Lake Cleanup Days ‘worth every bit of effort’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Utilities wrapped up its second annual Lake Cleanup Days on Wednesday, Nov. 5. Volunteers, employees and community members met to...
Record-breaking cold temperatures forecast Monday and Tuesday
CLANTON, Ala. - Very cold air entered the state from the north Sunday morning with dropping temperatures during the afternoon. A Freeze Warning has...
COLUMN: A day at Billy Graham’s Library
A couple of days after our recent visit to Andy Griffith’s hometown of Mt. Airy, North Carolina, we visited the home and library/museum of...
Files from Yesteryear: Nov. 8, 1956
From the files of Nov. 8, 1956
Garden City News
Funeral services for Causey Chambles, former resident of Garden City, were held at Mt. Tabor Church,...
Veterans Day at OmniPlex: ‘The least we can do is thank...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Veterans, families, friends and community members gathered on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Cullman OmniPlex for a luncheon honoring those who...
West Point cheerleaders headed to nationals
WEST POINT, Ala.- The West Point High School varsity cheerleading squad last month won first place at the UCA Space Center Regional in Huntsville....
West Elementary honors veterans with annual program
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary School hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 7, with two shows put on by the school’s...
Listerhill Credit Union breaks ground on new Cullman location
CULLMAN, Ala. - Listerhill Credit Union on Thursday, Nov. 6, broke ground on what it says will be a new, state-of-the-art branch in Cullman,...
Cullman’s Isaac Jackson named Small Business Employee of the Year
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Cullman’s Isaac Jackson was named Small Business Employee of the Year during the Alabama Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with...
2025 FCCLA All-County Sweet Potato Cook-Off showcases culinary talent
CULLMAN, Ala. - The warm aroma of sweet potatoes filled the air at the Cotton Creek Venue on Tuesday, Nov. 4, as students from...
Vinemont officials sworn in for new terms
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council held its scheduled organizational meeting on Monday, Nov. 3, which served as the official swearing-in ceremony for...
Obituary: Janie Louise Stedham
Our Lord has called Janie Louise Baird Stedham home. Louise was born March 11th, 1930, in Anniston, Alabama. She passed away on November 6th, 2025.
Her parents,...
Obituary: Jack H. Stricklin
Funeral services for Jack H Stricklin of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m. Monday, November 10, 2025, at Hanceville funeral home Chapel, the Reverend...
Obituary: Jolinda Carol Cannon
Funeral service for Jolinda Carol Cannon, age 59 of Cullman, will be Monday, November 10, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Cornerstone Revival Center, officiated by Bishop...
Gudger details efforts to honor veterans
CULLMAN, Ala. - As Veterans Day approaches, Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman on Thursday, Nov. 6, said he and his fellow...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs girls win state; boys finish runner-up
DANVILLE, Ala. - The 2025 AHSAA Cross Country State Championship took place in Danville on Saturday morning, and the Cold Springs girls and boys took home...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Vinemont falls at No. 10 Westbrook Christian
RAINBOW CITY, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles traveled to Rainbow City for a first-round matchup against Westbrook Christian Friday night and they had their...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Meek topples Woodville on the road 42-25 to...
WOODVILLE, Ala. – After finishing with the third seed in Region 7, the Meek Tigers hit the road for a round one game at...
Love Like Lexi: Event highlights suicide prevention efforts
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker recently attended the second annual Love Like Lexi Gala, which was held Thursday, Oct. 30,...
Pet of the Week: Luna is your purrfect match
CULLMAN, Ala. – Luna, a 7-month-old domestic shorthair tuxedo cat, is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Sociable and affectionate, Luna enjoys the company...
West Point seats new mayor, council; 2 seats vacant
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday, Nov. 3, held an organizational meeting and swearing-in ceremony. Members were seated on...
Holly Pond seats new officials
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Town of Holly Pond swore in the mayor and council for their new terms on Monday, Nov. 3. The...
Good Hope, Garden City, Dodge City seat officials for new terms
GOOD HOPE
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The City of Good Hope on Monday, Nov. 3, swore in council members and the mayor for their new...
Berlin Town Council welcomes new members
BERLIN, Ala. – New and incumbent members of the Berlin Town Council were sworn in at the council’s meeting on Monday, Nov. 3.
Vinemont Town...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 7, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 7, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Fairview welcomes new mayor and council members
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - It was a night of new beginnings in Fairview Monday, Nov. 3, as new Mayor Clint Haynes and several new council...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: ‘They just never backed down’: No. 10 Good...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders kicked off their postseason run with a heavy-weight matchup against Cherokee County Thursday night. The Warriors...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 6 Addison advances with 71-39 win over...
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Ragland Purple Devils in a first-round playoff matchup, and the Bulldogs were not very good hosts as they...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: West Point falls at Scottsboro 45-14
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. – West Point travelled to Scottsboro for a first-round playoff matchup against the Wildcats and it was a tough night for the...
Wallace State to honor military veterans at annual concert Nov. 10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts programs will present their annual Veterans Day concert on Monday, Nov. 10, at...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 4 Fairview fends off Arab 14-7 to...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Arabian Knights made the short trip down SR-69 for a first-round battle at Dafford Smith Stadium Thursday night, and it...
Obituary: Sherrell Sherman Johnson
Sherrell Sherman Johnson, a devoted and adventurous soul, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on November 1, 1938,...
Obituary: Ronald Lee Seybold
Ronald Lee Seybold departed his early life on November 6, 2025, at the age of 71 to complete his eternal life with his Lord...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 6, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 6, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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Cullman Power Board outlines early winter preparedness plans
Utilities Board of the City of Cullman CEO Allison Bright (LinkedIn)
CULLMAN, Ala. - With early cold fronts beginning to roll across Alabama, Utilities Board...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: 6 local teams preparing for 1st round matchups
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 2025 regular season is officially in the books, and six local teams are turning their attention to the postseason. Addison,...
Obituary: Terry Dewayne Martin
Funeral services for Terry Dewayne Martin, 55, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Friday November 7th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
‘12 Angry Jurors’ opens Nov. 6
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Theatre is trading in musical numbers for high-stakes deliberation with its newest production, "12 Angry Jurors," opening Thursday,...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 5, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Lawrence “Ox” Stroud
Oxford Lawrence Stroud, age 73 of Cullman, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025, at Cullman Health Care Center. He was born September 20,...
Tim Wadsworth announces reelection bid for Alabama House District 14
ARLEY, Ala. – Rep. Tim Wadsworth, R-Arley on Monday announced his candidacy for reelection. Below is his announcement, in full:
House District 14 – Incumbent...
Wallace State Culinary Pride fundraiser blends great food with giving back
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Culinary Pride is inviting the community to make their holiday meals both easy and meaningful through its...
Wagon Trail Hemp Farms prepares for impact of HB445
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wagon Trail Hemp Farms (WTHF) is preparing for sweeping changes as Alabama’s new hemp law, House Bill 445, takes full effect...
Heroism of the A-1 Skyraiders: Col. John Casper’s story highlight of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - “Freedom - the power or right to act, speak or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint.”
Each year, that freedom...
Ivey says she’s releasing $2M in emergency funds for 8 food...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday, Nov. 4, announced she is releasing $2 million of the State’s emergency funds to go towards eight...
Obituary: Taylor Zachary McWaters
Funeral Service for Taylor Zachary McWaters, age 32 of Harvest, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Tammy Elaine Thompson
Tammy Elaine White Thompson, age 59, of Cullman, Alabama passed from this life November 2, 2025, at her residence.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 4, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Housing Authority hosts Wonderland-themed Halloween Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Housing Authority hosted a Wonderland-themed Halloween festival at Hilltop Community Center on Oct. 30. The event featured games like...
2nd annual Diamond Club Cornhole Tournament returns Nov. 8 to support...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont High School baseball program will host its second annual Diamond Club Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, Nov. 8, beginning at...
Jim Boyd Outdoor Classroom dedicated in Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Family and friends of the late Jim Boyd gathered Sunday, Nov. 2, to honor the former Cullman County Schools superintendent at...
New Cullman City Council, officers seated
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman swore in its new city council and named City officials in front of a packed city hall...
Veterans Day Ceremony and Luncheon set for Nov. 5 at OmniPlex
CULLMAN, Ala. – The community is invited to join in honoring local veterans during a special Veterans Day Ceremony and Luncheon on Wednesday, Nov....
Obituary: Randy Joe Johnson
Randy Joe Johnson, of Hayden, Alabama, passed away on November 1, 2025.
A proud graduate of Hayden High School, Class of 1977, Randy met the...
Obituary: Danny Dale Ayers
A graveside service for Danny Dale Ayers, 67, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, November 6th, 2025, at Flint Creek Cemetery, Bro....
Arrests and Incidents reported November 3, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 3, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Michael Stephen Ugarkovich, Jr.
Michael Stephen Ugarkovich Jr., age 70, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Mike was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. It...
Veterans Ceremony and Luncheon set for Nov. 5 at the OmniPlex
CULLMAN, Ala. – The community is invited to join in honoring local veterans during a special Veterans Day Ceremony and Luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 5,...
Wallace State hosts annual Tools of the Trade
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 1,600 students and teachers from five area school systems visited Wallace State Community College on Thursday, Oct. 23, to...
CMS students get sneak peek at workplace options at career fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Middle School students recently had an opportunity for some hands-on experience with some of the potential career options they could...
Cullman Utilities invites volunteers for annual Lake Catoma and Duck River...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Two annual clean-up events are scheduled for early November, inviting volunteers to help preserve and protect Cullman’s valuable lake resources.
Volunteers will...
Wallace State releases 2025-2026 performing arts schedule
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts program recently announced its schedule for the 2025-2026 season, which includes favorite annual...
Cullman Housing Authority celebrates 2nd community garden
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Housing Authority’s second local community garden, this on Vine Circle, is coming to life for residents.
Cullman Housing Authority Executive...
West Elementary to host Veterans Day program Nov. 5, 7
CULLMAN, Ala. – West Elementary School will host its annual Veterans Day program for the community on Friday, Nov. 7, in the school gymnasium. There...
Jacobs proclaims Wreaths Across America Day in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs on Oct. 29, officially proclaimed Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, as Wreaths Across America Day in the city of...
Library board meeting notes: Oct. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board met on Thursday, Oct. 30, to discuss a busy month of outreach, events and upcoming...
WildWater trunk-or-treat makes triumphant return
CULLMAN, Ala. - After a few years off, WildWater Cullman’s trunk-or-treat event made its triumphant return Tuesday, Oct. 28, with more than 2,000 visitors...
COLUMN: Mimis and Paw Paws — get in line!
It was total chaos at the Dollar General store in Margaret, Alabama. People rushed out the doors carrying poster board, silver balloons and rolls...
Files from Yesteryear: Nov. 1, 1934
From the files of Nov. 1, 1934
VINEMONT NEWS
Vinemont, R. 2 Oct. 30—Digging potatoes and going to school is the order of the day.
We are...
Obituary: Lynne Gibson Bates
Lynne Gibson Bates, age 68, of Falkville, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Mrs. Bates was born on January 1, 1957, in Birmingham,...
Obituary: Kyle Byno Absher
Funeral services for Kyle B. Absher, 86, of Hanceville will be 11 a.m. Monday, November 3rd at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be...
Cullman City Council recognizes outgoing members
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council met Thursday, Oct. 30, for its final session before newly elected members take office Nov. 3. The...
Wallace State Cares offers food pantry, more for students in need
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Cares is helping bridge the gap for students in need.
Wallace State Cares Director Christine Wiggins said the efforts are...
DAR recognizes first responders
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recognized several groups in Cullman on National First Responders Day,...
Good Hope Council honors Shabel at final meeting
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – TheGood Hope City Council held its final October meeting on Monday, Oct. 27, and in addition to some new business...
Curt’s Closet gearing up for Christmas
CULLMAN, Ala. - Curt’s Closet is preparing to bring the magic of Christmas to children and families across Cullman County through its annual Curt’s...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond caps season with shootout win over Cleveland
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly Pond was back home for its season finale against Cleveland on Halloween night and the Broncos avoided a scare...
Cullman Caring for Kids assures community support amid SNAP suspension
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the temporary suspension of SNAP benefits caused by the federal government shutdown, Cullman Caring for Kids is stepping forward to...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 31, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 31, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Rev. Odis L. Minnitt
Funeral services for Rev. Odis Minnitt, 78, of Colony, Alabama will be 2 p.m. Sunday, November 2nd at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church. Burial...
Obituary: John Bernard Thomas
A funeral mass for John Bernard Thomas, 97, of Cullman will be 10 a.m. Tuesday November 4th at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church....
Obituary: Donald Roger Allen
Donald Roger Allen, 82, of Cullman passed away Thursday, October 30, 2025 at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab.
The memorial celebration of life service will...
The Link is asking for your help: ‘Cullman has always shown...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County is encouraging food, monetary and time donations to support needs across the community. Executive Director Melissa...
Pet of the Week: Teddy, the renaissance dog
CULLMAN, Ala. - Teddy is an 8-month-old Lab/Terrier mix with a heart as big as his potential. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the...
‘We are out here walking for a cure to fight MS’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Early Saturday morning, Oct. 25, participants gathered at Heritage Park for the annual Cullman MS Walk to raise awareness and support...
Annual Cullman Veterans Day Celebration this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional Airport will once again host the annual Cullman Veterans Day Celebration on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m....
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview rallies to top Good Hope 14-7 and remain...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders made the trip down SR-69 to Dafford Smith Stadium in Fairview on a wet, chilly Thursday night...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point drops regular season finale to Brewer 24-17
WEST POINT, Ala. – After clinching a playoff spot last week against Ardmore, the West Point Warriors looked to carry that momentum over into...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek caps regular season with 34-6 win at Carbon...
CARBON HILL, Ala. – Meek made the trip to Carbon Hill for its regular season finale Thursday night, and the Tigers took control of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville’s season ends with 70-15 loss at Oak Grove
OAK GROVE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road to wrap up their season at Oak Grove Thursday night and they had their...
Obituary: Barbara Boatright Brown
Barbara Boatright Brown, 78, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Princeton Hospital. She was born March 9, 1947, to Bud and Alene Boatright.
Cullman...
Upcoming holiday events at Gypsy Souls Nov. 1, 6
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things is getting into the holiday spirit this year with two fun-filled events to spread some Christmas...
Arrests and Incidents reported October 30, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 30, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Halloween safety tips
CULLMAN, Ala. - Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year, full of fun costumes, thrilling events and activities, and delicious...
Nearly 2K trick-or-treaters attend Smith Lake Park event
CULLMAN, Ala. - Smith Lake Park hosted its annual trick-or-treat event on Saturday, Oct. 25, bringing the largest crowd the event has ever seen....
Milliken Halloween: A fun, over-the-top experience
CULLMAN, Ala. - For creative minds Heidi and Rick Milliken, Halloween is more than just a night of trick-or-treating; it's a full-scale project that...
‘It’s something families look forward to every year’
Hanceville Trunk-or-Treat held indoors due to rain
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Despite rainy weather, families still gathered Sunday afternoon for the annual Hanceville Trunk-or-Treat, a Halloween...
Students enjoy Halloween STEM Day
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Fairview High School, Fairview Middle School and Parkside School came together on Thursday, Oct. 23, to bring science and Halloween fun...
STATE VOLLEYBALL: ‘We all did it for each other’: Addison downs...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Addison and Meek clashed in a Winston County themed 1A State Championship Match at Bill Harris Arena in Birmingham on Wednesday...










































































































