Obituary: Kim Fowler Smith
In memory and honor of our beloved Kim Fowler Smith, age 68, a Celebration of Life beginning at 1 p.m. will be held on...
Winter weather warnings prompt yard and garden preparations
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - This year is rolling in on the wings of bitterly cold winter weather that is atypical for Alabama. Temperatures in...
Wallace State signs MOU with Samford University
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Samford University providing Wallace State students with...
Walter Baptist hosting women’s event Feb. 2
WALTER, Ala. - Walter Baptist Church will host a “Covered with Love” Women’s Day conference on Sunday, Feb. 2, from 2-4 p.m.
Church member Nina...
Wolfpack Martial Arts to host Parents’ Night Out Movie Night on...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Wolfpack Martial Arts is hosting a Parents’ Night Out Movie Night on Friday, Feb. 14. The event will offer a fun...
Obituary: Robert Warren Byland
Robert Warren Byland, age 75 of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Cullman Regional. He was born, October 18, 1949 to...
Obituary: Donny Myers
Don "Donny" Alan Myers, age 61 of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Cullman Regional. He was born, August 28, 1963...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Adams
Jerry Wayne Adams passed away on January 8, 2025, at the age of 87 in Huntsville, AL surrounded by his children. His battle with serious...
Wallace State: Speeker establishes first endowed scholarship of 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Future Foundation recently announced its first endowed scholarship of the year with the creation of the...
Check out these Cullman Senior Center events
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Senior Center recently held a popular introduction to frame loom weaving class, and now the second one of the...
AEMA: Dangerously cold temperatures and Winter Storm Watch
CLANTON, Ala. – There is an Extreme Cold Warning for parts of central Alabama with Cold Weather Advisory for remainder of state. Winter Storm...
Keep your pets safe this winter
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Control asks that pet owners be responsible and take care of their animals all year, but especially during...
St. Bernard announces dates for 41st annual Bloomin’ Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Abbey and Preparatory School this week announced the 41st annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Crafts Fair, scheduled for April...
Files from Yesteryear: Jan. 18, 1945
From the files of Jan. 18, 1945
North Vinemont News
Mr. and Mrs. Martin Drake visited Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Blackmon, Sunday afternoon.
Pauline and Louise Norris...
JV COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Cold Springs handles Vinemont 61-19 to advance
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The nightcap from the opening day of this year’s county tournament featured a JV Boys matchup between (2) Cold Springs and...
JV COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Fairview advances to semifinals with 48-33 win over...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – In our second JV Girls matchup of the day, (3) Fairview took on (6) Vinemont and the Lady Aggies took control...
JV COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Raiders race past Hanceville 59-33, advance to semifinals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – (3) Good Hope met (5) Hanceville in Saturday’s second JV Boys matchup and the Raiders got off to a fast start...
NWS: Cold weather advisory in effect
Urgent weather message from the the National Weather Service in Huntsville:
Cold weather advisory in effect from midnight Sunday night to noon CST Monday for...
JV COUNTY TOURNAMENT: West Point rallies to top Holly Pond 40-35
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The fourth-seeded Lady Warriors clashed with the fifth-seeded Lady Broncos of Holly Pond in Saturday’s second JV matchup, and it was...
JV COUNTY TOURNAMENT: Aggies advance with 42-28 win over Holly Pond
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Basketball Tournament officially tipped off at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Saturday and day one is packed...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope Raiders, Lady Raiders collect area wins over...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- After picking up a pair of area wins at East Lawrence on Thursday, the Good Hope Raiders returned home on Friday to take...
Jax State announces fall 2024 President’s, Dean’s Lists
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - More than 1,200 students were named to the President's List at Jacksonville State University for their outstanding academic performance in Fall...
Obituary: Jane Frances Imbusch
Jane Frances Imbusch, age 89, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Jane was born in Cullman, Alabama on August 31,...
Obituary: Virginia Lou Calvert
Virginia Lou Calvert, passed away peacefully on Jan. 16, 2025 at the age of 84. Virginia was born in Cullman County on January 27,...
Obituary: Carolyn Daphne Jacobs
Funeral services for Carolyn Jacobs, 69, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m., Monday, January 20, 2025 at Living Faith Baptist Church with interment...
Obituary: James Richard Campbell, Sr.
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for James Richard Campbell, Sr., 86, of Vinemont.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Campbell...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 17, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 17, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Chamber hosting ‘Using AI in the Workplace’ workshop Jan. 28
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Lunch & Learn workshop, titled Using AI in the Workplace, on Tuesday,...
Goyer, Ridgeway named to Samford University Cumberland School of Law Dean’s...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Samford University's Cumberland School of Law named 150 students to the Dean's List for the fall 2024 semester.
Cumberland School of Law...
$68K in scholarships provided to Wallace State students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College recently announced it received $68,0000 provided by the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and the Alabama Community...
Pet of the Week: Meet the sweet, loving, caring Ms. Ida-Mae!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is Ida-Mae. This loving bulldog is approximately 2.5 years old, and she truly is...
Update on cold temperatures and potential winter weather
Rain will spread over the state tonight into Saturday morning, ending in the southeastern sections Saturday evening. A few thunderstorms may also develop and...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville collects 61-56 win over Oak Grove, Lady Bulldogs...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs were back home at Lane Horton Gymnasium for a pair of varsity matchups against Oak Grove Thursday night...
Obituary: Christine Rachel Kreps
Christine Rachel Kreps, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Christine is preceded in death by her husband Rayfield Kreps,...
Obituary: Lynn Ellen Haynes
Lynn Ellen Haynes, age 76, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
Lynn is survived by her brother Robert E Okeley II...
Obituary: Terri Michelle Hooper
Terri Michelle Hooper, of Blountsville, Alabama, passed away on January 14, 2025, at the age of 60. Mrs. Hooper was born in Pennsylvania, on...
Obituary: Bruce David Laney
Funeral service for Bruce David Laney, 75, of the Blair Community will be at 12 p.m., Saturday, January 18th, 2025 at Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: George Lee Suggs, Jr.
Memorial service for George Lee Suggs, Jr., is incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 16, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 16, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things to host Mother/Daughter Valentine’s Day Craft...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things is hosting its Mother/Daughter Valentine’s Day Craft Party on Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 5-7 p.m. at...
Cullman Caring for Kids gives year-end report
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Caring for Kids, a child abuse prevention and advocacy organization best known for its very busy food pantry in downtown...
Dripping Springs Chapter honors DAR Good Citizens
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Students from 10 area high schools who were chosen as Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizens were recognized...
Visit the North Alabama Agriplex Jan. 18
CULLMAN, Ala. — The North Alabama Agriplex is opening its doors to the community on Saturday, Jan. 18, from 1-3 p.m. Visitors of all...
Cullman City Council celebrates police promotions, commits funds to library
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening recognized four promotions by the Cullman Police Department. Chief Joey Duncan and Patrol Major...
Obituary: Martin Joseph “Joe” Young
Martin Joseph "Joe" Young, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the age of 87 in...
Obituary: Geraldine Duke Freeman
Born in Oak Level, Alabama, on November 9, 1937. Died January 14, 2025, at the age of 87.
Jerry is preceded in death by her...
Obituary: Daryl O. Lien
Daryl Lien, 91, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on January 3, 2025.
Mr. Lien served his nation honorably, and per his request, will be laid...
Obituary: John Edward Lancaster
Memorial service for John Edward Lancaster, 72, of Addison is incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Lancaster passed...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 15, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 15, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Walter Adams named to MMI fall 2024 President’s List
MARION, Ala. - Marion Military Institute is recognizing students who earned a perfect 4.0 GPA for the fall 2024 semester.
Local students on the President’s...
Local students named to Samford University’s fall semester Dean’s List
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Samford University recognizes 2,230 students named to the Dean's List for the fall 2024 semester.
To qualify for the Dean's List, a...
Children’s of Alabama expands neonatal intensive care unit
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Children’s of Alabama recently announced the expansion of its neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The NICU is a Level IV unit...
5 local students named to Troy University Provost’s List
TROY, Ala. - TROY is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Provost's List for the Fall Semester and Term 2...
Very cold next week with potential winter weather
Widespread rain will spread over the state during the day on Saturday, ending in the southeastern sections by early Sunday morning. Total rainfall amounts...
(Updated) CCSO says suspect in stolen vehicle case apprehended
Updated Jan. 14, 2025, at 6:49 p.m.
Statement from CCSO PIO Chad Whaley:
"The suspect that fled from the stolen vehicle has been located and...
Obituary: Robert Henry Whitworth
Robert was born in Eva, AL, on October 10, 1929, to Thomas Jackson Whitworth and Lela Buckelew Whitworth, the youngest of five children. Growing...
Obituary: Coy T. Jones
Funeral service for Coy T. Jones, age 83, of Vinemont, is Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with...
Wallace State Alumni Association announces travel plans for 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association announces its travel plans for 2025. All trips are open to the public.
2025 Ozarks...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 14, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 14, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman Regional opens freestanding ER in Hartselle
HARTSELLE, Ala. – Cullman Regional opened its freestanding emergency department in Hartselle on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025. The new service is the latest addition...
2 graduate from Cullman County Drug Court
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two men recently graduated from Cullman County Drug Court. District Judge Chad Floyd announced Tuesday, Jan. 7, that Richard Clanton and...
Cullman County 2024 death statistics
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each year, The Tribune reaches out to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and the Cullman Police...
Agriplex hosting Small Fruit Farming Workshop for beginners and veterans Jan....
CULLMAN, Ala. - Military veterans and beginning farmers interested in small fruit production are invited to attend the upcoming Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer:...
United Way Business Alliance Brunch coming Jan. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) will host a Business Alliance Brunch on Thursday, Jan. 16, from noon-1 p.m. at...
Good Hope Council renews AirEvac membership, approves severe weather preparedness sales...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first meeting of 2025 at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and they had...
Obituary: Kyle O’Neal Mitchell
Kyle O'Neal Mitchell, age 33, of Cullman, passed away Friday, January 3, 2025 at Grandview Hospital.
Kyle was born on May 17, 1991 to Mitzi...
Obituary: Elizabeth Sharon Hughes
Elizabeth Sharon Hughes, a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on January 7, 2025 in the Cardiovascular Surgery Unit of...
Obituary: James Alton Calvert
James Alton Calvert of Good Hope, Alabama passed from this earth and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on...
Obituary: Iva Mae Reid
Iva Mae, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Passed away January 9th, 2025. She was a woman of faith and service for the...
Obituary: John Aubrey Bates
Funeral service for John Aubrey Bates is Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 12 p.m. at Mt. Hope Baptist Church in Crane Hill. Visitation will...
Obituary: Teresa Carolyn Farris-Dacar
Funeral Mass for Teresa Carolyn Farris-Dacar, age 73 of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at Christ the King...
Obituary: JoAnn Geraldine Beckman
Graveside Service for Joann Geraldine Beckman, age 69, will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Enon Baptist Cemetery with Heath...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 13, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 13, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Greer, Stephenson named to Troy University Chancellor’s List
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Chancellor's List for the fall semester and Term...
Doug Teal returns to driver’s seat: Earning CDL with hand controls
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Doug Teal is reclaiming his career and earning his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) again — this time using hand controls.
Teal previously...
COLUMN: Aunt Ginnie
The first time I went to their home was for a family Thanksgiving dinner. Actually, it was the midday meal, but down here we...
Dr. Harris: Improve your health by becoming more physically active in...
As 2025 begins and many Alabamians resolve to lead a healthier life, a new “For Every Body” campaign of the Alabama Wellness Alliance is...
State Public Fishing Lakes update for 2025
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Most of Alabama’s 23 State-owned Public Fishing Lakes return to regular operational hours on Saturday, Feb.1, 2025. Located throughout the state,...
Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things to host Mother/Daughter Valentine’s Day Craft...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things is hosting its Mother/Daughter Valentine’s Day Craft Party on Tuesday, January 21, from 5 p.m. to...
Cullman City Schools breaks ground on new Cullman Intermediate School
CULLMAN, Ala. - The next chapter in Cullman City Schools is officially underway. On Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, officials with Cullman City Schools, the...
Local woman promotes Little Free Libraries
EVA, Ala. - The number of Little Free Library locations continues to expand around the area, thanks in part to the efforts of a...
Susan Eller discusses new developments, challenges in Cullman business scene
CORRECTION posted Jan. 13, 2025, at 10:50 a.m.
"I incorrectly provided information to The Cullman Tribune that CVS recently closed or is closing Cullman facilities....
CPD hosting ‘Coffee with a Cop’ Jan. 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department started hosting Coffee with a Cop events over a decade ago — a way to bridge the...
Files from Yesteryear: Jan. 10, 1963
From the files of Jan. 10, 1963
Newlyweds Are Invited To See Show Free
The Ritz Theatre is inviting all 1963 newlyweds to be guests of...
Obituary: William O’Neal Hogeland
Funeral services for William O’Neal Hogeland, 89, of Bremen, Alabama will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 14th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will...
Obituary: Charles Paul Freeman
Graveside Service for Charles Paul Freeman, age 76 of Athens, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, January 13, 2025, at Mount Hope Cemetery. Cullman...
Barnette: Weather-related decisions prioritize safety of students, faculty, staff
CULLMAN, Ala. – As the winter season brings the potential for severe weather to Cullman County, school leaders are taking extra precautions to ensure...
Urologist Rodney Sanders joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Urologist Rodney Sanders, MD, has joined Cullman Regional Medical Group and will begin seeing patients in the hospital’s urology clinic on...
FAITH: ‘It means the world to me to help others find...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs senior Savannah Bischoff has already had some success and reached several of her own goals and she gives all...
Baileyton council welcomes new town clerk, talks community improvements
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway on Monday, Jan. 6, called this year’s first monthly meeting of the Baileyton Town Council to order, with...
Pet of the Week: It’s Baby!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Baby, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a 4-month-old Tuxedo Ragdoll kitty. He absolutely enjoys cuddles and is calm...
Travel will remain dangerous into Saturday
By Jim Stefkovich, Meteorologist, Alabama Emergency Management Agency
CLANTON, Ala. - Except for a few spots in far northern Alabama and near the I-59 corridor...
Obituary: Doris Lee Keathley
Mrs. Doris Lee Keathley, age 92, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
Doris is preceded in death by her parents, Noble...
Obituary: Betty Marie Warren
Betty Marie Warren, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.
Betty is preceded in death by her parents Fred and...
Obituary: John Parker
Funeral services for John Parker of Hanceville will be 11 a.m. Sunday, January 12th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service...
Obituary: Kanella Kelly Cook
Kanella Kelly Cook, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Cullman, Alabama on January 7, 2025, surrounded by her...
Obituary: Patricia Jane Roberts
Funeral service for Patricia Jane Roberts, age 80, of Cullman, is Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church, with Pastor...
Fairview council talks park progress, athlete scholarships
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Jan. 6, 2024, meeting of the Fairview Town Council was called to order by Mayor Keith Henry and opened with...
Holly Pond council talks spending
HOLLY POND, Ala. — The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday, Jan. 6, voted to raise two town government wages, viewed a proposed ordinance...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville earns 57-55 area win at Vinemont; Lady Eagles...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Hanceville Bulldogs traveled to Vinemont to take on the Eagles in a pair of big area games Thursday night and they split...
















































































































