St. Paul’s Lutheran Church completes roof renovation, looks forward to return...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s has something wonderful to show its congregation when it finally returns to worship in-house: repairs and to the church’s...

Bringing out the Best: ‘Easter ninjas’ turn canceled kids’ event into...

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HARTSELLE, Ala. - When Daystar Church had to cancel the annual “Easter Egg Drop” at its Hartselle campus, members had already prepared tens of...

Bringing out the Best: Easter Bunny makes early visit to homes...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, a curious character identified only as “Mr. E. Bunny” was spotted in neighborhoods on Cullman’s south side, leaving eggs...

‘Her spirits are good, she’s crazy strong’: Meet Grayson Goodwin, Warrior...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – For mother Renee Hodge, the world changed Jan. 10, 2020 when her 16-year-old daughter, Grayson Goodwin, complained of chest pain. Grayson was...

Obituary: Gene Wilson Lamar

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Private graveside services for Gene Wilson Lamar, 82, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at Cullman Memory Gardens, Dr....

Different, but still Easter

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CULLMAN, Ala. - This week would normally be filled with people out and about shopping for a pretty new Easter dress or suit for...

Where to tune in for online Easter services

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CULLMAN, Ala. - At the start of the pandemic, many people were hopeful that the quarantine and social distancing protocols would only be in...

How to safely grocery shop during the coronavirus pandemic

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The novel coronavirus has changed many aspects of our day-to-day lives, including trips to the grocery store. Instead of popping by...

Banners of Hope

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HANCEVILLE, Ala.- As Barbara Wilson, wife of Hanceville City Councilman Charles Wilson, thought about ways to bring the message of Easter into better view...

Families enjoy Good Friday at the Ave Maria Grotto

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CULLMAN, Ala.- The announcement that the Ave Maria Grotto would not only be open on Good Friday, but that there would be no admission...

Bringing out the Best: SERVPRO sanitizes Cullman Police vehicles

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Technicians from SERVPRO’s Cullman office spent two days this week sanitizing vehicles for the Cullman Police Department (CPD), free of charge....

Cullman Police Department pins 2 officers for 10 years’ service

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department (CPD) on Friday pinned Sgt. Intae Suh and Officer Clint Sanford for 10 years of service with...

Obituary: Althea Frances Austin

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Althea Frances Austin, 91, passed away quietly March 31, 2020 at the Hanceville Nursing & Rehab Center in Hanceville, AL. Born in Kingston, Ontario in...

Obituary: Mildred Eudy Terrell

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Mildred Eudy Terrell passed away at the age of 90 while residing at the Folsom Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Cullman, Alabama. She...

Obituary: Mary Glenn Guthery

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Mary Glenn Guthery, 90, of Cullman went to heaven Friday, April 10, 2020. She was a life-long member of the Cullman Church of Christ. Mrs....

Obituary: Dennis Leo Norris

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Dennis Leo Norris, 73, of Haleyville entered into rest Thursday, April 9, 2020 at Shadescrest Healthcare. Mr. Norris was born March 14, 1947 in Haleyville,...

Obituary: Wendell Frank Sams

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Private graveside service for Wendell Frank Sams, 79, of Holly Pond will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 11, 2020 at Holly Pond Cemetery. Cullman...

Obituary: Janice Ruth Johnson Miller

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Janice Ruth Johnson Miller, 80, of Double Springs entered into rest Friday, April 10, 2020 at her residence. She was born Sept. 30, 1939. As per...

Respiratory therapists: Unsung heroes of the pandemic

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - On the front lines of the battle against COVID-19, doctors and nurses are getting a lot of headlines, and deservedly...

How has COVID-19 affected local law enforcement?

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CULLMAN, Ala. - With a sharp rise in domestic violence calls and a quarantine order that needs to be enforced, The Tribune reached out...

Unfurling Old Glory

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CULLMAN, Ala. – WoodmenLife continued its practice of donating flags to local organizations, churches and businesses Thursday afternoon, when Cullman’s Woodmen Chapter 1850 unfurled...

Arrests and incidents reported April 10, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 10, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Nail: ‘We’ve got hope’

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HANCEVILLE, Ala.- Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail at this week’s Hanceville City Council meeting fought back tears before speaking to the citizens of his city...

Can law enforcement really arrest people for violating the stay-at-home order?

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After Gov. Kay Ivey and State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris issued a statewide “stay-at-home” order March 27, some people immediately...

COMMUNITY COLLEGE MONTH SPOTLIGHT: WSCC Nursing Program prepares alumna for real-world experience, successful career 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Josie Jones, of Oneonta, began her nursing journey at Wallace State in 2008. She now serves as regional director of nursing over eight nursing homes. When it came to selecting the...

Bringing out the Best: Local pastors come together for Holy Thursday...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Pastors and other ministers from across the Cullman community on Thursday will host “One Cry Cullman,” an online prayer event to...

COMMUNITY COLLEGE MONTH SPOTLIGHT: 4 generations of local family have attended Wallace...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — When it comes to the Millican family, they’ve made Wallace State a part of their lives since the very beginning of...

Obituary: Era Montez Henry Hays

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Who is Era Montez Henry Hays… she was 95 years young. First, she was a daughter to Oscie Madonias Henry and Cora Elizabeth Manning Henry....

Obituary: Joseph Duke, Jr.

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Joseph Duke, Jr., 69, of Holly Pond entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior, while surrounded by his family, in the early...

Obituary: Patricia “Pat” Gail Roden

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In loving memory of Patricia "Pat" Gail Roden, 68, of Hanceville, Alabama. Mrs. Roden passed peacefully at her residence April 8, 2020 in Hanceville. Mrs. Roden...

Bringing out the Best: Northbrook Baptist Church Caring Center going strong

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Northbrook Baptist Church has, for a long time, maintained an outreach called The Caring Center at 1629 Second Ave. NW (Highway...

Wisconsin man charged with attempted murder in Cullman County

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A Wisconsin man was arrested Wednesday in Good Hope after allegedly stabbing someone. The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) said Isadore...

AlabamaWorks! releases business survey to identify COVID-19 impact

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MONTGOMERY, Ala – AlabamaWorks is pleased to announce a new tool for all businesses, large and small, related to the COVID-19 impact and future...

ADOL begins paying federal $600 stimulus benefit

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today Alabama has begun paying the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) benefit that...

Arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Alabama Humanities names new executive director

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Alabama Humanities Foundation named Dr. Lynn Clark, former head of the Northeast Louisiana Children’s Coalition, as executive director of Alabama Humanities...

Good Samaritan patients continue to access care amid COVID-19 pandemic

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CULLMAN, Ala. - We at Good Samaritan Health Clinic hope that you and your family are safe and healthy. For those we serve, the consequences...

Rock the South 2020 canceled due to COVID-19

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South will not be happening this year, organizers announced early Thursday morning, saying, “In the best interest of our...

Bringing out the Best: Young chefs share French recipes to raise...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As COVID-19 puts more people at home and not at work, charitable and relief agencies can struggle to keep up with...

Obituary: Delton McElroy

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Mr. Delton McElroy, 81, of Cullman passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at his residence. Mr. McElroy served in the United States Army.  He was...

Obituary: David Laverle Buckelew

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Private graveside services for David Laverle Buckelew, 89, of Falkville will be at 2 p.m. Friday, April 10, 2020 at Union Hill Cemetery with...

ALEA dispels rumors during Stay at Home Order

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is receiving a high volume of inquiries from motorists concerning enforcement along Alabama roadways, particularly since...

Jacobs proclaims Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed the second full week of April (April 12-18) as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. This...

How are local seniors coping during this time?

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 Barbara Whitehead, Phelan  “In my free time now, I've had time to sit and play my guitar, work on some new songs, done some house...

Arrests and incidents reported April 8, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 8, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Bringing out the Best: You’ve been egged!

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Elementary School second grader Ava Whatley has been busy this past week “egging” her friends’ and relatives’ houses. With lots...

Letter to the Editor: Caregiving in the era of COVID-19

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Even in ordinary times, the more than 760,000 unpaid family caregivers in Alabama face a daunting set of daily tasks. Oftentimes with little or no...

UAB among 1st in U.S. to offer clinical trial for the...

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The University of Alabama at Birmingham has been selected to begin enrolling patients in an international study assessing the use of...

PREP BASEBALL: Cruce brothers overcome tragedy on the diamond

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Sports are often used as a way to escape the stresses of everyday life. We are learning to love sports now more than...

Cullman Caring for Kids: Child Abuse Awareness Month on hold, child...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As Cullman settles into a quarantine routine, April’s status as Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month is easy to overlook, but...

Cullman Caring for Kids: Be safe when visiting food pantry

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CULLMAN, Ala. - CCK’s food pantry will be open Wednesday morning, but will be closed Friday in observance of Good Friday. Food distribution will...

Obituary: Brenda Kay Hale Crow

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Brenda Kay Hale Crow, 69, of Hanceville passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2020. She was born April 29, 1950 to John William and Rebbie...

Obituary: Betty Sue Carnes

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Betty Sue Carnes, 82, of Cullman passed away Monday, April 6, 2020. No services are planned at this time. Cullman Funeral Home assisted the family. Friends may...

Holly Pond purchases land for future projects

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HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its April meeting voted to purchase approximately 13.2 acres of land across from the...

Wallace State women’s basketball’s Imari Martin named NJCAA Division I 1st-team...

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HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State women’s basketball guard Imari Martin is the program’s first National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I 1st-team All-American. Martin, a sophomore,...

Arrests and incidents reported April 7, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 7, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

State calls for retired medical professionals, medical students to help respond...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Governor’s Office of Volunteer Services (GOVS) recently put out a call for  volunteers among retired medical professionals and medical students...

Sharp rise in domestic violence during quarantine

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CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper reported to The Tribune that cases of domestic violence are on the rise around...

Cullman Regional accepting handmade mask donations

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CULLMAN, Ala. – As Cullman Regional continues to manage its supply of personal protective equipment, it's allowing for the making of alternative, non-commercially produced...

Obituary: Alfa Bustos Castaneda

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Alfa Bustos Castaneda, 59, of Haleyville passed away April 4, 2020 at UAB Hospital, Birmingham. She was born March 14, 1961 in Mexico. As per...

Obituary: Edsel Trennon Key

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Edsel Trennon Key, 80, of Arley entered into rest Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Falkville Healthcare Center. Edsel was born May 18, 1939 in Arley,...

Obituary: John Wayne Quick

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Private graveside services for John Wayne Quick, 79, of Cullman were at 4 p.m. Monday, April 6, 2020 at Mt. Vernon Primitive Baptist Cemetery,...

Obituary: Barbara Clark

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Barbara Clark, 71, of Haleyville passed away April 5, 2020. She was born Sept. 9, 1948. As per State and Federal guidelines, a private service...

Obituary: Lois Smith Ward

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Lois Smith Ward, of Smyrna, Georgia passed away April 5, 2020 at the age of 95. She was born in Cullman, AL Nov. 5, 1924...

Obituary: Jason Lee Harville

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Jason Lee Harville, 49, of Logan passed away April 5, 2020 at his residence. No services are planned at this time. Cullman Funeral Home is in...

Obituary: Jerome Quinton Cobbs

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Jerome Quinton Cobbs, 57, of Joppa passed away April 5, 2020 at his residence.  No services are planned at this time. Cullman Funeral Home is...

St. Bernard to give away 2020 Jeep April 19

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CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Prep School is no exception to feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic including its 36th Annual Bloomin’ Festival...

Governor Ivey launches state’s guide to COVID-19 relief efforts

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced the launch of altogetheralabama.org, an online resource that will serve as a hub of information...

Arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs standout Elizabeth Hill headed to Montevallo

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BREMEN, Ala. – After racking up over 2,000 career points, earning First Team All-State honors two years in a row, helping lead the Lady Eagles to...

Cullman Council considering $1.5M loan to HomTex for expanded mask production

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council announced in an emergency meeting Monday afternoon that it will consider a $1.5 million loan to the...

Businesses applying for federal aid can receive Certificates of Existence through...

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Federal resources have been made available to support businesses during the coronavirus pandemic to assist with tax relief, employee protection and...

Funny Things from Yesterday: It’s better than me think it would...

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I am using two stories this week since they are short and both pertain to my youngest brother, Jim. Our Uncle Robert, as far back...

Files from Yesteryear: 1937, 1954

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From the Files of 1937: October is here -the month of witches, black cats and spooks. Already at Fairview High we are looking forward to...

Obituary: Ronny Leon White

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Ronny Leon White of Hanceville passed away April 3, 2020 at the age of 70. He was born in Cullman Jan. 8, 1950 to...

Obituary: William Jefferson Daniel, Jr.

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Graveside services for William Jefferson Daniel, Jr., 88, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at Duck River Cemetery with...

Obituary: Thomas Alton Williamson

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Graveside services for Thomas Alton Williamson, 87, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m., Sunday, April 5, 2020 at Crosses Chapel Cemetery, Bro. Gary...

Obituary: William Lowell Allinder

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Private graveside services for William Lowell Allinder, 89, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Monday, April 6, 2020 at Emeus Baptist Cemetery, Rev....

March and April motor vehicle registration deadline extended to May 15,...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - For the purposes of applying Alabama's motor vehicle registration laws and property tax laws as related to the annual registration and...

Wallace State student embarking on special project for area families affected by Alzheimer’s,...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — When Aaron Holder gave his wife Danielle a hand-drawn portrait of her and her “Granny” for Christmas, he didn’t know at the time that...

Commission declares emergency; County employees receive 5% pay adjustment

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission held a special meeting Friday morning, and due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting was closed to visitors...

Community College Month Spotlight: Dia family legacy fulfilled at Wallace State...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College has become a family tradition for many families, and every year, especially during Community College Month and...

Victim Services receives funding for 2020 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Victim Services of Cullman has received funding from the National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators (NAVAA) through a grant from the...

Class of 2020 – COVID-19 brings early end to school year

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The effects of the coronavirus outbreak are being felt all over the world and school systems are no exception. The decision...

Obituary: James Trent Allred

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James Trent Allred was born March 25, 1996 and passed away April 1, 2020.

Wallace State to host virtual screenings of Southern Circuit Tour of...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Due to the cancellation of screenings of Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Films in response to the coronavirus pandemic, free virtual...

Ivey issues Stay at Home order beginning 5 p.m. Saturday

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday issued a Stay at Home order to be applied statewide. The order will be effective beginning...

HomTex begins production of filtered face masks at Cullman facility

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Updated 4-3-20 at 5:07 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, Cullman-based textile manufacturer HomTex announced that its Cullman facility will begin producing a reusable and...

Cullman City Primary School sends students off with drive-by parade

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CULLMAN, Ala. – With the school closure and schools turning to online courses for students, many schools are hosting “drive-by parades” to say good-bye...

Obituary: Betty Cagle

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Betty Elizabeth Cagle, 74, of Haleyville entered into rest Thursday, April 2, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Ms. Cagle was born...

Obituary: Lillian Parr

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Lillian Parr entered into rest April 2, 2020 surrounded by her family. Complete obituary will be posted at a later time.

Obituary: Henry Leonard Gilbreath

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Henry Leonard Gilbreath, 82, of Double Springs entered into rest Thursday, April 2, 2020 at Lakeland Community Hospital. He was born May 6, 1937 in...

Obituary: James Matthew Bolzle

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Graveside services for James Matthew Bolzle, 77, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Antioch Baptist Cemetery, Rev. Wade...

Obituary: William Roger Jones

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William Roger Jones, 69, of Baileyton, Alabama was born June 9, 1950 to Jessie and Gladys Jones and passed away April 2, 2020 at Cullman...

Obituary: Judy King

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Judy King, 68, of Cullman passed away Thursday, April 2, 2020 at Hanceville Nursing Home. There are no services planned at this time.

Cullman Council, mayor issue orders limiting number of customers in retail...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Friday passed a resolution followed by an order from Mayor Woody Jacobs limiting the number of...

Obituary: Alice Lovee Wright

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Private graveside services for Alice Lovee Wright, 90, of Cullman will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery with...

Obituary: Bobbie Nell Umphrey Cleghorn

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Bobbie Nell Umphrey Cleghorn of Cullman passed away March 30, 2020 at the age of 86. She was born in Cullman March 7, 1934...

Arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2020

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Cullman Regional update on COVID-19 situation

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Regional Medical Center reports that COVID-19 is having a critical and hopefully short-term financial impact on the entire local healthcare...