Obituary: Mitzi Walker

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Funeral service for Mitzi McCombs Walker, age 83, of Vinemont, will be Friday, August 1, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Corinth West Church. Mrs....

Obituary: Tilford “Dickie” Glenn Miller

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Memorial Visitation for Tilford "Dickie" Glenn Miller, age 79 of Cullman, will be from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 3, 2025,...

Obituary: Janice Marie Freeman

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A Celebration of Life Service for Janice Marie Freeman, 66, of Cullman will be held on her birthday, October 13th, 2025.  Details will be...

Obituary: Mary Jane Elrod

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Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Mary Jane Elrod, 80, of Cullman.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Mrs. Elrod passed...

Wallace State experiences historic success with 4 first-year coaches leading the...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College embraced a new era of leadership across its athletic programs, with four new head coaches stepping into...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 31, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 31, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

FAITH: ‘I would love for everyone to know Him’: Addison’s Mattie...

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ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison High School's Mattie Johnson will start her senior year in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith, starting...

Gudger announces $750K in state grant funding for research and technology...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, this week announced that the City of Cullman is receiving a $750,000 state...

Eliana Hollis creates East Elementary garden mural

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School graduate Eliana Hollis has created a vibrant mural for East Elementary School’s garden. For Hollis, the project was...

CCSO, CPD share school safety protocols

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Recently, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department each had school resource officer (SRO) training programs, as well as...

Grow Hope: ‘A chance for us to dream even bigger”

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Hope Horses holds Grow Hope Dinner CULLMAN, Ala. - Hope Horses, Inc. held its Grow Hope Dinner on July 24, at its facility. Local businesses,...

Victim Services in need of teen, shelter items

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5th annual Masquerade Ball coming Sept. 25 CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman offers a full range of no-cost services for survivors of domestic...

Ethel Alexander announces candidacy for mayor of Colony

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COLONY, Ala. – Ethel Alexander has announced her candidacy for mayor of Colony. Below is a summary of her announcement. Ethel L. Alexander is a servant...

Obituary: Kathaleen Gable Price

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Kathaleen G. Bice passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on February 13, 1931, Kathaleen touched countless lives with...

Obituary: Frances Bennett Gaudsmith

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A graveside service for Frances Bennett Gaudsmith, will be held on Monday, August 4, 2025, at 12 p.m. at the National Cemetery in Canton,...

Obituary: Aidan Jeremy Helms

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Funeral service for Aidan Jeremy Helms, age 19, of Cullman, is Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with...

Obituary: George Thomas Hughes

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George Thomas Hughes, age 69 of Cullman passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025 at his residence. He was born Tuesday, June 19, 1956...

‘Cherish all the memories with your friends’: Hanceville’s Jonathan Rodriguez reflects...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville High's Jonathan Rodriguez collected his diploma in May, and in this interview, he talked about some of his favorite memories...

Shirley Burden Public Library happenings

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville has had a full schedule throughout July, featuring fun activities for young readers, hosting...

Hawk Fest celebrates community, new gymnasium floor at Harmony

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LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School held its traditional Hawk Fest celebration on Saturday, July 26, giving the community a chance to come together before...

Editorial: Tribune debate series puts voters first

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No candidate secured more than 50% of the vote in the State House District 12 Special Primary Election on July 15. That means Republicans...

‘It is a joy’

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Red Barn Farm hosting Flower Fridays CULLMAN, Ala. - Red Barn Farm, known for its homemade baked goods and fresh-picked flower bouquets, is hosting a...

Obituary: Vanessa Nicole McClure

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Vanessa Nichole McClure, age 45 of Hanceville, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at her residence. She was born October 3, 1979, to...

Obituary: James Harold Cox, Jr.

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James Harold Cox Jr., age 90, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025. Jim was born in Spokane, Washington. He...

Tradition! Cullman Community Theatre to present ‘Fiddler on the Roof in August

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman, that quaint but growing German colony in north Alabama, will take on a little more international flavor in the next...

Commissioned for Christ free ‘Bibles & Backpacks’ back-to-school outreach – Aug....

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Commissioned for Christ will host its inaugural “Bibles & Backpacks” back-to-school outreach on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 29, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

‘Teaching is such a blessing’: Pam Couch retiring after 45 years...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After working as a teacher for 45 years at three different schools, Pam Couch is calling it a career. Couch...

Cullman Swim Team places 2nd at ARPA State Championship

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ALBERTVILLE, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team edged out Auburn by 57 points to secure second place out of 23 teams at last weekend's state swim meet held in Albertville....

Inaugural People’s Law School class coming Aug. 16

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The People’s Law School will launch its inaugural class Aug. 16, 2025. The program curriculum has been designed to teach individuals...

25 years of Rumors

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Rumors Deli part of Hank's Sports Bar & Rumors Deli celebrated 25 years of business on Friday, July 25. While...

FAITH: ‘’No worldly desires will ever give you the peace that...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope High School's Colby Pike will start junior year in August, and in this interview, he discusses his relationship...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 28, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 28, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Obituary: David Paul Link

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David Paul Link, age 66, of Cullman, Alabama passed away July 25, 2025. He was born on November 3, 1958, to Fred and Jessie...

Obituary: Kimberly Beth Powe Huckaby

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Funeral Service for Kimberly Beth Huckaby, age 48, of Hartselle, will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: John Edward Watkins

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Funeral services for John Edward Watkins, 71, of Hanceville, will be at 12 p.m., Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with...

Wallace State teams, athletes recognized by NJCAA with All-Academic honors

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is proud to announce that nine teams and more than 50 student athletes were recognized by the...

COLUMN: Back to Broadway

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Excuse me, but did you ask me if I had ever been on Broadway? Well, yes, as a matter of fact I have. I...

COLUMN: The misadventures of Handyman

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It all started with the best of intentions. My sister had a small, ornate, antique table with a broken leg, and since she knew...

PREP SPORTS: ‘Enjoy every moment and participate in everything’: Cullman’s Olivia...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School's Olivia Dover earned her diploma in May, and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite sports...

Files from Yesteryear: July 26, 1934

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From the files of July 26, 1934 WELCOME NEWS Baileyton, R. 1, July 23—Mrs. G. M. Allbritten spent Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Mark Allbritten. Mrs. N....

Obituary: Timothy J. Gann

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Funeral Service for Timothy J Gann, age 53, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

OP-ED: Learning to live with full hands

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Work. More work. Rinse and repeat. Job No. 1. Job No. 2. Sometimes job No. 3. Loop. Clean the yard. Clean the house. Spend time with...

PREP SPORTS: ‘I made some friendships that will last a lifetime’:...

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WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point High School's Jakob Salter collected his diploma in May, and in this interview, he shares some of his...

Cullman City Schools construction progress update

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The new school year is quickly approaching, and with it, major updates are happening for Cullman Middle School, Cullman High School...

Berlin: Clark, Stevenson join council; remaining seats certified

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BERLIN, Ala. – Mayor Patrick Bates opened the monthly session of the Berlin Town Council on Monday, July 21. The meeting commenced with an...

‘We’re helping kids walk into school confident and prepared’

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County recently wrapped up its annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive, and Executive Director Stephanie...

City celebrates grand opening of OmniPlex

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The grand opening of the Cullman OmniPlex was held Friday, July 25, marking a significant milestone for local recreation, tourism and...

Obituary: Larry Shane Brown

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Larry Shane Brown, age 50, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at UAB Hospital. Shane was born on May 29,...

Obituary: Sherry Jean Hall-Johnson

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Sherry Jean Hall-Johnson, age 58, of Falkville, Alabama passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Sherry was born in Cullman, AL. She joins her parents:...

Obituary: Belinda Jeanette Mathis Rice

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Belinda Jeanette Mathis Rice, 75, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on July 24, 2025. Mrs. Rice was born to James Ardis and Virginia Effie...

Obituary: Carroll Lee Tatum

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Memorial services for Carroll Lee Tatum, 79, of Jones Chapel, are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date. Cullman Funeral...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 25, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

FAITH: ‘It is never too late to give your life to...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville High School's Abigail Brady will start her junior year in August and in this interview, she discusses her faith, and...

‘Significant and historic improvements in public education’

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CCBOE cuts ribbon, breaks ground on new additions at Hanceville, Good Hope CULLMAN, Ala. – Thursday was a busy day for the Cullman County Board...

Cullman County PALS meet and discuss business

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Updated July 26, 2025, at 12:08 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) met July 22, at Cullman County Economic...

Pet of the Week: Say hello to Magpie

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Say hello to Magpie, a 2-year-old Terrier mix whose calm spirit and social charm make her an ideal companion for just...

Anytime Fitness Cullman to celebrate 10-year anniversary with community block party...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – With 10 years of success under its belt, Anytime Fitness Cullman is celebrating the major milestone with a party for the...

Obituary: Dale Ward Wilson

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Dale Ward Wilson, age 71, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Dale was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend,...

Obituary: Phyllis Janett Quattlebaum

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Mrs. Phyllis Janett Quattlebaum passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at her residence. She was born July 6, 1947, to Carl O'Rear and...

Obituary: Dainward H. Carroll

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Dainward (Dan) Carroll, 84, passed away on July 23, 2025, at his home residence in Baileyton, Alabama. He was born July 29, 1940, in...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 24, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 24, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Agriplex’s 9th annual Harvest to Home Dinner set for Sept. 18

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex’s ninth annual Harvest to Home Dinner will take place Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. The North Alabama Agriplex...

Go Platinum Salon hosting 3rd annual Back-to-School Free Haircut Day at...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Go Platinum Salon is once again giving back to local families with its third annual Back-to-School Free Haircut Day, set for...

Longtime partners: Extension, Agriplex strengthen ties for the future

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CULLMAN, Ala. - For more than a decade, the Cullman County Extension Office and the North Alabama Agriplex have shared more than just a...

Cullman’s Lauren Hughes shines at Southeastern Championships

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- Lauren Hughes, a 10-year-old swimmer from Cullman and member of the Cullman Swim Association, delivered an outstanding performance at the Southeastern...

CCSO hosts SRO training

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is preparing for a new school year with intensive School Resource Officer (SRO) training the week...

Obituary: Mary Eve Bohannon

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Mary Eve Bohannon, age 80, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on July 18, 2025. She was born in Cullman, Alabama on July 2, 1945,...

Obituary: Carol Ann Dyer

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Funeral Service for Carol Ann Dyer, age 76 of Vinemont, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Friendship Baptist Church...

Obituary: Dudley Carl Thompson

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Funeral Service for Mr. Dudley Carl Thompson, age 68 of Eva, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Gum Pond...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 23, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Wallace State to host inaugural Lion Athletics Benefit Dinner on Aug....

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is proud to announce the inaugural Wallace State Athletics Benefit Dinner, scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025....

FAITH: ‘Embrace your unique journey with Jesus’: Hanceville’s Brooke Brannan discusses...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville High School's Brooke Brannan is preparing to start her senior year in August and in this interview, she discussed her...

Wallace State earns reaccreditation from SACSCOC

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced the successful reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission...

Obituary: Evelyn “Kay” Aderhold

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Evelyn “Kay” Aderhold of Hoover, Alabama passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at the age of 86. She spent...

Obituary: Sylva June Mathis McGukin

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Funeral Service for Sylva June Mathis McGukin, age 88 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Cullman Heritage...

Obituary: Raymond Walter Kenna, Jr.

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Memorial service for Raymond Walter Kenna Jr, 70, of Cullman are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.  Cullman Funeral...

Myrex and Hollingsworth officially headed to District 12 runoff Aug. 12

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Republicans Cindy Myrex and Clint Hollingsworth are officially headed for a runoff, as neither topped 50% of the vote in the...

Celebrate state’s farmers on Sweet Grown Alabama Day July 26

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Whether it is fruits, vegetables and honey or beef, pork and peanuts, Alabama’s farmers provide a bountiful amount of products...

Holly Pond happenings: Fire & Rescue Cadets fundraiser, Day in the...

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HOLLY POND, Ala. – It’s all about first responders in Holly Pond right now, with the Holly Pond Fire & Rescue Cadets holding a...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 22, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

North sweeps Boys’ & Girls’ All-Star Week Cross Country competition at...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Defending Class 5A state girls’ cross country champion Rose Betts of Brewer High School crossed the finish line first in the 2025 North-South...

Hope Horses hosting inaugural ‘Grow Hope’ dinner July 24 to fund...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. will host its highly anticipated Grow Hope capital campaign dinner on Thursday, July 24, at 6...

Karma’s celebrating 10 years

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma's Coffee House is celebrating 10 years in business this month with a schedule full of exciting events and reflections on...

Obituary: Henry Frank Duke

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Henry Frank Duke, 86, of Decatur went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 20, 2025. Frank lived an impactful life serving...

Obituary: Janera Carter Sayle

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Janera Carter Sayle, aged 86, passed away on May 15, 2025, in Hanceville, Alabama. Born on October 5, 1938, Janera was a lifelong resident...

Obituary: Rogenia Kent

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Funeral services for Rogenia Kent, 78, of Dothan, AL will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 23rd at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...

Obituary: Connie Kay Phillips

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Funeral Service for Connie Kay Phillips, age 73 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: Wendell Curtis Philpot

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Funeral services for Wendell Curtis Philpot, 91, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m., Friday, July 25, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Bro....

Obituary: Carolyn Elizabeth Thompson

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Funeral services for Carolyn Elizabeth Thompson, 87, will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Blair Congregational Methodist Church, with interment in...

Arrests and Incidents reported July 21, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 21, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

FAITH: ‘It’s truly incredible to be surrounded by so many Godly...

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BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Cheyenne Bishop will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she talked about her faith,...

Auburn’s Faulk, Coleman lead 6 Tigers on Preseason All-SEC teams

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AUBURN, Ala. – Receiver Cam Coleman and defensive lineman Keldric Faulk have been voted to the 2025 Preseason Media Days All-SEC First-Team, two of six Tigers earning recognition, the Southeastern...

Alabama players earn 11 spots on preseason All-SEC teams

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ATLANTA – The University of Alabama football team earned 11 spots on the 2025 Preseason All-SEC Team, the league office announced Friday. In addition, the...

COLUMN: From dinosaurs to devils

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Continued from www.cullmantribune.com/2025/07/14/column-we-made-it-to-north-dakota We visited two dinosaur museums on our trip. My favorite was Montana’s Glendive Dinosaur and Fossil Museum, which presents the dinosaur from...

Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts 25th class

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms was packed with friends, family, former teammates and coaches, old rivals and more Saturday night to celebrate the...

BOOK REVIEW: ‘The House on Biscayne Bay’ by Chanel Cleeton

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Chanel Cleeton is the author of several novels centered around the Hispanic culture. My favorites are “Next Year in Havana” and “The Last Train to...

Library board meeting notes: July 18

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board met Friday, approving financial reports, discussing ongoing projects and recognizing the success of ongoing programs. The...

Wallace State hosts CyberPatriot Camp to inspire future cybersecurity leaders

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Computer Science program recently introduced local students to the dynamic world of cybersecurity through an AFA CyberPatriot...

Files from Yesteryear: July 19, 1945

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From the files of July 10, 1945 Etha News The Rev. Roosevelt Pepper is supplying the pulpit at Shady Grove. Rev. C. E. Rush supplied his...