FAITH: ‘God is in control’: Good Hope’s Cammi Graves reflects on...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Cammi Graves feels so blessed to have God in her life, and He has helped her overcome...

Severe weather possible through at least Monday

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Scattered to numerous thunderstorms will develop across much of state this afternoon with the highest concentration over the northern half of Alabama.  A few...

Cullman County Schools announces Jennings, Strane as new principals

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Jyme Jennings as the next principal of Good Hope High School and...

Caldwell announces candidacy for Cullman City Board of Education

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Tyler Caldwell recently announced his candidacy for Place 1 on the Cullman City Board of Education. Below is Caldwell’s announcement, unedited and...

Obituary: Nolan “Topper” Wayne Lynn

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Nolan" Topper" Wayne Lynn, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. He was born in Cullman on April 9,...

Obituary: Dorothy Louise Scott

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Dorothy Louise Scott, 98, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on June 4, 2025.  Friends are invited to join the Scott family for a time...

Obituary: Richard E. Hart, Sr.

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Funeral Service for Richard Eddie Hart, Sr., age 77 of Vinemont, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Cullman Heritage...

Obituary: Stacey Paul

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Memorial Service for Stacey Jeanne Paul, age 62 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Arrests and Incidents reported June 5, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Active pattern Friday into next week

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Concerning Friday, it is still unclear whether scattered thunderstorms will develop across Alabama or a Mesoscale Convective System (MCS) with clusters or line of...

PREP SPORTS: ‘At Vinemont, we are all one family’: Vinemont’s Aubrey...

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VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont senior Aubrey Sandlin collected her diploma in May, and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite sports memories...

West Point scholars heading to quizbowl championship

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WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point High School will compete in the Partnership for Academic Competition Excellence (PACE) National Scholastic Championship (NSC), June 7-8,...

Cullman City Schools: 2024-2025 year in review

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As the 2024-2025 school year comes to a close, the Cullman City Board of Education is looking back at a year...

Cullman Swim Team wins 1st home meet over Jacksonville Swim Team

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team hosted its first home meet of the season Tuesday night and collected a win against the Jacksonville...

Taylor, Gay named May CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above...

Obituary: Sonia Santos Salerni

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Funeral Mass for Sonia Santos Salerni, 77, of Hanceville will be 10 a.m. Friday June 6th at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.  Burial...

Obituary: Steve Cupit

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Memorial services for Steve Cupit, 79, of Logan are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.  Cullman Funeral Home is...

Arrests and Incidents reported June 4, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

FAITH: ‘Trust God through it all’: Fairview’s Elleigh Henry discusses her...

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- God has played a major role in Fairview senior Elleigh Henry's life and in this interview, she talked about her journey...

Caring for aging relatives

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For individuals age 50 or older living in the United States, chances are one or both of their parents are still living. It’s not...

FAITH: ‘I deeply hope I’ve inspired other young people to get...

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BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs' senior Addison Raymond feels blessed to have a relationship with God and in this interview, she talked about how...

Severe weather threat Friday into weekend

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A very active pattern will occur into early next week. Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms will develop mainly across both the southern half of...

FAITH: ‘God is always listening’: Vinemont’s Reagan Robinson talks about her...

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VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont's Reagan Robinson will be a senior this upcoming school year and in this interview, she talked about how much God...

Obituary: Marlin Ray Hawkins

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Funeral services for Marlin Ray Hawkins, 86, of Vinemont will be 12 p.m. Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The graveside...

Obituary: John Roland McGraw

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Funeral services for John Roland McGraw, 81, of Falkville will be 2 p.m. Thursday June 5th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.  Burial will follow...

Good Samaritan announces construction project out for bids

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Good Samaritan Health Clinic Executive Director Jolanda Hutson on June 2, 2025, announced that the clinic’s new facility project is officially...

Obituary: Wanda Faye Smith

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"Gramma Wanda"September 5, 1939 – June 1, 2025 Wanda Faye Maddox Smith, lovingly known as Gramma Wanda, age 85, of Center Hill, Alabama, passed away...

Arrests and Incidents reported June 3, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 3, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Cullman City Schools working to double number of pre-school students

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Learning can never start too soon, according to Cullman City Schools, which said it is actively working to grow its pre-kindergarten...

Rainer: Rosen’s cobia dish takes Alabama Seafood Cook-Off crown

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In its first year under the Sweet Grown Alabama banner, the Alabama Seafood Cook-Off recently continued its legacy of highlighting Alabama-grown products, especially Alabama...

Active pattern returns Wednesday through the weekend

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Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms return to the forecast across the southern half of the state Wednesday and statewide Friday through at least...

Cullman City Council shows support for local arts, officials and police

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday showed its support for local arts by donating to the Cullman High School Theatre program,...

FAITH: Renovation Church welcomes new Senior Pastor Ryan Wilburn

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VINEMONT, Ala. - Renovation Church said it is excited to announce Ryan Wilburn as its new senior pastor. “Pastor Ryan, along with his fiancée Brittany...

LIST: The ultimate Cullman VBS summer roadmap

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Looking for a place for your kids to participate in a local Vacation Bible School this summer? Look no further! The...

Obituary: Stacy A. Thomas

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Mr. Stacy A. Thomas died peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the age of 85.  Stacy is survived by his wife, Emma, his son,...

Obituary: James Austin Wesson

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James Austin Wesson, Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.  James was born in Dora, AL on December 16th, 1939. He passed away on February...

Obituary: Barbara Joan James

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Barbara Joan James, 65, of Cullman passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025.  She was born February 24, 1960.  She was preceded in death...

FAITH: ‘Spread God’s word’: Holly Pond’s Ava Claire discusses how God...

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HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's Ava Claire will be a senior in August, and on May 25, Ava gave her life to Jesus...

Obituary: Betty Guthery Shikle

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Funeral service for Betty Guthery Shikle, 84, of Cullman will be at 12 p.m., Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Mt. Vernon Congregational Methodist Church,...

Obituary: William Ronald Parker

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William Ronald Parker, age 75, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025. A devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend, William served...

Arrests and Incidents reported June 2, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

(Updated) 1 dead, 1 detained in stabbing in Colony

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Updated June 1, 2025, at 10 p.m. (corrected) COLONY, Ala. - One person has died and another has been detained in a stabbing incident in...

COLUMN: What’s under your bed?

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Jennifer Garner must have asked me a thousand times, “What’s in your wallet?” The answer is always the same, “Nothing, absolutely nothing!” I keep...

(Update) DA says Colony stabbing was ‘justifiable homicide’ under Stand Your...

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Updated June 2, at 1:50 p.m. COLONY, Ala. – A local man died as a result of a stabbing in the Colony community on Sunday,...

‘Everyone just made it feel like home’: Good Hope’s Luke Shelton...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope senior Luke Shelton recently collected his high school diploma and in this interview, he shared some of his...

Education notes

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Listed are educational achievements submitted by colleges and universities for area students. Berry College Class of 2025 ROME, Ga. - Berry College welcomed...

Cullman Regional: Hospital achieves zero CLABSI infection rate

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CULLMAN, Ala. - In its most recent update, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI) dataset revealed that Cullman Regional...

Vinemont Golf Team to host 3rd annual golf tournament June 9...

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont High School Golf Team will host its third annual golf tournament fundraiser on Monday, June 9, at Terri Pines...

Files from Yesteryear: May 31,1956

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From the files of May 31, 1956 --Back -- a -- Bit---From the Tribune Files of 1906 & 1936 50 YEARS AGO Prof. Homer F. Morris will...

Obituary: Rusty Lynn Perkins

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Rusty Lynn Perkins, 47, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on May 13, 2025. Born on January 12, 1978, Rusty lived a life rooted in...

Obituary: Betty Jo McDonald

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Betty Jo McDonald, age 59 of Cullman, Alabama passed away May 29, 2025. She was born September 6, 1965, in Cullman county, Alabama.  Betty wouldn’t...

Obituary: Edith Marie “Deedie” Marcum

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Funeral Service for Edith Marie "Deedie" Marcum, age 83 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 2, 2025, at Cullman Heritage...

PREP SPORTS: ‘Everyone truly cares for one another’: Fairview’s Ralie Gaines...

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview senior Ralie Gaines walked across the stage at Wallace State and picked up her diploma recently and in this interview,...

Tractor Supply opens in Hanceville

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tractor Supply Companyin Hanceville is celebrating its grand opening now through June 1. The company said there will be deals, daily...

ABC Board: New state regulations for vape products set to take...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Effective June 1, Act 2025-403 passed by the Alabama Legislature and sponsored by Rep. Barbara Drummond, D-Mobile, designates two specific retail...

Mike Dean named Cullman City Schools athletic director

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Updated May 31, 2025, at 11:26 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has announced the appointment of Coach Mike Dean as its new athletic...

Pet of the Week: Hey Joe!

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Joe, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. He’s an approximately 4-month-old chocolate lab mix who is ready for your...

Archers raise nearly $5K at 14th annual Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Over 100 archers from across the region gathered May 24-25 at the Cullman Community Archery Park for the 14th annual Bow-Up...

Hanceville man arrested for child sex crimes, human trafficking in Blount...

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BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. – A Hanceville man was arrested on May 29, in Blount County, for multiple alleged sexual offenses during an operation conducted...

Obituary: Ottis Harold Dean Pitts

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A memorial service for Ottis Harold Dean Pitts, 79, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Tuesday June 3rd at Hopewell Cemetery.  Mr. Pitts was born...

Obituary: Lynelle Braswell

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Lynelle Braswell age 83 of Cullman, died Thursday May 29, 2025  She was preceded in death by her husband, James W. Braswell; infant son, Rodney...

Obituary: Judy Dianne Echols

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Judy Dianne Echols, age 70 of Cullman, Alabama passed away May 28, 2025. She was born April 3, 1955, in Atlanta, Georgia.  Judy was a...

Obituary: Ann Juanita Crist

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Ann Juanita Crist, age 78, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025.  Throughout her life, Ann exemplified devotion- to her family, work,...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 30, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Moulton man sentenced to 300 years in prison for crimes against...

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – A Lawrence County man has been sentenced for committing multiple child sexual exploitation crimes, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona. U.S. District...

Wallace State releases spring 2025 President’s, Dean’s Lists

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 685 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring...

Jacobs proclaims May 31 ‘Relay For Life Day’ in Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Saturday, May 31, 2025, “Relay For Life Day” in the city of Cullman. On-hand...

Jana Shelton announces candidacy for Hanceville City Council

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Jana Shelton has announced her candidacy for Hanceville City Council, Place 1. Below is Shelton’s announcement. I am excited to announce my candidacy...

Obituary: Mary Catherine Hudson

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Mary C. Fairbrother Hudson, age 89, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.  She is survived by her husband Maxie Hudson, her...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 29, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 29, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

‘I always made an effort to pour into others’: Holly Pond’s...

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HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond senior Megan Fry graduated earlier this month and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite memories...

Record number complete Wallace State Adult Education, Workforce programs

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College celebrated the accomplishments of hundreds of students who over the last year have earned more than 2,000...

PREP CHEER: ‘I want to be remembered as the kind of...

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Christian's Destiny Siegel collected her diploma recently and in this interview, she shares some of her favorite memories from her...

Vinemont council moves forward on water bottle refill station at South...

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VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council convened its monthly meeting on May 27 with all council members in attendance. Key highlights of the...

Local, state law enforcement: Memorial Day Weekend sees decreased activity

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Alabama Law Enforcement Agency reported decreased Memorial Day Weekend activity. Cullman Police Assistant...

Republican Jared Hudson launches U.S. Senate campaign

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Republican Jared Hudson on May 28, announced his candidacy for the United States Senate for the 2026 election. The seat is...

Obituary: Mary Jane Schaffer

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Mary Jane Schaffer, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025.  A visitation for Mary Jane will be held Thursday, May...

Obituary: Jane Carolyn Rice

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Jane C. Rice age 86 of Cullman, Alabama passed away May 25, 2025. Jane was born May 11, 1939, in Blount County, Alabama.  Jane is...

Obituary: April Dawn Steele

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April Dawn Steele passed away on May 27, 2025, at the age of 47. April was born in Decatur, Alabama, on February 2, 1978,...

Obituary: Daniel Derrick Culwell

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Funeral services for Daniel Derrick Culwell, 75, of Blountsville will be 1 p.m. Thursday May 29th at Trinity Lutheran Church.  Burial will follow the...

Obituary: James Hershel Morgan, Sr.

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James Hershel Morgan Sr. passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, in Hanceville, Alabama, at the age of 81.  James was born on June 19,...

Obituary: Jeffrey Austin Dean

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Visitation for Jeffrey Austin Dean, age 56 of Birmingham, will be from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Cullman...

Why your family medical history matters: 5 things you should know

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - When you go to the doctor, the first thing you’re asked is, “Do you have a family history of X?” Do...

COLUMN: I can see clearly now

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At my age, the time has come. One of the last parts of my body that was still working properly finally needs help, and...

Good Hope Council vacates portion of Williams Drive, awards bid for...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second May meeting at Good Hope City Hall Tuesday night and they kicked things...

Dr. Jenny Folsom announces Cullman City Council re-election bid

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Council President Dr. Jenny Folsom has announced her re-election bid. Folsom began her fourth term on Nov. 2, 2020....

CCSO Deputy Patrick Bishop kicks off Alabama lieutenant governor campaign

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputy and Retired U.S. Army Major Patrick Bishop on Memorial Day announced he is running for the...

‘Vinemont is like a big family’: Vinemont’s Lily Hasting looks back...

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VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont senior Lily Hasting just earned her diploma to wrap up her high school career and in this interview, she shared...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 28, 2025

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

Period of rain and thunderstorms through Friday

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Most of the state will remain dry today into the evening hours.  The exception will be near the coast, where the sea breeze will...

BOOK REVIEW: ‘Open Season’ by Jonathan Kellerman

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“Open Season” is the 40th book in the Dr. Alex Delaware book series by Jonathan Kellerman. The main characters are Delaware, who is a child psychologist,...

Ari Randall of Cullman selected for University of Alabama Blackburn Institute...

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Ari Randall of Cullman was recently selected as a member of The University of Alabama Blackburn Institute's class of 2025. Only 50...

Brad Smith announces Cullman City Council candidacy

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Councilman Brad Smith has announced his candidacy. Smith was sworn in on June 6, 2022, to serve his first...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 27, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Obituary: Myrtis C. Shelton

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Myrtis C. Shelton, age 82, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Myrtis was preceded in death by her parents Jim Clingan...

Obituary: John Leland Wise

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A graveside service for John Leland Wise, 83, of Bremen will be 11 a.m. Thursday May 29th at Mt. Joy Cemetery. Mr. Wise was born...

Obituary: Jo Helen Wilson

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Jo Helen Morris Wilson, 92, of Cullman passed away peacefully from this earth into the glory of the Lord May 26, 2025. She died...

Obituary: Randall James Reese

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Randall James Reese, age 81, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sunday evening, May 25, 2025, at his residence. He was born June 5,...

Obituary: Alta Gaye Freeman

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Funeral Service for Alta Gaye Freeman, age 84, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Heavy rainfall and severe weather potential this afternoon

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A Flood Watch is in effect for Central Alabama until 12 AM. A line of thunderstorms will affect areas east of I-65 through mid to...