Arrests and Incidents reported June 2, 2025
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
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?
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...
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...
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
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
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...
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
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
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
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
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...
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
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...
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
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!
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...
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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
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...
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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...
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
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
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...
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
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
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
“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...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Campbell announces candidacy for mayor of Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Pastor Paul Campbell on Tuesday, May 27, declared his candidacy for mayor of Hanceville.
Campbell’s full, unedited announcement, provided by Ty Watwood,...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Be a great leader and a great person’: Good...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s Jathan Smith just collected his diploma last week and in this interview, he talked about some of his...
CHS graduate Evan Cherry awarded $1K 4-H scholarship
CULLMAN, Ala. - Recent Cullman High School graduate Evan Cherry was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Alabama 4-H Foundation for his years of...
Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts to present ‘Disney’s Dare to Dream...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts will present “Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr.,”a nostalgic celebration of Disney dreams, music and magic on...
New business spotlight: Smith Lake Veterinary Hospital
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County natives Dr. Morgan Roberts White and her husband Daniel White will open Smith Lake Veterinary Hospital in late June-early...
Rainer: Live auction set for State Lands hunting leases May 31
Alabama hunters will soon have an opportunity to bid on hunting leases at a live auction being conducted by the Alabama Department of Conservation...
Gudger secures $250K for Good Samaritan Health Clinic
CULLMAN, Ala. - Senate President Pro Tempore Garlan Gudger this week announced that he secured $250,000 in state funding for Good Samaritan Health Clinic...
New summer EBT benefits coming to families with eligible school children
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) in partnership with the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) plans to distribute Alabama...
Extension experts share best practices for washing produce as farmers’ markets...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — With farmers’ markets opening across the South, consumers are eager to enjoy fresh, locally grown produce. To ensure food safety...
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church bids farewell to longtime Pastor Fr....
Celebration of ministry this Sunday, June 1, 2025
Updated May 26, 2025, at 11:17 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Sunday, June 1, 2025, Sacred Heart of...
Another round of rain and thunderstorms today
A Marginal Risk is in effect for most of the state today through at least Wednesday.
The next upper-level disturbance will spread rain and thunderstorms...
Red Hill School House to open for free June 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex and Peinhardt Living History Farm will open the doors of the Red Hill School House to the...
2nd annual Bartlett Baseball Camp set for June 18: Early registration...
BREMEN, Ala. - The second annual Bartlett Baseball Camp will return on Wednesday, June 18, at the Cold Springs High School baseball field. Organized...
Op-Ed: Duty doesn’t end at discharge – supporting our struggling heroes
As Memorial Day approaches, Americans nationwide prepare to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Ceremonies...
‘You only get to go to high school once, so make...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond senior Rilee Shareck collected her diploma last Saturday and in this interview, shared some of her favorite memories...
COLUMN: Remember the Alamo
No, I did not fight at the Alamo, at least not in Texas. I arrived a little too late and missed it by at...
Line of storms expected today
A line of storms is likely today, enter northern Alabama early to mid-afternoon and travel southward through the evening hours. Damaging wind gusts and...
Files from Yesteryear: May 24,1951
From the files of May 24, 1951
Two Scout Troops Spend Night In Woods
Two Girl Scout Troops—Cullman No. I and Logan No. I—enjoyed a camping...
Obituary: Sharron Elby Jones
Funeral service for Sharron Jones, 78, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 29th, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment...
Doyle announces candidacy for Alabama House District 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heather Doyle has announced her candidacy for Alabama House of Representatives District 12.
Election details
Gov. Kay Ivey set special election dates for...
Fight the bite: Protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases this season
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As mosquito season ramps up, the Alabama Department of Public Health urges all residents to take preventive measures to protect themselves...
Hanceville library hosting poetry night May 30
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville will host a live poetry night on Friday, May 30, from 6-7 p.m.
Library Manager...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Overkill’ by J A Jance
“Overkill” is the 18th novel in J A Jance’s Ali Reynold’s series. Ali Reynolds has certainly undergone a transition from the first novel, “Edge of Evil,” published...
Cullman County Coroner’s Office hosts SUIDI training class
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Coroner’s Office on May 21-22, hosted a Sudden Unexplained Infant Death Investigation (SUIDI) training class at the Cullman...
Britton announces candidacy for Cullman City Board of Education Place 5
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mark Britton has announced his candidacy for Place 5 on the Cullman City Board of Education. Place 5 is currently held...
Op-Ed: ‘Be the difference that the cost of a life paid...
There are countless things in life that I’m grateful for — too many to list without keeping you here for days. But woven into...
Cullman County Memorial Day celebrations
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County is ready to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with various events for all ages. From night trail rides and car...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Wallace State reaches Final 3 with rout of Gaston...
YUMA, AZ. -- Wallace State Lions had a monumental task to keep their championship dreams alive as they faced the 7th-seeded Gaston in the...
Obituary: Jerry James Twilley
Jerry James Twilley of Cullman, Alabama passed away on May 21, 2025, at the age of 48. Jerry was born in Cullman, Alabama on...
Obituary: Glenda June Moss
A memorial service for Glenda June Moss, 74, of Cullman will be 2 p.m. Sunday May 25th at Hanceville Funeral Home chapel.
Mrs. Moss...
Obituary: Wanda LaTorre Lenz
Funeral service for Wanda LaTorre Lenz, 77, of Crane Hill, will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel...
Obituary: Florence Yvonne Maddux
Graveside service for Florence Yvonne Maddux, 90, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Cullman City Cemetery, Bro. Stanley...
Christ Covenant rummage sale raises over $22K for missions
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church in Cullman held its annual rummage sale May 16-17, raising an impressive $22,533. All proceeds will support...
Hogan back behind bars in Cullman County murder case
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man who was out on bond on a murder charge saw his bond revoked on Monday, May 19, by...
Pet of the Week: Sweet Snoopy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Snoopy, a 1-year-old Bassett Hound/Terrier mix, who is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
This loving pup has low/medium energy...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Lions get past Chipola in NJCAA World Series
The 11th-seed Wallace State Lions kept their championship dreams alive as they defeated 12th-seeded Chipola 4-3 in the NJCAA World Series in Yuma, AZ....
Commission approves airport bids, voting precinct change
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its May 20 meeting addressed infrastructure improvements, voting precinct change and a retirement recognition.
Commissioners approved a...
Dr. Nicole Wadsworth kicks off Alabama lieutenant governor campaign
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Dr. Nicole Wadsworth officially launched her campaign for lieutenant governor of Alabama on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at a packed event...
Cullman’s Cody Goodwin commissioned as 2nd lieutenant in US Army
HENDERSON, Tenn. - In a historic moment for the school, Freed-Hardeman University's spring 2025 commencement ceremony celebrated the first-ever commissioning of an Army officer,...
Obituary: Duell Waid Rusk
Duell Waid Rusk age 85 of Cullman, Alabama passed away Wednesday May 21, 2025.
Mr. Rusk was a dedicated and hardworking man who spent 20...












































































































