Obituary: Gary Wayne Goggans
Gary Wayne Goggans, age 67, of Double Springs, passed away, Friday, Dec. 8, 2023 at Princeton Baptist Medical Center.
He was born March 6, 1956...
Santa’s Workshop open for visitors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Following a move from its former location on Alabama Highway 157 to a larger building on U.S. Highway 278 West, Santa’s...
Local family entering mission field in January
CULLMAN, Ala. - If you asked Lyndsie Camper what her heart loves most, she would say without hesitation, “To serve others.”
Camper, her husband Micah...
‘Y’all come eat!’: Free Vinemont Community Thanksgiving Meal this Saturday
VINEMONT, Ala. - Community leaders in Vinemont are preparing to dish out a traditional Thanksgiving meal to local families. The town will host its...
Obituary: Corinne Byrd Glasscock
Funeral service for Corinne Byrd Glasscock, age 102, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian...
Fairview Senior Center searching for Meals on Wheels driver
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Senior Center is looking for a volunteer to deliver meals to local homebound clients.
Fairview Senior Center Manager Angie Carter...
Cullman City Council celebrates parks and recreation achievement
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Council on Monday evening took time to recognize Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) for its recent...
CATA students build, donate storage building to Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) carpentry and industrial maintenance students teamed up to flex their skills and present the North Alabama...
Victim Services invites community to ‘Walk a Mile in Their Shoes’ Oct. 28
CULLMAN, Ala. - October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Victim Services of Cullman (VSOC) is hosting its inaugural Walk a Mile in Their...
WSCC Criminal Justice hosting ‘Crime Scene House’ to benefit Lions’ Kitchen
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – While haunted houses and frightening corn maze experiences are fairly common this time of year, few things spark more fear than...
Obituary: Johnny Ray Greer, Sr.
Funeral service for Johnny Ray Greer, Sr. age 51, of Cullman, will be Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home...
Poison candy: The urban legend of Halloween
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Every Halloween, parents are warned to keep their children safe from intentional candy poisonings. While there are always risks, the...
Cullman Primary Care undergoing consolidation
CULLMAN, Ala. — With its roots deeply planted in providing core primary care services, Cullman Primary Care, PC (CPC) has seen rapid expansion over...
Jacobs proclaims Oct. 28 Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Day; MS walk at Heritage Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – As North Central Neurology Associates gears up for its Multiple Sclerosis (MS) awareness walk to be held Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023,...
‘We accept everyone who comes through that door’
Northside Baptist Church hosts monthly community meal
CULLMAN, Ala. – The small parking lot of Northside Baptist Church was packed on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Oct. 18, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Arrests and Incidents reported Oct. 17, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 17, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
Obituary: Ronald Allen Stone
Ronald Allen Stone, age 49, of Crane Hill, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023. He was born Jan. 17, 1974, to Lawrence Randole...
Scott Brown named principal of Good Hope High School
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education at its October meeting approved the hiring of Scott Brown as the next principal of...
Daystar Church helping Alabama missionaries find safe passage from Israel
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Daystar Church and Lead Pastor Jerry Lawson have set the wheels in motion to help Alabama residents leave Israel amid...
Obituary: Gloria Ann Barton
Gloria Ann Barton, 67, of Haleyville, passed away Oct. 9, 2023, at Lakeland Community Hospital.
She was born March 12, 1956, in Haleyville, Alabama.
Visitation will...
‘In Cullman as in Heaven’: Church hosting prayer walk this Sunday
CULLMAN, Ala. – While many Christian denominations differ in several areas such as method of worship or regularity of communion, many in the Christian...
Little Pink Dress benefit raises $25K
CULLMAN, Ala. - Shades of pink are splashed all around; guests are dressed in blush and Barbie pink. Tables are adorned with sequin runners...
Sacred Heart hosting Blessing of Pets this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – For people with pets, it’s hard to imagine life without them. They become more than pets; they truly become family and...
Cullman County Fair opens today
Breakdown of fair costs
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Fair comes around every October, and more importantly to school-aged kids, so does Fair Day....
Cullman County Fair opens this Thursday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Fair, hosted by the Cullman Lions Club, opens this Thursday, Oct. 5, with the opening ceremony at 5...
Peinhardt Living History Farm legacy; Farm Days Oct. 14-15
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Peinhardt family has been teaching and inspiring the younger generations for nearly three decades at the Living History Farm in...
Gottesdienst: A service of the Word as our forefathers knew it
CULLMAN, Ala. – As the community came together to celebrate Oktoberfest and the beginning of the city’s 150th anniversary this past weekend, dozens of...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles claim titles at Kudzu Hills, Cullman competes at Black & Gold Classic
BREMEN, Ala. – This year’s annual Kudzu Hills Invitational was hosted at Cold Springs High School Saturday morning and both the Eagles and Lady...
Curt’s Christmas: Spreading the love
CULLMAN, Ala. - It is officially fall in Alabama, and although it is only October, thoughts of Christmas are on the minds of parents...
Designer Bag Bingo set for Nov. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) is gearing up to host its annual Designer Bag Bingo event, this year with...
Duck River Dam lawsuit settled in Cullman’s favor
CULLMAN, Ala. – Earlier this year, the City of Cullman quietly concluded a six year-long lawsuit against the construction company and engineers who built...
Obituary: Martha Mayfield
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Martha Mayfield, 68, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Mayfield passed away...
City of Cullman celebrating 150th anniversary with season of grand festivities
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman is eagerly gearing up to honor its 150th anniversary with a season of remarkable festivities set to...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 25, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 25, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Obituary: Nelda June Graves
Mrs. Nelda June Graves went to be with her savior on Sep. 23, 2023, at the age of 87, at her home surrounded by...
Commission approves FY 2024 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday approved the budget for the 2024 fiscal year. It reported total budgeted expenses of $31,467,929...
Cullman Electric Cooperative hosts 87th Annual Meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Despite a little morning drizzle, hundreds of members of the Cullman Electric Cooperative (CEC) assembled at Northbrook Baptist Church on Saturday,...
Obituary: James W. Braswell
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...
Gatecrasher arrested after collision at manufacturing plant
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man was arrested Thursday evening after crashing through a gate at Yutaka Technologies, causing $19,000 in damage but no injuries.
Ryan...
AL SoS Allen speaks at Cullman County Republican Women meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen on Tuesday night spoke at the Cullman County Republican Women meeting. He said his primary...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 13, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman County Youth Football week 2 scoring recap
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...
Wallace State Volleyball Coach Randy Daniel marks 600th career win
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College volleyball team is off to a 13-2 start to the 2023 season, with head coach Randy...
Obituary: Milton “Eli” Olen Thomason
Funeral Service for Milton "Eli" Olen Thomason, age 80, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023, at Cullman Heritage...
ACES: What’s the buzz about honey?
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The arrival of fall generally signifies the end of honey harvest for most beekeepers in the United States. Always a...
Cullman County dispatcher, deputy dead in apparent murder-suicide
Updated Sept. 7 at 8:30 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) dispatch shift supervisor was killed and a CCSO deputy took...
Alabama Extension launches 2nd annual Marble Bowl competition
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Grab your smart phones and buckle your chin straps. The 2023 Marble Bowl is kicking off this fall. In its...
Obituary: Cheryl Lynn “Penny” Moody
Cheryl Lynn "Penny" Moody, 66, of Cullman, passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023 at her residence.
Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, September...
Commission recognizes Duke, Freeman, Townson, King
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission at a special-called meeting Tuesday, Aug. 30, recognized Commissioners Kelly Duke and Corey Freeman. The men were...
Obituary: Thermon Lee ‘Buddy’ Carden
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...
Partnerships provide strong support system to Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Partnerships with area industries, employers, governments, community leaders, grant-making organizations, K-12 and universities are key to the success of Wallace State...
Alabama Extension expert: Learn how to make kombucha from the comfort of home
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - What is all the hype about making kombucha? While this fermented drink is available at many retail locations, Alabama Cooperative...
‘Folks are done grillin’, and they’re just chillin’’
Day 2 of Colony Day celebration brings the meat, heat and fellowship
COLONY, Ala. - Dozens of event tents and RVs lined the perimeter of...
Obituary: Nedra Hudson Compton
Funeral Service for Nedra Hudson Compton, age 88, of Vinemont, will be at 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 14, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
WFF biologists available to help with hunting season preparations
When it gets hot in late summer, most hunters in Alabama start dreaming about the upcoming seasons Chris Cook, Deer Program Coordinator with the...
‘Kickin’ it in the C’: Colony Day 2023 promises a whole weekend of fun
COLONY, Ala. - Colony is hosting its famous Colony Day celebration for the third consecutive year. For lovers of spades, soul food, music and...
Local muralist, groomer collaborate to celebrate Cullman heritage
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local dog groomer recently collaborated with a muralist to bring some Cullman-German flavor to her business.
The Groom Haus Owner Brittany...
Senior spotlight: ‘Be compassionate with people’
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...
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail gives statement on ethics hearing
HANCEVILLE, Ala. –Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail said he attended an Alabama Ethics Commission hearing on Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023, concerning an anonymous complaint filed...
ACES: Extension entomologist calls viral TikTok wasp-killing trend ‘dangerous
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – In today’s digital world, information is at everyone’s fingertips. However, not all of that information is accurate or safe. In...
Pet of the week: Make Esther the rightful queen of your court
CULLMAN, Ala. - Esther, an approximately 6-year-old female blue heeler with a spotted coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Esther is...
Obituary: Ray Wadsworth
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...
Meet the Coaches: Auburn defensive line coach Jeremy Garrett
AUBURN, Ala. – Jeremy Garrett knows Auburn well. He knows what it’s like to come in as an opponent and play at Jordan-Hare Stadium....
Arrests and Incidents reported July 27, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘He was probably one of the best investigators I ever had the pleasure of working with’
Attorney General Steve Marshall honors fallen lieutenant
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Close family members, former coworkers and elected officials gathered in the Hanceville City Council chambers...
Summer animal safety: What the law says, what vets recommend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama is no stranger to heat or humidity. With a high heat advisory nearly every day last week as well as...
129th annual Cullman County Courthouse Singing Convention this weekend
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....
Amerson sentenced to 131 years in death of Bradley Patterson
CULLMAN, Ala. – Brett Steven Amerson of Morris, Alabama, who was convicted of reckless murder in Cullman County back in April, on Tuesday, June...
Chick-fil-A closes temporarily for reconstruction
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Chick-fil-A closed its doors Thursday, June 15. The building will be demolished and a new, more efficient building constructed in...
Pet of the week: My Bonnie lies over the sea
CULLMAN, Ala. – Bonnie, a 1-year-old female pit terrier mix with striking chocolate eyes, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Bonnie is...
Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellor’s, Dean’s Honor Rolls
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...
Fairview HS Principal Chris Gambrill announces retirement
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...
Vinemont announces 4th of July fireworks show
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night. announced that the town’s 4th of July fireworks show will be held...
Cullman Middle School expansion on track
Construction continues at Cullman Middle School, which is in the midst of a large expansion that will add 16 classrooms and several new amenities....
Sacred Heart hosts summer camp
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sacred Heart Church and the Leaven of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (LIHM) sisters hosted “Alive in the Spirit Summer Camp”...
Update: Officials weigh in on Wal-Mart automation investment
CULLMAN, Ala. – As The Tribune previously reported, the Cullman City Council on Monday night approved a $20 million tax abatement for Wal-Mart, which...
Library summer programs plentiful
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library is offering summer programs for children and adults.
Tuesday, June 6, at 10 a.m. kids will get...
School-aged kids can get free weekly meals every Tuesday in June
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...
AL Rep. Fred Plump charged with conspiracy and obstruction, agrees to resign
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Alabama Rep. Fred L. Plump Jr., D-Fairfield, has been charged with conspiracy and obstruction of justice and has agreed to resign...
PREP SPORTS: ‘We should always be kind to those around us’: Holly Pond’s Samantha Giles recaps Bronco career
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Holly Pond senior basketball and softball player, Samantha Giles. Giles had so many great...
31 Hanceville High students inducted into National Honor Society
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Thirty-one Hanceville High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society in a ceremony held Sunday, May 7, at the...
Obituary: Oscar “Chuck” Steadham, Sr.
Oscar “Chuck” Steadham, Sr., 84, of Hanceville, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023. He was born December 4, 1938 in Brewton, Alabama.
He is...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Bearcats collect wins over New Hope, Priceville
Cullman 11 - New Hope 3 (Softball)
New Hope struck first in their opening at-bats as a two-run home run with one out gave them...
Baileyton set to host 3rd annual Family Fun Day
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The third annual Baileyton Family Fun Day is set for Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Baileyton Park....
CPD warns local women to use caution
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department (CPD) on Wednesday released a statement warning local women to use caution while shopping.
The CPD said it...
South Vinemont council talks 4th of July
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday discussed the town’s Fourth of July event.
During its work session, the council mulled...
Cullman council proclaims April Fair Housing Month, readies for Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night proclaimed April Fair Housing Month in the city. It also declared April 30-May 6...
City schools placed on heightened awareness Thursday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools campuses on Thursday were placed on heightened awareness due to perceived threats.
According to Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle...
CCSO Citizens’ Academy underway
CULMAN, Ala. – The third class of the spring 2023 session of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy was held Tuesday night. This...
Kallhoff on search for East Elementary principal
CULLMAN, Ala. – The search for the new East Elementary School principal is underway after David Wiggins announced his retirement last month. Cullman City...
Flourish hosting Spring Fling Fundraiser
CULLMAN, Ala. – Flourish of Cullman is hosting its first nearly sold-out Spring Fling Fundraiser on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at the Traditions Bank...
‘Your deputies and officers will do everything to protect our children’
Nassetta, Gentry speak in wake of Nashville school tragedy
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tensions are high following the March 27 school shooting at the Covenant School...
Pet of the Week: Around the world with Atlas
CULLMAN, Ala. - Atlas has been around the world looking for love, and is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
A humble male...
Significant severe weather for North Alabama
CLANTON, Ala. – A significant outbreak of severe weather, including strong to violent long-track tornadoes, appears likely for portions of the lower MS Valley....
Nailed it!: Library hosts Spring Break Camp
CULLMAN, Ala. – This week the Cullman County Public Library hosted Spring Break Camp for kids aged 8-18. Over three days, activities included a...
April Walking Tours begin this Saturday
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....
