Obituary: James Dewayne Rollo
Funeral Service for James Dewayne Rollo, age 70 of Bremen, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Gailya Dawn (Jordan) von Weisenstein
Gailya Dawn (Jordan) von Weisenstein passed away on May 1, 2026, in Brentwood, Tennessee, at the age of 89. She is survived by her...
Obituary: Tyler Wade Gordon
Funeral services for Tyler Wade Gordon, 32, will be held Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with Rev....
Visit Cullman announces inaugural Cullman Restaurant Week
CULLMAN, Ala. - Visit Cullman recently announced the launch of the first-ever Cullman Restaurant Week, taking place Sept. 10–21, a communitywide celebration of Cullman...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 20, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School names Erin Smith new administrator
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Paul’s Lutheran School on Wednesday, May 29, announced Erin Smith as its new school administrator, saying it was “ushering in...
‘Best foot forward’: No. 6 Auburn opens SEC Tournament Wednesday
AUBURN, Ala. – After finishing in the top six in the league for the fourth time in the last five seasons, No. 6 Auburn (36-18,...
Trident hosts 4th annual Boatin’ and Boilin’ event
CULLMAN, Ala. - Trident Marina hosted the fourth annual Boatin’ and Boilin’ crawfish boil on Saturday, May 16, an event supporting Alabama Lakewide Charities and its search-and-recovery efforts on Smith Lake.
Jason West, a...
Memorial Day weekend events planned across Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. - Memorial Day weekend will bring remembrance ceremonies, festivals, fishing events, youth baseball, water park activities and outdoor recreation across Cullman County.
Memorial Day will be observed Monday, May...
Primary Election results: Whaley, Barnett, Pitts, Walker on top in major...
Updated May 20, 2026, at 8:40 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Unofficial 2026 Primary Election returns from Cullman County showed major wins Tuesday night, May...
Obituary: Lois Joann Thompson
Lois Joann Thompson, 72, passed away on May 17, 2026. Born on August 28, 1953, in Twin Falls, Idaho, she later became a resident...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 19, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 19, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
No arrests...
Hanceville council talks parks, new generator, rezoning, more
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council at its Thursday, May 14, spoke about park improvements, a new generator, rezoning and more.
The Council discussed a $310,000 bid for fencing adjustment options at C.W. Day Park. The work would replace rusted fencing around the park,...
Dinner on First raises funds for community arts center
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s annual Dinner on First was held in the Warehouse District on Saturday, May 16, offering a pleasant evening of outdoor dining and fundraising to support...
Op-Ed: Turn the page
Reading is whatever you would like for it to be. It can mean a long awaited vacation at your fingertips. Perhaps it is a magical garden, a cold...
Tuesday, May 19 is Primary Election day!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama voters will head to the polls Tuesday, May 19, for the 2026 Primary Election, with statewide, congressional, judicial, local and...
PREP SOFTBALL: Previewing Hanceville’s first round State Tournament matchup with T.R....
CULLMAN, Ala. - After defeating Randolph County 3-2 to advance to their first ever State Tournament, head coach Kim Lewis and the Hanceville Bulldogs'...
Jacobs proclaims May Mental Health Awareness Month in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed May 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month in the city of Cullman, recognizing the importance of mental wellness and continued...
Obituary: Nathan Aaron
A graveside service for Nathan Aaron, 77, of Crane Hill will be 4 p.m. Thursday May 21st at Bowman’s Chapel Cemetery. Reverend Kenneth Allen will...
Obituary: Carol “Combs” Rigsby
Funeral services for Carol “Combs” Rigsby, 84, of Merritt Island, Florida (formerly of Hanceville, Alabama) will be 12 p.m. Saturday May 23rd at Hanceville...
Obituary: Terry Mobley Graham
Funeral Service for Terry Mobley Graham, age 73, of Logan, will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Northbrook Baptist Church...
Obituary: Annette Marie Luttrell
Annette Luttrell, age 66, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Baptist Medical Center - Princeton. She was born September 14, 1959, to...
Obituary: Brenda Kay Landers
Funeral Service for Brenda Kay Landers, age 71 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Lee Carey Thompson
Lee Carey Thompson, age 48, of Alpharetta, GA, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at Northside Hospital Forsyth, following a courageous and lengthy...
Obituary: Nancy Alice Reichwein
Nancy Reichwein passed away peacefully at her home in downtown Cullman on May 15, 2026, at the age of 77.
Nancy was born in Cullman,...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 18, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 18, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Memorial Day safety tips from local law enforcement and first responders
CULLMAN, Ala. - With Memorial Day approaching, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, Cullman Police Department and Cullman Fire Rescue would like to remind the residents of Cullman County to...
2026 Memorial Day Festival May 23 at Smith Lake Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – Smith Lake Park will host the 2026 Memorial Day Festival Saturday, May 23 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., with free admission to the public. Cullman County...
Small Business Spotlight: Hagar Guitars
Updated May 18, 2026, at 3:09 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Attendees came together at Cotton Creek Venue on May 14 for a ribbon cutting and live music event to...
Cullman Caring for Kids hosts successful first Kickin’ it for the Kids event
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids recently hosted its first Kickin’ it for the Kids event at the Cullman County Fairgrounds.
CASA Case Manager Alyson Miley said the main goal was...
Saved by conservation: Alabama’s wildlife comebacks
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Rocky’s rematch with Clubber Lang. Steve Jobs’ return to Apple. The 2004 Boston Red Sox. People love a good comeback...
Obituary: Donna Faye Green
Funeral services for Donna Faye Green, 72, of Decatur, Alabama will be 12 p.m., Tuesday, May 19th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will...
Dodge City Town Council notes: May 14
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council at its May 14 meeting discussed financial updates, infrastructure projects and audit findings.
The council approved the March financial report, which...
COLUMN: Have a nice bidet!
I’m in my bathroom, standing in a nasty puddle of water, with a plunger in one hand and a bent coat hanger in the other. It’s hard...
‘An incredible opportunity’: The Link receives $1M in state funding
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County this week received $1 million in state funding to support educational and enrichment initiatives for local families and...
Obituary: Michael Kevin “Mike/Kello” Kelly
Michael Kevin Kelly of Deer Lodge, Montana, formerly of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on May 11, 2026, in Deer Lodge, Montana. He was 70...
Files from Yesteryear: May 16, 1946
From the files of May 16, 1946
To and Fro
By EAGLE EYE
(Personal note from Eagle Eye)—Last Wednesday was the first time for me to be...
Falkville man charged with trafficking fentanyl after I-65 traffic stop
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Falkville man was arrested Tuesday, May 12, after Cullman County sheriff’s deputies allegedly found fentanyl, Suboxone strips and drug paraphernalia...
COLUMN: The miracle of running water
Water is gift from God that we may take from granted. Water is a necessity of life, and as far back as I can...
Wallace State Nursing celebrates May 2026 graduates
Updated May 16, 2026, at 8:30 p.m.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education celebrated the graduation of more than 120...
Fairview to honor Coach George Redding Jr. at retirement ceremony Sunday
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School will honor Coach George Redding Jr. with a retirement ceremony Sunday, May 17, celebrating his years of service...
Brooks wins National Title as Wallace State finishes third at NJCAA...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Wallace State capped a strong week at the NJCAA Division II Women's Golf National Championship with a third-place team finish Friday at...
CPD celebrates America 250 at Cullman City Primary School
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School celebrated America’s upcoming 250th birthday during the school’s Semiquincentennial celebration on Monday, May 11.
Police Chief Joey Duncan said the event gave students...
Cullman High celebrates FFA members
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter celebrated student achievements at its annual awards banquet on Friday, May 8.
Animal Science Instructor...
Guide to May 19 Primary Election
CULLMAN, Ala. - Voters across the state will head to the polls Tuesday, May 19, for Alabama’s 2026 Primary Election. Polls will be open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
If you...
Terry Graham, 52-year employee, remembered as ‘heart and soul’ of Cullman Electric...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Electric Cooperative is mourning the unexpected passing of longtime employee Terry Graham, whose 52 years of service touched generations of co-op employees, members and...
Wallace State celebrates Respiratory Therapy Class of 2026
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College celebrated the Respiratory Therapy Class of 2026 during a recent pinning ceremony recognizing 30 graduates transitioning from students to...
Trafficking arrest in Cullman County tied to 3-county drug investigation
CULLMAN, Ala. — A Thursday, May 14, traffic stop in Cullman County led to a short pursuit, a methamphetamine trafficking arrest and the recovery...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 15, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Kids Fish-O-Rama, Senior Fishing Day return May 22-23
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Parks & Recreation will host its annual Kids Fish-O-Rama on Saturday, May 23, at Veterans Memorial Park, with registration beginning at 7:30 a.m....
Velvet Page Mobile Bookstore hosting pop-up book bar May 16 at Bloom...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Velvet Page Mobile Bookstore is hosting a pop-up book bar this Saturday, May 16, from 5-7 p.m. at Bloom Winery, 1849 County Road 222 in...
Colony council talks clean-up efforts
COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council at its Tuesday, May 12, meeting discussed town clean-up efforts and the purchase of a new hitch trimmer mower attachment.
Councilwoman Mary Parker...
Good Hope City Council awards $932K bid for Scott Drive sewer project
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council, at its meeting on Monday night, approved multiple rezoning ordinances and awarded a bid for the Scott Drive sewer project.
The...
Cullman council approves Christina Chambers Twilight 5K Run event
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at its Monday, May 11, meeting approved several special event requests, including the Christina Chambers Twilight 5K...
Obituary: Kenith David Rice
Kenith David Rice, 48, of Cullman, Alabama, was born October 27, 1977, and passed away May 13, 2026. Kenith will be remembered with deep...
Obituary: David Joe Hayward, Sr.
A memorial visitation for David Hayward, Sr., age 84 of Cullman, will be at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from...
PREP SOFTBALL REGIONALS: Hanceville wins East Region with 3-2 thriller over...
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. - In a year full of firsts for Hanceville's softball program, the Lady Bulldogs just tacked on another.
On Thursday morning, Hanceville,...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 14, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 14, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Pet of the Week: Ms. Joanne
CULLMAN, Ala. – The week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week Ms. Joanne is not asking for much. The approximately 5-year-old terrier mix is a low-energy girl with a gentle...
Abby Maples crowned Miss Cullman Homeschool Fair Queen 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. - The first Miss Cullman Homeschool Fair Queen Pageant took place on May 8 at Harmony School, with Abby Maples, an 11th-grade homeschool student, taking the crown.
Taylor...
Community Matters Q&A: Talking youth ministry with Clay Tankersley
This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.
Welcome to the second edition of the Community Matters Q&A series, highlighting local youth pastors...
Local eats: Moore’s Pure
Where 'hon' comes as a side
This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.
Pure.
Pure what? Pure gas station excellence in the...
‘Our customers are the fuel to our fire’ At the heart...
This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.
Some businesses are built on plans and projections. Others start with a true leap of faith. For Brittani...
Terry Turney convicted in 2020 CR 222 burglary, protection order case
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County jury convicted Terry Lelan Turney, 60, of Arab of burglary and violation of a domestic violence protection order...
PREP SOFTBALL REGIONALS: Hanceville opens regionals with two blowout wins, Meek...
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. - Day two of the East Regionals at Sand Mountain Park took place Tuesday, and with Good Hope and Addison eliminated yesterday,...
Obituary: Milford Wayne Ponder
Milford Wayne Ponder, age 81, passed away Monday, May 11th, 2026, at CRMC. He was a man known for his kind heart, faithful...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 13, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Ernie Lee Walker
Ernie Lee Walker, age 67 of Decatur, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Decatur Morgan Hospital. He was born January 1, 1959,...
Obituary: Amy Marie Watson
Funeral Service for Amy Marie Watson, age 54 of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church holding rummage sale May 15-16
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church will hold its annual rummage sale Friday-Saturday, May 15-16, to raise money for short-term mission trips and outreach.
Organizer Judie Hubbard said that after 11...
Seasonal safety: Heat and water
This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.
Spring and summer in Alabama are full of fun, whether you’re spending a sunny day...
Cullman County EMA: Keeping the community safe
This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.
While many residents may associate emergency management with severe weather alerts, officials at...
Cullman County Museum welcomes Molly Bloom as new director
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) and the Cullman County Museum Board this week announced the appointment of Molly Bloom...
Hogland, Davis, Paschall named principals of Harmony, CCCDC, Good Hope Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools this week announced the appointments of three new principals for the upcoming school year: Dr Emy Hogland at...
PREP SOFTBALL REGIONALS: Meek stays alive with blowout win, Addison and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Tuesday morning, Good Hope looked to continue their run at regionals in Florence, and Meek and Addison took the field...
Obituary: Bertha Mae Waldrep
Bertha Mae Waldrep, 96, of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away on May 10, 2026. Born February 20, 1930, in Etowah, Alabama, Bertha Mae’s life...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 12, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 12, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Joel Mansfield Buttram III
Joel Mansfield Buttram, III, age of 38, passed away unexpectedly on May 8, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and will...
More than 25 graduate from WSCC Dental Hygiene program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Dental Hygiene program celebrated the success of more than 25 students who completed the program and are ready to...
Summer camps for kids
This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.
Camp Cullman
Dates: June 1–July 31 (break June 29–July 3)
Time: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: OmniPlex (beside...
Tulum Mexican Grill opens in Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Tulum Mexican Grill opened Monday, May 11, in Fairview, welcoming the community to a newly renovated restaurant and flavor-filled menu.
Owner Corlina Peralta said she is...
Hanceville’s Cathi Bradford running for ALSDE, District 6
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Local Air Force veteran and educator Cathi Bradford is running for Alabama State Board of Education District 6.
Bradford lives in Hanceville with her husband. She said she active in the community and...
Tyler Dooley convicted of felony murder in 2020 New Canaan double...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tyler Dwight Dooley, 32, of Arab, was convicted Monday, May 11, on two counts of felony murder in connection with the...
PREP SOFTBALL REGIONALS: Good Hope collect wins over Curry, Central-Florence to...
Florence, Ala. - The 4A North Regionals at Florence got underway on Monday morning, and the Good Hope Lady Raiders took on the Curry Lady Yellow...
Obituary: Andrew Jackson Parsons III
Andrew Jackson Parsons III, age 45, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. He was born on September 22, 1980, to Andrew...
Obituary: Sarah Pitts
Funeral services for Sarah Pitts of Hanceville will be Thursday, May 14th, at 2 p.m. in Hanceville Funeral Home's Chapel. Burial will follow the...
Obituary: Amber Parkes Whitaker McGill
Funeral services for Amber Parkes Whitaker McGill, 42, of Cullman will be 11 a.m. May 13th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
No. 13 WSCC softball finishes regular season with four straight wins...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Lady Lions, after sweeping Coastal Alabama - South in their final home series of the season, traveled to...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 11, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Bonnie Graves
Funeral services for Bonnie Jean Tubbs-Graves, 86, of Vinemont, AL will be 11 a.m., Thursday, May 14th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will...
Obituary: Evie “Kaye” Butler
Mrs. Evie W. ‘Kaye’ Butler, age 80, of Fairview passed away on May 9, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Butler was born...
Alabama Softball earns No. 1 national seed, set to host 21st...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama softball was announced as the No. 1 overall national seed during Sunday evening's 2026 NCAA Softball Tournament selection show, securing the...
ALEA urges Alabamians to share the road during National Bicycle and Motorcycle Safety Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As National Bicycle and Motorcycle Safety Month kicks off in May, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is joining the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to remind all road users that safety is a shared responsibility, whether you’re driving a car or riding on two...
ADCNR: CAB honors Blankenship, changes turkey season dates
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Conservation Advisory Board met for its final time in 2026 and paid tribute to Chris Blankenship, commissioner of the Alabama Department of...
Next phase of I-65 resurfacing begins tonight, May 10
The next phase of a $16.5 million project to resurface the entirety of I-65 in Morgan County will begin the evening of Sunday, May...
Tulum Mexican Grill to open May 11 in Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Tulum Mexican Grill will open in Fairview Monday, May 11, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the site where The Hutch once operated.
Tulum Owner Corlina Peralta said the new restaurant’s menu features tons of classic...
Resurfacing of Hwy. 278 near Jones Chapel to begin May 11
A $2.4 million resurfacing project on U.S. Highway 278 near Jones Chapel in Cullman County will begin next week.
Weather permitting, contractor Grayson Carter and Son will start work...
COLUMN: Mama was in her garden
When I was growing up, I often wondered who my mother planned on feeding with all that food we grew in her vegetable garden....
Files from Yesteryear: May 9, 1929
From the files of May 9, 1929
B & P W Club Notes
The Business and Professional Women’s Club held its regular meeting by invitation of...
Op-Ed: Mother’s Day: ‘I can’t carry it for you, but I...
Mother’s Day has always served as a day when we honor and celebrate the cherished mothers and mother-like mentors in our lives.
It’s a day...












































































































