Obituary: Clayton Alldredge
Clayton Alldredge, age 39, of Eva, will be at 12 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Eva Community Center Eva, AL.
Mr. Alldredge passed...
U-pick blueberries are a berry good time
Whether eaten by themselves, in a pie, smoothie or salad, blueberries bring a certain freshness and joy to summer. Not only do they brighten...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 5, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
ACES: Watch out for ticks; treat them right
Tick populations are rising in Alabama. Ticks thrive in high humidity situations. The recent hot weather and heavy rainfall the state has received is...
Render Aid Alabama hopes to ‘normalize compassion for humanity’ with Elder...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Render Aid Alabama is on a mission to “normalize compassion for humanity” in the Cullman County area. One of...
All the rage: Pop-up boutique shopping
CULLMAN, Ala. - Five locally owned businesses came together on Sunday to host a pop-up sale at Doug Doggett Jewelers.
Two business owners there were...
Update: US Marshals locate fugitive
Updated June 18, 2024, at 6:20 p.m.
The U.S. Marshals Service located and apprehended fugitive Rodney Dale Kilgore today in Birmingham. Kilgore was wanted on...
Obituary: Douglas “Sonny” Wade Young Sr.
Funeral services for Douglas “Sonny” Wade Young Sr. will be 3 p.m. Friday, June 7, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Judy F. Hutchinson
Judy F. Hutchinson, age 78, of Hanceville, passed from this life on Monday, June 3, 2024. A celebration of life for her will be...
Obituary: Alvie “Sonny” Powell
Funeral service for Alvie “Sonny” Powell, age 82, of Scottsboro, is Friday, June 7, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 4, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
APT & NFHS Network agree to 5-year extension of AHSAA Football...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The AHSAA is pleased to announce that Alabama Public Television (APT) and the NFHS Network/Play On Sports have agreed to extend...
PREP SPORTS: ‘This experience was one that words can’t describe’: Cold...
BREMEN, Ala. -- In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs senior Cole Bales. He had so many great sports memories during his time...
All Steak hosting Dueling Pianos Night June 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of Cullman’s most popular date night spots is bringing the rivalry of the ivories to its halls. On June 20,...
WSCC SOFTBALL: Wheeler named NFCA NJCAA All-American; Wheeler and Simon named...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State’s Laura Leigh Wheeler is one of 38 student-athletes from 24 programs named National Junior College Athletic Association Division I...
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library seeking sponsors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a program that puts books into the hands of children from birth to age 5 each...
Ave Maria Grotto, St. Bernard Abbey announce major restoration project
CULLMAN, Ala. – The monks and staff of St. Bernard Abbey and Ave Maria Grotto on Monday, June 3, announced a major restoration project...
United Way of Cullman County announces relocation
CULLMAN, Ala. – United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) Executive Director Stephanie Childers, at the organization’s Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 30, at Loft...
Obituary: Jina Barnett Kelly
Jina Barnett Kelly, age 64, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Jina was born in Cullman, Alabama on Oct. 6,...
Obituary: Lloyd Odis Scott
Lloyd Odis Scott, age 79, of Cullman, passed from this life on Monday, June 3, 2024 at Cullman Regional Medical Center. A memorial service...
Obituary: Donald Edward Massey
A Celebration of Life for Donald Edward Massey, age 76, of Vinemont, will be from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 8,...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 3, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
BSC’s incredible run ends in dramatic fashion
EASTLAKE, OH. - The Birmingham-Southern baseball team fell 11-10 to #5 Wisconsin-Whitewater in a back-and-forth World Series elimination game on Sunday.
In a high stakes elimination...
PREP SPORTS: ‘This team is not just a team, it’s a...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's Violet Adams spent several years competing with the Broncos track and field team and she shared some of...
JSU launching public health degree programs, addressing critical need in Alabama
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University (Jax State) is set to launch two innovative degree programs within the College of Health Professions and Wellness...
Alabama’s season ends in 6-4 loss to Florida at WCWS Sunday
OKLAHOMA CITY – Alabama softball's 2024 season came to an end Sunday night at Devon Park, as the Crimson Tide lost to Florida, 6-4, in...
Education Notes
Crane Hill’s Jordan Moore makes Mississippi College President's List
CLINTON, Miss. - The Mississippi College Office of Academic Affairs releases the President's List after the...
WSCC Machine Tool Technology students place 2nd in Phillips Machinist Student...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students in Wallace State Community College’s Machine Tool Technology program recently won second place in the Phillips Machinist Student Competition sponsored...
Letter to the Editor: ‘Zero accountability’
(Published without edits)
I used to go to the grocery store with my mama. Warehouse Discount Groceries hasn’t changed much in forty years; same...
WSCC: Registration open for summer career training courses
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Registration is now open for summer career training courses offered through Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development....
Dental Arts launches community food drive in partnership with Cullman’s Little...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dental Arts has teamed up with Cullman's Little Pantry to host a community food drive aimed at combating hunger in Cullman....
Get ready for summer reading!
Cullman County Public Library System kick-off event June 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library System is gearing up for an exciting start...
Files from yesteryear: 1918, 1938
From the files of 1918
Doctor C. Stewart is attending court in Huntsville this week.
A dance was enjoyed by the younger set at Quartette Hall,...
Obituary: Lula Mae Spradlin
Funeral Service for Lula Mae Spradlin, age 80 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 3, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Morning of fishing and fellowship: Senior Citizen Fish O’ Rama set...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville’s annual Senior Citizens Fish O' Rama is set to take place on Friday, June 6, at Veterans...
Alabama falls in back-and-forth contest with UCF 8-7
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Alabama baseball came up short, 8-7, against UCF in a back-and-forth contest at Dick Howser Stadium on the Florida State campus. Following...
More than 100 WSCC student athletes named on ACCC Commissioner’s Honor...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- More than 100 student athletes from all 12 sports teams at Wallace State Community College were recognized by the Alabama Community...
EXCLUSIVE: ‘One of the most ambitious projects in Alabama history’
Phase 1 of Smith Lake destination resort complete
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Lewis Smith Lake, with its vast expanse of over 21,000 acres of waters,...
Increase in high-speed chases: Local law enforcement officials weigh in
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local and area law enforcement have been in an increasing number of high-speed pursuits – and community members are asking why. Questions...
EMA launches new mass notification system
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has rolled out its new mass notification system – Everbridge Mass Notification – and...
Obituary: Lee Ann Sutherland
Lee Ann Sutherland, age 67, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents Charlotte...
Obituary: Dorothy Margaret (Eck) South
Dorothy Margaret (Eck) South, age 94, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024. Dorothy was born in Ohio on August 16,...
Obituary: Melissa Smith Collum
Melissa Smith Collum, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on the afternoon of May 28, 2024, at the age of 54. Mrs. Collum was born...
Obituary: Irene Alice Zehr
Funeral Service for Irene Alice Zehr, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at Pleasant Grove Missionary...
Obituary: June Claire Pate
June Claire Pate, age 82 of Logan, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Hanceville Nursing Home. She was born, June 8, 1941,...
Obituary: Bryon Dale McNiel
Funeral Service for Bryon Dale McNiel, age 54 of Baileyton, will be at 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Barry Lynn Jacobs
Funeral service for Barry Lynn Jacobs, age 64, of Cullman, is Friday, May 31, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with...
Obituary: Irene Morris Netherton
Funeral service for Irene Morris Netherton, age 70, of Vinemont, is Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 31, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
WSCC Adult Education and Center for Career and Workforce Development host...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Adult Education Department recently hosted its 2024 graduation, recognizing students who earned their General Education Development (GED)...
United Way book drive brings in 300+ books
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) expanded its community outreach this month with its second annual book drive. Running from May...
Pet of the week: Shine bright like a Diamond
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week is Diamond, an approximately 1.5-year-old mix of Australian Shepard and pure happiness. Diamond is...
Wallace State promotes Crider to head cross country coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College has promoted Tony Crider to head coach of the men’s and women’s cross country teams, President Dr....
St. Bernard Prep School Honor and Merit Rolls
Semester II - 2024
St. Bernard Middle School Honor Roll
Seventh grade
Aaron Cortes-Villegas
Sipsey Drake
Silas Krische
Reise Rigsby
Caroline Sanders
Eighth grade
Norah Bissot
Ella Cron
Ella Davis
Anastasia Hazard
Avery Hines
Merry-Carmen Pichardo
Tony Ranelli
St. Bernard...
Cheese, cheese and more cheese!
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Grilled Cheese Festival in downtown Hanceville proved to be a huge success despite the morning rains that initially threatened...
Obituary: Mildred Ann Crawford-Marion
Funeral services for Mildred Ann Crawford-Marion, 72, of Cullman will be 2 p.m. Saturday June 1st at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 30, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
NATIONAL CHAMPS! No. 1 Auburn beats Florida State 3-2 to win...
CARLSBAD, Calif. – The job, at last, is finished.
Throughout No. 1 Auburn's march to the program's first national championship, head coach Nick Clinard reminded...
West Point duos headed to High School Fishing World Finals and...
WEST POINT, Ala. – Two West Point High School student duos have qualified for The Bass Federation 15th annual High School Fishing World Finals...
Man involved in chase, fatality charged with murder
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Tennessee man is facing a murder charge for his role in a high-speed pursuit and wreck that left a Crane...
Wallace State hires Joseph Simmons as women’s basketball coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College has hired Joseph Simmons to lead the women’s basketball team, President Dr. Vicki Karolewics announced today.
“We are...
Wallace State hires Faron Key as men’s basketball coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College has hired Faron Key to serve as the head coach of the men’s basketball team, President Dr....
Obituary: Juanita Tankersley Haynes
Juanita Tankersley Haynes, born October 13, 1931, a lifelong resident of Fairview, Alabama, passed away at her home on May 28, 2024, at the...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 29, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 29, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Marye Stiefelmeyer Tolbert
Marye Stiefelmeyer Tolbert, 78, formally of Cullman, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024, at her daughter’s home in San Francisco California.
Ms. Tolbert is...
Wallace State Men’s Golf 19th in nation; women’s Aidan Haithcock 22nd...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College men’s golf finished the season No. 19 in the nation after their appearance at the 2024 National...
Obituary: Timothy Dudley Walker
Timothy Dudley Walker, age 63, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024. He was born April 30, 1961, in Cullman, Alabama, son of Wanda...
Obituary: Joanne Phillips Bates
JoAnne Phillips Bates, 79, passed away suddenly of Pulmonary Embolism on Friday, May 24, 2024.
Her funeral officiated by Elder Don McPherson, will be...
Op-Ed: What an experience at the Cotton Row 5K!
For Memorial Day, several of my gym fitness friends and myself ventured to the Cotton Row 5K in Huntsville.
What an experience!
The 5K event featured...
Obituary: Steven D. Gilley
Funeral Service for Steven Dwayne Gilley, age 44 of Phil Campbell, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Ellarea C. Dickson
Celebration of Life Service for Ellarea C. Dickson, age 77 of Crane Hill, will be at 5:00 PM on Friday, May 31, 2024. Visitation...
CARDIAC KIDS: No. 1 Auburn advances to program’s first national final...
CARLSBAD, Calif. – For the first time in program history, Auburn men's golf will play for a national championship as the Tigers used all...
Obituary: Dustin Douglas Canter
Dustin Douglas Canter, age 29, of Cullman, passed from this life on May 23, 2024. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral...
Alabama’s Free Fishing Day takes place June 8
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On Saturday, June 8, 2024, Alabamians and out-of-state visitors alike will have the opportunity to fish for free in most public...
Summer meals returning to county schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Schools Child Nutrition Program (CNP) and its workers are deeply committed to their motto, “School may be out,...
Obituary: Helen Patricia Denton Gorff
Helen Patricia Denton Gorff, age 73, of Cullman
Helen Patricia Denton Gorff, age 73, of Cullman passed from this life on Friday, May 24, 2024,...
South Vinemont to appoint new council member
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Councilwoman Charlotte Cosper resigned, effective immediately, at the council’s April meeting, leaving place 3 open. On Monday, June 3, the...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 28, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 28, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Birmingham-Southern College celebrates final commencement ceremony
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Birmingham-Southern College held its final commencement ceremony on Friday, May 24, in Bill Battle Coliseum, celebrating 245 members of the Class...
LIST: Area Vacation Bible Schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - Vacation Bible School (VBS) opportunities across the county will be plentiful over the next few months.
Cullman is home to a large...
Birmingham-Southern College World Series Block Party Send Off
BIRMINGHAM, AL. - Birmingham-Southern College's baseball program invites all fans and supporters to join them at Tasty Town restaurant, located at 16 14th St....
A day of remembrance
Cullman community honors fallen heroes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Set against the backdrop of monuments commemorating various wars and the lives lost in them, the Disabled...
Summer break food resources
CULLMAN, Ala. - As summer sets in, it's a time of joy and relaxation for many families. However, for some, it can also bring...
ONTO OKC! Alabama Softball headed to its 15th Women’s College World...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – For the 15th time in program history, Alabama softball will be heading to the Women's College World Series in Oklahoma City after...
No. 1 Auburn survives first cut at NCAA Championship
CARLSBAD, Calif. – A third consecutive round of 5-over 293 on Sunday was enough to keep No. 1 Auburn men's golf above the first cutline...
COLUMN: Fishin’ and cheatin’ – caught lead handed!
I just read an article about a man who was disqualified from a fishing tournament for cheating. Y’all, I think Jesus is coming soon....
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Women’ by Kristin Hannah
Kristin Hannah’s latest book is historical fiction set in 1966 during the Vietnam War. The first part of the book takes place in Vietnam. The second...
Obituary: James Esburn Hays
James Esburn Hays, 86, of Cullman, Alabama, was born on September 14, 1937, in Blount County, Alabama, to the late Hubert T. and Velma...
Obituary: William Morrell Self
William Morrell Self passed away Saturday May 25, 2024.
A Cullman County native, Mr. Self was born April 23, 1941, son of William Loys Self...
Cullman County’s Grayson Randall attends inaugural 4-H Leadership Academy
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Five Alabama 4-H members are among the 25 students selected nationwide to attend the inaugural 4-H Leadership Academy. The academy...
CCPS Kindergarteners perform ‘Lemonade!’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Kindergartners at Cullman City Primary School on Tuesday, May 21, presented “Lemonade!” a 20-minute musical for friends and family to mark...
The decline of the flowering dogwood
It can be disheartening to see a prized and beloved landscape tree or shrub be damaged, fall, decline in health, or die. Over the...
Vinemont to hold cleanup day for Henry and Roe Wood Park...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of South Vinemont, local business the Man Cave Market and Cullman real estate agent Richard Neese are coming together to improve,...
Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force looks to educate community
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force met Wednesday, May 22, at the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Training Center.
The gathering was...
Files from yesteryear: 1902
From the files of 1902
The old building on the corner of Second Avenue and Fourth Street East is now being removed preparatory to the...
PREP SPORTS: ‘The community will always have your back’: Cold Springs’...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs' senior Josh Winfrey played multiple sports in high school and had a great career. He talked about one of...
Honoring those who sacrificed
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteers gathered at the Cullman City Cemetery on Friday, May 24, to honor those who served in the United States Armed...
From the Live Well Kitchen: 4 easy recipes for Memorial Day...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Whether you spend the weekend by the pool or on the lake, food is often a big component of Memorial...
Murph 2024: Cullman CrossFit gyms hosting challenge to honor fallen hero,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - CrossFit gyms across the country are gearing up for the annual "Murph" event, a workout held in honor of U.S. Navy...
Cullman County Commission moves toward airport expansion
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 21, approved plans for engineering services for the reconstruction...













































































































