Alabama providers asked to pause administering Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Out of an abundance of caution, the Alabama Department of Public Health has asked all health care providers in the state to pause administering the Johnson & Johnson (J&J) COVID-19 vaccine...

Colony Town Council nears budget completion, names library board

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COLONY, Ala. - In a meeting with so little conflict that it netted words of congratulations from residents in attendance, the Colony Town Council got down to business Tuesday evening, naming a board for...

PREP BASEBALL: Warriors, Lady Warriors earn area wins over Lawrence Co.

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WEST POINT, Ala. – Both West Point squads hosted Lawrence County in a pair of huge area matchups Tuesday night and both teams picked up a huge are win. The Warriors rolled past the...

Obituary: Johnnie Ray McKenney

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Johnnie Ray McKenney, age 69, of Vinemont died April 12, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parent: W.L. McKenney and Christine Lynn McKenney; and his brothers: O’dean McKenney & Thomas  McKenney. Johnnie is survived by his wife: Myra McKenney; sons: John McKenney (Amanda) & Brian McKenney (Lindsay); grandchildren:Maddie, Gus, and Hanna Grace McKenney; sister: Vickie Guthrie (Terry); sisters in law: Linda Tyree, Cindy McKenney...

Obituary: Harold Douglas Huffstutler

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A memorial service for Harold Douglas Huffstutler, 64, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Friday, April 16th, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Wade Maynard officiating.  Cullman Funeral Home is in charge...

Obituary: Billy Jack James

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Memorial services for Billy Jack James, 82, of Cullman, Alabama will be held Sunday, May 16, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. at the Cullman Seventh-day Adventist Church on Golf Course Road. Pastor Vlad Climaco will...

Obituary: Chad Michael Woodis

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Chad Michael Woodis of Cullman, Alabama passed away April 9, 2021 at the age of 33. He was born in Montgomery, Alabama July 29, 1987 to Bobby "Bob" Blake and Betty Jane Hargett Woodis....

Courtney’s Dance Artistry wins big at major dance event

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CULLMAN, Ala. - In Birmingham last weekend, Courtney's Dance Artistry competed against dozens of dance studios from around the area and state for prestigious top honors at Showstopper, the largest dance competition in the...

PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Bearcats fall to Hartselle in extra innings 7-5; Tuesday scoring recap

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman returned home to host the Lady Tigers of Hartselle for an important area showdown and seven innings weren’t enough to settle things between the two rivals. After falling behind 5-4...

Arrests and incidents reported April 13, 2021

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 13, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman...

Pet of the Week: This one’s a Dandy!

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:   Dandy is a 1.5-year-old Lab/Terrier mix. He’s a lively-but-not-hyper, medium-energy pet whom Ruttkay calls a “gentleman on...

Wallace State Jazz Band presenting Big Band Dance April 16

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Jazz Band is proud to announce the return of its Big Band Dance Friday, April 16 at the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.    “Unfortunately, we had...

Cullman County Sheriff opposes elements of new pistol permit law, calls for local constitutional...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Recently-passed Alabama House Bill 308 (HB308), the Alabama Uniform Concealed Carry Permit Act, makes changes to the way pistol permits are issued in the state of Alabama, including the creation of...

Cullman mayor proclaims Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

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 CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed the week of April 11-17, 2021, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in the City of Cullman. Each year, the second full week in April is...

Cullman City Council clears way for major expansion of aquatic center water park, Main...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council Monday evening paved the way for new development and expansion on the city’s southwest side with a collection of resolutions and ordinances to support infrastructure improvements and...

Good Hope City Council: Stash House Properties to open phase one of new bar...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Stash House Properties LLC is one step closer to opening their bar and grille at the former Cotton Gin. Owners Preston Prewett and Pat “Kat Daddy” Watson were present at...

PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Raiders roll past Hanceville 16-1

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Good Hope Lady Raiders hosted Hanceville for an area game Tuesday night, looking to keep their playoff chances alive and after a huge first inning and a great pitching performance from...

Obituary: Harold Dean Barnett

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Graveside service for Harold Dean Barnett, age 67, of Falkville, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 16, 2021, at Ebenezer Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Barnett passed away...

Obituary: Frances Ann Harbison

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Funeral service for Frances Ann Harbison, 87, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 15, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Robert Lancaster officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon...

Obituary: Jerry Wayne Williams

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Jerry Wayne Williams, age 71, of Logan, Alabama passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021. Jerry was born October 10, 1949 in Cullman, Alabama. Jerry is survived by daughter: Carol Michelle (Gabriel) Moreno; and son:...

Obituary: Carson Blaer Woodall

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Family gathering for Carson Blaer Woodall, 4-days-old, will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.  Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.   Blaer passed away Saturday, April 10,...

Obituary: Carolyn Sue Kelly

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Carolyn Sue Kelly, 76 of Haleyville, peacefully entered into rest on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at her home. Mrs. Kelly was born on November 11, 1944 in Haleyville, Alabama. Carolyn Sue enjoyed gardening, spending time...

Obituary: Douglas A. Lewis

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Douglas A. Lewis, 65, passed away at his residence April 9, 2021.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.  He served our country for 12...

PREP TRACK & FIELD: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles take team titles at Cullman...

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Championship got underway at Fairview High School Monday morning and by the afternoon, two new champions were crowned. Both the Eagles and Lady Eagles of Cold Springs...
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Arrests and incidents reported April 8-11, 2021

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 8-11, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents April 8 trespassing; CR 1223 ...

Chase ends with motorcycle crash; no injuries reported

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Sunday evening, Alabama State Troopers and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office worked together to stop a fleeing driver in the Fairview area.  “On Sunday, April 11, Alabama State Troopers initiated a vehicle pursuit...

PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville’s Campbell signs with Huntingdon

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville High School’s Lane Horton Gymnasium was packed with family, friends, teammates, classmates, coaches and more Monday to celebrate the achievements of another standout athlete. This time it was Cassidy Campbell...

Office of Mayor Woody Jacobs Mayor Proclaims Community College Month

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CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, April 12, 2021, Mayor Woody Jacobs officially proclaimed the month of April 2021 Community College Month in the City of Cullman. On hand from Wallace State Community College to...

Mythology comes alive at East Elementary School’s ‘Gallery Walk’

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A recent art project reached across history — and grade levels — at East Elementary School, as sixth graders brought their study of The Odyssey to life with a “Gallery Walk”...

LTCV helping to keep Cullman County clean  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Litter Trash Clean-up Volunteers (LTCV), a new group focused on cleaning up local areas in order to beautify the region, was established recently and is growing in popularity.  “Founded in 2021 by...

Wallace State awarded National Science Foundation Grant

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College has been awarded a prestigious National Science Foundation (NSF) grant aimed at increasing the number of women and adult learners in diesel technology training.    The three-year $279,336 award...

USDA Launches Feral Swine Control Program

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Free-ranging populations of feral swine—also known as feral hogs, wild boar or wild pigs—can now be found throughout most of Alabama. Feral swine usually cause significant amounts of damage to...

Obituary: Luther Clay Thomas

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Funeral Service for Luther Clay Thomas, age 55, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with burial at Keith Springs Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...

Obituary: Robert Bruce Richardson

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Robert Bruce Richardson, age 78, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Cullman Regional. He was born June 16, 1942 in Cullman, AL to Raymond and Bessie Mae Richardson. He is preceded...

Senior Spotlight: Ruth Brigham, pt 2

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In 1951, Harold and Ruth Brigham moved their young family from Washington D.C. to Cullman County. They would call Hanceville home and eventually have a third child, Tim. Once their children were old enough...

Celebrate Earth Day with Author Dr. Bill Deutsch, cofounder of Alabama Water Watch, for...

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Cullman, Ala. -   The North Alabama Agriplex, a local nonprofit dedicated to educating and promoting Alabama’s agriculture and future sustainability, is hosting a special guest lecturer for Earth Day this year!  On Wednesday,...

365 AMERICAN JOY-GIVERS for 2021—The April Shower of Stars Birthday Party

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The lush, verdant setting for our “April Shower of Stars Birthday Party” is in Kentucky. Loretta Lynn proudly hails from this state, but instead of her old stomping grounds in Butcher Holler, we are...

Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1917

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Marriages: August 19 – Ledmon L. Pugh, 23, to Aubrey Casen, 20. August 20 – Luther Seibenhener, 21, to Elvia Pruett, 16. August 21 – Albert Smith, 18, to Gladys Murray, 16; Asa Henry Hogland, 21, to...

Obituary: Adam Nicholas Duke

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Funeral service for Adam Nicholas Duke, age 39, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 12, 2021 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with burial at Cullman Heritage Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...

Wallace State women’s golf wins 3rd consecutive tournament; WSCC basketball teams have seasons end...

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HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State’s women’s golf team won its third straight tournament title this spring, cruising in the Wallace State Spring Invite at Cross Creek Golf Course this week, and sophomore Lauren Cole her...

St. Paul’s Lutheran School receives flag flown over U.S. Capitol

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 CULLMAN, Ala. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, at the request of Nell Dunlap, had the Flag of the United States of America flown over the United States Capitol recently in honor of St. Paul’s Lutheran...

Remembering Porter: Michael Heatherly talks about winning St. Paul’s Impact Award

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CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School in March named alumnus Michael Heatherly as the recipient of its second Impact Award, said to be inspired by 1 Peter 4:10-11:  “Each of you should use whatever...

Pet of the Week: Cut loose with Ivy!

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has love to spare these days, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:  Ivy is an 8-12-month-old terrier/hound mix. She’s a lively-but-not-crazy,...

Dodge City Town Council approves road projects, challenges local business over licensing

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DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council Thursday evening awarded a contract to M. C. Paving of Hanceville to perform repairs, and resurfacing to Wagon Wheel Road and County Road 205.    On Wagon...

Cullman Regional continues to require masks for all entering the facility

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional Medical Center announced Friday, April 9 that they will continue to require anyone entering the medical center to wear a mask. This announcement comes after Governor Ivey announced that...

Gov. Ivey: Economic development report card shows $4.8 billion in new investment in 2020

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Despite the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, economic development activity across Alabama in 2020 generated close to $5 billion in new capital investment and almost 10,000 job commitments, Governor Kay...

West Point High School presents “Shrek the Musical”

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WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School Theatre returned to the stage Friday with its production of “Shrek the Musical,” which will run through Sunday, April 11.  The Tony-winning Broadway show tells a familiar...

Obituary: Cindy Pope

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Graveside services for Cindy Pope, 61, of Hanceville, AL will be 4 p.m. Sunday, April 11, 2021 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will be at Hanceville Funeral Home on Sunday from 2:30 p.m....

Obituary: William Howard “Bill” Moore, Jr.

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Funeral service for William Howard "Bill" Moore, Jr., 76, of Fyffe, Alabama will be at 3 p.m., Sunday, April 11, 2021 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Ebenezer Cemetery.  Visitation will be...

Obituary: Katelyn Wynell Quick

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Graveside service for Katelyn Wynell Quick, age 21, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 11, 2021, at Bethsadia Cemetery with Karen Heaton officiating. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of...

Obituary: William G. “Bill” Waldrop

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William G. “Bill” Waldrop, age 89, of Crane Hill, passed away April 8, 2021. Family will receive friends at the Waldrop Home (117 Waldrop Drive, Crane Hill, Alabama 35053) on Saturday, April 10, 2021 from...

Football field graduations are underrated

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“I can’t wait to graduate in Wallace State’s gym!” said no high school senior ever. After spending the end of last year wondering if graduation would happen at all, the wonderful news came that...

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cullman’s Crider signs with Lurleen B. Wallace

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Friends, family, teammates and coaches all gathered in Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall Friday afternoon to celebrate another Bearcat standout taking the next step of their athletic and academic career. Callie...
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Arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2021

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman...

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Fairview’s Manasco signs with Wallace State

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Friday was another special day at Fairview High School as another Aggies standout signed a scholarship to continue their athletic career at the next level. Daisy Manasco officially signed to play...

Wallace State’s horticulture/agriculture program hosting spring plant sale

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s (WSCC) Horticulture/Agriculture program is currently hosting its spring plant sale. The public is invited to the WSCC greenhouses for the event. Sale hours each week are Monday...

Looking to their ‘Futures’

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Allegro Dance Theatre returned to the stage Wednesday evening with the student-produced and choreographed show “Futures” on campus in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre, presenting a variety...

2021 Links for Literacy Golf Tournament tees off Monday

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County will host its annual Links for Literacy Golf Tournament Monday, April 12, 2021 at Terri Pines Country Club. For you avid golfers, the event is a...

Hanceville City Council approves plan to repair damage to Styles Street Bridge; approves two...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council approved the plan Thursday night to fix the Styles Street Bridge that is currently closed and will remain as such until the work can be completed. The...

PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats down Trojans 12-3 to clinch playoff berth

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CULLMAN, Ala. – After blanking Muscle Shoals on the road 9-0 Tuesday night to take a 1-0 lead in the area series, the Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Thursday night with a...

Obituary: Kathy Diane Robertson

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Kathy Diane Robertson, 64, of Vinemont, Alabama entered into rest on April 7, 2021 at Baptist Medical Center South Mrs. Robertson was born on July 16, 1956.     A memorial service will be scheduled at a...

Obituary: Shirley Jean Phillips Dean Nelson

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Shirley Jean Phillips Dean Nelson, 68, passed away on April 7, 2021. She was born July 28, 1952, to Lonnie Robert and Corena Wisener Phillips. Shirley attended Holly Pond School and went on to attend...

Obituary: Dorthy Andrews

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Dorthy Andrews, 93 of Addison, entered into rest on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at her home. Dorthy was born on March 25, 1928 in Cullman, Alabama to Clyde and Alice Hamrick. She was a member...

Obituary: Mary Ruth Johnson

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Mary Ruth Johnson, age 88, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Mary Ruth was born May 2, 1932 in Cullman, Alabama. Mary Ruth...

PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Bearcats come back and walk off to top Muscle Shoals 7-6

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CULLMAN, Ala. – After falling behind early, the Cullman Lady Bearcats were able to do what they’ve already done several times this season and rally to come from behind and defeat Muscle Shoals Thursday...
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Arrests and incidents reported April 8, 2021

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 8, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents April 5 domestic violence; CR...

Cullman Regional to open first health park in Alabama 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional announced plans to open the first of their planned “health parks.” This is a new concept that combines multiple types of health services into a single setting. The arrival...

Cullman City Schools amend mask mandate, effective Monday, April 12

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Statement from Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff: "As Governor Ivey intends to remove the mask requirement from the public health order on April 9, 2021, the Cullman City School System will...

West Point High School presents “Shrek the Musical” this weekend; live and livestream options...

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WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School (WPHS) joins the ranks of those bringing live arts and entertainment back to the stage with its production of “Shrek the Musical” this Friday through Sunday,...

Senior Spotlight: Ruth Brigham

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Ruth Creel Brigham was born in 1924 on a farm about 2 miles outside of Hanceville. She was born during the Great Depression and although times were hard, she thanks family,...

Nuggets of wisdom: Milo’s Hamburgers partners with Cullman area schools to launch “Wisdom Week”

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Milo’s Hamburgers has announced its partnership with five Cullman elementary schools to host “Wisdom Week” to encourage positive character development in celebration of the company’s 75th anniversary. The program, called...

Harmony School receives funding for new early learning program

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 CULLMAN, Ala. - On March 23, Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education announced grants to fund pre-K through third grade Integrated Approach to Early Learning (P3) in 34 new...

Order of the state health officer suspending certain public gatherings due to risk of...

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  WHEREAS Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been detected in Alabama;   WHEREAS the appearance of COVID-19 in the State poses the potential of widespread exposure to an infectious agent that poses significant risk of substantial harm...

PREP SOFTBALL: West Point downs Fairview 9-0 to win JV County Tournament

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VINMEONT, Ala. – After the varsity champion was crowned Tuesday night, the JV squads hit the field for their county tournament Wednesday. The opening round began at 4 p.m. and by the end of...

PREP SOCCER: Lady Bearcats fall to top-ranked Huntsville 2-0; Wednesday scoring recap

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CULLMAN, Ala. – After defeating Grissom on the road 2-1 Monday night, the Cullman Lady Bearcats returned home to Oliver Woodard Stadium for a ranked battle with Huntsville and after a scoreless first half,...

Obituary: Carl Patrick Bush

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Funeral services for Carl Patrick Bush, 91, of Cullman, AL will be 2 p.m. Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Ryan’s Creek Cemetery in the Brushy Pond...

Obituary: Linda Fay Flack Cheatwood

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Funeral service for Linda Fay Flack Cheatwood, 74, of Vinemont will be at 11 a.m., Friday, April 9, 2021 at Mountain View Baptist Church with interment in Missionary Grove Baptist Cemetery, Rev. Dale Banks...

Obituary: Wilma Glin Calvert

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Wilma Glin Calvert, of Cullman, passed away April 6, 2021 at the age of 83. She was born June 30, 1937 to Henry Grady and Cloria Smith White. She is preceded in death by...

Obituary: Mary Lee “Mimi” Williams

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A graveside service for Mary Lee “Mimi” Williams, 91, of Hanceville, AL will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 8, 2021 at Bethlehem East Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Caleb Elrod will be officiating. Ms....

Obituary: Johnathan Wade Bryant

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Johnathan Wade Bryant, 23, of Boaz, Alabama, passed away on April 2, 2021. He was born January 10, 1998, in Marshall County, Alabama, to Wayne Bryant and Charlotte Crane Bryant. Johnathan had a passion for...

B.A.S.S. Reschedules College Tournament Amid Flooding

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Heavy spring rains across central Alabama have caused water levels to soar, prompting B.A.S.S. and officials with local hosts at the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce to postpone the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series...

Arrests and incidents reported April 7, 2021

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 7, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman...

Dance returns to Cullman County stages starting this week

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ULLMAN and HANCEVILLE, Ala. - As the world reopens from a year of disappointing COVID shutdowns, Cullman County is seeing live arts and entertainment events return to local stages. Dance productions will open this...

Cullman High School to host Miss Southerner/Fair Queen Representative Pageants

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CULLMAN Ala. - On Saturday, April 17th at 7 p.m., Cullman High School will host the 2020-2021 Miss Southerner Pageant and the 2021 Fair Queen Representative Pageant. Pageants will be held in the CHS...

Arab High junior Kennedy Copeland named 4th Congressional District Art Competition’s Best of Show

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RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. – On Tuesday, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) congratulated an Arab High School student following an awards ceremony in Russellville to announce the winners of the 4th Congressional District Art Competition.    “I’m proud to announce...

Signature Smiles of Cullman celebrates six years with new facility

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After opening their doors in Cullman nearly six years ago, the Signature Smiles of Cullman dentistry office is expanding to a new facility. Located at 1754 Warnke Circle NE (behind the...

Flourish of Cullman holds long-awaited ribbon cutting

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 CULLMAN, Ala. – After a year of COVID, Flourish of Cullman was finally able to celebrate with a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday afternoon. Members of the Flourish team were joined by the Cullman Area...

Wallace State gears up for new virtual reality diesel tech program

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College (WSCC) is preparing to launch a new diesel tech program this summer with a curriculum that will use Virtual Reality (VR) simulations to help students train to...
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PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman’s Clemmons fans 15 in 4-1 win at Decatur; Tuesday scoring recap

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DECATUR, Ala. -- Cullman got another spectacular pitching performance from Chalea Clemmons as she struck out 15 Decatur batters and the Lady Bearcats picked up a huge 4-1 area win on the road. After a...

PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Warriors capture 7th straight county title

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VINEMONT, Ala. – For the seventh consecutive season, the West Point Lady Warriors are your Cullman County Tournament champions. The Lady Warriors knocked off Cold Springs, Good Hope and eventually Holly Pond in the...

Obituary: Donny Ray Bagwell

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Memorial services are incomplete at this time for Donny Ray Bagwell, 64, of Cullman. Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mr. Bagwell passed away April 5, 2021 at his residence.  He was born...

Watch next Space Station crew launch live on NASA TV, NASA app

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HOUSTON, Texas – Three space travelers, including NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei, are poised to launch Friday, April 9, from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan to the International Space Station. NASA Television, the agency’s...

AHSAA to offer Girls’ flag football as sanctioned sport in 2021

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In partnership with the Atlanta Falcons and NFL FLAG, the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) announced Tuesday at its 13th Annual Principals’ and Athletic Directors’ Conference that girls flag football will be a sanctioned...
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Arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2021

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman...

Pet of the Week: Relax with Mary!

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:    Mary is a 7-8-year-old Sheltie mix. She’s a really laid-back, low-energy pet who’s housebroken and shows every...

Goat Island set to celebrate five years of good beer

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CULLMAN, Ala. –Goat Island Brewing today announced their Five-Year Anniversary Celebration. The event, which will include food, music, a special beer release and live miniature goats, will be held April 10.  “This marks five years...

Wallace State alum crunched numbers to provide clearer picture of COVID

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. –  As an astrophysicist, Lucas Johnson, Ph.D., has always relied on facts and figures, but more so during the outbreak of COVID-19 which, during its early days, created confusing and sometimes competing...

New Baileyton Town Hall close to opening; tornado siren in need of repairs for...

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BAILEYTON, Ala.- Baileyton mayor Windell Calloway said Monday night that he hopes the new Baileyton Town Hall will be ready in time for April’s town council meeting. The sound system has been installed in...

Holly Pond Council approves senior center plan

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HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday evening approved the design for the community’s new senior center that will be located near the Guy Hunt Library on the town’s west...

PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman County Tournament Day 1 scoring recap

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VINEMONT, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Softball Tournament officially got underway at the Vinemont Sports Complex Monday night and it was a full night of action on the diamond. Cold Springs, Good Hope...