3Sixty Jeep Club hosting Autism Night Ride April 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 3Sixty Jeep Club will host Jeep Night at Rock N Roll Sushi on Saturday, April 25, at 5 p.m. At 8, according to the club, “…we light it up and roll...
State of Education breakfast April 24 at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce will host the State of Education community breakfast Friday, April 24, from 9-11 a.m. at the Bailey Center on the campus of Wallace State Community College. Panelists will be WSCC...
FAITH: Cullman’s Kaylee Johnson talks faith, religious influences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman junior basketball player Kaylee Johnson is so blessed and grateful to have God in her life, and despite some challenges that she has faced in her life, He has helped...
Head coach Kalen DeBoer’s contract extended through 2033 season
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A contract extension for Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer was approved Wednesday by The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees Compensation Committee.
The new agreement will extend his current contract by two seasons,...
Obituary: Joanie Griggs
Memorial Service for Joanie Griggs, age 76 of Huntsville, will be at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Kevin White officiating.Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is honored to...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 22, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
Obituary: Ava Grimmett
Ava Grimmett, age 103, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee died Sunday, April 19, 2026, with her family at her side. She was a native of Eva, Alabama and was a daughter of the late Aquilla Zeb...
Obituary: Rebecca Laminack Peinhardt
Funeral Service for Rebecca Laminack Peinhardt, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at St. John's Evangelical Church with Rev. John Richter officiating; burial at Cullman City...
Obituary: Jimmie Lou Golden
Funeral Service for Jimmie Lou Golden, age 97 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Donald Smith officiating; burial at Cullman Memory Gardens....
Allen: Deadline to register to vote in May 19 Primary Election is May 4
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen reminded Alabama residents that the deadline to register to vote before the May 19, 2026, Primary Election is Monday, May 4, 2026. “The right of eligible United States citizens to vote in fair and...
Planning Commission calls for Comprehensive Plan update from city
CULLMAN, Ala. – At the City of Cullman Planning Commission’s April meeting, Commissioner Michael Sullins announced the Commission would be requesting an updated Comprehensive Plan from the Cullman City Council.
“It is recommended by the code of Alabama that the Comprehensive Plan be updated every 5-10 years, and we are...
Wallace State to present Spring Under the Stars and Stripes concert April 23
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States with its Spring Under the Stars and Stripes concert on Thursday, April 23.
The free concert will feature performances from the college’s...
2024 Alabama law changed what out-of-state boaters need before hitting the water
CULLMAN, Ala. – Lake season is coming, and, as a reminder, Alabama’s rules for out-of-state boaters changed in 2024. The change ended a longtime exemption that allowed some nonresidents to operate on Alabama waters without certification for up to 45 days.
According...
Active Pattern Friday into Next Week
CLANTON – Wednesday, 6:00 am, April 22, 2026
Models continue to indicate a series of upper-level disturbances will bring much-needed rainfall to the state Friday through early Tuesday.
The first disturbance will bring showers and thunderstorms...
More: Rural King financial incentive resolution splits Cullman City Council 3-2
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday split 3-2 over a resolution offering $800,000 in financial incentives to Rural King to support a 90,000-square-foot retail store. The store is under construction on...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 21, 2026
BASEBALL
Winston Co. 15, Meek 5 - Batting: E. McCay 2-2 Pitching: E. McCay 3.0 IP, 2 H, 2 ER, 5 BB, 3 K
SOFTBALL
Central 22, Addison 4 - Batting: Mac. Carter 3-3 (2B)...
PREP SOFTBALL: Bates’ dominant two-way game gives Cullman a 10-0 run rule win over...
JASPER, Ala. - With the end of the regular season rapidly approaching, Cullman looked to continue an incredible season (34-7-1) on the road against area rival Jasper on Tuesday night. After scoring two across...
Shannon named principal of West Elementary School; Gragg named assistant principal of Cullman Middle...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education at its April meeting approved two administrative moves. Dr. Chad Shannon has been named principal of West Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year. Nic...
Adams arrested, charged with sexual crimes with student
CULLMAN, Ala. – Former Cold Springs High School Head Girls’ Basketball Coach Paige Parker Adams, 35, was arrested today, charged with:
Sex Offense / School employee engaging in sex act or deviant sexual intercourse with...
Obituary: Mary Graham Haas
Mary Graham Haas passed away on April 16, 2026, at 100 years and 5 months of age.
Born November 15, 1925, to Walker A. Graham and Nancy Lula Graham in Mt. Olive, Alabama, she later became a longtime resident...
Obituary: Margie Dell Cason
Funeral services for Margie Dell Cason, 94, of Hanceville, AL will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 22nd at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery. Bro. Paul Rivers will...
Obituary: Tammy Gail Naler
Celebration of Life Service for Tammy Gail Naler, age 67 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Seventh Street Baptist Church with John Crocker officiating. Visitation will be from 1...
Obituary: Tova Beth Lindsey
Celebration of Life Service for Tova Beth Lindsey, age 47 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Miss...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 21, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 21, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
No incidents reported.
Arrests
April 20
Odeneal, Barbara C.; 58
DUI
Price,...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats from April 20, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 12, Cold Springs 2 - Batting: J. Williams (Add.) 2-4 (2B), 2 RBI Pitching: T. Thompson 2.0 IP, 4 H, 0 ER, 2 K, W
Cullman 4, Madison 3 - Batting: C. Stancil...
Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR awards JROTC medals at CATA
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several members of the Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR attended the JROTC Awards Dinner at the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) on April 17, 2026. There, they awarded DAR Bronze JROTC medals and certificates to the outstanding cadet from each school in Cullman County that participates in the JROTC program.
The...
Cold Springs HS 1936 Club earns statewide recognition with CLAS School of Distinction Award
BREMEN, Ala. - The 1936 Club at Cold Springs High School earned a CLAS School of Distinction Award for State School Board District 6, placing it among just four programs in the district recognized as outstanding models for other schools in Alabama.
The...
Cullman council approves Rural King incentive agreement for proposed 90K-sq.-ft. store
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an economic development agreement tied to a proposed Rural King store, advancing a project officials said would bring a $14 million investment, about 45...
PREP SOFTBALL: Benefield fans 15, late rally propels Good Hope to 5-4 come-from-behind win...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The first two meetings between Good Hope and Hanceville saw the Lady Raiders win the first one in a high-scoring 11-7 affair. The second game, like the first one, saw...
Obituary: Mary Frances Starnes
Funeral services for Mary Frances Starnes, 76, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Tuesday April 21st at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. Visitation will be prior...
Wallace State flag football wins Tiger Town Showdown Championship at Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C. — Wallace State completed a perfect inaugural season on Saturday, defeating Clemson 13-12 in the championship game of the Tiger Town Showdown at Nettles Park.
The Lady Lions finished the year 26-0 after...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 20, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 20, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 16
theft of property; Hwy....
Obituary: Kay Anderson Niezer
Kay Anderson Niezer, a beloved mother, grandmother, and lifelong educator, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Kay dedicated her life to teaching and shaping young minds, serving...
Obituary: Christina Ann Jones
Christina Ann Jones, age 51, of Vinemont, passed away too soon on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. A Celebration of Life will be planned by Christina’s family at a later...
Alleged off-campus incident under active criminal investigation, Barnette says
Updated April 20, 2026, at 9:58 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette on Monday morning said an alleged incident that has circulated publicly through social media screenshots is the subject...
Cullman County PALS calls for volunteers, urges residents to stop littering
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) is in need of volunteers to assist in cleaning local roadways. The organization's president, Cherrie Haney, said cleanup can take anywhere from 1-4 hours depending on the condition.
You can volunteer by contacting Haney...
Wallace State foundation laid path to lifelong career for alumna Melissa Stricklin
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Melissa Stricklin knew she wanted to start her career as soon as possible, and that Wallace State was the best way to do that.
“Wallace was close to home, and I knew it would...
Mavens & Makers hosting pretzel-making classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mavens & Makers recently hosted a pretzel-making class, where instructor Anett Schlabach showed attendees how to make two kinds of pretzels: single servings and a larger braided style. She also taught the group how to make Obatzda, a classic...
WSCC’s Drummond, McLeroy named to All-Alabama Academic Team
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Two Wallace State Community College students were recognized by the Alabama Community College System at its 31st annual All-Alabama Academic Team Recognition Program on Friday, April 10, at the Embassy Suites in Birmingham-Hoover.
Brooke Drummond of...
Ivey signs bill giving tax break on overtime, suspending state grocery tax May 1-...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed House Bill 527 into law. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. James Lomax, R-Huntsville, and Sen. Arthur Orr, R-Decatur, provides an income tax deduction for qualified overtime compensation,...
COLUMN: I fell in love with Ronda
Now, before you let your mind go where it shouldn’t, this Ronda is not a woman. Ronda was the next city we visited in Spain. It is a place of stunning beauty, but it...
Files from Yesteryear: April 18, 1957
From the files of April 18, 1957
Concord News
A number of people from this community went to the all day singing at Fairview Baptist Church Sunday.
Joe Abbott and daughter, Sherril of Memphis, Tenn. spent the...
Blazers complete spring drills with annual Spring Showcase
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The UAB Blazers football team closed out spring practice Saturday with its annual Spring Showcase at Legacy Pavilion, wrapping up the program's 15th and final session of the spring.
Fans in attendance got...
Auburn concludes spring practice with first A-Day scrimmage of Golesh era
AUBURN, Ala. – After a Tiger Walk reminiscent of an SEC gameday, Auburn concluded spring practice with the first A-Day scrimmage of the Alex Golesh era Saturday in front of 34,276 at Jordan-Hare Stadium.
“Beyond grateful for what...
Cullman FBC fitness class helping local seniors
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new strength and fitness class at Cullman First Baptist Church aims to help local seniors improve their balance, build strength and connect with others.
Jeanne Madara said she started the class after she fell in the church parking lot last...
COLUMN: 2 dogs, 1 bed, no dignity
I woke up at 3 a.m., which is not unusual. At my age, the bladder rules. It was time to take a bathroom break, return to bed and then think of something boring until I...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 18, 2026
BASEBALL
Memphis 2, Cullman 1 - Batting: C. Bowen 1-2 Pitching: B. Vincent 6.0 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 7 K
Colliersville 7, Cullman 6 - Batting: C. Stancil 2-3 (2B) Pitching: M. Carver 4.1 IP,...
Cullman High School Theatre to present ‘Les Misérables: School Edition’ April 20-21, 23-25
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre will present “Les Misérables: School Edition” Monday-Tuesday, April 20-21, and Thursday-Saturday, April 23-25, at 7 p.m., along with a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday, April 25, at...
TRACK & FIELD: Several local teams shine at fourth annual Andy Page Memorial Meet...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The fourth annual Andy Page Memorial Meet took place at Cullman High School on Thursday night, and several local teams put on some great performances at the meet. Notably, West Point sophomore Rush...
Expansions progressing at CDC, Hanceville Middle School
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools officials marked the district’s ongoing growth on Thursday, April 16, holding two ribbon-cutting ceremonies for new and planned facility expansions. Alabama State Superintendent of Education Dr. Eric Mackey was also on-hand for both events.
At the Cullman County...
Center of the Arts Community Theatre receives $750K boost from ARC
CULLMAN, Ala - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, announced a $750,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to the City of Cullman to support the renovation of a new community theater center in the city’s downtown district.
The funding will...
Poultry Cook-off winners recognized
CULLMAN, Ala. – Various county school students on Tuesday, April 14, met at The Venue at Cotton Creek for the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Cullman County Poultry Cook-off.
Students competed in two categories: Casseroles and Whole Pieces. Casseroles winners
First: Fuller Williams from Good Hope
Second: Reese Gutherie from West Point
Third: Macie...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 17, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 5, Vinemont 1 - Batting: T. Thompson (Add.) 2-4 (2B x2) Pitching: K. Lake 7.0 IP, 4 H, 1 R, 6 K, W
Houston 6, Cullman 5 - Batting: C. Stancil 1-2 (2B), 1...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison celebrates Senior Night with a 5-1 win over Vinemont
ADDISON, Ala. - Addison hosted the Vinemont Eagles for Senior Night on Friday, and were able to send their seniors out with a 5-1 victory.
Addison sent their ace Kiah Lake to the mound and...
Bloomin’ Festival this weekend!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bloomin’ Festival returns this weekend to the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey and Preparatory School, offering unique arts and crafts, demonstrations, food, live music and more.
Festival Director Joyce Nix said...
Obituary: George “Douglas” Rigsby
George "Douglas" Rigsby Born August 8, 1939, in Cullman AL, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026, surrounded by family at his home in Woodbridge VA.
He is survived by Mary Frances "Franny" Rigsby, his...
Obituary: Schlenia Ann Curvin
Funeral service for Schlenia Ann Curvin, 61, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m., Monday, April 20th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Flint Creek Cemetery, Minister Steve Cummings officiating. Visitation...
Obituary: Micheal Edward Lindsey
A graveside service is incomplete at this time for Micheal Edward Lindsey, 57, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Lindsey passed away Wednesday, April 15th, 2026, at Grandview Medical Center....
Obituary: Evelyn Aline Dover Stinson
Funeral services for Evelyn Aline Dover Stinson will be 1 p.m. Saturday April 18th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Livingston Tabernacle Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 17, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 17, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats from April 16, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 5, Sumiton 2 - Batting: T. Thompson 2-3 (3B), 1 RBI Pitching: J. Williams 7.0 IP, 5 H, 0 ER, 3 K, W
Cold Springs 10, Meek 0 - Batting: A. Black (CS)...
PREP SOCCER: Meharg scores twice as Cullman seals area with 3-0 win over Mortimer...
CULLMAN, Ala. - After the girls team blew out the Blue Devils 8-0 to seal their area, Cullman's boys took the field to face off against Mortimer Jordan in the final game of the...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman collects area doubleheader sweep of Mortimer Jordan
CULLMAN, Ala. - After falling just short in their area game at Mortimer Jordan on Tuesday afternoon, the Bearcats hosted the Blue Devils in a huge area doubleheader on Thursday night. Game one saw Mortimer Jordan get out...
Katie B. Kirkwood Architectural and Interior Design opens in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was officially cut on Katie B. Kirkwood Architectural and Interior Design, a residential design studio in downtown Cullman, on Friday, April 10.
Said the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce: “Katie B. Kirkwood Architecture brings a...
Op-Ed: Judge the book by its cover
In recent years, the Corporate Memphis style has been widely used for advertising. This form of art is known for its “low-effort” presentation. It is highly popular among platforms such as Google and Facebook.
Corporate Memphis displays pops of...
Ivey signs Alabama Work Zone Safety Act
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed Senate Bill 341, the Alabama Work Zone Safety Act. This comes just ahead of National Work Zone Awareness Week.
The Alabama Work Safety Act, sponsored by Sen. Josh Carnley,...
Clothed in Cullman set for April 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Clothed in Cullman fundraiser, which supports Curt’s Closet, will take place on April 30 at The Venue at Cotton Creek.
The popular “Heads or Tails” game is now a staple of the...
Agriplex hosting summer camps
CULLMAN, Ala. - This summer, the North Alabama Agriplex is giving kids a chance to try new adventures. Along with popular returning programs, kitchen-based activities have been added.
Executive Director Rachel Dawsey explained that the new Kitchen Camps are possible because of the Agriplex’s teaching kitchen, which opens...
(Updated) Randall Hogan indicted on murder, abuse of a corpse charges in connection with...
Updated April 22, 2026, at 8:57 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man on April 13, 2026, was indicted on charges of murder, abuse of a corpse and tampering with physical evidence. Randall Dewayne Hogan,...
Obituary: Roger Whitehead
Roger Whitehead, 77, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday evening, April 14, 2026. Mr. Whitehead was born on June 19, 1948, to the late Fate Arthur and Mary Lou Hill Whitehead in Marshall...
Obituary: Kimberly Lancaster Thomas
With heavy hearts, but the assurance of eternal life in Heaven, we share the passing of our beloved Mother, Granna, Aunt, Sister, Daughter, and Friend, Kimberly Lancaster Thomas. She departed this life on April...
Obituary: Douglas Maze Ponder
On April 15, 2026, the patriarch of our family, Douglas M. Ponder, died at his home in Cullman, Alabama. He was born in the Crane Hill community to Howard and Leona Ponder, November 16,...
FAITH: Cullman’s Zoe Snider talks religious influences, making a positive impact on her community
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman junior basketball player Zoe Snider thanks God for the many blessings that He has brought into her life, and that has made her journey even more inspirational. She leans on...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 16, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 16, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 13
harassing communications; Hwy. 278W
domestic...
Wallace State finishes third at ACCC Women’s Golf Championship
BREWTON – Wallace State placed third at the ACCC Women’s Golf Championship held at Juniper Creek in Brewton.
Shelton State won the team championship, followed by Jefferson State in second. Wallace State finished third in...
Che Sollievo Spa & Salon open downtown
CULLMAN, Ala. - Che Sollievo Spa & Salon opened its doors on Sunday, April 12, in downtown Cullman.
Co-owner Amy Benson said the name “Che Sollievo” is inspired by the Italian phrase for “what a relief,” reflecting the experience the team hopes to...
Pet of the Week: Franny will find her way into your heart
CULLMAN, Ala. – Franny, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, isn’t the loudest dog in the yard, and she doesn’t demand attention the moment you walk in. Instead, she is a doggo quietly waiting to be discovered, a hidden gem with a...
2 indicted in connection with 2020 Cullman County double homicide; 1 pleads guilty
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two individuals have been indicted in connection with the Aug. 15, 2020, murders of Levi Benjamin Lawrence, 24, of Cullman, and Dalton Matthew Bannister, 36, of Blountsville.
A Cullman County grand jury on Monday, April 13, 2026, returned indictments...
Beau’s Law sets new standards for dog care ahead of October implementation
CULLMAN, Ala. - A newly signed state law sets baseline standards for how dogs must be cared for in Alabama, with supporters calling it a long overdue step to prevent neglect before it escalates into abuse.
Known as Beau’s Law,...
Wallace State Men Win ACCC Tennis Championship; Gautier Named Player of the Year
MILLBROOK – Wallace State won the ACCC Men's Tennis Tournament championship at 17 Springs in Millbrook, earning the conference title and advancing to the NJCAA National Tournament in Plano, Texas, scheduled for May 11-15.
In...
Obituary: Betty Jean Wood
Betty Jean Wood, 91, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully at Woodland Village Nursing and Rehab on April 15, 2026, with her family by her side.Betty Jean was born August 25, 1934, in Maxton,...
Wallace State Women Capture ACCC Tennis Championship; Standifer Earns Player of the Year Honors
MILLBROOK – Wallace State won the ACCC Women’s Tennis Tournament championship at 17 Springs in Millbrook, finishing with victories in five singles finals and all three doubles finals against Coastal Alabama South. With the...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 15, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 15, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
Obituary: Frankie Lee Jones
Frankie Lee Jones, 78, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on April 13, 2026. Born May 30, 1947, in Alabama, Frankie lived a life marked by steady devotion, diligent work, and a generous willingness to...
Obituary: Marialyce D. Lavelle, Oblate O.S.B.
Marialyce D. Lavelle was born 22 July, 1947 and went to be with our Lord on 7 April, 2026.She is preceded in death by her parents, Bernard John Lavelle and Phyllis Louise (Doe) Lavelle...
Obituary: Sebrenia D. Waldrep
Sebrenia D. Waldrep, age 64, of Vinemont, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at her home. She was born on September 25, 1961, in West Point, Mississippi, to James and Joan Sansing Anderson.
Sebrenia was...
Obituary: Minnie Jo Thomas
Mrs. Minnie Jo Thomas passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at her residence at the age of 90.
A Celebration of Life Service will be Saturday, April 18th, 2026 at 11 a.m. at Vinemont Christian...
Brooklyn Merriman crowned 2026 Miss Alabama Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Miss Alabama Strawberry Festival Pageant continues to play a key role in one of Cullman’s most anticipated annual events. This year's pageant was held Saturday, April 12, at the Desperation Church Student Center. Fairview High School’s Brooklyn Merriman took home the crown.
The...
Wallace State Jazz Band hosting annual Big Band Dance April 17
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host the annual Big Band Dance on Friday, April 17, at 7 p.m., in the Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
The event will feature the Wallace...
EDITORIAL: As cameras go up, questions follow
What is Flock Safety? What does it do? What does it mean for residents and visitors?
They are small, often mounted high on poles or along roadways, easy to miss unless you know what you are...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 14, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 16, Athens Bible 7 - Batting: C. Speegle 4-6 (2B x2), 1 RBI Pitching: T. Thompson 7.0 IP, 4 ER, 6 K, W
Addison 25, Athens Bible 15 - Batting: B. Bridges 3-3...
PREP BASEBALL: Speer’s two-way game gives Vinemont an 8-2 area win over Holly Pond
VINEMONT, Ala. - The first area meeting between Vinemont and Holly Pond took place at Holly Pond on Monday afternoon, and the Eagles ended up defeating the Broncos, 13-2. Both teams met up again Tuesday at...
West Point’s Alaina Riggs ‘Best of Show’ in 2026 4th Congressional District Art Competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Tuesday announced that Alaina Riggs, a student from West Point High School, was named the “Best of Show” winner in the 2026 4th Congressional District Art Competition. An...
Obituary: Leo Madonna Swann
Leo Madonna Swann, age 91, was born to Clayton and Clarycie Williams on August 7, 1934. She married Mitchell R. Swann on Oct. 31, 1953. She was a member at Harmony Baptist Church all...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 14, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 14, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
Wallace State to host Watch Party for ‘The College Tour’ episode premiere
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host an exclusive Watch Party for the premiere of its episode of The College Tour on Wednesday, April 15, at noon in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre.
The Watch...
Business Spotlight: The Uniform Initiative
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Uniform Initiative, next to Monograms Plus, was created to serve the area's growing medical community and anyone looking for stylish, practical workwear. Stephanie King, who worked in health care for over 30 years, said she opened...
Business Spotlight: Adoration Home Health
CULLMAN, Ala. - Adoration Home Health offers in-home health care services help patients stay independent and makes the move from hospital to home easier by offering caring, high-quality support in a familiar setting.
The company chose Cullman for its new location because...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats from April 13, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 9, Athens Bible 0 - Batting: J. Williams 2-4 (HR), 3 RBI Pitching: K. Lake 7.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 4 K, W
J.B. Pennington 10, Hanceville 7 - Batting: H. Black 2-4...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison notches fourth straight win with 9-0 shutout of Athens Bible
ADDISON, Ala. - In a matchup of two of the top 1A squads, the sixth-ranked Addison Bulldogs hosted the seventh-ranked Athens Bible Trojans. Addison dominated and came away with a solid 9-0 victory. The teams will...
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Obituary: Freda Gwendolyn Galbreath
Graveside services for Freda Gwendolyn Galbreath, who passed away Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021 at the age of 86, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday,...
