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2 transported to Cullman Regional following lightning strike at Smith Lake...
Updated 7-20-19 8:36 p.m.
TRIMBLE, Ala. - Two people were transported to Cullman Regional following what officials are saying was a lightning strike near the...
Fire destroys cottage at Stone Bridge Farms
CULLMAN, Ala. – Multiple agencies responded to a fire at Stone Bridge
Farms early Sunday evening, where a cottage in the northeast corner of the
property...
Two vehicle accident in Simcoe sends three to hospital
SIMCOE, Ala. - A Sunday afternoon wreck in Simcoe had Gold Ridge firefighters working hard, and led to the medical transport of three injury...
Accident in Holly Pond leaves two with minor injuries
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Shortly after 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon, two minivans collided at the intersection of State Hwy. 91 and U.S. Hwy. 278...
BREAKING: Wife accidentally shoots husband during road rage dispute; currently jailed...
BREMEN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies arrived on scene shortly after a call came into dispatch regarding a road rage incident that turned...
Freedom Celebration lights up the night in Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - During the evening of Independence Day, crowds filled Randall Shedd Fairview Town Park as the town’s First Baptist Church hosted its 18th...
BREAKING: Man shot following possible road rage incident in Bremen; victim...
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry stated, “Yes, we had a shooting but it’s in the early stages of the investigation. Once any or possible...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: King seeking his palace!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna
Ruttkay informed us of happy happenings: our last two Pets of the Week, Chip
and Remmy, have...
Locals fill Addison for annual 4th of July Celebration
ADDISON, Ala. – After Thursday morning’s parade and a chance to cool off, locals and visitors sat down in the cool shade at Alexander...
Thousands flock to Smith Lake for food, fun, and fireworks
SMITH LAKE - Despite the heat and humidity, Smith
Lake Park once again saw a crowd of thousands throughout its annual Fireworks
and Music Festival.
The...
Tyson: recent road spills not a health threat
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - As it continues to confront lawsuits and other legal issues related to an early June wastewater spill than contaminated miles of...
Search continues for missing boater on Smith Lake
SMITH LAKE – On Friday morning, searchers resumed their efforts to locate a missing boater who disappeared on Smith Lake late in the evening...
Colony does not renew NARCOG contract for town librarian, library faces...
COLONY, Ala. – After a special called meeting last Friday, on Monday the Town Council of Colony delivered to North Central Alabama...
Troop banners keep memories alive in Addison
ADDISON, Ala. - Reminders of those who have sacrificed for our freedoms are currently on display throughout the Town of Addison. Images of...
New Hope #2 Baptist Church holds first 4th of July community...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – For the first time, New Hope #2 Baptist
Church joined the list of Independence Day community events on Wednesday night.
New pastor...
Holly Pond community sending local team to World Series
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's 12-and-under baseball team is heading to the Dizzy Dean Baseball World Series in Southaven, Mississippi. The Broncos qualified...
Wallace State students win two SkillsUSA gold medals and six medals...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College students Jacob Humphrey, Chase Blakey and Benjamin Brownlee each earned gold medals at the 55th annual SkillsUSA National...
Afternoon, evening thunderstorms possible July 4th
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Seasonably warm conditions are expected
this Fourth of July, with isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms
possible, mainly during the afternoon and early...
Cullman courts are going to the dogs!
Alabama a national leader in use of facility dogs to ease stress in courts; coming to Cullman soon
MONTGOMERY
- Alabama’s courts are going to...
Ms. Senior Alabama Donna Harris and Ms. Senior Cullman County Phyllis...
CULLMAN,
Ala. – Ms. Senior Alabama Donna Harris and Ms. Senior Cullman County
Phyllis Hain are representing not only our amazing senior community but...
AMBER ALERT: Catalina Rimpsey (2 years) Last seen July 3, 2019...
ANNISTON, Ala. – The State of Alabama has issued a Child
Abduction Emergency, Amber Alert.
The Calhoun County, AL Sheriff’s Office and the Alabama Law
Enforcement Agency...
Arrests and incidents reported July 3, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 3, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Addison set for annual 4th of July celebration
ADDISON, Ala. – The annual Independence Day celebration in Addison kicks off Thursday, July 4 at 10 a.m. Several activities are planned throughout the...
Municipality Closings for July 4th
CULLMAN, Ala. – The following list shows which Municipality offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day tomorrow.
Baileyton – Closed from July 4...
Branded by Christ Cowboy Church holds Faith, Family, & Fireworks Extravaganza...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – To kick off the week leading up to Independence Day, Branded by Christ Cowboy Church held its first-ever Faith, Family,...
Garden City, local churches celebrate freedom with community fireworks show
GARDEN CITY, Ala. - On Sunday evening, Garden City got a jump on the Independence Day holiday by holding a community fireworks show...
Victoria’s Hope Thrift and Treasures now open in Cullman
CULLMAN - On Monday morning, April German, who created Victoria’s Hope (VH) last year as a way to help single parents and families in...
Inaugural Children’s Miracle Network Benefit Ride
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....
Arrests and incidents reported July 2, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 2. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure...
Pet of the Week: Help Remmy find his forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay informed us that Peanut, a recent Pet of the Week, has been adopted; and...
Baileyton Council adding new security measures for community
BAILEYTON, Ala – The Baileyton Town Council considered
adding security cameras to the town’s facilities to help reduce theft,
vandalism and drug use. Harold Nelson, owner...
🚨Smith Lake Park Traffic Information🚨
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will be responsible for traffic control following the fireworks show at Smith Lake Park...
Arrests and incidents reported July 1, 2019
Maggie Darnell
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 1. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
2019 Cullman City & County Blood Drive
CULLMAN, Ala. – Join us for our annual Cullman City &
County Blood Drive on Friday, June 7, 2019, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m....
Art Park eyeing amphitheater following Dinner on First
CULLMAN, Ala. – It was a perfect evening for a pretty party at the fourth annual Dinner of First Friday night in Cullman’s Warehouse...
Exotic pet expo returns to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Exotic animal vendors from all over the
country gathered at the Cullman Civic Center Saturday morning to showcase their
animals and animal accessories....
Obituary: Louise Shedd
Louise Shedd, 86, of Baileyton, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019. She was born August 18, 1932, to Rufus and Molly Jones Garrett.
Louise...
Cullman Community Theatre back with ‘Oklahoma!’; auditions Monday, Tuesday
CULLMAN, Ala. - After success with “The Music Man” last summer, the revived Cullman Community Theatre (CCT) is ready to crank things...
Obituary: Dwain Winston Moody
Dwain Winston Moody, 87, of Double Springs, entered into rest on May 17, 2019 at Walker Baptist-Brookwood in Walker County, Alabama.
Dwain was born on...
‘Non-conforming’: Cullman City Council considers multiple changes to zoning code concerning...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening held first readings and public hearings for proposed rewording of certain portions of its...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt donates over $60K to local organizations
CULLMAN, Ala. – During Monday’s Cullman City Council meeting, Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan Anderson presented checks totaling over $60,000...
Pet of the Week: Yukon the Snowshoe
CULLMAN, Ala. - Yukon is a striking Snowshoe cat with soulful eyes and a personality that quietly wins you over. He’s The Cullman Tribune...
Former Cullman County Sheriff’s Office employee charged with soliciting a child
CULLMAN, Ala. - Former Cullman County Sheriff's Office employee Elijah David Page, 21, of Cullman, was arrested in Fyffe, Alabama, by the DeKalb County...
Obituary: Jackie Ray McAbee
Jackie Ray McAbee, 75, passed away on February 23, 2026, at River City Nursing Home in Decatur. Jack was born on June 1, 1950, in...
Obituary: Robert Wayne Harris
Robert Wayne Harris, 75, of Mobile, Alabama, passed away on February 10, 2026. Mr. Harris was born on May 5, 1950, to the late...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 25, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 25, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
City of Cullman recognized for support of International Police Exchange Program
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman was recognized today for its growing and continued support of the Alabama chapter of the STAR International Police Exchange (IPE) Program, as Operations Lt. Eric W. Cole of the Cullman Police Department presented Mayor Woody Jacobs with a commemorative plaque at city hall.
The plaque serves as a token of appreciation for the City’s partnership and involvement in the STAR IPE Program, which fosters professional development and lasting friendships between law enforcement officers in Alabama, Germany and Spain.
“This plaque represents our gratitude for the City of Cullman’s continued support of the STAR International Police Exchange Program,” said Cole, current leader of the Alabama STAR IPE Chapter. “From City administration to Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism and our police department, it has truly been a team effort. The City’s help with transportation, activities, and coordination made 2025 an outstanding and productive year for the program. I look forward to continuing to grow this partnership and strengthening our connection with our friends in Germany.”
The STAR IPE Program, now celebrating its 40th anniversary, began with a shared bond between police officers in Hamburg, Germany and Los Angeles, California. Today, chapters operate across Germany, Spain and the United States. Each year, Germany hosts an exchange in the spring, Spain in the summer and American agencies in the fall. Officers participate in a two-week professional and cultural exchange, staying with host officers and their families while learning about each country’s equipment, procedures and training methods. The Alabama STAR IPE Chapter was established in 2009 in the Decatur area. For many years, the Cullman Police Department has served as a host agency, welcoming international officers to tour facilities, observe training and engage with agencies across the state.
In 2025, the City of Cullman played an especially important role in supporting the program. Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism coordinated activities that coincided with the city’s annual Oktoberfest celebration, providing guests with an authentic experience that left a strong impression. Several visiting officers even returned during their free time to enjoy more of the festival.
Transportation for a traveling group of officers across Alabama can present logistical challenges, but the City helped address that need by providing a City van so participants could travel together. This support allowed for smoother coordination and more meaningful time spent building professional and personal connections.
“We’re glad to be part of something that builds real relationships,” said Jacobs. “Programs like this give people the chance to learn from each other and see how others do their work. We’re proud to support it and proud that Cullman can play a small role in strengthening those international ties.”
AL STAR IPE is a two-week professional exchange between law enforcement officers from Alabama, Germany and Spain. The program balances professional development with cultural immersion and personal connection, creating lasting relationships while offering valuable insight into different approaches to policing across nations.
For more information about the STAR International Police Exchange Program, contact Lt. Eric W. Cole, operations lieutenant, Cullman Police Department, at 256-775-7175.
Furrever friends: Ani and Chewie’s story
In April 2024, my husband and I discovered a dog sleeping under a tree at the end of our dirt road. There was a...
Introduction to the gym
Do you want to go to the gym, but don't know where to start? You're in the right place! The gym is intimidating initially,...
Tribune debates 2026: Senate District 4 May 12; Cullman County sheriff...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune will continue its live candidate debate series in 2026, carrying forward a format established in 2025 that brings...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman wins NW Regional Championship 80-53 over Lee-Huntsville to...
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- When head coach Stu Stuedeman took Cullman to the Final Four in 2022, it was the first time the school had been...
Obituary: Joe Sterling Beasley
Joe Sterling Beasley age 80 of Bremen, Alabama passed away February 22, 2026, at home. Joe was born May 24, 1945, in Eldridge, Alabama.
Joe...
Obituary: Joshua Lee Duncan
Funeral services for Joshua Lee Duncan, 49, of Pinson will be 2 p.m. Wednesday February 25th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Ronald Dwight Justice
Ronald Dwight Justice, 75, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away on February 20, 2026. A devoted husband, proud veteran, dedicated public servant, and respected community...
Obituary: Ila Ranae Tolliver
Funeral service for Ila Ranae Tolliver, 57, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, February 25th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 24, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 24, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘You are worth the help’
Stride for Sophia 5K seeks to raise awareness and open conversation about mental health struggles – March 7
ARAB, Ala. - The Stride for Sophia...
Q&A with Alabama Public Service Commissioner Jeremy Oden
EVA, Ala. – The following is a transcript of an interview from Alabama Public Service Commissioner Jeremy Oden, in which he answers a range...
Local artist Gary Chapman wins Alabama Arts Impact Award
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Every other year, the Alabama State Council on the Arts shines a spotlight on exceptional Alabamians and their contributions to arts...














































































