playing softball. I have always enjoyed the times...

    Amerson sentenced to 131 years in death of Bradley Patterson

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Brett Steven Amerson of Morris, Alabama, who was convicted of reckless murder in Cullman County back in April, on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, was sentenced to 131 years in prison by Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Martha Williams. The conviction and sentence,...

    Mystery deepens around Cullman Casting accident as contractors fail to appear for meetings with Department of Labor and investigators

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Two days after an underage worker died in a fall from the roof of Cullman Casting, the primary roofing contractor still cannot name two subcontractors allegedly involved in the project; and the victim’s coworkers, who were witnesses to the 15-year-old’s fall, have vanished, according to...

    Arrests and incidents reported July 16, 2019

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 16, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear   Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported.   Cullman Police DepartmentIncidentsJuly 11 fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St....

    Significant severe weather for North Alabama

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    CLANTON, Ala. – A significant outbreak of severe weather, including strong to violent long-track tornadoes, appears likely for portions of the lower MS Valley. The SPC has upgraded portions of MS, TN, and AR to a High-Risk category, and far northwestern AL into a...

    Obituary: Nancy Elizabeth Cornelius

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    Nancy Elizabeth “Betty” Moore Cornelius, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at the age of 82. She was born, at home, July 4, 1936 in Logan, Alabama to Georgia Leola Hutchison Moore Camp Legg Carden and Marvin Wesley Moore. Betty’s grandparents...

    Arrests and incidents reported July 2, 2019

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 2. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police Department Incidents July 1 fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy 157; general merchandise; $46identity theft; personfirst-degree...

    Files from Yesteryear: 1953

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    From the files of 1953: Pascal Gaddis has bought a new car. Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Noles, of Texas, were visiting relatives here last week. Ralph Benefield has swapped his car for a new truck and has bought a new refrigerator. Edgar Plunkett has bought a new...

    Tornado vs. COVID-19: EMA, National Weather Service, Alabama Department of Public Health recommendations for possible severe weather Tuesday

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    CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - As the nation sits under advisories and orders to self-quarantine, north Alabama could face a weather situation Tuesday that will force them to choose between maintaining social distance and protecting themselves and their families from a tornado or other severe weather. The National Weather...

    Community Storm Shelters open during tornado warnings (updated)

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    The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) offered this updated list of available storm shelters ahead of Wednesday’s storms. Storms from around 5 a.m. Wednesday through 3 a.m. Thursday will be significant and could be dangerous. If you are not in a substantial structure,...

    ‘We want everyone to come and spend the day with us’ – St. Bernard rocks the weekend with Blues & BBQ

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Bernard’s Prep School was filled with the soul, crafts and good foods for the afternoon. Crafts and vendors, both local and from afar, filled the campus with goods to buy. The first day of the festival proved successful. Festival Director Joyce Nix felt positive...

    Arrests and incidents reported February 17, 2022

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 17, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents February 14 domestic violence; CR 1212sell/distribute drugs; unlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession of drug...

    ‘By God’s grace’: ABC Family Medicine celebrates grand opening in Dodge City

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    DODGE CITY, Ala. - ABC Family Medicine in Dodge City held a formal grand opening Saturday. The practice opened for business back on Feb. 18, but Office Manager Jas Talyor said, “We just wanted to do like a grand opening; we wanted warmer weather, to...

    Cullman Community Theatre enjoys 1st dinner theater outing with Neil Simon’s ‘Rumors’

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Community Theatre broke new ground over the weekend with its first non-musical (known as a straight play) and first dinner theater production, Neil Simon’s “Rumors,” at Stone Bridge Farms. The highbrow and slightly irreverent farce told the story of increasingly over-complicated efforts to cover...

    Obituary: James W. Braswell

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    Funeral Service for James W. Braswell, age 83, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sep. 21, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Eric Martin officiating; burial at Mt. Zion Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m....

    Vinemont announces 4th of July fireworks show

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    SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night. announced that the town’s 4th of July fireworks show will be held on Sunday, July 2, from 6-9 p.m. at the Vinemont Sports Complex. Hot dogs, chips and drinks will be served,...

    (Update) Man who led authorities on chase, flipped vehicle granted parole

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    Updated 1-8-20 4:50 p.m MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles held parole hearings for 23 violent offenders this week. Included among them were two with ties to Cullman County. Parole hearings scheduled Tuesday, Jan. 7 included: “Darren Dwight Anderton is a sex offender....

    Register now for summer programs at the North Alabama Agriplex

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex offers several programs this summer. Below are  a few. May 4: Farm Kids Club- Attracting Birds to your Backyard- 9-10:30 a.m. Make a birdhouse and bird feeders.  Learn ways to attract these feathered friends to your home.   The cost...

    Update: Officials weigh in on Wal-Mart automation investment

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – As The Tribune previously reported, the Cullman City Council on Monday night approved a $20 million tax abatement for Wal-Mart, which is planning a $350 million capital investment in the Wal-Mart Distribution Center in south Cullman. According to Cullman Economic Development...

    Hospital entrance to temporarily close

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    HUNTSVILLE, Ala.  — Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that the main drive for Cullman Region Medical Center will be closed Wednesday, March 23, tentatively through June 1, 2022, for work to widen Alabama 157. During this stage of construction, the hospital will remain accessible...

    CCBOE reveals 2020-22 Capital Plan, September personnel considerations

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) this week released its plan for capital improvements during fiscal years 2020 through 2022, which was approved without release of details at the CCBOE’s last meeting. The listed projects are: 2020 Cold Springs Elementary School- $50,000 ElectricalCold Springs High School-...

    Little Pink Dress benefit raises $25K

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Shades of pink are splashed all around; guests are dressed in blush and Barbie pink. Tables are adorned with sequin runners and pink tulle dress centerpieces, floating candles nearby casting shadows on the scene. Exposed brick accents the beauty of the...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 13, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents September 12• unlawful breaking entering motor vehicle; person;...

    PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Chambers, Guthery, Thompson win at Kudzu Hills Invitational; Cold Springs, Cullman capture team titles

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    BREMEN, Ala. – This year’s Kudzu Hills Invitational is in the books and after a special presentation in which the course was dedicated in honor of former Cold Springs Cross-Country Coach Claborn Campbell, the 1A-3A Girls race officially kicked things off. As usual, Holly Pond’s Camilla Chambers was...

    Senior spotlight: ‘Be compassionate with people’

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    Holly Pond's Jackie Horton celebrates over 40 years of serving homebound seniors HOLLY POND, Ala. – Jackie Horton has quite the legacy to flex. Having been married for 55 years, with three children and umpteen grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she has learned a thing or two...

    Hanceville’s Alex Campbell named Cullman County Student of the Year

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville High School senior Alex Campbell was recently named the Cullman County Student of the Year by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce. He was recognized at the Chamber’s State of Our Communities event. He also received a scholarship from the...

    129th annual Cullman County Courthouse Singing Convention this weekend

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday and Sunday, July 8-9, Cullman will celebrate a unique tradition in Alabama: the state’s last regular courthouse singing convention. Singers from all over the state, across the country and even overseas will fill the Cullman County Courthouse’s second-floor district...

    Cullman Middle School expansion on track

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    Construction continues at Cullman Middle School, which is in the midst of a large expansion that will add 16 classrooms and several new amenities. CULLMAN, Ala. - With students out for the summer and classes wrapped for the 2022-2023 school year, Cullman Middle School...

    Arrests and incidents reported June 3, 2022

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 3, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police Department Incidents June 1 theft of property – 4th degree; Bargain Hunt;...

    Inaugural Children’s Miracle Network Benefit Ride

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Saturday yielded a good turnout for the first Children’s Miracle Network Benefit Ride at the Southern Wal-Mart located on Olive Street. All the money raised from the ride will go to Children’s of Alabama Hospital. Ride organizer Yvonne Roden wistfully shared...

    Cullman PALS accepting nominations for Beautification Awards

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County’s chapter of People Against a Littered State (PALS) is taking nominations through April 30 for area businesses to be considered for its 2019 Beautification Awards.  PALS recently took charge of the program after several years of it being handled...

    PREP BASKETBALL: East Lawrence comes from behind to top Vinemont 41-39

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    VINEMONT, Ala. – This year’s Vinemont Tip-Off Classic concluded with Vinemont facing off against East Lawrence. The Lady Eagles held a lead late in the game, but East Lawrence rallied to come from behind and defeat Vinemont 41-39. East Lawrence jumped out to a 4-0...

    Arrests and incidents reported October 29, 2021

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 29, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police Department Incidents October 27 fourth-degree theft of property; Hobby Lobby; Town Square...

    Obituary: Betty Carol Graves

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    Now, a beautiful soul is at peace; hardworking hands are at rest. Our own earthly angel, Betty Carol Graves, 77, answered her Father when he whispered her name. Carol shared her life with her beloved husband, Elton Graves, for 56 years. Together, they shared a wonderful...

    Duck River Dam lawsuit settled in Cullman’s favor

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Earlier this year, the City of Cullman quietly concluded a six year-long lawsuit against the construction company and engineers who built the dam that created the Duck River Reservoir, Cullman’s newest municipal water supply, following Lake Catoma.   According to a statement drafted...

    Update: Pursuit ends in Holly Pond, 2 arrested

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    HOLLY POND, Ala. - Two people were arrested following a pursuit that began near Colony and ended in Holly Pond Sunday evening along Brooklyn Road. The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) said in a statement the pursuit began after deputies responded to a burglary...

    LIST: Cullman-area 4th of July family events

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Here's a look at some 4th of July activities going on around the county. If you know of an event not listed, please email wendy@cullmantribune.com. July 4th PicnicFairview: The Grace Place is hosting a July 4th Picnic Sunday, June 30 beginning at...

    Sales Tax-Free Weekend July 16–18

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Beginning at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 16, all back-to-school buyers can participate in the annual Sales Tax-Free Weekend. Each year on the third weekend in July, the state waives its 4% sales tax on all qualifying back-to-school items. This weekend offers...

    Cullman Regional now offering newest technology in total knee & hip replacement with Stryker’s Mako Robotic Arm-Assisted Surgery Program

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional is the first hospital in central Alabama to offer robotic-arm assisted total knee and total hip replacements with its Mako System. This latest advancement in joint replacement surgery transforms the way total knee and hip replacements are performed. The demand...

    UAB Football opens 2020 season Thursday with Central Arkansas

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The UAB football team is set to open the 2020 season this Thursday, Sept. 3, by hosting Central Arkansas at Legion Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. on ESPN3. The Blazers enter the season with extremely high expectations as the back-to-back C-USA West...

    School-aged kids can get free weekly meals every Tuesday in June

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Each Tuesday during the month of June, a week’s worth of free meals will be provided for school-aged children at the Cullman County Child Development Center. Residents can pick up five frozen breakfasts, five frozen lunches, vegetables, fruit, one gallon of...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Eagles, Bulldogs, Tigers, Aggies traveling this week as postseason approaches

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    Postseason football is right around the corner and this year we’ll have a host of local teams in the state playoff field, some of which are preparing to hit the road for region matchups this week. Vinemont will travel to J.B. Pennington, Fairview will head to Randolph,...

    AL Rep. Fred Plump charged with conspiracy and obstruction, agrees to resign

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    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Alabama Rep. Fred L. Plump Jr., D-Fairfield, has been charged with conspiracy and obstruction of justice and has agreed to resign from the Alabama House of Representatives, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona, Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent in Charge...

    Obituary: Shelly Dawn Woods

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    Memorial services for Shelly Dawn Woods, 47, of Falkville, will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Ms. Woods passed away Sunday, July 7, 2019. She was born Oct. 3, 1971...

    ‘In Cullman as in Heaven’: Church hosting prayer walk this Sunday

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – While many Christian denominations differ in several areas such as method of worship or regularity of communion, many in the Christian faith agree that prayer is a simple, powerful method of calling for change and action. This Sunday, Oct. 8, many...

    CMS Band receives donation from local supporters

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Middle School’s band received a special donation Wednesday morning and it was the latest of several donations made over the years by a pair of local supporters. Since 2014, Ray and Benton Buchmann have been supporters of the Cullman Middle School band and donated...

    Obituary: Ray Wadsworth

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    Ray Wadsworth, 95, passed away Monday, July 31, 2023. Ray was a lifelong resident of Arley, AL. He was born on May 23, 1928. Ray was devoted to and loved his family above all. He was a private in the 323rd Division of the US...

    Dodge City moves forward with drainage plans for CR 216, welcomes local Girl Scouts

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    DODGE CITY, Ala. – The Dodge City Town Council on Thursday evening discussed the plan and project proposal for replacing the drainage structure under County Road 216/Beech Grove Road at Simpson Creek. Stephen Blankenship from McGehee Engineering presented the project to the council. He...

    Tim Scott Recreational Trail at Duck River Reservoir wins national award

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - During Monday evening’s Cullman City Council meeting, Mayor Woody Jacobs took time to recognize the Cullman Economic Development Agency and Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism for a national award they received for the development of the Tim Scott Recreational Trail...

    Cold Springs’ Kudzu Hills dedicated in honor of Claborn Campbell

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    BREMEN, Ala. – The Kudzu Hills Invitational is always a special morning at Cold Springs High School, but this year’s event will truly stand out among the rest. Before the races began Saturday morning, a special presentation was made for former Eagles Cross Country...

    Bringing out the Best: Easter Bunny makes early visit to homes on Cullman’s south side

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, a curious character identified only as “Mr. E. Bunny” was spotted in neighborhoods on Cullman’s south side, leaving eggs and other treats in the yards of several local homes with elderly residents or children.  Bunny told The Tribune, “Since tomorrow...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont working to ‘finish games’ in 2020

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    VINEMONT, Ala. – After coming up just short of a playoff berth last fall, the Vinemont Eagles are preparing to bounce back and make another run at the postseason in 2020. The Eagles are losing a lot of production from last year’s squad in...

    Fairview HS Principal Chris Gambrill announces retirement

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview High School Principal Dr. Chris Gambrill on Thursday, June 15, announced his retirement as a full-time educator. "Dr. Gambrill has made a positive impact on thousands of young lives during his career in the Cullman County School System," stated Cullman County...

    3 local students named to Troy University Provost’s List

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    TROY, Ala. -  Troy is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Provost's List for the Fall Semester and Term 2 of the 2022-2023 academic year. Full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who have...

    Bringing Out the best: Milo’s offers free meals to area children through May 15

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    HOMEWOOD, Ala. - On Tuesday, Milo’s Hamburgers informed The Tribune that it has recently launched the “Alabama Strong” campaign to support the communities where its restaurants are located across Central and North Alabama.  In a statement, Milo's public relations specialist wrote, “Alabama residents have supported Milo’s for nearly...

    Arrests and Incidents reported Oct. 18, 2023

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported. Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents October 16• domestic violence; person; Walker St. SW•...